Episodios

  • Wintertime Fishing with Deep Creek Lures
    Jan 13 2026

    Listen as Ben and Corey sit down with Josh Ballard of Deep Creek Lures, a Carolina-based tackle company. They compare fish-catching lure designs and chat about tournament angling. Get tips on winter bass fishing and other species to target in a season that many anglers overlook, but offers less pressure.

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    1 h y 2 m
  • Striped Bass Management and Partnerships
    Dec 9 2025

    Ben and Corey sit down with Chad Thomas of the North Carolina Marine and Estuary Foundation to discuss the importance of Striped Bass to coastal North Carolina. Listen in as they talk about Striped Bass management and the partnerships that make ongoing stocking efforts and research possible.

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    1 h
  • McKinney Lake State Fish Hatchery: The Catfish King
    Nov 11 2025

    In November's episode, The Two Bald Biologists explore the Community Fishing Program, featuring 40+ lakes stocked with channel catfish. Hatchery Superintendent Rick Bradford spotlights McKinney Lake and its State Fish Hatchery, a prime destination for catfish anglers.

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    58 m
  • All Things Largemouth Bass
    Oct 14 2025

    In this episode, Ben and Corey sit down with fisheries biologist Casey Joubert to explore the world of largemouth bass in North Carolina. Learn why bass fishing is so popular in the state and the details behind the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission’s F1 Bass stocking project.

    

    Whether you're an avid angler, a conservation enthusiast, or just curious about fisheries science, this episode is packed with expert insights into bass biology, habitat management, and the future of largemouth bass fishing in North Carolina.

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    1 h y 1 m
  • Blue Light Special
    Sep 9 2025

    Join Corey and Ben as they sit down with District II Captain Kyle vanAlthuis for an inside look at life in the Law Enforcement Division. Kyle shares how NC Wildlife Officers collaborate with biologists and the public. This episode highlights how enforcement supports both conservation efforts and the angling community. From boating tips to fishing strategies, this episode blends conservation, education, and a deep love for the outdoors.

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    52 m
  • Reintroducing a Rusty Angler to Fishing
    Aug 12 2025

    Corey and Ben hit the water with NC Wildlife’s Ryan Kennemur, a self-proclaimed rusty angler on the hottest day of the year. Listen in as they dive into starter gear every new angler needs, luck vs. persistence while fishing, and more.

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    56 m
  • Sandhills Sunfish
    Jul 8 2025

    Ben and Corey talk with Biologist Troy Thompson about catching sunfish in North Carolina’s Sandhills. Tune in to learn what makes the region unique and the challenges of managing quality sunfish fisheries.

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    1 h y 1 m
  • Chasing North Carolina Walleye: Secrets from the Edge of Their Range
    Jun 10 2025

    Ben and Corey head west to explore one of North Carolina’s best-kept fishing secrets, Walleye. Join them as they sit down with wildlife biologist Powell Wheeler and local fishing guide Don LaTulipe to dive into the spring spawning Walleye run and how to find them. This episode offers expert insights, regional knowledge, and fishing stories from the edge of the walleye’s southern range. Don’t miss this look at a fascinating and under-the-radar fishery.

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    52 m