The Short Rod Show: An Ice Fishing Podcast

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Two Iowa guys talking all things ice fishing!

The Short Rod Show


    • Nov 3, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 97 EPISODES

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    The Short Rod Show: An Ice Fishing Podcast is a must-listen for any ice fishing enthusiast. As a fan of the show, I recently finished the first season and I have to say, it's a great show! The hosts, two Midwest guys, bring a unique perspective to the ice fishing world and provide valuable insights and knowledge.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its relatability. The hosts discuss their experiences and challenges with ice fishing in a way that resonates with the average angler. They don't just talk about high-end gear that most people can't afford; they focus on practical tips and techniques that anyone can use to improve their ice fishing game. This makes the show accessible to both experienced anglers and those new to hard water.

    Another notable aspect of The Short Rod Show is its helpfulness in making the transition into ice fishing. For someone like me who is new to hard water, listening to this podcast has been immensely beneficial. The hosts share their knowledge and provide guidance that has allowed me to find success on the ice. Their passion for the sport shines through in every episode, making it engaging and informative.

    However, there are no major drawbacks or negative aspects worth mentioning about this podcast. The only thing some listeners might prefer is if there were more episodes or longer episodes available. But overall, The Short Rod Show delivers consistently great content.

    In conclusion, The Short Rod Show: An Ice Fishing Podcast is an excellent resource for any ice fisherman or fisherwoman looking to expand their knowledge and improve their skills on the frozen water. With relatable hosts who provide practical advice without breaking the bank, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in hard water fishing. Whether you're from Downeast Maine or Nebraska, you're sure to find value in each episode as these two Midwest guys bring their love for ice fishing straight to your headphones.



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    Kicking off the Season Right!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 54:14


    The guys are back at the mic's after a long break away from the ice. Listen in as they break down what they've been up to recently and all the action that you missed over the summer! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Vacation on Ice - Mississippi River Edition!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 42:02


    The guys break down their recent ice trip to the Mississippi River and put the finishing touches to Season 5 of The Short Rod Show. What a great but short season it's been but you can bet we'll be at it again next time hard water hits!  A sincere thank you to all our loyal fans for the listens, interactions and a great time this past season! We couldn't do it without you!- Ben and Brett   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Classic SRS - Droplit and Diesel Deep Dive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 44:24


    Ben and Brett are tied up on the ice this week for their trip up on the river so enjoy this classic SRS episode from last season around this time instead! The guys spend a snowy night at the pool table to discuss Brett's recent outing and success with a unique profile bait, the Tungsten Droplit from Widow Maker Lures. Ben goes over the longer term review of the diesel heater in his Otter.   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Farm Pond Snobs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 41:18


    Jump right on in with the guys for their chat about Brett's farm pond life and what it feels like to finally get out on the hard water!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com          

    Murray's Outdoor Store ft. Bob Urbain!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 60:19


    The guys get together to chat about NE Iowa Mississippi River ice fishing with local legend, Bob Urbain! Lots of gems in this episode, enjoy! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com        

    Barotrauma and Sketchy Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 36:58


    Join the guys back at the pool table as they chat about Brett's new reel, Hawg Outdoors lights, sketchy ice and the return of Uncut Angling!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com  

    Rods on the Pool Table!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2024 29:31


    The guys pick up where they left off in the last episode and break down Ben's current rod collection! We should have ice in Central Iowa later this week and can't wait to get out to start sticking fish!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com  

    Christmas Presents and Rods!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2023 39:36


    Join the guys from down at the pool table to talk about what they got for Christmas and start of a deep dive on Ben's rod collection!

    Where's the Ice?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2023 49:46


    The guys chat about Brett's big move south, more Ice Show coverage and more! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com  

    Classic SRS - Live Bait vs. Plastics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 44:46


    Listen in to this classic episode of the The Short Rod Show back during Season 2 where the guys break down their thoughts on live bait vs. plastics!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    St. Paul Ice Show Deep Dive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 76:32


    A very special guest is joining the podcast this go around to discuss all of the new products and takeaways from the St. Paul Ice Show 2023! Listen in to this extended cut and learn about anything you may have missed if you weren't at the show this year!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Pickled Fish!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2023 45:34


    Join the guys back at the pool table to chat about the recipes everyone posted, initial reviews with the Rapala R12 combo kit and a surprise at the end! Listen to the sneak peak into at the end of this episode of the How's the Bite? podcast put out by Murray's Outdoor Store in Guttenberg Iowa! Check out their podcast below! How's the Bite? Thanksjigging: Larry's Back! Ken's Humor, Short Rod Guys https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-iuws2-1509c3f 

    Listener Comments Rundown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 47:59


    Join the guys as they chat about recent comments and emails from listeners. They have some fun along the way as usual and ask for your help too!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Clam Buckets and Deals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 41:34


    Pull up a bucket and listen in on this week's conversation as the guys go into their favorite ways to find deals for the ice, buckets of beer and more! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Big Ticket Gear Breakdown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 43:38


    Join in the conversation as the guys breakdown their big ticket items during the pre ice season!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Ice is Coming - Back at the Mics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 40:18


    Join in this week when the guys chat about their summer fishing adventures and what's to come for this coming season of The Short Rod Show! Don't miss the welcome back gifts the guys give each other from Sake Fishing and Cat Daddy LLC! https://www.sakefishing.com/  https://www.catdaddyllc.com/   

    Sneak Peak - Season 5 of The Short Rod Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 5:05


    Everyone is so pumped up for ice, we just couldn't wait to drop a sneak peek of what's coming up for everyone while you wait for Season 5 to kick of on Sunday, November 5th! Enjoy and stay tuned for great ice fishing stories and deep dives all season long!    

    Till Next Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2023 36:10


    We're putting a wrap on this season of SRS and saying goodbye to an industry staple! Thank you to all of our fans that listen in each week, we owe you one! Be sure to follow us on Facebook during the offseason for more updates on our summer out on the water! Ben and Brett   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Mississippi Gold!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 41:03


    The guys are back to recap their trip to the Mississippi River and all the ins and outs of chasing a backwater river bite!    Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Throwback Ice-Aholics Canadian Edition!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2023 61:00


    The guys are out enjoying their yearly trip out on the Mississippi River this week so kick back and enjoy a little rewind back to last season's chat with Ice-Aholics Facebook Group founder Jessey Willick.    Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Kids Trip on the Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 44:05


    The guys are prepping for their upcoming trip to the Mississippi River and chat about a successful outing with the boys out on the ice!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Late Night on the Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2023 37:31


    Listen in as the guys bring a special guest out on the ice to fish after the kids are in bed!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!  

    Droplit and Diesel Deep Dive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2023 44:24


    The guys spend a snowy night at the pool table to discuss Brett's recent outing and success with a unique profile bait, the Tungsten Droplit from Widow Maker Lures. Ben goes over the longer term review of the diesel heater in his Otter.   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Throwback - Diesel Powered Otter!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2023 59:41


    The guys are a little tied up this week but put together a throwback episode about the diesel heater set up and install in the Otter Lodge since everyone  seems so fired up about them lately. Enjoy!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Christmas at The Short Rod Show!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2023 46:24


    The guys get into opening their Christmas gifts and chat about when to downsize lures, how Ben's Strikemaster Lite Flite auger is working so far and traction on the quad!   Be sure to follow along with The Short Rod Show on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! https://shortrodshow.com/ 

    It's Just Nice to be Out!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2023 45:46


    The guys are finally hitting the ice and are out for the evening bite  on a local lake!   Be sure to follow along with The Short Rod Show on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! https://shortrodshow.com/ 

    7 Foot Ice Rod! ft. Sake Fishing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 37:43


    The guys are back with Sean Tran from Sake Fishing to talk ice tactics and different ways to fish. We are finally starting to turn the corner in the ice season in central Iowa and they guys will be out on the ice any day! Check out Sake Fishing at their website  https://www.sakefishing.com/    Be sure to follow along with The Short Rod Show on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! https://shortrodshow.com/ 

    Custom Rods Deep Dive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 40:12


    The guys are on the road this week and sat down with Sean Tran from Sake Fishing to take a deep dive into the custom rod business and why you might want to take a look past Schooley rods for something different! Visit https://www.sakefishing.com/ for more! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news! www.shortrodshow.com

    Another Auger? Sure, Why Not?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2022 44:07


    Ben and Brett break down the St. Paul Ice Show and highlight the goodies Ben picked up.   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Jigs and More Jigs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 46:14


    Ben and Brett could talk for days about jigs, luckily for you this is just about 40 minutes!    Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    YouTube Ice Fishing and Thin Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2022 44:18


    Listen in to the guys chat about who they follow in the ice fishing world and how the diesel heater is working out. They wrap things up with some ice safety tips!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Not Your Dad's Long Johns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2022 41:40


    Listen to the guys sit down and chat about their favorite apparel and accessories that keep them out on the ice long after everyone has turned in! The season is starting for some and is even getting close in Central Iowa,  everyone has the ice itch!   Be sure to follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and at www.shortrodshow.com! 

    Gear Galore!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2022 37:53


    Pull up a bucket and listen in as the guys chat about new gear for the new season coming up! Join the guys every Sunday through the ice season and get your hard water fix!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Back at the Pool Table!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2022 41:09


    After a relaxing summer break, the boys are back at the pool table to talk about their favorite subject - ice fishing! Join in as they talk through summer success and lost gear along with plans for this coming ice season!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

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    That's a Wrap!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 35:50


    The guys are wrapping up the season with tips on reading late ice conditions, cooking on the ice and their plans for next season! Thank you all for your support of The Short Show this past season, we're excited for Season 4 coming up in November!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Post Bedtime Urban Night Bite!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2022 47:53


    With the relaxing hum of the diesel heater in the background and the kids tucked in bed, the guys get out on an urban pond to chat  about the bite and the newest Livescope that was just announced!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Kids on Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 21:20


    The guys are on the road this week for a bachelor party, what better time to chat ice fishing than during the ride! Join in to hear about a recent ice trip with the kids and some zinger news too!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Tip Up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 57:59


    The time has come for the guys big trip of the year, listen in as they break down how it went and what they learned along the way! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Throwback Yellow Bassmaster ft. Brady Bock!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 41:26


    The guys are out on the Mississippi this weekend so we're kicking it old school with one of our most popular episodes with Iowa ice fishing legend, Brady Bock! We'll be back next week with the rundown on river backwater fishing!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Diesel Powered Otter!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 57:36


    It's the moment everyone's been waiting for, the diesel heater is mounted in the Otter and ready to roll!    Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Jigging Tactics and Diesel Gold!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 44:33


    Join in on the fun when the guys talk through a recent trip out on the ice,  Ben's finally biting the bullet on a diesel heater for his Otter Lodge and Brett breaks down the finer points of jigging!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Urban Brush Pile Bass!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2022 53:57


    Listen in as the guys get back on on the ice and chat about a recent outing to Big Creek while they're on fishing a brush pile after work!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Live Action!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2022 45:07


    Nothing beats getting out on the ice and on a great bite close to home! Listen in as Ben reels in a big cat using the Brett "The Cat Daddy's" tactics! We left the fight all uncut so you can feel like you're part of the action!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    First Ice!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2022 49:16


    Listen in as the guys talk about finally getting out on the ice around Central Iowa and break down how the bite turned out!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Cats and Walters!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2021 50:20


    Brett shares his dreams of big cats and targeting walleyes through the ice this season while Ben lays out a plan for a Mississippi backwaters trip later in the season! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Saturday Night and a Few Miller Lites!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 48:41


    The holiday season is fast approaching and the guys get together to chat gear, ice trends and shelter mods over a few beers. Can't get much better than that!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Ice Show Gold ft. Beer Fish Fanatics Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2021 83:38


    Join the guys in the studio as they sit down with two special guests, the hosts of the Beer Fish Fanatics Podcast! Grandy with MaPop Fishing and Fishing Kit definitely know how to wet a line and have a good time and we had a ton of fun chatting ice fishing and the St. Paul Ice Show with these guys!  https://www.mapopfishing.com/beer-fishing-fanatics https://www.youtube.com/c/FishingKit  Check out our website at shortrodshow.com!

    Throwback Iowa DNR Interview ft. Tyler Stubbs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2021 50:06


    The guys are on the road this week heading to the St. Paul Ice Fishing Show so they're throwing it back to December 2020's episode with Iowa Community Fishing Biologist Tyler Stubbs! They'll be back next week with coverage from the show! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Dumping Out the Jig Box!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 50:34


    Listen in as they guys chat about all of their favorite jigs they use to put fish on the ice!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Talking North of the Border with Ice-Aholics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2021 61:00


    Listen in as the guys talk with the founder of the Ice-Aholics Facebook Group Jessey Willick! The Iowa boys get a taste of what ice fishing is about north of the border in Ontario and throw in a few curveballs along the way. Stick around for the giveaway announcement at the end along with a surprise!   Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com

    Pre-Season Scouting!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2021 51:46


    Listen in as the guys chat about a recent trip out marking spots they'll hit when there's hard water! They also go through the Reed's Ice Fishing catalog for the rundown on all the deals and new gear this season. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with the latest SRS news!   www.shortrodshow.com  

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