Just Landed

Dive into the depths of global cultures with host Jim Root, as he investigates the remarkable interplay between the fishing industry and the cultural tapestry of societies around the world.
A person wearing a camo hoodie is fishing on a boat during sunset. The water is calm, and the sun is low on the horizon, creating a warm glow. Another silhouette is visible in the background, apart from the person in the foreground.

Season 1

Episodes

  • A person wearing a camo hoodie is fishing on a boat during sunset. The water is calm, and the sun is low on the horizon, creating a warm glow. Another silhouette is visible in the background, apart from the person in the foreground.

    Episode 1

    Virginia Beach

    In this premiere episode of Jim Root’s Just Landed, we kick off our journey in Virginia Beach, a coastal gem with a deep-rooted fishing heritage. But Mother Nature has her own plans—storm clouds are rolling in, and we’ve got a challenge ahead: tagging Jim’s first Redfish for NOAA to help track its migration.

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  • Two people in a green canoe on a lake; one stands and casts a fishing line while the other sits and paddles. Both wear casual outdoor clothing and hats, with a forest visible in the background.

    Episode 2

    Maine

    Jim lands in Maine to meet the faces behind one of the top seafood scenes in the U.S. From Portland to North Haven, it’s all about experiencing true coastal life from the Mainers' point of view. Jim then checks off a bucket list moment: smallmouth fishing on the legendary Grand Lake.

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