The Evolving Angler

Can you picture yourself in the heart of nature, rod in hand, waiting for that exciting pull? This is where our guest, David Graham, an accomplished fisherman, podcaster and outdoor enthusiast, finds solace. His passion for fishing and love for the outdoors have led him on incredible journeys, reeling in both traditional species like bass and cats, as well as ancient fish like sturgeon and bowfin. David hosts the podcast, "Boundless Pursuit" and has written many articles where he aims to educate the fishing community about often misunderstood "trash" or "rough" fish... But there's more to this episode than just fishing. It's about an unwavering passion, the pursuit of truth, and a commitment to enlighten and inform. Our conversation with David, filled with intriguing stories and enlightening insights, paints a vivid picture of his love for fishing, his journey into article writing, and his work in advocating for misunderstood fish species. So, whether you're an angler looking for a kindred spirit or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the great outdoors, this episode promises a treat for all. Tune in for a captivating ride through fishing tales, species diversity, and the joy of connecting with the natural world."Love your neighbor and Go catch some fish"

In this episode Nick and Steve chat it up with the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers Kentucky Lake winner - Ryan Thomas. Ryan had a heck of a weekend racking up in 3 events all on Kentucky Lake. Tune in as he tells about how it all went down!! 

In this episode we get chat it up with Jeff Stewart and re-live an amazing trip that him and Cameron Palowitch had recently on the water where they broke their PB's for several species MULTIPLE times!!! It's a killer story that you don't want to miss! Give it a listen and as always.... "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"...

In this episode Steve and Nick chat it up with Striper guide Allen Turner who run "Cumberland River Outdoors". Allen actually guides for a few different species like spoonbill and crappie but focuses heavily on Striped Bass. We get to hear all about it in this episode and listen as Allen tells us some great moments that have happened while guiding. We end the episode with a little "Guess the Species" trivia that Steve will be bringing to you every week. So tune in, hang out, and enjoy one kick tail episode!"Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode Nick, Steve, and Jeremy chat it up about some amazing previous trips to various fishing holes and fish rescues. Jeremy talks about catching a huge bucket list drum that ruined a good fishing shirt and Steve talks about The Ohio Fish Rescue, Sturgeon and another crazy bowfin trip. We end the episode with some great info about snakes here in Kentucky, animals that cause the most deaths in the country, and what to do and not to do if bitten by a slippery little sneaky snake!"Love your neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode I'm hanging out with the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers 2022 AOY Runner Up and absolute hammer, Marcas Grubbs. Marcas is one of the most consistent anglers I've ever met and knows how to put fish in the boat. Tune in as we talk about one of his favorite rigs and some great info on why and how you should be fishing it!Remember to subscribe to the podcast so you dont miss an episode. Be sure to rate it wherever you listen!"Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode I chat with the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers Green River Lake winner, Nick McGuire. Nick is the BKA's 2022 Angler of the Year and has a great start at the AOY this year. Tune in as he breaks down his pre fishing, things he was looking for, and how everything played out on tournament day. "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode, Nick hangs out with Kayak Mike. Kayak Mike runs multiple Kayak Catfishing trails and is on the Jackson Kayak Fishing Team. We talk about some catfish trail updates and then dive right into his setup for when he hits the water chasing those giant catfish! "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode, Jeremy and Nick chat it up with Hannah Waugh. If you follow Hannah on social media you'll know that she catches a huge variety of fish in different bodies of water in her part of the world. Tune in as she talks about how she got into fishing, some of the big fish she's caught, (What I like to call) the "Hannah Rig", and some great memories she's had on the water.  "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode, Steve and Nick chat it up with Krys Yacks AKA "Hoosier Pond Guy"... He is the owner of Aquascapes of Michiana and travels the country building ponds and waterfalls and other biotope landscapes for fish and other species to dwell. There is so much that comes with this form of biomimicry and he breaks it all down in this episode! Check it out!"Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode I am hanging out with Nick Mcguire. Nick is the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers 2022 Angler of the Year and in this episode we talk about the jig and throw some great nuggets at you to help you get bit on the jig this season!

In this episode Jeremy and Nick chat it up with Cameron Palowitch aka "The Salty Googan" and Jeff Stewart about musky fishing with bass baits. If musky fishing is your thing...or maybe it's something you wanna try, then give this episode a listen! Its packed to the ceiling with great info about catching musky on bass baits. Love your neighbor and go catch some fish!Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode!

In this first "Tackle Talk" episode, I am hanging out with recent guest and newest member of the podcast team, Steve Zuppa. Steve talks about his love for bowfin and tells us some history and facts about them. He spills some nuggets on where to find these fish and breaks down his rig and his favorite way to catch them in hopes that it will help you catch a bowfin this year as well! "Love your neighbor and go catch some bowfin" 

In this episode I chat it up with the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers event on Lake Cumberland, Peyton Hughes. Peyton is an 18 yr old that is well beyond his years as an angler. He showed up and kicked tail with an 89.25" limit on a very tough day and also walked away with the Big Bass award as well. Tune in as he talks about how he got into kayak tournament fishing and what went right for him on a day full of freezing temps, heavy winds and tight lipped bass. 

In this episode Nick and Jeremy chat it up with Steve Zuppa. Steve has been on the podcast before to talk about ancient dinosaur fish. He loves adventure and travels all over to catch fish. Steve sits down with us to talk about a recent trip down south where he helped save some Alligator Snapping Turtles,  Caught sharks, and finished his journey of catching every native game fish to Kentucky. You are going to love this episode!

In this episode, Jeremy and I hang out with BKA member, Zach Wilson. Zach has been in the kayak fishing game for several years! We highlight him and his success in BKA, some things he's learned over the years, and  we also talk about the upcoming BKA tournament schedule!Love Your Neighbor...and Go Catch Some Fish!

In this Episode, Nick chats it up with John Dalton, A.K.A. "Creek Fishing Adventures". John has over 128,000 subscribers and has one of the best fishing channels on YouTube! We talk about his story and how he got to where he is today. We also talk kayak fishing and gear talk as we elaborate on one of his favorite baits to use! You don't want to miss this episode! Be sure to slide on over and subscribe to his channel for some amazing content!Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode and make sure you rate it!

In this episode, Wade and I are chatting it up with the 2022 BKA CLASSIC Champion, Jeremy Hayes. Jeremy is a guy who has fished his entire life and has a realm of experience that most of us dream of having. Hang out and listen in as we talk about the classic and how it all went down! Love your neighbor and go catch some fish!

In this episode, Wade and Nick chat it up with Kayak Mike and Ryan Bortz. These guys know kayak catfishing! Mike is the Tourney Director of The Knot Marine Catfishing National Trail and Ryan is a legend who ended the 2022 season as head of the pack in 3 kayak catfishing trails. Join us as we talk about winter catfishing, the tournament trail, and several hilarious stories from Mike and Ryan!Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish!

In this episode we chat it up with some of the BKA board, Kyler Branaum (the new TD) and Jay Wallen. They give us the run down on the 2023 season! We talk about some changes, the schedule, and everything to get you pumped up to fish Kentucky's largest kayak bass fishing trail. Be sure to go follow Bluegrass Kayak Anglers on facebook and Instagram and check out the website: www.bluegrasskayakanglers.comSubscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish!

In this episode Nick, Jeremy, and Wade are hanging out with the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers and Tennessee Bass Nation events winner that was on Dale Hollow Lake, December 3rd. Over 100 Anglers from 5 states battled it out in the cold to try to finish in the money. Thompson Burry won this even with style, putting up 91.25' in 5 smallmouth! He talks about his day and how it all went down! Congrats Thompson and good luck this season! Check out the podcast where ever you listen to podcasts. Live episodes coming soon to facebook, instagram, and youtube! 

In this episode, Wade and Nick chat with the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers Cave Run Lake event, Brandon Hayes. He elaborates on the event and how he got it done to get a limit on a very tough lake during a very tough bite. Congrats to him and a special thanks to all the BKA sponsors for helping to make this an awesome event!Other topics discussed: Nick's fake accounts that he uses to troll other anglers; The BKA Classic - Oct. 15th and 16th; The BKA Eastern Division and an upcoming event on Yatesville Lake, Oct. 29th; and the first event for BKA Central Division next season which is Dec. 3rd on Dale Hollow Lake.

In this episode we hang out with Kentucky Kayak Angler, Dave Habenstein. Dave is no stranger to the bass fishing scene and fishes multiple kayak trails including Bluegrass Kayak Anglers and the Hobie BOS. This subject will hit home for a lot of us as many of us know someone who has or maybe still is battling addiction.Dave talks about his battle with drugs, how he fought his way out of it, and how he's using a new addiction to fishing to fill that void!You don't want to miss this episode! As always, "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode we discuss the idea of bringing F1 bass to Kentucky. It can be quite the controversial topic but through proper studies, its definitely an option to improve several lakes here in Kentucky!  We also chat it up about Anglers For Improving Opportunities and an event that recently took place where they submerged lots of structure on Paintsville Lake. 

In this episode, Jeremy, Wade, and Nick chat it up with Mr. Consistent himself, Paul Everill. Paul won the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers "Small Lakes" event, putting up a 96.50" limit! We get to hear all about it as Paul breaks down his day, his bait of choice, and how staying focused can truly pay off on the days where the bite is extremely tough! Tune in, learn, and laugh!... and as always - "LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AND GO CATCH SOME FISH"

In this episode, Jeremy and Nick get to hang out with Robin Gassett. He is the CEO and President of Licking River Outfitters, an organization that goes above and beyond to help injured veterans enjoy the outdoors! Robin explains more in depth about what they do and how you can help this amazing organization continue to do great things for our awesome Veterans! Love your neighbor and go catch some fish!

In this episode I am hanging out with Jason Crossley. He is the Coordinator for the Central Kentucky Branch. Jason provides a little history about the organization and some of the awesome stuff they do for our heroes!

Justin Patrick is the winner of the Hobie BOS event on Lake Chickamauga a couple weeks ago. His 2 day limits dominated the rest of the field by almost 20" with a total of 200.25" for the event. In this episode I sit down with Justin Patrick and hear about how it all went down. 

In this episode, Jeremy and I discuss some topics in the local fishing world including a couple great events happening this weekend! Topics Include: Free fishing weekend here in KY; Why are carp dying all over Cave Run Lake; Upcoming Muskies Inc tournaments; An upcoming Casting for Kids event AND an event we are excited to be part of which is the 3rd Annual WCYN Fishing Tournament at the Hidden Lake Farms Festival! Lots going on this coming weekend so get outdoors and go catch some fish!If you wish to register for the WCYN event, visit: www.wcyn.com/fishing2022Be sure to reach out to Strictly Sail and Kayak for all of your kayaking needs!Love your neighbor and go catch some fish!

In this Episode I am hanging out with Ryan Delong aka Rhinojoe_outdoors. We chat it up about the white Bass run, some baits that work great, and locations to help you guys find these fish! Be sure to check out Strictly Sail and Kayak for all your kayak fishing needs! 

In this episode Jeremy Honican and I are hanging out with Jeff Tyler Stewart. He is the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers seconds event of the season which took place on Lake Cumberland. He did it in style with 5 big smallmouth! He breaks the day down and what was working for him on a rainy cold day! Other topics discussed: The importance of having a trout permit while sturgeon fishing; Surviving a tornado in a gas station; Peeing on phone tethers; and The next stop on the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers trail!Strictly Sail and Kayak - Cincinnati, OH - (513) 984-1907Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish!

In this episode, Jeremy and I sit down with the winner of the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers Green River Lake event winner, Tyler Casey. Tyler breaks down his pre-fishing for green river lake and then walks us through the event and how he was able to get a limit on a day where bites were scarce. 

In this episode we are hanging out with Kurt Smits. Kurt is the 2017 KBF National Champion with a long list of other great wins and finishes throughout his career! We chat it up about Livescope and how he uses it and the things he's learned from it! “Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

      In this episode Jeremy and I are chatting it up with John Stepp and Josh Jenkins of Eastern Outdoors Media (previously known as Kentucky Outdoors Media). These guys work hard to cover a lot of outdoor topics and stories so it was definitely a blast having them on!       We cover a wide range of topics from them covering the Bass Masters Classic, Kayak and Bass Boat tournament fishing, Josh's secret honey hole, Growing a platform on social media, and how Eastern Outdoors Media got started!Be sure to follow Eastern Outdoors Media on Facebook and Instagram and Check out their LIVE's every Tuesday night at 9pm.  Podcast available on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts, IHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, and a long list of other platforms. 

In this episode Jeremy and I are hanging out with the Tennessee Bass Nation Kayak Series Center Hill Lake Champion, Brad Golden. Brad has a tremendous amount of bass fishing experience and recently made the jump to the kayak scene along with his father.  We chat it up about how it all went down! Be sure to subscribe and rate the podcast wherever you listen! Be sure to Follow: @the_evolving_angler on Instagram and The Evolving Angler Podcast on Facebook!

In this episode Jeremy Honican and Nicklaus  Stepp are hanging out with Kayak Mike. We talk about everything from the evolution of Mike's swearing on his YouTube channel, his trust issues with people who don't cuss, and how gripping a catfish and  pulling it into the kayak is a lot like dancing at prom. The main subject is the fresh new Ohio Kayak  Catfishing Trail that's kicking off this year! Get the scoop right here and go compete against some great kayak catfishing anglers! 

In this episode, Jay Wallen, Kyler Branaum, Jeremy Honican, and myself sit down to discuss the Bluegrass Kayak Anglers (BKA) trail this year! BKA has a lot of history here in Kentucky and in the kayak fishing scene so it only felt right to start off with a little history and lead up to the great things we are doing now. We bring you guys and gals a full run down of the trail, what we are doing, and what to expect this year. We chat it up about the sponsors, break down the schedule (including the release of the championship dates), and our vision going forward! Sign up to be a member at:https://bluegrasskayakanglers.com/membership/Check out the BKA Facebook page for trail and event details:https://m.facebook.com/bluegrasskayakanglers/Visit The Evolving Angler Podcast website:http://evolvinganglerpodcast.com/IG: @the_evolving_angler“Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

I heard a man say one time, “I've  learned so much from my mistakes, I'm thinking of making a few more.” Well, in this episode, Jeremy Honican and I are hanging out with Matt Davis. Matt is pro staff with Raccoon Creek Outfitters, team Nucanoe, and a multi-species angler out of Ohio. We chat it up about some common and some not so common mistakes that us and others have been guilty of doing in the kayak tournament scene. We shed light on these matters in hopes we can help educate others so that it may never happen to them…. And to also prove a major point: “We are human and mistakes are going to happen, so pick your head up and keep grinding!” …and as always, “Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

Jeff Little with Torqeedo is my guest in this episode. Jeff is one of those guys that you just want to hang out and fish with! His personality is contagious but his knowledge and whole perception when it comes to fishing is on another level. Jeff and I chat it up about his Youtube channel "The Little Stuff" and he shares some great tips on fishing heavy brush.  We also talk about the art of "dead sticking" a bait, his passion for water trailblazing, and the perks of running an inflatable kayak... and of course I couldn't do an episode with Jeff without chatting about torqeedo motors!Go subscribe to his YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/c/TheLittleStuff“Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish” 

In this episode I'm hanging out with my buddy Jeremy Honican. He and I recently took a trip out to try and get him on his first musky and ended up putting 2 in the net! We break down that super cold day and a jig bite for the ages! As a bonus I include some audio from one of the hookups that shows just how excited we get while fighting these fish! You're not allowed to judge us lol!With iced over line guides and wet feet, we bring this episode to you Jiggin and Screamin'.“Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

     In this episode I am hanging out with Kayak Mike again. Mike and I have become pretty good friends over the few months we've been acquainted and share a lot of the same views when it comes to the social media side of a lot of fishing. While there's nothing wrong with having social media (obviously), the fight to not compare your successes to others is a constant battle.     We talk about the evolution of our lives in the kayak fishing scene, some of the pros and cons of some kayaks out there, as well as some updates in the catfishing tournament realm!      Mike is a tournament director with Online Catfishing Tournaments. Feel free to shoot him a message on Facebook if you're interested in catfishing an event or 2 this year! Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode: Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts, IHeartRadio, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts!! “Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

In this episode I am hanging out with Tom Kazmierski - the recent winner of the Tennessee BASS Nation Kayak Series event on Dale Hollow Lake. Tom elaborates on practice and how his plan changed the morning of the event. He got on fish early which led to him abandoning a tactic he loves to do - “float a fly”.  Our conversation doesn't end there. Tom and I talk all about floating a fly and how this method of fishing is an extremely potent way to catch fish! “Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish”

In this episode I am chatting it up Charlie Mills! Charlie finished 3rd place and won Big Bass at the Tennesse Bass Nation Kayak Series event on Dale Hollow Lake last weekend! He has a contagious personality and is a very talented Tennessee kayak angler! We talk all about the event on Dale, what worked, what didn't, and how he stuck it out, catching the big bass in less than 30 minutes before lines out!Love Your Neighbor...and Go Catch Some Fish!!!

In this episode I am hanging out with Clint Seager. Clint reflects on his life growing up in South Africa and then finding his way to South Texas where his love for catfishing exploded! It's a story about passion meeting opportunity! He is all about chasing big catfish from the kayak and competes in several tourney events every month! This is one amazing episode that you don't want to miss! Be sure to check out Clint's YouTube channel “Circle Hook Productions” that is packed full of kayak catfishing content! 

In this episode I'm covering some updates and some exciting news regarding the future of the podcast. I answer a couple questions that many of you had reached out to me about regarding Kayak Bass trails in Kentucky… and I finish the episode up by elaborating on some of my favorite bass baits of 2021! Remember to follow @the_evolving_angler on Instagram, The Evolving Angler Podcast Facebook page, and be sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen so you don't miss an episode! AS ALWAYS… Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish! 

In this episode I chat it up with Keith Brown. Keith runs the BKBF (Bluegrass Kayak Bass Fishing) trail here in Kentucky. He also recently moved to Maine where he is now part of the Main-E-Yaks team that will be competing in a new kayak tourney format known as the KFL (Kayak Fishing League). We also discuss his recent win on a lake I cannot pronounce. Appreciate all of you for the love and support. As Always... "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

In this episode I am chatting it up with Kayak Mike. Mike runs several kayak catfishing events both local and national including "Kayak Catfishing Tournaments" and "Kayaks and Cats".  We talk about his passion for the sport, his background with fishing for cats, among many other related topics! Catfishing out of a kayak is something not a lot of us have done so whether you're new to kayak fishing or an experienced kayak angler, this episode has you covered! We discuss some of the ins and outs of tourney fishing and some of the gear you will need to get started in these tournaments. Go follow the Kayak Catfishing Tournaments facebook page and the Kayaks and Cats Official Page facebook page. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode and as always... Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish!

In this episode I am hanging out with Tim Howard; the winner of the last regular season event of the Bluegrass Kayak Bass Fishing trail. Tim and I chat it up about pre-fishing for the event as well as what the bite was like. He also elaborates on the tactics he used to pull out an amazing win against some tough competitors. Also, Huge Congrats to Jay Wallen on becoming this years AOY of the trail. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a thing! Follow @the_evolving_angler on Instagram and The Evolving Angler Podcast on facebook!   ...and as always "Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish"

If you've fished much at all, you've either found yourself hooked in some way, or know someone who has been... and I don't mean hooked on fishing. In part 1 of this series, "Hooksets For Sissies", I cover 4 stories where some of my buddies, and myself, ended up on the bad end of a hook set or bad judgement call resulting in having hooks lodged in various places of our bodies. Prepare to laugh your butt off as we elaborate on these mishaps. If you have found yourself hooked, shoot me a message on Facebook or Instagram... your story may end up on the next Hooksets episode!! Remember to subscribe to the podcast where ever you listen. Be sure to like The Evolving Angler Podcast Facebook page and @the_evolving_angler on Instagram... and as always: Love Your Neighbor and Go Catch Some Fish.

In this episode I'm hanging out with Patrick Randolph, a regional director for Nucanoe Kayaks. Patrick has been on the Podcast before but this time we center everything around Nucanoe including: The new kayak  “The Unlimited” as well as some new products coming soon! Nucanoe kayaks are some of the most versatile kayaks on the market and for that reason, they are used by both hunters and anglers. Love your neighbor and go catch some fish! 

Cameron Palowitch is a multi-species angler that travels all over to catch a variety of fish like Musky, Bass and Sturgeon. He also has a passion for salt water fishing and makes multiple trips a year to catch everything from Snook, Barramundi, and Tarpon,  to Bonito, Jacks, and Bull Sharks. In this episode we talk about some of his trips catching these fish. Other topics discussed: Musky handling /delayed mortality; Taking  constructive criticism; Cameron's touring of different bodies of water for bass; His awesome Youtube channel, "The Salty Googan", which contains a ton of great multi-species fishing content; And some plans/goals he has for the future. Follow Cameron on Instagram, @cameronpalowitch, and be sure to subscribe to his YouTube channel, The Salty Googan! As always “Love your neighbor and go catch some fish”…