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The Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast is the headline show on the Serious Angler Podcast Network that is dedicated to all things bass fishing education. From top-tier angler interviews, fishing baits and techniques, boat and kayak tournament coverage, fantasy fishing previews – we cover it all!
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Send a text 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 you w...
Send a text 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 in or...
Send a text 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://omnia....
Send a text 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 MaxS...
Send a text 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 to the...
Send a text 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 Angler...
Send a text 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 (https...
Send a text 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 ques...
Send a text 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 fish ...
Send a text 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: https:...
Send a text 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 "road...
Send a text 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 genetics to...
Send a text 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 Instagram: ht...
Send a text 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.garretts...
Send a text 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 also d...
Send a text 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 quality al...
Send a text 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 podca...
Send a text 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-bartlett/id...
Send a text 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: Easton's ...
Send a text 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: Brandon'...
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they don't understand that the problem ppl have isn't with FFS, the problem is that someone staring at a screen all day and casting into the abyss is unwatchable. I own it and love it. I'm not against it. But I can't wat h that so I don't.
awesome and very educational