Bass Cast Radio
Bass Cast Radio is an exhilarating podcast that dives deep into the world of bass fishing, delivering engaging discussions, expert interviews, and actionable insights for anglers of all levels. Each episode explores the sport’s mental and competitive aspects, offering tips on techniques, lures, and strategies to elevate your skills on the water, while also delving into the psychological mindset needed to excel in tournaments. Featuring exclusive interviews with professional anglers, the show reveals their journeys, challenges, and expert advice, providing inspiration and practical knowledge. Whether you’re a weekend angler or an aspiring pro, Bass Cast Radio is your go-t...
World Bass Enterprises Championship Recap & Fall Baitfish Tactics!
Welcome to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! In this week's episode, we are breaking down all the action from the World Bass Enterprises Championship on Old Hickory Lake. We'll then transition to the upcoming Bassmaster EQ event on Lake Guntersville and the Toyota Series Championship on Lake Pickwick.
Finally, stick around for our Tackle Tip of the Week! For the first week of November, the golden rule for bass fishing is simple: you have to find the baitfish!
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Where Fall Smallmouth Go When the River Gets Cold (Most Anglers Miss Them)
As water temps drop, river smallmouth quietly leave their summer haunts and start moving toward deeper, slower pools. In this episode, we break down how to follow that migration, from shallow morning bites around rocky seams to deeper drop-offs as the sun climbs. We cover how to use current breaks, pick the right jig weight, and stay stealthy in gin-clear water with light fluorocarbon. We also talk soft plastics that keep catching fish, including HellaMite, Scorpion, Lizards, Beetles, and 8-inch MagDingo worms, plus the terminal tackle that keeps your presentation natural. Hit play before your next float.
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Is Ryan Lachniet on of the best anglers in VA
From fishing his 1st event to that was a disaster to qualifying to fish the Major League Fishing Bass Pro series in 2027, this young anglers story is one for the books.
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Toledo Bend Bassmaster EQ Recap + Heritage Cup Results! | Crankbait Fishing Tip
Welcome back to Before the 1st Cast, your weekly source for bass fishing news, tournament recaps, fishing tips, and everything you need before hitting the water!
This week, we're breaking down the latest competitive bass fishing action, starting with the Bassmaster EQ event on Toledo Bend! We recap the tournament, discuss the competition, and look forward to EQ stop #2.
Next, we're covering the Major League Fishing (MLF) Starlink Team Series Toyota Heritage Cup presented by OFF Deep Woods Repellents.
Then, we shift our attention to the World Bass Enterprises Championship on Old Hickory Lake. We'll...
The Fall Bass Mistake Costing You Fish (And the Soft Plastics Pros Swear By)
Fall bass can switch from aggressive to impossible in a single cold front. In this episode, we break down when to power-fish and when to slow down with finesse, plus how to match your reel gear ratio, rod power, and line to the cover you’re fishing. We also dig into the soft plastics that keep producing, from HellaMite and Scorpion to lizards, beetles, and 8-inch MagDingo worms, along with the terminal tackle that ties it all together. Press play before your next trip.
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Thomas is Back & more fall tips for Giant Bass
On this week's episode of Bass Cast Radio, we welcome Thomas back & we discuss tournament news & more great fall tips for catching giant bass.
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Lake Murray Kayak Championship, MLF Starlink Team Series & Toledo Bend Bassmaster EQ!
Welcome back to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the biggest events dominating competitive bass fishing right now. Whether you are a hardcore kayak angler, grinding it out on the bank, or casting from the deck of a bass boat, this tournament breakdown is for you.
As the weather shifts, the pressure is dropping. Now is the absolute best time to get out on the water.
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Fall Pond Bass Fishing: Soft Plastic Tactics for Cooler Water
Ponds can be some of the most consistent bass fishing of the fall, and in this episode we break down why. We cover how a smaller playing field helps you eliminate unproductive water, why concentrated fish create competition and repeat bites, and how to key in on shallow shorelines, vegetation edges, and isolated cover. You’ll learn how to adjust your soft plastic presentation as the season changes, from faster hops and swimming retrieves in warm early-fall weather to slow drags, long pauses, and patient repeat casts as the water cools. We also dig into lure choice and rigging, including st...
Geek drops the juice on catching Giant Bass when your lake level is low
On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio, we catch up with Bass Geek drops the Juice on fishing your local lake when the water is low. Something we have been dealing with around central VA for quite a while.
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Geek drops the juice on catching Giant Bass when your lake leve is low
On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio, we catch up with Bass Geek drops the Juice on fishing your local lake when the water is low. Something we have been dealing with around central VA for quite a while.
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MLF Team Series Breakdown & Kayak Bass Fishing Championship Forecast
Get ready for championship week on Before the 1st Cast Podcast as we forecast who will win the Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship on Lake Murray and break down the Major League Fishing Starlink Team Series Toyota Heritage Cup presented by OFF Deep Woods Repellants!
We close it simple: if you still have green grass where you live, grab a frog, hit the mat, and go catch some bass. Perfect for bank fishermen, kayak fishermen, and weekend anglers chasing fall frog fishing bites.
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Chasing October Bass: Soft Plastics, Shallow Cover, and Staying Mobile
October is one of the best months of the year to be on the water, and in this episode we break down how to stay on top of fall bass as they follow baitfish all over the lake. We cover why covering water beats camping in one spot, how to find bass pushing forage into shallow flats, docks, grass lines, and laydowns, and when to look deeper along points, ledges, and channel edges. You’ll learn how to match your soft plastic to the forage by downsizing or sizing up, how water clarity and cover should shape your color and ri...
The young guns voice there opinion on FFS & more tournament chatter
On the latest epsiode of Bass Cast Radio the discusion never ends with Trever, Brian & Steve as we discuss the latest Major Laegue Tackle Warehouse News. We discuss the yound guns opinion on FFS & more tournament chatter.
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Team USA Wins GOLD & Bassmaster's Live Sonar Coin Flip!
Welcome to another episode of the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! This week, we dive deep into the news shaking up the bass fishing world. Bassmaster just dropped a bombshell with their 50/50 live sonar coin flips for the 2027 Elite Series. We break down the new schedule.
Plus, we’re recapping an insane week of tournament bass fishing. First, we break down the Ultimate Angler Championship on Lake Guntersville, where Nick LeBrun took home the massive 1st-place prize. Then, we head over to Lake Hamilton, Arkansas, to celebrate Team USA's incredible Gold Medal victory over 20+ nations at the World Bl...
Early Fall Bass: Finding Fish in the Transition
As summer fades, bass begin to move, and the anglers who adjust early stay ahead of them. This episode covers how to spot the first signs of the fall transition, from shorter days to baitfish movement, and how to follow the forage into feeder creeks, shallow flats, points, and suspended structure. We also talk water clarity, depth, and how to vary your retrieve to match aggressive, chasing bass. Plus, we break down the soft plastics that shine this time of year, including worms, lizards, beetles, craws, and insect larvae like the HellaMite, along with the jigs and hooks to rig...
Kaden Buchmann cashes his ticket to the 2027 Bassmaster Classic
On the latest epsiode of Bass Cast radio, Trever & Brian interview one of the best young anglers in the area who just started tournament fishing 6 years ago & has already won a Bass Master EQ championship & is heading to the 2027 Bassmaster Classic.
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Norfork EQ & NPFL Military Classic Recaps + The Jerkbait Audible
This week on Before the 1st Cast, we break down the latest action across the professional circuits. First, we dive into the standings, adjustments, and key patterns from last week's Bassmaster EQ event on Norfork Lake. Then, we cover the highlights and weigh-ins from the National Professional Fishing League's inaugural Military Classic over on Douglas Lake. Finally, we wrap up with a tactical audible for schooling fish: when bass are actively busting shad on the surface but refusing your topwater baits, firing a jerkbait just below the frenzy is the ultimate way to trigger those stubborn reaction strikes.<...
Stay Mobile for Fall Schooling Bass
Fall schooling bass won't wait around—and neither should you. This guide breaks down the mobility-first approach to finding fast-moving schools, from reading surface disturbances and diving birds to predicting where fish will resurface next. But finding them is only half the battle. Once you locate active fish, having the right soft plastic ready makes all the difference. That's why we've loaded this with our latest drops from Fresh Baitz—including new "Just the Tip" HellaMites, high-visibility Methiolate Scorpions, 8-inch MagDingo Worms, and versatile Lizards and Beetles designed to match any forage size or mood. Whether bass are smashing the...
Tackle Warehouse Winner Drew Gill joins the show to talk all things MLF
On the latest episode of Bass Cast radio, we sit down with professional angler Drew Gill to discuss his 2026 Tackle Warehouse win as well as his thoughts on 2027 & the changes that have been taking place at MLF as a company.
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This week on Before the 1st Cast, we’re catching up on a huge week in professional bass fishing!
We recap Drew Gill’s incredible comeback victory at the MLF Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship on the Kissimmee Chain, where a massive 31-pound, 13-ounce final-day bag propelled him to the win. We also break down the NPFL season finale at Lake Dardanelle, where Jason Burroughs claimed the victory and KJ Queen secured the 2026 NPFL Angler of the Year title.
Then we look ahead to the Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Norfork Lake and an event especially close to my heart as an Army veteran — the inaugural NPFL Military Classic on Douglas Lake, bringing active-duty service members, veterans and mili...
Night Bass Secrets: Soft Plastics, Silhouettes & Staying Safe After Dark
In this episode of The Bass Vault, we break down proven night-fishing strategies for bass—why vibration and dark silhouettes matter more than color, how to choose and present soft plastics (worms, craws, lizards, beetles, and larger profiles) when visibility drops, smart lighting setups that help without spooking fish, and essential safety tips for boats and shorelines. Plus a look at high-performing Fresh soft plastics and terminal tackle that excel in low-light conditions.
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Hard work pays off for 3 time 2026 MLF/BFL Co-Angler winner Richard Willams
On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio, three-time MLF/BFL Co-Angler 2026 winner in one division. Richard Willmas joins the show to discuss his awesome 2026 season, plus more tournament news & talk.
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BUSTED! Wisconsin Bass Fishing Cheater Caught + NPFL AOY Race & TW Championship Preview!
Welcome back to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the massive controversy shaking up the tournament scene—the shocking Wisconsin bass fishing cheater recently busted with bass already in his livewell before launch. We break down the scandal and what it means for competitive fishing.
Next, we preview the highly anticipated Tackle Warehouse Championship on Florida’s legendary Kissimmee Chain of Lakes. Who has the pattern to conquer the grass mats? We also head to Arkansas to preview the National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) Stop #6 on Lake Dardanelle. The Angler of the...
Catching bigger bass consistently often starts with choosing a body of water that actually supports a strong population of quality fish. Eve
Learn proven strategies for landing trophy bass more consistently. We cover choosing productive lakes, early pre-spawn staging areas, how weather creates feeding windows, fishing deeper transitions, and the best soft-plastic presentations, including HellaMite, Scorpion, Lizards, Beetles, Worms, and MagDingo. Practical tips plus the FreshBaitz gear that matches each situation.
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The MLF conversation continues with Steve Chapman of "Get Your Fish on"
On this week's episode of Bass Casr radio, Trever, Brian & Steve discuss the latest updates & changes in the Major League Fishing organization. The Conversation continues & probably will for a lot of anglers until the 1st event goes down.
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Tackle Warehouse Championship Preview + WBE ONE Championship Roster Set
The Before the 1st Cast Podcast is back with a packed bass fishing episode covering tournament bass fishing, the Tackle Warehouse Championship, WBE ONE Championship, and an important late-summer bass fishing tip!
First, we preview the Tackle Warehouse Championship on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes in Florida. Next, we run through the final roster for the World Bass Enterprises WBE ONE Championship on Old Hickory Lake. With an impressive field headed to Tennessee, this is another bass fishing tournament fans will want to follow.
Finally, we finish with this week's bass fishing tip: watch those first...
September BASS BOOM – Transition Tactics That Catch Giants!
In this episode of the Bass Vault, we break down the September transition – when bass become more mobile and start shifting from deep summer haunts toward shallow feeding areas! Learn how to cover water efficiently to locate active schools, then slow down and thoroughly fish the best targets once you get bites. We reveal why downsizing to match young-of-the-year forage (small baitfish, insects, and craws) is critical, and how isolated cover like a single dock, stump, or laydown can hold trophy bass all by itself. Discover how to fish vegetation – from scattered grass to dense mats – and why shallow flats, creek...
Did it all come True? with Dave Rush
On this week’s episode of Bass Cast Radio, I look back at our conversation with Dave Rush from 2025—when we asked whether 2026 would finally be the year of change we’ve all been waiting for.
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EPIC St. Lawrence Showdown! AOY & ROY Drama + Labor Day Weekend Tackle Tip
Welcome back to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! In this episode, we break down the dramatic conclusion to the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series season on the St. Lawrence River. What an absolute smallmouth slugfest! Whether you are a hardcore bass angler, a tournament kayak fisherman, or pounding the bank, this recap is packed with tournament insights you won't want to miss.
Plus, we are diving into our Tackle Tip of the Week for those tough late-summer days.
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Summer Cold Front CRUSH – How to Catch Bass When They Shut Down!
In this episode of the Bass Vault, we tackle one of the toughest situations in fishing – the days after a summer cold front passes! While the front itself can trigger active feeding, the bright, calm, cooler days that follow turn bass into reluctant, tight-lipped ghosts. We break down exactly how to adjust: slow WAY down, downsize your baits, and fish dense cover with pinpoint accuracy. Learn why shallow bass tuck deep into vegetation, wood, and dock shade – and how targeting nearby deeper structure (points, drop-offs, channel edges) can save your day. We cover dead-sticking soft plastics, leaving baits motionless for exte...
Boyd Duckett: From Then to Now — The Ups, Downs & Future of the BFLs
On this week’s episode of Bass Cast Radio, we sit down with MLF’s Boyd Duckett to talk about the journey from the past to where we are now—through all the changes, the ups and downs, and what we hope will be one of the best changes ever for the grassroots: the BFLs.
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Down to the Wire: Elite Series Finale and Late August Finesse
Welcome back to another episode of Before the 1st Cast on Bass Cast Radio! This week, all eyes are on the final event of the Bassmaster Elite Series. The ultimate prize—the Angler of the Year title—is officially on the line, and we are breaking down the standings, the stakes, and who has the momentum heading into this final showdown.
Then, we pivot to your weekend game plan. With the late August heat pushing water temps into the bathwater zone, power fishing isn't always going to cut it. We wrap up the show with a Tackle Tip on h...
August Bass SECRETS – Shallow OR Deep? (Don't Guess Wrong!)
In this episode of the Bass Vault, we smash the August myth that all bass go deep when the water heats up. The truth? Some fish stay surprisingly shallow all month long – if the right ingredients are there: shade, cover, forage, and oxygen. We break down how to read the lake, check both shallow and deep zones, and let the fish tell you where they want to be. Learn why clear water pushes bass offshore to points, humps, and channel edges – but also how docks, laydowns, grass, and shade lines can hold quality fish right against the bank. We cover susp...
BFL Rule Change: What Fans Are Really Saying (Unfiltered)
On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio we welcome Bass Geek back from vacation & then we dive deep into your comments on the latest MLF BFL rules updates. As well as some fantasy fishing update from Trever.
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Stop Chasing the Shade and the Bassmaster Champlain Recap
This week on Before the 1st Cast, Trever breaks down the Bassmaster Elite Series that concluded last week. He also goes into the tight AOY race, which is as tight as it gets heading into the last event of the season.
Next, he goes into Major League Fishing's Starlink Team Series that is taking place this week. The Bass Pro Shops Patriot Cup is taking place up in Charles County, MD.
Last, the tip of the week. By mid-August, bass have dealt with weeks of brutal heat. A lot of anglers automatically start fishing shade—boat dock...
Clear Water Bass Hacks – Catch the Spookiest Fish of Summer!
In this episode of the Bass Vault, we tackle the ultimate clear-water challenge—how to fool bass that can see your bait from a mile away! Learn why light fluorocarbon line and natural, translucent colors are game-changers for finesse presentations, but also when to switch to heavy tackle for bass buried deep in thick cover. We break down how wind and shade create low-light windows that make bass more aggressive, and reveal the secret to casting at visible fish—hint: never cast directly at them! Discover the power of permanent shade like docks and marinas that hold fish all day, plus...
Justin Lucas has Lake Eries Number
On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio Trever & I sit dow with Justin Lucas & discus his big win on Lake Erie as well as beating Jacob Wheeler again on the same body of water.
Plus more touney talk.
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Who Won MLF AoY? Plus Bass Fishing Tips Before You Hit the Water
In this episode of Before the 1st Cast, we recap the MLF BPT Tour stop 7 on Lake Erie and the crowned AoY winner. Then we preview the Bassmaster Elite Series event on Lake Champlain. I conclude with my tackle tip for the weekend before you hit the water this weekend.
Whether you're a tournament angler, kayak fisherman, or bank fisherman looking for fishing tips and tricks, this podcast has something for you.
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August Bass Slump? CRUSH Them with These Finesse Tricks!
In this episode of the Bass Vault, we tackle the toughest month of the year—August! When water temps soar, boat traffic peaks, and bass turn lethargic, most anglers struggle—but you don't have to. We reveal why downsizing to finesse worms, drop shots, and light-line setups (6-lb fluorocarbon) is the ultimate summer game-changer. Learn how to work shady docks, overhanging trees, and matted vegetation with weightless wacky rigs, skip casts, and slow-falling Texas rigs. We break down jig-head selection—shaky, football, and swimming heads—for rock, grass, and gravel, plus how to use the drop shot to target suspended bass abo...
Road to the Tackle Warehouse ROY with VA Angler Ryan Lachniet
I sit down this week on BCR & talk with one of the best young naglers here in VA Ryan Lachniet. We discuss his road to winning the 2026 Tackle Warehouse ROY title & a who lote more. Ryan's journey consited of a lot of hard work & dedication & we all know in the end will always pay off.
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