The OneCast crew breaks down the major BFL restructure: a move to team/solo formats, 20 regional divisions, five qualifiers, $500 team entry, changed payouts, and the debate over forward-facing sonar and eligibility for other pro tours.

They also cover pro-roster updates and AOY races, recap recent event results, and preview the Bassmaster Open on Lake Erie with practice plans, smallmouth tactics and key baits to watch.

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Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

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This week on The OneCast Ben Willis of Core Sound Custom Rods joins us explaining why he builds lightweight, purpose-driven rods, how to order custom builds, and sharing local tournament and saltwater fishing insights. The episode closes with a candid conversation about social media, anglers following each other on public water, and how to balance promotion with protecting fishing spots.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

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Hosts Trey, Pete and Ben dive into the Bassmaster AOY race at the St. Lawrence River and debate whether Trey McKinney, Corey Johnston or Drew Cook will take the title.

Guest Javon from The Real Bass Pursuit shares his story from New York to the military, becoming a content creator, and joining One Cast Fishing as media director.

The episode also covers fishing industry news, sponsor shout-outs, the role of content creators, veterans and mental health, and the upcoming Special Operations Bass Anglers charity tournament at Lake Norman on November 6.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

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Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram

A lively episode featuring guest Nick Kincaid from Drop Zone Tackle. The OneCast crew debate tournament changes and the decline of co-anglers, share fishing tips (Quiggle and urchin-style baits with jerkbait follow-ups), and tell personal stories — including a roof saga — before giving away a Quiggle in the live chat.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

Hosts Social Media

Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram

The OneCast crew and some special guests break down fishing through the dog days of summer, covering top bait choices (buzzbaits, frogs, ploppers, jigs, swimbaits), how to read current, inflows and thermoclines, and when to fish shallow versus offshore.

The episode also includes tournament insights, gear and mapping tips (Deep Dive), rotation strategies, safety reminders like staying hydrated, and practical adjustments for changing conditions.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

Hosts Social Media

Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram

Trey and Ben sit down with North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission biologists Kelsey Roberts and Seth Mycko to explain the F1 bass stocking project in Lake Norman, Jordan Lake and Lake Gaston. They discuss why the lakes were chosen, how sampling and genetics identify F1 fish, early growth results, and the public concerns around electrofishing and fish mortality.

The episode also covers shoreline habitat efforts including a new aquatic plant greenhouse, tips for anglers, and how listeners can find more information or contact NCWRC to support conservation and local fisheries management.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

Hosts Social Media

Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram

Dustin Smith walks through his rookie Bass Pro Tour season balancing family and business while adapting from five-fish formats to the intense every-fish format. He explains living "at the cut line," the razor-thin margins between making and missing cuts, and a few unlucky scale moments that cost him.

He details practice shifts—targeting volume over isolated giants—how flooded fisheries like Beaver and Grand Lake played to his strengths, his decision to fish without forward-facing sonar, and how heavy-hitters qualification works.

Smith also previews the final stop on Lake Erie, the upcoming team series, travel life on tour, sponsors, and why he’s learning to mix big fish with consistent volume to compete at the highest level.

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WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

Hosts Social Media

Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram

Ben and Trey pick up Pete's slack once again with a recap recent tournament, share gear recommendations, and discuss sponsor deals while dealing with summer heat and drought concerns.

They highlight veteran charities and tournament results from the Fishers of Men Championship and the Bassmaster Elite at Albemarle Sound (including Jason Christie’s win and the role of forward-facing sonar and urchin-style baits), and AOI standings heading into the northern swing.

Practical tips include using the Deep Dive app for lake levels and weather, preparing boats for rough water, and techniques to target smallmouth at Lake Erie. The episode mixes tournament analysis, fishing tactics, and community updates for anglers.

Support those who help to make this possible!

WELCOME WAYMIRE DISTRIBUTION! The latest partner of The OneCast! Be sure to reach out to Waymire for all of your boat trailer needs. Contact them at 1-800-434-4824!

Hobie Eyewear! If you are looking for highly affordable and high-quality polarized glasses to keep you safe on the water look no further than Hobie Eyewear! Use the link to save 15% off your order!

Terry Carpenter Licensed NC Realtor at Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston! Terry is available for all your central NC Real Estate, if you are in the market for a home in the Raleigh Area reach out to Terry at carpentert@hpw.com!

Deep Dive App! Download the Deep Dive App today from your phones app store to get the inside track on where to fish, what to throw, weather, wind, water clarity, and so much more! Deep Dive App helps you catch more fish!

OneCast Fishing! Head over to OneCast Fishing and use the code TheOneCast at checkout to save 10%! Join the snagless revolution, catch more fish and lose less tackle!

Join the conversation and our community where we work to build the culture of anglers helping anglers OneCast at a time head to The OneCast Community on Facebook

Head over and follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes videos, studio tours, and sneak peaks of what's coming! The OneCast on Instagram

Help us to continue to grow a culture of Anglers helping Anglers OneCast at a time!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and is thinking about harming themselves, reach out

(912)270-3726

(800)273-8255

Support these great organizations who are helping those who help keep us safe and free to talk about fishing!

Special Operations Bass Anglers

Take a Warrior Fishing Inc.

FX3 Inc

Heroes' Harvest

For His Glory Outdoors

Hosts Social Media

Pete on Instagram

Trey on Instagram