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As the ice melts and water temperatures hover in the low 40s, finding and catching bass can be one of the toughest challenges for any angler. In today’s episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, host Bailey Eigbrett sits down with "The Dean" of Bass University, Pete Gluszek, to break down the science of late winter and early spring bass fishing.

Pete shares his expert insights on how to track bass movements from wintering holes to pre-spawn staging areas. We dive deep into the "roadmap" theory, the importance of the northwest corner of the lake, and why the Chesapeake Bay area offers unique lessons for anglers everywhere.

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Is Arkansas quietly becoming a Top 5 state for giant largemouth bass? In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Risley from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and Natalie Goldstrohm from Texas Parks and Wildlife to break down the science behind the next generation of trophy bass fishing.

We dive deep into the new Arkansas Legacy Lunker Program and how it compares to the legendary Texas ShareLunker Program. Learn how biologists are using genetics to turn "The Natural State" into a destination for catching the fish of a lifetime. If you want to know where the next state record bass might come from, you don't want to miss this conversation.

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Arkansas Game & Fish (https://www.agfc.com/fishing/black-bass/arkansas-legacy-lunker-program/)
Texas Parks & Wildlife (https://texassharelunker.com/)

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In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we sit down with a legendary panel: Bryan Thrift, Todd Auten, and Stephen Browning. Whether you call it a ChatterBait or a vibrating jig, these three pros have won hundreds of thousands of dollars on this single lure, and today they are breaking down every detail to help you catch more bass.

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Stephen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenbrowningoutdoors/
Todd's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddautenfishing/
New Fishing Access Article: https://www.doi.gov/document-library/secretary-order/so-3447-expanding-hunting-and-fishing-access-removing-unnecessary

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How do you catch nearly 100 pounds of California largemouth in just three days? In today's episode, we sit down with the 2026 WON BASS Winter Open Champion, Garrett Ellenson, fresh off his dominant performance at Clear Lake. Garrett weighed in a massive 98.37lb total, including consistent 30lb+ bags, to take home the trophy and a brand-new Ranger/Mercury rig.

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Winter bass fishing can be incredible—but it can also be dangerous if you’re not prepared. In this episode of the Serious Angler Podcast, we break down winter bass fishing safety tips every angler needs to know to stay warm, dry, and safe on the water.

We cover the real differences between insulated cold-weather fishing gear vs rain gear, how wind chill affects your body temperature, and why blocking wind is often more important than blocking rain during winter fishing. We also dive into cold water immersion, what actually happens if you fall into cold water from a boat, kayak, or while bank fishing, and the critical steps that can help you survive.

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Bass fishing isn’t just about lures, locations, and techniques — it’s about biology, conservation, and understanding the fish themselves. In this episode, we sit down with a fisheries biologist to break down largemouth bass biology, bass population health, and what’s really happening beneath the surface of today’s fisheries.

We cover how bass grow, spawn, feed, and adapt — and how factors like fishing pressure, catch-and-release, habitat loss, climate change, and water quality all impact bass populations across the country. Whether you’re a weekend angler, tournament fisherman, or just someone who loves learning more about bass fishing, this conversation bridges the gap between science and real-world angling.

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What are the biggest bass fishing trends for 2026? We sat down with Matt Johnson, CEO of Omnia Fishing, to break down the industry shifts, tackle innovations, and technique changes that every angler needs to know for the upcoming season.

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In this final episode of 2025, the Serious Angler team sits down to reflect on an incredible year of fishing and podcasting. We want to start by saying a massive THANK YOU to the Serious Angler community for listening, watching, and supporting us all year long. We truly couldn't do this without you.

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Podcast Bailey Mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-with-steven-bartlett/id1291423644?i=1000743018029

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