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Better Fishing with 2 Bald Biologists

Better Fishing with 2 Bald Biologists

Written by: Corey Oakley and Ben Ricks
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Avid anglers Corey Oakley and Ben Ricks are North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission biologists. Listen in as they help anglers understand more about the fish and fisheries in North Carolina while promoting conservation of valuable natural resources. These monthly podcasts will link the research and surveys conducted by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission to fishing in North Carolina. Our hope is to help anglers learn more about fish, so they can catch more fish. Our expert guests will include biologists, anglers, and fishing industry professionals to talk fish and fishing in North Carolina. Thank you for listening and please submit questions and feedback to twobaldbiologists@ncwildlife.orgCopyright 2026 Better Fishing with 2 Bald Biologists
Episodes
  • Take a Warrior Fishing, Inc.

    Take a Warrior Fishing, Inc.
    May 12 2026

    Ben and Corey are joined by Ken and Pete from Take a Warrior Fishing, Inc. They discuss the organization’s mission of creating connection, camaraderie, and healing for the veteran community through free fishing experiences across North Carolina and beyond. They also talk fishing techniques, favorite spring opportunities, and how “Fishing Heals” both on and off the water.
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    54 mins
  • Watha State Fish Hatchery: The Striped Bass King

    Watha State Fish Hatchery: The Striped Bass King
    Apr 14 2026

    Corey and Ben sit down with Watha Fish Hatchery Superintendent Jeff Evans to discuss how the hatchery operates and supports angling opportunities for a variety of warmwater species across North Carolina. Tune in to hear about Striped Bass production and pick up tips for targeting these feisty fish in the late spring.
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    54 mins
  • American Shad Fishing on the Cape Fear River

    American Shad Fishing on the Cape Fear River
    Mar 10 2026

    Join Ben and Corey as they welcome biologist Kyle Rachels to discuss American shad fishing opportunities on the Cape Fear River. Listen in as they explore what makes the Cape Fear unique to North Carolina and share some of the best techniques for targeting these springtime visitors.
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    53 mins
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