The Guide Post

By: American Saltwater Guides Association
  • Summary

  • A community hub where anglers, fishing guides, scientists, and policymakers connect to discuss fisheries, their history, their futures, and the importance of effective management. Produced by the American Saltwater Guides Association. Presented by Costa Sunglasses.
    American Salwater Guides Association, 2021
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Episodes
  • The Angling Economy #2 - Goods & Market Failures
    Dec 24 2024

    ASGA brings you part two of a new series, diving into the fascinating world of fisheries and natural resource economics. Economist Dr. Ben Meadows breaks down the concept of market failures, the different types of goods (private, public, common resources, and club goods), and their relevance to fisheries management. In this episode, we dive into the challenges of balancing resource use with conservation, the role of norms in managing common resources, and why simple solutions like negotiation often fall short. Whether you're an angler or a policy enthusiast, this episode lays the groundwork for understanding complex economic frameworks and their application to fisheries.

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    34 mins
  • EP170: Management Woes & Offensive Memes
    Dec 23 2024

    The ASGA team provides a striped bass recap before the holidays and sets the scene for what lies ahead in 2025.

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • The Angling Economy #1 - Back to School
    Dec 18 2024

    In this inaugural episode of The Angling Economy series, host Tony Friedrich introduces Dr. Ben Meadows, an environmental and natural resource economist with a passion for fishing and conservation. Together, they dive into the intersection of economics and fisheries, explaining foundational concepts like scarcity, trade-offs, opportunity costs, and supply and demand. Using relatable analogies and real-world examples, Dr. Meadows sheds light on how these economic principles influence fisheries management and conservation strategies.

    Listeners will gain insight into the critical role economics plays in valuing catch-and-release fisheries, balancing policy decisions, and advocating for sustainable practices. This episode sets the stage for future discussions on how economic tools can address non-monetary benefits and ensure the longevity of beloved fisheries. Stay tuned as this series continues to explore the value of our natural resources and the critical importance of protecting them for generations to come.

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    57 mins

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