Better Fishing with 2 Bald Biologists

Latest Episodes:

Facebook Live Fishing Podcast Q & A with the Two Bald Biologists Sep 15, 2023

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In case you missed the live show, tune into our first Facebook Live fishing podcast where Corey and Ben answered NC anglers most pressing questions.

Fish Production: Backbone of the Inland Fisheries Division Jul 12, 2023

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Ben and Corey are joined by David Deaton, Fish Production Supervisor for the Inland Fisheries Division, to discuss the importance of fish production for not only fish we like to catch and eat, but for animals that are important to the biodiversity of our great state.

Lake Wylie Catfish and the Curse of the Banana Moonpie Jun 14, 2023

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Corey and Ben go fishing and talk with Dieter Melhorn about techniques for fishing for reservoir catfish on Lake Wylie. The guys discuss why catfishing is increasing in popularity in North Carolina and why you should never eat anything banana while on a boat!

REDCREST Special Edition #2 May 11, 2023

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Corey and Ben are back at REDCREST 2023 talking with anglers Wesley Strader, Andy Montgomery, and the one and only Kevin Van Dam about the sport of bass fishing and the importance of fisheries conservation.

REDCREST Special Edition #1 May 11, 2023

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Ben and Corey are at REDCREST 2023 talking with Major League Fishing founder Gary Klein and anglers Britt Myers and Marty Robinson about the sport of bass fishing and the importance of fisheries conservation.

Jordan Lake: Largemouth Bass With the Bass Fishing Biologist May 10, 2023

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Corey and Ben welcome Seth Mycko the District 5 Fisheries Biologist to discuss why there are big Largemouth Bass in Jordan Lake.

Roanoke River Striped Bass: River Rats and Hairy Worms Apr 13, 2023

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Ben and Corey welcome Bob Branch, a native of Weldon, North Carolina, who grew up fishing on the Roanoke River. They discuss the history and all things Striped Bass fishing along the Roanoke River.

River Herring Past, Present, and Future! Mar 08, 2023

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Ben and Corey speak with Christopher Smith, District 1 Fisheries Biologist, to discuss the rise and all of what was once a great fishery. They talk about both the biological and cultural importance of river herring to Eastern North Carolina rivers. What was once abundant has disappeared: Listen to find out what happened, where we are now and where we hope to be in the future.

Muskellunge on the French Broad River: The Curse of the White Squirrel Feb 08, 2023

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Join Corey and Ben as they discuss the highs and lows of fishing for Muskie on the French Broad River. They discuss Muskie biology and fishing techniques with Tim Boyer, president of the Western NC Muskie Club and Scott Loftis, NCWRC Warmwater Fisheries Research Coordinator for the Mountain Region.

Hybrid Striped Bass the Fish With Many Names Jan 11, 2023

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Hybrid Striped Bass are found in many of North Carolina’s piedmont lakes where habitat is not suitable for Striped Bass. They offer excellent angling action and table fare. NCWRC’s Piedmont Region Fisheries Research Coordinator Kelsey Roberts joins us to talk about Hybrid Striped Bass and some of the current research that has been conducted on Lake Norman