Ep. 307 - Morning vs. Evening Topwater, Price Increases Are Coming, Record Breaking Tournaments and More!
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
Release Date: 08/12/2025
Ep. 322 - BONUS: An Important Update On American Legacy Fishing
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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Ep. 321 - Bass Fishing HOT TAKES With BAILEY EIGBRETT
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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!
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Ep. 320 - My Best JERKBAIT Tips and Secrets!
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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.
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Ep. 319 - DAVE MERCER Returns! (The State of Bass Fishing, 2025 Elite Series Season, Underwater Videography, and More!)
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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!
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Ep. 318 - NEW STUDIES: What To Look For in a Trophy Bass Lake, Hook Avoidance, and More! (With Researcher Colin Dassow)
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com
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Ep. 317 - The BEST New Berkley Bait? (3 MORE New Baits)
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)
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Ep. 316 - FFS (Forward Facing Sonar) Catch Rate Study w/ Researcher Ryan Henry
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)
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Ep. 315 - Someone ATE a State Record, Fluoro vs Mono for Jerkbaits, New Berkley Baits, and More!
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)
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Ep. 314 - Bass Pro Shops Buys Hobie, Weirdest Catches, An Underrated Pond Lure, Adding Tech To Your Kayak, and More!
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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! LINK TO AMAZON MARCHWAY 20L DRYBAG: Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)
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Ep. 313 - Should You Peg Your Texas Rigs, Rapala Jerkbaits, Invasive Species, and More!
Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast
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! LINK TO MUSTANG ELITE 120 LIFE JACKET: Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)
info_outlineOn today’s episode we talk morning vs evening topwater bites, we have fresh Major League Fishing and Bassmaster recaps, we discuss some big price increases (some that have already hit and some that are coming), and we answer your questions about the G Loomis GCX rods, tournament site selection and more!
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