Back Lash Musky Fishing Podcast

This episode features veteran muskie guide Steve Genson reflecting on a season shaped by unseasonably warm October water, rapid lake turnover, and shifting tactics between lures and live baits. Steve discusses where fish are moving, depth strategies, and how the bite changes as temperatures fall.

He shares memorable client stories — including a 79-year-old angler’s big day and a fisherman who finally landed his first muskie after 15 years — grades the season a "B," and reviews top and underperforming baits from his tackle box.

For bookings or more information, Steve directs listeners to fishhunts.com and his phone 715-558-3709.

Guide Austin Wiggerman joins Back Lash Podcast to discuss WAV Products rod‑organizers, the impact of the Pit Bull bait, and a season of guiding from Minnesota to Lake Geneva.

They cover stocking efforts, clear‑water tactics (deeper boat positioning, figure‑eight mechanics), seasonal patterns, turnover effects, and recent tournament highlights—plus Austin’s fall guiding availability and show appearances.

Michael Hansen of Namekagon Area Guide Service joins Back Lash Podcast to discuss late-season musky fishing across northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. He covers changing water temperatures, turnover, and how weather and moon phases affect bite windows.

Michael shares practical tactics—when to fish deep, bait choices (rubber, beavers, weighted suckers), rigging tips, and how to manage live bait and cold conditions. He also talks about gear effects (trolling motors, sonar), guide life, and what anglers should expect from fall trips.

Host Jeff sits down with DJ Chupita of Hinterland Musky Guide Service to discuss late-season musky fishing in the Northwoods. They cover water temperatures, turnover, moon windows, and how wind and boat control shape success.

The episode also dives into bait choices—suckers, bucktails, Dive & Rise, glidebaits—and practical guide tips like trolling motor use, live-bait handling, and scheduling trips. DJ shares contact and show info for booking or connecting.

Rich Reinert joins Back Lash Podcast to talk fall musky fishing: the best lures (crankbaits, suicks, bobbies and bucktails), color choices like Mud Puppy and Chartreuse Thunder, and practical tips for fishing edges, vegetation and changing weather.

The episode also covers Wisconsin Musky Expo dates, gear advice (line tests and lure retrievers), and the importance of club-led stocking and conservation efforts to protect musky fisheries for future generations.

In this episode Jeff talks with Taylor Flannery of Musky Guarantee Guide Service about a standout season, from surprising topwater action and effective trolling to the best lures for blades, flap tails and shallow pit bulls. They also cover using suckers and rig choices, practical electronics and auto chart tips, moon-phase windows, and how to approach late-season muskie fishing.

Taylor shares field-tested tactics, gear recommendations, and booking info for his guide service as anglers prepare for prime September and October musky opportunities.

Chase Gibson returns to discuss a standout weed bite this season: ripping Husky Medussas hard over Leech Lake weeds, why they work (and when to switch), plus his favorite bucktails, topwaters, and the gear choices that make it all possible.

Hear details on rod/reel setups, bite transitions (rubber to bucktail/topwater), and what’s been hot this late summer into early fall — including Cannonball Juniors, MK-65s, walk-the-dogs, and tips for anglers of all skill levels.

In this episode Chris Willen, a longtime musky guide from Northern Wisconsin, joins the Backlash Podcast to talk guiding life, boats, and fall musky strategies. They cover topwater hits on the Chopper XL, river vs. flowage tactics, low-water adjustments, and the value of different bucktails and rubber-bait sizes.

Other topics include the surprising success of unusual colors like "Bottle Rocket," moon-phase timing, the rise of musky fly fishing, and Chris’s off-season chasing of exotic toothy species. Practical tips and memorable stories make this a useful listen for anglers looking to up their musky game.

This week Jeff sits down with musky guide Ty Sennett to break down the wild PMTT tournament in Iowa (including a 16-fish winning performance), how he uses side imaging, and why specific baits like bull dawgs, tubes and the Pacemaker work in different situations.

They also cover guide life on the Chippewa Flowage, seasonal and weather patterns, and new gear updates from Team Rhino Outdoors.

On this episode of Back Lash Podcast host Jeff talks with Jeff Hanson of Madison Musky Guide Service about the state of the Madison musky fishery, tournament impacts, and the need for stocking and local conservation funding.

Jeff shares practical tips on bait choices and techniques — from weedless spoons and crankbaits to Spanky topwaters and bucktails — discusses ideal weather and structure for late‑season fishing.

Host Jeff chats with John Bette of Stealth Tackle about the recent loss of musky legend Hans Mann, their recent fishing trips, and gear updates from bump boards to spinnerbaits. They also cover local impacts like recent tornado damage and how it affected work and fishing schedules.

John gives a concise mid-season terminal tackle rundown: change snaps before fall, use longer leaders (12–14"), upsize leader strength for bigger baits, consider titanium leaders (with caveats), run 80 lb braid for general use but 100 lb for sucker rigs, and prefer solid rings for reliability. Practical, gear-focused advice to get ready for the fall bite.

On this episode of Back Lash Podcast host talks with Steve Genson of Genson's Fish Hunts Guide Service about musky fishing in northern Wisconsin. They cover current conditions, water temperatures, moon effects, and why fast rubber baits like swim dogs and pit bulls are producing most bites this season.

Steve shares practical guide tips on retrieve speed, bait size, spot selection, patience under pressure, and booking availability — a concise, actionable conversation for anglers chasing musky this summer and fall.

In this episode of Back Lash Podcast, Jeff talks with Kevin Pischke of Lay in a Line Guide Service about musky fishing on Green Bay — current conditions, season timing, and how anglers are adapting after stocking changes.

They cover gear and techniques (swimbaits, bucktails, trolling setups, KP leaders), launch and crowd issues, tips for finding fish among perch and weeds, and how to book a trip with Kevin.

On this episode of Back Lash Podcast, Clayton Spiess (Thistle Dew Outdoors) walks through his season — from Green Bay opener to guiding on Vermilion — sharing trolling tricks, bait picks (jointed vs. straight shads, bangers, pit bulls), and why fish are often higher in the column.

Clayton also discusses Team Rhino Outdoors gear, handling musky in warm water, his upcoming trips and availability, and how to book a guided outing.

Mike Kramer who owns and operates Kramer Bros Tackle joins Back Lash Podcast to talk summer fishing conditions, how wind and heat affect water temperatures, and tips for targeting musky on Lake of the Woods and nearby waters.

He introduces the new 625 Crankbait, explains retrieve and figure-eight techniques for crankbaits, and discusses the success of his 875 and other popular baits like wood ticks, topwaters, and the Revolution blade.

The episode also covers gear recommendations for Canadian trips.

Welcome to another episode of Back Lash Podcast where host Jeff interviews guide Ryan McMahon, covering musky tactics in Minnesota. Ryan discusses crankbaits, bucktails, trolling spinnerbaits, swim baits, gear choices, boat maintenance, and guiding details, plus tips for fishing weeds, speed, and blade selection. Learn practical techniques and how to book a trip with Twin Cities Musky.

Jon Richards and Matt Seifert join the Backlash Podcast from Agency Bay Resort to discuss summer musky fishing, including lodge updates, guiding life, and changing seasonal patterns.

They cover shifting open-water vs. structure bites, DNR stocking and fin-clip genetics studies, tackle choices like triggers, flap tails and bucktails, and share client-first-musky stories and booking details.

Will Buehler of Sconnie Guy Adventures joins Back Lash Podcast to talk musky fishing in Northern Wisconsin shortly after his wedding. We discuss current water temperatures and weather windows, summertime patterns, and where musky are likely to be — weeds, rock humps and main-lake structure.

Will covers tactics and gear: casting vs trolling, crankbaits (including a 4.5" boss shad), Pit Bull rubber baits, top waters, titanium leaders, leader lengths, and rod choices. He also shares guide availability, booking info, and encourages exploration of new water to find fish.

Welcome to episode 372 of Backlash Podcast where Jeff talks with Dan Donovan, owner of Musky Fool Fly Fishing Company. They discuss building an online brand into a brick-and-mortar fly shop, Dan’s video series The Figure 8 Chronicles and the Spot Burn Podcast, fly-fishing gear and guides, and the challenges and passion behind running a specialty retailer. The episode also covers conservation, musky stocking debates, and ways anglers can get involved to protect fisheries.

Guide Taylor Flannery joins Back Lash Podcast to explain his switch to open-water musky trolling, sharing setups, bait choices, and practical tactics that led to surprising success.

Hear a chaotic double hookup story, insights on timing and conditions, social media and guiding tips, and how to book a trip with Musky Guarantee Guide Service in Northern Wisconsin.