Episode 153 features Steve Haas of Up Front Bait & Tackle discussing what it takes to keep a local tackle shop thriving in today's fishing industry. We dive into the Bass Pro debate, bunker shortages, sea bass fishing, local fishing reports, Steve's new fishing book, crabbing contests, and much more.

Joe and Kim also recap the Hybrid/Walleye Showdown, discuss current New Jersey fishing conditions, announce the heated rod giveaway winner, and preview upcoming guests including Fishing The Atlantic and Weird NJ.

Suffer For The Fish!

Dom from Fish Poison Rods joins the NJ Multi Species Podcast to discuss custom rod building, the popularity of mini rods, and what goes into creating personalized fishing equipment. Joe and Kim also cover the latest MultiSpecies Mayhem standings, Hybrid Striped Bass & Walleye Challenge updates, sea bass reports, missing bunker concerns, giant Round Valley trout, and upcoming opportunities with 8 Ball Sportfishing.

Suffer For The Fish! 🎣

Joe Santiago and Kim Sorg return after a two-week break to discuss the latest fishing reports, the annual Mayhem on The Gambler trip, and major updates from the Multi Species Mayhem Tournament.

This week's guest is Kurtis Walrath (@justlike2beoutside), a dedicated multi-species angler known for his kayak fishing adventures and passion for striped bass, trout, pike, and walleye. Kurtis shares his experiences fishing both freshwater and saltwater, explains why he prefers kayak fishing, and discusses the gear and tactics that help him consistently find success.

The episode also covers giant tilefish catches, sea bass fishing challenges, fluke season expectations, and the story behind the increasingly popular Bogan Mini Rods.

Suffer For The Fish! 🎣

Episode 150 of the NJ Multi-Species Podcast features longtime New Jersey fishing creator and forum legend Lard Almighty celebrating 15 years on YouTube.

Joe and Kim discuss the evolution of fishing content, monetization, trolls, clickbait, short form vs long form videos, and how social media has changed fishing culture over the years. Lard also explains why he refuses to monetize his channel and why keeping fishing content authentic still matters.

The episode also includes major Multi-Species Mayhem leaderboard updates, striper reports, sea bass trip announcements, tilefish reports from The Gambler, and upcoming kayak talk with Reel Yaks.

The Jersey Coast Shark Anglers join the show to discuss the history of NJ shark fishing tournaments, the shutdown of mako shark harvests, and the future of offshore shark fishing in New Jersey. Frank Ross and Rick Carroll break down thresher shark tactics, tournament culture, community outreach, and how their club supports local youth, veterans, and first responders.

Joe and Kim also recap opening day fluke fishing, trout action in Multi Species Mayhem, and upcoming offshore trips aboard The Gambler and 8 Ball Sportfishing.

In NJMSP #148, we sit down with the creator of Bass Thumb AI, a fishing app designed to help anglers improve using data-driven insights. From tracking conditions like barometric pressure and moon phase to analyzing your personal catch history, this app brings a new level of strategy to fishing.

We also cover:

NJ freshwater and saltwater fishing updates

Recent trips (pike, trout, crappie, stripers)

Multi-Species Mayhem leaderboard movement

Upcoming charters and fishing opportunities

If you're looking to level up your fishing game, this episode is packed with insights.

Episode 147 marks a major transition for the NJ Multi Species Podcast.

Chris Pereira has officially stepped away, and we welcome Kim Sorg as the new co-host—bringing a strong saltwater voice to the show.

This episode covers:

A chaotic walleye trip in storm conditions

Red-hot striper fishing reports across NJ

Early spring saltwater and freshwater updates

Multi Species Mayhem leaderboard shakeups

We’re also joined by Marcus McCauley, president of the Hackettstown High School Fishing Club, who shares how he built a thriving club, hosted a massive fishing flea market, and is helping grow the next generation of anglers.

Big changes, big fishing, and the season is just getting started.

This NJ Multi Species Podcast Special Report dives into a proposed New Jersey hunting regulation that could drastically impact crossbow use across the state.

Joined by Steve from Signal 11 Outdoors, we break down what the proposal actually means, why it could affect nearly every hunter, and how it ties into broader concerns about hunting access, regulation trends, and conservation.

If you hunt in New Jersey — or care about the future of hunting — this is a must-listen.

🗣️ Don’t forget to submit your public comments before the deadline.

Episode 146 of the NJ Multi Species Podcast features Francesca Mundrick of ReWild New Jersey and Rowan University.

We discuss rewilding, conservation, and how it impacts hunting and fishing in NJ. Topics include native vs stocked fish, habitat loss, and the growing pressure from development.

We also cover Mayhem updates, the opening of the saltwater division, bowfishing discussions, and upcoming trips.

Spring fishing is starting to turn on in New Jersey, and we’re breaking it all down in Episode 145.

Joe and Chris talk recent trips, switching from bait to lures, aggressive cold-water bass, and the latest Multi Species Mayhem standings. Plus, the saltwater division is officially open.

We’re joined by Chris Lido from The Gambler to discuss party boat fishing, sea bass regulations, Mayhem on The Gambler, and upcoming trips including tilefish and tuna.

We also debate NJ’s trout stocking changes and what it means for opening day traditions.