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Great to have you back for Episode 406 of Bass Edge Radio! These past several weeks have been extremely interesting in the bass'in world! The MLF Bass Pro Tour crowned the final regular season champion and AOY winner, Matt Becker. Kevin VanDam has fished his final regular season bass fishing tournament and we take a quick look at his stellar career. The MLF Toyota Series had a event on the St. Lawrence River and an angler from Tennessee takes the title. We get into a deep discussion with 2023 Mississippi River MLF Invitational Champion and 2024 MLF Bass Pro Tour Rookie to be, Matt Stefan. Kurt and Matt breakdown his successful fishing tactics and Matt's consistent career performance. Kurt's final thoughts include the final 2 Bassmaster Elite Events coming up in the next 2 weeks on Lake Champlain and Lake Ontario, and who he thinks has a shot to end the regular season as the 2023 Bassmaster Angler of the Year!

Here we Go! Episode 405 of Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard. After a small spell of downtime from tournaments the organizations have had lots of events in the second half of July so there is plenty to talk about and discuss in this show! We begin this episode with a breakdown of current events and happenings from the BASS Elite Series, MLF Invitationals, BASS Opens and the NPFL. Then we dive into a great interview with the BASS Opens EQ Angler of the Year leader JT Thompkins. JT brings the goods on what it takes to be a successful up and coming angler. Kurt and JT also discuss how the game is changing generationally and what it means to attempt to become successful in Triple A events as the sport of bass fishing evolves. There is also an interesting discussion on how much technology is too much and could a limit on the use of it be coming in the sport? Finally, Kurt breaks down the 2 big events coming in the next couple weeks with the MLF Bass Pro Tour wrapping up the regular season right now

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard, kicks off with a recap of a few products launched at ICAST 2023 and Kurt provides insight on his thoughts of the manufacturer show. You will want to hear his understanding of where manufacturers are heading and some of the hot techniques being talked about amongst the pros and retailers. With a big gap in tournament action in the first half of July, Kurt rolls right into the Feature Angler Spotlight with MLF/BPT Stage 5 Cayuga Champion, New Jersey Pro Angler Adrian Avena. Adrian talks about his thoughts on realizing his goal to become a national tournament champion as well as addressing some of the feedback about the MLF/BPT Cayuga event on social media. Kurt discusses with Adrian the shift in northern smallmouth behavior patterns from the spawn to post spawn and then mid-summer patterns. Adrian breaks down how water currents effect the feeding habits of fish and how he determines where they are positioned. This conservation turns into great insight for the

Join us for a special holiday weekend episode of Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard, as we dive into some exciting mid-summer fishing! In this episode, we give you a quick recap of the latest happenings in the bass tournament world. Joey Nania claims his second Open victory at Lake Eufaula, while Nick Hatfield dominates the MLF Invitationals at Potomac River, securing a $115K payday. Bret Carnwright emerges as the champion of the Lake Champlain Toyota Series, showcasing the dominance of sight fishing for smallmouth. We also discuss the St. Clair MLF/BPT, where Jordan Lee emerges as the victor with a consistent quality catch. As we tape this episode on the road in NY, we gear up for some thrilling smallmouth action on the St. Lawrence Seaway and Lake Ontario. Stay tuned as our featured angler, Nick Hatfield, joins us to break down his recent victories and share some insights into smallmouth fishing. Nick's win at the Potomac River has caught the attention of many, and we delve into his success a

Here we go! Back with another fantastic episode of Bass Edge Radio. This June 15 kicks off with a quick recap of the Sabine BASS Elite Series and MLF/BPT Cayuga NY events. Then we move to the Showcase talking Pro-Bass Camp and the Free Rig technique with Dave Mansue. Learn how Dave is using the free rig effectively and why the presentation is so effective. Then we dive into the Feature Angler Spotlight with BASS Elite Series Fan favorite Matty Wong. Matty reveals how his solid finish at the Sabine River came together and his plans for the next several weeks before the next Elite Series event on Lake St. Clair at the end of July. We conclude the episode with a run down of impending events on the professional bass fishing trails within the next few weeks.

MLF/Bass Pro Tour angler Jacob Wall is Gliding Ledges and New York angler Alec Morrison has a history making victory in Texas! Join us for another fun-filled episode packed with educational experiences from the professional bass fishing world. If you've enjoyed our recent episodes, remember to click that Subscribe button on YouTube and your favorite streaming platform, so you never miss an episode of Bass Edge! In this episode, we dive into the latest on-the-water action and tournament highlights chatting about the Elite Series on Lay Lake the MLF/BPT on Guntersville as well as the MLF/Toyota Series at Sam Rayburn and lastly the BASS Open on Wheeler Lake. Joining us in the Showcase portion of the episode is Alec Morrison, the NY angler who surprised the field of TX hammers on Sam Rayburn at the MLF/Toyota Series event. We discuss his pre-tournament thought process, the evolution of his electronics use, and how he achieved such a commanding victory. In our Feature Angler Spotlight, we have Jacob Wall, an ML

Alton Jones Jr.'s Dominating MLF/Heavey Hitters Performance and Grae Bucks early 2023 success fishing the MLF/Invitationals In this episode, we kick things off in the Showcase with Grae Buck, an MLF/Invitational Pro, who will be discussing his 2023 success and breaking down the strategies that have worked for him on the water. Grae shares his insights and techniques that have propelled him into the top 5 of the current Angler of the Year standings. Discover how he maintains positive momentum and adapts to different tournament conditions. If you're eager to learn from a successful angler, this segment is a must-watch! Next up, we have Alton Jones Jr in our Feature Angler Spotlight, the 2023 MLF Heavy Hitters Champion. Prepare to be amazed as Alton recounts his dominating performance and the factors that led to his incredible win on Bussey Brake Reservoir in LA. Find out what was going through his mind on Championship Day as his lead kept growing. Learn about his bait selection, techniques, and expertise that m

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard cruises into May 1 2023 featuring 2 X MLF/Toyota Champion Jake Lawrence in the Feature Angler Spotlight for this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge host Kurt Dove talks through with Jake about his recent winning pattern and on Kentucky/Barkley Lakes and why/how he adapted to fishing for smallmouth to claim the trophy. In our Bass Edge Showcase we hear from Rick Harris of Hill Country Hammer Outfitters in Texas on the fundamental 'Little Things' anglers can focus on and control to become a more successful angler.

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard moves into the Apr. 15 2023 episode featuring MLF/BPT and BASS Elite Series pro angler Keith Poche in the Angler Spotlight for this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge host Kurt Dove chats with Keith about his Stage 2 MLF Win as well as his approach that secured a solid finish at the MLF/BPT Stage 3 Lake Murray last week. 2023 Top 10 ABA Championship angler and MLF Media man Jody White joins us for the Showcase segment revealing his thoughts of what makes a top tier bass angler in the business. Jody also reveals the strategies for his recent ABA tournament success on the Red River in LA.

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard glides into April 2023 featuring BASS Elite Series Angler Bryan Schmitt in Angler Spotlight for this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge host Kurt Dove discuss with Bryan is 2nd place finish at the Bassmaster Classic in Knoxville TN. Bryan also joins us for the Showcase segment revealing is favorite hook for drop shotting and Kurt and Bryan show several ways to rig plastics for this very diverse technique to present plastics near the lake/river bottom.

Bass Edge Radio interviews MLF Bass Pro Tour angler Dylan Hays as the featured angler in their latest podcast presented by Megaware KeelGuard. Show hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove discuss with Dylan his huge come back at the Bass Pro Tour Stage 1 event in Florida as well as his thoughts on following bass behavior on a singular body of water through the spring. In the Showcase we hear from Jay Kumar creator of the BassBlaster newsletter. We discuss the Top 10 tournament lures he found to be most successful based through his extensive research. This is a great episode of Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard rolls into Mar. 2023 featuring MLF Invitational Pro Josh Weaver in the featured Angler Spotlight for this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove discuss with Josh his 1st win this past February on Lake Okeechobee and his consistency competing on the MLF Pro Circuit the last 4 years. Additionally, you can hear about Josh's take on the early pre-spawn bass behavior patterns and most effective ways he breaks down fisheries. The Showcase segment dissects winning Co-Angler strategies with Pro Angler Kyle Gelles... coming off a recent MLF Toyota Series 2nd place co-angler finish at Lake Guntersville. As a BASS Opens EQ Pro Angler, you will want to hear Kyle's perspective.

Bass Edge Radio interviews MLF Bass Pro Tour angler Fred Roumbanis as the featured angler in their latest podcast presented by Megaware KeelGuard. Show hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove discuss with Fred winter fishing and targeting shallow water bass. Listen to Freds secrets for shallow water cover and fishing scenarios where he targets bass in less than 10 feet during the winter months. In the Showcase we discuss a new podcast program called "The Big Bass Podcast" with host and bass fishing statistical guru Ken Duke. Don't miss this episode of Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard flows into Feb. 2023 featuring BASS Elite Series angler Kenta Kimura in the Angler Spotlight for this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove dive into some exceptional Japanese fishing tactics education as Kenta details his best strategies to fish free fall gravity baits, the free rig and mid-strolling. Understand his view of finesse fishing... it's likely much different than you think. We have our third Showcase segment of 2023 as Chad Morgenthaler highlights a new youth fishing program in Missouri called 'Future Cast Academy'. You're really going to enjoy this episode of Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio interviews MLF 2023 REDCREST Qualifier and Bass Pro Tour Angler Jeremy Lawyer as the featured angler in their latest podcast presented by Megaware KeelGuard. Show hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove talk to Jeremy about his rise from a weekend angler to the top tour in the sport bass fishing. We also discuss his boat rigging regiment and first days on the water of 2023. In our unique Showcase segment, we learn about BeatDown Outdoors product from Blake Price. These are electronics mounts you'll want to see. All this and more from Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard busts into 2023 with the 'King of the Hill' from 2022. We are stoked to have 2022 BASS Elite Series Angler of the Year Brandon Palaniuk as the featured Angler Spotlight in this top-rated podcast. Bass Edge hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove discuss with Brandon ways he will look to improve in 2023 and his thoughts from years past to the present. In our new Showcase segment we hear from Alex Moon of Mystery Tackle Box to gain a better understanding of what this popular subscription tackle box service provides and some benefits it can have to your angling. Kick your 2023 bass fishing game into gear with Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio interviews 2022 BASS Northern Open Division AOY and 2023 BASS Elite Series rookie Alex Wetherell as the featured angler in their latest podcast presented by Megaware KeelGuard. Show hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove learn more about Alex and his angling background as well as his connection to Lunker City Fishing manufacturing. In an additional segment Aaron and Kurt talk Christmas wishes and New Years resolutions. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from us all here at Bass Edge Radio!

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard is excited to chat with 2022 MLF/Pro Circuit Title Champion and 2023 MLF/Bass Pro Tour qualifier Spencer Shuffield in the featured Angler Spotlight of their top-rated podcast. Bass Edge hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove breakdown Spencers success over the past 3 seasons since returning to the national bass fishing scene. We also have an additional segment of the show that includes Bass Angler Magazine editor and 2022 Toyota Series Championship angler Mark Lassagne. This episode is an absolute marathon with tons of interesting facets!

Bass Edge Radio interviews 2022 Won Bass US Open Champion and MLF/Bass Pro Tour Angler Josh Bertrand as the featured angler in their latest podcast presented by Megaware KeelGuard. Show hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove breakdown with Josh the finer details of his success with live scope, patterning bass in the fall and how he locates bass on pressured waters. In our special segment we get an opportunity to understand the Omnia Fishing Ambassador program as Austin Buck, a Director with Omnia, provides insight to this interactive retail tackle platform. You're going to want to take advantage of Omnia!

Bass Edge Radio, presented by Megaware KeelGuard is excited to have BASS Elite Series Pro and 2022 BASS Sam Rayburn Central Open Champion, Keith Combs in the featured Angler Spotlight for thier top-rated podcast. Bass Edge hosts Aaron Martin and Kurt Dove discuss with Keith his most successful fall patterns and what he looks for it catch winning fish during this traditionally tough bass fishing season. We also have special segment with BASS Elite Series Angler Brad Hallman discussing the proper power set up for the new era of electronics. This is a very informative show!