The Fish Bum Podcast

16/02/2022

It's season, and you won't want to miss our conversation with Minnesota's Keith Tuma, as he prepares for his first . Episode 22, available now, wherever you listen to podcasts!

Wayne and Chuck welcome 2022 Bassmaster Classic qualifier Keith Tuma to the podcast to recount the tale of winning his very first Bassmaster Open to qualify for the Classic. The Fish Bums also discuss: · Living that Classic dream· Growin...

04/02/2022

Step one: Listen/enjoy our recap podcast.
Step two: Plan your own hardwater adventure before it's too late.
Step three: Comment below with your idea for Chuck's new nickname.

And, as always

Wayne and Chuck are joined by their buddy “Ox” to discuss their annual Lake of the Woods trip. In a wide-ranging discussion that included a fair amount of “friendly” ribbing, the trio discusses: · Missing fishing trips due to COVID· Fish...

14/01/2022

Need some help from our PNW Fish Bums: if planning a trip to Portland-area this summer, what are the recommended fishing outings a Midwesterner shouldn't miss?

28/12/2021

No better way to celebrate the coming of a new year than to hear the story of a man who resolved to chase his dream. Check out our conversation with Elite Series Pro Pat Schlapper Fishing in episode 20 of The Fish Bum Podcast, available now, wherever you listen.
https://thefishbumpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1548649/9791427-pat-schlapper-elite-leap-taker

Wisconsin Elite Series Pro Pat Schlapper joins the podcast to discuss taking the leap from secure employment to aspiring Elite Series pro, his ability to attain his dream efficiently and life as an Elite Series rookie. Later, Wayne and Chuck disc...

03/12/2021

FishingBooker named one Minnesota city the best fishing destination in the United States. How many of these locations have you fished?

A lake in Wisconsin also made the top 8.

02/12/2021

It was an honor and a pleasure to have Jason Mitchell Outdoors Television on as our guest in Episode 19, available NOW, wherever you listen to podcasts. Check it out, if only for one of the funniest fishing stories you'll ever hear.

In Episode 19, Wayne and Chuck welcome a voice that has taught them a great deal about catching fish in the Upper Midwest -- Jason Mitchell. Through his television show (Jason Mitchell Outdoors) as well as countless seminars and articles, Jason ha...

23/10/2021

Lots of lessons and laughs with Matt Johnson Outdoors in episode 18! Available now wherever you listen to podcasts!
***you may have noticed we experienced some technical issues with the episode earlier today. The episode has been re-uploaded and is now in working order.

Wayne and Chuck welcome Minnesota fishing guide and fishing instructor/promoter Matt Johnson to the podcast to talk fall fishing in Minnesota and a great deal more, including:* the best cold water bass tactic you've never heard of, * dominating a ...

14/10/2021

B.A.S.S. officials announced the slate for the 2022 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series with nine tournaments acting as the pathway to the Bassmaster Elite Series.

14/10/2021

We’re putting down the bass sticks for the season and getting ready to chase freezer fare around northern MN. Anyone else make the shift to food-fishing come fall?

11/10/2021

Let's hear 'em fish bums!

07/10/2021

Available NOW, wherever you listen to podcasts ...
Episode 17, featuring Brad Leuthner on:
* what it takes to chase blue trophies
* how local lessons can pay national dividends, and
* the secret spinnerbait bite that earned him his first appearance on Bassmaster LIVE.



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Wayne and Chuck welcome aspiring Elite Series angler Brad Leuthner to the podcast to discuss what it takes to chase blue trophies, how local lessons can pay national dividends and the secret spinnerbait bite that earned him his first appearance on...

24/09/2021

Don't miss this one! Bass pro Todd Castledine Professional Angler joins the show to talk tourney trails, making a life out of fishing and so much more. Available NOW, wherever you listen to podcasts.

20/09/2021

Ruin a fishing trip in 4 words. Let’s hear it! Keep it clean.

08/09/2021

Ever wonder what it takes to run a local bass league? Do you empathize with sixth-place finishers catching 22-pound-bags? Want to hear about putting together an unorthodox pattern to win a week-nighter? Catch all that, and more, with Chuck, Wayne and special guest Matthew Voigt in the latest episode of The Fish Bum Podcast, live NOW wherever you listen to podcasts.

https://thefishbumpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1548649/9157250-matt-voigt-the-commish

Wayne and Chuck welcome Minnesota bass fisherman and weeknight bass club commissioner Matt Voigt to the podcast to discuss: · Boat-flipping 3-pounders· 22-pound sixth-place bags· What it takes to run a bass league, and · 20...

30/06/2021

Episode 12, featuring a BASSTASTIC conversation with Matt Peters (Matt Peters - fishwithmatt.com) is live NOW, wherever you listen to podcasts. Listen in, as we cover a multitude of topics, including the tactics that brought him a Classic Bass Champions Tour win this June, a run-in with a (potential) $10,000 deadhead, and lessons learned from two decades of derbies.

Twin Cities guide and tournament angler Matt Peters joins the podcast to talk about his recent hot streak on The Champions Tour and many other topics, including: · A (possible) $10K dead-head· Why catch-weigh-release is Matt’s jam· ...

16/06/2021

We recap the debacle that was our opening week of derby season fire-and-lake-side amidst a confidence-gaining trip north, in Episode 11, available now.

Wayne and Chuck gather on the shores of a north-central Minnesota lake to lick their wounds and regain confidence after their club derby season opens with a debacle.

02/05/2021

Fish Bums: As you (may) have noticed, we’ve decided to take a brief podcast respite between the hard water and soft water seasons here in Minnesota. As we prepare to get back out on the water, we’ll also preparing for new episodes starting again in mid-May! Thanks for listening, we’re looking forward to getting back to it in a couple weeks!

05/04/2021

Join us, as we get to know Josh DeSmit, a Mississippi River fishing guide AND an incredible artist who re-imagines outdoor memories. He's the featured guest in Episode 9 of The Fish Bum Podcast, live now wherever you listen to podcasts.

Meet the man behind outdoor art like you’ve never seen and Mississippi River fishing like you’ve never experienced. Josh DeSmit is equal parts angler and artist and talks to Wayne and Chuck about his inspiration, style and favorite muskie fly name...

15/03/2021

What is it like to be a fishing guide? Find out first-hand from Brian Kosheninas Muskies and More Guide Service in Episode 8, live NOW, wherever you listen to podcasts.
Also: (final?) ice fishing updates, two VERY special guests, and The Curse comes to a graceful end.


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Wayne and Chuck discuss the end of The Curse and the (final) status of The Wager before bringing on two very special guests to discuss a recent ice fishing outing. Finally, Certified Fish Bum Brian Koshenina of Muskies and More Guide Service joins...

12/02/2021

It might be -12 in Minnesota, but we're daydreaming about softer water and talking bass tournament tactics with Alabama's Brian Smith in Episode 6, live NOW wherever you listen to podcasts.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xCtWHr4tufcZp4QtMm0vO

After recapping their Lake Winnibigoshish trip and lamenting both the Minnesota winter and an under-whelming ice fishing season, Wayne and Chuck welcome aspiring bass pro Brian Smith to the podcast to get their minds right for the upcoming bass season and discuss the ins and outs of becoming a profe...

29/01/2021

Two couples. Four fish stories. One lake. 10,000 laughs.
Meet the brains behind the Bums, in episode five, live NOW wherever you listen to podcasts.
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For (and about) those who live to fish, The Fish Bum Podcast celebrates the fish bum lifestyle and offers lessons learned through lives lived on the water.

15/01/2021

Episode Four, from Lake of the Woods, is available NOW wherever you listen to podcasts. Get the download, not only on LOTW, but also some awesome tips and tricks provided by Brian Kosheninas Muskies and More Guide Service and Zup's Guide Service

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CzgDQeYzmU7q2Kx8syiIG

01/01/2021

Episode Three is available NOW! Check out reports from Dick Beardsley of Beardsley Guide Service (Bemidji) and Jeff Byrne of Cabin Fever Sporting Goods (West Metro) sandwiched in between a healthy discussion of various ice fishing related topics.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1548649/7087231-reporting-live-from-the-filet-table

As their ice fishing seasons accelerate to a crawl, Wayne and Chuck give updates on a couple (late) early-ice efforts, provide an update (or lack thereof) on The Wager, discuss the necessities of becoming a beginning ice fisherman and geek out abo...

22/12/2020

It's official! Now available wherever you listen to podcasts. Check us out, subscribe, and stay tuned for more episodes and updates.
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Listen to this episode from The Fish Bum Podcast on Spotify.

18/12/2020

We're happy to announce that in the next several days you will be able to get The Fish Bum Podcast from your favorite podcast provider. In the meantime, if you're looking for a fishhead's diversion and some helpful tips from four top Minnesota fishing guides, check out episode two, available now.

A special thanks to featured guests Randin Olson (Lock Jaw Guide Service), Jeff Sundin (Early Bird Guide Service), Brian Koshenina (Muskies and More Guide Service) and Scott Zupfer (Zup's Guide Service).

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For and about those who live to fish, The Fish Bum Podcast celebrates the fish bum lifestyle and offers lessons learned through lives lived on the water.

18/12/2020

16/12/2020

Coming soon! We're recording segments for your new favorite fishing podcast right now. Stay tuned for episode one to drop later this week!