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Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast

Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast

Andrew Hayes

  • 58 minutes 44 seconds
    Ep. 353 - The Big Four: Episode 3 - PRADCO Outdoor Brands w/ Chad Warner (Vice President of Brand Management)

    Welcome to episode three of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the Vice President of Brand Management at PRADCO Outdoor Brands, Mr. Chad Warner.

    To learn more about PRADCO Outdoor Brands, visit https://www.pradcooutdoorbrands.com/fishing-brands/

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/

    Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/

    Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/

    16 June 2026, 4:01 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Ep. 352 - The Big Four: Episode 2 - Rapala/VMC w/ Travis Tuma (President of Rapala/VMC USA)

    Welcome to episode two of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the President of Rapala/VMC USA, Mr. Travis Tuma.

    To learn more about Rapala/VMC, visit https://www.rapala.com/us_en/rapala

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/

    Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/

    Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/

    9 June 2026, 4:01 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    Ep. 351 - The Big Four: Episode 1 - GSM Outdoors w/ Crispin Powley (Sr. Vice President of Fishing)

    Welcome to episode one of the "The Big Four" presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This four-part series take a behind-the-scenes look at the four largest parent companies in fishing tackle, who collectively own and control over 80 of the biggest brands in baits, rods, reels, line, and accessories. Today's guest is the Senior Vice President of Fishing at GSM Outdoors, Mr. Crispin Powley.

    To learn more about GSM Outdoors, visit https://www.gsmoutdoors.com/our-brands/

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | https://rodlocker.com/ | Promo Code: TACKLETALKJUNE

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | https://ampedoutdoors.com/

    Humminbird | https://humminbird.com/

    Minn Kota | https://minnkotamotors.com/

    2 June 2026, 4:01 am
  • 25 minutes 45 seconds
    Ep. 350 - MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: Unveiling Our Next 4-Part Mini Series!

    We have a very special episode for you today, as we unveil a project that we've been working on for months and is finally set to release next week: the next 4-part mini series produced by the Tackle Talk Podcast! In addition to giving you the full scoop on what you can expect from Tackle Talk over the next four weeks we'll also recap MLF's Heavy Hitters and more!

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    26 May 2026, 4:01 am
  • 37 minutes 17 seconds
    Ep. 349 - Giant 32 Inch Worms, State Records, Prayers Needed, Casting vs Spinning for Poppers, and more!

    On today's episode:

    • Some folks in the fishing world could really use your prayers
    • Bassmaster Elite Series results from Santee Cooper
    • A new state record for Tennessee
    • A new 3ft long senko-style worm
    • Fishing Poll: Do you throw poppers on Casting or Spinning gear?
    • Mailbag: Seasons, live bait, odd lure choices, and more!

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    19 May 2026, 4:01 am
  • 57 minutes 30 seconds
    Ep. 348 - SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Featuring TONS of Great Small Tackle Companies!

    · Ladies and gentlemen On today's episode, we're going to talk about a TON of small tackle companies, many of which are very humble mom and pop, family owned operations that YOU ALL suggested! So we'll do a little digging on their websites and highlight some awesome products these companies are making, and show some love to the little guys making awesome tackle. We also have Bassmaster Elite Series results from Lake Murray, we've got a product teaser from Newport, we've got we answer your questions about sub $200 rods, chatter bait differences, color choice and so much more!

    Big Joshy Swimbaits - https://bigjoshyswimbaits-com.3dcartstores.com/

    Bullshad Swimbaits - https://bullshad.com/

    Great Lakes Finesse - https://www.greatlakesfinesse.com/

    Bizzbaits - https://bizzbaits.com/

    Dirty Jigs - https://thefishingfactory.com/

    Wambaits - https://wambaits-canada.myshopify.com/en-us

    Go 2 Bait Company - https://www.go2bait.com/

    4d Baits - https://www.4dbaits.com/

    Ned Wacky Baits - https://nedwacky.com/

    Jeff's Jigs - https://greatcanadianfishingstore.com/collections/jeffs-jigs?srsltid=AfmBOopZroEaLdfmjQe4mgauIMX8PqvjeF50cMnWzSkvIVOP0LRBaC6L

    Henry Barber Swimbaits - https://henrybarberfishing.com/

    HH Custom Baits - https://www.hhcustombaitsllc.com/

    Sick Custom Spinnerbaits - https://sickcustombaits.com/

    Keystone Tackle - https://keystonetackle.com/

    Swampro Lures - https://www.swamprolures.com/

    Mimic Baits Company - https://www.mimicbaitshandpoured.com/

    Moondog Bait Company - https://moondogbaitco.com/

    Secret Lures - https://www.secretlures.com/

    Magnum Baits - https://magnumbaits.com/

    BassReaper Bait Co. - https://bassreaperbaitco.com/

    Limestone Lures - https://www.limestonelures.ca/

    Tactical Fishing Company - https://tacticalfishingco.com/

    Jewel Bait Company - https://jewelbait.com/

    Mule Fishing - https://www.mulefishing.com/

    Creek Life Lure Co. - https://creeklifelureco.com/

    Jade's Jigs - https://jadesjigs.com/

    J Bro's Lures - https://www.jbroslures.com/

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    12 May 2026, 4:01 am
  • 47 minutes 13 seconds
    Ep. 347 - What's Going On With TUNGSTEN?! Plus: The Most OVERRATED Bait Companies, Wading in Gross Water, and more!

    On today's episode:

    • The rapidly rising cost of Tungsten!
    • Major League Fishing Stage 5 results
    • Fishing Poll: The most OVERRATED bait companies
    • Mailbag: Wading in nasty water, rod weights, and more!

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAMAY

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    5 May 2026, 4:01 am
  • 58 minutes 22 seconds
    Ep. 346 - Great AMAZON Fishing Accessories, Evergreen's New BACKSLIDING Craw, Multispecies Fishing, and More!

    On today's episode:

    • Some of my favorite inexpensive Amazon fishing accessories
    • Evergreen's new Claw Motion craw meant for 'backsliding"
    • Our favorite species' to target other than bass
    • Dangerous winds
    • Bold predictions
    • Microfishing
    • And more!

    AMAZON LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

    • Fenix HM70R Headlamp - https://amzn.to/3Qz8HEw
    • Truscend Fishing Pliers (A1-Black) - https://amzn.to/4u2Uqy9
    • Skylety Fishing Rod & Billiard Cue Clips - https://amzn.to/4d7D0uG
    • Retractable Carabiners (3pk) - https://amzn.to/3QYXHAk
    • Kydex (.08 thickness / 8"x12" sheets / 2pk) - https://amzn.to/4cPSq5v
    • Marine GOOP - https://amzn.to/3QlxcFf
    • ChangTa Thru-Hull Kit - https://amzn.to/42rOIKq
    • Battery Quick Connect (Newport copy) - https://amzn.to/3OpgS5L
    • VEVOR Heavy Duty Kayak Cart - https://amzn.to/3QwdNBp

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    28 April 2026, 4:01 am
  • 51 minutes 14 seconds
    Ep. 345 - The WORST Fishing Lines, A New Reel From ARK, REDCREST Recap, Megabass Vision 110+2 Jr., and More!

    On today's episode:

    • A sneak peek at an exciting new reel from Ark Fishing
    • Megabass finally drops it's newest jerkbait in the Vision 110 lineup'
    • The WORST fishing lines in the industry
    • REDCREST results from Major League Fishing
    • Bassmaster Elite Series results from the Arkansas River
    • Frogging Reels
    • Fish movement in creeks
    • The old school technique of 'back reeling'
    • And more!

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    21 April 2026, 4:01 am
  • 51 minutes 50 seconds
    Ep. 344 - Our Favorite NED RIG WORMS, Top 3 JERKBAITS, An MLF Video Game, and An Exciting New Reel from.. ABU GARCIA?

    On today's episode: Abu Garcia teases a new reel that seems a little off brand (in a good way), we talk about our favorite Ned Rig soft plastic worms, Major League Fishing announces a new.. video game? And we talk about our top 3 favorite jerkbaits, castable sonar pods, chatterbait tips, and more!

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    14 April 2026, 4:01 am
  • 40 minutes 52 seconds
    Ep. 343 - An INSANE DEAL On A Very Popular SHIMANO Rod, Scent vs. No Scent, Rod And Reel Cleaning, Budget Musky Setups, and More!

    Today we have a killer show that ends with a KILLER deal, on one of the best selling rods of the last 5-10 years! It's a deal so good, you have to do a double take, but I promise, it's real. We also tackle the topic of scented soft plastics in this week's fishing poll, and in the mailbag we discuss rod and reel cleaning, the Tatula X vs Shimano SLX XT, budget musky setups, and more!

    LINK TO ARDENT REEL CLEANING KIT: https://amzn.to/41hC14E

    Tackle Talk is presented by:

    The Rod Locker | www.therodlocker.com | Promo Code: TACKLETALKAPRIL

    Additional support provided by:

    Amped Outdoors | www.ampedoutdoors.com

    Humminbird | www.humminbird.com

    Minn Kota | www.minnkotamotors.com

    7 April 2026, 4:01 am
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