Bass Angler Magazine Podcast

Mason Mcabee talks with us about the Championship win he just had on Clearlake. He discusses what he learned about a lake he has been fishing since he was 4. He breaks down his bait's his rods. Reels and line for this epic win. Mason discusses what his year on the BAM Trail has meant to him and what it means to have a true Pro Bass trail here on the West coast. This is a great interview given by a...

Born and raised on the California Delta, Jake Arbuckle is as true a Delta angler as they come. After grinding all season to earn his spot in the BAM Super 60 Championship, Jake sits down to discuss what makes Clear Lake such a perfect fishery for a season finale. He also offers his thoughts on who might walk away with the title (even though we didn’t let him pick himself!). So kick back, relax, an...

Fishing as a Co-Angler can be one of the toughest yet most rewarding ways to break into professional bass fishing. In this episode, Roy and Paul share how they’ve made careers fishing from the back of the boat — offering insight from more than 75 years of combined experience. They dive into: -Their go-to baits and setups for success from the back deck -Mindset and strategy when competing alongside...

Bryant Smith has been fishing the Delta with his Dad for years and has never had a Big win until now. In this episode we talk about all three days of the event the lures he chose the tide he was looking for and how he made it all come together to secure the win. kick back and enjoy this episode it has a lot of good tips and tricks that could help you do well on your next trip to the California Del...

63 of the West best Pro and Co-anglers converged on Lake Almanor in Chester California to see who would be the Pro-Am Champion. When the dust settled it was a 21 year old from Simpson College, Sponsored by Bridgford that was able to take home the Basscat boat, the giant BAM trophy and the title of Champion. The Anglers name BRENNAN OSBORN! In this episode he breaks down the emotions of winning the...

What You’ll Learn How Ron dialed in a tournament-winning pattern on the Columbia The key presentations and baits he relied on Reading current, wind, and river features to stay on quality fish Adjustments from Day 1 to Championship Day Mental game: decision making, confidence, and time management Newly crowned Columbia River champion Ron Mace walks us through his full game plan — from practice to w...

For every angler (young or old), the Bassmaster Classic represents the ultimate dream. Few can imagine what it feels like to roll through the Classic watching the anglers one by one weighing in on the big stage—then just a few short years later, you find yourself competing on that big stage. That’s the path of Laker Howell , and it’s a story that resonates with every aspiring angler. In this episo...

In this episode, Big Ed sits down with Tournament Director Michael Bray for an honest and wide-ranging discussion about the BAM Trail’s second season. Topics include: Season Recap: How 2025 unfolded across BAM’s tournaments Ups & Downs: Challenges faced and lessons learned along the way Event Highlights: Memorable moments from the Kayak Trail, Pro-Am Series, and Super 60 Looking Ahead: What angler...

The 2025 BAM Pro-Am season began with a windy weather-shortened event, and fittingly, it ended the same way. During the final stop at the Columbia River , local pro Zackery Shaff embraced the challenging conditions, stating, “Bring it on,” before dominating a stacked field of top Western pro-am anglers. He secured his victory by more than six pounds, thanks in part to a massive 7.74-pound largemou...

Frog Fishing Mastery Scott breaks down his approach to frog fishing with a level of detail that only comes from years on the water. He discusses: How he targets key structures What types of water and cover trigger bites His go-to frogs and colors Seasonal strategies beyond just the Delta Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just learning to walk the frog, this segment is packed with actionable tips...

Mike Matkowski took home the win at the BAM Trail event on Potholes Reservoir with a remarkable performance. In this episode, Mike walks us through his tournament-winning approach, detailing the specific baits that helped him land fish and the areas he targeted throughout the competition. He shares his thoughts on how he adapted to the water conditions and how he strategically fished the reservoir...

Mastering Summertime Bass Fishing Roy walks us through his approach to bass behavior during the hot summer months. As fish shift to deeper or cooler water, having a seasonal strategy becomes key. He explains the importance of identifying shade lines, current, and thermoclines, and how those elements affect bass location and feeding patterns. Clear Water vs Stained Water Tactics One of the highligh...

 BAM Podcast: Ish Monroe’s Delta Victory & the Future of Competitive Fishing Episode Summary: In this episode, West Coast legend Ish Monroe joins us fresh off his big win at the California Delta during the BAM Pro/Am! Ish breaks down his approach to the Delta, the key areas he targeted, and the baits that made the difference. He shares insight into how he reads the water, his winning strategy, and...

Episode Summary In this exclusive BAM Podcast episode, Bass Angler Magazine CEO and BAM Tournament Trail President Mark Lassagne joins the mic to share insights on the evolution of the BAM Trail. Now entering its second year, the trail has expanded rapidly—introducing new divisions and becoming the premier bass fishing series on the West Coast. Building the Trail: How BAM Grew from a Vision to a M...

From Idaho’s Glacier Lakes to the Colorado River Lake Mohave is a challenging and dynamic body of water that demands adaptability, especially for anglers used to different fisheries. Karl, who hails from the glacier-fed lakes of Idaho, faced a steep learning curve. But instead of being intimidated by the change in conditions, he embraced it. In this episode, he shares: How he prepped for the tourn...

A Look at the Next Generation of Bass Fishing The future of bass fishing is in good hands. In our previous episode, Greg Gutierrez and Big Ed emphasized the importance of supporting young anglers. This episode picks up that thread by highlighting the impact of driven, young competitors like Nathan Phillips , Luke Johns , Asher Haynes , Tyler Madden , and of course, Ty Manterola . These names are l...

A New Era for West Coast Bass Fishing The West Coast has been waiting for a trail that provides real opportunities for anglers to build a career in bass fishing — and the BAM Trail Super 60 has arrived. With big payouts and big-time exposure, this trail is already making an impact. Double G Delivers in the Inaugural Event What happens when a seasoned pro like Greg Gutierrez shows up to fish the ve...

Spring Bass Fishing & Super 60 Talk with Beau Fletcher | BAM Podcast Episode Title : Spring Bass Fishing and Super 60 Insights with Beau Fletcher Guest : Beau Fletcher – Oregon Pro Bass Angler & Super 60 Pro Host : Ed Everhart Duration : 1 hr 9 mins Listen On : Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts Springtime Strategies with Beau Fletcher In this episode, Oregon Pro B...

In the Second stop of the BAM Trail Pro-Am division it took some great consistency and hard work to outlast this stacked field of amazing anglers. In the end it was Co-Angler Thaddeus Vinson And Pro Angler Christian Ostrander that took the top honors. In this Episode of the Bam Pod these two great anglers sit down and discuss the lures they used, the approach they took and how they got the winning...

Ish Monroe one of the Bass worlds greatest ambassadors talks with the BamPod about how to catch big bass in the pre-spawn. He discusses how and where plus what to use for quality success in the early spring fishing season. Later he discusses the up coming super 60 season for him and some recap on last years events. He is an angler with 27+ years of experience so when he drops some info on you it w...

Marty Lawrence has been on the FLW Tour, Apex Tour and now the Bam Trail. During his years of fishing he has seen a ton of this country and fished all over it now securely on the west coast he comes on the Bam Pod and talks about traveling, Fishing with traditional tactics and how much he is looking forward to this years events. You can still fish the old school tactics in this tech world and fish...

Alex Niapas and Randy Pierson give you some insights into how they approached lake Shasta during the recent Bam Trail Pro Am. They both Talk about the lures they used the areas they fished and where they found the bass positioning during the tournament. This is great information drop by the 1st and 2nd place anglers along with the fact that both anglers dropped 18+ pound bags on the scales and Ran...

Long time San Diego Native Cameron Smith opens up and discusses the way he fishes Swimbaits now that he is on the East Coast. He grew up fishing in the San Diego lakes cutting his teeth on some of the early swimbaits and rat style baits. In this episode we discuss some of the changes he has had to make as he has now made his way to Massachusetts. He gives some great insights in to the very unusual...

In this episode, Josh Parris sits down with the one and only Big Ed Everhart to dive deep into the art of West Coast swimbait fishing. As one of the top swimbait anglers on the West Coast, Josh has spent years targeting giant bass and perfecting his craft. With Big Ed leading the conversation, Josh opens up about his favorite baits, the subtle alterations he makes, and the gear he relies on to lan...

Key Topics Covered with Jim Vretzos 1. Unlocking the Mystique of the A-Rig The A-Rig is a proven fish-catcher, yet many anglers still approach it with low confidence. Jim Vretzos breaks down the barriers, sharing insights from his years of experience. 2. How to Set Up the A-Rig for Success Learn Jim’s tried-and-true techniques for rigging, presenting, and fishing the A-Rig, making it a go-to bait...