Ugly Pike Podcast
by Ugly Pike Sessions with Frank and Wally - Muskie Fishing Addicts
We discuss all things related to the lifestyle of hunting the apex predator - The Muskellunge! We talk to enthusiasts, guides, bait makers, lodge owners, and much more in order to gather and disperse knowledge to muskie hunters everywhere!
Episodes (22)
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Episode 22 - Hans the Carver
Episode 22 - Hans the Carver
Published: 16 Mar 2018 Duration: 46:33Avid Angler and Master Carver Hans Mann pops into studio to talk about his methods both in the carving shop and on the water going after giants.Avid Angler and Master Carver Hans Mann pops into studio to talk about his methods both in the carving shop and on the water going after giants.
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Episode 21 - Owner of Ottawa River Musky Factory, John Anderson
Episode 21 - Owner of Ottawa River Musky Factory, John Anderson
Published: 1 Mar 2018 Duration: 44:03Ottawa River Musky Factory Owner and guide of over 4 decades John Anderson calls in to talk about fish migratory patterns, habitat, and how to locate and hook those BIG muskies!Ottawa River Musky Factory Owner and guide of over 4 decades John Anderson calls in to talk about fish migratory patterns, habitat, and how to locate and hook those BIG muskies!
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Episode 20 - Year in Review 2017
Episode 20 - Year in Review 2017
Published: 9 Feb 2018 Duration: 01:03:43Discussion on the lessons learned from each Ugly Pike Podcast guest from 2017. Frank and Chris talk about each episode and pull all of the important nuggets of wisdom out. They also discuss how their 2017 Season went and what is on tap fo... Read more →Discussion on the lessons learned from each Ugly Pike Podcast guest from 2017. Frank and Chris talk about each episode and pull all of the important nuggets of wisdom out. They also discuss how their 2017 Season went and what is on tap fo... Read more →
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Episode 19 - Guide and Muskie Photographer Gregg Thomas
Episode 19 - Guide and Muskie Photographer Gregg Thomas
Published: 29 Dec 2017 Duration: 56:45What do you get when you have one guy in Canada, one in the US, and the other in Saudi Arabia? A cool discussion on catching muskie and taking that perfect muskie picture!What do you get when you have one guy in Canada, one in the US, and the other in Saudi Arabia? A cool discussion on catching muskie and taking that perfect muskie picture!
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Episode 18 - Steve Herbeck, Legendary Eagle Lake Muskie Guide
Episode 18 - Steve Herbeck, Legendary Eagle Lake Muskie Guide
Published: 6 Dec 2017 Duration: 01:01:2260 inch, 60 lbs fish?? Naaaahhh. Well Steve Herbeck has seen them. Steve runs an absolute master class on muskie fishing in this episode. He tells stories and gives tips on how to locate and land the giants of all giants!!!60 inch, 60 lbs fish?? Naaaahhh. Well Steve Herbeck has seen them. Steve runs an absolute master class on muskie fishing in this episode. He tells stories and gives tips on how to locate and land the giants of all giants!!!
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Episode 17 - Muskie Angler and Brand Ambassador Alex Boutin
Episode 17 - Muskie Angler and Brand Ambassador Alex Boutin
Published: 13 Nov 2017 Duration: 01:11:01Alex Boutin calls into the show and runs the gamut on everything muskie including how to fish with your 2 year old! We also talk about important issues like taking proper measurements and much more!Alex Boutin calls into the show and runs the gamut on everything muskie including how to fish with your 2 year old! We also talk about important issues like taking proper measurements and much more!
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Episode 16 - Swapping Fish Stories with Enthusiasts Jerry and Ryan Dullea
Episode 16 - Swapping Fish Stories with Enthusiasts Jerry and Ryan Dullea
Published: 26 Oct 2017 Duration: 55:38This episode is a bit of a departure from our usual format. We bumped into two really interesting guys while in the Lodge at Eagle Lake, so we decided to turn on the microphones and shoot the breeze, swapping fish stories. Enjoy!This episode is a bit of a departure from our usual format. We bumped into two really interesting guys while in the Lodge at Eagle Lake, so we decided to turn on the microphones and shoot the breeze, swapping fish stories. Enjoy!
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Episode 15 - Andy Myers Lodge Owner Julian Kalka
Episode 15 - Andy Myers Lodge Owner Julian Kalka
Published: 11 Oct 2017 Duration: 47:52Julian Kalka, owner of Andy Myers Lodge on Eagle Lake calls in to talk about what you need to know while considering or planning that muskie fishing trip of a lifetime!Julian Kalka, owner of Andy Myers Lodge on Eagle Lake calls in to talk about what you need to know while considering or planning that muskie fishing trip of a lifetime!
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Episode 14 - Lac Seul Muskie Guide Ben Beattie
Episode 14 - Lac Seul Muskie Guide Ben Beattie
Published: 25 Sep 2017 Duration: 48:04Ben Beattie repeatedly lands not only huge, but very beautiful fish out of Lac Seul. Ben is not only the Manager of Winoga Lodge but he is also a freelance writer for several outdoor publications including Ontario Out of Doors Magazine. B... Read more →Ben Beattie repeatedly lands not only huge, but very beautiful fish out of Lac Seul. Ben is not only the Manager of Winoga Lodge but he is also a freelance writer for several outdoor publications including Ontario Out of Doors Magazine. B... Read more →
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Episode 13 - Red October Baits
Episode 13 - Red October Baits
Published: 8 Sep 2017 Duration: 47:34In this episode we travel to the Red October Baits workshop near Buffalo, NY to deliver an on location interview with company owner Marc Arena. We are big fans of this bait and wanted to see the method behind their magic. It was an excell... Read more →In this episode we travel to the Red October Baits workshop near Buffalo, NY to deliver an on location interview with company owner Marc Arena. We are big fans of this bait and wanted to see the method behind their magic. It was an excell... Read more →
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Episode 12 - Deputy Fire Chief Dave Shelton Talks About Safety
Episode 12 - Deputy Fire Chief Dave Shelton Talks About Safety
Published: 24 Aug 2017 Duration: 53:17Deputy Fire Chief Dave Shelton comes into studio to talk about what to do when fishing should unfortunate health incidents occur. In this episode we talk about what muskie fishermen should do in situations ranging from embedded fish hooks,... Read more →Deputy Fire Chief Dave Shelton comes into studio to talk about what to do when fishing should unfortunate health incidents occur. In this episode we talk about what muskie fishermen should do in situations ranging from embedded fish hooks,... Read more →
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Episode 11 - Kristine Fischer on Muskie Kayak Fishing
Episode 11 - Kristine Fischer on Muskie Kayak Fishing
Published: 11 Aug 2017 Duration: 44:01In this episode we speak with US based angler Kristine Fischer. Kristine is an avid angler and she describes her methods and experiences going fishing for muskie in a kayak. Muskellunge angling takes on a whole different context and requi... Read more →In this episode we speak with US based angler Kristine Fischer. Kristine is an avid angler and she describes her methods and experiences going fishing for muskie in a kayak. Muskellunge angling takes on a whole different context and requi... Read more →
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Episode 10 - Dave Sullivan from Urban Fly Co
Episode 10 - Dave Sullivan from Urban Fly Co
Published: 26 Jul 2017 Duration: 44:10Dave Sullivan from Urban Fly Company calls into studio to discuss methods and strategies for catching muskellunge while fly fishing. Dave is an active fly fisherman and fly fishing bait maker based out of Ottawa.Dave Sullivan from Urban Fly Company calls into studio to discuss methods and strategies for catching muskellunge while fly fishing. Dave is an active fly fisherman and fly fishing bait maker based out of Ottawa.
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Episode 9 - Jon Bondy of Bondy Baits
Episode 9 - Jon Bondy of Bondy Baits
Published: 12 Jul 2017 Duration: 11:48Jon Bondy stops by to chat at the recent Muskie Odyssey. On the discussion is muskie fishing and how to best use his muskie fishing baits for maximum results on the water. Jon's booth was slammed so we only had a few moments with him. We... Read more →Jon Bondy stops by to chat at the recent Muskie Odyssey. On the discussion is muskie fishing and how to best use his muskie fishing baits for maximum results on the water. Jon's booth was slammed so we only had a few moments with him. We... Read more →
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Episode 8 - Slobland Flicks Crew
Episode 8 - Slobland Flicks Crew
Published: 12 Jul 2017 Duration: 41:31Live from the Muskie Odyssey, we got to spend some time with the Slobland Flicks crew. Guide Pete Stefanac stops by first to talk muskies on the French River, and then the entire crew joins us for a spirited talk on muskies and media. Mus... Read more →Live from the Muskie Odyssey, we got to spend some time with the Slobland Flicks crew. Guide Pete Stefanac stops by first to talk muskies on the French River, and then the entire crew joins us for a spirited talk on muskies and media. Mus... Read more →
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Episode 7 - Italo Labignan, Canadian Sportfishing
Episode 7 - Italo Labignan, Canadian Sportfishing
Published: 29 Jun 2017 Duration: 58:02In this episode, Canadian Sportfishing legend Italo Labignan comes in studio to share his prodigious knowledge of muskie fishing along with some amazing insights into a 40 year professional sport fishing career.In this episode, Canadian Sportfishing legend Italo Labignan comes in studio to share his prodigious knowledge of muskie fishing along with some amazing insights into a 40 year professional sport fishing career.
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Episode 6 - Sam Ecker, Professional Muskie Guide and Figure Ate TV Owner
Episode 6 - Sam Ecker, Professional Muskie Guide and Figure Ate TV Owner
Published: 21 Jun 2017 Duration: 01:00:46Sam Ecker comes into studio to share knowledge from his time guiding in the Kawartha Lakes. We also discuss Sam's latest venture - Figure Ate TV, a muskie multimedia program that offers useful tips on how to track down these elusive beasts... Read more →Sam Ecker comes into studio to share knowledge from his time guiding in the Kawartha Lakes. We also discuss Sam's latest venture - Figure Ate TV, a muskie multimedia program that offers useful tips on how to track down these elusive beasts... Read more →
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Episode 5 - Mike Parker from Handlebarz Lures
Episode 5 - Mike Parker from Handlebarz Lures
Published: 13 Jun 2017 Duration: 46:17In this episode, Mike Parker from Handlebarz lures talks to us about what makes a good muskie lure. We discuss the roots of this very popular muskie bait as well as what Mike thinks are the contributing factors as to why Handlebarz lures a... Read more →In this episode, Mike Parker from Handlebarz lures talks to us about what makes a good muskie lure. We discuss the roots of this very popular muskie bait as well as what Mike thinks are the contributing factors as to why Handlebarz lures a... Read more →
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Episode 4 - Muskie enthusiast Pete Mitges in studio to talk about community
Episode 4 - Muskie enthusiast Pete Mitges in studio to talk about community
Published: 6 Jun 2017 Duration: 01:19:34In this episode, Muskies Canada member and fishing maniac Pete Mitges is in studio to talk about the value of networking to share knowledge about the best tactics to net and boat muskellunge. Solid communities help anglers and the muskie co... Read more →In this episode, Muskies Canada member and fishing maniac Pete Mitges is in studio to talk about the value of networking to share knowledge about the best tactics to net and boat muskellunge. Solid communities help anglers and the muskie co... Read more →
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Episode 3 - Muskie Odyssey 2017 Vendor Interviews Pt 2
Episode 3 - Muskie Odyssey 2017 Vendor Interviews Pt 2
Published: 31 May 2017 Duration: 43:21Part two in our series from the 2017 Muskie Odyssey Conference - the largest muskellunge fishing conference in Canada. This event happens every 2 years and is the largest collectivity of muskie fishing knowledge and equipment in Canada. A... Read more →Part two in our series from the 2017 Muskie Odyssey Conference - the largest muskellunge fishing conference in Canada. This event happens every 2 years and is the largest collectivity of muskie fishing knowledge and equipment in Canada. A... Read more →