Jigs and Bigs

Dive into Episode 180 of Jigs and Bigs with a special twist! 🎣 Join us as we welcome the fantastic Debo as our guest host, taking the reins with charisma and expertise. 🎙️ Tune in as we tackle Bobby's kayak equipment conundrums, dive into listener questions for Debo, and explore his unforgettable first kayak fishing escapade. 🚣‍♂️ Get hooked on the latest buzz around Zman products in our &#3...

Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the world of fishing gear and techniques that every angler needs to know. In this episode, we shine a spotlight on "Dark Horse Tackle" - uncovering their innovative products and exploring how they're changing the fishing game. Join us as we explore the finesse jig technique, a subtle yet highly effective approach to lure...

Diving into the Evolution of Online Multi-Species Scavenger Hunts 🎣🎙️ | Ep. 178 of Jigs and Bigs feat. Cody Dobberstein from Reaction Tackle: Unveiling Game-Changing Updates and Crankbait Spotlight 🐟 #FishingTournament #Podcast Call the J+B Hotline! 1+ (413) 324-8519 (Questions, comments, FTG, and more) BECOME A JIGHEAD HERE: https://rebrand.ly/bf8612 Thanks to our Show Partners! Dark Horse Tack...

Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we tackle pressing environmental issues and delve into the world of fishing and record-keeping. In this episode, we shed light on the distressing problem of jet ski operators causing harm to the beloved manatees. Join us as we explore potential solutions and discuss ways to protect these gentle marine creatures. We are thrilled to have a special guest,...

We have him back guys; Shawn… the um, "guy"? The artist formerly known as Shawn the Fisherman has returned and gives all the filthy details behind what had caused him to take a step back from fishing. He TELLS ALL, leaves in ALL the names of those that had done him wrong and explains EXACTLY why and how he got to this point! We also have a great discussion on the importance of keeping th...

What a wild show on tap for you guys! Shawn is still on hiatus, but we have Kris Ellis [Mr. Tight Lines] joining us as guest cohost for the episode, we get caught up with him and get his perspective on some of our topics! First off, YES; we have a brand new partner in Dark Horse Tackle! We have a great conversation with Josh Chitwood and Zechariah Fullard; the true dynamic duo behind DHT! That’s n...

This week we have a special Guest cohost for you, Anthony Romeo aka Tony from Fresh Baitz joins WTFIJB and BRB in STF’s seat this week! We run through our weeks on the water and get everyone up to speed on the current Multi Species Scavenger Hunt for this month! We also talk about a recent video that surfaced out of Cape Cod MA, showing two poachers loading Striped Bass into a trunk. In our JTT se...

It’s officially JULY and the Multi Species Scavenger Hunt has begun! Hear about how the action has started up kicking off a month of fun. Plus, Bobby shares a story about losing a freaking toad and manages to turn it into a learning opportunity in JTT this week! Then, we get into some sailboat shenanigans at the ramp in FTG. No special guest in the beef seat, but we allow out jig heads a chance to...

This week, we start with a little retraction about our FTG last week. Mistakes were made, and we wanted to set everything right for this episode. We discuss some really tragic local news out of a local fishery. We talk about how to care for your fish in the livewell and take steps to preserve them as best as possible. We shake things up big time in our BOTW segment too, where the topic is SHAKEY H...

This week, Shawn the fisherman returns and explains why we haven’t heard from him in a week. The guys discuss their past week’s on the water, all the highs, lows and accompanying tomfoolery that goes with fishing as much as we do. Our FTG is a great one that will absolutely have you a little fired up. We return to the discussion of stick baits in BOTW, but this time it’s about the details in riggi...

What a wild show! Shawn has a bit of a medical issue preventing him from making the show this week, so our homegirl Ely Noelle joins us as guest co-host! We review our week’s on the water, and discuss Mid-Summer Mayhem a Nationwide Bass tournament coming on 7/16! We discuss some conservation ignorance that has BRB all kinds of fired up. Plus we review topwater baits intended for non-slop condition...

This week we have a jam packed show full of fishing goodness! Bobby has an epic fail, nearly an FTG from fishing Quabbin Reservoir last week. Plus, he’s been diving into all the features of his electronics on the kayak and it’s legit mind blowing! Who the Fuck is Joe Brown fills us in on a little epic fail of his own and lets us know how much of a grin it was in his weeknight local derb! Shawn spe...

A bet was made and Bobby was a co-angler in a big boat open tournament at the Oxbow/CT River for Berkshire Bass. Was it a good idea on Memorial Day Weekend? You will find out! We go real old school in BOTW and talk Beetle Spins! Chrissy Radwilowicz joins Bobby in the beef seat too, and we talk all kinds of good fishy stuff, even talk about her new PB! BECOME A JIGHEAD HERE: https://rebrand.ly/bf86...

Another week and another fantastic show just for YOU! We figure out the consequence for this upcoming Berkshire Bass Tournament, finding Shawn and Joe competing against one another. We also review our weeks and the fishing action we have been involved with. Who are Chaz and Gail and why do they suck? Find out in FTG, and in our BOTW segment we take a look at when brand loyalty gets a little stupid...

What a WIIIIIIILD week! Shawn has been on a Muti Species run while pre-fishing, and Bobby has managed to pick up a couple more points as well! We have a story that we don’t hear about too often here at the J&B Camp. Shawn (and a large amount of other Anglers at that) took a skunk for the last MAKB West Tournament. What’s good is that Shawn gives us a little insight on how he rebounded and how...

The last 7 days have been so crazy for the J&B Crew. The May National Scavenger Hunt kicked off, and it’s been a blast! Bobby and Shawn were on separate trips to legendary lakes, and you can hear all about the adventures they’ve had. Plus, Joe and Ryan Anderson had a nice little 3rd place finish in a casual weeknight tournament series! We have Delirious Angler joining us for an interview recor...

What an absolutely unbelievable show you’re about to digest into your ear holes. This week we have Caleb Bell of Bassquest Fishing Charters joining us for the first time since the trip to Chattanooga in March! We get to know Caleb more ask an Angler and learn quite a bit from this wealth of experience that he’s bringing to the table. We also look back at the best week of quality fish that Bobby’s...

This show is packed with fishing excitement! Three dudes, all who hit the water EXTREMELY hard since out last episode… we discuss our very different experiences. Let’s pour a little out for BRB’s lost moneybag, packed with too many pieces of tackle. We also have a call to action for our listeners in our FTG segment this week. Plus we talk swim jigs in Bait of the Week! Register for the J&B May...

This week, you’re not going to hear about Joe’s Tournament, but you WILL hear about the record Shawn broke on Sunday 4/16! Bobby fills us in on his weekend outing with Binya Outdoors, and the first send of 2023 in the Native Titan 13.5! We also do a little oversharing and educating! Buckle up jabronis, it’s time to get jiggy! BECOME A JIGHEAD HERE: https://rebrand.ly/bf8612 Thanks to our Show Part...

This week all three of the boys managed to get out on the water for the first time in 2023! From tailgating stocking trucks, to more livescope learning all the way to disrupting a regatta, we manage it all! Plus, we finally reveal what Rig-X actually is! We double down in some great etiquette tips. We also have Nik Quinn, an OK based tournament angler and guide on the ol’ “Dirty Bird” and Lake Euf...

This week we decided to indulge WTFIJB a bit and try out an AI intro. What do ya know, it kind of delivered! We discuss a lot in here and wanna give a big shout out to our newest listener, Tom Brady!!! We talk about fishing mentality and how to improve the fishing community for FREE! Plus, we get into some real life examples of people that could learn a thing or two from our show. Then, we get hea...

What a show! We are hot off the heels of the CT Fishing and Outdoors Show to put the wraps on show season. We review the experience and do a haul of our new stuff! We actually have several FTG’s for the week but the main meat and potatoes involves shit sleeping conditions at high quality prices! We also feature Abay Lures in our BOTW segment, which is in segment three because I’m a moron! Chronic...

We’ve made it past St. Paddy’s Day and it is confirmed that Spring is closing in. Joe and Bobby each visited the NE Swimbait Expo, and dropped a little coin on some baits they’re stoked to throw! Plus we each managed to squeeze a quick bank send or two in this week as well. New Shirt Alert in the Jigs and Bigs Merch store for you too! Shawn’s putting the final touches on his new Jackson Knarr by g...

Fantastic show this week and we covered SOOO much for ya! We start out talking about a report that came out a week or so ago regarding a number of Massachusetts bodies of water that have some troubling levels of PFAS/Forever Chemicals in them. We (mainly Shawn) goes in depth about how last week’s clock change has impacted sleep schedules for another six month window. Will this madness EVER end? In...

Unbelievable show this week that’s recorded on location from Hixson TN! Check out the links of the great folks we’ve mentioned in the show: Caleb Bell/Bass Quest Fishing Charters: https://rebrand.ly/a58p6e6 Follow on IG: @bassquest_fishing_charters Talkin’ Tackle Outfitters & Lodge: https://rebrand.ly/fkzu42r Follow on IG: @talkintackle Jackall DERA BREAK Mini Bladed Jig: https://rebrand.ly/7c...