Back Lash Musky Fishing Podcast

353 - Pre‑Milwaukee Muskie Expo, Shop Hustle, Rig Boss Drops & Live Podcast

Welcome to a pre‑Milwaukee Muskie Expo episode of Back Lash Podcast — Jeff and Brad catch up on the shop being slammed, last‑minute show prep, and upcoming expo dates in West Bend and Shakopee.
They discuss new Rig Boss arrivals, glide bait vs. rubber tactics, leader recommendations, live podcast details from the Milwaukee show, and what to expect at the Minnesota Muskie Expo.

352 - Jesse Karau - M13 Madness: Big-Blade Breakthroughs, Wind Tactics & Solo Muskie Tips

Jesse Karau of Slime & Slay Outdoors joins the Back Lash Podcast to share his Northwoods musky adventures, season highlights (including a 48-inch fish), and the family roots that shaped his fishing career.
We cover tactics for windy and winter conditions, topwater and bucktail strategies, the M13 big-blade bait, solo-fishing tips, and where to find gear and content.

351 - Musky Industry Shakeup - New Owner Unites Mayhem, Innovations, and Chaos

This episode announces the sale of Musky Mayhem Tackle, Chaos Tackle, and Musky Innovations to Paul Check, who discusses his background, plans, and the transition process.
Hosts and former owners address rumors about production and big-box plans, explain timelines for inventory and staffing moves, and share reflections, thanks, and upcoming show appearances.

350 - Live from the Chicago Muskie Expo

Live from the Chicago Muskie Expo, three top guides—DJ Chupita, Phil Bauerly  and Spencer Berman—share their favorite 2025 fishing stories, discuss moon and weather effects, and explain how they pick spots and adapt through the season.
They cover practical tips on pattern switching, water clarity, electronics, guiding mindset, destination picks, and why they keep chasing muskies year after year.

349 - Chase Gibson - Dyin' Dawg Secrets & Expo Buzz

Jeff and Brad talk with guide Chase Gibson about his 2025 season guiding in West Virginia and Minnesota, bait modifications and techniques (including the "dyin' dawg," chaos weights, glide baits and top waters), Ohio stocking and population notes, and why big northern muskies respond to certain presentations.
They also preview Muskie Expo logistics and special booth gear, and share how to contact Chase for guiding trips in WV or MN.

348 - Steve Genson - New Year, New Gear

This is our Happy New Year episode covering Team Rhino updates, new MuskyMayhem releases (including the Reactor and M10), and show plans for the season.
Guest guide Steve Genson shares top baits from 2025, moon-phase insights, fishing tactics, and tips for catching musky.

Episode 347 - Back Lash Podcast Wraps the Season with Taylor Flannery

This final 2025 episode of Back Lash Podcast features guide Taylor Flannery discussing a career-best season, bait patterns, and why auto-charting and mapping changed his game.
Jeff and Brad share holiday sale details for Team Rhino Outdoors and Musky Mayhem Tackle, offer offseason tips, discuss show plans and booking for 2026, and reflect on a season of gratitude.

Episode 346 - Reactor Revealed: The Inline-Blade That Lets You Burn Baits Fast

Jeff and Brad talk late-season fishing, early snow sightings, and the upcoming holiday hiatus while sharing shop restocks and tackle updates from Team Rhino Outdoors and Musky Mayhem.
They unveil the new Reactor inline-blade bait built for speed, announce a show-only M10 release, and list 2026 expo dates (Chicago, Milwaukee, Minnesota, Wisconsin) and availability details.
The episode closes with practical late-fall tips for clear-water musky trolling — optimal speeds (~3.2–3.5 mph), line spacing and depth setups, bait choices (headlock vs. matlock), and handy gear advice like seat heaters for cold days.

Episode 345 - Spencer Berman - Clair’s Next Wave: Young Muskies Rising and Fall Fishing Tips

On this episode of the Back L:ash Podcast, Jeff and Brad chat with Spencer Berman of Spencer's Angling Adventures about the current state of the Lake St. Clair musky fishery, recent tournament success, and what to expect in the coming years as young fish grow into the trophy class.
They cover bait choices (Bull Dawgs vs. Medussas and Pit Bulls), fall and winter casting strategies, gear and clothing tips for cold-weather fishing, tournament highlights, and logistics for anglers planning trips to St. Clair.

Episode 344 - DJ Chupita - Fall Trolling Secrets

It's November and Jeff hosts Back Lash Podcast solo with guest DJ Chupita from Hinterland Musky Guides. They discuss fall musky trolling tactics — finding and targeting cisco/whitefish pods, ideal bait depth (keep baits slightly above the pods), leader choices (solid wire), speed adjustments, and using AutoChart/mapping. They also cover gear picks like 10‑ft rods, AFTCO waterproof gloves, Pitbulls and the Mimic 9, plus memorable guide stories and upcoming musky expos.