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CCA CAL Podcast

by Chris Arechaederra

Join us every week as we talk fishing, learn from special guests and bring in new people to our sport.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 132 - Matt Kotch

    This week, Erik brings in longtime friend and boat partner of his, Matt Kotch. We chat about everything from his art to funny stories on the boat. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  2. Episode 131 - Thanksgiving Special

    This week, the staff sit down and go over what they're grateful for before the Thanksgiving holiday. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  3. Episode 130 - James Florisson from RecFishWest in Austrailia

    This week, Chris and Erik sit down with James Florisson from Rec Fish West in Austrailia. James was in town and stopped by for a chat about some of the work his organization is doing down under. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  4. Episode 129 - Jimmy Decker

    This week, longtime friend of Erik's, Jimmy Decker, stops by for a conversation recounting a bunch of stories from the past. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  5. Episode 128 - Reel Talk with the Staff (Ft. Jimmy Decker)

    This week, Erik, Tonie and Chris sit down and give a brief overview of what we were up to in October. Plus, all three get into a debate about cruising. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  6. Episode 127 - Jeff Mariani & Kaden Flores from Casa de Cedros

    This week, Jeff and Kaden from Casa de Cedros stop by to give us an update from the Island and talk about how the fishing has been epic this year to say the least. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  7. Episode 126 - Dennis Groat, aka Creaky Tiki

    He's back! Dennis Groat, commonly known as Creaky Tiki, stops by the studio to talk all about long-range fishing with us. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  8. Episode 125 - Brian Sanchez from Promar & Ahi USA

    This week, we sit down with Brian Sanchez from Promar & Ahi USA to talk to us about all of the latest on lobster hooping. Join the Ambush the Season Lobster Tournament here: https://app.fishingchaos.com/tournament/2025-ambush-the-season Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  9. Episode 124 - We're back!

    We are back folks! This week, we get back into the swing of things and bring in CCA California's newest addition, Erik Landesfeind, in for his initiation podcast. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  10. Episode 123 - Jack Denny from Dark Seas

    This week, Chris sits down with Jack Denny from Dark Seas. They chat about fishing in Southern California, the Dark Seas brand and everything in between! Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org Join us: www.JoinCCA.org

  11. Episode 122 - Aliyar Hajinabi from the Polaris Supreme

    This week, Aliyar Hajinabi from the Polaris Supreme stops by the studio to chat about how fishing is going this year, bluefin fishing and everything in between. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  12. Episode 121 - Davey Brown from Okuma Fishing USA

    This week, Chris chats with Davey Brown from Okuma Fishing USA to talk about Spotty Bowl, how 2025 has been shaping up from a manufacturers perspective, and of course, the STAR Tournament. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org 2025 STAR Tournament Info: www.CCACalifornia.org/STAR

  13. Episode 120 - Howie Stretch from Newport Vessels

    This week, longtime friend of the podcast Howie Stretch from Newport Vessels stops by to talk about how things are going so far in 2025. PLUS we talk all about our SECOND boat we are giving away in the 2025 STAR Tournament, thanks to Newport Vessels. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us:...

  14. Episode 119 - Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco

    This week, Darren, Tonie and Chris chat with Riverside County Sheriff and 2026 Gubernatorial Candidate Chad Bianco about the state of California, fisheries management, conservation and a whole lot more! Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.orgJoin us: www.JoinCCA.org

  15. Episode 118 - STAR Tournament Kickoff!

    We go live on Instagram to launch the 2025 STAR Tournament! Check out the 2025 STAR Tournament Webpage: https://ccacalifornia.org/star/ Check out the 2025 Launch Video: https://youtu.be/f0I8DFtbmBA?si=K-GpYFHbFRlFRsgV Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org/STAR

  16. Episode 117 - Important Discussion on Mylar Balloons

    This week, we dive into the topic of Mylar Balloons and the effects they have on the environment. PLUS we go into details on the newly created Mylar Division in the 2025 STAR Tournament. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  17. Episode 116 - Jeff Mariani and Cristian Muñoz from Casa de Cedros

    Great friend of the podcast, Jeff Mariani stops by to chat about the latest going on with his operation. PLUS he brings his right hand man on the island, Cristian Muñoz, with him to talk about the absolute latest at Cedros. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  18. Episode 115 - Mike Pritchard from the Tribute

    This week, Mike Pritchard from the Tribute out of Seaforth Landing in Mission Bay stopped by to talk about the epic fishing off Colonet. PLUS we go into the history into his boat. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  19. Episode 114 - Bill DePriest & Mike Bohn from the PCS Show

    This week, Bill DePriest and Mike Bohn stop by the studio to talk all about the upcoming PCS Show on March 6 - 9 at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa! Make sure to stop by the CCA booth outside next to West Coast Marine! Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  20. Episode 113 - Scott Manson, Author of A History of Southern California Surface Iron

    This week, Scott Manson, author of A History of Southern California Surface Iron, stops by the studio to talk about his brand new book! Don't miss out as we talk about so many fascinating tidbits, facts and stories! Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  21. Episode 112 - Mike Raabe, Creator of Ghosts of the Pacific

    This week, we have Mike Raabe who created the legendary documentary, Ghosts of the Pacific, to talk about the film, seabass fishing, and so much more! Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  22. Episode 111 - Darin Dohi & Butch Diaz from 310 Rodworks

    Darin & Butch from 310 Rodworks stop by the studio to talk about some exciting stuff happening this year at 310! Plus, we chat about some more exciting things happening at the upcoming PCS Show. Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  23. Episode 110 - Shon Roberts from Ghost Sportfishing

    This week, Tonie takes the helm of the podcast as we have great friend Shon Roberts from Ghost Sportfishing in studio to talk about his new boat, White Sea Bass fishing and much more! Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org Check out Ghost Sportfishing at:...

  24. Episode 109 - Erik Landesfeind

    This week, Fishing guru Erik Landesfeind stops by the studio to talk all things fishing, gives his take as to what's been going on, and how to read conditions to be effective. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  25. Episode 108 - David Sneed from CCA North Carolina

    This week, we bring in our great friend David Sneed, Executive Director for CCA North Carolina, to discuss all kinds of issues that they are currently facing in the state of North Carolina. Join us: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  26. Episode 107 - SURPRISE...One more episode to round off 2024

    This week, Chris sits down to reflect on 2024, what fishing means to him and all of the sappy stuff beforing taking over in 2025. Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  27. Episode 106 - 2024 Recap with Tonie & Chris

    This week, we wrap up 2024 and talk about so many great things that happened, plus tease a little bit as to what is to come in 2025. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  28. Episode 105: Some old friends stop by!

    This week, we have an EPIC episode! Jeff Mariani from Casa de Cedros and Kevin Nakada pop in to update us on the latest with what has been goin on with them. PLUS Howie from Newport makes a surprise visit as well. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us: www.CCACalifornia.org

  29. Episode 104: Danny Wade

    This week, Danny Wade stops by the studio to chat all about jig fishing, plus he shares all kinds of stories from the past. Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  30. Episode 103 - Oliver Solis from Fishing Syndicate

    This week, Oliver Solis stops by the studio to chat all about Fishing Syndicate, rod-building and shares a bunch of tidbits about some exciting plans for the brand! Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  31. Episode 102: Ruairi MacNamara from HSWRI

    This week, we have Ruairi from the Hubbs-Seaworld Research Institute in San Diego talking all about the Ocean Resources Enhancement & Hatchery Program (OREHP), also know as the white sea bass program. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  32. Episode 101 - Jordan Jennings

    We have great friend of the podcast, Jordan Jennings (@seastheslay), with us this week on the podcast! Jordan, Chris and Tonie chat about their day of fishing recently and dive into the topic of social media and the role it is playing in sportfishing. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at:...

  33. Episode 100 - Celebrating Episode #100!

    This week, we celebrate our 100th episode of the podcast by going live on Instagram. Thank you so much to all of our listeners, viewers, sponsors and guests throughout our 2 years of the podcast! Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  34. Episode 99 - Steve Oropeza from Promar & Ahi USA

    This week, we have great friend of the podcast Steve Oropeza from Promar & Ahi USA. Steve chats with Chris and Tonie about the upcoming Lobster season. PLUS Steve shares some great tips for those hoping to be successful at bugging this year. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at:...

  35. Episode 98 - Catching up with our good friend Nate

    This week, Nate Winicki pops back into the studio to talk about what he's been up to this summer. Join CCA here: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us here: www.CCACalifornia.org

  36. Episode 97: Summer Fishing Recap

    This week, Tonie, Chris and Howie all recap how their fishing has been going this summer. PLUS...Chris whips out some random questions from the internet. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.orgVisit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  37. Episode 96 - Taking a beat to Explain Ourselves

    This week, we take a few minutes (more like 30) to explain ourselves as to what we've been up to the last month...and why we haven't had episodes in a little while. Here's a hint...ICAST. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org Register for the 2024 STAR Tournament here:...

  38. Episode 95 - Brian Nguyen from Milestone Health & Life Insurance Services

    We're back after a brief hiatus with our great friend, Brian Nguyen from Milestone Health & Life Insurance Services. Brian chats with Tonie and Chris about jig fishing, what he's been up to, and WHY he does what he does for the entire industry. Don't miss out on the special Casting Fundamentals…

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  39. Episode 94 - Checking in on the Livestream

    This week, we tried something totally new and livestreamed our episode on Instagram, and we talked about everything from conservation to tackle recommendations from our viewers. Join CCA: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org

  40. Episode 93: Robby Gant from AFTCO

    This week, great friend of ours, Robby Gant from AFTCO, stops by the studio to chat about the new stuff that's coming out later this year and into 2025, the importance of CCA and what the organization means to him, and we touch on the upcoming events in his local chapter. Join CCA at:...

  41. Episode 92: Benjie Kim (@benjiejimfishing)

    This week, we bring in Surf Fishing Expert and YouTube Benjie Kim from @BenjieKimFishing! We chat about how he got to where he is, surf fishing tips and tricks and just doing things the right way in our industry. Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org Register for the…

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  42. Episode 91: Benny Florentino from Coastal Charters

    This week, long-time friend of the podcast, Benny Florentino stops by to talk about some bass fishing, his numbers so far this year, and about his brand new boat. PLUS Benny makes a special announcement regarding the 2024 STAR Tournament. Join CCA here: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at:...

  43. Episode 90 - Craig Shuman & Eric Kord from CDFW

    This week, we have Craig Shuman & Eric Kord from the California Department of Fish & Wildlife on to discuss everything from the OREHP Program to Rockfish Regulations and everything in between. Join CCA at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org Register for the 2024 STAR Tournament…

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  44. Episode 89 - Let's Catch Up!

    This week, Tonie, Darren and Chris sit down and chat amongst themselves on how the year is going, the big plans we have for the rest of 2024, and a recap as to how the 2024 CCA events have gone so far. Register for any of our upcoming charters here:...

  45. Episode 88 - Ray Sharifi (@Dirty.Hookers on YouTube)

    This week, we chat all about the legendary Tony Reyes trip down in the Sea of Cortez with our good friend Ray Sharifi from Oxnard. As a 2-time Tony Reyes trip veteran, Ray breaks down everything that is needed and what he expects for our upcoming trip down to the Tony Reyes. Join CCA at:...

  46. Episode 87 - David Chavez, Louis Almeida & Dave Roti from the CCA San Diego Chapter

    This week, we have 3 special guests from the CCA San Diego Chapter: David Chavez, Dave Roti and Louis Almeida. All three sit down to discuss their upcoming CCA Fundraiser, the 3rd Annual Apps & Taps Festival at Marina Village in Mission Bay. Join CCA at: wwwJoinCCA.org Visit us at:...

  47. Episode 86 - Darin Dohi from 310 Rodworks & Butch Diaz from the Eldorado

    This week, we are STOKED to have Darin Dohi from 310 Rodworks & Butch Diaz from the Eldorado out of Bert 55 Sportfishing. We talk all about their paths through this industry, plus we ask all about the lineup of rods that 310 offers. Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org...

  48. Episode 85 - Donna Kalez from Dana Wharf Sportfishing

    This week, Darren is finally back, just in time for Donna Kalez from Dana Wharf Sportfishing! We chat about the new CDFW mobile app, making a difference as an angler when it comes to regulation changes, and taking kids fishing! Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org…

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  49. Episode 84 - Russ Dunn & Daniel Studt from NOAA

    This week, we invited Russ Dunn and Daniel Studt from the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service HQ Rec Fish to chat all about government relations issues that are happening, not only on the West Coast but across the entire US. Plus Daniel puts the new groundfish regulations into perspective for...

  50. Episode 83 - Morgan Promnitz

    This week, we invited Pro kayak angler and epic dude, Morgan Promnitz on the podcast to chat about kayak fishing, bluefin fishing, and everything in between! PLUS we swap some epic stories! Join us at: www.JoinCCA.org Visit us at: www.CCACalifornia.org Enter into the 2024 STAR Tournament here:...

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