Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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| Ep. 375 - An Honest 2-YEAR Review Of The CRESCENT SHOALIE (Kayak Review) | 10 Nov 2026 | 00:48:15 | |
LINK to our Crescent Shoalie Walkthrough Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6Ac-VfOSDA . On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker, we have an in depth review on the kayak that I have put almost 2 years or time in with: the Crescent Shoalie! So in true Tackle Talk fashion we will talk about the good AND bad, and give you a completely honest take on one of the most popular small water kayaks of the last few years. . Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKNOVEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotafishing.com | |||
| Ep. 374 - Matt Robertson is a MILLIONAIRE, The Bowfishing Debate, Fishing Around Bait Balls, And More! | 03 Nov 2026 | 00:47:23 | |
On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKNOVEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotafishing.com | |||
| Ep. 373 - HALLOWEEN SPOOK-TACULAR w/ MIKE IACONELLI (Spook / Walking Bait Tips) | 27 Oct 2026 | 01:22:13 | |
Ladies and gentlemen we have a treat for you today! It is Halloween week, and we're celebrating with a very special SPOOKY episode of the Tackle Talk Podcast, as we are joined by the one and only Mike Iaconelli… to talk about… spooks! We cover anything and everything walking baits today, including how to fish them, cadences, gear choices, seasons, sneaky tips and more! . Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKOCTOBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 372 - R.I.P. Omnia Fishing, Two Baits I Just Can't Put Down, Jeremy Wade Is Back, Palming Your Reel, Swapping Terminal, and More! | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:53:05 | |
On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKOCTOBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 371 - Full Review: Cashion Element Z2 Rods (Plus: The Big Minn Kota News, Mono Backing, CRAZY Tournament Payouts, And More!) | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:50:28 | |
LINK TO EXACT ROD FROM TODAY'S REVIEW: https://rodlocker.com/products/cashion-rods-element-z2-series-casting-rod-worm-jig-73-medium-heavy-ez2w73mhf . On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKOCTOBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 370 - MLF Fish Kill, A Reel Company Goes Out of Business, The Fishing Topics/Subjects We're Tired of Hearing About, And More! | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:48:57 | |
On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 369 - Better FALL FISHING In Under 10 Minutes, Tackle Storage Showdown, Megabass Levante Rods, Spook Tips, and More! | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:51:17 | |
Amazon Link to the Flambeau 5007 Storage Boxes we discuss! https://amzn.to/4hwF54t . On today's episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 368 - 3 UNDERRATED Lures, Our LEAST Favorite Rod Brands, And More! | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:44:09 | |
On todays mailbag episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 367 - MAILBAG: Kayak Setups, Vintage Lures, Topwater Water Temps, and More! | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:34:50 | |
On todays mailbag episode presented by The Rod Locker:
. Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER . Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 366 - BONUS EPISODE: 'Shop Talk' with BRIAN DOLNE | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:58:02 | |
Welcome to a very special bonus episode of the Tackle Talk Podcast, as we bring you our first ever "Shop Talk" episode with Brian Dolne of The Rod Locker. . Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 365 - Special Guest: MLF BPT Angler of the Year ZACK BIRGE Drops Some Bladed Jig Juice! | 08 Sep 2026 | 01:13:16 | |
Ladies and gentlemen on today's episode we have a very special guest, as we are joined by the reigning 2026 Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Anger of the Year, Zack Birge! We chat with Zack not just about his incredible year this year on both the MLF BPT and NPFL circuits, but we spend a ton of time talking about THE bait that got it done for him all year long… the bladed jig! . Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep 364 - SNEAKY Fall Transition Baits, Falling Urchin Demand, Bassmaster AOY and St. Lawrence Recap, and More! | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:35:28 | |
On todays episode presented by The Rod Locker:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKSEPTEMBER
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com
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| Ep. 363 - Abu Garcia VoltIQ Full Review, Our Favorite Soft Plastic Craws, Lure Weights, Frogging Setups, and More! | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:57:59 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAUGUST
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 362 - SHOT With An ARROW While Fishing?! Schmitt Wins Champlain, RIP Dakota Lithium, And More! | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:56:10 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAUGUST
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 361 - Choosing The RIGHT CHATTERBAIT! (Breaking Down Our TOP 5 Z-Man Chatterbaits) | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:52:24 | |
On this week's episode of Tackle Talk:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAUGUST
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 360 - Overrated/Underrated, River Fishing, The YouTube Landscape, and More! (With Special Guest: ALEX RUDD) | 04 Aug 2026 | 01:22:48 | |
On today's episode with our friend Alex Rudd:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://www.rodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAUGUST
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | https://www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | https://www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 359 - Top 5 Tips for Wading SMALL CREEKS, Top Summer Pond Baits, Switching out Treble Hooks, and More! | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:45:37 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJULY
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 358 - THE 2026 ICAST EPISODE | 21 Jul 2026 | 03:00:21 | |
Ladies and gentlemen… it's here! Our annual ICAST episode. Buckle up for a full, sincere, comprehensive look at everything we saw at ICAST 2026. The good, the bad, the ugly, the exciting, the disappointing, the cheap, the expensive, the original, the unoriginal, all of that and more!
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| Ep. 357 - Tackle Organization, Skunk Patterns, FluxJet Kayaks, Baits for Weeds, and More (Mailbag Episode!) | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:42:59 | |
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| Ep. 356 - ICAST Spoilers and Leaks, Our Biggest Weaknesses as Anglers, Hybridization, and More! | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:58:05 | |
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| Ep. 355 - Ark Gravity BFS Avid Review, Coike Fatigue, Best Summer Largemouth Baits, and More! | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:03:40 | |
We're back!! Fresh off of our latest mini series, we are now back to our regularly scheduled programming and boy do we have a lot to cover. The fishing world has gone completely crazy for coike's and I can't wait for it to end, we have a review on the brand new Ark Gravity BFS Avid reel, we tackle the best summertime largemouth baits in this week's Fishing Poll, and we open up The Mailbag to answer some of YOUR overdue fishing questions.
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/ | |||
| Ep. 354 - The Big Four: Episode 4 - Pure Fishing w/ Nathan Ragsdale (Senior Project Manager) & Mark Sexton (Director of Fish Science & Testing) | 23 Jun 2026 | 01:24:27 | |
Welcome to episode four of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guests are Senior Project Manager of Freshwater Bait at Pure Fishing Nathan Ragsdale and Director of Fish Science and Testing at Pure Fishing Mark Sexton. To learn more about Pure Fishing, visit https://www.purefishing.com/pages/pure-fishing-brands
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/ | |||
| Ep. 353 - The Big Four: Episode 3 - PRADCO Outdoor Brands w/ Chad Warner (Vice President of Brand Management) | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:58:44 | |
Welcome to episode three of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the Vice President of Brand Management at PRADCO Outdoor Brands, Mr. Chad Warner. To learn more about PRADCO Outdoor Brands, visit https://www.pradcooutdoorbrands.com/fishing-brands/
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/ | |||
| Ep. 352 - The Big Four: Episode 2 - Rapala/VMC w/ Travis Tuma (President of Rapala/VMC USA) | 09 Jun 2026 | 01:01:45 | |
Welcome to episode two of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the President of Rapala/VMC USA, Mr. Travis Tuma. To learn more about Rapala/VMC, visit https://www.rapala.com/us_en/rapala
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/ | |||
| Ep. 351 - The Big Four: Episode 1 - GSM Outdoors w/ Crispin Powley (Sr. Vice President of Fishing) | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:20:05 | |
Welcome to episode one of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the Senior Vice President of Fishing at GSM Outdoors, Mr. Crispin Powley. To learn more about GSM Outdoors, visit https://www.gsmoutdoors.com/our-brands/
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/ Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/ Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/ | |||
| Ep. 350 - MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: Unveiling Our Next 4-Part Mini Series! | 26 May 2026 | 00:25:45 | |
We have a very special episode for you today, as we unveil a project that we've been working on for months and is finally set to release next week: the next 4-part mini series produced by the Tackle Talk Podcast! In addition to giving you the full scoop on what you can expect from Tackle Talk over the next four weeks we'll also recap MLF's Heavy Hitters and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 349 - Giant 32 Inch Worms, State Records, Prayers Needed, Casting vs Spinning for Poppers, and more! | 19 May 2026 | 00:37:17 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 348 - SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Featuring TONS of Great Small Tackle Companies! | 12 May 2026 | 00:57:30 | |
· Ladies and gentlemen On today's episode, we're going to talk about a TON of small tackle companies, many of which are very humble mom and pop, family owned operations that YOU ALL suggested! So we'll do a little digging on their websites and highlight some awesome products these companies are making, and show some love to the little guys making awesome tackle. We also have Bassmaster Elite Series results from Lake Murray, we've got a product teaser from Newport, we've got we answer your questions about sub $200 rods, chatter bait differences, color choice and so much more!
Big Joshy Swimbaits - https://bigjoshyswimbaits-com.3dcartstores.com/ Bullshad Swimbaits - https://bullshad.com/ Great Lakes Finesse - https://www.greatlakesfinesse.com/ Bizzbaits - https://bizzbaits.com/ Dirty Jigs - https://thefishingfactory.com/ Wambaits - https://wambaits-canada.myshopify.com/en-us Go 2 Bait Company - https://www.go2bait.com/ 4d Baits - https://www.4dbaits.com/ Ned Wacky Baits - https://nedwacky.com/ Jeff's Jigs - https://greatcanadianfishingstore.com/collections/jeffs-jigs?srsltid=AfmBOopZroEaLdfmjQe4mgauIMX8PqvjeF50cMnWzSkvIVOP0LRBaC6L Henry Barber Swimbaits - https://henrybarberfishing.com/ HH Custom Baits - https://www.hhcustombaitsllc.com/ Sick Custom Spinnerbaits - https://sickcustombaits.com/ Keystone Tackle - https://keystonetackle.com/ Swampro Lures - https://www.swamprolures.com/ Mimic Baits Company - https://www.mimicbaitshandpoured.com/ Moondog Bait Company - https://moondogbaitco.com/ Secret Lures - https://www.secretlures.com/ Magnum Baits - https://magnumbaits.com/ BassReaper Bait Co. - https://bassreaperbaitco.com/ Limestone Lures - https://www.limestonelures.ca/ Tactical Fishing Company - https://tacticalfishingco.com/ Jewel Bait Company - https://jewelbait.com/ Mule Fishing - https://www.mulefishing.com/ Creek Life Lure Co. - https://creeklifelureco.com/ Jade's Jigs - https://jadesjigs.com/ J Bro's Lures - https://www.jbroslures.com/
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com
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| Ep. 347 - What's Going On With TUNGSTEN?! Plus: The Most OVERRATED Bait Companies, Wading in Gross Water, and more! | 05 May 2026 | 00:47:13 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 346 - Great AMAZON Fishing Accessories, Evergreen's New BACKSLIDING Craw, Multispecies Fishing, and More! | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:58:22 | |
On today's episode:
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| Ep. 345 - The WORST Fishing Lines, A New Reel From ARK, REDCREST Recap, Megabass Vision 110+2 Jr., and More! | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:51:14 | |
On today's episode:
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 344 - Our Favorite NED RIG WORMS, Top 3 JERKBAITS, An MLF Video Game, and An Exciting New Reel from.. ABU GARCIA? | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:51:50 | |
On today's episode: Abu Garcia teases a new reel that seems a little off brand (in a good way), we talk about our favorite Ned Rig soft plastic worms, Major League Fishing announces a new.. video game? And we talk about our top 3 favorite jerkbaits, castable sonar pods, chatterbait tips, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 343 - An INSANE DEAL On A Very Popular SHIMANO Rod, Scent vs. No Scent, Rod And Reel Cleaning, Budget Musky Setups, and More! | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:40:52 | |
Today we have a killer show that ends with a KILLER deal, on one of the best selling rods of the last 5-10 years! It's a deal so good, you have to do a double take, but I promise, it's real. We also tackle the topic of scented soft plastics in this week's fishing poll, and in the mailbag we discuss rod and reel cleaning, the Tatula X vs Shimano SLX XT, budget musky setups, and more!
LINK TO ARDENT REEL CLEANING KIT: https://amzn.to/41hC14E
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 342 - The BEST COLORS By Brand, Wheeler and Christie Victories, Price Increases, And More! | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:51:30 | |
On today's episode, we talk about some of our favorite unique lure colors from various manufacturers, we have Bassmaster and Major League Fishing results, we discuss our current tackle buying habits amid the myriad of price increases, and in the Mailbag we talk spooking fish, round bait casters, motors vs sonar, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 341 - Tips for BED FISHING and NEW GEAR from Great Lakes Finesse, Sixth Sense, Megabits, Newport Vessels, and more! | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:45:56 | |
On today's episode we talk BED FISHING. It's almost spawn time (here in the Midwest) so it's a great time to go over 5 tips to improve your bed fishing success. Then the Fishing Poll today, staying on theme, we ask you what your favorite bed fishing bait is. We also have NEW gear from Great Lakes Finesse, 6th Sense Fishing, Megabass, Newport Vessels, and more. And in The Mailbag we answer your questions about springtime transition areas, pond fishing, the Hydrowave, lure issues, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 340 - 2026 BASSMASTER CLASSIC RECAP! | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:52:58 | |
Ladies and gentlemen, LIVE from a hotel room at 2am in Knoxville, Tennessee (with nothing but my laptop's microphone), we are going to bring you a brief recap and everything you need to know about the 2026 Bassmaster Classic.
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 339 - Bassmaster Classic Preview w/ Special Guest: RONNIE MOORE | 10 Mar 2026 | 01:02:51 | |
Ladies and gentlemen, it's classic week! In a mere 3 days, the 2026 Bassmaster Classic will kick off at the Tennessee River in Knoxville, and someone's life will change forever. So, it only seems right that we give you a proper preview of the biggest weekend in bass fishing. And to do that, we have enlisted the help of Bassmaster's own Ronnie Moore. So today, we will dive into some classic memories, a Tennessee River overview, predictions, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH
Additional support provided by: Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 338 - PRESPAWN 101, Bass Pro Shops Spring Sale, Fluorocarbon Choice for Squarebills, and More! | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:49:55 | |
On today's episode we talk PRESPAWN! We talk about what's actually going on in the prespawn, where to target, what baits to throw, and what baits NOT to throw. We also discuss a look at what size fluorocarbon to use for squarebill crankbaits, Bass Pro Shops announces their annual Spring Fishing Classic deals, and we answer your questions about two-piece rods, pond structure, affordable sunglasses, and budget rod recommendations, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKMARCH Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com
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| Ep. 337 - The MOST UNDERRATED Spinning Reel, Takahiro Omori's Big WIN, Learning Fish Behavior From Live Sonar, And More! | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:46:43 | |
Today we have a 'reel' great episode for you… because we're talking fishing reels. Specifically, I'm going to give you my pick for THE MOST UNDERRATED spinning reel on the market. Then, in the Fishing Poll, you tell us who your favorite spinning reel manufacturer is.. but there's a catch. And in the Mailbag we answer questions about learning lessons from live sonar even if you don't use it personally, Abu Garcia, changing your old fishing line and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKFEBRUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 336 - BASS on CREATINE, Prespawn Baits, Our LEAST Confident Techniques, and More! | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:46:56 | |
On today's episode: A study examines the effects of CREATINE supplementation in largemouth bass, we talk about the lure that you are LEAST confident in, the Bassmaster Elite Series wraps up their second event of the season at Lake Martin, and we get into some great topics in the mailbag including soft plastic brands, prespawn bait choice, bladed jigs, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKFEBRUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 335 - Hank Cherry Wins on a GRUB, New MEGABASS Releases, Your Favorite Anglers, and More! | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:54:19 | |
On today's episode: Megabass announces their new 2026 products, the Bassmaster Elite Series is back, we have a little Columbus Fishing Expo recap, we get to see who your favorite anglers are, and in the mailbag we tackle some great topics including swimbaits being scams, $100 baitcasers, value gear, hibernating crawfish, and more!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKFEBRUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 334 - Shaking Up The Tackle Storage Industry! (Special Guest: SlotTech / Campbell Coyle) | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:42:14 | |
On today's episode we are joined by a gentleman you've probably not familiar with… yet. But that's going to change very soon. Today we talk with a young entrepreneur with a very cool solution to your hard bait storage headaches, as we sit down with the founder of SlotTech Campbell Coyle. This young man is positioning himself to single-handedly turn the tackle storage space on it's head, and we have the pleasure of being his first full interview.
SlotTech Website: www.c-2fishing.com (Launches Thursday, February 5)
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKFEBRUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 333 - EAST TENNESSEE FISHING SHOW Recap! Plus: Potomac River Emergency, Which Hand to Reel With, and More! | 27 Jan 2026 | 01:05:24 | |
On today's episode we have a our recap of our first ever visit to the famous East Tennessee Fishing Show, a pipeline has collapsed and is dumps millions of gallons of raw sewage into one of the nation's biggest rivers, we debate and discuss which hand you should reel with on a spinning and casting setup, and as always we dive into some fun mailbag topics.
National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com USE CODE: TACKETALK26 at checkout to save money on your tickets!
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 332 - RAPID FIRE Topics, High End vs. Budget Gear, Remembering Dion Hibdon, and More! | 20 Jan 2026 | 01:02:12 | |
On today's episode: Pro tournaments are officially back, the fishing world says goodbye to a past Bassmaster Classic champion, we hit a TON of topics in today's rapid fire segment, we talk high end vs budget gear in the fishing poll, and we answer questions about dropshots, YakAttack products, and more!
National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com | |||
| Ep. 331 - NEW Shimano Gear, Fluke Tips w/ MATT BECKER, EWG vs. Round Bend Hooks, Budget Rods, and More! | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:57:49 | |
On today's episode we have some big new gear announcements from Shimano, we talk flukes with 2023 MLF Angler of the Year Matt Becker, we debate the merits of Round Bend vs. EWG worm hooks, and we tackle YOUR questions about budget rods, beginner electronics, our favorite glide baits and more in this week's mailbag.
National Fishing Expos - Columbus Show Information: https://www.nationalfishingexpos.com
Tackle Talk is presented by: The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJANUARY to save! Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com Humminbird | www.humminbird.com Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com
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| Ep. 330 - Our NEW 2026 Sponsors, Fuzzy Baits, Arkansas Legacy Lunker Program, and More! | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:37:25 | |
On today's episode we get to announce our BRAND NEW partnerships for 2026, we have some awesome news coming out of Arkansas as they try to beef up their trophy fishing potential, we ask you about your experience with 'fuzzy baits' so far, and we crack open the mailbag! | |||
| Ep. 329 - 2026 New Years Resolutions For Anglers! | 30 Dec 2025 | 00:45:33 | |
On today's episode, back by popular demand, we have our SEVENTH annual New Years Resolutions episode! In this episode we recap the past six years of resolutions, and give you FIVE BRAND NEW resolutions for 2026. | |||
| Ep. 328 - What Happened to American Legacy Fishing? ...And What's Next? W/ BRIAN DOLNE | 23 Dec 2025 | 01:09:26 | |
On today's episode we are joined by our friend, and former Vice President of American Legacy Fishing Brian Dolne for a completely candid, honest conversation about the closure of ALF. We discuss the timeline of the last few months, important updates for those with outstanding orders/points/memberships, and the silver lining that has everyone very excited for the future. | |||
| Ep. 327 - The Importance of FLASH, Neko Tips with Easton Fothergill, Bassmaster vs MLF vs NPFL, Winter Fishing Tips, and More! | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:29:14 | |
On today's episode take a hard look at when and why the FLASH of your lure matters, we discuss the single most important feature of a Neko Rig with some help from elite series pro Easton Fothergill, we get to see who is YOUR favorite pro fishing league right now, and we discuss the importance of vertical vs horizontal action and drawing power in the winter. Link to Bass After Dark Episode: https://www.youtube.com/live/bZUf7H9fb_4?si=Ic0PHsg-mURvP94i | |||
| Ep. 326 - Black Friday Purchases, Pro Tip w/ Drew Gill, Kayak Stability and Basic Electronics, Swimmy Award Update, and More! | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:32:36 | |
Today we have a full recap of what ended up at my door once the dust (and my credit card activity) settled after all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, we have a brand new segment called the Tackle Talk Pro Tip featuring one of the most impressive professional anglers on tour today, we answer your questions about kayak stability and reading basic electronics, and we have an update on the annual Swimmy Awards. | |||