We are joined by the “Tin man,” John Cox, the busiest angler on the water. Cox just won a big Major League Fishing Tackle Warehouse Invitational event on Lake of the Ozarks. We talk about fishing shallow, forward facing sonar, how he handles his hectic schedule and eating Slurpees with his grandson. The interview was going so well, that my best buddy, Buster the Wonder Dog felt he had to join in the conversation.
Dan Johnston from St. Croix is with us as usual. Has this guy ever done a bad interview? We don’t think so.
Mike Leonard, Vice President of Government Affairs at the American Sportfishing Association joins us to discuss what that group is doing for us fishermen these days.

The last time he was on our show, Alton Jones, Jr. told us how much he was looking forward to the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Heavy Hitters event on Bussey Brake Lake and Caney Creek Reservoir in Louisiana. Did he have a vision? Maybe so. Alton Jones, Jr. scored a decisive win in this event, following up his getting a $165,000 check in the same event last year. Alton Jones, Jr. is a tremendous young fisherman who is on a hot streak right now. Please give a listen to one of the nicest guys to ever throw a lure!
Dan Johnston from St. Croix is back to discuss what newbies we should be thinking about taking fishing? Whether it’s children, adults or people who fished in the past but need some help getting going again. Let’s go fishing!
Shane Wilson runs the organization called “Fishing’s Future.” It is a wonderful organization and Shane Wilson is a great human being who is doing some exceptional things for our sport’s future. Give a listen to a great guy!

Drew Benton just won the 2023 Marathon Bassmaster Elite event at Lake Murray. The Floridian had the lead after two days of competition and then slipped up and barely made the cut to earn a berth on the final day. Benton proved his toughness by coming back strong and taking the crown on the final day. Drew Benton is a master at the technique of sight fishing which came in handy on Murray. Benton is hovering around the million-dollar mark in career earnings and we are sure his best days are yet to come. Please listen to a great interview with a great guy!
Dan Johnston from St. Croix is with us to talk about new baits versus old baits. Great subject!
Jason Randall is a true authority on the sport of fly fishing. Jason has written a number of books on the subject. Jason’s books are not just for practitioners of the sport, they are perfect for anglers who merely have an interest in taking up the sport. Give Jason a listen, please.

A native of Texas, Kelly Jordon has more than $2 million in career winnings. Jordon was one of the originators of the Toyota Texas Bass Classic, and a founding member of Major League Fishing and the Bass Pro Tour. Kelly is respected and admired by his fellow competitors and fans alike. Kelly Jordon is one of the truly good guys in the world of fishing. He just scored a win at the MLF Tackle Warehouse Invitational, Epic Baits Stop 3 at Lake Eufaula Presented by B&W Trailer Hitches. Kelly claimed the top prize of $83,500. Please listen to a great guy share some excellent fishing information.
Dan Johnston from St. Croix is back after a short hiatus. Who deserves a little break more than our friend, Dan? He’s one of the hardest working guys in the business. Check out what Dan has to say this week!
Trey McKinney is one of the best young sticks in the tournament business. He’s fishing the B.A.S.S. Opens in an attempt to qualify for the Elite circuit. He has a 2nd and a 20th place finish in his first two tries. It looks like he has a good chance to achieve his goal. Listen to Trey explain his plan for the season.

Anthony Gagliardi just won the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Stage Three event on Lake Murray in Columbia, South Carolina. In addition to the huge trophy, Anthony scored a cool hundred grand by winning the event on the lake that he grew up on. Many experts think that having the “home water advantage” is more of a detriment, rather than a benefit to a pro angler. Anthony Gagliardi proved that theory is not true. Anthony’s hard-fought win came through his ability to push the envelope and do things differently. His versatility is a prime reason for his having won two-and-a-half- million dollars on the pro circuits. Listen to a tremendous fisherman offer some tips that will help every angler who listens to Gagliardi’s interview to catch more fish.
Dan Johnston from St. Croix is taking another day off, but his spot is well-covered by Ryan Teach, the Brand Manager from our friends at St. Croix. Ryan talks about new product development and other interesting things.
Louis Monetti is living the dream! Louis qualified to fish the 2023 Bassmaster Classic due to his excellent performance in the college fishing ranks. How did he do? Pretty darned well. Listen to Louis describe his amazing experience.