This week, Matt and Derrick are joined IN PERSON by Jody Bigalke. We discuss his recent induction into the BAA Hall of Fame and the emotions that came with it. Jody also discusses tournament tactics and how the sport has changed over the course of his bowfishing career. Derrick also plays a song that he heard on the radio last week – Bowfishing Rockstars. 

 PLUS! 

 • In-depth breakdown of all the AMS Points

• How to prepare for the spawn 

• Matt and Derrick arm wrestle for glory

• AMS Big 20 category prizes

• Alaskan bowfishing!?

This week, Matt and Derrick tackle questions submitted by YOU, our listeners. These questions are very well stated by our listeners, and they cover a lot of the “touchy subjects” when it comes to bowfishing. We also dive into early season bowfishing tactics, discuss the TANK of a common carp we shot last week, and what we think the next “breakthrough” will be in the bowfishing world. Derrick also gets surprised with a fantastic gift from Jeff Neiball.
PLUS!

• BAA Scholarship program
• Bowfishing Buzz brand new sponsor
• A surprise phone call from a heartbroken friend
• Carp in Torpor stage
• The history behind the "Pittsdelphia Steagles" 

It's alligator season and we are joined by Grayson Padrick with Central Florida Trophy Hunts. Grayson gives us a rundown on their alligator guide service and how they put their clients on gators. Mathew shares stories from his past 5 gator hunts. 

PLUS!

• 2025 BAA Worlds Bid
• BAA records
• Derrick's bears
• Fish You Wish
• Grass Carp poop turns into what?

In this episode, Matt, and Derrick call bowfishing pioneer, Randy Woodward. Randy has paved the way for thousands of bowfishers during his bowfishing tenure. Matt also gets creative and shows Derrick a song he recently heard. (I'm there to Bowfish)
PLUS!

• Randy won Worlds HOW MANY TIMES!?
• Kranky discusses pole vaulting and swimming
• 28 year anniversary plans (NOT what you think)
• Best month for BIG fish

In this episode, Matt and Derrick compile a list of bowfishing trivia questions to ask each other. We also discuss the upcoming Cajun 8, and Derrick sings a song NOBODY has ever heard before.😉

PLUS!

• Derrick thinks he's Charlie Daniels
• Record goldfish everywhere!
• Are dragon carp  real?
• World’s biggest dirt track racing superfan
• Upcoming bowfishing road trips  
• Fish You Wish

In this episode, we discuss the absolute destruction that silver carp have caused in United States waterways, and how they are able to get away with it. We also get a phone call from a friend who’s on a bowfishing journey. 😉

PLUS!

• What is broadcast spawning?

• Best places to bowfish in mid-summer

• The BILLION dollar invasive specie problem

• World record silver carp

In this episode we are joined by Team Descalin' boat captain Ryan Devine. Winning back to back Muzzy Classic Bowfishing Tournaments and taking home $12,000 this year Ryan talks about team chemistry, the pressures of competing in tournaments, scouting, tournament night, to heading back to weigh ins. 

We also discuss: 

• BAA Records
• Randy Woodward and the Youth Worlds Championship
• Kranky the Carp found a new lady
• Fish you Wish
• New bodies of waters and adapting to what fish are up for tournaments

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In this podcast we sit down with 2024 BAA World Champ Lance Brantley and long time bowfisher Dennis Redden.  What was it like chasing Bigheads in the 90's compared to now? Did giant Bigheads exist back then compared to now?  How much time to you have to put in for it all to work out?   We also talk about the Jarred Ashmore Youth Bowfishing Tournament and how our shooters did. 

Plus we discuss

• Chasing daytime Grass Carp
• One lake tournaments verse open water tournaments
• BAA Records
• Fish you wish
• Youth Bowfishing Championship June 22

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In this episode, we recap the BAA Worlds Bowfishing Championship that was held in Kentucky this past weekend. The Battle in the Bluegrass produced one big 20 weight of over 860 lbs! 🤯
 
              Plus!

• Kranky the carp calls us!
• 2025 AMS Big 20 dates
• BAA records
• Schmidty's new podcast goggles! 😎

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In this episode we re-cap the AMS Big 20 from tournament day to weigh ins. 
Plus

• Don't forget your boat plug
• Big Fish Categories and prizes they won
• Top 8 placing Teams and money they won
• Kranky the Carp calls the BB Hotline
• BAA Worlds
• Brody's 30 pound common
• BAA Records

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That time of year again as we discuss the days leading up to the 13th Annual AMS Big 20 Bowfishing Tournament. BIG FISH categories and the prizes you could win, specific rules, tournament day schedule, BIG FISH POT, food trucks, weigh in day, and tournament sponsors. Its going to be a great event..................

We also cover: 

• BAA Records
• Bowfishing May 8th
• Fish You Wish
• Q&A
• Polarized Sunglasses
  
  

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This past week, we had the pleasure of bowfishing with the Slock Master himself, Tim Wells. Tim is an outdoor industry giant, and has been producing high quality, engaging content for over 30 years. His show, “Relentless Pursuit”, is one of the most watched outdoor programs ever. He joins us today on the Bowfishing Buzz to discuss how our recent trip with him went. 

 We also cover:

 • The new blow dart world record

 • What Tim did before he became an outdoor content creator

 • Why Tim is so invested in instinctual shooting

 • Tim’s most memorable bowfishing adventure

                                                           PLUS!

 Get ready, the 13th Annual Big 20 is only a little over a week away! 🤯

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Now, the rest of the story. Part 2 of Steve Kobrine's Amazon bowfishing adventures and stories. Steve covers a wide variety of topics, including shooting dozens of fish in the piranha infested waters of the Amazon, describing a harrowing 22-mile boat ride in a 30-foot canoe in the darkness of the jungle, eating Electric Eel, Vampire Fish, and Peacock Bass.  Some stories get shared in this episode that truly leave Matt and Derrick speechless. Buckle up, get ready, for the conclusion - Steve Kobrine Part 2.

PLUS

• BAA Worlds Auctions
• Nascar verse NBA - who's in better shape
• Take a look in the Mirror Carp
• BAA World Record Perch

This episode it totally based off the questions and topics brought up by our listeners from our recent social media post. We love talking about what YOU guys are interested in listening to! We discuss everything from how to efficiently find fish on new bodies of water, to debating how many rolls of toilet paper you should have in your boat!  

 We also cover:

 Matt and Derrick’s bowfishing song

Did Matt survive the Wisco Wild Man fiasco?

How to prevent bowfishing burnout

What piece of bowfishing equipment is most important?
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In this episode, we talk with Joe Nichols from Kentucky. Joe tells us stories from the early 2000's when they first started to see Bigheads in the Ohio River and how they learned how to hunt them down compared to their normal style of bowfishing. 

We also cover:

• Bighead History
• Is it Thumbs up or Nubs Up? 
• Who won the AMS March Madness Pool
• BAA Record

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In episode 77, we talk with Scott Henslee, Owner of Bowfishing Extreme to discuss how Bowfishing Extreme has grown to become the industry giant it is now.

 We also cover: 

 • The most important aspects of owning a business

 • March Madness or May Mayhem? 

 • List of new BAA records

 • Scott’s love of the bowfishing community
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In episode 76, we do a deep dive into the butterfly success that took place out in Idaho. We talk about the conditions, what the fish were doing, and the heartbreak that bowfishing offers. 

 We also cover: 

• The overwhelming feeling of bowfishing relief

• Mathew’s decorated 17-year career at AMS

• The bow/reel/arrow setup we used on these butterflies

• Next week’s highly anticipated guest

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We are on location in the beautiful State of Idaho chasing a bucket list fish, the Butterfly Carp.  We are joined on this trip with Jana Waller, host of Skull Bound Chronicles, and go over how night one went.  

We also cover: 

• Cindy and Jeff Braun induction into the Bowfishing Association of America Hall of Fame
• Mathew's and Jana's craziest bowfishing adventures
• How Jana has built Skull Bound Chronicles into what it is today
• Does barometric pressure affect fish?

Episode 74 consists of a detailed recap of what it took to keep our bowfishing rights upheld down in the state of Oklahoma. Pete and the rest of the governing body of the BAA represented the community and were successful in keeping harsh bowfishing limits at bay.  

 We also cover: 

 • Rest in peace to our Bowfishing Brothers

 • Accidentally passing up state record fish

 • 2024 tournament pre-registration dates

 • How to properly represent the bowfishing community
PLUS!
The Bowfishing Buzz has a new sponsor!?

Episode 73 consists of a deep dive into the mythical, beautiful, and ultra rare butterfly carp with Grinz and Finz Guide Service owners, Travis and Jenni Oviatt. Travis and Jenni have amazing success out in Idaho getting their clients on these once in a lifetime butterfly carp. 

 We also cover: 

 • Our 2024 ATA Show in St. Louis

• Oklahoma Limits and Regulations

• Recent BAA Records

• How to book your trip with Grinz and Finz

PLUS!

Matt and Derrick are doing WHAT in -30 degree weather!?

2024 New Products, Holiday Discounts, and Podcast Payoff – Jase Greer (Ep. 72)

In episode 72 we discuss all the new products that MegaMouth and AMS are bringing to the table for 2024. We dive into specifics on our new AMS Ringo Bow, Retriever Sport, Retriever Sport Combo, and the revolutionary MegaMouth Quad-Lock point. After that, we reach out to newly addicted bowfisher and Lindley Creek Band member, Jase Greer, to discuss how listening to bowfishing podcasts has greatly improved his success on the water. 

We also cover:

• How to prepare yourself for this upcoming season
• How Jase was exposed to the sport of bowfishing
• Limited time holiday sales for MegaMouth and AMS

PLUS!

      A crocodile named “Derrick”? 🤔 

2023 Bass Pro US Open and Cajun 8 Champion, Owner of On-Track K-9 Big Game Recovery, and fresh off his purchase of a bowfishing retail store, Lance Brantley finds some time to join us on the Bowfishing Buzz. We discuss everything that Lance has going on in his life right now, as well as dive into what has driven him to become the outdoor businessman that he is today. 
 
 We also cover:

• How grueling scouting for big tournaments can be
• What led Lance to make his most recent business purchase
• How Lance's tracking dog journey began
• Matt's spectacular archery season

                            PLUS!
 Who is going to lose our fantasy football bet and have to go bowfishing in a dress!? 🤔 

How much money is spent on keeping Silver Carp out of the Great Lakes? You will be shocked plus newly appointed Bowfishing Association of America President Christina Hayden joins us. 
Its October so get out there and enjoy the outdoors. Its a beautiful time of the year to be on the water or in the woods. It'll put a smile on your face. 

This week we are joined by possibly the most well-traveled bowfishermen in the history of the sport. Steve covers a wide variety of topics, including shooting dozens of fish in the piranha infested waters of the Amazon, describing a harrowing 22-mile boat ride in a 30-foot canoe in the darkness of the jungle, and shooting African big game at 170 yards with his bow. Some stories get shared in this episode that truly leave Matt and Derrick speechless. Buckle up, get ready, this is one for the ages. 

 PLUS!

 • BAA Spring Meeting notes

• Bowfisher & Youth Bowfisher of the year awards

• Jody Bigalke – Newest BAA Hall of Famer Inductee

• Bowfishing season is (almost) HERE!

Dedicated tournament shooter, Jody Bigalke, makes his second appearance on the Bowfishing Buzz podcast this week. We sit down and chat about how the techniques and strategies of shooting tournaments has changed over the last decade.  
 
  We also discuss:

• Jody’s bowfishing boat journey

• Tips on how to have a successful fall bowfishing outing 

• 2024 BAA President nominations

• Recap of our Mississippi river trip

PLUS!

• What are the odds that Schmidty licks a lamprey? (“Why does it taste so SPICY!?”) 🤔

This week we sit down with long time AMS Bowfishing family member and owner of Redden Outfitters in Kentucky, Dennis Redden. Dennis recaps his 2023 guiding season and how bowfishing in Kentucky has changed over the years. 

 We also discuss:

• Biggest learning curve for first time bowfishers

• Dennis’ thoughts on Worlds 2024 being held in Kentucky 

• Redden family bowfishing memories

• Best days on the water so far in 2023

PLUS!

• What should be the punishment for the loser of AMS Fantasy Football League? (You’re going to want to hear this!) 🤔

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This week, we discuss Matt’s recent trip to Delaware targeting stingray with Corey Brossman, Jana Waller (Skull Bound Chronicles), and Julie McQueen (President of CarbonTV)  as well as all the juicy discussion currently going on in the bowfishing world lately. 

 We also discuss:

• Wisconsin Record Silver Carp!?

• Worlds 2024 in Kentucky

• Wisconsin Big 30 Team of the Year

• Greg Pyle – a true pioneer for not only bowfishing, but also AMS Bowfishing 

PLUS!

• What is the tastiest way to prepare stingray fillets? (You’re going to want to hear this!) 🤔

Mallory joins us and discusses what got her into the sport and why her love for bowfishing continues to grow!

 We also discuss:

• Wisconsin’s tournament season

• Females getting more into bowfishing

• CRAZY bowfishing stories

• Georgia’s target rich environment

PLUS!

• How in the world do you shoot 1900 fish in ONE night!? 🤔

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In this episode, with special guest Robert Blackburn, we discuss:

• Robert’s accident that took place in April 2021
• How Robert has recovered and what he has to do differently 
• Why safety slides are SO IMPORTANT to use while bowfishing
• 2024 Worlds Tournament bids
• AMS Pro-Staffers just keep winning tournaments
• Best way to prepare sunfish for table fare

Safety slides vs. tying to the back of the arrow. There is no debate. Use a slide, stay safe and have fun on the water. 

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 In this episode of the Bowfishing Buzz, we discuss:

• The process it takes to shoot BIG fish
• 2024 AMS Big 20 dates
• New BAA, State and World records 
• WBA team of the year standings 
• How to find fish for beginners 

                           PLUS!

• Are fish smarter than they were 10 years ago? 

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We are down in Eddyville Kentucky for the 15th Annual Jarred Ashmore Youth Bowfishing Tournament. We interview tournament director, Andy Cardwell, some youth shooters, and Max Wadlington, owner of Force Feed'em Bowfishing store. 

Who won the $10,000 at last weekends 12th Annual AMS Big 20? Listen and find out as we re-cap the Big 20. 

Bonus AMS Big 20 Challenge podcast as Mavrik Reilly (2022 AMS Big 20 Winner) joins us in studio. 

Bowfishing Buzz coming at you live from the waters as the carp are spawning.  Kevin is armed with the Water Moc recurve and sticks a couple carp during the podcast. Its time to get out and bowfish everyone. 

This week, we do a species breakdown on one of the newest and most invasive species in the United States, the clown knifefish. We also call Haylie Slater, located down in Texas, and she gives us a breakdown on an amazing event that she has been hosting for a couple years now. Matt and Derrick also discuss their recent travels to Dallas and Phoenix. 

 PLUS!

 • Schmidty gets kicked out of a fancy restaurant!?

• A crazed wild woman at the airport

• Remembering Matt’s first ever tournament

• Bowfishing safety – go the extra step

We interview Team On Track captain Lance Brantley and discuss their teams HUGE win at the 2023 Bass Pro US Open Bowfishing Tournament winning $30,000 with a big 20 weight of 644 pounds. Also, if you drive in the left lane on the interstate and are getting passed in the right lane FOR THE LOVE OF GOD MOVE OVER.  We also have a special discount code you can use for a great accessory from AMS Bowfishing.  

Christopher James, Owner of E-FISH-N-SEE bowfishing lights, joins us and discusses why his lights can be a game changer for the sport of bowfishing. We discuss specific lumen ratings,  wattage readings, why a centralized controller is important, and so SO much more. 

Included in this episode is an AMS DISCOUNT CODE you won't want to miss! 

Matt and Derrick also ask each other some entertaining hypothetical questions. In the wake of Derrick calling in sick to work on Monday, Matt shares some stories about some "crappy" days he's had out on the water. #TPshuffle

In this podcast, we talk with special guest Jesse Hurst. Jesse is the President of the Bowfishing Association of Michigan (BAM) and also the host for this years BAA Worlds Championship on May 20th in Michigan.
Plus we give you a discount code that you just can't refuse. Stock up because bowfishing season is here.

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In this episode we have bowfishing guide, Land of Lakes Bowfishing President, and host of Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast Cody Klaus joining us. Plus Mathew and Derrick tell us their three bowfishing goals for the 2023 season. Don't forget to listen for the secret code to get some awesome deals...........
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In this episode we interview the 2023 Bowfisher of the Year Dustin Mizell. Dustin tells us about some of his 40 BAA record fish and how he pursues them. Dustin also runs Fish Kabob Bowfishing guide service and tells us some of the species that guests can encounter down in southern Alabama. Did somebody say Sharks????

In this episode, we interview the President of the Wisconsin Bowfishing Association, Brandon Cole, and get his opinion on what it takes to run a successful statewide bowfishing club. What is this episodes secret discount code? Must listen to find out! AMS Big 20 Pre-registration starts today, get registered now. 
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In this podcast, we are joined by bowfishing guide Damian Loveless with Loveless Outdoor Adventures. We talk to Damian about how he got started in bowfishing, competing in bowfishing tournaments, and how he has his own bowfishing guide service. Plus bowfishing news from around the country. 

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In this podcast we re-cap the 2023 Archery Trade Show, go over some new BAA State records, discuss some cool facts about the Bowfin, and talk about our upcoming ice fishing trip. Plus, a podcast special on leather patch beanies and pom hats. 

We are joined by Randy DuMars, owner of Orlando Gator Hunts and Bowfishing.  We discuss a variety of topics including alligator hunting techniques, what a client can expect, and of course crazy alligator stories. We also touch on why you should join state bowfishing associations and how you can help bowfishing grow in YOUR state. Don't be intimidated to attend bowfishing tournaments! 

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In this podcast, we are joined by Tim Morines, the man who designed, developed and brought the MegaMouth reel to life. Tim reflects back on what his vision was from drawing designs on napkins, then taking those drawings and bringing them to life back at the shop. Plus some great Holiday sales you don't want to miss.

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We are joined this week by the Owner of The Obsession Outdoors bowfishing guide service, Clayton Meyer. He is located in Bagdad, Kentucky and seems to have been destined to guiding since he was 14 years old. We also discuss the 2025 ATA show, new products for 2025, Matt and Derrick’s ice fishing extravaganza and the loss of a Wisconsin Sports Legend. 

 PLUS!

• How to get stuck at a boat ramp
• The famous "One Finger Miracle" 
• Clayton's bowfishing paradise lodge
• A yearlong bowfishing tournament? 

In this episode we are joined by Rich Porter from Nebraska. Rich tells us how he got involved in the sport of bowfishing, was the President of the Bowfishers of Nebraska and then Secretary/ Treasure for 13 years, and his induction into the BAA Hall of Fame. Plus we go over current BAA record fish and dive deeper into the Peamouth Chub, Sea Robin, and the Smooth Back Puffer. 

In this podcast, we go over the new BAA state and world record fish. Who knew there was a Peamouth Chub, Sea Robin, and a Smooth Back Puffer? Mathew's wife has archery season success, Asian Carp facts and Bowfishing Trivia. 

In this podcast we start things out with D'Schmidty telling us his story about putting the smackdown on a brute Wisconsin whitetail and current BAA records. Then, we are joined by Pete Gregoire who will be your new BAA President. Pete tells us how one night on the water was all it took for him to be hooked on bowfishing. We talk about his past and current roles in State bowfishing clubs and now the BAA, how to submit record fish, his crazy 49.8 pound Big 20 average in this years Texas State Championship, and his plans moving forward.

In this Episode we are joined by AMS employees, Wendy Spaeth and Alyssa Bender. We listen to their stories about a recent Alligator hunt in Florida with Orlando Gator Hunts and Bowfishing.

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