Dialed In Angling Podcast

This week, Tony breaks down some late fall scouting missions, secrets to locating fish now before the ice season hits. He also recaps some recent memorable cast and blast trips. Sharing his thoughts on how hunting and fishing are very similar. In addition, don’t overlook organizing your ice gear. The ice season will start soon; don’t go unprepared.

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This week, Tony visits the Otter Outdoors world headquarters in Maple Lake, MN. We sit down with Todd Eccless, Director of Sales and Marketing, to chat about new products and some must-have accessories for this ice season. In addition, the two talk in detail about the evolution of ice camping. From ice “glamping” to mobile ice camps, Otter is leading the industry in shelters and accessories.

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The outstanding weather continues, extending peak fall fishing into late October. Tony chats in detail about fishing walleyes in shallow water. He breaks down locations for both classic jig/minnow technique and effective fall rigging chubs. In addition, we discuss winterizing boats with Bryon Marketon of Rapid Marine. He talks about how to avoid costly repairs, and some preventative steps you can take if your going to keep fishing late into the fall.

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This week, Tony explains why this is one of his favorite times to fish. He shares memories of his past and how MEA weekends helped him grow into the angler he is today. In addition, he shares in-depth jigging strategies for walleyes, perch and giant pike. Peak fall fishing is here; this is a short window that won’t last long…we break down how you can make the most of your time on the water.

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Peak fall fishing is here! This week on the podcast, Tony sits down with fellow guides Mitch Hackenmueller, Nick Cekalla, and Remington Moren. The four discuss overlooked shallow-water techniques for walleye. We talk about recent tournaments and what is working on walleye lakes across central and northern MN. They also break down their go-to setups for rigging chubs in the fall and how they integrate FFS to make rigging more efficient.

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Fall fishing is here! This week, Tony breaks down his go-to presentations for walleye, perch and crappies right now. He also discusses a recent trip to Canada and explains why this fall window is one of the best times of year to fish!

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Tony sits down with Kobie Koenig, head Rapala videographer/photographer. He is a pro behind the camera, but also an absolute hammer of an angler as well. He opens up about his life and job behind the camera. We also chat about where he grew up and how he got his start at Wired2Fish. In addition, what drives him to produce amazing product content while telling the best possible story. The two dive into fall fishing tactics and what lies ahead for their fall fishing plans.

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The weather is about to shift in a big way; prime smallmouth season is upon us! This week, Tony shares why this time of year is one of his favorites for targeting big smallmouth. He breaks down locations during this early fall transition period. Including his favorite techniques to target brown bass on warm and cold front days. 

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Not so fast…Summer isn’t over, and the best fishing is yet to come. Surface temps are starting to cool, but it’s not quite fall yet…Tony breaks down his top 5 “go-to” walleye presentations this time of year. Proven late-summer techniques that are some of the best ways you can put walleye in the boat.

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On this week’s podcast, Tony does a deep dive into the art of trolling for walleyes, from leadcore to braid. How he got his start, the effectiveness, and a complete guide to the gear you need to be successful. He also talks about integrating FFS into your trolling program and how this will be the next phase of angler development for walleye fishing.

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This week, Tony talks about a DIY trip to explore the waters around Isle Royale. The newfound adventure and exploration of Lake Superior and the Great Lakes as a whole. He describes how FFS is a useful tool not only for finding fish but also for exploring poorly mapped areas. In addition to fishing Lake Superior, he talked about where he is finding walleyes and panfish during the last few weeks in August on many small lakes in northern MN. It’s all about making the most of your next fishing outing or trip to the lake before the ki...

This week our guest is walleye tournament pro Randy Topper. Randy is an absolute hammer who has won 3 boats in the past 3 months, racking up the tournament wins. He shares about where he grew up, including how he got his start in tournaments. Randy shares the value of having good teammates and friends on the road. In addition, to making sure no detail is overlooked if you want to win in today’s tournament world.

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Tony sits down with good friend and fellow guide Mike Verdeja. The two chat about August fishing on the big lake and what future fishing trips are in store. They also discuss Mike’s guide career and the time he spent in Alaska. In addition, they swap guide stories and discuss juggling fishing and family.

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This week we head to Lake of the Woods for the annual Ron Schara Productions fishing trip. Ron and crew have been coming up to Wiley Point for 31 years. This year, Tony joins the team for an unforgettable experience. While there, he catches up with friend and Senior Guide Matt Dyment of Totem Resorts to discuss how incredible the fishing has been all summer long and what anglers can expect if you are heading to Totem. We also chat with Joel Nelson of OnX Fish about his experience at LOW so far and how this special place keeps him...

This week, Tony breaks down some late summer movements and techniques. Proven methods that have stood the test of time and catch everything that swims this time of year. The best part is you don’t need great electronics to be successful. He also opens up about a recent MN Vikings/Lund Boat's kids event on Minnetonka and recaps his favorite new products from ICAST.

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This week we are in Orlando, FL, for the 2026 ICAST convention. It is the world’s largest fishing trade show, where companies from across the globe showcase the latest products and gear. We sit down with Nolan Pyle of FishUSA to chat about trends in buying and what caught his eye at the year's show. We also catch up with Mike Anselmo, senior product manager for VMC to chat about newly released panfish products that we are pumped about. In addition, we sat down with Ross Robertson of Big Water Fishing to chat about fishing on Lake Erie and get...

This week, Tony is prefishing Ottertail Lake for Lundmania. While in the area, he sits down with fellow guide Randin Olson to discuss everything Ottertail and surrounding lakes have to offer. We also chat with Phil Jensen about the history of the lake and what he has seen over the years. Lastly, we chat with friends as we prepare for “Lundmania,” a fishing tournament celebrating Lund Boats. We even share a few stories and excitement for this upcoming event.

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This week we are at The Lund Ultimate Fish Camp on Leech Lake. This is a three-day event where attendees get to fish with Lund Pros for a unique on-the-water experience. Tony sits down with the pros to talk about how it got started and how we are going into the 11th season of the Ultimate Fish Camp.

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The bug hatch season is here on a lot of lakes. Have no fear, this week Tony talks about how to embrace bug hatches. He breaks down his top presentations for fishing walleyes during a hatch. We also grab the topwater rods for smallmouth. This is the best time of year to target bass on the surface.

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This week, we are on the shores of Mille Lacs Lake chatting with walleye pros Hunter Nitti and Isaac Lakich. The two share how the “pond” is fishing as they are pre-fishing for a tournament on Mille Lacs this weekend. It’s the midpoint of a busy tournament season, and we swap stories and highlights from recent events. In addition, we discuss the strategy and passion for chasing down big walleyes at different locations across the country.

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This week, we recap an epic trip to Lake Winnipeg. Tony and Robbie met up with friends for a “bucket list” open water trip on Big Windy, and it did not disappoint. The two discuss locations and coupling the right jigs with the Crush City plastics. They put over 400 walleyes in the boat, including several over 31”. If you have ever wanted to explore Lake Winnipeg, tune in this week!

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This week, Tony breaks down rapidly changing walleye bites on Leech and Mille Lacs. He explains the best secondary spring locations and his approach to targeting fish during the transitional period. In addition, Tony talks about tips and tricks for fishing panfish with jerkbaits. Things are changing fast, and summer is here! Tune in to get the inside track to a successful trip on the water.

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This week, the Champions Tour hosted a one-day Walleye event on Mille Lacs Lake, where anglers competed for $10,000 in first-place prize money. We sit down with tournament director Dane Vocelka to discuss how this “every fish counts” format is changing the game in walleye tournaments. In addition, we interview a few of the top anglers on successful tactics, strategy, and how they were able to overcome a wickedly windy day on the pond.

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It’s been a fantastic week to be on the water. Tony sits down with fellow guides Mitch Hackenmueller and Remington Moren to discuss walleye tactics on both Leech Lake and Mille Lacs. The group dives into locations and “go-to” jigging presentations for springtime walleyes. We also discuss how rising surface temperatures are quickly changing the walleye bite. 

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This week, Tony has been out scouting for the walleye opener. He breaks down how this year is different than last and the best presentations for boating walleyes. We also get insights from guides across MN, giving you the advantage this year. Have a safe and happy opening weekend!

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This week, Tony talks about finally getting his Captain’s License! His guest is Rena Navarro, instructor and creator of Lake Superior Captain’s Academy. Rena opens up about her journey from an elementary school teacher to a boat captain and how these two passions collide to create this course. If you, or anyone you know, is interested in becoming a captain, you’re going to want to tune in to this week's podcast!

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This week, Tony breaks down his go-to power fishing Walleye techniques. Regardless of whatever sonar you own. These 5 power walleye methods to ensure you put more fish in the boat this summer and have a ton of fun doing it! 

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This week, spring is back. Tony talks about boat rigging and the spring checklist to ensure everything is ready to go after a long winter. He also recaps an epic spring turkey hunt with his son. In addition, we chat about spring panfishing opportunities and strategies from both shore and in the boat!

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This week, Tony heads to Webster, SD, to explore spring walleye fishing in South Dakota’s glacial lakes region. Tony is joined by Mitch Hackenmueller and Chris Britton, and the three meet up with Marcus Quam of Reel Therapy guide service. We chat about the overlooked aspect of this area for spring fishing. We break down our favorite springtime techniques, recap our trip, and how we have the lakes to ourselves.

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This week, we discuss a couple of hot topics among the angling community in Minnesota right now. First, we chat about the proposed four-walleye limit and why he thinks it’s time for a change. Secondly, Tony gives his thoughts on MN requiring a guide license. And what might that look like? We also dive into hot fishing destinations and some of Tony’s “go-to” presentations for a successful trip on the water.

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Tony sits down with the experts to discuss proper ways to store your winter equipment. Our guest this week is Preston Cowing of Olson Power and Equipment. Preston walks us through snowmobile storage and maintenance to ensure your machine is ready for the next season. We also catch up with John Sigler of Yetti on getting your fish house ready for summer camping and how to avoid costly mistakes.

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This week, Tony and Robbie Roach discuss how we are now in peak burbot season. We discuss the how, the where and the when. In Addition, we dive into the new MN “Catch and Release” Bass season. We discuss the pros and cons of this new law. What we are excited about and things that could potentially be a concern.

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It’s that time of year when ice fishing and open water collide. This week, Tony talks about a wide variety of topics. He dives into the newest FFS products hitting the market, how to stay on more and bigger panfish, and the hottest ice destinations for March. 

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The week we are live from the Northwest Sportshow in my new 2075 Lund boat. We sit down to discuss family, fishing and food. Spring is here, and the Sportshow is the unofficial kick off to spring…swing on down to the show! 

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In this week’s podcast, we discuss everything Yetti with Mike Draper of Voyager Industry. Tony and Mike talk about a wide variety of topics, from “must-have” features to layouts and upgrades. The two also discuss the social aspect of wheelhouse fishing and how it gets everyone involved. Lastly, we dive into Yetti’s hydraulic systems and built-in technology, which are keeping anglers mobile and on the bite all winter long.

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This week, Tony reflects on a great DIA filming season.  He also shares some ways to approach locations if you want to maximize your next ice trip. He breaks down a multi-species approach as the MN inland walleye season is coming to a close.

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On this weeks podcast, we catch up with Jay Siemens. We discuss a wide variety of topics from past guiding experiences to how Jay got started in the industry. He also shares fishing stories and talks a little about what’s next for him.

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With the winter perch bite in full swing, Tony sits down with a couple of folks from the Minnesota DNR. Beth Holbrook, researcher with the MNDNR, and Greg Berg, Mille Lacs area supervisor for MNDNR. They share some insight into an ongoing perch study being done on small lakes across MN. In addition, discuss growth rates and a changing age at which perch may be spawning. In closing, we discuss a reduction in the perch bag limit on Mille Lacs for the remainder of the season.

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This week we are at Woodland Resort. Tony is joined by good friend Bill Dietz and videographer Lance Tangen. The three recap being stuck in a North Dakota whiteout for over 20 hours in the truck, and what ultimately led them to make the decision to film DIA in Devils Lake. We also catch up with guide Alex Reslock of “Perch Patrol” to see how his ice season is going and what he has lined up for future walleye tournament fishing adventures.

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This week on the DIA Podcast. Tony discusses the best places to set up for successful fishing during the cold part of the winter. We also dive into the benefits of using underwater cameras to find and catch more panfish.

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