Does stocking more bass actually lead to better fishing, or are we just throwing money in the water? I sat down with a fisheries biologist to uncover the surprising truth about bass stocking and why it might be hurting your local lake.

In this episode, we dive deep into the science of fisheries management. Many anglers believe that the solution to "slow fishing" is simply adding more fish, but the reality is much more complex. We discuss carrying capacity, genetic integrity, and the specific outcomes biologists look for when managing public and private water. Whether you’re a tournament angler or a pond owner, this conversation will change how you look at water management.

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In this episode we dive into the world of bass management with one of its leading voices — Vic DiCenzo, Ph.D., Coordinator of the Black Bass Program at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). Vic walks us through how the AGFC uses a collaborative stakeholder approach — where anglers just like you play a real role — in shaping the future of black bass fisheries.

Want to dig deeper? Here are the links mentioned in this episode:

• AGFC – Black Bass Program: https://www.agfc.com/fishing/black-bass/black-bass-program/

• AGFC – Reservoir Black Bass Management Plan (2022-2031): https://www.agfc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/5-Reservoir-Black-Bass-Management-Plan.pdf

• Vic DiCenzo’s profile and appointment: https://www.agfc.com/news/dicenzo-to-head-up-agfcs-focus-on-bass-management/

Whether you’re bank-fishing your local lake or chasing 8-10 lb giants on the grass flats, this conversation will give you behind-the-scenes ammo to better understand how fisheries get managed — and how you, the angler, are a key piece of that puzzle.

Tune in now and let’s get informed, inspired, and ready to make each bass spring more meaningful

In this episode, we dive into The Most Bizarre Kayak Fishing Scandal We’ve Ever Seen. A kayak angler literally sawed a kayak in half, strapped it to his bass boat, and tried to pass off his catches as if he were fishing from a kayak. Yeah… you read that right.

I’m joined by my good friend Bailey Eigbrett from the Serious Anglers Podcast Network, and together we break down how this insane scheme unfolded, how the tournament director caught it, and what it means for the integrity of kayak fishing going forward.

It’s one of the wildest stories the kayak fishing world has ever seen — and it’s sparking some serious conversations about honesty, community, and competition on the water.

In this episode, I sit down with fisheries biologist Garrett Stamport from Prestine Pond Management, a graduate of Texas A&M University, to tackle one of the most controversial topics in the bass fishing community—aquatic vegetation spraying.

Do bass really need grass to survive? Does killing vegetation affect their behavior, the bite, and overall fish health? And does spraying actually kill bass—or is the truth more complicated? Garrett brings the science, the experience, and the facts to clear the water on this heated debate.

If you’ve ever wondered how lake management practices impact your fishing, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss

🔥 ICAST 2025 is right around the corner, and let’s just say… it’s already off the rails. From fuzzy dice baits to recycled gimmicks, the tackle industry might’ve finally jumped the shark. In this livestream, we’re previewing all the latest drops, hot takes, and what’s setting the fishing world on fire — literally.This ain’t your average ICAST coverage — this is the honest breakdown.🎤 Let’s roast some baits and celebrate the good, the bad, and the straight-up ridiculous.Want to watch more fishing videos click here 👉🏻 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFPTCnirPW3PfGLrCIjtwtiZ5VxyGvSr1DISCOUNT CODES…Code RUDD = 10% off at Omnia Fishing: https://omnia.direct/HomePageCode BEARD = $50 Omnia Fishing gift card with the purchase of Omnia Pro subscription: https://omnia.direct/ProCode NAKORUDD15 = 15% off at Nako: https://tinyurl.com/NakoFishingGear I use everyday…Rods and Reels: https://omnia.direct/ABUBaits: https://omnia.direct/BerkleyStorage: https://omnia.direct/PlanoTungsten: https://tinyurl.com/NakoFishingTools…Scissors: https://amzn.to/3zTOZeEPliers: https://amzn.to/4dKyT4OElectronics…Graphs: https://omnia.direct/HumminbirdTrolling Motor: https://omnia.direct/QuestRaptors: https://omnia.direct/RaptorsLife jacket: https://omnia.direct/LifeJacketKayak: https://tinyurl.com/DugOutKayakKayak motor: https://amzn.to/3YgWIwyKayak board: https://omnia.direct/BoardKayak FFS Pole: https://tinyurl.com/SniperMarine📲Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/ARFInsta🔵FaceBook: https://tinyurl.com/ARFFaceBook🤳🏼TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/ARFTikTok🔊 Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/ARFPodcasts📧Business email: alexruddfishing@gmail.comThe above are affiliate links, when you use them I make a small commission that helps to support the channel! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5744931115106304

If you decide to write your federal or state senator, here is the reference number for Rick’s complaint: No. 05AEDFD83E.

In this episode, I sit down with Rick Byrnes to uncover the truth behind the Asian Carp crisis—and the disturbing role the federal government may be playing in making the problem worse. Rick has spent years researching invasive species and has filed official complaints against the USGS and USFWS, citing negligence, misconduct, and a lack of real solutions.

If you care about fishing, conservation, or just want to hear the story the mainstream won’t cover—you need to hear this.

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In this episode, we dive headfirst into the rabbit hole… and who knows where we’ll end up. One minute it’s bass fishing tips, the next it’s Bigfoot, aliens, conspiracy theories, and all kinds of strange-but-true randomness.

This isn’t your typical outdoor podcast — it’s part fishing, part mystery, and full-on chaos. If you’ve ever hooked a bass while wondering if Bigfoot’s watching from the bank… this episode is for you.

🌀 Strap in. It’s gonna get weird.

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Think you know all the fish swimming in your local rivers and streams? In our lakes and reservoirs, we target bass and crappie, and in our rivers, we chase trout and catfish. But beneath the surface, a secret world of vibrant, beautiful, and "forgotten fish" is fighting for survival, and their fate is a direct indicator of the health of the waters we all love.

In this episode, we sit down with Bo Baxter, the Senior Conservation Biologist at Conservation Fisheries, Inc. (CFI). Bo is on the front lines of the fight to save North America's most imperiled freshwater fish. We dive deep into a world most anglers have never seen, discussing the incredible species that form the foundation of our aquatic ecosystems.

Guest Information & Resources:

• Guest: Bo Baxter, Senior Conservation Biologist
• Organization: Conservation Fisheries, Inc. (CFI)
• Support Their Mission: CFI is a non-profit organization. You can learn more, see photos of the fish discussed, and donate to their vital work at their website.

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