Bass University Live

Welcome back to Bass U Live. This week were recapping the inagural TAA tournament trail which forward facing sonar or better known as livescope is not permitted to be used. Rob Jordan a seasoned angler and guide on Lake Lanier took a top 10 in the event so hes going to recap with us on how it all went down.

In this episode of Bass University, we delve into the world of competitive bass fishing with none other than the reigning Bassmaster Classic Champion, Justin Hamner. Join us as we sit down with Justin to uncover the secrets behind his recent victory and gain insight into his approach to the sport. Justin Hamner shares his journey from aspiring angler to Bassmaster Classic glory, offering invaluable advice for both seasoned veterans and newcomers alike. Discover the techniques, tactics, and mindset that propelled him to the top of the fishing world, including his go-to lures, favorite fishing spots, and the mental fortitude required to succeed in high-stakes tournaments. Whether you're a weekend angler looking to up your game or a seasoned pro seeking inspiration, this episode promises to deliver a wealth of knowledge straight from the champion's boat. Tune in as Justin Hamner takes us on a deep dive into the strategies that have made him a force to be reckoned with in the world of competitive bass fishing.

Welcome to an enticing episode of our popular fishing podcast, where we talk about the exciting events and innovative strategies in the fishing world. This week we are thrilled to have Tyler Williams, a rising star in the angler community, to discuss his unique approach to fishing and recent tournament successes.We share tales from our recent trips to Texas's stunning fishing locations and discuss how focusing on smaller bodies of water can lead to substantial hauls. We also delve into the latest fishing technologies and trends, providing an informative take for both seasoned anglers and beginners.This episode also showcases the inspiring journey of 19-year-old Trey McKinney and his response to debates around fishing technology. We further explore behind-the-scenes workings of elite fishing events and the camaraderie among professionals on tour.Connect with our conversation as Williams shares his experiences and strategies, from fishing barefoot to brandishing boat stickers, from his unique takes on choosing the spots for casting to dealing with challenges mid-tournament. The episode covers varied aspects of fishing from leveraging technology, adapting techniques and tweaking your game for success in both shallow and deep waters, optimizing your fishing plans as per the water temperature, and much more.Join us for an elaborate discussion on mental resilience and effective techniques that define a successful angler. Get an insight if Tyler's New Balance footwear dream would turn into reality and listen in on challenges of professional fishing intertwined with comical anecdotes. We also spend time appreciating the contributions of our top performers of the week, discussing the ethical usage of fishing technology, and providing advice tailored for beginners in bass fishing. Dive in for an exhilarating conversation around modern fishing techniques and technology in this episode.

Rookie Elite Series Angler Kyle Patrick breaks down the elite series event on Toledo Bend. Tune in for some in depth conversation on how this event unfolded and how he expects things to go on Lake Fork!

Lake Oauchita presented the bassmaster opens EQ field with challenging conditions. Jeremiah Kindy has an intimate local knowledge of the lake and put that to work to bring home the title.

Drew Gill has taken the bass fishing world by storm with a fast paced rise to the top. He recently took home the title at Sam Rayburn. Listen in to see how it all went down!

This isn't a first time go around for this duo. They have been wreaking havoc on Sam Rayburn for quite some time but this is a MAJOR team tournament win. 50 Thousand dollars of Bass.

The crew is all in texas this week for bass u seminars. We are coming to you direct from our modified tackle direct studio. Listen in as we recap our seminars we have shot so far this season and talk with the TFFC about 13 pound bass.

In the first segment of todays show the Bass U Crew talks about what their New Years Fishing resolutions are. Justin, Rizz and Pete talk about how they are going to attack the 2024 fishing season.

Fishing has it's ups and downs especially at the professional level. John had a tough 2023 season but has high hopes for 2024. Listen along to hear how John plans to break through in the 2024 season.

We're wrapping up the year 2023 here at Bass U. On this episode of Bass U Live we recap the top 10 seminars we release to bass u tv. Listen along as we talk about all the great learning opportunities here at Bass U.

Here we go, another elite series season is set to go in early 2024. On this episode of Bass University Live we welcome in Ronnie Moore from Bassmaster to make some predictions on how the 2024 season will go!

Welcome Elite Series Rookie and Lake Of The Ozarks Open Champion to Bass U Live. Kyle is a talented angler with a very unique grasp on the business side of things also. Listen along as we break down how he got to where he is in the fishing world!

Fishing line choices are a complicated topic any way you slice it. This week were joined by Fred Roumbanis and Cortland line to sort out the conversation of what line to use for what techniques.

Bass fishing is not all glamour and big fish. Theres alot that goes into things to get to the status of a professional angler. Listen along as Jacob Foutz outlines his journey to becoming a professional angler and some of the hardships that come along with it.

The kayak bassmaster angler of the year Russ Snyder joins the show. Listen along as he breaks down how his season unfolded to come out victorious in the Bassmaster kayak series.

Life changing win for Chad Mrazek. 200 thousand dollars and a Toyota series title to go with it. Listen along and learn with us how he got it done!

Luke Dunkin, former MLF angler and current NPFL announcer joins us on the Bass U Live podcast to talk about the current events in bass fishing and trends in the industry.

Get ready to be inspired and entertained by Ben Milliken's compelling fishing stories and gain insights that will undoubtedly up your own angling game. Whether you're an avid angler or a newcomer to the world of fishing, this podcast will have you hooked from the first cast. Don't miss out on this exclusive conversation with Ben Milliken, and get ready to dive into the depths of competitive bass fishing like never before.

Recently the MLF BPT made some major changes to its top level tour. In 2025 the field will be cut from 80 down to 50 as well as a return the the every fish counts format. Let's hear what David Dudley thinks about this.

The opens field in bass fishing is arguably one of the toughest fields to thrive in. JT has had tremendous success at the opens level and capped off his season with an AOY trophy.

In part one of the podcast we welcome in John Crews on of Mikes original travel partners. John and Mike had highs and lows and started there careers off right around the same time.

Part 2 we welcome in Becky to the Bass U Live studios to talk about the humble beginnings of The Bass University. We recap some fun stories and also talk about some strategies Mike used in his career to propel himself to the top.

Join us as we talk with Drew Benton about his stance on forward facing sonar and how it has affected bass fishing.

Alright here it is! The Randy Blaukat show. He has been extremely critical of forward facing sonar and has made his voice heard. Today were going to get the deep dive on why he hates the technology.

The greatest of all time joins us on Bass U Live. Kevin VanDam is undoubtedly the most accomplished and decorated bass fisherman in history. We chat with Kevin about his career and talk about where he wants to go next.

Dive into the electrifying world of collegiate bass fishing as we unpack the thrilling victory that rocked the waters of the College Bass Fishing National Championship. Join us in this riveting episode as we celebrate the remarkable achievement of two outstanding anglers from Auburn University – Tucker Smith and Hayden Marbut. 🎣🏆 In this special episode, we unravel the journey, strategy, and dedication that led Tucker and Hayden to secure the championship title. From casting lines to strategic maneuvers, we dissect the key moments and decisions that propelled them to the top of the leaderboard. Get ready to hear exclusive insights from the champions themselves, as they recount the highs, the challenges, and the unforgettable memories that shaped their path to victory. We'll explore their dynamic partnership, their individual strengths, and the camaraderie that drove them to triumph on the national stage. Whether you're a seasoned angler, a dedicated sports enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates tales of triumph against the odds, this episode promises an adrenaline-fueled narrative that will hook you from the first cast. Tune in to gain a deep dive into the world of competitive bass fishing, celebrating the dedication, teamwork, and passion that led Tucker Smith and Hayden Marbut to etch their names in the annals of fishing history. 🎙️🐟

On the eves of the next Bassmaster Elite Series event on historic Lake Champlain we decided to bring on Alec Morrison to preview a little of what might go down at Champlain. Alec is an accomplished angler all over the country but calls Champlain home.

Welcome back to bass u live! This week we welcomed in Matt Becker the 2023 Bass Pro Tour AOY and Saginaw Bay Champion. We breakdown his journey through the ranks and recap his recent successes.

The win that almost didn't happen. The Mighty Mississippi River is separated by pools which are lock held. After the final day of the event Matt nearly was not able to make it to weigh in due to barge traffic in the locking systems. Listen to how this all went down and Matt Stefan came away victorious.

This week on Bass U Live we sat down with Trey Mckinney. Trey is an 18 year old phenom that is winning at an alarming rate. Back to Back AOY BFL angler at age 16 and 17 now competing on the opens at 18 he has cashed checks in 4 of 6 opens with 2 second place finishes. Listen along to how his journey unfolded and where he plans to go.

Were back for week three of the extra credit podcast. This week were catching up with Bass U instructor Dakota Ebare. He breaks down the road you need to take in order to be successful in the world of competitive bass fishing.

Welcome back to Bass U Live. This week we welcome in Bob Downey to talk about northern smallmouth fishing and some of the awesome new releases at iCast.

Nick Hatfield. He's an angler. A straight up dude, a winner, and now a MLF Tackle Warehouse Invitational Champion. Just another accomplishment to add to his growing list of success. Let's get to know Nick Hatfield.

Dive into the gripping tale of Alec Morrison's triumph on the MLF Toyota Series bass fishing tournament on Sam Rayburn Reservoir. Join us as we unravel the remarkable journey of an exceptional bass angler who defied the odds, securing a resounding victory with an astonishing 24-pound margin. In this thrilling podcast, we delve deep into the strategic moves, intense competition, and the sheer determination that propelled Alec to his well-deserved success. Gain exclusive insights from the angler himself, as he shares invaluable tips, techniques, and the pivotal moments that shaped his remarkable journey to becoming a true legend in the world of bass fishing. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and captivated by this extraordinary story of skill, passion, and unwavering commitment to the art of bass angling.

Bass University Extra Credit podcast! On the first episode of extra credit we welcomed on Joey Nania. (16:00 minute mark) Winner of the Bass Open on Lake Eufala, Oklahoma. We break down Joeys journey from where he is now to where he came from and everything in between.

The Bassmaster Opens is now past the halfway point and John Garrett is leading the EQ points race. John has been knocking on the door of qualifying for the elites and this year he is well on his way. Listen in to hear all about his journey from college to now.

Winner of The Ike Foundation Pro Am Keith Cowan. The Upper Chesapeake Bay was the host fishery for this years pro am where contestants had a chance to win a brand new Bass Cat. Keith weighed in 22 pounds and won the event. Tune in to hear how it all went down.

Bass Nation Champion Angler Matty Wong joins Bass U Live. Coming off a third place finish at the Bassmaster Elite Series event on the Sabine River we break down his journey that led him from there to now!

We are excited to launch Kayak Bass University! On todays show we welcome Ryan Lambert, Drew Gregory and Jody Queen to the show to talk about there experiences fishing out of a kayak!

Scott has been the voice for Lake Occochobee conversation for several years. One of Americas premier fishing destination is in danger of being lost to lack of care. Listen along as we discuss the current situation and what things need to be done to restore this fabled fishery!

What an amazing win it was at home for Will Davis Jr. Hometown curse didn't stand a chance against the knowledge an experience Will has on Lay Lake and in the pouring rain on Championship sunday he was deemed champion. From hooks in his hand to lead sinkers coming at him he got it done in the face of adversity.  13:00 interview begins

The Bassmaster opens are a proving ground for anglers across the country. Often thought of as the hardest events to win based on the sheer size of the field Powell Kemp exhibited a masterful job of winning The Open of Kerr Reservoir AKA Buggs Island.

The Dean of The Bass University is at Kerr Reservoir Buggs Island for the Bass Open and were checking in live with him to get a status on whats going on at the lake. Water levels are in flux and thats changing how the fish are responding to things. Listen in to hear how the Dean thinks this tournament will be won.

On this segment of bass u live we welcome back el capitan Mike Iaconelli into the house. We are diving in deep on his new pre practice strategy he has employed for the 2023 season on the elite series. And it's working. Listen along to hear how he is breaking down water this year more effectively then ever before.

We welcome back our friend of the show Ken Duke to the Bass U Live Podcast. Were talking about the biggest bass of all time! As always Ken brings some interesting takes to the show on the giant fish stories.

On todays episode of Bass U Live we have the bassmaster classic champion on as well as the runner up. Jeff Gustafson was able to take the win using a strength of his and Bryan Schmitt came within just one pound of edging him out on a super unique pattern of his own! Listen in to hear how it all went down.

It's classic week and we have local Knoxville angler and BPT pro Brandon Coulter on with us to break down how it's going to shake out. We each take our pics and talk about why we think they will win!

Welcome back to Bass U Live. This weeks guest is Ben Milliken. A force in the youtube content creation world this year he is taking on all 9 opens as a boater. His first open resulted in a strong 5th place finish and he looks to keep the momentum going all year.

Welcome to The Bass University Live Joey Cifuentes Bassmaster Elite Series Champion. Not only are we going to recap his big win but also dive into how his relationship with Larry Nixon was formed.

Batting .1000 in the kayak series Greg DiPalma recaps his win on Lake Guntersville in his very first event fishing out of a kayak. Ever. This is a strong accomplishment in a 225 boat field for a seasoned veteran in kayak fishing let alone a first timer.

Welcome back to Bass U Live. Today we have Chris Lane on the show to break down his recent win on the MLF BPT. We dive in on his last second win and his fish catching strategies.

How do you cull? Everyone has a different method. Pete and Rizz go over there's as well as attempt to diagnose Rizz's sports psychology needs.

Is there a better known fish catching bait anymore? The Z-man jackhammer has accounted for more fish in recent years then maybe all others. Todays show is focused on just that with the man Brett Hite.

We had to recap the super bowl on this episode of bass u live but don't worry we're still talking fishing too. Listen along as we talk to Trent Cole about his life on the field and now his life on the water and in the woods.

On the second segment of the podcast we talk with Trent about the good, the bad and the ugly in his two sports. Learn how he translated what he learned on the football field to what he now does on the water.

Welcome to the show long time Bass Elite angler and Florida local Bernie Schultz. We deep dive on the status of Lake Okeechobee and also take a look into Florida fishing. Thanks for tuning in! Want to join the program? Head over to www.bassu.tv to join our full program!!!

On the week of our Texas live seminars we welcome to the show Josh Jones a big bass specialist from Texas. Josh has caught an un thinkable amount of double digit class fish. Listen along as he breaks down his techniques to catch these true giant bass.

We have Craig Durand in studio today to update us on anglers access in the state of New Jersey. We also go around the room and talk about our most memorable fish catches of the year.

Carl Jocumsen has been through more ups and downs then maybe any other angler on tour. Making his classic debut this year we talk about where his heads at now and where it was when he first got started.

Well, we were supposed to talk about cold fronts but we ended up talking about everything under the sun. Some great insight and information was shelled out in this segment. JT a veteran of the sport shared his opinions on all things fishing.

Winter time is not the time to put the boat away and stop fishing. Some of the biggest bass of the year all across the country are caught in the cold water temperatures. Tune in to hear a few sneaky ways to put some big ones in the boat during the cold months.

One of the best ways to be a versatile angler is to fully utilize soft plastics. No one can speak to this better than John Crews owner and president of Missile Baits. We sat down with John to talk about how he has stayed consistent throughout his career and also got his picks on what baits might be a factor in the elite series schedule in 2023.

We welcome back the professional fish head Justin Kimmel to the show. He has decided to take on all 9 opens in 2023! Also, Ronnie Moore joins the show to talk about all the winning baits and patterns from 2022!

A fishing family legacy. Will Davis won the Bass Nation National Championship on Lake Pickwick and punched his ticket to the Bassmaster Classic and Bassmaster Elite Series. Davis Baits has been in the fishing industry since seemingly the beginning so we are thrilled to have this father son combo on the show.

Our very own Rizz teamed up with Epic Eric for a Team Tournament on the Upper Chesapeake Bay and delivered in grand fashion. 24.8 pounds and the biggest bag of the year on the Upper Bay. Listen to how they got it done! Some sneaky tips in here!

Todd Auten joins The Bass University Live. We are talking all things bass fishing with him including what his favorite Waterwood Custom Crankbaits.  50 Day Free Trial

Welcome to The Bass University Live podcast Cooper Gallant. Cooper qualified for the 2023 Bassmaster elites via living on the road and doing things his way. Just one of a few Canadian anglers now competing on the elite series Cooper has a bright future ahead and were excited to hear how he got to where he is.  50 Days Free to Bass U TV

Fresh off a win at Lake Hartwell Tristan McCormick has successfully qualified for back to back Bassmaster Classics without making a cast on the Elite Series. To say this is an accomplishment is an understatement. Tristan is one of the fastest rising young anglers in fishing and he gave up the GOODS on how he got the win on Lake Hartwell. Like what you heard on the podcast? Check out this 50 day free trial to the FULL bass u program. 50 Days Free Podcast Special https://bassu.tv/signup/podcast22

Josh Bertrand has won at all levels of the sport and now has a US Open Win to add to his resume. This tournament has a very unique format that we had the chance to learn about from Josh. Listen along to how Josh got the job done on Lake Mojave. Are you on the fence about joining the full Bass U Program? Heres your chance...50 Days Free Podcast Special 50 days free to the program https://bassu.tv/signup/podcast22

Mechanics are one of the most overlooked factors in competitive bass fishing and we are not talking about how to pop the cowling. The fundamentals of casting, retrieving and setting the hook often go overlooked in the sport of bass fishing. Nick pays close attention to these things in order to put a few extra fish in the boat.

In the second segment of todays show we welcome back to the show Tom Lang from Texas Parks and Wildlife as well as Louis Monetti the College bracket champ. Lou is headed to the classic!

FIRED UP. Welcome back to Bass U Live. We welcome Bassmaster Open Champion Keith Poche to the podcast fresh off his win at the Red River. Everybody loves some controversy right? Well this win is full of it and we had Keith on to talk his side of the story and also divulge some juice on how to find these off the wall spots.

No Excuses. How bad do you want it? Hunter Baughman accomplised a major level win with nearly all odds stacked against him. Listen along to hear about the amazing story.

Welcome back to bass u live and the return of Pro Panel for Justin "Professional Fish Head" Kimmel. We asked a list of pros how they attack an autumn situation!

With nearly our whole crew competing in the open we recap how the fishing was on a stingy upper chesapeake bay. Pete, Ike, Gdp, and Rizz all found themselves in the check line after the event. Listen along to hear how it all went down.

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Alright, were back in action from the tackle direct studios! Were previewing the bassmaster open that is setting up to fish TOUGH. Pete and Rich share input on whats going on out on the bay right now and discuss how they think things may shake out in the open!

Welcome back to bass u live. This week we feature the Bassmaster ROY and St Lawrence River champion Jay Przekurat. What season for this 23 year old angler from Wisconsin. Listen in to learn how he got to where he is today!

The newest major title champion Spencer Shuffield joins the podcast to break down how he got the job done at the St. Lawrence river! There is some real smallie juice in here!

How to target the biggest fish in the lake smallmouth edition. Kyle Hall took first place in the MLF Pro Circuit at Lake Champlain and followed that up with a second place finish at the Toyota Series. Targeting above average sized smallmouth in both events we learn from Kyle on how he got it done!

Ken Duke and GDP join the podcast tonight to talk all things bassin. With KD we recap how this years icast show was and then breakdown the st lawrence river elite series event.

Fresh off a win on Lake Oneida Casey Smith joins us on the podcast to talk about how he got it done! Pete was also competing in that event and had a strong day 1. Listen in to hear all about it!

Welcome Drew Keubler to the show to talk about the Major League Fishing champions box. What angler wouldn't want new baits delivered right to there door every month?! Also, Icast preview.

Bassmaster regional winners from 4 divisions join us on Bass U Live. Will Davis, Tim Dube, Doug Thompson and Frankie Mueller break down how they got the job done in there respective regional tournaments.

Hard work and dedication has brought Ryan to the top of the game. As an established guide in the state of Alabama Ryan has been making a career of fishing for quite some time and now has a Major League Fishing trophy to go along with it!

Brandon Lester joins bass u live coming off a dominating performance at The Bassmaster Elite series event at Pickwick. Growing up on the Tennessee River he used his vast knowledge of finding hardpsots and current flows to capture his first blue trophy! Listen in to hear how he got it done!!!

Greg DiPalma is back in studio to recap his 11th place finish in the Bassmaster Elite Series even on the Pickwick. Rizz is coming off a third place finish in The Ike Foundation Pro Am on the Chesapeake bay we will be talking about that as well.

The Bass U crew was well represented at the MLF BFL All American with our very own Justin Kimmel and Mike Reid finishing in the top 10! Listen along to how they made it happen and also how our good friend of the show Matt Henry mounted a 12 pound come back to win the Berrys Team Trail Championship for the state of Georgia!

Nick Hatfield is an up and coming angler on the MLF Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit. Leading the rookie of the year race he is fresh off a second place finish at Lake Guntersville. Listen along to learn how he got it done!

Lee Livesay breaks down his repeat performance on Lake Fork. Two years in a row Lee has eclipsed the century mark. Lee is winning at a rapid pace and we are going to tap into exactly how he is doing it!

In the second segment of todays show we are welomed by Texas Parks and Wildlife outreach director Tom Lang. Texas has led the charge in big bass over the last decade. Listen to how they have created such a successful big bass fishing state!

How many different ways can you modify a frog? There are some super sneaky ways that Fred Roumbanis tricks out his frogs and now he is sharing them with you. Listen along as we talk about all the unique ways to make your frog just a little bit different!

The Bassmaster Opens draws a huge field and fishing through a crowd is a must. Often times the wining fish come from the "community" holes but how do you get more big bites than everyone else. The panel breaks down how they get it done in these tough scenarios!

Randy Howell caught his personal best bass in tournament competition not once but TWICE this year. In back to back days Randy Howell caught a 10-11 and a 12-14. Listen along to find out how it all went down!

Pete The Dean Gluszek is joined by Matt Pangrac from Bass Talk Live to talk about what is going down at the James River right now for the first Bass open of the season.

The Bassmaster opens bring giant tournament fields. What are you supposed to do when theres boats on your A spot B spot and C spot? Listen in as Pete and Matt discuss just this.

It is no secret that big baits produce big bass. When is the right time to throw it and how do you become effective with the larger than average size swimbaits? Listen in to hear how our panel attacks the biggest fish in the lake with oversized glide baits!

The 2 time classic champ is back to talk about his new release line of sunglasses for hobie eyewear. We catch up with hank on the start of his 2022 season and talk about his great classic finish once again.