Byron Velvick's Fish Tales

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Fish Tales has gone rogue. 🎣 Welcome to Fish Tales H2O — now completely independent and better than ever. Hosted by legendary professional angler Byron Velvick, Fish Tales H2O dives into the world of bass fishing, tournament fishing, and life on the water through stories, conversations, fishing tips, and plenty of laughs from more than 40 years in the sport. From legendary anglers and industry icons to unforgettable tournaments, hard-earned lessons, new fishing technology, and the ridiculous stories that can only happen on the water, Byron brings an honest and entertaining look at the people, places, and experiences that have shaped the world of fishing. Expect bass fishing tips, tournament strategies, behind-the-scenes stories, fishing industry insights, special guests, and conversations you probably won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’ve been fishing your entire life or you’re just getting started, there’s always another Fish Tale to tell. Cast off. Pour a drink. Let’s talk fishing.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Scott Martin on Growing Up with Roland Martin & Building His Own Fishing Legacy | Fish Tales

    Scott Martin joins Byron Velvick on Fish Tales for a conversation about family, competition, and building a legacy in professional bass fishing. 🎣 Growing up as the son of legendary angler Roland Martin, Scott had a front-row seat to the fishing industry from an early age — but creating his own name and career meant forging a path of his own. Scott and Byron look back on growing up around the sport, the realities of life as a professional angler, Scott’s journey into tournament fishing and outdoor television, and some of the unforgettable moments that have shaped his career. They also talk about the next generation of the Martin family, including Scott’s daughter Hilary Martin, and what it means to watch her build her own future in competitive fishing. From tournament strategy and career-defining moments to forward-facing sonar, changing technology, and the evolution of bass fishing, this episode covers decades of experience from two anglers who have watched the sport transform firsthand. If you love bass fishing, tournament history, and the stories behind some of the biggest names in the sport, you won’t want to miss this one. 🎣 FISH TALES with Byron Velvick CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Friendship Origins 03:11 The Evolution of Fishing Styles 09:24 Growing Up with a Fishing Legend 14:53 The Reality of a Fisherman’s Life 20:03 College Years and Fishing Sabbaticals 23:57 The Untapped Fishing Potential 25:46 Hilary’s Fishing Journey 28:14 Empowering Women in Fishing 30:08 Hilary’s College and Career Choices 32:25 Scott’s Path to Professional Fishing 35:27 Reflections on Regrets and Accomplishments 38:30 The Meaning Behind Trophies 41:16 Full Circle Moments in Fishing 52:48 The Invisible Cattail Clump 53:13 Breaking Records: The Last Day of Competition 54:39 The Winning Strategy: Big Baits and Key Spots 56:49 Emotional Moments: A Friend’s Triumph 57:18 The Evolution of Forward-Facing Sonar 59:14 Adapting to Technology: A Legacy of Innovation 1:02:48 The Impact of Age on Fishing Skills 1:04:07 High School Fishing: A New Generation of Anglers

  2. Sep 1

    50+ Years of Bass Fishing: Rick Clunn Shares His Legendary Story

    Few anglers have left a mark on professional bass fishing quite like Rick Clunn. 🎣 In this classic Fish Tales conversation, Rick sits down with Byron Velvick to look back on more than 50 years of competitive tournament fishing and share stories, lessons, and insight from his legendary career. Rick and Byron talk about the evolution of professional bass fishing, the mental challenges that come with competing at the highest level, and the role that mindset, intuition, and adaptability have played throughout Rick’s career. We’re bringing this Fish Tales favorite back for anyone who missed it the first time — and for those who want to hear these stories again. 🎣 Hosted by Byron Velvick 📺 Fish Tales Subscribe for more conversations with some of the biggest names in fishing, stories from decades on the water, and new episodes of Fish Tales.

  3. Aug 25

    Byron Velvick's Fish Tales

    Professional bass angler Cal Lane joins Byron Velvick on Fish Tales H2O to break down his recent tournament win on Lake Champlain, his approach to Live Scope fishing, and the strategies that helped him find and catch winning bass. In this episode, Cal dives into bass fishing tournament strategy, including how he uses Garmin Live Scope / forward-facing sonar, pre-fishing and practice techniques, map study, finding productive areas, avoiding fishing pressure, and making critical decisions when tournament day doesn’t go exactly as planned. Cal also shares stories from his early days of bass fishing and the experiences that helped shape him into the angler he is today. Whether you're a competitive tournament angler or just looking to become a better bass fisherman, this conversation is packed with bass fishing tips, tournament fishing strategies, electronics advice, and real-world lessons from the water. 🎣 IN THIS EPISODE: • Cal Lane’s recent tournament victory on Lake Champlain • How Cal uses LiveScope and forward-facing sonar to target bass • Why scanning and marking key fishing spots before competition matters • Pre-fishing and tournament practice strategies • Using maps to identify high-percentage fishing areas • How to handle crowded spots and heavy fishing pressure • Why Cal limits his LiveScope fishing during tournament days • Making adjustments when your original fishing plan changes • Tournament preparation and decision-making • Stories from Cal’s early days of bass fishing • Lessons learned from years on the water One of Cal’s biggest takeaways? Preparation and adaptability matter. Scanning productive areas ahead of time can save valuable tournament hours, while knowing when to leave pressured water and change your strategy can be the difference between simply catching fish and putting together a winning bag. If you’re interested in professional bass fishing, bass tournaments, LiveScope fishing, forward-facing sonar, Lake Champlain bass fishing, tournament preparation, fishing electronics, or learning how professional anglers approach competition, this episode is for you. 👍 LIKE the video if you enjoyed the conversation 💬 COMMENT with your biggest takeaway from Cal’s strategy 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Fish Tales H2O for more bass fishing stories, tournament insights, fishing tips, and conversations with some of the biggest names in the sport. ABOUT FISH TALES H2O Fish Tales H2O with Byron Velvick brings you stories, strategies, and conversations from the world of professional fishing. From legendary anglers and tournament competitors to industry insiders, each episode dives into the people, experiences, and lessons that make bass fishing what it is. #BassFishing #CalLane #FishTalesH2O #LakeChamplain #LiveScope #TournamentFishing #FishingTips #BassFishingTips #ForwardFacingSonar #ProfessionalFishing #FishingPodcast

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Fish Tales has gone rogue. 🎣 Welcome to Fish Tales H2O — now completely independent and better than ever. Hosted by legendary professional angler Byron Velvick, Fish Tales H2O dives into the world of bass fishing, tournament fishing, and life on the water through stories, conversations, fishing tips, and plenty of laughs from more than 40 years in the sport. From legendary anglers and industry icons to unforgettable tournaments, hard-earned lessons, new fishing technology, and the ridiculous stories that can only happen on the water, Byron brings an honest and entertaining look at the people, places, and experiences that have shaped the world of fishing. Expect bass fishing tips, tournament strategies, behind-the-scenes stories, fishing industry insights, special guests, and conversations you probably won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’ve been fishing your entire life or you’re just getting started, there’s always another Fish Tale to tell. Cast off. Pour a drink. Let’s talk fishing.

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  • Creator
    Byron Velvick
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Byron Velvick