Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this River Rat panel episode of the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast, host Bailey Eigbrett sits down with Elite Series pro Seth Feider, longtime tournament angler Chris Grohe, and backwater specialist Keith Poche to break down everything about fishing rivers and skinny backwaters for bass. The panel covers reading current seams and cut banks, breaking down a river visually before making a cast, bait selection for topwater, moving baits, and flipping, and how to use Goog...

Send us Fan Mail Most anglers idle right over the most consistent big-bass spots on the lake without ever knowing they're there. Full-time fishing guide Caleb Bell breaks down how to find springs — groundwater seeps that hold stable 55-65° water and giant bass year-round — and why they're the key to surviving the toughest transition of the year. In this episode, Caleb covers: - How to spot a spring using old Corps of Engineers maps and satellite imagery - What a spring actually looks like on...

Send us Fan Mail Ever pull up on a massive highland reservoir with creek arms running in every direction and have no idea where to start? Bassmaster Elite Series pro Jacob Foutz breaks down his exact system for finding bass faster on big water — no matter how many creek arms you're staring at. 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPrem...

Send us Fan Mail Jake Slager, National Fish Habitat Partnership board member and corporate industry representative, joins the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast live from the AFS conference to break down why fish habitat conservation matters far beyond the water. Jake explains what the National Fish Habitat Partnership and the Fish Fund actually do, how regional Fish Habitat Partnerships get conservation dollars on the ground, and why corporations, gas stations, restaurants, and entire local...

Send us Fan Mail Ty Manarola joins the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast to break down his first career tournament win, a 62.5 pound smallmouth bass total caught over three grueling days on the Columbia River, complete with a full gear and bait breakdown and the six-foot-wave grind that came with it. The episode also features an unfiltered rant on what's really holding competitive bass fishing back: not forward-facing sonar, but the toxic comment sections and online negativity scaring off n...

Send us Fan Mail The Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast sits down with West Coast Super 60 standout Joe Mariani to break down the toughest transition in bass fishing: the late-summer drawdown on Northern California reservoirs like Clear Lake, Berryessa, and Don Pedro. Joe explains why largemouth push shallow into dying grass while spotted bass and smallmouth abandon the bank entirely, why big square bills and topwater still fool giants in low, clear water, and how to locate suspended fall ba...

Send us Fan Mail The Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast welcomes back West Coast bass fishing legend John Murray for a deep dive into the free rig, why it outperforms a jig, Texas rig, or drop shot for hookup ratio, and his exact rod, line, and hook setup for flipping grass and laydowns. John traces the origins of West Coast staples like the drop shot, football jig, and swimbait, shares rare bass fishing history including the true origin of the split shot rig and a 1990s deep-water story fro...

Send us Fan Mail The Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast sits down with Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation fisheries biologist Nate Hall for a deep dive into black bass management, harvest regulations, and cutting-edge electrofishing research. Nate breaks down Oklahoma's landmark 2022 length-limit change, why statewide bass harvest rates sit under 3%, and how genetic stunting affects bass growth in lakes across the country. The episode also covers groundbreaking forward-facing sonar...

Send us Fan Mail Matthew Brannon has cracked the code on catching big bass consistently across the country, and on this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast he breaks down exactly how. Matthew is a California angler who has put in serious time on big bass fisheries from coast to coast, and he shares the techniques that translate no matter where you're fishing, whether you're chasing giants or grinding out numbers. We get into how his day job with the Coast Guard has shaped his understanding ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we sit down with Tai Au to break down a livescope settings hack that most anglers overlook, but makes a huge difference in image clarity on the water. Tai walks through exactly how he dials in his settings for a cleaner picture, along with the baits that consistently produce for him fishing the West Coast. Whether you are new to forward facing sonar or looking to sharpen your setup, this episode is packed with practical tips you can use on your next trip. Tune...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast, we break down the free rig for bass fishing with anglers Tyler Madden and Jake Maddox. You'll learn when to throw the free rig, the best gear and line setups, and the presentation tricks that make it one of the most effective techniques for catching more bass. Whether you're new to bass fishing or looking to sharpen your soft plastics game, this episode gives you a complete 101 style breakdown of the free rig. Tune i...

Send us Fan Mail Fisheries biologist David Beasley joins Bailey and Steve for a deep dive into what actually makes a lake healthy or unhealthy, unpacking sediment oxygen demand, harmful algal blooms, and why hydrilla and blue-green algae take over neglected water bodies. Beasley breaks down grass carp strategies, nutrient cycling, and the internal load problem lurking at the bottom of nearly every lake, from small farm ponds to giants like Lake Okeechobee. The conversation takes a hard turn i...

Send us Fan Mail We talk with Lake Erie Smallmouth guide and former Bassmaster Elite Series pro Destin Demarion about how to best find and catch big summer smallmouth bass! 📌 Important Links: Destin's Website: https://destindemarion.com/ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): Dropshot: Berkley Flat Worm (https://omnia.direct/aeht) Ned: Xzone Ned Zone (https://omnia.direct/aethhet) Minnow: Rapala Mooch Minnow (https://omnia.direct/rsn) New Arrivals:...

Send us Fan Mail On today's podcast we are talking to pro angler Alec Morrison to talk about how he covers water fast, learns fisheries faster, new sneaky baits and his most underrated bait with forward facing sonar and much more. 📌 Important Links: Alec's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alec_morrison_fishing/ Blacksheep: https://www.instagram.com/blacksheepcustomtackle/ Blacksheep Launch Page: https://blacksheepcustomtackle.com/ 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and po...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode ⁨@txprolake⁩ dives into the current angling issues that are being discussed and the bills in discussion in Washington DC that could impact anglers and fishing. 📌 Important Links: https://fisheries.org/sfrbtf-state-fact-sheets/ https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/8195?hl=cormorant&s=3&r=1 https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2293?hl=cormorant&s=3&r=2 https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-cong...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast, pro bass angler Bob Downey breaks down the exact decision making process he uses before he ever makes his first cast of the day. We dig into how he decides whether to start shallow or deep, and how he decides between throwing a moving bait to cover water or slowing down with a finesse presentation on the bottom. Bob walks through the real factors that go into these calls: water temperature, seasonal patterns, water ...

Send us Fan Mail Bailey and Andrew Hayes from the Tackle Talk Podcast talk about their pros and cons after coming home from ICAST. Tackle Talk Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tackle-talk-bass-fishing-podcast/id1482360881 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing part...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with a fisheries biologist to uncover the truth about carp impacts on lakes, how fisheries grow trophy bass, and whether lead fishing tackle is harming our fisheries. We separate fact from fiction using real fisheries science and discuss fish habitat, stocking, invasive species, conservation, and what every bass angler should know to help protect our waters. If you're passionate about bass fishing, fish management, and conservation, this is an epi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Noah Winslow to break down one of the most important summertime bass fishing patterns: flipping grass when the bite gets tough. If you’ve ever struggled to find and catch bass in the heat of summer, this conversation is loaded with tips to help you understand where bass go, what grass to look for, and how to generate bites when fishing feels impossible. 📌 Important Links: Noah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winslow_fishing15/ 📌 Baits...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with pro anglers Bryant Smith and Pete Gluszek to break down one of the most confusing and rewarding ways to catch bass: fishing tidal fisheries. If you’ve ever struggled to understand tides, current, water movement, grass, bait positioning, and how bass set up on tidal rivers and tidal systems, this conversation is packed with bass fishing tips that will help you catch more fish. 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel he...

Send us Fan Mail Carty Shoen, former President of Auburn University's fishing team and a collegiate national champion angler, joins the Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast to break down what it actually takes to win at the highest level of team tournament bass fishing — plus how he turned a U-Haul truck into a fully decked-out mobile fishing rig for life on the road. In this episode, we cover: ✅ Team tournament fishing strategy like communication, boat positioning, and fishing water efficien...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with professional bass angler and Missile Baits owner John Crews to talk bass fishing, bait design, lure color selection, and the future of the fishing industry. John breaks down how he chooses colors for Missile Baits, what makes certain soft plastic colors stand out, his hot takes on the current bass fishing industry, and which anglers he believes are shaping the future of bass fishing. If you love bass fishing, tournament fishing, bait design, ...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we are joined by two fisheries biologists to talk about why bass get black spots on them and why they sometimes have red lips. 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • If you're a fishing guide, check out the Bloodknot App here: htt...

Send us Fan Mail On today's bonus podcast we are joined by Pro Angler Carl Jocumsen to talk about his lake cleanup event coming up this weekend as well as some sneaky tips to catch more bass this summer on big glidebaits! 📌 Important Links: ⁨@CarlJocumsen⁩ Register Your Lake Here: https://fearmyheart.com/ 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: h...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in this episode as we sit down with special guest The Informative Fisherman to reveal the most unique baits to fish in the summertime! When the water heats up and the bass get heavily pressured, throwing the same old standard lures just won't cut it. We break down out-of-the-box summer fishing lures, secret bait presentations, and the best techniques to trigger massive strikes during the dog days of summer. If you want to catch more fish in the heat and learn some unc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with WON Bass Tournament Director Billy Egan to discuss the current state and future of western tournament bass fishing. We dive deep into the pressing question on every angler's mind: Is Lake Mead dead and gone as a premier tournament fishery? With changing conditions and historically tough bites, we explore the possibility that the upcoming U.S. Open Bass Fishing Championship could be the last one—and potentially the final major bass tournament—e...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve been grinding on the road, and in this episode, my co-host and I catch up on a crazy few weeks of traveling the country for tournament bass fishing! Once we get you caught up on our travels, we dive into the biggest elephant in the room: the ongoing forward-facing sonar (FFS) controversy. 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we are joined by Preston Chrisman, Freshwater Fisheries Biologist and Coordinator with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), to discuss one of the most critical issues facing our southern fisheries today: the explosive spread of the invasive Alabama Bass. 📌 Important Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fisheries-podcast/id1434777977 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast appa...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode of Serious Angler's Seriously Western we are joined by Bassmaster Elite Series and BAM Tour pro Bryant Smith to talk about how west coast anglers love to fish in Florida! Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to learn, our podcast has something for everyone. 📌 Important Links: Bryant's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryant_smith_fishing/ 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel her...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with YouTube standout Blake Miller from ⁨@BDBassin⁩ to dive into his strategy for stepping outside the traditional tackle box, explaining how experimenting with unique, unconventional baits and color patterns can trigger strikes from highly pressured bass that ignore standard presentations. We also pull back the curtain on the business of fishing, discussing the grind of the content creator lifestyle, wha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with Jason Henegar, Fisheries Division Chief for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), to discuss a growing crisis in our southern fisheries: the invasion of the Alabama Bass. Often illegally transplanted into new waters, these Alabama-strain spotted bass are wreaking havoc on native smallmouth bass populations through rapid hybridization. Jason breaks down the science behind this alarming trend, explaining...

Send us Fan Mail Wondering where bass go immediately after the spawn and how to catch them when they are exhausted and finicky? In this episode of Serious Angler, Bassmaster Elite Series pro Sam Hanggi breaks down his exact blueprint for targeting postspawn bass, breaking down his incredible 2nd place finish at Lake Murray. We dive deep into the postspawn transition, detailing exactly how bass move from their spawning beds to intermediate transition zones, and how the blueback herring spawn ...

Send us Fan Mail As technology like Forward Facing Sonar (FFS) begins to dominate the professional tournament scene, many anglers are losing touch with their natural instincts. Zach Birge has built a career being a "hammer" in the dirt shallow water, and today he explains why he refuses to get caught up in the "screen fatigue" that is sweeping the industry. 📌 Important Links: Zack's YouTube: ⁨@zackbirgefishing7923⁩ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10...

Send us Fan Mail The fantasy fishing gang is back to talk about the upcoming Bassmaster Elite event on Santee Cooper Lakes! What could win, big bass, our fantasy fishing picks and so much more. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing Group: https://bassmasterfantasy.com/GroupHo... 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omni...

Send us Fan Mail Dive deep into the heart of West Coast bass fishing! We explore the legendary techniques and untold stories that have shaped the region's elite anglers. From the evolution of flipping and punching to the secrets of mastering diverse fisheries, this episode uncovers the essence of what makes West Coast bass fishing truly unique. 📌 Important Links: Ish Monroe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ish_monroe/ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% of...

Send us Fan Mail The Champions Tour out in the midwest is the best tournament trail that you have likely never heard of! 📌 Important Links: Champions Tour: https://classicbass.com/ 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • If you're a fishing guide, check out the Bloo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Reece Martin drops in to break down the fishing trip of a lifetime: landing a true 14 lb Texas giant largemouth. We recount the entire story of that day on the water, exactly how this monster fish was caught, and the specific Texas post-spawn patterns we were running to find her. 📌 Important Links: Reece's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/reece.martin/) Evolution Gear (Use code BE20 for 20% off): https://evolutionoutdoor.com/collections/gear Evolut...

Send us Fan Mail The fantasy fishing gang is back to talk about the upcoming Bassmaster Elite event on the Lake Murray! What could win, big bass, our fantasy fishing picks and so much more. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing Group: https://bassmasterfantasy.com/GroupHo... 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode on the Serious Angler Podcast Network! Today, we are joined by the 2026 Gamakatsu Bassmaster Elite Series Champion, Jacob Foutz, fresh off his incredible victory on the Arkansas River. Jacob weighed in 72 lbs, 4 oz to take home his first blue trophy, and he is here to break down exactly how he secured the win. In this interview, Jacob reveals his secrets for locating bigger-than-average pre-spawn and spawning bass when the rest of the field is...

Send us Fan Mail Are you looking to build elite consistency on the tournament trail? In this episode, we sit down with West Coast pro bass angler Ty Manterola to break down exactly how he approaches highly-pressured tournament waters and continually puts massive bags on the scales at events like the WON Bass Clear Lake Open and the BAM Trail. Ty drops a masterclass on his tournament strategy, how he breaks down new water, and his elite approach to mid-strolling using forward-facing sonar. Th...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we are joined by Bassmaster Elite Series pro and Japanese angler - Takumi Ito! We talk bass fishing cultural learnings, bait modifications and so much more. 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • If you're a fishing guide, check o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive deep into the real-world struggles of professional tournament fishing, including how to mentally and physically dig out of a slump when the bites just aren't coming. Logan also shares his unfiltered thoughts on the massive format changes coming to the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series. Beyond the Elite stage, Logan takes us behind the scenes of the Logan Parks Fishing Foundation and the NSANE Fishing Tournament—a revolutionary combine bridging the massive ...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to catch the biggest smallmouth bass of your life, you have to look up. In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with PNW smallmouth legend Joey Walton to break down the exact science of targeting "Kokanee Eaters." These aren't your typical bottom-dwelling smallmouth; these are open-water pelagic hunters that suspend over hundreds of feet of water to gorge on landlocked salmon. 📌 Important Links: Joey's Instagram (http://instagram.com/joey.walto...

Send us Fan Mail Are you struggling to find kicker fish when you travel to a new body of water? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with Bassmaster Opens Pro and Wisconsin native Andrew Behnke to uncover his exact system for locating above-average bass on completely unfamiliar fisheries. 📌 Important Links: Andrew's YouTube ⁨@andrewbehnke9200⁩ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): 8XD Crankbait: https://omnia.dir...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why a bait that looks like a sea urchin is catching giant bass across the country? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with a professional fisheries biologist to break down the exact science and biology behind the Hideup Coike style bait. We dive deep into what a largemouth and smallmouth bass actually think this spiky, unique JDM lure is, and why it triggers such aggressive feeding responses from mature, pressured fish. 📌 Important Links...

Send us Fan Mail How do you consistently locate 5+ pound bass on completely new bodies of water? In this episode, we sit down with South Carolina hammer Cass Anderson to break down his exact strategy for finding big fish on diverse fisheries. From deep, clear spotted bass lakes to shallow grass factories like Lake Guntersville and Santee Cooper, Cass reveals his mental process for eliminating dead water and separating tournament-winning kickers from average schooling fish. 📌 Important Links:...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by the BAM Super 60 Lake Havasu Champion, Luke Johns! Luke breaks down exactly how he took home the trophy on Havasu, the specific baits that got the job done, and the adjustments he made on the water to stay ahead of the pack 📌 Important Links: Luke's Channel: ⁨@lukejohnsfishing⁩ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): Missile Baits Worm: https://omnia.direct/wrwef Frog: https://omnia.direct/rgerg 📌 Chec...

Send us Fan Mail Are Northern anglers built differently? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with professional bass angler and Canadian powerhouse Jamie Bruce to talk about his incredible journey from guiding on Lake of the Woods to grinding it out on the Bassmaster Opens EQ trail. Jamie gets incredibly transparent about the culture shock of leaving world-class multi-species fisheries in Ontario to chase the professional bass fishing dream in the States. We dive deep i...

Send us Fan Mail The fantasy fishing gang is back to talk about the upcoming Bassmaster Elite event on Tom Bigbeec! What could win, big bass, our fantasy fishing picks and so much more. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing Group: https://bassmasterfantasy.com/GroupHo... 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of the Serious Angler Podcast! Today, we are joined by Todd Dreysse, CEO and Co-Founder of RecLending, to get a complete breakdown of the current status of the boating industry. If you've spent any time recently going back and forth with marine dealerships about financing options, you know how complex the current landscape can be. Whether you are looking to upgrade your tournament rig, finance a new bass boat, or figure out the smartest move f...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Serious Angler Podcast! In this episode, we are sitting down with former Bassmaster College Classic Bracket Champion Louis Monetti to completely rethink cold water prespawn fishing tactics. If you are struggling to find big bass during the early spring transition, this is the breakdown you need. We dive deep into why standard prespawn areas aren't always the ticket and how shallow power fishing can be the ultimate game-changer when water temperatures are ...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what actually happens to the bass after the weigh-in at the Bassmaster Classic? We sit down with Gene Gilliland, B.A.S.S. National Conservation Director and veteran fisheries biologist, to uncover the hidden science of tournament fishing. In this episode, we dive deep into the conservation side of the Bassmaster Classic. Gene Gilliland explains how fisheries biologists operate within the high-stakes tournament landscape, the incredible lengths B.A.S.S. goes to ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Kane Weekley immediately following his historic victory at the 2026 Toyota Series on Lake Guntersville. Winning by a razor-thin one-ounce margin with a 70-11 total, Kane explains the "clutch" final cast that sealed the $50,000 prize and his spot in the Toyota Series Championship. 📌 Important Links: Kane's YouTube: ⁨@Weekleyfishing⁩ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): Trap: https://o...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Serious Angler Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Bassmaster Elite Series pro Cody Meyer as he gears up for a massive career milestone: his FIRST-EVER Bassmaster Classic. 📌 Important Links: Cody's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codymeyerangler/ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): Cipher Baits (https://omnia.direct/aeorigj) 20% Off Gamakastu Nano Hooks (https://omnia.direct/adv]worHJ) 20% Berkley...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, Cooper takes us inside his boat organization, explaining how he simplifies his tackle and presentations when the screens are turned off. We also dive deep into the evolution of finesse fishing, specifically why JDM-style dice baits and micro-creature baits are dominating highly pressured fisheries. Finally, Cooper reveals the mental switch he flips when transitioning from the points-gathering survival mode of the regular season t...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we are back with another episode of the Serious Angler Reel Biology and we are talking with Bob Lusk ⁨@pondboss⁩ about pond management and how to create and maintain the perfect pond for fishing. 📌 Important Links: Pond Boss Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pondbossmagazine/ Pond Boss Site: https://www.pondboss.com/Home Pond Boss Book: https://www.pondboss.com/item.asp?id=264&r=store%3Fc%3D8 📌 Check out Serious A...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we are diving deep into one of the wildest niches in the outdoor space: throwing giant swimbaits from a paddleboard. We sit down with Austin, Texas native Elam Jacoby to talk about the absolute chaos and physics of hunting trophy bass from a SUP. 📌 Important Links: Elam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elam_jacobi/?hl=en 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): SPRO KGB Chad Shad (...

Send us Fan Mail With a record-breaking $3 million total purse and a staggering $1.25 million going to the winner, this event will finally put the top 25 anglers from the Bassmaster Elite Series up against the top 25 from the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour on Old Hickory Lake in Nashville, TN. But with zero entry fees, how is this tournament actually being funded? Is the money guaranteed? And what are the rules when two entirely different tournament trails collide? We ask the tough...

Send us Fan Mail The fantasy fishing gang is back to talk about the upcoming Bassmaster Elite event on Lake Martin! What could win, big bass, our fantasy fishing picks and so much more. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing Group: https://bassmasterfantasy.com/GroupHo... 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct...

Send us Fan Mail The fantasy fishing gang is back to talk about the upcoming Bassmaster Elite event on the Mississippi River! What could win, big bass, our fantasy fishing picks and so much more. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing Group: https://bassmasterfantasy.com/GroupHome.aspx?groupID=15633 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and podcast apparel here: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premi...

Send us Fan Mail Are you struggling to find bass during the transition from late winter to early spring? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we are joined by Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Shane LeHew to break down his absolute favorite pre-spawn pattern: fishing deep ditches. Before bass move up shallow to spawn, they stack up in specific "drains" and ditches that act as highways to the spawning grounds. If you can locate these hidden depressions, you can find the biggest school of ...

Send us Fan Mail Are you struggling to find and catch bass in the unique conditions of desert lakes? In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with expert fishing guide Rick Harris to break down the specific tactics needed to conquer West Texas bass fishing and the Southeast’s most challenging desert reservoirs. Desert lakes like Lake Amistad, Lake Falcon, and JB Thomas present a different set of challenges compared to your typical grass-filled pond. 📌 Important Links: Rick's Instagram: h...

Send us Fan Mail As the ice melts and water temperatures hover in the low 40s, finding and catching bass can be one of the toughest challenges for any angler. In today’s episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, host Bailey Eigbrett sits down with "The Dean" of Bass University, Pete Gluszek, to break down the science of late winter and early spring bass fishing. Pete shares his expert insights on how to track bass movements from wintering holes to pre-spawn staging areas. We dive deep into the ...

Send us Fan Mail Is Arkansas quietly becoming a Top 5 state for giant largemouth bass? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Risley from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and Natalie Goldstrohm from Texas Parks and Wildlife to break down the science behind the next generation of trophy bass fishing. We dive deep into the new Arkansas Legacy Lunker Program and how it compares to the legendary Texas ShareLunker Program. Learn how biologists are using geneti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with a legendary panel: Bryan Thrift, Todd Auten, and Stephen Browning. Whether you call it a ChatterBait or a vibrating jig, these three pros have won hundreds of thousands of dollars on this single lure, and today they are breaking down every detail to help you catch more bass. New Vintage Bass Boat Hats: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/en-usd/products/bass-boat-vintage-hat 📌 Important Links: Bryan's Instagra...

Send us Fan Mail How do you catch nearly 100 pounds of California largemouth in just three days? In today's episode, we sit down with the 2026 WON BASS Winter Open Champion, Garrett Ellenson, fresh off his dominant performance at Clear Lake. Garrett weighed in a massive 98.37lb total, including consistent 30lb+ bags, to take home the trophy and a brand-new Ranger/Mercury rig. 📌 Important Links: Garrett's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrettscustoms/ Garrett's Customs: https://www.gar...

Send us Fan Mail Winter bass fishing can be incredible—but it can also be dangerous if you’re not prepared. In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we break down winter bass fishing safety tips every angler needs to know to stay warm, dry, and safe on the water. We cover the real differences between insulated cold-weather fishing gear vs rain gear, how wind chill affects your body temperature, and why blocking wind is often more important than blocking rain during winter fishing. We a...

Send us Fan Mail Bass fishing isn’t just about lures, locations, and techniques — it’s about biology, conservation, and understanding the fish themselves. In this episode, we sit down with a fisheries biologist to break down largemouth bass biology, bass population health, and what’s really happening beneath the surface of today’s fisheries. We cover how bass grow, spawn, feed, and adapt — and how factors like fishing pressure, catch-and-release, habitat loss, climate change, and water quali...

Send us Fan Mail What are the biggest bass fishing trends for 2026? We sat down with Matt Johnson, CEO of Omnia Fishing, to break down the industry shifts, tackle innovations, and technique changes that every angler needs to know for the upcoming season. 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): 40% off Zman Baby Jackhammer (https://omnia.direct/babyjac) New Omnia Arrivals (https://omnia.direct/newnew) 📌 Check out Serious Angler Network lifestyle and ...

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of 2025, the Serious Angler team sits down to reflect on an incredible year of fishing and podcasting. We want to start by saying a massive THANK YOU to the Serious Angler community for listening, watching, and supporting us all year long. We truly couldn't do this without you. 📌 Important Links: Serious Angler Apparel: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ Podcast Bailey Mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-with-steven-bartle...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with the reigning Bassmaster Classic Champion and Elite Series Rookie sensation, Easton Fothergill. After a historic rookie season that ended with him hoisting the trophy at Lake Ray Roberts, Easton opens up about the "Champion's Mindset" that separates the pros from the pack. We dive deep into the specific finesse adjustments—including his dominant Neko rig technique—that helped him overcome a tough bite and win $300,000. 📌 Important Links: East...

Send us Fan Mail Winter bass fishing can be the most rewarding (or frustrating) time of year depending on one major factor: Location. In this episode, we are joined by Tennessee River guide and mapping wizard Caleb Bell (BassQuest Fishing Charters) to teach you exactly how to break down a body of water when the temperatures drop. If you struggle to find fish in the winter or don't know where to start on a new lake during the cold water months, this conversation is a blueprint for success. Ca...

Send us Fan Mail Want to master glide bait fishing? This is the ultimate Big Bait Fishing 101 guide featuring Brandon Palaniuk, Garrett Rocamora and Josh Pladies, the founder and owner of Clutch Swimbait Co. If you are new to big baits or looking to refine your glide bait technique, this podcast covers everything you need to know. We dive deep into the world of swimbait fishing, breaking down the specific gear, retrieves, and seasonal strategies that catch giant bass. 📌 Important Links: Bra...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to catch the biggest bass of your life, you need to understand the "Trout Eater." In this episode, we are joined by West Coast trophy hunter Chad Sweitzer to break down exactly how to target giant largemouth bass that feed on stocked trout. This is arguably the best time of year to chase these fish. We dive deep into the predator-prey relationship, discussing how to locate these massive bass, what structure they set up on to ambush trout, and the specific big bait...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with pro angler Pzekurat to break down his simple, ultra-effective approach to finding and catching bass anywhere in the country. Pzekurat explains why keeping your bait selection minimal can actually help you catch more fish, how he targets the most aggressive feeding bass, and the key clues he uses to find high-percentage areas on any lake. Whether you fish tournaments or just want to find more active bass, this episode delivers practical tips o...

Send us Fan Mail Are you accidentally killing the fish you catch? In this episode, we sit down with legendary Pro Angler Gary Klein and a Fisheries Biologist professor from the University of Illinois to reveal the hard truth about fish care. We dive deep into the science of catch and release, exposing common "conservation" myths that anglers believe are helpful but are actually hurting the fish. From the proper way to handle slime coats to the debate on fizzing and livewell additives, we cov...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, pro angler Matt Becker breaks down exactly how to catch winter bass on highland reservoirs across the Southeast. Matt grew up fishing the Great Lakes and glacial lakes in Pennsylvania for smallmouth before relocating to Tennessee, where he now fishes TVA fisheries and deep, clear mountain reservoirs. We dig into how winter bass position in highland reservoirs, how shad and baitfish change their behavior, the best winter structure to target, and how Matt uses...

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with the top three anglers from the 2025 Bass Angler Magazine Super 60 Championship on Clear Lake, California — Mason McAbee, Tyler Madden, and Ty Mantarola. They break down how they caught giant Clear Lake bass, the exact patterns, baits, and areas that produced, and how Mason secured the win and a brand-new $70,000 Bass Cat boat. If you’re looking for Clear Lake bass fishing tips, fall patterns, tournament strategy, or insight from three of the highest-level We...

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Todd from Rec Lending, the premier financing service for all your recreational vehicle needs, to get a deep dive into the current bass boat market. Whether you're considering a new bass boat or a used bass boat, market dynamics are shifting due to interest rates, inventory levels, and buyer behavior. 📌 Important Links: RecLending: https://www.reclending.com/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPR...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with Brian Latimer to break down power-finesse fishing for cold water bass, why he never changes his finesse approach even in winter, how to catch shallow bass in the cold months, and the bait cues he relies on when water temps drop. Brian explains late-fall and winter bass behavior, his swim jig + finesse worm confidence, and how to trigger lethargic fish in cold water without going ultra-finesse. We’re also joined ...

Send us Fan Mail When the water gets cold and most anglers go deep, Jordan Lee stays shallow — and today, he’s breaking down exactly how. In this episode, we talk about how to find bass in cold, shallow water during the winter months, where to start your search, and what conditions make those fish feed. Learn when to fish fast or slow, which baits produce in the cold, and how to approach winter fisheries like a pro. 📌 Important Links: Jordan Lee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jleefis...

Send us Fan Mail The Serious Angler Podcast dives deep into the future of West Coast bass fishing with three of the most influential names in the game — Billy Egan from WON Bass, Mark Lassagne from the BAM Tournament Trail, and Ken Mah, one of the top West Coast professional anglers. 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • Amped Outdoors Lithium Batteries (https://ampedo...

Send us Fan Mail We’re throwing it back to an awesome conversation with pro angler Cody Huff all about cold water bass fishing tips that help you catch more fish when the bite gets tough. Cody breaks down how to find bass in cold water, what baits he trusts the most, and how to adjust your winter bass fishing techniques for consistent success. 📌 Important Links: Cody's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhufffishing/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: h...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an insightful conversation with a Texas Parks and Wildlife Coordinator as we dive into the vital role of fish habitat in ensuring healthy, thriving Texas fisheries. We discuss specific strategies for improving aquatic habitat—such as planting native vegetation, installing fish structures, and managing water quality—which are critical for fish reproduction, growth, and survival. Furthermore, we explore essential initiatives to enhance angler access to these prime f...

Send us Fan Mail Pro angler Justin Lucas joins the Serious Angler Podcast to break down what makes him one of the most versatile fishermen in the sport. From flipping grass in the South to finesse fishing clear water up North, Justin shares how he decides when to power fish vs. finesse fish, what clues tell him to switch techniques, and how to stay consistent across the country. 📌 Important Links: Justin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinlucasbass/ 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the li...

Send us Fan Mail A true West Coast bass fishing legend joins the show — John Murray! We dive into his journey from the deep, clear lakes of Arizona to chasing the dream on the national pro bass fishing stage. John shares lessons learned from decades on tour, his favorite Western techniques, and the mindset that’s kept him competitive through generations of anglers. From deep-water finesse to power fishing across the country, this episode is packed with knowledge, stories, and perspective from...

Send us Fan Mail Fall is one of the best times of the year to catch both big largemouth and smallmouth bass — if you know where to look. In this episode, we break down the 3 best and easiest ways to catch bass in the fall, from the top baits to throw to the key areas on the lake where bass group up as temperatures drop. 📌 Baits Discussed (Click the link and use code SERIOUS10 for 10% off your order): Omnia Fishing New Arrivals: https://omnia.direct/ag 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial o...

Send us Fan Mail Australian bass angler Tommy Wood joins the show to share his journey chasing the dream of becoming a professional bass fisherman in the U.S. 🇦🇺🇺🇸 From lessons learned on the road to funny stories from life as a traveling angler, Tommy gives an honest look at what it takes to make it in the world of tournament bass fishing. 📌 Important Links: Tommy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommywoood/ Tommy's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOn1UoESwEc 📌 Click here to...

Send us Fan Mail Spencer Shuffield joins the show fresh off his WON Bass U.S. Open victory on Lake Mohave! 🏆 We break down exactly how he caught big smallmouth bass in deep, clear water, his winning baits and techniques, and his mindset during one of the toughest tournaments in the West. Spencer shares his secret strategies for catching finicky smallmouth, how he adjusts to changing conditions, and what it takes to stay consistent at the top level of professional bass fishing. 📌 Important Li...

Send us Fan Mail Finding bass in the fall can be tricky—especially on lakes that don’t have much structure or topographic change to guide you. In this episode, we break down exactly how to locate bass when your lake looks “flat,” where they position as the water cools, and how to follow bait movement when the obvious spots aren’t there. Whether you’re bank fishing or in a kayak, this will help you dial in your fall game and consistently find fish on featureless lakes. 📌 Important Links: Wyat...

Send us Fan Mail Is Arizona the most underrated bass fishing state in the country for giant largemouth bass? In this episode, we sit down with Amber-Lee Garrison from the Arizona Game & Fish Department to talk about the incredible trophy bass potential that most anglers overlook. 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • Amped Outdoors Lithium Batteries (https://ampedo...

Send us Fan Mail Are today’s fishing electronics making us impatient anglers? In this podcast, we dive deep into the impact of forward-facing sonar, side imaging, down imaging, and other fish finder technology on how we approach the water. From covering water too quickly to speeding up our casts and potentially losing patience with traditional fishing, we discuss whether advanced electronics are helping us catch more fish—or changing the way we fish for the worse. 📌 Baits Discussed (Click t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Brennan Osborn, fresh off his big win at the BAM Tournament on Lake Almanor. Brennan breaks down exactly how he found success, the details of his tournament setup, and why the Dice Baits are his go-to for catching big bass—especially when the bite gets tough. If you’re looking to learn how the pros approach pressured waters, tough conditions, and want to know why the Dice has become such a killer technique in bass fishing, this is an episode ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Maryland fisheries biologist Ryan Gary to dive deep into one of the most debated topics in bass fishing: forward-facing sonar. Ryan compiled and analyzed data from the entire 2025 Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour season, comparing tournament outcomes, trends, and outliers between anglers who relied on sonar and those who didn’t. We break down what the numbers reveal, discuss how technology is shaping the sport, and uncover insights every ang...

Send us Fan Mail The summer to fall transition is one of the best times of the year to load the boat with numbers of bass AND target giant trophy fish. In this episode, we break down where to find bass as the water cools, how baitfish movement changes the game, and the best baits to throw to catch both schools of fish and those kicker bites. We’ll cover: - Where to look for bass in creeks, points, and offshore structure - Baits for numbers vs big bass - Approach & electronics tips to dia...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the ultimate smallmouth showdown: Northeast vs Pacific Northwest. From the goby-fed giants of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River to the current-driven brutes of the Columbia and Snake Rivers, we break down which region grows them bigger, how each fishes differently, and the top baits you need for both. 👉 We’ll cover: - Top fisheries in each region 🗺️ - Growth, size, and record-breaking catches 📈 - Fishing styles & tactics that dominate 🎣...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we are sitting down the bright young minds of the future of bass fishing's conservation efforts to talk about the future of bass fishing on this episode of the Reel Biology. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to learn, our podcast has something for everyone. 📌 In this episode, we're covering: 🎣 The future of bass fishing's conservation efforts 🎣 Future of tournament bass fishing formats 🎣 More on bass f...

Send us Fan Mail We are joined by the top 3 anglers from the BAM Tour Super 60 at the Columbia River! Anglers Ron Mace, Ty Manterola and Tyler Madden unleash some shallow river fishing juice. 📌 Important Links: Ty's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ty_manterola/ Tyler's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tmadd_fishing/ 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • Amped...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we have some awesome new updates and changes coming to the Serious Angler Podcast Network! 📌 Important Links: Luis' YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@northgafisherman⁩ Luis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northgafisherman/ Alex's Charity Tournament: https://tourneyx.com/leaderboard/standings/alex-rudd-fishing-river-wars-benefit-tournament 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPre...