The Fishful Thinker Podcast

Chad LaChance
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Fishful Thinker is a state of mind that besets those who think fishy thoughts. It‘s respect for the quarry, environment and peers, the sharing of knowledge, and the understanding of an angler‘s place in the grand scheme, however humbling that may be. We thrive in that mindset!

  1. 05/23/2025

    Get your lures on a diet...

    Spring means shallow fishing and shallow fihsing can often be maximized by using lighter lures. Host Chad LaChance believes in getting the lead out and shares his thoughts on this episode. Hope you'll like, share and subscribe while you're here!

    26 min

  2. 05/16/2025

    Fishing the Holiday

    Memorial day is a great tiem to be outside near water, but can frustrate anglers. Chad LaChance lives overlooking a lake and public campground and shares his thoughts on dealing with the crowds and still catching a few fish.

    22 min

  3. 05/09/2025

    Fishing is Going to the Birds...

    Birds can be a angler's best friend...if you are observant and know when they're relevant to the bite and when they're not. Host Chad LaChance believes the powers of observation, especially as it pertains to fishing birds, are an easy way to improve yoiur success and shares details in this podcast.

    29 min

  4. 05/02/2025

    Being guided...best practices

    Taking a guided fishing trip is a great way to advance your skills and enjoy time on the water...if you book with the right guide. Doing that is part of what Chad LaChance discusses in this podcast, as well as how to get the most out of the day once you're there.

    34 min

  5. 04/25/2025

    When conditions go against The Book

    Fish and fishermen love stable conditions, but what do anglers do when the weather is not cooperative...how does an angler adjust? Chad LaChance shares his thoughts on the topic, learned from 20 years of guiding and filming.

    29 min

  6. 04/18/2025

    Sight Fishing Success

    If catching fish is fun and catching fish you can see ahead of time is even more fun! Whether it's trout in a river, cruisers feeding in shallow water or even fish guarding an area, casting to fish you can see takes skill and nerves. Host Chad LaChance loves to sight fish and shares his thoughts.

    36 min

  7. 04/11/2025

    Tackle Buying Intelligence...

    Fishing tackle ain't cheap and the buying options are limitless; Chad LaChance shares his thoughts on choosing tackle to maximize your value and efficiency on the water.

    38 min

  8. 04/04/2025

    Fishing's One-Two Punch

    Power and finesse are two very different approaches to fishing! Chad LaChance believes that combining the two concepts on any given day is a great way to maximize catching, regardless fo what you're fishing for.

    28 min
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About

Fishful Thinker is a state of mind that besets those who think fishy thoughts. It‘s respect for the quarry, environment and peers, the sharing of knowledge, and the understanding of an angler‘s place in the grand scheme, however humbling that may be. We thrive in that mindset!

Information

  • Creator
    Chad LaChance
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Fishful Thinker Podcast