Bay Rats & Buoys
Welcome to the "Bay Rats and Buoys" Podcast - Hosted by Captain Gaige. Tune in weekly to this captivating and authentic series where local captains and salty fishermen gather to share their life and passion for the sea. This unscripted podcast dives deep into the daily lives of those who take to the water for work and pleasure, offering listeners an insider's view of the maritime lifestyle. Hear about the challenges and triumphs faced by mariners in all kinds of conditions plus their untold stories, hard-earned lessons, and the unique bonds formed amidst the waves.
Episodes
78 episodes
Get Your Boat Ready Now Striped Bass Season Countdown + Fishing League 2026
Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast – Episode 74 | 19 Days Until Opening Day!With just 19 days until opening day of striped bass season, the excitement is building and it’s officially time to start getting the boat ready. In this wee...
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On Location at J & M Seafood -Tournament Chaos - Striped Bass Gear and Fishing Strategy
Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast – Episode 73 | On Location at J&M Seafood – East Setauket, NYIn Episode 73 of Bay Rats & Buoys, we recorded on location at J&M Seafood in East Setauket, Long Island, with special guest owner Matt ...
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Striper Tournament April 15-30 Fishing League is Taking Over the Long Island Sound
In this episode, Captain Gaige recaps an incredible weekend at the Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Expo, which for the first time expanded into a two-day event and delivered an absolutely amazing turnout. It was great to see so many angl...
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Episode 71
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Spring Striped Bass Secrets Brandon Weitz Talks Hots Spots & Tackle for 30lb Bass
This past weekend at the Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Expo, Captain Gaige caught up with Brandon Weitz from Causeway Bait & Tackle for a quick but action-packed podcast conversation right on the show floor. The annual expo continu...
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Episode 70
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The Hottest New Fishing League on Long Island Teams Signing Up This Weekend
Episode 69 – Bay Rats & Buoys PodcastSpring is getting closer and the momentum is building on Episode 69 of Bay Rats & Buoys! This week Captain Gaige and Captain Kory dive into the excitement surrounding the launch of The Fishing...
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Episode 69
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Big Game Fishing , Big strength | Gregg Sharp on Marlin Tournaments & Arm Wresting
Episode 68 of Bay Rats & Buoys delivers one of our most unexpected and wide-ranging conversations yet as Captain Gaige sits down with Gregg Sharp—Hollywood producer, CEO of the World Series of Arm Wrestling, and a hardcore tournament angler...
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Episode 68
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Tuna Talk - Hunting Giants The Pelagic Bite That Changed Everything | Special Guests - Andrew and Ethan of East End Angler
This week on Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige is joined by Andrew and Ethan from East End Angler for a no-nonsense, high-energy deep dive into fishing for absolute monsters. If you’ve been watching the offshore bite light up and wondering ho...
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Episode 67
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Fishing League OFFICIALLY Launches Teams are Forming | NY Boat Show Recap
Fishing League OFFICIALLY Launches Teams are Forming | NY Boat Show RecapThis week’s Bay Rats & Buoys episode is a full NY Boat Show recap mixed with a major announcement that’s been building for months — the official laun...
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How NYC Pirates Built One of the Largest Jet Ski Crews in America
This week’s Bay Rats & Buoys episode is a full NY Boat Show recap mixed with a major announcement that’s been building for months — the official launch of the FishingLeague.com website and the opening of league registration. Phase One is of...
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NY Boat Show Less than a Week Away Followed with BIG NEWS
Episode 66 of Bay Rats & Buoys is officially putting us into NY Boat Show mode — and the countdown is ON!With less than a week to go, Captain Gaige breaks down the excitement of returning for our second straight year of podcasting LI...
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Happy New Year Everyone! Become a Member of the Bay Rats and Buoys Fishing Club Now
Happy New Year Everyone! Become a Member of the Bay Rats and Buoys Fishing Club NowAlright Bay Rats — listen up.The Bay Rats & Buoys Fishing Club is officially LIVE.This is something we’ve been building behin...
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Episode 64
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Happy Holidays to All! Become a Founding Member of Bay Rats and Buoys Fishing Club Join Now
Episode 63 of Bay Rats & Buoys is all about closing out an incredible year the right way. As 2025 winds down, Captain Gaige wants to take a moment to wish every listener, viewer, supporter, and fishing family a very Merry Christmas, Happy H...
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Episode 63
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Why is the Stratford Shoal the most haunted lighthouse in the Long Island Sound?
Why is the Stratford Shoal the most haunted lighthouse in the Long Island Sound? That’s how Episode 62 of Bay Rats & Buoys kicks off, and from there it only gets wilder. In this special holiday edition of the podcast,...
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Episode 62
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Captain's Tool Box Must Have Boating Apps, Winter Fishing & the Road to April 15th
Episode 61 of Bay Rats & Buoys is packed with practical tools, winter strategy, and big-picture excitement as we gear up for an epic 2026 season. Captain Gaige kicks things off with a breakdown of captains-recommended boating apps that ever...
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Episode 61
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Catching Red Fish with Charleston Red Fish Pros plus Chef Robs Epic Grand Opening on BRB Episode 60
Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 60 – “Charleston Reds, Southern Waters & Chef Rob’s Grand Opening!”Episode 60 of Bay Rats & Buoys brings the heat straight out of South Carolina as Captain Gaige sits down with Charleston’s...
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Episode 60
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Thanksgiving Special with Tournament Champion Andrew Viola Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 59
Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast – Episode 59 | Thanksgiving Special + Tournament Champion Interview!Happy Thanksgiving to all our loyal listeners, subscribers, captains, and Bay Rats across Long Island and beyond! Episode 59 is packed with...
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Episode 59
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One Week to Thanksgiving: Winterization, River Invites & Fall Stripers
Welcome back to Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 58 — and this one is loaded with late-season chaos, winter prep, big announcements, and a whole lot of gratitude as we roll into Thanksgiving week! If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your passion for ...
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Episode 58
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Late-Season Chaos: Bass Under Birds, Monster Tog Bites & Squid Starting to Pop!
Late-Season Chaos: Bass Under Birds, Monster Tog Bites & Squid Starting to Pop!Welcome back to Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 57, where the fall bite is absolutely exploding even as boating season slowly comes to a close. This week we’...
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Episode 57
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Winterization Begins: Squid Jigs, Green Crabs & Beaver Moon Tides
Welcome back to Bay Rats & Buoys — Episode 56, where the winterization process has officially begun here in the Northeast. The cold fronts are rolling in, the yards are filling up with shrink-wrapped boats, and every captain is doing that f...
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Hurricane Melissa, Big Tog, Bass Blitz & Harbor Squid! BR&B ep. 55
Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Episode 55 | Hurricane Melissa, Big Tog, Bass Blitz & Harbor Squid!This week’s Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast comes straight from the studio, as Hurricane Melissa brings heavy winds and rain to t...
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Raffle Winner Plus Asian & Green Crab Do's & Don'ts Episode 54
In this week’s Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Episode 54, Captain Gaige kicks things off with a bang by announcing the winner of our One-Year Anniversary Raffle Giveaway! One lucky fan takes home a Star Rods Stellar Lite 6’6” medium fast rod pair...
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Episode 53 – Fall Run Frenzy & Extended Giveaway! | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast
Episode 53 – Fall Run Frenzy & Extended Giveaway! | Bay Rats & Buoys PodcastIt’s another action-packed week on Bay Rats & Buoys as Captain Gaige dives into the heart of the fall fishing season and announces some hu...
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One Year Anniversary Ep. 52 How the Captain Broke Down Plus Free Raffle
It’s official — Bay Rats & Buoys turns ONE! Episode 52 marks an incredible milestone for Captain Gaige, First Mate Kory, and every salty fan who’s been part of this wild ride from day one. This week’s two-hour anniversary episode is p...
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Episode 52
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Red Hot Offshore Tuna, Sword & Mahi Bite! | Long Island Sound Bonito Frenzy
The action is heating up in Episode 51 of Bay Rats & Buoys as Captain Gaige takes you through one of the most exciting weeks of the season! We’re just one week away from our one-year anniversary, and the celebration is already building. Don...
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Episode 51
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Blues, Fluke & Tog & Hard Tails - Take Your Kid Fishing Fall 2025
Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast – Episode 50We’ve officially made it to Episode 50, and we’re only two weeks away from celebrating our one-year anniversary! That means it’s time to crank things up a notch with giveaways, fishing action, and...
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