Ugly Pike Podcast

In this episode, the guys are lucky to have not one but two amazing muskie anglers to sit and chat with.  There are not too many couples anywhere who boat more big fish than Doug Wegner and Jessie Baker and in this episode we sit and talk about their personal journeys that lead to the level of success that they are both enjoying on the water.  Not only are Doug and Jessie super active on the water...

The beginning of the year means that the guys go over pivotal moments and lessons learned during adventures and interviews from 2024

In this second part with Greg Attard, the focus shifts heavily toward tactics for targeting and catching giants on this special Lake.  Greg gives a treasure trove of tips on targeting muskies and provides a full seasonal breakdown of how anglers should adapt their structure targets and presentations in order to maximize success.  Points of discussion include:  Breaking down tactics by season Sucke...

Back to one of the guys favourite destinations with this episode - the MIGHTY Lac Seul!  This time around Chris and Frank sit with Winoga Lodge Guide Greg Attard as he takes us through his journey to become a guide in search of the apex predator on one of the most challenging waterways in Ontario!  Topics include: Greg's origin as a multi species angler What turned Greg into a muskie angler ...

In this second part of the discussion with Tilted Toque Lodge owner Terry Godreau, the discussion focuses on fishing both the French River and Nipissing and what the differences are.  The discussion then takes a different turn, as the guys discuss their mutual interests in Bitcoin and why it is shooting up in value these days.  Terry concludes the interview with a very heartfelt fish story that ev...

The guys chat with Terry Godreau, owner of the Tilted Toque Lodge on the famed French River.  There are not too many people in muskie fishing more interesting than Terry and in this conversation we get a sense of what it is like to live the dream that many muskie anglers dream - being a lodge owner.  In this first part of the series the topic focuses on the rich history of this part of the Provinc...

In this second part of the discussion with Dave Grey, the discussion turns toward muskie fishing.  Not a lot of anglers put more time on the water hunting giants than Dave does and so he expands on how to be successful locating and landing muskies.  Points of discussion include: Global fishing adventures  Winter weather patterns  How tactics change across different bodies of water  How the muskie...

In this episode we gathered at our brewery for a chat with Dave Grey, organizer of the biggest muskie fishing tournament in Canada, the Musky Brawl.  Dave recaps how the tournament went and talks to why this is such an epic event on Lake St. Clair every year.  Following this, the guys get into a deep discussion about vital muskie fishing tactics!  Topics include: Musky Brawl performance and future...

In this second episode of an excellent discussion with Tom Barry, the guys delve into the details that all muskie anglers love to analyze.  Environment, techniques, and technology are all topics in this half of the interview and Tom delivers in a way that will assist any angler who tunes in.  Points of discussion include:  Late season baits: what to use and how to use them Moon phases Importance o...

In this episode, we speak with one of the best multi-species anglers in the muskie game, Tom Barry.  The guys wanted Tom on the show not only because of his muskie knowledge but to have a greater talk on multispecies angling and how similarities across species and styles could be connected.  Tom put on an absolute angling masterclass in this series.  Topics include:  Out-of-the-box solutions for t...

Chris is laid up with a broken ankle but the show must go on! The guys chat about Fall muskie hunting strategies. Good friend of the show and Frank's brother from another mother Josh Ketry (co-founder of Red October Baits) calls in to lend his wisdom to the topic of Fall muskie hunts.  Josh recently landed an absolute slob of  a fish so the guys wanted to hear all about it.  Josh also mention...

In this second part of our chat with Kevin Goldberg, Kevin goes into more technical detail that will give anglers tips and tactics to not only net more fish, but to target the big girls.  Such an excellent session with Kevin. Points include:  Selecting the right colour for lures Why big, finicky fish will hit a topwater when nothing else works How to best set up on a spot and optimizing the first...

Kevin Goldberg came so highly recommended by great anglers in our community and boy did he deliver!  We had a great chat with Kevin and he brought some amazing and heartfelt insights into the sport that we all love.  Kevin is not only a beast angler in both the US and Canada, but he has a genuine appreciation for the ceremony that is muskie fishing, and all that comes with it.  This was a truly en...

Dadson Blade Baits

Dadson Blade Baits

In this episode Chris and Frank reflect on an amazing milestone - 200 podcasts published!  The guys talk about the genesis of the podcast and the journey along the way.  Focus of the chat then shifts to the recent Unleash the Beast outing on the French River/Lake Nipissing and how the event went.  60 incredible anglers converged on the French River for bragging rights on who can catch the biggest...

In this second part with Peter Levick, he continues to impart his amazing wisdom on fisheries in Ontario (and beyond) and discusses what can be done to help improve the situation on many of our lakes and rivers and even shares some success stories on the tireless work that volunteers and researchers do each and every day to preserve and restore our fisheries.  Topics include:  Solving the St Lawre...

Peter Levick is a respected Canadian muskie authority.  He has many accolades to his name including past President of Muskies Canada Inc.  We sat with Peter who put on a clinic on the challenges of one of the greatest Canadian muskie fisheries - the mighty St. Lawrence River.  Points of discussion include: Peter getting started in muskie angling Peter's bio and birth of his passion. Fishiothe...

In this second part of our interview with Chelsea Birmingham, we get into some fun talk about the sport that we all love.  Chelsea opens up about going after all sorts of fish and divulges what it is like to always be on the water with a spouse.  We had an amazing time chatting with Chelsea and can't wait to do it again! In this episode we discuss:  -Targeting multispecies -Trolling benefits...

A couple of seasons ago we interviewed Chelsea Alexander as part of our Live from Nipissing episode when we were on location fishing, and the download stats on this episode were through the roof!  Ever since then we have been wanting to get her back for a full interview session and so now we have!  We sat with now married Chelsea Birmingham to get her to open up about her secrets to success.  Chel...

In this Full Moon Friday discussion, Chris and Frank recap the Summer season so far.  Adventures on Nipissing, Georgian Bay, and the Niagara along with lessons learned are discussed.  The guys also talk about health and wellness, and give a glimpse toward what the Fall season in the muskie universe in Ontario looks like! 

In this special collaboration with the Eating Wild Podcast, we continue the excellent discussion that started on the last episode of Eating Wild, so if you have not listened to that part 1, please download and listen to this weeks episode on that show.  This was one of the best discussions we have had with guys who have the same hobbies and values that we do.  We were extremely pumped to be in stu...

In this second part of our time spent with Pete Bostelmann, we continue our discussion on this fabled body of water, how we approached fishing it, and the amazing history that it holds for all of Canadian muskie anglers! 

On this episode, Chris and Frank hook up with one of the best guests in this podcast's history - Pete Bostlemann. The guys tackle the notoriously difficult waters of Georgian Bay, and did it ever live up to its reputation! Despite having the weather against them, an amazing time was had fishing with Pete.   Join us in our discussion that dissects the different water zones in Georgian Bay, and...

In this second part of our Live from Nipissing, the guys continue to talk about methods for approaching Lake Nipissing and the French River.  Lots of detail and lots of stories swapped in this lakeside chat.  French River/Nip Guides Matt O'Brien and Nikko Guido provide more excellent insights into fishing this region