Live from the Minnesota Muskie Expo, Brad Hoppe and three guides answer listener questions on topwater tactics, rubber baits, swim baits, sucker rigs, tackle storage, and how to adapt when the bite gets tough. They share gear tips, presentation tricks, and memorable fishing stories from the season.

The show also touches on changing season openers, upcoming Wisconsin Muskie Expo dates, and how to contact the guides for trips and more information.

In this episode the hosts preview the Minnesota Muskie Expo, share updates from Team Rhino Outdoors and Musky Mayhem Tackle, and announce a live recording at the show. They welcome guest Dave Brown (formerly of Keyes Outdoors) for an in-depth conversation about musky fishing, river tactics, bait work, and industry hot topics like forward-facing sonar, stocking, and social media and pro-staff dynamics.

The episode blends practical tips for breaking down new waters, river fishing strategies, and bait choices with candid opinions about technology, pressure on fisheries, and the future of the sport.

Live from the Milwaukee Muskie Expo, hosts and guest guides trade wild fishing and boat stories, including solo big-fish boatings and hand-lined river muskies.

The episode covers river vs. lake guiding styles, tech and flow effects on musky, the social media impact on the sport, and personal goals for 2026.

Listeners are reminded about the Minnesota Muskie Expo (Feb 27–Mar 1 at Canterbury Park, in Shakopee MN) and encouraged to stop by for more stories and gear talk.

Welcome to a pre‑Milwaukee Muskie Expo episode of Back Lash Podcast — Jeff and Brad catch up on the shop being slammed, last‑minute show prep, and upcoming expo dates in West Bend and Shakopee.

They discuss new Rig Boss arrivals, glide bait vs. rubber tactics, leader recommendations, live podcast details from the Milwaukee show, and what to expect at the Minnesota Muskie Expo.

Jesse Karau of Slime & Slay Outdoors joins the Back Lash Podcast to share his Northwoods musky adventures, season highlights (including a 48-inch fish), and the family roots that shaped his fishing career.

We cover tactics for windy and winter conditions, topwater and bucktail strategies, the M13 big-blade bait, solo-fishing tips, and where to find gear and content.

This episode announces the sale of Musky Mayhem Tackle, Chaos Tackle, and Musky Innovations to Paul Check, who discusses his background, plans, and the transition process.

Hosts and former owners address rumors about production and big-box plans, explain timelines for inventory and staffing moves, and share reflections, thanks, and upcoming show appearances.

Live from the Chicago Muskie Expo, three top guides—DJ Chupita, Phil Bauerly  and Spencer Berman—share their favorite 2025 fishing stories, discuss moon and weather effects, and explain how they pick spots and adapt through the season.

They cover practical tips on pattern switching, water clarity, electronics, guiding mindset, destination picks, and why they keep chasing muskies year after year.

Jeff and Brad talk with guide Chase Gibson about his 2025 season guiding in West Virginia and Minnesota, bait modifications and techniques (including the "dyin' dawg," chaos weights, glide baits and top waters), Ohio stocking and population notes, and why big northern muskies respond to certain presentations.

They also preview Muskie Expo logistics and special booth gear, and share how to contact Chase for guiding trips in WV or MN.

This is our Happy New Year episode covering Team Rhino updates, new MuskyMayhem releases (including the Reactor and M10), and show plans for the season.

Guest guide Steve Genson shares top baits from 2025, moon-phase insights, fishing tactics, and tips for catching musky.

This final 2025 episode of Back Lash Podcast features guide Taylor Flannery discussing a career-best season, bait patterns, and why auto-charting and mapping changed his game.

Jeff and Brad share holiday sale details for Team Rhino Outdoors and Musky Mayhem Tackle, offer offseason tips, discuss show plans and booking for 2026, and reflect on a season of gratitude.