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The Sustainable Angler

The Sustainable Angler podcast is your go-to source for insightful conversations about sustainability, conservation, and the future of fishing. Hosted by sustainability expert Rick Crawford, who is also the founder of the sustainability consultancy, Emerger Strategies, this podcast features interviews with fishing guides, artists, storytellers, scientists, conservationists, and sustainable business pioneers making a positive impact on our planet. Whether you’re a passionate angler, outdoor enthusiast, or business looking to improve your sustainability performance, The Sustainable Angler delivers actionable insights and inspiring stories. Listen now to explore the intersection of fishing, conservation, and sustainable business—because protecting what we love starts with knowledge and action.

A huge thank you to A New Earth Project, the sustainability initiative of Atlantic Packaging, for sponsoring the podcast!

Want to connect your brand with a passionate, sustainability-minded audience? Sponsorship opportunities are available! Partnering with The Sustainable Angler is a powerful way to showcase your commitment to the environment while reaching engaged anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and industry leaders. Email rcrawford@emergerstrategies.com to learn more!

Latest Episodes:

EP 63. Jackson Birrell & James Frakes, Co - Founders, The Salmonfly Project Jul 25, 2024

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Have you noticed that there are less insects stuck to your windshield these days? Well, you’re not alone, and in fact, insects are in decline, but there really hasn’t been a ton research and science behind some of the prolific aquatic bugs that trout, and trout anglers love. Enter, The Salmonfly Project. In this episode we hear from Jackson Birrell and James Frakes, co-Founders of the conservation nonprofit, The Salmonfly Project, whose mission is to conserve aquatic insects for future generations through research, monitoring, education, and sound management and restoration practices.Be sure to check out the website, www.TheSustainableAngler.com to read blog posts, get caught up on previous episodes and show your support for the podcastThe Sustainable Angler is a proud member of 1% for the Planet, and is available anywhere you listen to podcasts, and also airing Saturday’s at 2 PM on Charleston's first and only community supported radio station, Ohm Radio, 96.3 FM.The Sustainable Angler podcast is brought to you by Emerger Strategies, and A New Earth Project - The Sustainability Initiative of Atlantic Packaging

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Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 62. Chris Wittman, Co - Founder Of Captains For Clean Water Jun 20, 2024

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The Everglades are a National Park, a World Heritage Site, and there is no place else on Earth like it. The Everglades are also a place that is near and dear to my heart because I used to make an annual trip with some friends from Savannah to camp, fish, and explore. I landed my first tarpon in the Everglades, have too many funny stories to tell camping on chickees, and found myself completely awestruck by the fishery, bird life, and vastness of the Everglades. That's why I am stoked to share this interview with Chris Wittman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water, and we discuss everything from how Chris started guiding, the history of Everglades restoration, what Big Sugar is doing to prevent restoration, and what you can do today to support Captains for Clean Water by signing their petition to oppose Big Sugar’s lawsuit over a critical Everglades restoration project.Special thanks to Chris and Captains for Clean Water for all they are doing to protect what we all love!This episode of The Sustainable Angler is brought to you by: Emerger Strategies and A New Earth Project, the sustainability initiative of Atlantic Packaging.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 61. Leslie Skardon, CEO Of Sustain SC May 23, 2024

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I am thrilled to share my interview with Leslie Skardon, CEO of Sustain SC! In this episode, we talk about everything from Leslie’s background and the history of Sustain SC, and how they are setting the table for conversations between businesses and local stakeholders in SC through their Membership Network and Sustainability Leadership Initiative, and we talk about how nature inspires Leslie to keep doing the good work!

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Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 60. Chris Crolley, CEO Of Coastal Expeditions Apr 25, 2024

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I am thrilled to share my interview with Chris Crolley, who is the CEO of Coastal Expeditions and Founder of the Coastal Expeditions Foundation. Chris is a naturalist and storyteller, and in this episode, we discuss everything from the Lowcountry’s barrier island ecology, environmental threats to our paradise in the Lowcountry, and the importance of education in solving many of our environmental problems. As Chris says, “educate, commit to doing the work, become inspired and take action!” I hope you enjoy this episode!I am also super stoked to share that The Sustainable Angler is officially a 1% for the Planet member, so 1% of all merchandise and sponsorships will be donated to environmental nonprofits! Also, be sure to check out my weekly blog posts, get caught up on previous episodes and don’t forget to check out our Lowcountry Love t-shirt made with Cotton of the Carolinas! The Sustainable Angler is available anywhere you listen to podcasts, and is now airing Saturday’s at 2 PM on Charleston's first and only community supported radio station, Ohm Radio, 96.3 FM.The Sustainable Angler podcast is brought to you by Emerger Strategies, and A New Earth Project - The Sustainability Initiative of Atlantic Packaging.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

Ep 59. Jeff Wagner, CEO Of Abel, Ross Reels, Airflo, & Dyna - King Mar 28, 2024

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In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I interview Jeff Wagner, who is the CEO of Mayfly Outdoors, which is the parent company of Abel, Ross Reels, Airflo, and the recently acquired Dyna-King. We discuss everything from how Jeff got started in the fly fishing industry, to what it means to be a B-Corp; how Ross Reels has partnered with Trout Unlimited in an effort to restore native trout species throughout the U.S.; how Airflo has partnered with Terracycle to create a fly line and plastic recycling program which are free to any fly shop and helps keep plastics circular; how good sustainability projects benefit people, the planet and profits, and why they still pursue sustainability projects that may only benefit people and the planet; and of course we talk a little fishing!Special thanks to Jeff, and Mayfly Outdoors, for all they are doing to protect what we love, and thank you for taking the time to listen to the show.The Sustainable Angler podcast is brought to you by: Emerger Strategies, Atlantic Packaging, and A New Earth Project.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 58. Wes Carter, President at Atlantic Packaging & Founder of A New Earth Project Feb 22, 2024

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I am stoked to share my interview with Wes Carter, who is the President at Atlantic Packaging and Founder of A New Earth Project. You may remember Wes from Episode 39 when he was just launching A New Earth Project and since then, Wes and his team have been busy revolutionizing the sustainable packaging industry. In this interview, we discuss everything from the outdoor state and consumers demanding sustainability, trends in sustainable packaging, and some innovative solutions such as packaging made from mushrooms and seaweed that Atlantic Packaging and A New Earth Project are bringing to market.Be sure to check out www.TheSustainableAngler.com to read my weekly blog posts, get caught up on previous episodes and stay tuned as I will also be releasing some brand new The Sustainable Angler merchandise this spring. The Sustainable Angler is available anywhere you listen to podcasts, and is now airing Saturday’s at 2 PM on Charleston's first and only community supported radio station, Ohm Radio, 96.3 FM.The Sustainable Angler podcast is brought to you by Emerger Strategies, and A New Earth Project - The Sustainability Initiative of Atlantic Packaging.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 57. Daniel Nussbaum, CEO Of Z - Man Fishing Products Jan 25, 2024

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Aloha y'all! I am thrilled to share my interview with Daniel Nussbaum, who is the CEO of Z-Man Fishing Products, who has been making innovative lures in Charleston, SC for 30-plus years. In this episode, Daniel shares his personal story of how he got introduced to fishing, went from studying marine biology to practicing law to working at The Charleston Angler; we discuss how Z-Man Fishing Products is harnessing the power of the sun to manufacture non-toxic fishing lures, as well as making the business case for sustainability; and of course we talk some fishing.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 56. Austin Whitman, CEO of The Change Climate Project Nov 01, 2023

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Aloha Y'all...I am stoked to share my interview with Austin Whitman, who is the The Change Climate Project CEO, which is a nonprofit organization working to eliminate carbon emissions (you may better recognize them as Climate Neutral Certified). In this episode Austin shares how his love for the outdoors inspired him to pursue a career in sustainability and climate, we answer why a company might want to become Climate Neutral Certified, the business case for sustainability and also squeeze in some talk about fishing. I am also stoked to share this episode with you because my company, Emerger Strategies, is now Climate Neutral Certified! We are also a member of the Climate Neutral Open Certification Service Provider Network, which means we can help your organization align to the Climate Neutral Standard and achieve certification, so give me a shout if you'd like to learn more!Special thanks to Austin for your time, sharing your knowledge and for all you do to protect what you love, and if you like what you're hearing, please leave a Rating & Review!

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Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 55. Cheeky Fishing + Wingo Outdoors CEO Ted Upton Aug 31, 2023

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In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I interview Cheeky Fishing + Wingo Outdoors CEO Ted Upton, and we discuss everything from following his passion for fishing into a career with Cheeky to taking Cheeky and Wingo's first steps on their sustainability journey, to joining 1% for the Planet and all of the amazing conservation work Cheeky and Wingo have done since their inception.The Sustainable Angler podcast is brought to you by Emerger Strategies.

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

EP 54. Bonefish & Tarpon Trust's Dr. Aaron Adams Jul 27, 2023

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If you have been paying attention to recent headlines, you know that we are experiencing record heat, both on land and in our rivers and oceans. For example, the week of 4th of July was the hottest week ever recorded and in Florida, record water temps are causing coral bleaching.That's why I am excited to share this interview with Dr. Aaron Adams who is the Director of Science and Conservation with BTT and we talk about everything from how climate change is impacting tarpon, bonefish, permit and redfish, how climate change is exacerbating the effects of the impact of El Nino and tips on how to be a more responsible angler.Special thanks to Dr. Aaron Adams for sharing his knowledge with me and for everything he does to protect what he loves. I hope you enjoy and if you like what you are hearing, leave a rating and review on apple podcast. Thank you!

🎣 Like what you heard?

Subscribe to The Sustainable Angler wherever you get your podcasts and leave a review to help us grow the conversation around sustainable business in the fishing and outdoor industries.

For more resources, or to learn how Emerger Strategies can help your brand turn sustainability into a competitive advantage by making it simple, strategic, and profitable, visit www.emergerstrategies.com.

Follow us on Instagram @emergerstrategies and @thesustainableangler and stay tuned for more insights from leaders at the intersection of conservation, business, and the outdoors.

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