MidWest Outdoors Podcast

This week we're joined by Bassmaster Elite Angler Mark Menendez to talk about his home water, Kentucky Lake and Bassmaster Angler Trevor McKinney about fishing Lake of the Ozarks. Later, we talk with Capt. Dumper Dan of Dumper Dan's Sportfishing Charters and Capt. Louie Dazzo of Get Hooked Guide Service about chasing the fall salmon. Also featured is must have gear for fall salmon fishing from St....

Welcome to the re-launch of The MidWest Outdoors Podcast. Host Jim O'Neil informs and educates on current news, fishing reports, and outdoor tips. This episode features multi-species pro Jason Mitchell and Bassmaster Elite Series Alex Redwine. Our Main guest is Bob Downey, a professional bass fisherman from Minnesota. the show wraps up with the Wild Game Kitchen as Jeff Benda puts his spin on the...

Brad has dedicated the last few decades to chasing river cats. Today we learn more about Brad and what drives him to keep chasing channel cats!

We sit down to talk and learn more about Chicagoland native, MWO fan, and professional bass angler Matt Stefan.

Forward facing sonar is the hottest thing to hit the fishing industry over the last few years, but with that comes some downside. Smallmouth guru Ben Nowak sits down and talks about when, where and why he turns his forward facing sonar off in order to catch more fish. 

We caught up with legendary angler Mike "IKE" Iaconelli at the ICAST 2022 Show in Orlando, Fl, to talk about what the new generation of anglers need to be doing to prepare for a career in professional bass fishing. 

Jason Mitchell knows just about all there is when it comes to walleye fishing, even more so when talking about a river system. We sit down with Jason to have him spill all his secrets when it comes to targeting these early season 'eyes.

Brian 'Bro' Brosdahl is one of the most accomplished and well known anglers the Midwest has to offer. In part 2 we dive into more about Bro as well as ice fishing strategies for the beginning as well as the advanced ice fisherman.

Brian 'Bro" Brosdahl is one of the most accomplished and well known anglers the Midwest has to offer. In this 2 part series, we will learn more about how 'Bro' got his start into fishing, some of his experiences, as well as ice fishing strategies you need to know, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned veteran.    Brian 'Bro' Brosdahl Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7393383192...

It's the time of year when anglers put their boats away and head for the woods, while others patiently wait for ice to cover the lakes. On this edition of the MWO podcast, we are talking with long-time tournament angler and MWO writer Glenn Walker. Glenn shares some of his recommendations on what proactive maintenance you should be doing to your boat right now to make sure you are ready to go for...

In this episode of the MWO Podcast, we met up with Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Brandon Card at ICAST 2021 in Orlando, Fla.  Brandon is a former college angler and discusses the different career paths fishermen can pursue. Whether it's tournament fishing or a career within the fishing community, Brandon discusses how to achieve your end goal.

There are a lot of people who work 'behind the scenes' to make sure your waterways and fields are stocked with fish and game and that they are accessible to you, the outdoors enthusiast. On this podcast, MidWest Outdoors publisher Dan Ferris speaks with two of them: Colleen Callahan, Director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Bill Cullerton, Board Member the Illinois Conser...

For the past several years, it seems that every time you pull into a boat ramp, there are just as many kayak trailers as boat trailers. On this episode we are talking with kayak angler and MWO writer Dave Mull to learn more about why kayak fishing is becoming so popular. Dave's expertise with kayak fishing goes back a couple of decades, and he currently writes a kayak fishing column in MidWest Out...

Early spring smallmouth fishing is some of the most exciting fishing you will have all year. On this episode of the MidWest Outdoors podcast we'll be talking with Benjamin Nowak, a top Michigan angler who spends the majority of his time chasing bronze backs. We pick his brain so that you can learn new methods and techniques to land one for yourself. Listen and learn from one of the Midwest's best...

Today we tell 'Fish Tails'; the fishing stories and memories that stick with us that keep us passionate about getting back on the water. Today's guests are MWO's own Larry Ladowski, ND Hall of Fame angler and Host of 2 outdoor shows Jason Mitchell, and legendary fishing guide and fishing promoter Brian "Bro" Brosdahl.

First released back in January of 2015, this episode is still one of our most popular. Let's listen back to when we sat down with legendary fisherman, Al Linder. Al talks about fishing, life in general, and a whole lot more in this throwback edition of MidWest Outdoors Podcast!

Ice fishing secrets for your best season ever! Part 2 with Matt Johnson from Clam & Ice Team.

Canada is a veritable wonderland for anglers, and who better to unlock its potential for us Yanks than veterans Don Lamont and Alex Keszler? Hear their unique perspectives on the tools, tips, and tactics to locate and hookup with all the incredible species haunting those frigid provincial lakes. This interview begins in the December, 2019 issue of MidWest Outdoors Magazine.

Have your best ice-fishing season ever! Pat Smith dishes his best secrets. This interview begins in November, 2019 issue of MidWest Outdoors magazine.

It might have been possible for Tony Roach to slide into a spot in the fishing biz by trading on his last name, because his uncle is Mr. Walleye, Gary Roach. But Tony didn't do it that way. Find out how he catches fish in changing conditions, the real key to his success.

For 30 years, Mark, and brother Terry Drury have been leading the way, helping people become better hunters. In this episode, Mark talks about principles of success in the various domains of bowhunting whitetails, and the revolutionary deer movement predicting and tracking tool he created called DeerCast.

'Bobber' Anne Orth has humbly and quietly forged a fishing career landing her in two halls of fame. A fixture in the Gapen Company, her story includes growing up on a turkey farm and becoming a licensed pilot.

Two people from the same Midwest family make it big in pro bass fishing? This is the story of Jonathon VanDam, nephew of fishing legend Kevin VanDam, on MidWest Outdoors Podcast.

In the past, it's only been the brave, the indefatigable, and the slightly insane who would bother chasing muskies. After all, there's a reason they're called "the fish of ten thousand casts." But fear not mere sane mortal and benefit from angling pro Jeff Andersen's countless casts to lessen your learning curve. Jeff breaks down the basics of coaxing these monsters to the hook and offers sensible...

Your best fishing season ever. It means different things to different anglers...right? Right. That's why we connected with three anglers whose diverse backgrounds and specialties combine to give you the tools needed to launch your best season ever. Marianne Huskey, Barb Carey, and Tom Nuestrom team up to get you started right!