Bass Angler Magazine Podcast

Bass Angler Magazine
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Catch more bass with Bass Angler Magazine's podcast! Learn more - catch more with America's best local and touring anglers

  1. 2d ago

    Mastering the Urchin Bait – Techniques, Rigging, and Tournament Strategy

    Whether you’re curious about the latest Japanese finesse techniques or preparing for your next tournament, this episode delivers practical advice that anglers can immediately apply on the water. Episode Highlights The origin and rapid rise of the Urchin Bait. Why younger anglers are developing innovative techniques with the bait. Selecting the correct size for spotted bass versus largemouth bass. How bait weight affects fall rate and triggering strikes. Best colors to start with, including Green Pumpkin and Shad patterns. Fishing around grass, timber, rock, and suspended fish. Rigging options using single hooks, treble hooks, and weighted systems. Why fluorocarbon line generally outperforms braid for this presentation. Proper storage techniques for TPE soft plastics. Differences between Dice baits and Urchin baits. Creative modifications anglers are making to improve bait performance. Tournament preview for the BAM Super 60 on the Columbia River. Regional fishing insights from Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Gear & Technique Takeaways Match bait size to the species and conditions. Focus on achieving a slow, natural sink rate. The bait’s movement is more important than exact color selection. Strong, stiff tentacles create the best underwater action. Experiment with weighted hooks to fine-tune fall speed. Fluorocarbon helps maintain better bait control and hook-up percentages. Store TPE baits separately to prevent warping and damage. Don’t limit the bait to LiveScope fishing—it can be effective around nearly every type of cover. Tournament Talk The crew also previews upcoming BAM Trail events, discussing: Columbia River fishing conditions. Boardman versus Tri-Cities strategies. Local anglers expected to contend. Wind and current considerations. Catch expectations and what it may take to win. Rich Craft’s confidence heading into competition. Featured Sponsors Thanks to the companies that support BAM and tournament anglers across the West. BAM Trail Bass Angler Magazine BAM Super 60 Tournament sponsor partners discussed throughout the episode. Why You Should Listen If you’ve been hearing about Urchin Baits but weren’t sure how or when to fish them, this episode breaks everything down—from lure selection and rigging to real-world tournament applications. Joe Mariani and Ty Manarola share the techniques they’re using to consistently catch bass, while offering insights into one of the fastest-growing trends in modern bass fishing. Whether you fish clear reservoirs, grass lakes, or river systems, you’ll come away with practical tips that can help put more fish in the boat. About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    Mastering the Urchin Bait – Techniques, Rigging, and Tournament Strategy

  2. Jul 15

    Austin Sandman how to fish the Pacific North West

    Guest Austin Sandman Pacific Northwest tournament angler ABA Angler of the Year Northwest Bass Angler of the Year Grant County Fish & Wildlife employee Eastern Washington farmer Topics Covered Upcoming BAM Events Preview of the BAM Super 60 at Tri-Cities Pro-Am tournament discussion Why Tri-Cities was selected as the tournament venue Family-friendly attractions around Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco Columbia River Tournament Strategy Expected summertime bass patterns Predicted winning weight Smallmouth vs. largemouth opportunities Current breaks and dam-influenced fishing Areas where local knowledge can provide an advantage Best Lures for Tri-Cities Zara Super Spook Walking topwater baits Poppers Drop shot Forward-facing sonar techniques Carolina Rig Lizards for smallmouth Pacific Northwest Fisheries Columbia River Lake Roosevelt Potholes Reservoir Moses Lake Why Washington offers some of the country’s most overlooked bass fisheries Beyond Bass Fishing Sturgeon fishing on the Columbia River Juvenile sturgeon recovery Fish and Wildlife conservation efforts Columbia River dams and fisheries management Life Outside Tournament Fishing Wheat farming in Eastern Washington Center-pivot irrigation systems Balancing farming with tournament competition Growing up in the Pacific Northwest Austin’s Tournament Journey Starting tournament fishing at age 19 Competing without today’s electronics Building a successful tournament career Importance of confidence on the water Supporting local sponsors and businesses Growing Tournament Fishing Why more anglers should fish the BAM Super 60 Opportunities for Pro and Co-Anglers Building the future of tournament fishing in the Pacific Northwest Creating a stronger regional bass fishing community   Key Takeaways Tri-Cities is shaping up to be one of the most exciting stops on the BAM Super 60 schedule. Local knowledge of current, structure, and seasonal movements could make the difference between cashing a check and winning $50,000. The Pacific Northwest offers world-class bass fishing that remains underappreciated nationally. Success in tournament fishing comes from confidence, consistency, and adapting to changing conditions. Austin’s passion for conservation, farming, and competitive fishing makes him a unique voice in the Northwest bass fishing community.   Watch More BAM Content Follow the BAM Trail for tournament coverage, live weigh-ins, podcast episodes, and professional bass fishing action from across the West. Website: https://bamtrail.comMagazine: https://bassanglermag.com About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    Austin Sandman how to fish the Pacific North West

  3. Jul 1

    Rich craft Gets his first Super 60 win on Brownlee Reservoir

    Brownlee Super 60 Championship Rich Craft recaps his dominant Brownlee Reservoir victory. Winning the $50,000 first-place prize. Why he chose a weight-first strategy instead of chasing numbers. How advice following a difficult rookie season changed his tournament approach. Tournament-Winning Pattern Finding key offshore structure during practice. Using Forward-Facing Sonar to locate structure instead of individual fish. Drop shot setup featuring Yamamoto Shad Shape Worms. Natural shad colors and quarter-ounce weights. Fishing depths from 20–35 feet. Catching four of his final-day fish from one key area. Brownlee Reservoir Breakdown Why post-spawn conditions lowered tournament weights. Adjusting to deeper fish. Smallmouth behavior during late June. How patience and confidence led to victory. Sponsorship Changes Transition from Phoenix Boats to Caymas Boats. Partnership with Nixon’s Marine. Toyota of Puyallup sponsorship. GSM Outdoors and Yamamoto support. How contingency programs add significant value for professional anglers. Looking Ahead to Tri-Cities Expected winning patterns. Topwater opportunities. Spinnerbait, swimbait and drop shot techniques. Potential for giant largemouth and quality smallmouth. Why Tri-Cities is one of Rich’s favorite tournament destinations. Rich Craft’s Story From trout fishing to competitive bass fishing. Joining a bass club in 2013. Purchasing his first bass boat in 2017. Nine career tournament victories. 2024 State Champion. Qualifying for the Ultimate Angler Championship at Guntersville. Mark Lassagne Update Recovery following emergency gallbladder surgery. Returning for the Tri-Cities Super 60. Behind-the-scenes look at producing BAM live broadcasts and television coverage. Plans for continued growth of the BAM Super 60. Sponsors Mentioned Nixon’s Marine Caymas Boats Toyota of Puyallup GSM Outdoors Yamamoto Baits Topics Covered Brownlee Reservoir bass fishing BAM Super 60 Professional bass fishing Tournament strategy Forward-Facing Sonar Drop shot fishing Smallmouth bass Post-spawn fishing Tri-Cities bass fishing Bass tournament preparation Professional angler sponsorship West Coast bass fishing About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    Rich craft Gets his first Super 60 win on Brownlee Reservoir

  4. Jun 24

    BAM Podcast: Potholes Pro-Am Championship Recap

    Featured Guests Aaron Ecthernkamp – 2026 BAM Potholes Pro-Am Champion Adrian Ghione – 2026 BAM Potholes Pro-Am Co-Angler Champion Carty Schoen – 2nd Place Pro Topics Covered Aaron’s winning pattern and key areas Defending home waters at Potholes Reservoir How Adrian Ghione stayed on top of the co-angler division from start to finish Carty Schoen’s tournament strategy and runner-up finish Best baits and presentations during the event Grass fishing, offshore fish, and shallow-water opportunities Adjusting to changing conditions throughout the tournament Championship Sunday mindset Biggest fish catches and missed opportunities Lessons learned from the event Looking ahead to the BAM Super 60 at Brownlee Reservoir Tournament Highlights Aaron Ecthernkamp captured the Pro Division title with 55.86 pounds and earned a new Mercury-powered Vexus 1880 boat package. Adrian Ghione led the co-angler division throughout the tournament to secure the championship. Potholes Reservoir showcased multiple productive patterns including shallow cover, grass, reaction baits, and offshore structure fishing. Listen If You Want To Learn How to approach Potholes Reservoir in June Tournament decision-making under pressure Co-angler strategies for maximizing opportunities Adapting to changing bass behavior How top pros locate and manage fish over a three-day event About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    BAM Podcast: Potholes Pro-Am Championship Recap

  5. Jun 21

    BAM Potholes Pro-Am Day 2 Leaders Podcast | Aaron Echternkamp, Adrian Ghione & Scholastic Champion Colton Newman

    • BAM Scholastic Champion Colton Newman discusses his tournament-winning performance • Lessons learned from competing at a high level • Day 2 Pro Leader Aaron Ecthernkamp breaks down his winning pattern • Key baits, locations and adjustments on Potholes Reservoir • Aaron’s strategy heading into Championship Sunday • Wyatt Koleff discusses his strong co-angler performance • Challenges and opportunities fishing with different pros • Championship Sunday predictions • Tournament conditions and fish behavior update • Inside look at the BAM Potholes Pro-Am leaderboard battle About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    BAM Potholes Pro-Am Day 2 Leaders Podcast | Aaron Echternkamp, Adrian Ghione & Scholastic Champion Colton Newman

  6. Jun 20

    Chris Parks, Adrian Ghione and Colton Newman Break Down Day 1 at Potholes

    • Day 1 recap from Potholes Reservoir • Chris Parks discusses his Day 1 pattern and key areas • Adrian Ghione explains how he built his co-angler leading bag • Colton Newman breaks down his successful scholastic strategy • Productive baits and presentations from Day 1 • Fishing shallow versus deep at Potholes • Adjusting to changing conditions • Managing pressure on community areas • Day 2 cut day predictions • What it will take to reach Championship Sunday • Anglers to watch moving up the leaderboard • Mercury  Marine/ Vexus Boats Pro-Am update   Topics Covered Potholes Reservoir bass fishing, chatterbait fishing, frog fishing, offshore bass fishing, grass fishing, co-angler strategy, scholastic bass fishing, tournament bass fishing, cut day strategy, largemouth bass, BAM Trail, bass fishing tournament coverage, Pacific Northwest bass fishing, Mercury Marine, Vexus Boats, Bass Boat Technologies, Tackle Warehouse. About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    Chris Parks, Adrian Ghione and Colton Newman Break Down Day 1 at Potholes

  7. Jun 19

    BAM Podcast Potholes - Winning Patterns, Beaver Dams - Vexus 1880 on the Line

    The panel covers everything from chatterbait and frog fishing around grass to targeting bass near beaver dams and using Google Earth to locate hidden fish-holding areas before arriving at the lake. They also share valuable advice for co-anglers, including simple but effective Senko presentations that could make the difference between cashing a check and going home empty-handed. One thing is certain at Potholes: bass can be caught deep or shallow, and anglers will have multiple ways to compete for the win. If you’re fishing the event or simply love bass fishing strategy, this episode is packed with insights that can help you understand one of the West’s most versatile fisheries. Guests: • Travis Archer • Bradley Tiller • Curtis Reno In This Episode: • Current conditions at Potholes Reservoir • Why Potholes is one of the West’s most versatile bass fisheries • Chatterbait strategies around grass and emerging vegetation • Frog fishing opportunities for big bites • Fishing around beaver dams and overlooked cover • Using Google Earth to locate productive water before practice • Finding hidden pockets, channels, and key structure • Deep versus shallow bass patterns • Co-angler strategies and why a Senko can be a game changer • Tournament-winning opportunities across multiple techniques • What anglers need to do to compete for a Mercury-powered Vexus 1880 Tournament Information: BAM Trail Mercury / Vexus Boats Pro-Am Potholes Reservoir – Mardon Resort June 19-21, 2026 Follow Along: • Daily livestream coverage • Live weigh-ins from Mardon Resort • Tournament updates at BAMTrail.com • Results, stories, and coverage from Bass Angler Magazine Presented By: Mercury Marine, Vexus Boats, Tackle Warehouse, Bass Angler Magazine, BAM Trail About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    BAM Podcast Potholes - Winning Patterns, Beaver Dams - Vexus 1880 on the Line

  8. Jun 3

    BAM Podcast: Moses Lake Champion Darryl Burkhardt Breaks Down His Winning Pattern and Northwest Tournament Fishing

    In this episode of the BAM Podcast: • Darryl Burkhardt discusses winning the 2026 BAM Northwest Pro-Am on Moses Lake. • How a conservative practice approach helped him locate fish without burning productive areas. • Fishing frogs in stained water and targeting fry balls under docks. • Why a white and chartreuse laminate Cinco became a key bait during the event. • Adjusting to changing weather and wind conditions throughout the tournament. • The effects of a major windstorm that struck Moses Lake before competition began. • Darryl’s Day One 21-pound limit and the adjustments that led to victory. • Discussion about tournament suspense and BAM weigh-in presentation strategies. • Why Senko-style baits continue to dominate in many Northwest fisheries. • Challenges facing bass tournament participation in the Pacific Northwest. • Discussion on entry fees, angler recruitment, and growing future events. • Looking ahead to the Potholes Pro-Am and the BAM Super 60 at Brownlee Reservoir. • Darryl’s appreciation for his sponsors including Skeeter Boats, Yamaha Outboards, and Nixon’s Marine. Listen now and learn how the 2026 Moses Lake champion put together a winning pattern against one of the strongest fields in Northwest bass fishing. #BAMPodcast #BAMTrail #BassFishing #MosesLake #DarrylBurkhardt #NorthwestBassFishing #TournamentFishing #BassTournament #BassAnglerMagazine #BassFishingPodcast #VexusBoats #MercuryMarine #SkeeterBoats #YamahaOutboards #BigEdEverhart #WesternBassFishing #BassFishingLife #FishingPodcast #BassAngler #BassFishingNation About BAM Podcasts  Bass Angler Magazine's is a bi-monthly podcast series its available free on Simple Cast,  iTunes, Spotify, Google Play and Amazon. Stay tuned as we discuss the latest in bass fishing, lure trends, ways to catch fish, tournament wins and things of interest to bass anglers. BASS ANGLER MAGAZINE (BAM), a veteran owned quarterly print and digital magazine, designed, and printed in the U.S.A. Covering largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass, Bass Angler was created specifically to help you become a better, more informed bass fisherman. As the industry’s most informative bass fishing magazine, we provide you in-depth exclusive new features with the world’s top anglers. Subscribe to Bass Angler Magazine print and or digital here

    BAM Podcast: Moses Lake Champion Darryl Burkhardt Breaks Down His Winning Pattern and Northwest Tournament Fishing
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Catch more bass with Bass Angler Magazine's podcast! Learn more - catch more with America's best local and touring anglers

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  • Creator
    Bass Angler Magazine
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    131
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2021 - Bass Angler Magazine
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