Capt. David Cohen | South Florida Inshore Charters | Ep. #984

Tom Rowland Podcast

Waypoint TV

Wilderness, Sports, Health & Fitness

5 • 899 Ratings

🗓️ 25 June 2025

⏱️ 66 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Captain David Cohen to discuss the intricacies of tarpon fishing in Miami. David shares his experiences over seven years of full-time guiding, providing insights on how fishing has evolved and the techniques he's found most effective. From the importance of using the right hook and leader lengths to the invaluable role of a trolling motor, David offers a wealth of knowledge. We also delve into the challenges of maintaining physical fitness as a fishing guide, the competitiveness of the Miami fishing scene, and the nuances of using platforms like Fishing Booker for marketing. Tune in for an in-depth conversation filled with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and a deep passion for the sport. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:27 Fishing in Miami: A Seven-Year Journey 01:18 Tarpon Fishing Techniques and Strategies 03:42 The Art of Hooking and Fighting Tarpon 06:41 Maximizing Success with Multiple Rods 10:48 Advanced Techniques and Client Management 24:42 The Importance of Leader Length and Knot Selection 32:08 The Evolution of Fishing Hooks 32:43 Choosing the Right Hook Size 34:37 Fishing Techniques and Strategies 39:26 Balancing Fitness and Fishing 49:48 The Business of Fishing in Miami 57:18 Navigating Miami's Fishing Scene 01:01:02 Conclusion and Contact Information 🚀 Special Thanks to Our Sponsor: Star brite https://bit.ly/TomRowlandPodcast 👋 Stay Connected with Tom Rowland: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tomrowlandpodcast Website & Show Notes https://bit.ly/3O4lgn0 Text: +1 (305) 930-7346 Email: [email protected] 🔗 Explore More: All Socials and Links https://linktr.ee/TomRowlandPodcast 🎥 Discover More of Tom’s Shows: Saltwater Experience https://bit.ly/4by096g Into the Blue Fishing https://bit.ly/48VZYju Life on the Water https://bit.ly/3Pp9rbs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:51.6	Let me give it to you straight. If you're a boat owner or a charter captain, you need to talk to HH Insurance.
0:57.0	These guys know more about insuring boats and captains than anyone I've ever met. I thought we were covered.
1:03.0	Turns out we weren't. Jake and Landon at H.H. Insurance walked us through our policy and showed us that we did not have coverage in the Bahamas.
1:11.8	If something had gone wrong, we would have been out of luck.
1:15.0	The same thing was true with nighttime navigation.
1:18.3	Most policies don't cover it, but many of us are out there pre-dawn or after sunset.
1:23.7	That's the way our policy was previously.
1:25.8	They fixed it.
1:26.9	We're properly insured now, and I sleep better because of it.
1:30.0	Call Jake or Landon at H.H. Insurance.
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