Science of the Strike

Episode 27 is a deep dive on aquatic vegetation — specifically, grass — and why it might be the single most underappreciated variable in a bass fishery. We walk through the main players anglers actual...

Episode 26 closes out year one. Twenty-five episodes in the books, and rather than let the milestone pass with a montage and a thank-you, we did what the show is supposed to do: we went back through e...

Episode 25 continues our Prey Mini-Series with a deep look at blueback herring, which are arguably the single most disruptive baitfish in modern American bass fishing. We get into what bluebacks actua...

If you only listen to one episode of this show, we'd ask you to make it this one. Episode 24 is all about fish care when angling for largemouth bass. Fish care doesn't get the airtime that lur...

Episode 23 keeps the Experience vs. Science miniseries rolling, this time with the founder of Big Bass Dreams and a guy who's spent more time analyzing largemouth bass than most people will spend ...

In the conclusion of our deep dive into the spawn, Episode 22 moves from the largemouth bass's internal biology to its external action. We explore the dramatic behavioral shift that occurs when a ...

In Episode 21, we kick off a two-part deep dive into the most critical period of a bass's life: The Spawn. While most anglers focus on finding beds, Episode 21 focuses on the incredible internal t...

In Episode 20, we’re breaking down one of the most powerful and often frustrating variables in fishing: the wind. While most anglers see wind as a nuisance for boat control, the science reveals it is ...

Continuing our mini-series on prey, Episode 19 leaps into the high-protein world of the frog. While every angler loves a topwater explosion, there is a complex biological reason why a largemouth bass ...

In Episode 18, we sit down with Bassmaster Classic Champion and Major League Fishing star Ott DeFoe to dissect how his world-class instincts align with the latest in bass biology. Known for his analyt...

In Episode 17, we explore the dynamic anatomy, physiology, and biology behind a largemouth bass's metabolism. It turns out that a significant number of misconceptions in the angling community stem...

Are the bass getting smarter, or are we literally breeding them to be harder to catch? In Episode 16, we dive into a groundbreaking and controversial discovery: Fisheries-Induced Evolution.Science rev...

Have you ever wondered if largemouth bass have a "home" in a given lake? In Episode 15, we break down the science behind the hidden world of largemouth bass homing mechanisms and social comm...

It's time to connect our classroom-style lessons to real-world results. Joining us in Episode 14 is seasoned Major League Fishing pro, Brian Latimer, an angler known for his analytical approach an...

Crappie are a primary target for many anglers, but for a trophy largemouth bass, they represent something entirely different: a high-calorie, high-value meal. In Episode 13, we dissect the hidden pred...

Have you ever felt a "tick" on your line and wondered what's happening on the other end? In Episode 12, we're pulling back the curtain on the most exciting part of bass fishing: the ...

When we discuss bass fishing, water is our universe, and understanding its fundamental forces is essential for success. In Episode 11, we're exploring the often-overlooked yet crucial roles of wat...

In Episode 10, we're bridging the gap between the lab and the lake. We’re joined by one of the hottest young pros on the Major League Fishing tournament trail, Drew Gill, to discuss how his on-the...

Continuing our mini-series on largemouth bass prey, Episode 9 spotlights the humble yet vital bluegill. More than just a panfish, these sunfish are a cornerstone of nearly every freshwater ecosystems ...

Largemouth bass anglers spend the majority of their time trying to answer one critical question: where are the fish. In doing so, we consider a myriad of variables like water temperature, prey availab...

For too long, the common narrative has dismissed fish as creatures of simple instinct. Episode 7, we confront these long-held misconceptions. Recent breakthroughs in brain research and meticulously de...

Continuing our mini-series on bass prey, Episode 6 spotlights the ubiquitous gizzard and threadfin shad. These prolific baitfish undeniably shape largemouth bass behavior and distribution. We'll b...

In Episode 5, we uncover the reality behind what largemouth bass can actual hear and feel using their lateral line. So frequently, we hear professionals talk about lures or techniques that implicate a...

As anglers, we spend the vast majority of our time trying to understand bass behavior, but often neglect to understand the prey that makes up a bass's diet. Starting with crawfish, episode four ki...

In episode 3, we go over how and why you should be considering both the barometric pressure and moon phase before hitting the water. While the science may be debated, there are clear correlations that...

In this episode, we discuss the role of scent in our tackle box. As with color, there are critical misconceptions promoted in the industry which are clearly negated by science. Listen in to learn what...

In our first episode, we dive into the science behind a largemouth's vision. After having analyzed a number of scientific studies, we uncover the reality of what bass can actually see. We discuss colo...