The walleye files Podcast

What makes a fly-in fishing trip unforgettable? In this episode of The Walleye Files, Brandon sits down with Thunderhook Fly-ins guides Riley and Aaren to pull back the curtain on life at camp. From trophy walleye and northern pike to the day-to-day experiences on the water Thunderhook is a must-see destination for anglers to return too year after year!   Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-ins Image 36...

This week's episode of The Walleye Files features a tackle talk with Mitch Daun about the versatility of using a simple night crawler. Brandon and Mitch talk rigging, bait care, presentation, speed, and much more to help you catch more fish on your next trip on the water! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly Ins Vanderkooi Tree Service Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Wave Pro Walleye Nation Creations Striker...

This episode of The Walleye Files: Un-Hooked we step away from the tournament scene for a few days to enjoy what matters most. Making memories with family and friends! First Brandon teams up with his wife Nicole and then his best friend Kyle as they chase big Green Bay walleyes. No pressure, no weigh ins- just good company! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-Ins Striker Brands Vanderkooi Tree Service I...

The National Walleye Tour heads to legendary Bay De Noc and there's no better person to help break it down than freshwater fishing hall of famer Jason Przekurat! In this episode of The Walleye Files, Jason and Brandon share their thoughts on seasonal patterns and key factors that could decide this event.   Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-ins Image 360 inc Vanderkooi Tree Service Crown Trophy Wavepro...

Fresh off back to back top 5 finishes to start the NWT season, Gage Gordon joins The Walleye Files to discuss the work ethic, drive, and mind set that has fueled his success. We break down his start to the season, his approach to tournament fishing, and why he's never been afraid to put in the work to chase his goals!   Presented by: Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Striker Brands Thunderhook Fly-Ins Wa...

The First Episode of The Walleye Files: Between the Tanks is here! We kick things off for stop #1 of the National Walleye Tour season on mighty Lake Erie with big wind and waves. From the highs of finding fish to the pressure of making the right decisions when it counts, this is an inside look at what tournament fishing really feels like. Presented by: Striker Brands Thunderhook Fly-Ins Vanderkooi...

This week on The Walleye Files, rising walleye standout Beau Schilling joins the show! We talk tournament mind set, consistency, Lake Oahe, breaking down water, guiding, gear, and more of what it takes to compete at a high level in todays game!   Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-Ins Striker Brands Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Wave Pro LLC Vanderkooi Tree Service Bellevue Spice...

This episode of The Walleye Files Un-Hooked features the first stop of the Sheboygan Walleye Club for Brandon and Nicole as well as some time fun fishing chasing big Green Bay Walleyes!   Presented by: Thunderhook Fly Ins Vanderkooi Tree Service Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Striker Brands Wave Pro LLC Bellevue Spice Co

Stop 2 of the National Walleye Tour is here, and all eyes turn to the massive waters of Lake Oahe. Brandon sits down with local pro Drew Schutz and they break down what to expect in Mobridge—from current conditions and fish movements to key patterns, strategy, and what it’ll take to cash a check. Plus, our picks, predictions, and anglers to watch heading into one of the biggest challenges of the s...

In this episode of The Walleye Files, I break down how my boat is rigged to handle heavy waves- dialing in the jack plate, graph mounts, maximizing protection with windshields, and leaning on WavePro LLC seat pedestals to keep me stable and fish longer when it gets rough. Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-Ins Striker Brands Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Bellevue Spice Co Wave Pro...

This episode of The Walleye Files Unhooked heads to Green Bay out of Oconto for a day chasing giant post-spawn walleyes. Big water, hard strikes, and some true Green Bay giants hit the net in this episode!   Presented by: Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Thunderhook Fly Ins Vanderkooi Tree Service Wave Pro LLC Walleye Nation Creations Striker Brands

Fresh off the first National Walleye Tour stop on Lake Erie, we sit down with tournament winner Austin Tomasek to break it all down. From practice adjustments to key decisions on game day, Austin walks us through how it all came together—and what it really took to come out on top!  

This week on The Walleye Files we kick off the National Walleye Tour season with Lake Erie. One of the biggest wildcards on tour, were breaking down where the fish should be, what it'll take to be consistent, who could win, and who can make a big push towards winning angler of the year! Presented by: Striker Brands Vanderkooi Tree Service Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Thunder...

Breaking down one of the most dynamic walleye fisheries in the country- this episode of The Walleye Files dives deep into dissecting water on the Bay of Green Bay. From identifying structure to understanding current Brandon walks through how he sees parts of Green Bay! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-Ins Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Vanderkooi Tree Service Walleye Nation Creations Striker Brands Belle...

This week on The Walleye Files we're previewing the upcoming National Walleye Tour season with a loaded group of anglers! David Hoisington, Andy Travis, Scott Rohloff Mason Propst, and Cody Northrop sit down with Brandon and break down their respective home stops on this years schedule! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly Ins Striker Brands Vanderkooi Tree Service Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nati...

This Tackle Talk Tuesday we sit down with Dan Harper and break down one of fishing's most underutilized and debated topics - bait scent. Is it just confidence in a bottle or does it really help you catch fish? Brandon and Dan dive into when scent makes a difference, how fish use smell, and the best ways to apply it to your baits! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly Ins Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Vanderk...

Two absolute giants of the sport join Brandon on this episode of The Walleye Files in a rare and special conversation. "Mr. Walleye" Gary Roach and "The Original Champ" Mark Martin share stories from the decades on the water that help shape and mold the modern walleye world. This episode isn't just about fishing, it's about legacy, friendship, and the history of walleye angling told by the men who...

This week on The Walleye Files Brandon and Dan Harper dissect baits and presentations best used after ice out! From Lake Erie to Green Bay and everywhere in between these tactics are sure to help you put a few more walleyes in the boat! Presented by: Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Striker Brands Thunderhook Fly-Ins Lake Effect Lures Bellevue Spice Co Walleye Nation Creations

On this episode of The Walleye Files Un-Hooked, Brandon chases big Green Bay perch with his dad Jerry! The Lake Effect Lures rods and 4mm tungsten's were doing their job as they iced a pile of eaters! Presented by:  ⁨@lakeeffectlures⁩   ⁨@StrikerBrands⁩   ⁨@thunderhookflyins⁩   ⁨@WalleyeNationCreations⁩  Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Bellevue Spice Co

In this episode we deep dive into the legendary Mark Martin Fishing Vacation School. A one-of-a-kind experience led by Mark himself and his staff. We're not only joined by Mark in this episode but also his students and pro staff to hear them share their experiences of what it's like to learn from the best and experience such an amazing school with the help of the Cheboygan Area Visitors Bureau! Pr...

The National Walleye Tour announced a major shake up for the 2027 season as well as the rules and fact sheets for the 2026 season! Brandon Ruffolo and Mitch Daun sit down and discuss!   Presented by: Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Lake Effect Lures Striker Brands Walleye Nation Creations Thunderhook Fly Ins Bellevue Spice Co

In this episode, Brandon sits down with walleye legend and hall of famer Mike Gofron to talk tournament mindset, consistency, and the lessons he's learned over decades on the water. Mike breaks down what separates great anglers from the rest and shares stories and strategies that any walleye angler can learn from.   Presented by: Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Lake Effect Lures Thunderhook Fly Ins Wal...

This weeks episode of The Walleye Files we sit down with Austin Crossman of the Bay of Green Bay Chapter of Walleyes for Tomorrow. We talk conservation and about their banquet on February 19th Presented by: Striker Brands Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Lake Effect Lures Thunderhook Fly Ins Bellevue Spice Co

This week's Tackle Talk Tuesday Brandon and Dan Harper dive into their favorite trolling baits! Trolling is an incredibly important part of fishing and they guys stress the importance of being efficient with their equipment as well as reading current and weather conditions! Presented by: Thunderhook Fly-Ins Lake Effect Lures Striker Brands Walleye Nation Creations Image 360 inc Walleye Nation Crea...

In this episode of The Walleye Files, Brandon sits down with NWT and AIM Champion Isaac Lakich to talk about dreams, betting on yourself, and what it takes to make it happen on the water. Isaac opens up about the grind, the setbacks, and the moments that have tested his belief along the way. Presented by: Lake Effect Lures Striker Brands Image 360 inc Crown Trophy Walleye Nation Creations Thunderh...