Bass Angler Magazine Podcast

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 inst...

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 bait...

• 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 opportuni...

• 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...

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 certai...

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...

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, sp...

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...

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 fis...

Featured Guests Christian Ostrander – BAM California Delta Pro-Am Champion J.D. Madden – BAM California Delta Pro-Am Co-Angler Champion Hosted By Big Ed Everhart In This Episode How Christian Ostrander won the BAM Delta Pro-Am J.D. Madden’s wire-to-wire co-angler victory strategy Fishing behind elite pro anglers and adapting from the back deck Why bluegill-colored Cinco baits were key during the s...

CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP – CALIFORNIA DELTA – Final day conditions and how they positioned fish – Weights and what it took to win – Key turning points on Championship Sunday PRO CHAMPION – CHRISTIAN OSTRANDER – Why he avoided targeting spawning bass – Primary pattern, areas, and adjustments – Baits and execution that produced winning fish – Managing pressure and decision-making late in the event CO-ANGL...

DAY 2 RECAP – MOVING DAY ON THE DELTA – Changing conditions and how they repositioned fish – What it took to make the Top 10 cut – Key decisions that separated the leaders PRO LEADER – CHAD SWEITZER – Pattern development and area selection – Baits and timing windows – Managing pressure and staying efficient – Approach heading into Championship Sunday CO-ANGLER LEADER – J.D. MADDEN – Maximizing co-...

DAY 1 LEADER INSIGHTS Pro leader Mark Casey details his primary pattern and key decisions Co-angler leader J.D. Madden explains how he capitalized on his opportunities Scholastic leader Ryder Staley shares his approach and execution DELTA CONDITIONS & PATTERNS How tides are positioning fish Key areas producing bites on Day 1 Adjustments anglers made throughout the day TECHNIQUES THAT PRODUCED Pres...

Location: Big Break Marina – California Delta Recorded before the BAM Pro/Am competition, this episode captures fresh, in-the-moment insights from anglers who are about to hit the water. THE CALIFORNIA DELTA: A UNIQUE FISHERY Why the Delta fishes differently than lakes and reservoirs Constantly changing conditions driven by tides Endless water = decision-making becomes the separator How fish posit...

Host Michael Bray takes this special episode straight from Blast Off to the Winners Circle following the BAM Kayak Series stop at Lake Don Pedro. This one breaks down exactly how the top anglers separated themselves on a fishery that can be as rewarding as it is challenging. Joining the show are event Champion Isiah West and runner-up Shane Jones, who finished just 0.50 inches apart in a tight rac...

Ty Manterola joins the BAM Podcast to talk through one of the most effective modern finesse techniques—mid strolling—and how anglers are applying it at a high level. What’s covered in this episode: What mid strolling is and when to use it Proper setup: rods, line, and bait selection How to present your bait using forward-facing sonar Reading fish behavior in real time and adjusting on the fly Comm...

Lake Havasu: A True Test of Western Bass Anglers, listen to Luke as he walks you through: Desert fishery with clear water and heavy recreational boat traffic Constantly changing conditions throughout the event High angler pressure with a full field of top-level competitors The Winning Formula Luke Johns breaks down the three baits that produced key bites How bait selection evolved with conditions...

In this episode of the BAMPOD, we engage in a conversation with Super 60 angler Jason Crone, exploring various pertinent topics such as travel, finesse fishing, and Lake Havasu. These topics hold significant relevance for the super 60 anglers who are planning to visit Lake Havasu next week. Jason shares his preferred finesse baits for targeting Havasu and his anticipated findings during his upcomi...

As we commence the new season in the Desert Super 60, angler Cameron Karber provides an insightful analysis of the upcoming event. In an exclusive interview, Karber shares his preferred baits, target locations at the lake, and the anticipated weight range of the anglers competing. https://bass-angler-magazine-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/old-school-fishing-in-the-new-era-of-bass-with-marty-lawr...

Greg Blanchard has achieved significant recognition as a YouTube sensation. His captivating fishing adventures, filmed from a kayak and captured on his GoPro camera, have garnered a substantial following. In this episode, we delve into the upcoming fishing season, explore the essential strategies for successful bass fishing during this time, and examine Greg’s accomplishments on three of our premi...

Ugene Downing has his sights set on moving to the front of the boat, and with his recent win at Lake Shasta, he’s taken a significant step forward. In this episode, Alex Niapas, a renowned swimbait enthusiast, shares his experience of setting the big baits down and following the fish to secure his victory. Following Alex, Eugene Downing takes the stage to discuss how he managed to outmaneuver the...

https://www.facebook.com/bigedfishing/ Episode Notes – BAM Podcast with Big Ed Everhart Guest: Darryl Burkhardt Topic: Building Long-Term Sponsorship Partnerships in Bass Fishing In this episode of the BAM Podcast, host Big Ed Everhart sits down with accomplished angler and marketing strategist Darryl Burkhardt to break down what it really takes to build lasting, meaningful partnerships in the bas...

In this episode, we sit down with BAM Super 60 pro angler Mark Pilgrim, an angler well known for his experience targeting spotted bass in challenging winter conditions. Mark breaks down how seasonal changes impact Shasta’s spotted bass, where fish position as water temperatures drop, and how anglers can adjust their approach to stay consistent during the colder months. What You’ll Hear in This Epi...

The Kayak Division of BAM has crowned a new AOY and his name is Joey Silva. In this episode Joey discusses how he went against the stacked field of Anglers this year and managed to stay so consistent that he was able to take home the most coveted title in Bass Fishing. Joey talks about how grateful he is that BAM has brought this platform to the west coast, what it means to have these opportunitie...

Tyler Madden joins us fresh off securing the 2025 Angler of the Year title. He opens up about what this achievement means to him, how he maintained his focus throughout the year, and the mental game needed to stay consistent across a tough BAM Trail schedule. Tyler also shares insight on the event that nearly derailed his season and how he battled back to stay in contention. We also dive into the...