Wayne and Chuck welcome 2022 Bassmaster Classic qualifier Keith Tuma to the podcast to recount the tale of winning his very first Bassmaster Open to qualify for the Classic. The Fish Bums also discuss: ·      Living t...

Wayne and Chuck are joined by their buddy “Ox” to discuss their annual Lake of the Woods trip. In a wide-ranging discussion that included a fair amount of “friendly” ribbing, the trio discusses: ·      Missing fishing...

Wisconsin Elite Series Pro Pat Schlapper joins the podcast to discuss taking the leap from secure employment to aspiring Elite Series pro, his ability to attain his dream efficiently and life as an Elite Series rookie.  Later, Wayne...

In Episode 19, Wayne and Chuck welcome a voice that has taught them a great deal about catching fish in the Upper Midwest -- Jason Mitchell. Through his television show (Jason Mitchell Outdoors) as well as countless seminars and articles, Jason...

Wayne and Chuck welcome Minnesota fishing guide and fishing instructor/promoter Matt Johnson to the podcast to talk fall fishing in Minnesota and a great deal more, including:* the best cold water bass tactic you've never heard of, 

Wayne and Chuck welcome aspiring Elite Series angler Brad Leuthner to the podcast to discuss what it takes to chase blue trophies, how local lessons can pay national dividends and the secret spinnerbait bite that earned him his first appearance...

Nacogdoches, Texas bass pro Todd Castledine is the humble type, quick to explain that he’s been fortunate to catch a few breaks on the path to a multi-faceted career in the bass fishing industry. But listen closely and you’ll realize that, actu...

Wayne and Chuck welcome Minnesota bass fisherman and weeknight bass club commissioner Matt Voigt to the podcast to discuss: ·       Boat-flipping 3-pounders·       22-pound sixth-place ...

Wayne and Chuck fire up the mics for an emergency pod made possible by the cancellation of a weeknight club derby. The guys tackle a host of topics, including (but absolutely not limited to), fishing jersey fabric, wake boats (again), ’staches ...

We welcome aspiring Elite Series angler Adam Bartusek to the podcast to discuss the epic fish tales he’s telling through video, as well as his aggressive derby schedule, which he hopes will lead to life on the pro tour.  The guys al...

Twin Cities guide and tournament angler Matt Peters joins the podcast to talk about his recent hot streak on The Champions Tour and many other topics, including: ·      A (possible) $10K dead-head·   ...

Wayne and Chuck gather on the shores of a north-central Minnesota lake to lick their wounds and regain confidence after their club derby season opens with a debacle. #live2fish

Chuck and Wayne discuss a recent trip to Lake of the Ozarks and the beginning of their 2021 bass league season.  #live2fish

Meet the man behind outdoor art like you’ve never seen and Mississippi River fishing like you’ve never experienced. Josh DeSmit is equal parts angler and artist and talks to Wayne and Chuck about his inspiration, style and favorite muskie fly n...

Wayne and Chuck discuss the end of The Curse and the (final) status of The Wager before bringing on two very special guests to discuss a recent ice fishing outing. Finally, Certified Fish Bum Brian Koshenina of Muskies and More Guide Service jo...

Wayne is in the fishing slump of a lifetime. Chuck is trying to ease his pain. Plus, an ice fishing season review and a preview to a day in which a couple of Dads hope to give their sons a positive on-ice experience.  #live2fish

After recapping their Lake Winnibigoshish trip and lamenting both the Minnesota winter and an under-whelming ice fishing season, Wayne and Chuck welcome aspiring bass pro Brian Smith to the podcast to get their minds right for the upcoming bass...

Gathered around a cabin dining room table on the shores of Minnesota’s Lake Winnibigoshish, Wayne and Chuck welcome their wives to the podcast to share what it takes to make marriage to a fish bum work, tips and tricks for planning a co-ed fish...

From a Lake of the Woods fish house, Wayne and Chuck discuss: ·      what tactics and strategies are working there (and not); ·      Busch Light with a hint of walleye;·    ...

As their ice fishing seasons accelerate to a crawl, Wayne and Chuck give updates on a couple (late) early-ice efforts, provide an update (or lack thereof) on The Wager, discuss the necessities of becoming a beginning ice fisherman and geek out ...

Not-so-patiently awaiting the beginning of ice fishing season, Wayne and Chuck discuss ice fishing impatience, the failure of a bank fishing excursion, personal goals for the upcoming ice season, and a way-too-intense season-long wager. More im...

In this prefatory episode, Wayne and Chuck introduce themselves, the Fish Bum concept and discuss throw-away first-cast efforts (not unlike this one) for the sake of superstition.