The Muskie Hunks Podcast

E106 - Show Season Spotlight - Chaos Tackle with Trevor Allen and Justin Regan

In this episode we talk with our Wisconsin boys Trevor Allen and Justin Regan from Chaos Tackle. We get a little background on Trevor and Justin and hear about how they got started fishing and how they got hooked up with Chaos. We talk about Chaos and the endless products that they provide to customers, hear stories from their grueling show season travel and more. This was such a fun showcase and very informative for those of you trying to get into the sport of Musky Fishing. Chaos is truly a one stop shop and they really provide high end rods, nets, baits terminal tackle and more to you as an angler at a very cost effective price. Trevor and Justin are awesome sticks and a great representation of what Chaos is all about! Check this one out! Yinz guys will love it! 

E105 - A Funky Hunky Chunky Muskie Max Recap

In this episode, we recap the 2024 Western Pennsylvania Muskie Max. The prodigal son Tommy "Two Crocs" Vanatta returns to talk about his first experience as a vendor at Muskie Max under the Saddle Tramp Banner. We are all sure he will never forget it.  We talk through the setup, first day live on Saturday and Sunday and recap favorite stories from the weekend. We eventually cover our muskie max gear hauls which results in spending PTSD. At the very end of this episode, Owen pulls the raffle winner of the Big Rich Muskie painting. We got MAXXED!

E104 - Muskie Max Spotlight - B&N Custom Lures - Nick and Bob Cox

In this pre Muskie Max vendor spotlight, we highlight the father son duo of Nick and Bob Cox and B&N Custom Lures. We discuss what B&N is bringing to this weekend's Muskie Max and get an update from the boys on recent trips. We end the discussion talking about what's going to be in all of our bags. Happy Muskie Max week! We will see yinz at the MAX! 

E103 - Muskie Max Spotlight - 2 Guests 1 Podcast - Latkovic Lures and Keystone King Musky Lures

The Hunks are joined this week by 2 friends of the pod and return guests, Jake Latkovic of Latkovic Lures and Mark King of Keystone King Musky Lures. Both will be at Muskie Max showing theirs wares, this weekend at Washington Crowne Center in Washington Pa. Tune in to hear what each has planned to bring for the show so you can budget accordingly! Of course there are many side-tracks and laughs throughout, let’s get ready for Muskie Max Week!!!

E102 - Running Red Lights with Gregg Thomas

In this episode we catch up with owner and operator of Battle The Beast Guide Service and Musky Hunter , Gregg Thomas. Gregg comes on to kill some time while he drives home from the Milwaukee Musky Expo and talks recent musky fishing conditions, show season, cool new baits for the year, fishing tips for early spring, updates to Musky Hunter media as well as highlighting his collection of random gas station bathroom stall art cell phone pictures.  We are all pumped to see Gregg next week at THE Muskie Max in Worshington. Its always a pleasure catching up with Gregg and talking musky fishing! Check this one if your into eating hot dogs like a corn cobb and laughing until you cant breath. 

E101 - 2024 Muskie Max Pep Rally with Shawn Leopardi

In this episode  owner of Core 3 Group, host of the Boss Juice Podcast and one of the OG Fathers of the Muskie Max, Shawn Leopardi comes on to discuss the upcoming Muskie Max. Muskie MAX is Western PA's Superbowl of Musky Fishing, its one of the top shows in the country.  Shawn answers questions regarding the new venue, gives us a sneak peak at what to expect for this years show and gets us pumped up for Smokin' Dave's BBQ!!! There have been allot of questions regarding this years Muskie Max and Shawn as always has a plan and is able to adjust on the fly to bring us BIGGER AND BETTER MAX 2024! Check this episode out, and get ready to GET MAXXED!

https://www.muskiemax.com/

https://www.smokindavesbarbq.com/

https://www.core3group.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boss-juice-podcast/id1669114003

 

 

E100 - A Very Hunky New York Musky Expo Recap

In this episode, we recap the New York Musky Expo and the recent Three Rivers Chapter 16 Muskies Inc Lure Swap. 

E99.5 - A Very Hunky New York Musky Expo Wishlist

In this episode we discuss our approach for purchasing gear at the upcoming New York Musky Expo this weekend. All of us talk about our gear wish list and want baits we want to target. When dad goes to bed, we discuss budgeting approaches and how we all fail miserably to stay on financial track. We are looking forward to this 2024 New York Musky Expo and cant wait to see all yinz at the show! 

E99 - Zach and Katia's Excellent 2024 New York Musky Expo Adventure

The Hunks are pleased to welcome none other than Katia Rivers and Zach Baker, both return guests and great friends of the pod, to talk all things New York Musky Expo! Get all the info you need as we talk show setup, updated vendor lists and speaker lineups, Lure Swap and Karaoke Saturday night, games and activities for kids and families and more! Also here what Zach has planned from his Baker Lures booth, his new Glow baits, the Big Boy Bubble Baits he’s been working on, $25 firetiger Sunday deal and even a special new color he did for the Hunks! It’s all here and it will all be available to you next weekend February 3 & 4 at Chautauqua Inn & Suites in Mayville, NY! Come Experience The NY Musky Expo

E98 - New York Musky Expo Spotlight - Adam Mueller and TopLine Baits

Ahead of the upcoming NY Musky Expo, the Hunks are joined by return guest and friend of the pod, Adam Mueller from Topline Baits. This episode focuses on Adam’s baits, which if you’ve listened to much of the Hunks you’ll know that they’re already fans of Adam’s work, so get a deep-dive into what he has new coming and what people can expect from his booth at the Expo! You’ll want to put some Toplines on your Wishlist after this one, check it out!

E97 - Life on the Musky Highway with Mike and Amy Keyes

Settle in for an amazing conversation between the hunks and none other than the First Family of Muskie Fishing, father/daughter duo Mike and Amy Keyes from Keyes Outdoors and KOTV. Hear all about how Mike got his start in the hunting industry and how that led him, organically, into the world of musky fishing. Hear about his career, how things used to be done back in the day as far as filming, editing and producing musky tv shows, and how his work has evolved into what it is today and the new arrangement for KOTV on ROKU streaming devices. Hear about his daughter Amy who followed in dad’s footsteps by getting involved with dad’s business, taking over on the creative side of things, editing and marketing, which led her to her current position as editor of Muskies Inc. and designer for the magazine and calendar! This episode is full of stories, insight and laughs, give it a listen and let us know what you think!

http://www.keyesoutdoors.com/

https://kotvchannel.com/video-on-demand/

 

E96 - A Wild and Wonderful Discussion with Chase Gibson

The Hunks have a full house on board for return guest Chase Gibson, who gives us a little life update and on his multiple business ventures (Muskie Bumper, 10k Casts with Musky Mayhem, Gibson Guide Services, etc) and then the talk turns to electronics, hot water release studies and the questionable results of the same, differences between fishing south (West Virginia, Ohio) and north (Minnesota) as it pertains to trying to pattern fish and learn new bodies of water. Lots of good personal insight from a young guy who spends all of his time in the business and someone who will be a staple in the Muskie world for years to come. Give it a listen!

E95 - Trolling 15mph for 3 Hours with Greg Jones and Lila Lures

Lila lures!!! Get comfortable and listen to the Hunks as they are joined by a very special guest from North of the Border, Greg Jones of Lila Lures! Time flies when you’re having fun, and 3 hours went by in a flash as Greg gives the details of how he got started fishing, muskie fishing the Kawarthas and Georgian Bay, trolling 15 mph, making baits and you get a real good feel for what he will have to offer at his booth at the NY Musky Expo in February! Greg makes some of the prettiest baits in the business, and also some of the BIGGEST crankbaits you can buy! Add Lila Lures as a “Must Stop” booth in NY, you won’t be disappointed!

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/lilalures/

Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/3077346525818687

 

E94 - THE Secret Hunk Lure Exchange - Merry Navidad and a Happy New Year!

Join the Hunks as they begin what will hopefully become a tradition…the Secret Hunk. Instead of secret Santa, which Scrooge er… Ryan Read hates, the gang decides to do a lure swap of sorts. Listen in as the guys open their gifts, try to guess who they’re from, and a little about why the Hunk that sent it, sent it! Feliz Christmas everyone, Merry Navidad and a Happy New Year!

E93 - THE Poorly Made Musky Podcast About Poorly Made Musky Memes

In this weeks episodes we sit down with (Redacted) to discuss a little bit of (Redacted) while going over the current (Redacted). We have some hearty laughs with (Redacted) while (Redacted) fills us in on (Redacted). This was allot of fun and we plan to have (Redacted) on again soon!

https://www.instagram.com/poorlymademuskymemes/

 

E92 - A Half Mexican Correspondent, Muskies Inc. Updates, Big Pikes, Secret Hunks and Upcoming Events

This week the hunks are joined by their half-Mexican/half-Hunk West Coast correspondent, Ryan Elizondo, to talk all things, muskies Inc. as well as an in-depth conversation regarding a listener question; how to prepare for a trophy pike trip in Canada as juxtaposed with Muskie fishing and Musky gear. There are lots of good takes, with the guys falling all over the spectrum from heavy spinning set ups to mid range Muskie set ups. Baits are a hot topic as well, give it a listen and let us know your take!

E91 - Bucking the Trend with Bucko’s Branded Baits

This week the Hunks are joined by a very, very special guest Bucko Muro, owner of Bucko's Branded Baits. We get a deep dive into Bucko's background, how he got started both fishing and making baits. The guys talk fishing, destination waters, guiding, lure building and more. Bucko gives us the lowdown on his bait lineup, as well as what folks can expect to see at the New York Musky Expo. Give it a listen and give Bucko a follow!

E90 - Tales of Tornados, Musky Lure Stealing Raccoons & 54 Inch Muskies Named Patricia with Josh and Amanda Monge

In episode 90, we welcome on Josh and Amanda Monge, a muskie fishing duet from Renshaw Minnesota. In this episode we learn more about how Josh and Amanda got into muskie fishing together as a couple, their trials and tribulations as new muskie anglers, lots of fishing stories and how they have grown as fisherman. The Monge's tell us all about fishing in tornado's , battling Muskie lure stealing raccoons and catching a 54 inch muskie named Patricia. We also get to hear about Amanda's experience sexing sturgeon while Josh gives us a great boat snack of choice. This was a fun discussion with an awesome couple who truly loves these fish.  Check out the Monge's on social media and follow their Muskie Fishing Journey. 

E89 - BAM BAM Muskies with Brady Martz

This week the Hunks are joined by a very, very special guest Brady Martz, owner of Bam Bam Bait Co. and accomplished local angler! We get a deep dive into Brady’s background, how he got started both fishing and making baits. The guys talk fishing, hunting, but no football, definitely no football. Brady gives us the lowdown on his bait, as well as what folks can expect to see at both the NY Musky Expo and Muskie Max, where Brady will have booths. Give it a listen and give Brady a follow!

E88 - Tournament Talk, Recent Fish Stories, ”Blackstone’d” Sausages, Legendary Folding Tables and a Broken Musky Curse

After another two week hiatus, the hunks are back to discuss fishing in the MI Chapter 69 BIG Baller tournament, the MI Three Rivers Chapter 16 Lake Arthur tournament, Donnie's Lil Muskies Jacket and his recent iPhone sacrifice to Pymie Muskies , Nate's chaotic recent excursion with Net Boy, and a wide variety of tangents and laughs all the way through. Nick still has not been fishing in case you were wondering.