How To Catch Prespawn Bass
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsLocal angler Jeremiah Giles sits in with Danny Pruitt and Ryan Sheffield on Fish North Georgia's The Livewell Podcast. They discuss how to catch early spring bass.
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How To Catch PreSpawn Bass - A Livewell RECUT
March 26, 2024 14:16 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, FNGO's "live" podcast, we present a RECUT version of our conversation about catching PRESPAWN bass. A recut removes some of the interaction between Danny and the viewers, giving you more of the actual conversation with the guests. Local Recorded live on 01-18-2024
Catching Bass, Social Media and Creating Lures with GreenFish Tackle founder John Hair
March 25, 2024 15:38 - 2 hours - 120 MBOn this episode of FNGO's The Livewell, John Hair, owner of Greenfish Tackle, sits down with host Danny Pruitt and the gang to discuss the bait manufacturing portion of the fishing industry and how social media is changing the way companies are looking for sponsors. We also discuss several area reservoirs and how he and his gang of highschool anglers, of which several are his employess, are catching bass. Recroded live on 03-21-2024
Catching Striped Bass and Searching for Monsters!!
March 21, 2024 13:10 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this episode of Fish North Georgia's The LIVEWELL TUESDAY NIGHTERS, we talk striped bass with guests Jeremy Mullinax and Terry O'Shaughnessy. The Tuesday Nighters, a "live" podcast, is where FNG discusses all the other fishing opportunities besides big lake bass fishing. This was a great conversation on chasing stripers here in the south. Jeremy runs Backwoods Fishing on Carter's Lakehere in Georgia. Terry runs Big Fish Inc. and specializes in Lake Lanier. We also discuss striper tourname...
The Living Legend Bill Payne and Hammer Stephen Barday Talk Bass
March 18, 2024 15:29 - 1 hour - 108 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with a living legend, Bill Payne and a local Hammer Stephen Barday. We tap into their experience on chasing bass with finesse style baits and talk forward facing sonar. Recorded live on 02-15-2024
Catching Big Spotted Bass with Guest Brooks Anderson
March 18, 2024 15:22 - 2 hours - 111 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Brokks Anderson, a young up and coming angler here in north Georgia. Fresh off his BFL win on Lake Lanier, Brooks describes some of the techniques he uses to catch giant spotted bass on what we feel is the nation's #1 spotted bass fishery. Recorded live on 02-22-2024
Talking With A Living Legend - Paul Driskell
March 15, 2024 19:59 - 2 hours - 113 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt and the crew sits down with Paul Driskell, whom we consider as a Living Legend here in north Georgia. From his FLW days to how he stays as one of the top anglers on Lake Lanier, Paul drops the "juice" and holds nothing back on where and how he catches bass. One of the best interviews we've had. It shocked a lot of local anglers that he gave up so much information. You'll enjoy this one especially if you l...
$125,000 No Forward Facing Sonar on Lake Lanier with guest Allen Brooks
March 15, 2024 14:24 - 2 hours - 113 MBOn this episode of the Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "LIVE" podcast, Host Danny Pruitt sits down with Allen Brooks, the mastermind behind a new bass tournament in which there will be no forward facing sonar, no mega360 sonar and no preexisting waypoints. Designed to level the playing field with an extremely high payout. He created the Touring Anglers Association and looks forward to having more of these events. It's a great conversation. Recorded Live on 03-14-2024
Electric Only Bass Fishing and Tournaments
March 14, 2024 13:35 - 1 hour - 101 MBOn this episode of the Livewell's new Tuesday Nighters, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local electric only anglers Chris Gayton, Michael Geiger, and Justin Donaldson. The group discusses north Georgia's small water reservoirs and the various electric only bass trails that fish tournaments on them. Some good fishing tips on how to target the bass that will also work everywhere. Recorded "LIVE" on 03-12-2024.
THE LIVEWELL - Winning $100,000 on Logan Martin with NPFL Pro Will Harkins
March 09, 2024 12:51 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "LIVE" podcast, National Professional Fishing League's Will Harkins, a 22 year old phenom from North Georgia, recalls his win on Logan Martin with host Danny Pruitt and the crew. Recorded 02/08/2024
THE LIVEWELL - Catching Bass with Caz Anderson and Jordan Lee
March 09, 2024 12:28 - 1 hour - 102 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "LIVE" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Caz Anderson and Elite Pro Jordan Lee to talk bass fishing, professional trails and so much more. Recorded live on 02/01/2024
Catch More Bass With Jigs
August 30, 2023 17:06On this episode of our Livewell podcast, Ryan sits down with local hammers and jig fisherman Casey Blanton and Jonothan Farmer to talk one thing, bass jigs. How and where and why? Lot's of great information on this one!
Catch More Bass With Jigs
August 30, 2023 17:06On this episode of our Livewell podcast, Ryan sits down with local hammers and jig fisherman Casey Blanton and Jonothan Farmer to talk one thing, bass jigs. How and where and why? Lot's of great information on this one!
Digital Bass Fishing Tournaments
August 11, 2023 16:56 - 2 hours - 59.3 MBOn this episode, Danny and Ryan sit down with Tim Hawkins of Hammonds Fishing Center in Cumming, Ga. They discuss digital bass tournaments, the new team format he is rolling out, as well as fishcare and bass fishing in general.
High School Bass Fishing
August 04, 2023 17:02 - 1 minute - 1.86 MBWyatt Richards and Colby Goforth join the crew and talk about high school bass fishing and what they've been using to put bass in the boat.
Kayak Bass tournaments with guest Andy Middleton
August 03, 2023 15:06 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBOn this episode, Danny sits down with local kayak tournament angler Andy Middleton to discuss recent rule changes in kayak bass tournaments as well as what he's using to put bass in the boat.
How To Catch Bass In The Fall
August 03, 2023 02:29 - 1 hour - 114 MBDanny and Ryan sit down with local A.B.A. 125 angler Jonothan Farmer and discuss preparing for fall bass fishing.
Fishtips and Dream Catcher's Austin Neary
July 28, 2023 14:39 - 2 hours - 178 MBOn this episode of our live podcast, The Livewell, we are joined by Austin Neary, cofounder of Fishtips and Dream Catcher's Fishing supply in North Carolina. We talk big swimbaits, highland reservoirs, his store and guide service and of course, Fishtips. It's a new website where guides can sell information. It's created quite the stir in the fishing industry. Great conversations on this one.
Bass Fishing with Special Guest Kevin Underwood
July 08, 2023 12:40 - 1 hour - 99.1 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, FNG's "Live" podcast, Danny and Ryan sits down with Lake Lanier Bass Guide Kevin Underwood of Lipsticker Fishing and discuss what he's seeing on the lake these days. Chocked full of good tid bits for our listeners.
The Most Overrated Things In Bass Fishing
May 22, 2023 23:18 - 2 hours - 118 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, we revisit another one of our "live" podcasts known as the Livewell. We just have some fun talking about what we think is overrated in the sport of bass fishing. We include plenty of our viewers opinions and have some good old fashion fun. If it happens outdoors and on the water, we discuss it.
TROUT, HOGS AND BEARS!
May 20, 2023 00:20 - 2 hours - 113 MBOn this episode of The Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Phil Hutcheson and Dave "Puffy" Johnson to discuss trophy brown trout, guiding in Alaska, hunting hogs and bears, and much more. It's a lively conversation recorded live with audience questions and comments. Fishing and hunting all in one great episode.
Fish North Georgia Podcast - Big Bass with Tim Hancock
April 01, 2023 18:27 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local angler and big bass chaser Tim Hancock. With over 50 years of experience, Tim discusses how he got started fishing and then progresses into the tactics he uses today. This episode is full of good information and tips that will help you to catch your best bass ever!
How To Catch Prespawn Bass
February 26, 2023 01:25 - 1 hour - 101 MBJeremiah Giles sits in with Danny Pruitt and Ryan Sheffield on Fish North Georgia's Livewell podcast. They discuss how to catch prespawn bass. Many different baits and techniques are covered in this episode.
The Livewell @Fish North Georgia
September 14, 2022 04:14 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBDanny and the crew sit down with Emil Wagner, one of the hottest young tournament anglers in North Georgia. Emil is also a guide and we get him to share his successful tactics and future goals.
The Livewell @Fish North Georgia
September 14, 2022 04:14Danny and the crew sit down with Emil Wagner, one of the hottest young tournament anglers in North Georgia. Emil is also a guide and we get him to share his successful tactics and future goals.
The Livewell @Fish North Georgia
September 14, 2022 04:14Danny and the crew sit down with Emil Wagner, one of the hottest young tournament anglers in North Georgia. Emil is also a guide and we get him to share his successful tactics and future goals.
Special Edition - Hunt North Georgia on FNG
September 05, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBLocal bow hunter Chase Turner sits in with Danny as we discuss this year's upcoming deer season here in Georgia on this special bonus edition of The Livewell podcast.
Bass Fishing Myths with guests Sal Pinto and James Collins
September 02, 2022 14:40 - 2 hours - 122 MBLocal anglers Sal Pinto and James Collins sit down with Danny and the guys to talk about some of the myths and old wives tales that are prevalent in the angling community.
Power Fishing The Fall with Ryan Sheffield and Jonothan Farmer
August 03, 2022 19:13 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, we discuss power fishing going into the fall transition with guests Ryan Sheffield and Jonothan Farmer. We talk what to look for and how to approach searching for fall bass.
The Livewell with guests Craig Dye and Terry O'Shaughnessy
August 01, 2022 18:49 - 1 hour - 192 MBLocal anglers Craig Dye and Terry O'Shaughnessy sit down with our host Danny Pruitt for a live interactive interview in which our live viewers also submit questions to the guests. Recorded on July 28, 2022.
From Full-Time Military to Full-Time Spotted Bass Guide w/Jeff Nail
February 08, 2022 23:34 - 1 hour - 135 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, we sit down with Jeff Nail, locally known as J2, of Jimbo’s on Lanier Guide Service. We discuss his military background and how he uses his topography training in his search for Lake Lanier’s spotted bass. He shares with us some of his techniques and practical advice that will help any angler in their pursuit of bass and to maximize their success. All of this and much more on this episode of the FNG podcast.
How to Power Fish in the Spring on Lake Lanier w/ Ryan Sheffield
January 25, 2022 21:11 - 1 hour - 121 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, we sit down with Ryan Sheffield, a local Lake Lanier angler and part of the FNG family. Ryan is known for power fishing and he approaches lake Lanier a little differently than most anglers. Leaning on his experiences, he explains how he breaks the spring down into three sections, prespawn, spawn and post spawn. He shares his techniques and thoughts that will be a fresh take on what is known as a finesse heavy lake.
Striper Fishing on Carter's Lake w/ Backwoods Outdoors. The Show @ FNG
January 27, 2021 21:56 - 2 hours - 183 MBStriper Fishing on Carter's Lake w/ Backwoods Outdoors. The Show @ FNG
Electric-Only Fishing with Brett Cummings, Chris Gayton, and Aaron Cole
December 16, 2020 18:56 - 1 hour - 113 MBThe Show at Fish North Georgia is broadcast live every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 pm on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/fishnorthgeorgia We hope you enjoy the show.
Cold Weather & Sonar with Jim Harmon, Big Earl Porter, and Trey Forrister
December 09, 2020 18:12 - 1 hour - 154 MBThe Show at Fish North Georgia is broadcast live every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 pm on our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/fishnorthgeorgia We hope you enjoy the show.
The Georgia Slam, Fall Transition and The Cast with Andy Middleton
September 18, 2020 16:25 - 1 hour - 123 MBIn this episode of the Fish north Georgia Podcast, local kayak stick and member of our Guide Video fishing Reports, Andy Middleton sits down to discuss the Georgia Slam, a contest the Ga. DNR has set up to promote all of the black bass species in the state of Georgia. We then venture into the fall transition and techniques Andy likes to target bass with. We then go off script to discuss Braves baseball and our various musical tastes. We had a lot of fun recording this one. All of this and mu...
Top Gun Jon Boat w/Anthony Jones
May 28, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 96.1 MBOn this episode of the Fish North Georgia Podcast we sit down with Anthony Jones, the creator of a popular YouTube channel that deals with the restoration and modification of jon boats and other small boats. With over 13,000 subscribers he has amassed a grass roots following by showing simple techniques to upgrade any boat. We discuss small modifications all the way to high-end overhauls anyone can make to their jon boats. All this and much more on this episode of the Fish North Georgia Podc...
Kayak Bass Tournaments - What's All The Hype About? w/ Josh Little
May 07, 2020 22:52 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this episode of the FNG Podcast, we sit down with Josh Little to discuss the rapidly growing world of kayak Bass tournaments. Josh gives us a primer on some of the equipment and shares his experience learned from trial and error on the water. We learn how these tournaments operate and the differences between them and the boat world. An interesting conversation that will help open the eyes and prepare an angler thinking of venturing in to the world of kayak tournament fishing. We hope you ...
Understanding Crawfish Colors and How To Choose a Jig to Match the Hatch w/Shan O'Gorman
April 28, 2020 23:00 - 20 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this episode of The Fish North Georgia minicast we sit down with fisheries biologist Shan O'Gorman to discuss the life of crawfish and what causes them to be certain colors. This is great information to have trying to "Match the Hatch" with your jig colors. We discuss the many color options from jig manufacturer, Castleberry Performance Lure Company, and how they best mimic crawfish in different times of the year and in different lake conditions. If you are interested in Castleberry's pro...
We're Back!!
April 24, 2020 23:00 - 34 minutes - 56.4 MBIn this episode of the Fish North Georgia podcast, we sit down and discuss the break during the pandemic and what we've been doing. It leads to our announcement of our online store at Fishnorthgeorgia.com We discuss our mission statement, our local bait manufacturers and what our goals are for the store. We end up talking about the future of the podcast and where we'd like to see it go. It's a good conversation we have and we hope you will enjoy it. Thanks so much for listening to the Fish N...
What Baits to Throw to Target Trophy Bass According to a Fisheries Biologist. w/Shan O’Gorman
March 26, 2020 23:00 - 14 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this episode of the DNG minicast, our resident Fisheries Biologist Shan O'Gorman sits down to discuss the Baits he uses when trying to catch a trophy bass. Using science as his guide, he matches his baits to what he feels maximizes his potential to catch larger fish and tells us why a certain bait can produce trophy fish consistently. We hope you enjoy this episode of the FNG minicast
The Chatuge Prodigy and the Old Ways - Caz Anderson
March 24, 2020 23:00 - 53 minutes - 82.3 MBOn this episode of the FNG podcast, Caz Anderson, a fishing prodigy from the Lake Chatuge area sits down with us to discuss growing up fishing and his path to the professional ranks. At 17, he is already a guide on Lake Chatuge and is competing in BFL tournaments while still being in high school. We break down Lake Chatuge and he speaks of is mentor teaching him the old ways of catching bass. Watching this will make you a fan and you’ll see Caz’s name continually as he reaches for the profes...
Finesse Swimbaits w/ Bill Payne
March 19, 2020 19:55 - 16 minutes - 32 MBOn this episode of the Fish North Georgia Minicast, professional guide and local legend on Lakes Allatoona and Carters, Bill Payne sits down with us and shares his favorite way to catch spotted bass. Using a finesse swimbait, he discusses the techniques he has developed over the years. We discuss when this approach shines, and what equipment should be used to do so. Lots of wisdom and advice here. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Fish North Georgia minicast.
University of Georgia Fishing and Breaking Down a Lake w/ Nathan Ragsdale
March 17, 2020 17:01 - 54 minutes - 83.7 MBOn this episode of the Fish North Georgia podcast, we sit down with University of Georgia angler Nathan Ragsdale. Nathan talks everything from fishing with Jake Fromm, his life as a collegiate angler and how he breaks down a lake to be able to find fish at different times of the year. We also take about the future of college fishing and changes that need to be made there. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Fish North Georgia Podcast.
Rob Jordan- Sticking to the Program and Spotted Bass Behavior
March 12, 2020 20:42 - 2 hours - 175 MBOn this episode of the Fish North Georgia podcast, we sit down with professional angler and Lake Lanier hammer Rob Jordan and discuss his journey from a fishing as a kid to his professional pursuits and guide service. With some surprise emotion, Rob let’s us in on the challenges and struggles he has faced in his career. We talk tour life and spotted bass and his love for helping kids. We hope you enjoy this episode of the FNG podcast.
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall - What Baits to Use and Where to Throw Them
March 08, 2020 23:48 - 15 minutes - 30 MBOn this episode of the FNG minicast, local angler Chris Gayton sits down to discuss a water temp chart that has been making the rounds on social media. The chart discusses which baits to use at a given water temperature. We discuss the validity of the chart and what changes, if any, that Chris would make if he were facing that situation. Packed with good information, this mini is sure to make you think about matching the right bait to a given water temp. We hope you enjoy this episode of the...
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall - What Baits to Use and Where to Throw Them
March 08, 2020 23:48On this episode of the FNG minicast, local angler Chris Gayton sits down to discuss a water temp chart that has been making the rounds on social media. The chart discusses which baits to use at a given water temperature. We discuss the validity of the chart and what changes, if any, that Chris would make if he were facing that situation. Packed with good information, this mini is sure to make you think about matching the right bait to a given water temp. We hope you enjoy this episode of the...
The Secrets to Deep Water Finesse Fishing w/Jason Johnson
March 06, 2020 19:54 - 18 minutes - 34.7 MBOn the episode of the FNG minicast, local angler and Lake Lanier stick Jason Johnson discusses some of the techniques that he uses for deep water finesses fishing for large spotted bass. A constant contender, he shares his successful thoughts that will help you be a more successful angler on Lanier's big waters. We hope you enjoy this episode of the FNG minicast
Bassmaster Opens, BFL, Costa Series, or Local Tournaments; The Do's and Don'ts of Being a Co-Angler.
February 25, 2020 15:41 - 15 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of the FNG minicast, we sit down with University of Ga angler Nathan Ragsdale. The discussion is on the do’s and don'ts of being a co-angler in a tournament, whether is the Bassmaster Opens, BFL, Costa Series, or even your local pot tournament. Sharing experiences he has learned both as a boater and a co-angler, Nathan gives some great advice and tips on how to approach it and some of the unwritten rules that are expected of someone in that position. So if you’ve ever conside...
Are You Jig Fishing The Right Way? An On The Water Conversation with Shane Dover
February 21, 2020 16:47 - 22 minutes - 40.1 MBOn this episode on the FNG minicast, we sit down with Shane Dover of Dover Fishing Adventures and we discuss Jig Fishing. Originally slated to be a How To video, the conversation appeared to us to be more naturally suited and useful to be presented in a minicast form. Shane answers many specific questions and the information can definitely be used by the experienced and novice angler alike to enhance their jig fishing for Bass. We hope you enjoy this special edition of the FNG minicast. Go c...
The Tesla of Electric Only Fishing, Elco Motor Yachts, and The Future of Jon Boat Tournaments
February 18, 2020 17:21 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBOn this episode of the Fish North Georgia Podcast we sit down with Scott Edwards of Elco Motor Yachts to discuss electric-only fishing here in North Georgia. He gives us his advice on many local North Georgia lakes such as Varner and Nottely. We talk jon boat set-ups and how Elco is getting these boats on plane in these small electric-only reservoirs. He also gives us a run down on the Elco Electric National Championship Tournament. This and much more on the episode of the FNG Podcast. Be su...