Ugly Pike Podcast

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We discuss all things related to the lifestyle of hunting the apex predator - The Muskellunge! We talk to enthusiasts, guides, bait makers, lodge owners, and much more in order to gather and disperse knowledge to muskie hunters everywhere!

4D AGO

Episode 261 - Kory Maxfield pt.2

In this second part of our interview with Kory, the focus shifts to the fine details of fishing both conventional and unconventional water systems. Kory drills down on his approach to the various environments that we all love to tackle and provides essential details that will aid the listener to become a more diverse and adaptive angler. Topics include: Fishing shallow water River systemsHow seasonal water temperatures change your approach Winter "holes"Fishing Northwest Ontario shield watersAdjustment lessons learned from Jim Saric

1h 1m
DEC 12

Episode 260 - Kory Maxfield pt.1

Kory Maxfield is a genuine outdoorsman. In this episode, we sit with Kory and talk about the rituals that crafted his childhood as he grew up in a family that put the outdoors first. On his page, Slump Bust Outdoors, Kory displays his life lessons as they relate to muskie fishing and in this episode, we tie it all together. Points of discussion include: Growing up in an outdoor familyGenerational Commercial fishing and the wisdom passed downFishing multimedia in 2025Backwater fishing lessons learned

49 min
DEC 5

Episode 259: Zach Baker pt.2

In this second part of our discussion with Zach, we get into the details on how to catch fish. Zach breaks out tournament fishing tactics, as well as how to select and work baits. Zach gives tremendous detail in this second part and winds it up with a truly special fishing story. This was truly an amazing chat for us. Points include: Muskie tournament strategy vs casual angling Lure selection for tournamentsHow work baits to provoke a strike Are all muskies the same?

55 min
NOV 28

Episode 258: Zach Baker pt.1

Zach Baker has been fishing muskies for decades. He is a unique person and angler that provided not only detailed information on targeting muskies in this part one of our interview, but wonderful stories. This interview exemplifies why muskie fishing, and the people we do it with, is so special. A truly remarkable interview. In this first part, we drill down on: Zach's origin story The evolution of muskie fishing Targeting strategies for inland lake fisheries When to target shorelines vs open waterDepth vs speed vs colourFishing your past

51 min
NOV 21

Episode 257 - Full Moon Friday - A Tale of Two Shows

In this Full Moon Friday episode, the guys take a call from Kyle Carruthers, organizer of the juggernaut CANCAST fishing show. Kyle talks about the recent decision to merge with the Musky Odyssey and why he feels this will be a big positive for the muskie anglers in attendance. A great talk ensued about the origins of CANCAST and how his never-quit entrepreneurial spirit helped Kyle transform the show over the years. Following this, Chris and Frank discuss Frank's recent adversity on the water as he was challenged by horrific weather while in pursuit of a winter giant!

59 min
NOV 14

Episode 256 - Pete Bostelmann and Cody Chovancek pt.2

In this second part of our episode with Pete and Cody, Pete lends more incredible insights into the behaviour of these amazing fish. Cody, who is coming to the dark side as he fishes more and more for muskies, talks about how what it takes for serious MMA training is not all that dissimilar to pursuing the queen of queens! To top off the discussion, the guys tell a story about what happened a few weeks ago when Frank, Pete, and Cody took to the great Georgian Bay for a muskie hunt that was like no other! Topics include: Identifying whether a fish has come out of dangerously deep waterHigh-pressure systems The guys' fish catch story from their recent GBay tripParallels between muskie fishing and MMAThe Queen

49 min
NOV 7

Episode 255 - Pete Bostelmann and Cody Chovancek pt.1

This episode is a banger! Newly signed UFC fighter Cody Chovancek comes onto the podcast with friend of the show Pete Bostelmann to talk about hunting muskies. Cody is an amazing multi-species angler who is introduced as the Best Fisherman in MMA for all his bouts! Pete needs no introduction and is widely known for producing some of the very best and most insightful Ugly Pike Podcast content in the show's history. In this episode, the guys chat about: Cody's entry into the UFC and fishing life How conditions affect spot selection/targeting 2 rules for success on Georgian BayIdentifying seasonal change How muskies hunt bait fish on windswept locations

50 min
OCT 31

Episode 254 - Cooper Edwards pt.2

In this second part of our interview with muskie guide Cooper Edwards, we get into the red-hot issue of live scope usage before shifting focus to talk about how to hone the right skills for a successful trip on a great Ontario muskie lake and what new anglers should know and be aware of before heading out on the water. Cooper closes the show with a hilarious and epic story of a big fish adventure! Topics include: The question of LivescopeBoat-side skills How to educate novice anglers

49 min

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Jan 20

esoxw

Some really awesome episodes on eastern Ontario fisheries (eg non NW Ontario). Have to sort through some ads and some episodes get hijacked by UFC and bitcoin banter.
Saves you money!

2024-03-07

You'reRicherWhenYouDrink

If you’re unfortunate enough to get bit by the Muskie fishing bug, listen and stay focused on this podcast. That will give you a 1 hour reprieve from buying Muskie gear. ha
Ugly pike podcast

2024-03-09

Why do it? Not needed

Did not appreciate the swearing during the podcast.
Ugly pike pod cast

2024-03-06

Snagasauras

Always a great listen

We discuss all things related to the lifestyle of hunting the apex predator - The Muskellunge! We talk to enthusiasts, guides, bait makers, lodge owners, and much more in order to gather and disperse knowledge to muskie hunters everywhere!