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Tight Lines Podcast

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Welcome to the Tight Lines Podcast, hosted by Tyler Placke. This is a family friendly fishing podcast that focuses on anything and everything fishing. Midwestern freshwater will be the central portion of the show, but we will discuss all types of fishing. I hope you enjoy the show!

Nature chart
#102
Episodes
47
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
24 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
2 weeks ago

Episodes

47 episodes, newest first

  1. 47: Answering 25 Random Bass Fishing Questions

    Episode 47

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another great episode of The Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode we are answering 25 random bass fishing questions generated by AI. As always I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow the show, like the episode, and drop us a positive review. Also, be sure to check out Slot Tech, linked below, and use code TylerTech10 at checkout for 10% off your entire order. Check out our socials and my YouTube channel, tylerplackefishing. Thank you all for listening, and until next time, tight lines y'all.

    https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    33 min
  2. 46: Best Budget Rods + HUGE Slot Tech Announcement + Cold Weather Gear You Need

    Episode 46

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to The Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode we discuss cold weather gear, budget fishing rods, a huge Slot Tech announcement, and we answer more of the internet's fishing questions. I hope you enjoy the show, and if you do, please be sure to leave us a positive rating, follow the show, and leave a comment down below. Also, check out our socials tylerplackefishing and thetightlinespodcast on Instagram and use code TylerTech10 at checkout with Slot Tech. Thank you and tight lines!

    https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    30 min
  3. 45: The Best Budget Glide Bait Combo + Answering Facebook's Fishing Questions

    Episode 45

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another episode of The Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode we discuss some of my favorite color schemes for megabass vision 110 jerkbaits, the best budget glide bait combo, and we answer some popular fishing questions from facebook fishing groups. I hope you all enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow the show and leave us a positive review. Also, be sure to check out our show's sponsor Slot Tech at the link below and use code TylerTech10 at checkout for 10% off your entire order. Thank you all for listening and tight lines y'all.

    https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    31 min
  4. 44: The Best Urchin Bait On The Market - Reviewing The Hag's Prickly Pear

    Episode 44

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another awesome episode of the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode we review the Hag's Prickly Pear, a budget friendly and fantastic Urchin bait. I hope you all enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to support the podcast in every way possible. Also, check out our podcast sponsor Slot Tech and use the code listed below for 10% off your entire order. Thank you all for listening, and tight lines.

    https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    10% Off Code: TylerTech10

    20 min
  5. 43: Best Fall Transition Baits, Super Easy Carp and Catfish Baits, and My Favorite Frogs

    Episode 43

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another great episode of the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode we discuss some fall transition baits, super easy catfish and carp bait recipes, and my three favorite brands of topwater frogs. I hope you all enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow the show, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends. Also, check out our show's sponsor Slot Tech, link below, and use code TylerTech10 for 10% off at checkout. Follow my instagrams at thetightlinespodcast and tylerplackefishing to stay up to date! Thank you and enjoy!

    https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    24 min
  6. 42: The Most UNDERRATED Color in Bass Fishing, Our New Show Sponsor, Summer Fishing Tips, and We Are FINALLY Back!

    Episode 42

    Show notes

    Welcome back everybody to the Tight Lines Podcast. We are finally back after a long time away, which I will get into during the episode. In this week's episode, we discuss our new sponsor to the podcast, Slot Tech. We also discuss my most underrated bait color and some summer fishing tips. I hope you all enjoy the episode, and please be sure to support the show through a like, follow, positive review, or sharing it with your friends. Also, be sure to follow the instagram pages tylerplackefishing and thetightlinespodcast.

    Slot Tech: https://c-2fishing.com/collections/slot-tech

    Code: TylerTech10

    27 min
  7. 41: 3 Pre-Spawn Bait to Catch HUGE Bass

    Episode 41

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast and welcome to spring bass fishing. In most of the United States we are getting into water temps that indicate pre-spawn. And pre-spawn is such a magical time of year. Big fish that want to get bigger before making little fish. So we are going to talk about 3, yes just 3, great baits to throw to catch your PB fish during pre spawn. We will talk brands, colors, techniques, combos, and so so much more. As always, I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow and drop us a positive review. Also, follow my Instagram and subscribe to my YouTube, both of which are tylerplackefishing. Thank you, and tight lines y'all.

    21 min
  8. 40: TEN Bass Pre-Spawn Topics Analyzed

    Episode 40

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode we will cover 10 topics in relation to the bass pre-spawn period. We talk water temps, bait selection, weather fronts, and so much more. I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow the podcast and give us a positive review. Also, check out my Instagram and YouTube which is tylerplackefishing. Thank you all for listening and tight lines yall.

    20 min
  9. 39: The Basics of Pike Fishing Gear -AND- I Review The Rod Locker

    Episode 39

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I am gearing up to go pike fishing for the first time in my life. So, we will discuss what gear I’m packing, including baits and combos, how I am preparing, and so much more. Also, there is a new tackle store dominating the scene right now and we are going to give an early review into their success. As always, I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to leave us a positive review and follow the show. Also check out my YouTube and Instagram, tylerplackefishing. Thank you for tuning in and tight lines yall.

    24 min
  10. 38: The Bait That CHANGED FISHING FOREVER - Reviewing the Z-Man Chatterbait

    Episode 38

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another episode of the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode we are going to be reviewing a bass fishing hall-of-fame lure. This lure is in everybody’s tackle box. So without wasting any more time, lets review the Original Z-Man Chatterbait. I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    24 min
  11. 37: Electronics vs Instinct - Chatterbaits vs Spinnerbaits - AND So Much More

    Episode 37

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another episode of the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week’s episode, we are doing another random-fishing topics episode. I have nothing prepared or written down besides the list of 25 topics. As each topics comes up, we will discuss my thoughts on that topic.I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    30 min
  12. 36: How To Find Small Batch Lure Companies + The Ugly Truth About Brand Deals

    Episode 36

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, we will be piggy backing off our previous episode where I reviewed my time at the Indiana fishing expo. This week, we will discuss why you should be buying small batch hand crafted american lures. We will discuss brands I buy, price differences, how to find brands, and so much more. Then, we will discuss a topic we have yet to hit on the show, brand sponsorships, and why they are a slippery slope. And, this will all be coming from personal experience. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    31 min
  13. 35: The Indiana Fishing Expo - My Thoughts and What I Bought!

    Episode 35

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I recently went to my first ever fishing expo, and it was long overdue. I spent my Sunday at the Indiana fishing expo in Danville, Indiana. In this episode we will discuss the cost of entry, my experience, what I bought, my thoughts on the expo, and if I will be back. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    31 min
  14. 34: The Zoom Super Fluke Flat-Out Catches Fish - My Honest Review

    Episode 34

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode we have another good old fashioned review. This time, we will be reviewing another lure. This lure is an oldie but also a goodie. It is a staple in my fishing arsenal. So, without further adieu, let’s dive in and review the Zoom Super Fluke. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you dp, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    19 min
  15. 33: How I Caught My FIRST Rainbow Trout

    Episode 33

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I have already accomplished a goal from my annual New Year’s goals list in episode 30. As you can guess by the title of the episode, I caught a new species, my first ever Rainbow Trout. We are going to discuss everything I did to prepare myself to catch a trout so you can hopefully be successful in the endeavor as well. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    14 min
  16. 32: A Blueprint On How I Re-Organized my Fishing Tackle

    Episode 32

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another fantastic episode of the tight lines podcast. Today, we are going to talk about tackle organization, and specifically how I spent 5-10 hours in the last 2 weeks completely re-organizing all of my tackle for both bass fishing and catfishing. We will discuss how I planned my reorganization, how I prepared, and how I actually did it. We will also then discuss how it has helped me so far and if I see any issues with how I re-organized. I hope you have enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    21 min
  17. 31: My Go-To Baitcasting Rod - Reviewing the Dobyn's Maverick MK734C

    Episode 31

    Show notes

    In this week’s episode we are going to be reviewing a rod I have been testing and using quite a bit recently. You all have heard me talk about them on the show, you’ve seen them on my YouTube, so you already know what’s coming. We are going to review the dobyn’s maverick MK734C baitcasting rod. We will talk specs, price, the reel I match with for combos, positives, negatives, and so much more. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    26 min
  18. 30: My Top 5 Fishing Moments From 2025 + 5 Goals for 2026

    Episode 30

    Show notes

    What is up and welcome back to the tight lines podcast and welcome to the end of our first year as a podcast. I decided that for this episode, and all my new years episodes moving forward I will be doing some sort of special episode. So, this year I am going to give you my top 5 favorite fishing memories from this year and also set 5 goals for myself for the upcoming 2026 fishing year. These goals can be anything related to my fishing, so I am super excited to work towards them and hopefully accomplish all of them. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    25 min
  19. 29: Christmas Giveaway Time!!!

    Episode 29

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. I just want to hop on for a very brief moment this week to wish you all a merry christmas. I hope you all have a great time with your families and friends doing whatever you do for christmas. This holiday season I am so very thankful for all of your support, so I want to announce a giveaway. I am going to tell you the information, the prize, then I will tell you how to enter. So, the giveaway begins today when this episode airs, on December 24, 2025 at 4:00am eastern standard time. The giveaway will end on New Years Eve December 31, 2025 at 7:00pm eastern standard time. To enter, you must be following my instagram (tylerplackefishing), be subscribed to my YouTube (tylerplackefishing) and send proof of both. With proof, also send me your favorite fishing memory of all time. The singular winner that I pick of the giveaway will be announced on Thursday, January 1 2026 via my instagram and will receive a small fishing starter box. This will include a tackle box, baits, hooks, and weights to help you start out fishing. You MUST be 18 years or older to enter this giveaway, and I will require proof to win. I will mail the prize to your door and you must reside within the lower 48 states of the USA.

    6 min
  20. 28: Top 3 Winter Bass Fishing Colors + Tricks to Keep Warm

    Episode 28

    Show notes

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. Winter is upon us, at least here across the midwest. While some of you may be in a tree stand or sitting around a fireplace, others of us are still out on the water trying our hardest and freezing our butts off to catch a fish or two. So, today we are going to talk about our top 3 colors for winter bass fishing and our best tips for keeping warm while fishing in the winter. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

    14 min