Back Lash Musky Fishing Podcast

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388 - Michael Hanson - Falling Temps & Big Fish Oct 14, 2026

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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.

387 - DJ Chupita - Northwoods Musky Talk Oct 07, 2026

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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.

386 - Rich Reinert - Crankbaits, Suicks & Top Lure Picks Sep 30, 2026

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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.

385 - Taylor Flannery - Topwater Frenzy & Fall Musky Fishing Sep 23, 2026

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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.

384 - Chase Gibson - Husky Medussas, Bucktails, and Gear Secrets Sep 16, 2026

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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.

383 - Chris Willen - Bottle Rocket, Bucktails & Big Baits Sep 09, 2026

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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.

382 - Ty Sennett - Practical Musky Tips and Iowa Musky Madness Sep 02, 2026

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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.

381 - Jeff Hanson - Late Summer Tactics, Spoons, Stocking & Tournament Responsibility Aug 26, 2026

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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.

380 - John Bette - Remembering Hans Mann — Mid-Season Musky Game Plan Aug 19, 2026

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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.

379 - Steve Genson - Fast Rubber, Big Fish & Moon Tips Aug 12, 2026

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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.

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