Podcast

The Angler Within

Nature, Science, Sports, Wilderness

Pro-Fisherman and outdoor enthusiast Roy Bilby shares his experience and insight into the world of competitive Bass fishing, and helps YOU become better at fishing by tapping into........ the angler within.

Episodes
65
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
38 min
On air since
2024
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

65 episodes, newest first

  1. Brown Fish

    Season 3, Episode 8

    Show notes

    Roy catches his 1000th Bass of 2026, putting him closer to 40K..... and JD didn't clean the bathtub when he moved from the lake.

    44 min
  2. Rick Bach And An "AH HA!" Moment

    Season 3, Episode 7

    Show notes

    Roy and JD are joined by outdoor writer Rick Bach to discuss his new book Inspiring Anglers, and Roy has an ah-ha! moment that was staring at him in the face for 40 years.

    Pick up your copy today!

    https://books.google.com/books/about/Inspiring_Anglers.html?id=Rmb4EQAAQBAJ

    1 hr
  3. Back With Brown Water Tactics

    Season 3, Episode 6

    Show notes

    Roy and JD return to the studio to talk about the last 30 days & you're a slob if you toss your used up senko's into the water.

    43 min
  4. Fish Smeller

    Season 3, Episode 5

    Show notes

    JD goes on a float and Roy can smell the fish.

    35 min
  5. You Can't Park Here

    Season 3, Episode 4

    Show notes

    Roy gets on Otsego Lake via the upper Susquehanna and JD has neighbor issues.

    34 min
  6. JD & DJ & ROY

    Season 3, Episode 3

    Show notes

    JD gets stuck in the mud and DJ Collise joins Roy and JD for a nice chat on all the things.

    45 min
  7. The Fish Fry That Wasn't

    Season 3, Episode 2

    Show notes

    Roy puts up some high perch numbers as JD does not, and the guys compare old-school vs new-school fish journaling.

    39 min
  8. Second Angler-versary!

    Season 3, Episode 1

    Show notes

    Roy and JD do a pop-up show at Bass Pro Shops in Utica, talk to a few amazing employees and give some great early spring guidance for smallmouth and perch.

    46 min
  9. More On Ice Fishing

    Season 2, Episode 23

    Show notes

    Roy gives a few more ice fishing tips and JD had his car tossed.

    28 min
  10. 40K in 26

    Season 2, Episode 22

    Show notes

    Roy goes over his final numbers from 2025, reveals his secret weapon isn't so secret anymore, and JD has zero sympathy for his kayak complaints.

    39 min
  11. Electro Fiddlin'

    Season 2, Episode 21

    Show notes

    Roy and JD are BACK!

    Roy gives 5 great ice fishing tips to get your 79 fish on the ice like he did, and reflects on his days gathering......worms?!?????????

    38 min
  12. When it Snows, The Fish Count Grows

    Season 2, Episode 20

    Show notes

    JD and Roy share what is on their Christmas lists, and Roy explains the great opportunity that is fishing in snow on open water.

    34 min
  13. Outdoor Smorgasbord

    Season 2, Episode 19

    Show notes

    The Mad Scientist joins Roy and JD and they cover A LOT of ground.... Kinda.

    37 min
  14. Roybi Wan Kenobi

    Season 2, Episode 18

    Show notes

    Roy and JD have a missed connection and Roy gives the most info EVER on exactly how he CURRENTLY sets up 4 Rods for Smallmouth success.

    35 min
  15. Smashing Smallmouth

    Season 2, Episode 17

    Show notes

    Roy gets humbled, the smallmouth are on fire and JD gets left behind.

    34 min
  16. 50 Episodes Deep, 30 Days Later

    Season 2, Episode 16

    Show notes

    Roy and JD reflect on the past 50 episodes as they hit an important milestone for the show.

    37 min
  17. TAW Interview: Kyle Patrick

    Season 2, Episode 15

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    Kyle Patrick stops by to tell us what life is like as a new Elite Series angler and established social media influencer.

    47 min
  18. They're Down There!

    Season 2, Episode 14

    Show notes

    Roy brings us up to speed on the beginning of turnover and JD shares his (underwhelming) results from his charter trip on the Saint Lawrence.

    38 min
  19. Senko's & Cider Donuts

    Season 2, Episode 13

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    Roy and JD reflect on the Crumhorn Fall Invitational and JD is headed to the Saint Lawrence.

    33 min
  20. Never Underestimate A Small Haul

    Season 2, Episode 12

    Show notes

    Roy surprises himself with his recent tournament outcome and JD has a not so perfect vacation.

    39 min