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How To Catch Prespawn Bass

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Local 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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Episodes

Deep Finesse Bassin with Brooks Anderson

July 08, 2024 12:52 - 1 hour - 94.8 MB

On this episode, up and coming tournament angler and bass guide Brooks Anderson shares his secrets for summer time bass fishing on lakes similar to Lake Lanier. 

Fishing Stories

July 04, 2024 13:05 - 1 hour - 117 MB

On this episode, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local anglers Ken Pruitt and David Aldridge to recall some fun fishing storiesand also talk about buzzbaits and topwater bass bashing. 

Summer Bass Fishing on Small Reservoirs

July 04, 2024 12:31 - 1 hour - 114 MB

On this episode, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local kayak angler Justin Speece and electric only angler Eric Richards to discuss how to approach smaller reservoirs in the summer heat. 

Jeff Gustafson Shares His Secrets

June 22, 2024 11:50 - 1 hour - 99.3 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Livewell podcast, Bassmaster Classic Champ Jeff Gustafson sits down with host Danny Pruitt and the crew and shares some finesses fishing tips, thoughts on the current tournament landscape and a little about hunting in Cananda. 

Livewell Free For All

June 22, 2024 11:49 - 1 hour - 107 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with the guys and guest Sal Pinto, a local north Georgia angler to talk a little fishing AND A WHOLE LOT of other stuff. We will just leave it at that!!

COLDWATER Fishing for Bass and Trout

June 17, 2024 14:38 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Tuesday Nighter podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with coldwater guides Phil Hutcheson and Micah Walker to discuss how to fish our rivers for bass and trout. Also they discuss how we can improve the habitat for future generations. 

Finesse Tactics for Summer Bass

June 17, 2024 14:28 - 1 hour - 101 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Livewell podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with up and coming angler Buddy Benson, fresh off his 4th place finish at the BFL All-American on Cherokee lake. They discuss finesses fishing techniques to put more bass in your boat. 

5 Pro Anglers - 1 Great Podcast!!

June 17, 2024 13:51 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this episode of FNGO's The Livewell, host Danny Pruitt tackles 5 professional anglers at one time! Bassmaster Elite Anglers Patrick Walters and Drew Cook, who also fish the NPFL, and Justin Kimmel, Trey Palmer and Mike Corbishley, who all fish The National Professional Fishing League. We talk tournaments and life on the road. 

How To Fish Lake Hartwell and The NPFL

June 17, 2024 13:41

On this episode of FNGO's The Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with National Professional Fishing League anglers Will Harkins, Richard Kee and Rob Wroblewski to recap their tournament on Lake Hartwell in South Carolina and to hear what baits they all used to cut a check. 

Catching Topwater Bass

June 17, 2024 13:37 - 2 hours - 110 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local fishing guide Kevin Underwood of Lipsticker Fishing and local angler Ryan Sheffield to discuss the best ways to catch bass using topwater techniques. 

Old School Baits That Still Catch Bass

June 17, 2024 13:22 - 2 hours - 117 MB

On this episode of FNGO's The Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with long time big bass hunter Tim Hancock to discuss baits from the past that still are effective in catching giant bass. 

Catching Stripers and Hybrids

June 17, 2024 12:48 - 1 hour - 92.4 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Tuesday Nighter "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local striper guide Joseph Martinelli to discuss striper and hybrid fishing in north Georgia and the techniques he uses to put fish in the boat. 

Bass Catching Tips for All Anglers

June 17, 2024 12:32 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this episode of The Livewell, Fish North Georgia's "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local angler and guide Rob Jordan to discuss how he catches bass on our local reservoirs. 

The Best Ways To Catch Bass At Night!

May 25, 2024 12:31 - 1 hour - 80.5 MB

On this episode of The Fish North Georgia Podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local legend, Bill Payne to discuss his 40 years of experience catching bass at night. Full of great information for anglers of all experience levels. 

Bass Fishing's Rising Stars!!

May 01, 2024 14:41 - 2 hours - 124 MB

On this episode of The Livewell, FNGO's weekly "LIVE" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with two of the hottest, young anglers in the Southeast, Emil Wagner and Caz Anderson. We discuss The Touring Anglers Association tournament held on Lake Lanier, bass techniques for spotted and largemouth bass and some common mistakes anglers with forward facing sonar make. Great conversation and info as well as many questions and comments from our viewers. A must listen! Recorded live on April 25, 202...

Catching PostSpawn Bass and Topwater Action!!!

April 19, 2024 16:34 - 2 hours - 111 MB

On this episode of Fish North Georgia's The Livewell, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Jonothan Farmer and the FNG Crew. They discuss catching bass during and right after the spawn, including some fantastic topwater tricks as the bass are starting to get in to more predictable patterns heading into the summer. Jonothan really drops the juice as to how he uses subtle changes on baits and reveals some fantastic techniques to create explosive strikes on topwater. The viewers really add to this ...

The Touring Anglers Association Tournament - An Angler's Perspective

April 16, 2024 12:49 - 2 hours - 110 MB

On this epsode of The Livewell, FNGO's "live" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with two anglers to recap The Touring Anglers Association's No Forward Facing Sonat Tournament held on Lake Lanier. Paul Driskell, a Lanier Legend and Brooks Anderson, a rising star in north Georgia explain how they viewed the tournament as well as giving us some insight on the techniques they used each day. It's a very interesting and entertaining podcast. Recorded "live" on April 11, 2024 For sponsorship o...

Craft Beer and Fly Fishing For Trophy Trout

April 15, 2024 18:30 - 2 hours - 117 MB

On this episode of Fish North Georgia's "The Livewell Tuesday Nighters" podcast, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Nathan Scheiber, a local part time guide, blue line angler and Product Developer for Cherry Street Brewing, and private landowners John Davidson and Gerard Gunthert, who have property on the Etowah River in north Georgia and have created a trophy fishery on their properry. Recorded live on April 9, 2024   For Sponsorship oppurtunities are suggestions on future guests or topic...

Swim Baits Down South with Cast Fishing

April 12, 2024 16:43 - 1 hour - 103 MB

On this episode of The Livewell at Fish North Georgia, host Danny Pruitt sits down with Ryan Hanks and Clint Bartlett of Cast Fishing and go over throwing larger soft swimbaits for trophy largemouth and spotted bass. A lot of techniques covered here and of course, some good entertainment. Recorded live on March 28, 2024.  If you are interested in sponsorship opportunites or have suggestions on topics or guests, email [email protected]

Spring Time Crappie Fishing In The South

April 12, 2024 13:20 - 1 hour - 100 MB

On this episode of FNGO's Livewell Tuesday Nighters, host Danny Pruitt sits down with local crappie anglers Kyle Reeves of ATX Lures and Justin Ware to talk crappie. Current trends, the tournament scene and forward facing sonar are all discussed. These are recorded "live" and include viewer interaction. Recorded on March 26, 2024.  To contact FNGO for any sponsorship opportunites or if you have suggestions for future guests or topics, please email FNGO at [email protected]

How To Catch PreSpawn Bass - A Livewell RECUT

March 26, 2024 14:16 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 17:06

On 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 17:06

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

Wyatt 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 MB

On 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 MB

Danny 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

On 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 MB

Jeremiah 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

Danny 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 04:14

Danny 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 04:14

Danny 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 MB

Local 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 MB

Local 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 MB

On 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 MB

Local 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 MB

On 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.