Thanks for all of the responses so far. First, I know there is not a real definition of SPAM, but I would say this hits pretty close:
"Spam is the abuse of electronic messaging systems (including most broadcast media, digital delivery systems) to send unsolicited bulk messages indiscriminately. While the most widely recognized form of spam is e-mail spam, the term is applied to similar abuses in other media: instant messaging spam, Usenet newsgroup spam, Web search engine spam, spam in blogs,wiki spam, online classified ads spam, mobile phone messaging spam, Internet forum spam, junk fax transmissions, social networking spam, and file sharing network spam."
I was indeed trying to drum up conversation about the TV show and the publication, but I did so intentionally on this network. This was not indiscriminate or just some form of mass mailing/posting. I joined this network to participate in conversations about fishing and to make people aware of Simply Fishing. In addition, I welcome all opinions -- especially about the magazine.
Yes, the show and the magazine are driven by advertisers, as are most publications or television shows. I can speak personally for the magazine and tell you that the purpose of SimplyFishingMagazine.com is much like this network -- to provide fishing enthusiasts with content that will appeal to them and bring your connection to fishing one step closer. Instead of instantly becoming SPAM police, perhaps some of the members of this network could put some thought into their responses before they make them.
I hope we can continue to talk fishing, and I hope the magazine will encourage new and potential anglers to support the fishing culture. Enjoy it for what it's worth; after all, it's a free way to get "on the water" from your computer.
Don't forget, we're always looking for new ideas for magazine content from YOU, our readers!
Josh Dahlke
Editor, SimplyFishingMagazine.com
PS: Simply Fishing Television is the only fishing show shot in real time, with no secret editing or trick shots, and the lures in fact work very well for fishing trophy muskies. Take all of that in consideration before becoming harsh critics.