NJMSP #153 | Up Front Bait & Tackle | Bass Pro, Bunker, Sea Bass & Local Fishing Knowledge

NJMSP #153 | Up Front Bait & Tackle | Bass Pro, Bunker, Sea Bass & Local Fishing Knowledge

Episode 153 features Steve Haas of Up Front Bait & Tackle discussing what it takes to keep a local tackle shop thriving in today's fishing industry. We dive into the Bass Pro debate, bunker shortages, sea bass fishing, local fishing reports, Steve's new fishing book, crabbing contests, and much more. Joe and Kim also recap the Hybrid/Walleye Showdown, discuss current New Jersey fishing conditions, announce the heated rod giveaway winner, and preview upcoming guests including Fishing The Atlantic and Weird NJ. Suffer For The Fish!

Episode 152: Fish Poison Rods, Mini Rods, Sea Bass Reports & MultiSpecies Mayhem Updates

Dom from Fish Poison Rods joins the NJ Multi Species Podcast to discuss custom rod building, the popularity of mini rods, and what goes into creating personalized fishing equipment. Joe and Kim also cover the latest MultiSpecies Mayhem standings, Hybrid Striped Bass & Walleye Challenge updates, sea bass reports, missing bunker concerns, giant Round Valley trout, and upcoming opportunities with 8 Ball Sportfishing. Suffer For The Fish! 🎣

NJMSP #151 | Kayak Fishing, Striped Bass & Multi Species Mayhem with Kurtis Walrath

Joe Santiago and Kim Sorg return after a two-week break to discuss the latest fishing reports, the annual Mayhem on The Gambler trip, and major updates from the Multi Species Mayhem Tournament. This week's guest is Kurtis Walrath (@justlike2beoutside), a dedicated multi-species angler known for his kayak fishing adventures and passion for striped bass, trout, pike, and walleye. Kurtis shares his experiences fishing both freshwater and saltwater, explains why he prefers kayak fishing, and discusses the gear and tactics that help him consistently find success. The episode also covers giant tilefish catches, sea bass fishing challenges, fluke season expectations, and the story behind the increasingly popular Bogan Mini Rods. Suffer For The Fish! 🎣

NJMSP #150 - Lard Almighty on 15 Years of Fishing YouTube & Modern Fishing Content

Episode 150 of the NJ Multi-Species Podcast features longtime New Jersey fishing creator and forum legend Lard Almighty celebrating 15 years on YouTube. Joe and Kim discuss the evolution of fishing content, monetization, trolls, clickbait, short form vs long form videos, and how social media has changed fishing culture over the years. Lard also explains why he refuses to monetize his channel and why keeping fishing content authentic still matters. The episode also includes major Multi-Species Mayhem leaderboard updates, striper reports, sea bass trip announcements, tilefish reports from The Gambler, and upcoming kayak talk with Reel Yaks.

NJMSP #149 - Jersey Coast Shark Anglers, Mako Shark Regulations & NJ Shark Fishing

The Jersey Coast Shark Anglers join the show to discuss the history of NJ shark fishing tournaments, the shutdown of mako shark harvests, and the future of offshore shark fishing in New Jersey. Frank Ross and Rick Carroll break down thresher shark tactics, tournament culture, community outreach, and how their club supports local youth, veterans, and first responders. Joe and Kim also recap opening day fluke fishing, trout action in Multi Species Mayhem, and upcoming offshore trips aboard The Gambler and 8 Ball Sportfishing.