Marsh has been in Japan for almost a month since recording this show, but you know he had to jump on before leaving. We recap his October trip to Japan, what he’s been up to since last July, and everything he planned and prepped for this latest visit. We also touch on a few Japanese traditions that some in the U.S. might find unusual. But as a visitor, it’s all about respecting the culture and showing appreciation for friends who welcome you into their world.

Marshall’s socials:

IG: thehomelessfisherman

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thehomelessfisherman?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Getting to speak with someone who shares my love and passion for bowfin (dogfish) is always a pleasant surprise. Hunter joins me on this episode as we discuss his introduction to bass fishing, his quick entry into swimbait fishing, and how he’s found success with it while also learning more about the waters he fishes. On top of that, we dive into his history of competing in the tournament bass scene.

He shares a few personal stories that really highlight why he’s fallen in love with fishing and what drives him to keep pushing forward. I have a feeling Hunter has some crazy good stuff in store for 2025, and I’m excited to see what he does.

Hunters social's:

IG:hahernandezfishing

It seems like the next big thing in the swimbait scene is starting to hatch. Snook fishing—and saltwater or brackish water swimbait fishing in general—has been taking off over the past 3-4 years. Anthony has been a part of this movement since almost the beginning, and he hasn’t let up since, helping to mainstream the snook swimbait fishing scene in Florida.

From spillway fishing to canal fishing and even flats fishing, he shares his insights with us. Snook has quickly jumped to the top of my list of things I need to do ASAP. Swimbaiting for bass is cool, but this is the kind of episode you need to hear—the crazy stuff we’re missing out on in most other states.

For the first time in what feels like forever, we have a Washington State angler on the show! Mike joins us to talk about his entry into the swimbait scene and how he isn’t afraid to fall back on conventional tactics when the situation calls for it. He also shares the story of his crazy experience last season, landing a handful of truly memorable fish—all within a very short time window.

Mike's socials:

IG: wabass83

What do you call a 6.5-inch, 2.5oz mutant-looking crawfish? I call it the dweller.

Callum joins the show to share the story behind the dweller and dweller jr., diving deep into why these abnormally large crawfish profiles can trigger bites from otherwise tight-lipped fish. He also gives us an early look at what to expect from the tetre—a soft glide bait featuring a beast hook system that’s sure to turn heads once it drops.

Callums socials:

IG: Cavetownbaits

It’s been way too long since my good friend Kyle from Throwback Baits has been on SNT. Kyle was one of the first builders we interviewed back in 2022. Fast forward nearly three years, and his growth has been remarkable. We talk about the upcoming Wake Walker Lite bait, their new soft bait, and he even hints at a few other projects in the works! I hope to see you guys at the TB Event in June—it’s going to be an amazing time put on by some great folks.

Throwback's socials:

IG: ThrowbackBaits

Site: www.Throwbaitbaits.com

It's not often I get to talk with someone who got to experience the California crawfish fishing era along with the trout swimbait era. Jason had gotten to expect them both, while not at the peak of crawfish soaking it still was a crazy time. Jason also dives into the stories of his five biggest fish and his PB at 16.25 pounds.

Jason's socials:

IG: jay_saberon

YT: Fishing with Jay

It's always special when I have a guest who is just as passionate about capturing trips with their camera while also fishing big baits. It's a relationship many don’t dive into much, but when I have the chance to speak with someone who geeks out over media as much as I do, I take full advantage of the episode. Garritt has a different spin on filming than most, ditching the newest and clearest cameras for one your mom probably used to film your family vacations. Being heavily influenced by skate culture, it makes a lot of sense—and the fact that he found swimbait fishing makes it even cooler.

Garritts socials:

IG: thereeloffortune

YT: The Reel Of Fortune

Have you ever met a builder with a more fitting last name? Konnor Kraft is the man behind Hand Krafted Baits. Konnor and I talked about what it was like growing up in the Great White North, battling harsh winters while trying to become more familiar with bass fishing at a young age. We discussed how he got into carving and his journey as a painter. I also asked if we can ever expect resin baits from his company, and his response was pretty funny.

Konnor's socials:

IG: hand_krafted_baits

Site:www.handkraftedbaits.com

Join Caleb and me as he breaks down the entire lineup of baits York Cast Co offers. He shares recommendations on hooks, split rings, and line to use for each bait, along with stories about the R&D they've been doing. Caleb also discusses how his fishing style has evolved since getting into big baits and how being both a builder and an angler is a significant advantage in this scene. Be sure to watch or listen until the end, where Caleb unboxes the first-ever glide bait they made.

Caleb's socials:

IG: Yorkcasting_co

YT: York Casting TV

Site: yorkcasting.com