Cast & Connect: The Fishe Files

Join host Linda Leary as she sits down with Heather Harkavy, a driving force behind Fish for Change, a nonprofit using fly fishing as a doorway into something much bigger for young people.Heather shares the heart behind the Fish for Change scholarship program, which sends high school and college-aged students on one-week international fly fishing experiences, with 40% of participants joining on need-based scholarships. She and Linda talk about what happens to a teenager when you hand them a fly rod in a place they've never been, and why the ripple effects of that week tend to follow them for life.The conversation also turns to Joan Wolfe, whose legacy in fishing reminds us that the women who came before us were already casting in waters people said weren't meant for them.This one is for anyone who believes that a week on the water can change the direction of a young person's life.Connect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnectLearn more and Shop: www.fishforchange.orgInstagram: @fishforchange

Join host Linda Leary as she sits down with Jessica Haydahl Richardson, a professional fishing photographer based in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana, whose images have a way of making you feel like you were right there on the water.Linda and Jessica dig into the craft behind the photos, including the ongoing debate between film and digital photography and why both still have a place in storytelling. Jessica opens up about what it really took to leave stability behind and commit fully to life as a working photographer, and the two share a laugh over one of fishing's most beloved superstitions: whether having a photographer on the boat is good luck or a curse.Jessica also walks listeners through her photography mentorship program, built for women who want to learn the art and business of outdoor photography from someone who's actually lived it.If you've ever been moved by a photo taken on the water and wondered about the person behind the lens, this one is for you.Connect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnectLearn more about Jessica: https://www.jessicahaydahlphotography.com/Instagram: @haydahlphoto 

She caught her first blue marlin at 13. Now, over 150 billfish releases later, Jaselyn Berthelot is one of the most decorated women in competitive offshore fishing and she's just getting started.In this episode, Linda and Anastasia sit down with Jaselyn, owner and main angler of Rising Sons, to talk about growing up dockside watching her dad, the moment a blue marlin changed everything, and what it takes to compete and win at the highest levels of the sport. Jaselyn walks us through her 2022 Sportfishing Championship Fan-Vote Angler of the Year win, her standout 2023 Texas Offshore Grand Champion title, and what it felt like to take the stage at the 2025 ESPYs as Female Angler of the Year.She also gets real about what it's like to be a woman carving space in a sport that hasn't always made room for her and why she's made it her mission to change the meaning of "fishing like a girl," one fish at a time.Whether you're a competitive angler, an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone who loves a great underdog story, this one's for you.Connect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnectLearn more and Shop: www.risingsonsfishing.comInstagram: @jaselyn.berthelot and @risingsonsfishing  

Join host Linda Leary as she sits down with Andrea Kelly, founder of Make Plus Equal, whose work in the apparel industry has been quietly reshaping who gets to show up in the outdoors.Andrea shares her experience driving major outdoor brands to expand their lines with inclusive sizing and styles for the plus-size community — and how that work led her to create Make Plus Equal. She and Linda dig into what it really means to make the outdoors accessible to everyone, the resistance that comes with pushing for change in a traditionally narrow industry, and why representation in gear isn't just about clothing — it's about belonging.This episode is for anyone who's ever felt like the outdoors wasn't made for them, and for the people bold enough to change that.Connect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnectLearn more and Shop: makeplusequal.comInstagram: @makeplusequal

Join host Linda Leary as she sits down with Sara and Kate, the founders of Dovetail Workwear, an apparel line built by women, for women during all phases of life.Sara and Kate share the origin story of Dovetail and what sparked their mission to create workwear designed with fit, function, and durability at the center of every product. They discuss the challenges of building gear that actually works for women's bodies and the impact of having equipment that supports you rather than holds you back. The conversation explores how women continue to break barriers in trades industries, claiming their space in fields where they've long been underrepresented.Whether you’re constantly working with your hands or inspired by women building businesses that solve real problems, this episode is a reminder that the right gear can change everything.Connect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnectLearn more and Shop: www.dovetailworkwear.comInstagram: @dovetailworkwear

Join host Linda Leary as she chats with Anastasia Patterson about building community and finding her place in competitive fly fishing.Anastasia shares her experience starting a fishing club at her college and the power of bringing anglers together. Linda and Anastasia swap stories about fishing with their fathers, reflecting on how those early memories shaped their love for the sport. They dive into the mental side of fishing—the patience, presence, and mindset required to succeed on the water—and Anastasia opens up about what it's really like to compete alongside the pros in a male-dominated sport.This episode is a testament to carving your own path, honoring where you came from, and showing up confidently in spaces where you might be the only woman in the lineup.Keep up with Anastasia: @anastasiapatterson_fishing on Instagram and @girlfishinggangConnect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnect

Join host Linda Leary as she sits down with longtime friend Jen Ripple, founder and editor of DUN Magazine, for a conversation about women's fly fishing—past, present, and future.Jen shares the often-overlooked history of women in fly fishing and discusses breaking the apology cycle that many women face both on the water and in life. She opens up about her surprising royal ancestry and how it's shaped her perspective, then looks ahead at what's next for women anglers claiming their space in the sport.Whether you're a seasoned angler or curious about women's empowerment in outdoor sports, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and a reminder to stop apologizing for taking up space.Learn more about Jen and follow along her journey: @Jen_rippleDUN MagazineConnect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastandConnect

Episode 1: Dallas Voss - Guiding the KenaiDallas Voss is doing what few women in Alaska dare to—running a fishing guide business on the legendary Kenai River. In this inaugural episode, she and Linda dive into the reality of life as a guide: the early mornings, the unpredictable days, and what it takes to earn your place on the water.From making the leap into trout fishing to the unique joy of putting a fly rod in a woman's hands for the first time, Dallas shares what keeps her coming back to the river season after season. Plus, they swap bucket list fishing destinations and talk about the places that fuel their obsession with wild waters.If you've ever wondered what it really takes to guide in Alaska—or you're just here for honest conversation about carving your own path in the outdoors—this one's for you.Learn more about Dallas: explorekenai.netFollow along her fishing adventures: @guidingthekenai, @explorekenaiConnect with us:Follow @fishewear on InstagramShop bold, functional gear at fishewear.comJoin the movement: #CastAndConnect