On today's episode are joined by our good friend, kayak tournament angler, fellow podcast host, and Youtuber, Bailey Eigbrett. And this one gets interesting, because we both bring 5 of our bass fishing "hot takes" to the table, to discuss a wide array of topics. Will you agree or disagree with our opinions? Find out on today's episode!

Today's episode is ALL ABOUT JERKBAITS. Specifically, what you REALLY need to focus on when jerkbait fishing to increase your chances of getting bit. And what I think IS and ISN'T important… might surprise you.

On today's episode of Tackle Talk we have a G-G-G-Giant guest… as our friend, the one and only Dave Mercer stops by the show, and no topic is off limits. We talk the overall state of bass fishing today from all angles.. tournaments, fishing gear, opportunities, and attitude. We also talk about underwater video footage of both largemouth and smallmouth, we chat about the 2025 elite season, Dave's favorite fishing gear, and more!

Today we welcome on Fisheries Research Scientist at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Colin Dassow! We chat with Colin about three separate research projects he's been apart of recently, that take a critical look at the common characteristics of lakes with trophy bass potential, a shocking hook avoidance study, and the tendencies and co-mingling of pike and musky.

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On today's episode: We take a look at THREE brand new baits that just hit store shelves along with our personal on the water experience with each, we have some interesting industry news involving a few major tackle retailers, and one of the young guns in pro fishing wins a Half a Million dollars in a no-scope tournament.

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On today's episode, we welcome on Research Scientist Ryan Henry. We get to sit down with Ryan and chat about some of his recent research projects, including the impacts on new technology on our fisheries, preserving potential record breaking fish the RIGHT WAY, protecting bass populations from natural disasters, and more!

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On today's episode: We take a look at two new baits from Berkley, a man catches a state record smallmouth in the northeast with a pretty shocking twist, we talk mono vs fluoro for jerkbaits, and more!

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On today's episode, we discuss which is worse: losing a big fish right at the boat or getting skunked all day long. We also talk about Hobie being purchased by Bass Pro Shops, an underrated pond lure, whether or not to add technology to your kayak, backpack bags, tiny boats builds, the weirdest things we've ever hooked, and more!

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On today's episode: We discuss whether or not to peg your Texas Rig, we talk about a very cool (but expensive) life jacket, we analyze a new study out about an invasive species in a very popular smallmouth fishery and what we can learn from it, and we talk some old school Rapala jerk baits!

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