Synopsis
A podcast for hunters of muskie all over North America. Live the Hunt!
Episodes
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Episode 237 - Dan Joseph pt. 1
27/06/2025 Duration: 57minIn this episode, Chris and Frank reveal big plans for their Summer fishing adventure including the location and the lodge. After that they welcome Dan Joseph onto the show. Dan got the guys' attention during a recent discussion with Matt Toth who talked about Dan landing fish as big as 55 inches from a kayak. This episode is a cool look into the world of apex predator kayak fishing! Highlights include: The guys announce their summer trip to NWO Why fish in a kayak?Importance of Controlling the kayak What makes a kayak safe Lone wolf fishing vs fishing with friends
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Episode 236 - Full Moon Friday
20/06/2025 Duration: 58minIn this Full Moon Friday episode, Chris and Frank analyze the many great Ontario Muskie fisheries in order to hone in on the best option for their Summer trip. The guys also discuss early Ontario season opener and how the first adventure of the season went, with lessons learned!
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Episode 235 - Austin Sandstrom pt.2
13/06/2025 Duration: 51minIn this second part of our discussion with Winnipeg River guide Austin Sandstrom, the discussion turns toward the approaches and methods for finding big fish in this water system. Austin goes into how to adapt to the different types of waterways and what his choices for baits are, before finishing with a couple of great stories of his time spent on these waters, practically all by himself, chasing monsters. Points include: Guiding first-time muskie anglersAdjusting tactics for different types of fish Bait selection on the Winnipeg River
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Episode 234 - Austin Sandstrom pt.1
06/06/2025 Duration: 53minIt took over 200 episodes, but the guys finally found an excellent guide on the Winnipeg River to talk about this lesser-known, lesser-fished body of water. Chris and Frank sat with guide Austin Sandstrom, who guides out of multiple outfits on this secluded and amazing body of water. Austin describes what it is like to hunt for muskies on some of the most beautiful and remote lakes and rivers in Ontario. In this episode, they discuss:Blind guiding as a new guide using no electronics Guiding by instinct The Winnipeg River systemFishing in various water types and dealing with water level fluctuation
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Episode 233: Nate Andrychuk pt.2
30/05/2025 Duration: 47minIn the conclusion of our episode with Nate Andrychuk, we dive deep into how to approach the great waters of Northwestern Ontario. Baits and tactics are the focus, as well as how to target the mega monsters that very few anglers are lucky enough to ever see. The elusive 60 inchers!! Points include:Different bait approaches to the different NWO lakesTopwater fishing and bait tuningWater bodies like reservoirs and changing water levels Breaking down waterways and finding an approach to successHunting a sixty-inch behemoth
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Episode 232 - Nate Andrychuk pt.1
23/05/2025 Duration: 01h39sIt has been a few years since we have talked with Nate, and since he is one of the most prolific guides on Lac Seul, we needed to have him back. In this second interview with Nate, he completely outdoes himself and gives us a good understanding as to why there are muskie guides, and then there are exceptional muskie guides. In this part 1, we discuss:Nate's guiding groundsHow a guide team instills confidence in anglersMuskie fishing gear breakdownRod length/style importance
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Episode 231 - Linda Rice pt.2
16/05/2025 Duration: 50minIn this second part of our discussion with Linda Rice, we focus on her unique fishing strategies for Lac Seul. Linda has a method that is truly like no other! Linda also talks about giants she has seen in the lake before giving two of the very best stories the show has ever heard. Points include:Fishing mainly with topwater baitsWhen to use certain colours for lures Big Vermilion Lake Lac Seul Giants
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Episode 230 - Linda Rice pt.1
09/05/2025 Duration: 51minIn this episode, the guys chat with the one and only Muskie Mama, Linda Rice! Linda is the owner of the Moosehorn Lodge on majestic Lac Seul. Linda is well known in Northern Ontario for her passion for the sport and for the excellent service that her lodge provides. In this first part of our discussion, we touch on the following topics:Linda's life on lac SeulOpening Moosehorn Lodge Keys to success for the lodge The majesty of Lac Seul wildlife
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Episode 229 - Full Moon Friday - We Can Rebuild Him
02/05/2025 Duration: 01h22sIn this Full Moon Friday episode, the guys discuss Chris' recent surgery and (another) brush with death (not lion related), as well as extracting and analyzing the best fishing tips from recent episodes before taking a call from Matt Toth, organizer of the Kayak Musky Challenge, a tournament that spans the Canadian Muskie waters and runs all season long! In addition to talking about this event, Matt gives some very cool insights as to what it is like landing a monster muskie from a kayak, inches away from the angler's toes!
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Episde 228 - Davin Heinbuck pt.2
25/04/2025 Duration: 57minIn this second part of our discussion with Davin Heinbuck, Davin gives yet another master class on reading environmental conditions in order to ascertain the very best times to be on the water. We then get into a unique discussion about the psyche of an angler and how intuition plays a role in everything that we do. This part of the discussion was unexpected, but it really made an impact. Points of discussion include: Making sense of lunar cycles aka 'lunar lunacy'Maturing as an angler and fishing smarterFishing times of day / light cycles Anglers instinct
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Episode 227: Davin Heinbuck pt.1
18/04/2025 Duration: 49minDavin Heinbuck returns to the show to follow up on what is often referred to as one of the mega episodes in this show's history. Davin's level of detail and scientific approach to muskie hunting is truly unique, and in this second interview, he completely outdoes himself. In this first part, Davin provides amazing insights on the following topics:Research effort updateFish movement patternsTrip planning using weather patterns 'hindcasting'How pre-season conditions affect the season Weather fronts - How to fish them
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Episode 226 - Corey Warden pt. 2
11/04/2025 Duration: 58minIn this part 2 with French River/Lake Nipissing guide Corey Warden, the discussion shifts into a deeper look at tactics where working baits are concerned. Corey then answers some insightful questions that might surprise the listeners before finishing with one of the most epic fish stories in the show's history! Points include:Guiding first-time muskie anglersCovering the water column when castingWorking baits in a different way to up your odds Using swivelling Boga Grips
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Episode 225: Corey Warden pt. 1
04/04/2025 Duration: 56minIn this episode, Chris and Frank connect with friend of the show Corey Warden who works as a guide out of the Chaudière Lodge on the famed French River. Corey has had a busy season both on the water and after the season, working hard at all of the fishing shows, so the guys wanted to chat with Corey to go over what he learned this season fishing and how the off-season shows went. In this episode, they discussed:Corey's origin story as a guide on the French River RegionFish handling adventuresRecap on 2025 fishing trade showsCorey's approach to guiding
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Episode 224 - Justin Gaudry pt 2
28/03/2025 Duration: 58minIn this second part of our discussion with Justin Gaudry, we take a detailed look at fishing methods and lure selection for targeting muskies on Lake of the Woods. Justin ties everything together while addressing approaches to fishing the different structure types on the lake and gives a master class in angling in this conclusion of the episode. Highlights include: Trolling spots with heavy bait presentTargeting fish relating to certain structure types How to choose the right bait for each type of structureAnglers sharing knowledge
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Episode 223 - Justin Gaudry pt. 1
21/03/2025 Duration: 01h15sJustin Gaudry spends his days running Mylie's Place Resort on the famed Lake of the Woods. The guys sat with Justin to talk about the challenges of running a lodge in 2025. Justin provides very unique insight into the day to day grind and the challenges of being a lodge owner. Justin is also one heck of an angler and provides insights as to how to pick spots on LOTW and boat giants. Points include: How potential tariffs are impacting Lodge owners How Justin became a Lodge ownerWater changes to LOTW recently Picking the right time to go to LOTW
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Episode 222 - Andrew Rideout pt. 2
14/03/2025 Duration: 01h49sPart 2 of the discussion with Andrew Rideout is further affirmation as to why another interview was in order! In this conclusion, the guys dissect the Lake and discuss the best approaches for success! Highlights include:Angling approach to each of the five zones of LOTW How to select the right baitHow forward facing sonar changed the game Trolling tactics
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Episode 221: Andrew Rideout pt.1
07/03/2025 Duration: 51minBack to Lake of the Woods the guys go! Guide Andrew Rideout comes back onto the show to discuss what he has learned on one of the best muskie fisheries in Ontario in the years since he came onto the show. In this episode we dissect this great lake and discuss how to find success amidst it all! Topics include:The importance of using a guideLOTW unique characteristics / understanding the lay of the land if you're newHow to execute an optimal figure eight on LOTWUsing majors and minors to your advantage
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Episode 220: Muskies Canada pt.2
28/02/2025 Duration: 55minIn this second part of our discussion with Muskies Canada Inc, the focus shifts to the organization itself. The guys dive into how the organization is bolstering its brand and its initiatives. Following this, a look at how current research projects are going, along with a breakdown of statistics associated with these projects, are discussed. Topics include:MCI mission for 2025Building the MCI brandFundraising through new corporate partnerships Growing membership baseSpanish River and Simcoe updates By the numbers: MCI Research stats
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Episode 219 - Muskies Canada pt.1
21/02/2025 Duration: 55minIt is that time of year again and the Muskies Canada Inc 2025 Muskie Odyssey is right around the corner!! The guys sat with 3 members of the MCI brass to talk about what is new and exciting for the Odyssey this year as well as the evolution of the organization, how it is changing, and what the results of the many conservation projects that they oversee are so far. In attendance for this show are MCI President Joe Found, Treasurer Peter Robertson, and Show Organizer Bryan Mathes. Points of discussion include: Odyssey detailsShow SpeakersEngaging youth at the OdysseyVendors Muskie community building
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Epiosde 218 - Jeremy Smith pt.2
14/02/2025 Duration: 56minIn this second part with Jeremy Smith from Lindner Media Productions, Chris and Frank turn the discussion homeward and talk about muskie fishing in Ontario. Ontario is truly a special muskie destination and the guys go into detail as to what makes it so magical. Points of discussion include: Dissecting Minnesota muskie fisheriesSunset Country adventuresWater quality, and bait selection Ontario baitmakersLindner media organization and landscape