amberjack

The world of work is changing rapidly, yet dress shoes have barely changed since the 1800s. Through material innovation and a unique vertical supply chain, Amberjack is creating a new type of men's dress shoe. After years working with big companies like Cole Haan, Allen Edmonds, and Adidas, the founder Jonathan Peters got frustrated by how bleak the landscape of dress shoes had become. Work is changing, technology is advancing, yet dress shoes are stuck in the past. The brand wanted to create something new by avoiding the complicated supply chains full of shortcuts and compromises, and partnered with one of the best tanneries in the world. They've created entirely new materials for soles that are extra comfortable, and put leather and science fiction into the hands of craftsmen in Portugal. They also use 100% plastic-free packaging and promise their shoes will last a lot longer than the fast-fashion, disposable dress shoes they share a price-point with.

In this episode of the MenswearStyle Podcast we interview Jonathan Peters, Founder of Amberjack about his career to date, and the unique concept of this new brand operating within the dress shoe category.  The idea came after the realisation of feeling unconnected with his shoes whilst working within the corporate world. He felt he could bring the same excitement many guys feel with clothing brands to the footwear world.  Our host Peter Brooker and Jonathan also chat about early prototypes, how to make shoes built for comfort, how the brand is adopting sustainability, and how to get a 10,000+ waitlist for a debut shoe.

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On this weeks episode we talk to Capt. Justin Leake out of Panama City and get his advice on sight fishing for red fish as well as amber jacks. He tells how he gets them to the surface for awesome action on a fly rod. We also hear from Brant Peacher of Pensacola and get an update on the water conditions and talk about catching (and hunting) exotic species in South FL. Last but not least, we check in with Lionel James out of Destin, FL about finding the redfish there this time of year and we also have a great discussion on photography and videography and how he likes to incorporate that into his trips.

Capt. Todd Jones of Panama City, FL  tells us all about the offshore bite. We dive into some of the science behind the Cobia migration and hear about catching King Mackerel as we transition closer to Fall. Then we hear from Capt. Lionel James out of Destin, FL. He tells us how he finds and targets schools of big, bull redfish off of the beach.

We hear from Capt. Lionel James of Destin, FL and he tells us about an unexpected catch that a client caught on a recent charter. We also talk to Capt. Brant Peacher about targeting grouper offshore & inshore and get his take on the proper baits to make the most of those trips. Lastly, we talk with Capt. Todd Jones of Panama City, FL and hear about the offshore bite in the PCB area. We also discuss the current regulations and get his take what is working and what is not.

This weeks episode we hear some great information on fishing offshore in the FL Panhandle. Things are really getting good in the Pensacola, Destin & Panama City Beach areas and will only get better as the water temps continue to warm up. We are in the beginning of Amberjack season and it sounds like our captains are putting their clients on those big reef donkey's and this week we find out how they are doing it. 

March Madness indeed! With the warmer air and water temperatures fish are really starting to turn on in the FL Panhandle! We hear about a monster school of black drum off the beach in Panama City Beach from Capt. Justin Leake of Panama City Inshore. We talk to Capt Brant Peacher of Angler Up with Brant over in Pensacola about how to sight fish the pompano off the beach. We'll also talk to Capt. Lionel James of Lions Tale Adventures in Destin about catching big amberjack and triggerfish offshore as well as big schools of redfish and the best ways to fish them. You dont want to miss an episode because now is the time to get on the water!