Chasing the elusive permit fish is an exhausting endeavor for the most seasoned anglers. So why would a total newbie even try? That was the question facing Paddy O\u2019Connell, who was invited to fish for permit at the spectacular Blue Horizon lodge in Belize with a legendary guide. Paddy had always embraced adventure, but like a lot of outdoor athletes, he hated being terrible at new sports in front of other people\u2026which meant that this trip would be a radical\u2014and likely painful\u2014learning experience, no matter what.\nPlease tell us what you think about the show and how we can make it better. Fill out a brief survey\xa0at\xa0outsideonline.com/podsurvey\nThe Outside Podcast is made possible by Outside+ subscribers. Learn about the many benefits of a subscription and sign up now at outsideonline.com/podplus.