This show is nuts! We are talking about some things we are specifically focusing on for 2026. Discussing some unpopular fishing opinions. Plus a LIVE live well segment where we take YOUR questions! Recorded Live on location at Nathan Bill's in Springfield MA!

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💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

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Awesome show this week guys, DESPITE some technical difficulties we got a HEATER for ya this week! Line choice is quite literally your connextion to the bait you hope a fish will bite, are you making the right choice for the lure you are presenting? In the live well, we cover choosing the right kayak for YOU, spinnerbait selection when and where we thrown them, and we talk about Taku Ito's method of literally marinating plastics in scent for the most bites... fact, fiction or otherwise?

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MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

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💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

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So sorry the show is late this week! Note that I did update the ticket info to reflect Fishy Trivia online for Friday 1/23!

Tickets for the 300th Celebration Live/Stream Event

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Lodging Suggestion Links:

UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

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🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

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Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

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💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

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This week we have a little call to action for the J&B audience to get you thinking about how to stop being stubborn; and start fishing with intention. Our good friend "Wild Bill" has gotten back into the game and we are hearing the rumblings of what may be a bit of a revolution happening in the Hookset Hoodlums camp. Always excited to see what the OG J&B fam has been up to, love all our HH Brothers and Sisters... and here's to a fantastic 2026! We got so much good stuff in this week from listeners coast to coast as well! Live Well and FTG segments are both AWESOME!

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UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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You've seen that music video of a VT based rapper calling out Bass Pro Hat wearing posers! Well, that guy is Flywlkr AKA Flizzy, AKA Fly... and we have him in the beef seat talking fishing, music, New England life and more! Plus, is that one bait you lean on when the bite is tough more of a security blanket than a secret weapon? Find out how to turn your day around and what real confidence can do for you!

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Lodging Suggestion Links:

UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 $5 off of $30 or more at Dark Horse Tackle with code “JNB5” at checkout!

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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This week we discuss some newly reported information regarding a 50 year old state record; that turns out was a LIE! Plus, Bailey Eigbrett from Serious Angler Podcast joins BRB in the Beef Seat this week. Also, in Just The Tip; we discuss how electronics don't actually catch fish, it's your decisions that matter! What are the differences that apply to tournament anglers vs everyday fishing enthusiasts?

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Lodging Suggestion Links:

UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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Ice fishing tips?!?!?

Yeah, we know. We did some research and compiled some tips for where to set up, some great strategies, and of course SAFETY!

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Lodging Suggestion Links:

UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 $5 off of $30 or more at Dark Horse Tackle with code “JNB5” at checkout!

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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Tickets for the 300th Celebration Live/Stream Event

(You need a ticket to win giveaway prizes!)

https://m.bpt.me/event/6733300

Lodging Suggestion Links:

UPPER–TIER OPTIONS
MGM Springfield
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $125–$180+
• https://mgmspringfield.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Marriott Springfield Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10 min
• Rates: $135–$200+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlms-marriott-springfield-downtown/overview/
MID–TIER OPTIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
• 3 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $120–$190+
• https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sfysdhx-hampton-suites-springfield-downtown/
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown
• 2.5–3 miles / ~8–10 min
• Rates: $110–$160+
• https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/springfield/spfez/hoteldetail
BUDGET OPTIONS
La Quinta Inn & Suites Springfield
• 3.5 miles / ~10–12 min
• Rates: $110–$150+
* https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/springfield-massachusetts/la-quinta-springfield-ma/overview
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
• 6–7 miles / ~15–18 min
• Rates: $120–$170+
• https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/bdlcw-courtyard-west-springfield/overview/
Red Roof Inn Enfield CT (Lowest Rates)
• 10-12 miles/ ~20 min
• Lowest Rates (as low as $75)
• https://www.redroof.com/property/ct/enfield/rri105?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 $5 off of $30 or more at Dark Horse Tackle with code “JNB5” at checkout!

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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We’re getting dangerously close to Episode 300, so this week we’re pulling the curtain back on the realities of being a fishing content creator. Thinking about hitting record on your first YouTube video? We’ve got tips to help you get started without overthinking, overspending, or over-complicating the whole damn thing.

Then we’re getting a little reflective — almost 300 episodes deep and still swimming. We’re talking unexpected challenges, surprising wins, and what it actually takes to keep showing up week after week without turning into a burnt-out husk babbling about shaky heads and thermoclines in a dark room.

It's honest, it’s helpful, it’s ridiculous — in other words: classic Jigs & Bigs.

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Consider supporting the show by using the links below, as always; share this show with your fishy friends!

Online 🏆 series, 👕 🧢 & more!

https://www.jigsandbigs.com

🎧 to the podcast on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/show/5SUDfILeZLzptlxBmTwlVw?si=iEEHLO_cRxKSO24R22kszQ

Frostbuddy Universal Can 🧊 🥶:

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💰 $5 off of $30 or more at Dark Horse Tackle with code “JNB5” at checkout!

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💰 10% off your order at Ark Rods! Use code “JIGSANDBIGS” at checkout!

https://arkrods.com/?dt_id=2466796

💰15% off your first order at Omnia Fishing using code “JIGS&BIGSFIRST” at checkout!

https://www.omniafishing.com

🧊 🥶 🎣 😗 Upgrade your fish whistle game with $20 off your order at Chill Steel Pipes! Dual wall steel insulated fish whistle, yes please! Use code “jigsandbigs” at checkout!

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This week we’re teaching you how to fish slower than a DMV line in February — without losing your mind — AND we’re exposing a wild fact about your electronics: they’re not paying into conservation like the rest of your gear. Yup… things are about to get interesting!

Winter is here, and if you’re still fishing like it’s July, you’re doing it wrong. This week, the guys break down how to slow your presentations way, WAY down without going insane. We’re talking winter pacing, mental hacks, lure choices, and how to keep yourself from turning into a human popsicle out there.

Then we get spicy: turns out your fish finder doesn’t pay into the conservation excise tax system like rods, reels, and tackle do. Yup — electronics skate right around that Pittman-Robertson/Dingell-Johnson share-the-love arrangement. We talk about why, what it means, whether it should change, and how it affects the resource we all depend on.

Add in some laughs, rambling, questionable wisdom, and you’ve got yourself a textbook Jigs & Bigs episode.

Tickets for the 300th Celebration Live/Stream Event

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