We discuss all things related to the lifestyle of hunting the apex predator - The Muskellunge! We talk to enthusiasts, guides, bait makers, lodge owners, and much more in order to gather and disperse knowledge to muskie hunters everywhere!
Latest episodes
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59 min
Episode 299 - Joe Sampson pt.2
In the second part of our episode with artist Joe Sampson, we shift focus toward building and using the unique products that Joe has created. Joe uses his artists eye to create som…
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48 min
Episode 298 - Joe Sampson pt.1
In this episode we sit with one of the most interesting and unique people in this community - artist Joe Sampson. Joe has turned his passion and talent into his job and works as a…
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43 min
Episode 297 - Tom Barry and Tyler Lancaster pt. 2
Hi Nik, episode description was emailed to Dean and the artwork is in the shared file that you guys use to access it. Ive attached the artwork and the description is below. Thanks…
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50 min
Episode 296 - Tom Barry and Tyler Lancaster pt.1
In this episode we get 2 excellent anglers and all around great guys, Tom Barry and Tyler Lancaster. Getting these two together was of particular interest as Chris and Frank discus…
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56 min
Episode 295 - Remembering Hans Mann pt.2
In this second part of our Hans Mann tribute, his good friend and Red October Baits co-founder Marc Arena calls in to give a compelling and fascinating account of their origin stor…
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48 min
Episode 294 - Remembering Hans Mann pt.1
In this special series, the guys remember a true innovator in the muskie fishing community - Hans Mann. Hans was not only a master lure builder (he co-found Red October Baits) and…
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50 min
Episode 293 - LIVE from Georgian Bay
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58 min
Episode 292 - Dan Melby pt.2
In the second part of this exciting discussion with Dan Melby, the focus shifts to the add ons and equipment that kayak anglers are going to want to consider. The guys then turn th…
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50 min
Episode 291 - Dan Melby pt.1
On recent episodes Chris expressed a greater interest in kayak fishing and so the guys connect with Dan Melby, a muskie angler out of Wisconsin, to talk about not only his muskie f…
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1 h 10
Episode 290 - Cullen Veiders pt.3
In the conclusion of this series with bait maker and angler Cullen Veiders, we get the story that we have been waiting for. Cullen gives us the most pulse pounding and intense stor…
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53 min
Episode 289 - Cullen Veiders pt.2
In this second part of our discussion with bait maker and extraordinary muskie angler Cullen Veiders, we dive into the art and craft of bait making. Cullen talks about the traits a…
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42 min
Episode 288 - Cullen Veiders pt.1
It took us a while to book Cullen Veiders but it was worth every minute! In this episode we sit with Cullen who is a big personality on and off the water. He is a revered bait make…
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1 h 03
Episode 287 - Full Moon Friday: Saved by the Bell
In this Full Moon Friday Chris and Frank talk about the opening of the season and take a call from Frank's brother from another mother, Red October Baits co-founder Josh Ketry. Jos…
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1 h 00
Episode 286 - Live from the Lake pt.2
In part 2 of this epic early opener session, lures and baits are the focus! The guys talk with Johnny Dadson and Alex Boutin about curating lures when you have access to many of th…
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50 min
Episode 285 - Live from the Lake - Early Opener is here!
On location with Johnny Dadson from Dadson Blade Baits and Alex Boutin from Barbarian Braid. The guys talk about their tactics and approaches to this season's early outing. With th…
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1 h 07
Episode 284: Full Moon Friday - Seasons Greetings!
With the 2026 season upon us, Chris and Frank talk about their plans for this year including some epic destinations to hunt muskies. Friend of the show Pete Stefenac calls in to re…
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1 h 06
Episode 283 - Matt "Catfish" Firestein pt.2
In this second part of our discussion with Matt "Catfish" Firestein, we get into the diverse fishing ecosystems in both Canada and the USA before shifting the discussion toward gea…
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48 min
Episode 282 - Matt "Catfish" Firestein pt.1
Matt "Catfish" Firestein has hunted muskies all over North America. Matt also works as one of the busiest and most sought-after guides on Lake St Clair. In this episode, we connect…
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56 min
Episode 281: Paul Charbonnea pt.2
In this second part with global nomad angler Paul Charbonnea, we get into chasing predators in some of the most remote locations on earth. As Paul says, he lives and works to fish,…
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50 min
Episode 280 - Paul Charbonneau pt. 1
In this first part with muskie angler Paul Charbonneau, we talk about Paul's entry into the fishing world and what makes a special angler, as well as what makes the muskie such a u…