Even experienced anglers fall into habits that quietly cost them fish trip after trip. In this episode, we break down the most common mistakes bass anglers make and, more importantly, how to fix them fast. From rushing through promising cover to always reaching for the same bait, small bad habits can be the difference between a great day and a frustrating one. We talk about why shallow water deserves way more attention than most anglers give it, how layering your presentations on the same target can unlock fish others walked right past, and why gear maintenance matters more than most people think. We also get into the mental side of fishing — staying patient, staying curious, and using slow days to get better instead of getting frustrated. If you want to consistently put more bass in the boat, this episode is a must-watch.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, Trever, Steve, & I discuss some of the latest news & drama that took place over the past few weeks in tournament bass fishing. Episodes that are not fun to do but need to be spoken about, & as always, we hope a resolution can be found. We would love to get your feedback & take on it all. By the way, at the end I drop out; we had a terrible storm hit central VA that night, so thank you to Trever for ending the show.Brian 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 

The National Professional Fishing League (NPFL) is delivering live tournament coverage right on YouTube — and the chat is OPEN. That means you can connect in real time with fellow bass fishing fans as elite professional bass fishing unfolds. And here's the kicker: legendary bass fishing journalist Ken Duke is right there in the chat with you. Whether you're a tournament angler, kayak fisherman, or bank fisherman, this is the live coverage you've been waiting for.Trever's Tip of the Week: Take care of yourself on the water. Hydrate, wear your sunscreen, and always keep your PFD on — especially you kayak anglers. Fishing safety isn't optional, and too many anglers skip the basics.From bass fishing tournament recaps to practical bass fishing tips and fishing safety advice, Before the 1st Cast is your weekly podcast for everything bass fishing.Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tips, tournament coverage, and more from a kayak angler, veteran, and faith-driven fisherman.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 

The spring-to-summer transition is one of the most exciting — and most confusing — times to be on the water. Bass are constantly shifting between pre-spawn, spawn, and post-spawn phases, and if you don't know what to look for, you'll spend more time searching than catching. In this episode, we break down exactly how to locate and target bass at every stage, from staging areas and spawning flats to post-spawn drop-offs and rocky structure. We cover how to read key transitional features like points, channels, and depth breaks, when to burn a reaction bait and when to slow down with finesse, and how grassy versus rocky lakes fish completely differently this time of year. Whether fish are shallow, suspended, or already pushing deeper, we'll show you how to stay one step ahead all day long.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 this weeks episode of Bass Cast Radio Trever & sit down & talk about the latest new in tournament bass fishing. Trever drops a great tips as well as we talk about Memorial Day safety tips.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 — the bass fishing podcast covering everything from weekend bass fishing to elite-level tournament action and results. We are also breaking down which events are going on this Memorial Day weekend.Plus: it's Memorial Weekend. The ramps are about to get crowded. We're talking boat ramp etiquette, PFD safety, and how to keep your head on a swivel when the weekend warriors hit the water. Whether you're a tournament bass angler, boat angler, kayak fisherman, or bank fisherman — this one's for you.Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tournament news and drop your NPFL Lay Lake picks in the comments.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 

Heavy rain doesn't automatically mean good or bad fishing — it's everything that happens after the storm that determines whether you get bit. In this episode, we break down exactly how bass respond to post-rain conditions, from rising and falling water levels to muddy visibility, temperature swings, and added current. Whether the fish push shallow into newly flooded cover or retreat to deeper structure, we'll show you how to read the conditions in real time and make the right adjustments. Plus, we cover the best baits and presentations — slow and finesse or big and loud — to trigger strikes no matter what the water throws at you.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 & talk with Chad Green about how the extremely low water levels are affecting our local body of water, Smith Mountain Lake, plus more tourney 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 

Welcome back to the Before the 1st Cast Podcast! Today, we’re bringing you the ultimate bass fishing recap from an explosive Mother’s Day weekend. We break down the Bassmaster Elite Series on Lake Murray, where Paul Marks pulled off an incredible victory, and dive into the Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit on Douglas Lake, where giants were caught on offshore schools and the Nutt brothers dominated.Next, we look ahead to a massive weekend in professional bass fishing. The Bassmaster Elite Series heads to the legendary Santee Cooper for an old-school bar fight with no forward-facing sonar (FFS)! Plus, we preview the MLF Bass Pro Tour Heavy Hitters event at Orange Lake in Ocala, Florida—expect absolute swamp donkeys to hit the scales.Whether you are a boat fisherman, a kayak fisherman, a bank fisherman, or a tournament pro, stick around for our tackle tip. I’ll be showing you exactly how to trigger violent strikes using a topwater popper!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 Before the 1st Cast, we break down everything you need to know about mastering the Neko rig and why it's one of the most effective finesse presentations you can throw when bass are being pressured, cautious, or locked up tight to cover. We cover how the nose-weighted setup creates a unique bottom posture that bass can't ignore, how to rig it properly so your soft plastic stays clean and balanced on every cast, and why weedless setups are the key to fishing it in the high-percentage spots where big bass actually live. We also get into how to read the retrieve and let the fish tell you how much action they want, plus how line selection and leader strength can make or break your results. With FreshBaitz soft plastics like the HellaMite, Fresh Scorpion, Fresh Beetle, and FreshBaitz Lizards paired perfectly with this technique, you'll have everything you need to get bit when the bite gets tough.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