Bass Angler Magazine Podcast

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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. BAM Podcast: Potholes Pro-Am Championship Recap

    4d ago

    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

    1h 1m
  2. BAM Potholes Pro-Am Day 2 Leaders Podcast | Aaron Echternkamp, Adrian Ghione & Scholastic Champion Colton Newman

    6d ago

    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

    34 min
  3. Chris Parks, Adrian Ghione and Colton Newman Break Down Day 1 at Potholes

    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

    40 min
  4. BAM Podcast Potholes - Winning Patterns, Beaver Dams - Vexus 1880 on the Line

    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

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

    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

    47 min
  6. BAM Podcast with Darrel Ocamica on Lessons, Ethics, FFS and Building a Pro Career

    May 26

    BAM Podcast with Darrel Ocamica on Lessons, Ethics, FFS and Building a Pro Career

    Darrel Ocamica joins Michael Bray on the BAM Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about tournament bass fishing, the Bassmaster Elite experience, and what it takes to build a long-term career in the sport. Darrel Ocamica’s Bassmaster Elite experience Lessons learned competing at the highest level Fishing ethics and the unwritten rules of tournament angling How anglers should handle pressure, space, and respect on the water Western anglers and the changing tournament landscape Forward-facing sonar and its impact on traditional techniques Are we losing anglers who fish other styles? Darrel’s thoughts on future tournament formats and events Knot types and when to use them Hook styles and matching hooks to techniques Carolina rig setup and strategy Building a structured plan for your fishing career Advice for anglers trying to grow, compete, and improve professionally #tacklewarehouse #fordfairfield #mercurymarine #bobsmachine 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

    1h 7m
  7. Pacific North West Preview With Aaron Echternkamp

    May 20

    Pacific North West Preview With Aaron Echternkamp

    The Bam Trail, which culminates in the Pacific Northwest at the conclusion of this month, presents an opportunity for an interview with Aaron Echternkamp, a highly seasoned angler residing in the region. In this interview, Aaron Echternkamp will provide insights into the lakes and rivers we will be fishing on during our northern excursion. He will share information on the types of baits, specific areas, and the weights he believes are essential for success in these events.  In this episode, Big Ed and Aaron discuss: Aaron’s background as a professional bass angler, tournament champion, and licensed guide His experience fishing the MLF circuit Aaron joining the BAM Super 60 field The upcoming BAM Trail Pacific Northwest swing How Moses Lake is fishing right now Spawn timing and why another wave of spawners may still be coming Fishing docks, tules, shallow cover, flipping areas, and finesse patterns Why Moses Lake allows anglers to fish their strengths Potholes Reservoir and its tournament potential The upcoming BAM Super 60 at Brownlee Northwest bass fishing conditions and expectations #blackbeardiner  #storquest  #fordfairfield  #vexusboats  #mercurymarine  #bassboattechnologies  #bamtrail  #chickenranchcasinoresort    #bassanglermazine #boardmanchamber #boardmanparksandrec #tacklewarehouse #okumafishingusa   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

    47 min
  8. BAM Podcast: Clear Lake Kayak Tournament Breakdown with Daniel Balaba and Matt Craig

    May 18

    BAM Podcast: Clear Lake Kayak Tournament Breakdown with Daniel Balaba and Matt Craig

    Daniel Balaba and Matt Craig walk through their tournament strategy, where they focused their efforts, how the conditions shaped their decisions, and what helped them separate from the rest of the field. Listeners will hear firsthand how they approached Clear Lake from a kayak, what types of water they targeted, how they adjusted throughout the event, and the key baits that produced their best fish. What You’ll Learn In this episode, Michael Bray digs into: How Daniel Balaba won the Clear Lake kayak tournament How Matt Craig locked down a strong 2nd-place finish Where they found their fish The bait selections that made the difference How they adjusted to changing conditions What kayak anglers can learn from their tournament approach Clear Lake bass fishing strategy from two top finishers Clear Lake Kayak Fishing Insight Whether you fish kayak tournaments, compete in bass events, or just want to learn more about breaking down Clear Lake, this episode gives anglers a practical look at tournament decision-making from two anglers who executed at a high level. Tune in to the BAM Podcast with Michael Bray as Daniel Balaba and Matt Craig share the details behind their Clear Lake success. 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

    33 min
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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
    128
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 - Bass Angler Magazine
  • Show Website
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