Episodes

watch now	Episode 28 We're going off island to hook up with the ninth island of Hawaii: Las Vegas! That's right, we're looking for signs of fish in the Arizona and Nevada desert. Lake Havasu, here we come! Awesome lake shorelines and large and small mouth bass action… including a trip to the London Bridge! Our guest chef this week is chef Roy Yamaguchi of Roy's Restaurant Waikiki.

watch now	Episode 27 We're on the beautiful island of Lana'i. It's time for family fun at the annual Keiki Fishing Tournament with Kim Masse and company. Later, we're hooking up to a good time with the big boys. George Purdy and his posse are showing us a good time fishing on the secluded shores of the Lana'i Kaena coastline. Our guest chef this week is Oliver Beckart of the Four Seasons Resort at Manele Bay!

watch now	Episode 25 It's big time fun on the Big Island... First its family fun island style at the pier at Keauhou Bay after dark. The ballyhoo are in and Dennis Umeno and Mac Haiku show us the drill. Then, do we have a whale of a fish story to share with you! While looking for a big fish aboard the charter boat the Illusion with Captain Tim Hicks, a big fish comes looking for us! Our chef this week is Arnold Arellano from the Kai Restaurant at the Sheraton Keauhou Beach Resort. On the menu: Scallops!

watch now	Episode 24 We travel to Central America to the country of Guatemala. The world-class fishing lodge Casa Vieja treats us to the thrill of taking on sailfish. Capt. Mike Sheeder, originally from Kailua on the island of O'ahu extends his aloha to the three of us making our first trip to this part of the world. Jon Kaita and Keith Nishioka are two of the tourists on this adventure. The country is charming, the fishing is fantastic, and the accommodations are first class. If you haven't had a chance to see sailfish up close and personal, this episode will give you an opportunity to see all the action! Our chef du jour is Russell Siu of 3660 on the Rise. On the menu: Ahi Sesame.

watch now	Episode 23 In this episode you'll join a bunch of friends spending time on the Friendly Isle of Moloka'i. As the sun sets, the gang, including Jon Kaneshiro, Larry Sakata, Glen Gillia, Tim Clark, and James Cordova, dunks with tako and hooks up to a good time. The next morning, a few of us take a ride aboard the charter boat Hallelujah Hou with Capt. Clay Ching. We'd never seen calmer bottom fishing waters or as many whales as we did this trip in less than four hours. Our chef du jour is Fred DeAngelo of Ola's at Turtle Bay. On the menu: Grilled Mahimahi.

watch now	Episode 22 Bottom fishing in an area as remote as the Marquesas Islands is a treat for the eyes. Dogtooth tuna, Lehi, Amberjack, and deepwater sea bass all make their appearance. Then in the calm waters of Rangiroa lagoon, our light tackle gets a work out with the native shallow water bottom fish. Good friends George Moarii and Craig Mitchell take us on a terrific adventure in the South Pacific. Chef du jour is Russell Siu of 3660 on the Rise. On the menu: Ahi Sesame.

watch now	Episode 21 Tahiti is truly the land of endless fishing adventures. Comprised of 5 archipelagos that include 118 islands, the possibilities are endless. On this show we jump aboard a retrofitted 70-foot boat to demonstrate how thick the waters of the Marquesas Islands are with ahi (yellow fin tuna), ono (wahoo), and mahimahi. The trolling action gets as fierce as 10 strikes an hour! Chef du jour is Hiroshi Fukui of Hiroshi¹s Eurasian Tapas. On the menu: Mahimahi.

watch now	Episode 20 First fishing destination: They say being lucky is better than being good. That's how these winners of the Corona Beer contest must feel. They got a plane ride to Kona, a hotel room, plus a day on the charter fishing boat, the illusion, kippered by Captain Tim Hicks. Lucky you live Hawaii!! In the Hawaiian Islands, mullet is prized at many dinner tables. The fishing seasons for these fish are regulated as to when they can be taken. One of our favorite ways to catch these fish is with a throw net at night. Join us for our adventure as we travel on foot in Kaneohe Bay with our nets and our lights to catch dinner. Chef du jour: Colin Nishida of Side Street Bar and Grill and Fort Street Bar and Grill, On the menu is Mahimahi.

watch now	Episode 19 First fishing destination: Kauai upcountry with James "JK" Kennedy. We have a beautiful freshwater adventure in the heart of the Garden Isle hills. The Nishioka family is the beneficiary of this exclusive private tour courtesy of JK. Second fishing destination: The open ocean between Kaula Rock and the island of Niihau. We are aboard the legendary Goodfellow Construction sport fishing boat, the Taipan II. Captain Steve Yamasaki along with Dennis Silva, Ralph Cushnie, Eric Linthicum, and Terill Pratt are in the middle of a 3-day fishing cruise! Chef du jour: Alan Wong of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.

watch now	Episode 18 First fishing destination: Lake Wilson on the island of O'ahu with Stan Wright and friends. Fathers and sons from the Jung, Leong, and Lovett families enjoy an afternoon of peacock bass "catch and release" action. Second fishing destination: Can't tell you, it's top secret. But the gang from Airgas Gaspro is, again, up to their nighttime fishing fun at the end of the workday. And wouldn't you know it's there's a Samoan crab or two to see when you go torching with these guys. Chef du jour: Lydell Leong of 3660 On The Rise.

watch now	Episode 15 First fishing destination: Kauai shoreline at daybreak. It's a minus tide which makes for easy picking of limu kohu and bagging day tako. Kent, Shelly, and Natalie Nishioka takes us along for the walk. Second fishing destination: Upcountry Kauai for freshwater torching! The target game is Tahitian Prawns and our guide is Troy Sakaguchi. Once the prawns know we are hunting them and go into hiding, Troy dons the mask and snorkel and goes in after them! Our chef du jour is Russell Siu of 3660 on the Rise. On the menu: Salmon!

watch now	Episode 14 Fishing destination: Micronesia. Fantasy plugging for ulua courtesy of Allois Mafitani and his Pohnpei Surf Club. It really should be renamed Pohnpei Fishing Club! Keith Nishioka and company hooks up to a good time on the calm waters, which surround both Nahlap and Pohnpei islands. The ulua in this part of the world will take a lure even at high noon! Our chef du jour is Fred DeAngelo of Ola at Turtle Bay. On the menu: Something ono!

watch now	Episode 8 The first fishing segment takes us to the Garden Isle of Kauai to visit with Glen Ikemoto. The opening day of trout season at the Kokee Reservoir is truly a family affair. The bite today is definitely on! Plus... The trip from Nawilwili harbor to Kaula Rock aboard the Taipan II is just the beginning of a 3-day tour... But the pressure is off after Captain Steve Yamasaki and crew land this big yellow fin tuna, and more. Our chef du jour is Yoshi Ohata of Nick's Fishmarket in Waikiki. On the menu: Panko prepared Ono.