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Scales N Tales

Scales N Tales Podcast isn’t just about swimbaits anymore—it’s about bass fishing in all its forms. From power fishing to finesse, weekend bank missions to big-stage tournaments, we dive into every corner of the sport. What hasn’t changed is our focus on telling real stories from the people who live it—builders, anglers, creators, and everyone pushing bass culture forward. Beyond the mic, Scales N Tales Media is dedicated to giving bass fishing the coverage it deserves across every medium:

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02:07:07

Episode 187 Hatch Match Baits

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2025/06/02

What happens when you get two Northern Michigan guys together—one who takes smallmouth fishing seriously, and the other who’s combined his knowledge of smallmouth forage and engineering to create the first line-through bait based on the delicious goby? JP is an awesome guy who saw a hole in the market and wanted to cater to his fellow northern anglers, creating the Godzilla Goby. In a short amount of time, this bait has been stacking up big bags for guys all across the Great Lakes region. This

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01:38:57

Episode 186 Everett Jones

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2025/05/12

Fresh off a double-digit high, Everett joins us for episode 186. We break down his introduction to swimbait fishing and talk about how the bass culture in Alabama still hasn’t fully embraced the swimbait game. While others may be falling behind the curve, Everett has picked up the slack and run with it—getting dialed in with the full size Shat and the Defiant Baby Bird Crawler. We also touch on his watercraft and how quickly he’s become comfortable and confident running it.Everetts social's:IG:

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01:29:48

Episode 185 Swimbaits All Day

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2025/05/05

The man behind Swimbaits All Day (SBA), Seb, joins me for an episode to talk about his introduction to swimbaits and, of course, the story behind starting his clothing company. Sebastian explains the hardships of launching the brand and what it’s been like to grow from zero followers to where they are now. He made a few bait sacrifices to kick-start the company’s funding, and I think the return he’s seen is obviously worth it. By the time you're listening to this, SBA will have officially been

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02:33:07

Episode 184 Swimbait Jeff

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2025/04/28

Jeff joins us from New York to talk about some serious trophy hunting. Arguably one of the most dedicated guys doing it in the state, we discuss his previous years of success and what he'd like to accomplish in 2025. Since recording, he has caught a handful of big fish, and it sounds like it has been the result of a few of the things he breaks down for us in this episode.Jeffs social's:IG: swimbaitjeff—Show Sponsor Links—Lake Baccarac Lodge - Don’t miss your shot at the bass of a lifetime

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01:53:28

Episode 183 Geoffrey The King

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2025/04/21

Geoffrey might just be the most subscribed big bait YouTuber out there. With what feels like a trillion trips to Japan—and another one happening as you're listening—he joins us to talk about his recent experience at Keep Cast, the massive (and mostly bass-focused) fishing expo in Japan.Geoff breaks down how the event operates, from the sheer scale of it to the uniquely fair way Japanese culture handles limited bait releases—giving everyone, no matter who you are, a real shot at scoring something

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01:32:44

Episode 182 Kevin Rogers

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2025/04/14

Kevin Rogers from the NPFL joined us to talk all things swimbaits. He’s got a wall of baits that would put most of us to shame. We dove into how he incorporates big baits into his tournament game—and how they’ve started to overly dictate his approach. I asked him about his process for practicing ahead of events and how throwing big baits helps him locate fish on any lake in the country. He also shared some insight on the outlawing of forward-facing sonar (FFS) in the NPFL and how that move seems to

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01:32:10

Episode 181 Chase Bryant

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2025/04/07

By now, it’s no surprise that a lot of well-known people are into fishing, and it seems like more and more are starting to find their way into the swimbait world. Chase is no exception—he grew up fishing and is now fully immersed in the swimbait scene. He shares a few stories from his time on tour and how he now focuses on family and swimbait fishing when he’s home. One story centers around a particular fish he’s on a mission to catch. He hooked her once but, unfortunately, lost her before he could

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01:23:29

Episode 180 The Homeless Fisherman

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2025/03/31

Marsh has been in Japan for almost a month since recording this show, but you know he had to jump on before leaving. We recap his October trip to Japan, what he’s been up to since last July, and everything he planned and prepped for this latest visit. We also touch on a few Japanese traditions that some in the U.S. might find unusual. But as a visitor, it’s all about respecting the culture and showing appreciation for friends who welcome you into their world.Marshall’s socials:IG:

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01:37:37

Episode 179 Hunter Hernandez

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2025/03/24

Getting to speak with someone who shares my love and passion for bowfin (dogfish) is always a pleasant surprise. Hunter joins me on this episode as we discuss his introduction to bass fishing, his quick entry into swimbait fishing, and how he’s found success with it while also learning more about the waters he fishes. On top of that, we dive into his history of competing in the tournament bass scene.He shares a few personal stories that really highlight why he’s fallen in love with fishing and what

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01:15:50

Episode 178 Anthony with 954 Outdoors

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2025/03/17

It seems like the next big thing in the swimbait scene is starting to hatch. Snook fishing—and saltwater or brackish water swimbait fishing in general—has been taking off over the past 3-4 years. Anthony has been a part of this movement since almost the beginning, and he hasn’t let up since, helping to mainstream the snook swimbait fishing scene in Florida.From spillway fishing to canal fishing and even flats fishing, he shares his insights with us. Snook has quickly jumped to the top of my list of

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01:24:43

Episode 177 Mike Miller

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2025/03/10

For the first time in what feels like forever, we have a Washington State angler on the show! Mike joins us to talk about his entry into the swimbait scene and how he isn’t afraid to fall back on conventional tactics when the situation calls for it. He also shares the story of his crazy experience last season, landing a handful of truly memorable fish—all within a very short time window.Mike's socials:IG: wabass83

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01:13:27

Episode 176 CaveTown Baits

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2025/03/03

What do you call a 6.5-inch, 2.5oz mutant-looking crawfish? I call it the dweller.Callum joins the show to share the story behind the dweller and dweller jr., diving deep into why these abnormally large crawfish profiles can trigger bites from otherwise tight-lipped fish. He also gives us an early look at what to expect from the tetre—a soft glide bait featuring a beast hook system that’s sure to turn heads once it drops.Callums socials:IG: Cavetownbaits

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01:12:28

Episode 175 Throwback Baits

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2025/02/24

It’s been way too long since my good friend Kyle from Throwback Baits has been on SNT. Kyle was one of the first builders we interviewed back in 2022. Fast forward nearly three years, and his growth has been remarkable. We talk about the upcoming Wake Walker Lite bait, their new soft bait, and he even hints at a few other projects in the works! I hope to see you guys at the TB Event in June—it’s going to be an amazing time put on by some great folks.Throwback's socials:IG: ThrowbackBaitsSite:

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01:49:18

Episode 174 Jason Saberon

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2025/02/17

It's not often I get to talk with someone who got to experience the California crawfish fishing era along with the trout swimbait era. Jason had gotten to expect them both, while not at the peak of crawfish soaking it still was a crazy time. Jason also dives into the stories of his five biggest fish and his PB at 16.25 pounds.Jason's socials: IG: jay_saberon YT: Fishing with Jay

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01:25:12

Episode 173 Garritt Gilbert

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2025/02/10

It's always special when I have a guest who is just as passionate about capturing trips with their camera while also fishing big baits. It's a relationship many don’t dive into much, but when I have the chance to speak with someone who geeks out over media as much as I do, I take full advantage of the episode. Garritt has a different spin on filming than most, ditching the newest and clearest cameras for one your mom probably used to film your family vacations. Being heavily influenced by skate

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01:08:14

Episode 172 Hand Krafted Baits

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2025/02/03

Have you ever met a builder with a more fitting last name? Konnor Kraft is the man behind Hand Krafted Baits. Konnor and I talked about what it was like growing up in the Great White North, battling harsh winters while trying to become more familiar with bass fishing at a young age. We discussed how he got into carving and his journey as a painter. I also asked if we can ever expect resin baits from his company, and his response was pretty funny.Konnor's socials:IG:

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01:33:00

Episode 171 York Casting Co

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2025/01/27

Join Caleb and me as he breaks down the entire lineup of baits York Cast Co offers. He shares recommendations on hooks, split rings, and line to use for each bait, along with stories about the R&D they've been doing. Caleb also discusses how his fishing style has evolved since getting into big baits and how being both a builder and an angler is a significant advantage in this scene. Be sure to watch or listen until the end, where Caleb unboxes the first-ever glide bait they made.Caleb's

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01:02:43

Episode 170 Grant Langmore

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2025/01/20

We dive into the crazy trips Grant has taken since the last time he was on the show. He dicusses his newest addiction of Peacock fishing and explains how quickly he was humbled by them on his first out of country trip. We also talk about his new found love for the still "lowkey" Flag 255 from Grow Design Works.Grant's socials: IG: grant_langmore7 Email: grantblangmore@gmail.com

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01:27:23

Episode 169 Garretts Customs

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2025/01/13

There are a ton of painters in the scene now, many of whom you can identify just by their trout patterns. Garrett’s work is easily recognizable—and for good reason. With around six years of painting experience, he’s nearly perfected his process from start to finish. Garrett has tapped into a niche market that others haven’t explored: repainting soft baits for customers. This side project required a significant investment to become both proficient and safe, but it’s set him apart in the

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02:04:13

Episode 168 Toxic Baits

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2025/01/06

Ceasar is one of the most well-known builders in the scene, covering every base in the bait-building world—from soft baits like the Old Man River to resin baits and, most recently, the ABS line. Caesar shares his journey, starting with his introduction to building the XL Mink for the Delta, and we discuss the process of stepping into ABS production and what that transition has been like for him. He also mentioned the new chapter currently unfolding in Toxic’s story and expressed his excitement for

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