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Welcome back to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the biggest events dominating competitive bass fishing right now. Whether you are a hardcore kayak angler, grinding it out on the bank, or casting from the deck of a bass boat, this tournament breakdown is for you. As the weather shifts, the pressure is dropping. Now is the absolute best time to get out on the water. Subscribe for more tournament updates, bass fishing tips, and kayak strategies! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

Ponds can be some of the most consistent bass fishing of the fall, and in this episode we break down why. We cover how a smaller playing field helps you eliminate unproductive water, why concentrated fish create competition and repeat bites, and how to key in on shallow shorelines, vegetation edges, and isolated cover. You’ll learn how to adjust your soft plastic presentation as the season changes, from faster hops and swimming retrieves in warm early-fall weather to slow drags, long pauses, and patient repeat casts as the water cools. We also dig into lure choice and rigging, including stick worms, lizards, craw-style Scorpions, Beetles, HellaMite insect larvae imitations, and 8-inch MagDingo Worms, plus the hooks, jig heads, and terminal tackle that pair with them, such as Ned rigs, wacky rigs, Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, drop shot setups, and stand-up jigs. Whether you’re fishing a backyard pond or a small private lake, you’ll walk away with simple, practical ways to stay on fish all fall. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio, we catch up with Bass Geek drops the Juice on fishing your local lake when the water is low.  Something we have been dealing with around central VA for quite a while. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

Get ready for championship week on Before the 1st Cast Podcast as we forecast who will win the Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship on Lake Murray and break down the Major League Fishing Starlink Team Series Toyota Heritage Cup presented by OFF Deep Woods Repellants!   We close it simple: if you still have green grass where you live, grab a frog, hit the mat, and go catch some bass. Perfect for bank fishermen, kayak fishermen, and weekend anglers chasing fall frog fishing bites. Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tips, tournament recaps, kayak fishing setups, and fall tactics to help you catch more and bigger bass. Comment your favorite team in the team series and your favorite fall frog! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

October is one of the best months of the year to be on the water, and in this episode we break down how to stay on top of fall bass as they follow baitfish all over the lake. We cover why covering water beats camping in one spot, how to find bass pushing forage into shallow flats, docks, grass lines, and laydowns, and when to look deeper along points, ledges, and channel edges. You’ll learn how to match your soft plastic to the forage by downsizing or sizing up, how water clarity and cover should shape your color and rigging choices, and how to slow down and pick apart an area after the first fast bites fade. We also dig into the baits and tackle that make it all work: the HellaMite for finesse presentations like the Ned rig, drop shot, and neko rig, the crawfish-imitating Scorpion, the versatile Beetle, the Lizard, 5- and 6-inch stick worms, and the 8-inch MagDingo for trophy fish. We round it out with the terminal tackle that ties it all together, from Block Head Jigs and Stand-Up Jigs to EWG worm hooks and tungsten drop shot weights. Whether you fish shallow, deep, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you put more bass in the boat this fall. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

On the latest epsiode of Bass Cast Radio the discusion never ends with Trever, Brian & Steve as we discuss the latest Major Laegue Tackle Warehouse News. We discuss the yound guns opinion on FFS & more tournament chatter.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

Welcome to another episode of the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! This week, we dive deep into the news shaking up the bass fishing world. Bassmaster just dropped a bombshell with their 50/50 live sonar coin flips for the 2027 Elite Series. We break down the new schedule. Plus, we’re recapping an insane week of tournament bass fishing. First, we break down the Ultimate Angler Championship on Lake Guntersville, where Nick LeBrun took home the massive 1st-place prize. Then, we head over to Lake Hamilton, Arkansas, to celebrate Team USA's incredible Gold Medal victory over 20+ nations at the World Black Bass Championship! Whether you’re tossing baits from the bank, a kayak, or a fully rigged bass boat, this episode is packed with the latest tournament updates and industry news you need to hear.    Hit that subscribe button and let us know in the comments: Are you pro or anti forward-facing sonar at the Bassmaster Classic? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

As summer fades, bass begin to move, and the anglers who adjust early stay ahead of them. This episode covers how to spot the first signs of the fall transition, from shorter days to baitfish movement, and how to follow the forage into feeder creeks, shallow flats, points, and suspended structure. We also talk water clarity, depth, and how to vary your retrieve to match aggressive, chasing bass. Plus, we break down the soft plastics that shine this time of year, including worms, lizards, beetles, craws, and insect larvae like the HellaMite, along with the jigs and hooks to rig them. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

On the latest epsiode of Bass Cast radio, Trever & Brian interview one of the best young anglers in the area who just started tournament fishing 6 years ago & has already won a Bass Master EQ championship & is heading to the 2027 Bassmaster Classic.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

This week on Before the 1st Cast, we break down the latest action across the professional circuits. First, we dive into the standings, adjustments, and key patterns from last week's Bassmaster EQ event on Norfork Lake. Then, we cover the highlights and weigh-ins from the National Professional Fishing League's inaugural Military Classic over on Douglas Lake. Finally, we wrap up with a tactical audible for schooling fish: when bass are actively busting shad on the surface but refusing your topwater baits, firing a jerkbait just below the frenzy is the ultimate way to trigger those stubborn reaction strikes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

Fall schooling bass won't wait around—and neither should you. This guide breaks down the mobility-first approach to finding fast-moving schools, from reading surface disturbances and diving birds to predicting where fish will resurface next. But finding them is only half the battle. Once you locate active fish, having the right soft plastic ready makes all the difference. That's why we've loaded this with our latest drops from Fresh Baitz—including new "Just the Tip" HellaMites, high-visibility Methiolate Scorpions, 8-inch MagDingo Worms, and versatile Lizards and Beetles designed to match any forage size or mood. Whether bass are smashing the surface or turning selective, you'll learn how to adapt in real time—and you'll have the gear to do it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

On the latest episode of Bass Cast radio, we sit down with professional angler Drew Gill to discuss his 2026 Tackle Warehouse win as well as his thoughts on 2027 & the changes that have been taking place at MLF as a company.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

We recap Drew Gill’s incredible comeback victory at the MLF Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship on the Kissimmee Chain, where a massive 31-pound, 13-ounce final-day bag propelled him to the win. We also break down the NPFL season finale at Lake Dardanelle, where Jason Burroughs claimed the victory and KJ Queen secured the 2026 NPFL Angler of the Year title. Then we look ahead to the Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Norfork Lake and an event especially close to my heart as an Army veteran — the inaugural NPFL Military Classic on Douglas Lake, bringing active-duty service members, veterans and military families together on the water. Finally, this week’s fishing tip is all about the fall transition: find the baitfish and don’t leave them too quickly! Follow the groceries, work the area thoroughly, and give those bass a chance to come to you. Tournament results, upcoming events, and a fishing tip to help you catch more bass — all Before the 1st Cast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

In this episode of The Bass Vault, we break down proven night-fishing strategies for bass—why vibration and dark silhouettes matter more than color, how to choose and present soft plastics (worms, craws, lizards, beetles, and larger profiles) when visibility drops, smart lighting setups that help without spooking fish, and essential safety tips for boats and shorelines. Plus a look at high-performing Fresh soft plastics and terminal tackle that excel in low-light conditions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON

On the latest episode of Bass Cast Radio, three-time MLF/BFL Co-Angler 2026 winner in one division. Richard Willmas joins the show to discuss his awesome 2026 season, plus more tournament news & talk.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bass-cast-radio--1838782/support. Become a Patreon memebet now for less then a pack of worms you can support Bass Cast Radio as well as get each epsiode a day early & commercial free. Just click the link below.  PATREON