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Austin Cranford is in-studio to break down the first two tournaments of his rookie season on the Elite Series.

For this special 250th edition of the Mercer Podcast, we brought in two men who know exactly what it feels like to hoist the trophy on bass fishing's biggest stage — the two most recent Bassmaster Elite Series champions:

For this special 250th edition of the Mercer Podcast, we brought in two men who know exactly what it feels like to hoist the trophy on bass fishing's biggest stage — the two most recent Bassmaster Elite Series champions:

Arrested in Thailand.Thrown in a jail cell with the Googan Squad. And that's just one of the many stories that get revealed. In this episode of the Mercer Podcast, Sam Sobi goes way beyond fishing. We talk about the dreams that built him, the setbacks that tested him, giant bass, bugling elk, true love… and the moments that shaped him But first we have the return of Jake's Take. Bassmaster videographer Jake Latendresse breaks down what really happened behind the scenes from inside the boat with eventual champion Hank Cherry, Trey McKinney, Bryant Smith, and Hunter Shryock. If you love the Elite Series but wish you could hear the stuff that never makes TV — this is it. Raw stories. Real laughs. Zero script & as always awkwardly honest!

Arrested in Thailand.Thrown in a jail cell with the Googan Squad. And that's just one of the many stories that get revealed. In this episode of the Mercer Podcast, Sam Sobi goes way beyond fishing. We talk about the dreams that built him, the setbacks that tested him, giant bass, bugling elk, true love… and the moments that shaped him But first we have the return of Jake's Take. Bassmaster videographer Jake Latendresse breaks down what really happened behind the scenes from inside the boat with eventual champion Hank Cherry, Trey McKinney, Bryant Smith, and Hunter Shryock. If you love the Elite Series but wish you could hear the stuff that never makes TV — this is it. Raw stories. Real laughs. Zero script & as always awkwardly honest!

Matt breaks down the first Elite Series stop of the season on Lake Guntersville that was won by Hank Cherry with an OLD SCHOOL technique.  Down in Florida,  Drew Gill won the MLF Pro Circuit by using Livescope to target postfrontal largemouth with an Alabama Rig.   

On Episode 205 of the Inside Bassmaster Podcast, hosts Kyle Jessie and Ronnie Moore dive into the cold waters of Lake Guntersville to preview the start of the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series season. The 101 anglers head to Scottsboro, AL for the kickoff event of the year, the duo make some predictions, choose their Fantasy lineups and more.

Utah's Riley Nielsen joins BTL to talk about finishing 11th in the 2025 Bassmaster EQ's and what it's like chasing the Elite Series while living in Utah.

On Episode 19 of the TnZ podcast, hosts Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona talk Lake Guntersville for the first stop of the 2026 Elite Series and they also discuss a few anglers who have to catch em this year to stay Elite.#bassmaster #fishing #podcast

The 2026 Richmond Fishing Expo just delivered unforgettable moments and fishing wisdom you can't get anywhere else! Bruce Callis Jr takes you behind the scenes with Elite Series legends Randy Howell, Gerald Swindle, and Joe Thomas, revealing the personal conversations and unplanned presentations that made this year's show exceptional. Discover the custom painted baits that caught everyone's attention, the rigging tips that work across all brands, and why Gerald Swindle stood on painful knee replacements to connect with every single fan. Learn why the real value of fishing expos isn't the deals—it's the relationships, the knowledge transfer, and the life-changing connections that happen when anglers gather together.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 

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This week on M2 Podcast, we break down the chaos surrounding Rainbow Six Siege after a massive hack flooded the game with billions in in-game currency and forced Ubisoft to take servers offline. We also take a close look at 8BitDo's new Ultimate 3E controller, an officially licensed Xbox peripheral that looks like the Elite Series 3 Microsoft never released. On the business side of gaming, we discuss the surprisingly effective psychology behind indie game pricing and why developers believe $8 still feels like $5 to players. Finally, we unpack the growing RAM price crisis, exploring how AI demand, manufacturing shifts, and supply constraints are driving up costs and reshaping the future of PC builds.0:00 Intro1:48 Updates10:01 Rainbow Six Siege Engulfed In Chaos https://tinyurl.com/442mccbz 19:49 8BitDo's new Xbox pro controller https://tinyurl.com/4ussn7pt 38:46 Peak Developer Explains Successful Game Pricing https://tinyurl.com/53kufe6p 50:02 Why is RAM so expensive right now? https://tinyurl.com/3zemt3ca 1:28:48 OutroLeave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------PODCAST                ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcastAMAZON Music         ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-PodcastAPPLE                          ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410BREAKER                     ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2CASTRO                       ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741GOOGLE                       ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==OVERCAST                   ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcastPOCKETCASTS           ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6eRADIOPUBLIC             ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4SPOTIFY                      ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87STICHER                      ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcastTUNEIN                        ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI#podcast JOIN THE DISCORD!  ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6KyleHeath Socials:TIKTOK           ►► https://www.tiktok.com/@mrjkheathTWITCH          ►► https://www.twitch.tv/kyleheathTWITTER        ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheathYOUTUBE       ►► https://www.youtube.com/MrJkheathMadMikeWillEatU Socials:TIKTOK           ►► https://www.tiktok.com/@madmikewilleatuTWITCH          ►► https://www.twitch.tv/madmikewilleatu/aboutTWITTER        ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatuYOUTUBE       ►► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1MoIvzyMDvH_5Ta

Fishing expos have changed dramatically from their glory days, but veteran angler Bruce Callis Jr reveals why they're more valuable than ever! Discover what happened when the big tackle brands stopped showing up, how custom bait painters and local vendors transformed the experience, and why face-to-face conversations with Elite Series pros like Randy Howell and Gerald Swindle beat YouTube videos every time. Learn the networking secrets that create lifelong friendships, the seminar strategies that unlock pro-level knowledge, and why the Richmond Fishing Expo remains a must-attend event for serious anglers seeking that personal connection the internet can't replace.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 

From the Opens to the Elite Series, Ben Milliken joins BTL to talk about his last three years in the world of high stakes tournament fishing.  

Kevin VanDam, Davy Hite and Lee Livesay join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio to discuss season three of The Cast and the upcoming Elite Series season.

Bill Lowen talks about his 20 year career on the Bassmaster Elite Series.  

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TriggerTalk with Sage & SammyBoiii takes aim at Battlefield 6: RedSec and the newly announced Elite Series — a $1 million esports event bringing Battlefield back into competitive gaming. Sage and Sammy dive deep into what this means for the franchise, how Gauntlet changes the game, the challenges of esports production, and why this could reshape the future of Battlefield. Sage and Sammy discuss… The Elite Series announcement, format, and prize pool Sammy's unexpected invite as a team captain and how he built his squad Why Battlefield esports is both exciting and risky The Gauntlet mode and its potential as a true competitive format RedSec's audio, tick rate, and technical quirks How updates, communication, and cadence compare to 2042 The future of Battlefield's live service and expectations for Season 2 Balancing content creation, competition, and the love of the game Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to TriggerTalk 00:30 Battlefield RedSec and the Elite Series overview 02:00 Sammy's surprise invite & building a competitive team 05:00 Breaking down the Elite Series — format, dates, and prize pool 08:00 Why Battlefield is finally entering esports 10:00 Competitive pressure, viewership, and Red Bull partnership 13:00 LAN dreams and fairness in online tournaments 15:00 Why Gauntlet might outshine Battle Royale 18:00 The storytelling power of BR and spectator appeal 20:00 Why Gauntlet should be Battlefield's competitive focus 23:00 EA's under-promotion of Gauntlet and lessons from Hazard Zone 25:00 Sammy's team reveal and "underdog heat" 29:00 RedSec audio and directional issues 33:00 Tick rate debate — 30Hz vs 60Hz servers 38:00 DICE communication, trust rebuilding, and player feedback 44:00 Movement feel, input lag, and subtle gameplay differences 48:00 Upcoming December update preview 50:00 Season 2 expectations and cadence consistency 55:00 Live service evolution vs. 2042 58:00 Player agency, map rotation, and content quality 1:03:00 Balancing gaming, work, and competition prep 1:05:00 Tournament stakes, prize money, and team matchups 1:09:00 Battlefield's esports potential and industry competition 1:11:00 Wrapping up — RedSec's future and player hopes

Matt is joined by Elite Series pro Kyle Welcher to talk about the changing landscape of professional bass fishing.  

On this episode of Low Budget Live ACTUALLY LIVE, Luke runs is mouth about another Fisher Anaya win, the Low Lifers being the best, and is joined by 2026 Elite Series' rookie, Tristan McCormick to talk crazy Michael Neal bets that lead to haircuts, "finally" making the Elites, being ready for his next Bassmaster Classic, and how difficult it is to compete at the highest level of the sport these days! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Wheeler is the youngest angler ever to win the All American and the Forrest Wood Cup. He also won the first two Elite Series events he fished. But that was just the start. To date he has won 14 tour level events and he has won 4 out of the last 5 Bass Pro Tour Angler of the Year titles and he is only 35 years old. But it has not always been easy. At one point in his childhood his family literally lost their home. But through that adversity Wheeler learned his endless motivation and tireless work ethic. This week, he joins the podcast and talks about all that plus the future of pro fishing, confidence, career mistakes, building a brand, rookie scars, real life, raw emotion and turning haters into motivators by literally drinking your haters words for breakfast?

Jacob Wheeler is the youngest angler ever to win the All American and the Forrest Wood Cup. He also won the first two Elite Series events he fished. But that was just the start. To date he has won 14 tour level events and he has won 4 out of the last 5 Bass Pro Tour Angler of the Year titles and he is only 35 years old. But it has not always been easy. At one point in his childhood his family literally lost their home. But through that adversity Wheeler learned his endless motivation and tireless work ethic. This week, he joins the podcast and talks about all that plus the future of pro fishing, confidence, career mistakes, building a brand, rookie scars, real life, raw emotion and turning haters into motivators by literally drinking your haters words for breakfast?

Matt is joined by Russ Lane to talk about his journey through the 2025 Bassmaster Opens EQ's to re-qualify for the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series.  He also talks about his decision to fish the NPFL in 2026 and the changing landscape of sponsorships. 

On Episode 17 of the TnZ podcast, hosts Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona wrap up the 2025 Opens season with the Top 10 qualifiers for the Elite Series from the EQ points race. They also dive into the No Information Rule and if its worked, plus adjustments that could happen.#bassmaster #fishing #podcast

Ripping the Band-Aid Off The Elite Series – The Inside Story with Kevin McNatt & TJ Greer.MONDAY 6AM https://www.youtube.com/@rcuradioThis episode of RC Underground Radio pulls no punches. Series owner Kevin McNatt and RC racing social media force TJ Greer sit down for a candid, high-voltage conversation about The Elite Series.For the first time, Kevin opens up about the decisions, the pressure, and the realities of running one of the most talked-about series in RC racing. TJ brings the outsider's lens while Dave asks the biggest questions, setting the stage for a raw, revealing, no-BS breakdown of where The Elite Series stands and where it's headed.

Matt chats with 2026 Elite Series rookie Austin Cranford about his journey to the Elite Series through the Bassmaster Opens.  

Tristan McCormick joins BTL to talk about qualifying for the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series.  VOTE FOR BTL IN THE BEST ON TOUR AWARDS FOR BEST PODCAST:Best on Tour Awards | Best On Tour

On today's episode of Tackle Talk we have a G-G-G-Giant guest… as our friend, the one and only Dave Mercer stops by the show, and no topic is off limits. We talk the overall state of bass fishing today from all angles.. tournaments, fishing gear, opportunities, and attitude. We also talk about underwater video footage of both largemouth and smallmouth, we chat about the 2025 elite season, Dave's favorite fishing gear, and more!

On episode 16 of the TnZ podcast, hosts Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona debate the greatest B.A.S.S. events of all time as well as preview the final EQ stop at Lake Okeechobee where anglers will be looking to punch their ticket to the 2026 Elite Series.

On Episode 12 of Oh-Fish-Ally Unofficial, Dave Mercer welcomes John Cox, Brandon Palaniuk, Logan Parks and Bryan New to discuss how often they change their line out. What's the right answer? Hear from Elite Series pros to find out!Fans, you can receive 35% OFF your Shady Rays order with our BASS35 discount code! Shop at https://shadyrays.com/#bassmaster #podcast #fishing

Elite Series pro, Bob Downey, drove down for an epic day of bass fishing then podcast. It was great to get out fishing with this dude and watch him work. Lots of great subjects discussed in this episode, along with unique perspectives. From swim jigs and Crush City, to the new Elite Series rules for 2026 and the origin of condoms. This was a fun one, enjoy!Brought to you by Thorne BrosCheck out their website and variety of premium fishing equipment @ thornebros.comCheck out their JDM selection here: ⁠⁠https://www.thornebros.com/collections/jdm-baits⁠⁠Also Brought to you by Vocelka Fishing & CustomsYou can find them on his website or at Waypoint Angler SupplyVisit ⁠⁠vocelkafishing.com⁠⁠ and use the code: T3ALBIRD15 at checkout to save 15% on your next purchase!

Our old friend and passionate bass fisherman Cody Roberson (founder of Army Bass Anglers) of Purple Heart Homes makes his return to the show this week.  We discuss a myriad of topics including: How has technology impacted professional bass fishing from a consumer (fan) standpoint? Has the fractured relationship between the Elite Series and MLF [...]

Detroit Lakes, Minnesota angler Bob Downey goes head to head with the best in the Bass Fishing World on a regular basis in the Bassmaster Elite Series Tournaments. Bob shares the ups and downs of the 2025 season and looks ahead to the Bassmaster Classic in March of 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Episode 203 of the Inside Bassmaster Podcast, hosts Ronnie Moore and Kyle Jessie discuss the changes regarding schedule and Forward Facing Sonar on the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2026.Also, the duo debut the 2026 Bassmaster Opens schedule and LIVE Sonar regulations.#bassmaster #fishing #podcast 0:00 - 2025 Elite Series thoughts6:15 - 2026 Elite Series schedule and rules38:00 - 2026 Opens schedule and rules

Frank and Matt talk about the upcoming Bassmaster coinflip to determine FFS on the Elite Series in 2026.

On this episode of Low Budget Live (Not So Live), Luke runs his mouth about the recent announcement of BPT Redcrest heading to Table Rock Lake, and the rumors of the Bassmaster Classic doing the same in coming years, the "goons" of the bass fishing internet that cross lines that should never be crossed, and is joined by Elite Series' Pro, Pat Schlapper, to talk winning big in 2025, being grateful for the life you have, sponsor deals working out as they should, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 13 of the TnZ podcast, Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona rundown the final event of the Elite Series season where Chris Johnston went back to back in Angler of the Year, Tucker Smith winning Rookie of the Year and Pat Schlapper taking two titles in a single season.#bassmaster #podcast #fishing

Matt is joined by Bruce Stanton, Vice President and General Manager of PRADCO, to talk about the upcoming Bass Fishing Hall of Fame's 25th anniversary and the release of five commemorative lures from Heddon, Norman, and Cotton Cordell signed by Bass Fishing legends Rick Clunn, Bill Dance, Roland Martin, Bobby Murray, and Larry Nixon.  CHECK OUT THER LURES HERE:https://www.bassfishinghof.com/limite...In the second half of the show, Matt is joined by two-time Elite Series Champion, Pat Schlapper, following his impressive victory last week on the Mississippi River to close out the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series.  Finally, 2025 Elite Series Rookie Of the Year, Tuck Smith, joins BTL to break down how he got the job done in his first season on the Elite Series.

We have finally reached the 200th Episode! Crazy to think! This week we dive into Mattel Elite Series 1, for our main event! We also talk Powertown, Oz from Grapplers & Gimmicks, TMNT/Hello Kitty, Formo Toys, LJN vs BRG, Beverly Brothers, Spider-Man SHFigurarts, Mat Maniacs Danhausen, Extreme BRGs, and so much more! Also check out the TB Toycast YouTube Channel!https://youtube.com/@tbtoycast?si=79sxzh5qnW7v_Uk9

Pat Schlapper is a 5 time classic qualifier, a former Bass Nation National champion and a 2 time Bassmaster Elite Series Champion. Hot off his second Elite Series victory in just a few months, Schlapper joins the podcast and talks about turning his season around by taking notes and kicking Bass!

On this episode of the Oh-Fish-Ally Unofficial Podcast, host Dave Mercer interviews Elite Series pros Ben Milliken, Bernie Schultz, Stetson Blaylock and Seth Feider about their thoughts on a possible Senior Tour at Bassmaster.Fans, you can receive 35% OFF your Shady Rays order with our BASS35 discount code! Shop at https://shadyrays.com/#bassmaster #podcast #fishing

On this episode of Low Budget Live (Not So Live), Luke runs his mouth about crazy plane rides, high school frog gigging tourneys, Laker Howell following in his Dad's footsteps, and is joined by Elite Series' pro, Kyle Patrick, to talk near fatal tick bites, having to press pause on his second Elite Series, the FFS debate plaguing bass fishing and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 year old angling phenom, Trey McKinney just won his second Elite Series title in as many years. He is the reigning rookie of the year, he has ten top 10s, finished second at the Bassmaster Classic and is currently in a two-way tie for Angler of the Year. McKinney is one of the most scrutinized and polarizing pros on the water. He does nothing without eyeballs on him. The question is just how much does he have to win to Silence the haters?

On Episode 8 of the Oh-Fish-ally-Unofficial Podcast, Dave Mercer brings Bryant Smith, Lee Livesay, Hunter Shryock and Kyle Patrick onto the show to discuss their thoughts on the 2026 Elite Series schedule announcement.

On today's show, I try to build my dream 5-rod arsenal, with a pretty hefty budget of $3,000. So for 5 rods and 5 reels, that gives us a $299 average for each, which was a ton of fun! We also have a quick update on an Elite Series angler battling scary health situation, another one of the legends retires, and we tackle choosing the right kayak length.     Brought to you by:  American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK5 for 5% Off (including sale items!)

For episode 11 of the TnZ podcast, hosts Mark Zona and Tommy Sanders turn the calendar and make predictions based on the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series fisheries.

Cliff Pace joins BTL to talk about his career including his 2013 Classic win and his return to the Elite Series.  In the second half of the show, Cliff dives into his Black Label Tackle company that includes balsa crankbaits, jigheads, plastics, and much more.   

Two Oklahoma pros break down what to expect this week at the Elite Series stop on Tenkiller.  

Pat Schlapper talks about wining the Elite Series tournament on the Sabine River.  

Matt chats with Elite Series angler, Tucker Smith, about his massive Elite Series win on Lake Fork.