The Flippin' Sticks and Throwin' Lead Podcast

Shaun and Tasker are joined by Bassmaster Elite Series angler Jeff "Gussy" Gustafson. We talk about the hurdled to climb as a Canadian to make it to the top of the fishing world. Gussy shares advice for anyone that wants to try and compete at any level. What to expect on the 2023 Elite Series and can Gussy WIN the Bassmaster Classic? Plus we swap spots and stories fishing Sturgeon Bay, W

Shaun and Tasker get you caught up on what's going on in the outdoors and share the top 6 things what will get you a citation from game wardens. Plus they visit some of the biggest superstitions of hunters and anglers. 

Shaun and Tasker are joined by Clam Pro Jon Reznack to chat about general fishing mindsets and preview some of the newest ice fishing tackle that Clam Pro Tackle just released at their Pro Day. Finally Jon surprises the gang with something.

Wags and Tasker are joined by Greg "Kaz" Kazmierski Chair of Wisconsin’s Natural Resources Board and owner of Buckrub Outfitters in Pewaukee to discuss the state of hunting in Wisconsin. There is so much more behind the scenes that goes into policy setting, what is Pittman Robertson money and what is it's purpose plus we explore what it will take to preserve hunting traditions in many states. 

Wags and Tasker chat about the start of bow season in Wisconsin and share some goals for the overall rest of the year. Shaun also updates on the Canadian border waterfowl issue as well as the latest in the Wyoming corner crossing drama. Wags shares his experience learning how to use a climbing stand and finally Shaun and Tasker do a bag dump to share what they use while out bow hunting whitetails.

Wags and Tasker share what they've been doing to prepare for the Wisconsin bow season opener. How the team at BuckRub Outfitters help us get set and keeps us sharp all year. Plus we share a new ruling that won't let hunters bring certain game out of Canada. And Is it illegal to shoot your bow in the city?

Shaun and Tasker, fresh from Canada recap a few stories that didn't make the show from Ballard's Black Island. Then we discuss freezer management season and some of Tasker's favorite ways to use venison before the new season. Shaun recaps the drama of the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2022 that wrapped up in LaCrosse, Wisconsin and then gives a quick breakdown of the 2023 Elite Series schedule.

Shaun and Tasker are joined by Gary Moeller General Manger of Ballards Black Island in Ontario Canada. We share some of our experience staying and fishing at Ballards Black Island as both a return guest and a first time guest. Is it's really as easy as show up and catch fish? Plus we talk about some of the challenges that the resort and travel industry has faced the last 3 years. From a pandemic,...

Wags and Tasker discuss the latest from around the Midwest including how two young Wisconsin anglers are putting the Midwest on the fishing map, plus the secret weapon that Wisconsin and Minnesota have that lets us grow well rounded anglers ready to be pro. Wags talks about what he got at his latest stop at Buck Rub Outfitter, Tasker gets more excited for bow season and we talk about why it's bett...

Shaun and Tasker are joined by Nick Van Gompel, winner of the 2022 Salmon-a-rama in southeastern Wisconsin. What's most impressive about Nick's win is that he did it from a KAYAK!?! We discuss what it takes to fish salmon from a kayak. Safety on the water and what basic things you need to be able to catch salmon on big water. Finally we wrap up talking about pairing beer with fish and what's ahead...

Wags and Tasker air some grievances before beginning this week's show where Shaun shares a crazy story about a lady attacking bear hunters, a 60" Musky caught and why does a company wants to start making fishing baits out of sand? Tasker then breaks down the difference in tick and mosquito repellent products and how each one helps or hurts hunters. Shaun also breaks down one of his most mentally c...

Wags and Tasker tackle some of the newest trends in the outdoors this week. Plus Tasker asks you expandable broad-heads or fixed blade? Shaun had an eye opening moment that we all can learn from while helping teach others about things in the outdoors. And what made Shaun stand up on his kayak and begin screaming across a lake at another boat? We need you to weigh in!

Shaun and Tasker tackle a list of topics including some more icast stuff and ask the question "Should iCast be a public event?" Plus we find out that Tasker knows a Bassmaster Elite Series pro, why target shooting you bow hurts you as a hunter. Plus we revisit some of the funny conversations we have among family and friends and why Tasker is ALWAYS on brand!

Wags and Tasker debate the all time best summer food. From watermelon to s'mores there are many debated best foods. Plus the gang discusses the latest change in professional bass fishing qualification, a new Mountain Dew flavor and what is the Full Buck Moon? Plus what is it's relevance to lovers of the outdoors?

Shaun and Tasker share how the 4th of July weekend went including some boat problems for both. Shaun shares a 5 star review of a customer service situation he had. Plus we chat about the controversy about repealing Pittman Roberson funding, why you shouldn't take meth if you're going coyote hunting and Tasker has a strange story that happened on a safari hunt in Africa. Finally Shaun previews some...

SPECIAL EDITION: Wags and Tasker discuss a list of things that you can nad should be doing now to help you succeed in bagging a whitetail this fall. Food plots, ground prep, gear, timelines and moon phases all are covered in this show recorded LIVE at BuckRub Outfitters in Pewaukee, WI

Shaun and Tasker share memories of time outdoors with "Dad". And we are joined by a pretty famous dad and country music superstar, who also has a very famous dad that he owes alot to; Thomas Rhett joins us. Plus we share some great gift ideas for the outdoors dad in your life.

Shaun and Tasker are talking this week about the lure that changed the fishing game and why they are so expensive. Plus they talk about poachers in northern Wisconsin, an animal scaring people in the area, and Shaun says you won't believe what catfish will eat!

Shaun and Tasker discuss some adventures on the water over the holiday weekend including a PSA of what NOT to do if your boat isn't working. Tasker also has an interesting theory about the whitetail season ahead based on something he's been noticing on the highway. Plus Shaun and Tasker talk about some fishing basics and why this show is meant to help and make outdoors approachable and not intimid...

Wags and Tasker share some great deals outdoors enthusiasts can take advantage of over the Memorial Day Weekend. Plus we revisit something the Wisconsin DNR started this spring with trail cameras, how's wags coaching career going? And Tasker talks about the record breaking BASS event at Lake Fork and what we all could learn as conservationists.

Wags and Tasker share the hilarity of their most recent outdoor outings including a crappie day on the water, a 20 minute hunt and would people actually come to a live recording of the show at a baseball game? Plus an over 5lb sunfish was just caught and the group asks why is spearfishing not allowed on inland lakes. Finally we find out how Tasker was "turtled".

Shaun and Tasker are talking about the affect of fishing bedded bass. Plus they are talking about a new program the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is implementing to get trail cam owners involved, how fast is the elk population growing in Wisconsin, why are wild fires a concern even with a wet spring and a tribute to the father of modern bass fishing, the late Ray Scott.

Shaun and Tasker are in studio discussing the fishing opener in Wisconsin and the midwest along with some updates on the Wyoming corner crossing case, why did a restaurant have over 350 shark fins in the freezer? And there is a cool NEW feature on the show that will allow you to connect with us while listening on the iHeartRadio app. Shaun also shares his newest fishing storage project along with...

Tasker is joined by Clam Pro Jon Reznack and Snapback Outdoors Vince Markwiese to talk muskellunge fishing. Does it really take 10,000 casts to catch a musky? Plus we explore what links bow hunters and Musky anglers. And one of Wisconsin's hidden gem Musky lakes is revealed.

Tasker is joined this week by the man behind the popular social media account Okayest Hunter. Perhaps you've seen their content on Instagram or TikTok recently. Eric Clark joins the boys to talk about the mission behind Okayest Hunter and what role social media plays in the outdoors world.