EPISODE 50 | Fishing Doesn't Suck

Episode 53 | Rick's Fishing Guide

In this episode of MONSTERBASS Live, Rick & the Team sit down with Fred Klinshaw, a Jedi Master fishing guide from Castaic Lake who's been taking Rick fishing for the last few weeks. Fred shares insights into the seasonal behaviors of bass at Castaic, explaining how he adapts his approach throughout the year to consistently find fish. The discussion dives into effective lure choices, from topwater baits to finesse rigs, tailored to the lake's unique conditions. Fred also offers practical advice for anglers looking to elevate their techniques, emphasizing the importance of adjusting tactics based on weather and water clarity. The episode provides an engaging mix of expert tips and personal fishing stories, making it a must-watch for anglers of all skill levels.

EPISODE 50 | Fishing Doesn't Suck

In this episode of MONSTERBASS Live, Rick steps up his game by hiring a local guide and heading out to Castaic Lake for an epic fishing trip. Known for its trophy bass, Castaic challenges Rick to put his skills to the test. With tips from the expert guide, he targets key spots and shares some insider knowledge on how to land those legendary California largemouth. Tune in to see if Rick can reel in a monster and discover some new tactics you can use on your next fishing trip!

EPISODE 49 | Picking the baits for the next box

Ever wonder what the internal conversations look like in order to select the baits for each month's box? I have 100's similar to the one we'll go through today. It's not as simple as throwing a bunch of baits in a box. It's a process and today I'm going to walk you through it. Oh and we're giving away prizes with golden tickets toward the end of the show. MONSTERBASS Live is the only bass fishing podcast that delivers a raw, unfiltered take on one of the most addictive sports in history. Each week our hosts love to battle on-air almost as much as they do on the water. Every week, Rick and his co-hosts Mr. Wishiwazfishin and Raphie pull no punches when discussing the landscape of bass fishing, their favorite fishing techniques, life in general, and just about anything else that's on their mind. And with the phone lines open live and in real time, the listeners get in on the action as well. Reluctantly produced by Jared Fix⁠

Episode 48 | Best Fall Transition Baits

Rick introduces the LIVE clip of the week, and it does not disappoint. Chris joins the conversation to talk through his favorite Fall Transition baits, and the MONSTERBASS faithful have horrible taste in pizza. Its embarrassing.

Episode 47 | Lead Sucks

We launched a veteran owned tungsten weight company, 1st Contact Tungsten. The only bass fishing podcast that delivers a raw, unfiltered take on one of the most addictive sports in history. At MONSTERBASS Live, our hosts love to battle on-air almost as much as they do on the water. Every week, Rick and his co-hosts Mr. Wishiwazfishin and Raphie pull no punches when discussing the landscape of bass fishing, their favorite fishing techniques, life in general, and just about anything else that's on their mind. And with the phone lines open live and in real time, the listeners get in on the action as well. Reluctantly produced by Jared Fix⁠