{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Finding Demo Surf Fishing","title":"Taxes On Taxes On Taxes...The Fishing Excise Tax","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/b201486a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2351,"description":"The newest episode of Finding Demo Surf Fishing has dropped and we are talking about taxes.\nAudio:  https://share.transistor.fm/s/b201486a\nEpisode Title: Taxes on Taxes on TaxesSummary:In this eye-opening episode, we dig into the fishing excise tax—the hidden fee built into nearly every piece of fishing gear you buy.While it’s meant to fund conservation, access, and habitat restoration, we ask the tough questions:\nWhere does that money actually go?\nWho decides how it’s spent?\nAre surf anglers getting shortchanged compared to boaters and other user groups?\nWe explore the history of the tax, how it's structured, and why most anglers don't even realize they're paying it. You'll hear real examples of mismanagement, underfunded coastal access, and political gridlock—but also the success stories, like the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort, that prove this system can work when done right.Whether you're knee-deep in the surf or casting from a pier, if you fish—you fund this. It’s time to understand how it works and what needs to change.\nWhat You’ll Learn:\nThe origin and intent of the Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Act\nWhy surf and shore anglers often get less benefit from the taxes they pay\nHow tax revenue is distributed—and how that could be improved\nSuccess stories: where the tax is working as intended\nSimple ways anglers can get involved and push for change\nResources & Mentions:\nThe Dingell-Johnson Act\nThe Wallop-Breaux Amendment\nChesapeake Bay Restoration Project\nYour state fish and wildlife agency (for checking access project allocations)\nTag us and share your thoughts on Instagram, Facebook, or wherever you fish online.Available now wherever you get your podcasts.\nSubscribe, rate, and leave a review to help us keep this conversation going!\nThis Episode Is Sponsored By:  DS Custom Tackle: Tackle Supply for all anglers.  Floats, rigs, jigs, bait, and more\nBait Check:  Ninja Tackle: Ninja Dagger, 7' Travel Rod, Bummy Stick, Akios reels, rigs, bait, and firearm...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/8zcyQu7rbtxl4Q7hT53LpzCDGxucHp50cZFUS6cYP_g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzIyNTU3LzE2Mzk2/NjE5NjQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}