427 | The Untold History of Green Top: Virginia’s Legendary Hunting & Fishing Store

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Thomas reveals his fishing podcast hit the top 50 outdoor shows and is now seeking sponsors for major 2026 expansion.

The episode begins with host Thomas Ahrens reflecting on Fishing the DMV's upcoming four-year anniversary. He shares that the show has grown from a local program to rank among the top 50 most listened-to outdoor podcasts over the summer, alongside shows like Bass Talk Live and Meat Eaters. Thomas expresses humility at this rapid growth and reveals big plans for 2026, including expansion that requires sponsors and partners. He provides his contact email, [email protected], for potential collaborations. After a sponsor message from Jake's Bait and Tackle in Winchester, Virginia, Thomas welcomes listeners back, noting the winter and holiday season allows him to explore diverse topics like biographies and curious stories. He introduces guests Hunter and Todd from Green Top, describing it as a very cool store. Thomas thanks them for joining, and they reciprocate. Following his usual first-time guest protocol, Thomas asks how they got into their roles. Todd starts by referencing the current year, 2025, and traces back to 1998, humorously describing it as a dark and stormy night when he needed a job. This sets up a personal origin story tied to Green Top's history. The episode format is an interview, with Thomas guiding the conversation to uncover the untold history of Green Top and the guests' backgrounds. Recurring themes include business growth, local outdoor culture, and personal narratives in the fishing and hunting industry. Key moments include Thomas's announcement of the podcast's success and Todd's beginning of his Green Top journey.

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