Episode VI - Shenandoah River Smallmouth and Conservation with Mark Frondorf

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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

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On the sixth episode of the podcast, we meet with Mark Frondorf. Mark is a longtime fly fishing guide on the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers, the Shenandoah Riverkeeper, as well as the host of the annual Mid-Atlantic Smallmouth Bass symposium. It's fair to say that there may not be a single person in the watershed as tuned in to the ebbs and flows of smallmouth fishing. Unfortunately, the future of Smallmouth Bass in the region is far from certain. Facing a range of threats, can this important fish species not only survive but thrive in the decades to come?
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Episode VI - Shenandoah River Smallmouth and Conservation with Mark Frondorf

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Episode XIX - Return to the River with Rappahannock Chief Anne Richardson 1:00:09

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On the penultimate episode of the first season of the Fly Fish Forever podcast, we have the chance to meet Chief Anne Richardson of the Rapphannock Tribe . We'll talk about the history and legacy of the Tribe's 11,000 years in the Rappahannock River watershed and what the Tribe is doing to pass along traditional skills and knowledge to its youth through its Return to the River program. We'll also have an opportunity to hear about one of the great success stories in the growing movement to return land back to indigenous tribes and nations with the return of the cliffs of Pissacoack , an area with special significance to the Rappahannocks. Last, we'll hear about the proposed Chesapeake National Recreation Area and what you can do to support its creation. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XVIII - A Lifetime of Fishing & Lefty Kreh with Bob Clouser 58:39

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On this week's episode, we have a really special opportunity to hear from one of fly-fishing's living legends, Bob Clouser. Bob isn't only famous as the inventor of the Clouser Minnow or as the author of Fly Fishing for Smallmouth in Rivers and Streams, he is a true icon of the Susquehanna River, the largest tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. We'll have the chance to hear some of Bob's life story, from growing up as a young boy in Central Pennsylvania, fishing his local streams, to the decades he spent as a fly shop owner and guide on the "Susky". However, much of the episode is actually devoted to reminiscing on the many memories that Bob has of fishing with his longtime friend, the late Lefty Kreh, a fellow Chesapeake watershed native and one of the most iconic fly anglers in history. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XVII - The State of Striped Bass with American Saltwater Guides Association 1:13:45

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On this week's episode, we have the opportunity to meet with Willy Goldsmith, the Executive Director, and Will Poston, a Policy Associate, at the American Saltwater Guides Association . We'll go pretty in-depth into the Amendment 7 process, a regulatory update to the Striped Bass Management Plan, which occurred earlier this year and discuss its importance to the future of one of America's most popular sport fish, as well probably the most iconic species of the watershed. We'll also discuss why the Chesapeake Bay Watershed is so important to the health and future of Striped Bass and share a few stories about the hard-fighting, "every person's fish". Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XVI - Fly-Fishing the Delmarva Peninsula with Joe Bruce 1:19:57

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After a five week hiatus, the Fly Fish Forever podcast returns for the final five episodes of Season I: Chesapeake with a very timely and relevant subject: the mighty-mite of the Esox world, the Chain Pickerel, a native species to the Chesapeake Bay watershed, which just happen to be fantastic quarry in the cold winter months. We'll have a chance to hear from one of the Region's most respected fly fishing educators, fly tiers and writers, Joe Bruce. He shares his experiences fishing with two of his long-time friends, Bob Clouser and Lefty Kreh, his knowledge of the unique low-lying ponds of the Delmarva Peninsula, and why after seven decades fishing in the watershed, he still believes the Cheseapeake Bay region is where it's at. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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On this week's episode, we have the chance to meet with Bryan Hofmann, the Deputy Director of the Friends of the Rappahannock , a non-profit working to protect and restore the Rappahannock River Watershed, one of the largest tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. We'll talk about what FoR is doing to improve habitat and water quality, the importance of the River economically, culturally and recreationally to the region, as well as why "The Rapp" may just be the best kept secret in the area. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XIV - Fisheries Science in the Field with Morgan Stum 57:05

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On the 14th episode of the podcast, we get the chance to sit down with future fisheries biologist and current Penn State graduate student Morgan Stum. We'll talk about her work studying fish populations in the New and Delaware Rivers, two drainages that happen to not be a part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, but which share certain similarities and proximity to the area. We'll also talk about her time with Trout Unlimited, pursuing Golden Dorado in Argentina, as well as why the Chesapeake Bay Watershed is a fantastic place to grow up. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XIII - Trout Unlimited & Brook Trout with Dustin Wichterman & Seth Coffman 1:13:42

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On this week's episode, we have the opportunity to meet Dustin Wichterman and Seth Coffman, two staff members of Trout Unlimited 's Home Rivers Initiative. Their work is focused on protecting, reconnecting and restoring Brook Trout habitat throughout the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. But their work doesn't just benefit trout anglers, the downstream effects of their projects benefit anglers at all levels of the watershed. We'll also spend some time talking about the tips and tricks these two fisheries biologists and fly fishing fanatics have to offer those interested in fly fishing for Brook Trout. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode XII - The Chesapeake Conservancy with Joel Dunn 54:35

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On this week's episode, we have the opportunity to meet with Joel Dunn, the President & CEO of the Chesapeake Conservancy , Dunn leads the Conservancy's efforts to increase public access for everyone and strengthen the connection between people and the Chesapeake Bay watershed to promote a greater appreciation for the need to conserve the Chesapeake’s landscapes and special places. Under Dunn’s leadership, Chesapeake Conservancy has focused on using technology to practice precision conservation and build successful partnerships with federal, state and local agencies, private foundations, corporations and nonprofits to advance conservation. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode X - Fly Fishing the Chesapeake Bay with Zack Hoisington 1:31:03

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Episode XI - The Anacostia River with Phong Trieu 1:01:11

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Episode IX - West Virginia Fly Fishing with Pamela Dunlap 40:46

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On this week's episode, we have the chance to meet Pamela Dunlap. Pamela is the founder of Women, Wine and Waders , a fly fishing group based out of West Virginia. Pamela is also the co-founder of International Women's Fly Fishing Day, and was recognized by the state of West Virginia as one of the state's "50 Wonder Women". Pamela is a teacher and mentor to female fly anglers across the world, but still loves to call the Mountaineer State her home. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Cheeky Fishing & Costa Sunglasses…

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Episode VIII - Urban Fly Fishing with Chris Wood 55:30

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Episode VII - Cobia on the Lower Bay with Wayne MacMasters 1:29:28

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On this week's episode, we have the chance to meet Wayne MacMasters . Wayne is a fly-fishing guide based out of the Hampton Roads area who specializes in catching Cobia on the fly. Cobia are a migratory species, making their way from the waters of Northern Florida, up the East Coast each spring, and spending their summers in the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you're a seasoned angler, or someone completely new to the world of Cobia, Wayne provides a wealth of knowledge of how to target this aggressive and large saltwater fish. Presented by Fly Fishers International Sponsored by Costa Sunglasses & Cheeky Fishing…

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Episode VI - Shenandoah River Smallmouth and Conservation with Mark Frondorf 1:20:07

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