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Ugly Pike Podcast

Outdoor Journal Radio Podcast Network

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!

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Episode 261 - Kory Maxfield pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/12/19

In this second part of our interview with Kory, the focus shifts to the fine details of fishing both conventional and unconventional water systems. Kory drills down on his approach to the various environments that we all love to tackle and provides essential details that will aid the listener to become a more diverse and adaptive angler. Topics include: Fishing shallow water River systemsHow seasonal water temperatures change your approach Winter "holes"Fishing Northwest Onta...

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48:32

Episode 260 - Kory Maxfield pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/12/12

Kory Maxfield is a genuine outdoorsman. In this episode, we sit with Kory and talk about the rituals that crafted his childhood as he grew up in a family that put the outdoors first. On his page, Slump Bust Outdoors, Kory displays his life lessons as they relate to muskie fishing and in this episode, we tie it all together. Points of discussion include: Growing up in an outdoor familyGenerational Commercial fishing and the wisdom passed downFishing multimedia in 2025Ba...

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55:07

Episode 259: Zach Baker pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/12/05

In this second part of our discussion with Zach, we get into the details on how to catch fish. Zach breaks out tournament fishing tactics, as well as how to select and work baits. Zach gives tremendous detail in this second part and winds it up with a truly special fishing story. This was truly an amazing chat for us. Points include: Muskie tournament strategy vs casual angling Lure selection for tournamentsHow work baits to provoke a strike Are all muskies the same?

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51:09

Episode 258: Zach Baker pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/11/28

Zach Baker has been fishing muskies for decades. He is a unique person and angler that provided not only detailed information on targeting muskies in this part one of our interview, but wonderful stories. This interview exemplifies why muskie fishing, and the people we do it with, is so special. A truly remarkable interview. In this first part, we drill down on: Zach's origin story The evolution of muskie fishing Targeting strategies for inland lake fi...

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58:30

Episode 257 - Full Moon Friday - A Tale of Two Shows

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/11/21

In this Full Moon Friday episode, the guys take a call from Kyle Carruthers, organizer of the juggernaut CANCAST fishing show. Kyle talks about the recent decision to merge with the Musky Odyssey and why he feels this will be a big positive for the muskie anglers in attendance. A great talk ensued about the origins of CANCAST and how his never-quit entrepreneurial spirit helped Kyle transform the show over the years. Following this, Chris and Frank discuss Frank's recent adv...

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49:21

Episode 256 - Pete Bostelmann and Cody Chovancek pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/11/14

In this second part of our episode with Pete and Cody, Pete lends more incredible insights into the behaviour of these amazing fish. Cody, who is coming to the dark side as he fishes more and more for muskies, talks about how what it takes for serious MMA training is not all that dissimilar to pursuing the queen of queens! To top off the discussion, the guys tell a story about what happened a few weeks ago when Frank, Pete, and Cody took to the great Georgian Bay for a muskie hunt...

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49:37

Episode 255 - Pete Bostelmann and Cody Chovancek

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/11/07

This episode is a banger! Newly signed UFC fighter Cody Chovancek comes onto the podcast with friend of the show Pete Bostelmann to talk about hunting muskies. Cody is an amazing multi-species angler who is introduced as the Best Fisherman in MMA for all his bouts! Pete needs no introduction and is widely known for producing some of the very best and most insightful Ugly Pike Podcast content in the show's history. In this episode, the guys chat about: Cody's entry into...

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49:02

Episode 254 - Cooper Edwards pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/10/31

In this second part of our interview with muskie guide Cooper Edwards, we get into the red-hot issue of live scope usage before shifting focus to talk about how to hone the right skills for a successful trip on a great Ontario muskie lake and what new anglers should know and be aware of before heading out on the water. Cooper closes the show with a hilarious and epic story of a big fish adventure! Topics include: The question of LivescopeBoat-side skills How to educate novice...

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57:10

Episode 253 - Cooper Edwards pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/10/24

Cooper Edwards has had the privilege of fishing and guiding some of the very best muskie lakes in Canada and the US. We wanted to sit with Cooper and talk about his experiences on these incredible bodies of water. Cooper recalls some of the laughs, the highs, and the lows of working as a guide on places like Lac Seul, Eagle Lake, and Lake St. Clair. In this part one, we discuss: Fishing during covidHow water levels change the game Shoreline fishing for muskie ...

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55:16

Episode 252 - Full Moon Friday - Cheapest Tires in Town!

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/10/17

In this Full Moon Friday episode, the guys have a look toward the end of the season. It is the start of the final stretch, otherwise known as giant season! Frank gives a review of how the Unleash the Beast outing on the French River/Lake Nipissing went, as well as an update on a recent adventure to Georgian Bay with Pete Bostelmann and newly signed UFC fighter, Cody Chovancek. Following this, Dave Gray calls in to talk about this year's Musky Brawl. Dave has an unrelen...

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46:14

Episode 251: Ben LaDuca pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/10/10

In this second part with Ben LaDuca, the conversation shifts to fishing, how to build baits, and how approaches to using these baits shift for Fall/Winter season success! Points include: Building the Dukes Dozers company Building and fishing spinnerbaits Using spinnerbaits in fall and winter season specifically for best results Jigging successNiagara Musky Association log keeping

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60:04

Episode 250: Ben LaDuca pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/10/03

In this episode the guys sit for a riveting talk with Ben LaDuca, owner of Dukes Dozers Spinnerbaits. Ben is an avid angler and the story of what lead him to this sport will lave listeners on the edge of their seats. The guys had an amazing discussion on Ben's history as a USAF soldier who survived multiple deployments to the Middle East and how he turned to fishing to deal with the aftermath. A truly unique and impactful chat with Ben. Topics include: How Ben be...

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64:22

Episode 249: Erin Wilson pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/09/26

In part 2 of our discussion with Fisheries Technician Erin Wilson, we turn our attention to the science of muskies and muskie ecology. Erin delves into the whys and hows of collecting data and provides fascinating insights as to how she uses not only technology to learn about these fish, but also how she draws upon the community of anglers itself to provide critical data on this elusive species. An insightful and interesting talk on the science of muskies is the result. Topi...

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54:50

Episode 248: Erin Wilson pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/09/19

It's not everyday that we get to sit with an avid muskie angler who is also a scientist who has devoted her educational pursuits and working life to understanding muskies. In this episode we sit down with Erin Wislon is currently employed as a Fisheries Technician at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, but recently graduated from her master’s at the Fish Ecology and Conservation Physiology Lab where she studied muskie movements in a remote Algonquin lake as well as the post release behaviour o...

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57:33

Episode 247 - Full Moon Friday - Microwave Fish

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/09/12

In this Full Moon Friday episode, Chris and Frank discuss the high points of recent episodes and in particular, how mega guest JP Bushey's advice will influence Frank's approach to the upcoming Unleash the Beast outing on the French River/ Lake Nipissing. UTB outing director Todd Dowell of Toddy Tickle Baits calls into the show to discuss this year's adventure, what has changed, and why it will be great.

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44:33

Episode 246 - JP Bushey pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/09/05

In this second part with JP Bushey, the talk turns technical. How to properly use baits, especially rubber baits dominates the discussion. JP gives a huge amount of details in this section. As Chris calls it, a true pen and paper session so prepare to take notes and to emerge from this second part a wiser angler. What a session!! Points of discussion include: Auto chart - the game changerOvercoming rock snot challengesOptimal use of rubber baitsControlled retrieves vs ...

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60:56

Episode 245 - JP Bushey pt.1

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/08/29

Episode 245 is live!! We usually don't like to approach guides during the season for the show, but we absolutely had to get JP Bushey back on the show. JP is one of the best multispecies guides on Georgian Bay and a top muskie angler in the community. In this first part, we get into the fabric of the Canadian Angler, a gritty talk about who we are and what makes us different. JP then gives a long opinion on forward facing sonar and angling. It is an excellent dis...

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50:49

Episode 244 - Live From Moosehorn Lodge pt4

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/08/15

In the final chapter of the Live from Lac Seul series, Chris and Frank sit with their guides and discuss the wonder of Lac Seul, what it is like working in such a paradise guiding people on their trips of a lifetime!

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42:57

Episode 243 - Live From Moosehorn Lodge pt.3

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/08/08

In this third part of the Live from Lac Seul series, Chris and Frank are joined by guide Zack Tucker who broke the days long slump and helped the guys get the job done! After days of relentless grind, the guys were all elated to get one in the bag. In this part they talk about how they got the job done

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56:45

Episode 242 - Live From Moosehorn Lodge pt.2

Ugly Pike Podcast ·

2025/08/01

In this second part, the guys carry on with their chat with guide Joe Marsh to discuss the challenges they faced in the early days of their trip and how to best approach the pitfalls of navigating a challenging lake like Lac Seul

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