Ugly Pike Podcast

An American transplant recently turned Canadian resident, Samantha Dadson almost needs no introduction.  She has fished waters for muskie all across North America and consistently pulls giant fish.  …

Part 2 in this amazing and informative discussion.  Josh talks about his unique approach to guiding that has made him one of the industry's best, giant producing "pink days", and how innovation in fi…

Josh Borovsky is one of the most sought after guides in the US and has over 20 years experience putting clients on monster fish.  Josh is also very active on the seminar circuit, travelling and educa…

Part 2 in the discussion with Nipissing guide and lodge owner Shawn Degagne.  At the conclusion of the episode, Chris and Frank give thoughts on the discussion and also look ahead at what is happenin…

After enjoying a career in the NHL, Shawn Degagne turned his attention to his passion and purchased a fishing resort on Lake Nipissing.  In this episode we talk with Shawn about the Mighty Nip and ho…

Part 2 with Kyle Garon. In this second part we dive deep into alternative but amazing Ontario fisheries like Lake Nipissing, Lake Nosbonsing, and the French River.  If you thought fishing Georgian Ba…

Kyle Garon has some of the most incredible fishing adventures chronicled on Slobland Flicks.  Perhaps more importantly, Kyle embodies the very concept of rising to the challenge, as day in and day ou…

Brian Skaife is an accomplished muskie angler who published 52 fishing videos in 2020 on his incredible YouTube page, Angling Anarchy.  Brian comes on to the show to discuss his channel, his co-owner…

Chris and Frank take a look back at how an otherwise challenging year produced some epic time on the water, as well as incredible guests and milestones.  The Ugly Pike Podcast surpassed 100,000 uniqu…

Part 2 of our discussion with Jim Saric.  In this episode Jim goes on to elaborate on how to scout locations prior to hitting the water, the importance of record keeping, trip preparation rituals, th…

In celebration of our 100,000th download, we asked the one and only Musky Hunter, Mr. Jim Saric to join us on the show to lend his expertise to our listeners.  Jim puts on an absolute clinic as he ta…

In this episode we take a complete departure.  In our quest to understand the parallels between traditional hunting and muskie hunting, we invited Caleb onto the show to discuss the subject.  Caleb h…

Guide and avid muskie angler Brent Bochek has several decades of angling experience and calls into the show to discuss muskie fishing across some of Ontario's most popular lakes.  Brent has experienc…

Kurt Hansen, owner of the legendary Thorne Bros Rod & Tackle calls into the show to talk about some big changes in store for this legendary muskie fishing institution.  Kurt is an avid angler and spe…

Mike Parker returns to the show to discuss the effective targeting tactics that have made him one of Lake St. Clair's preeminent guide.  Mike expands on bait selection and what works on LSC, as well …

Friend of the show Alex Boutin chats with Chris and Frank about early Fall season muskie fishing.  Topics range from the importance of timing and efficiency, to navigating the tough and ever changing…

Part 2 of our discussion with Marlon Prince who guides on the St. John River.  Discussion focuses on how to approach the various zones of the St. John River, muskie fishing on the fly, and ending the…

Marlon Prince is a muskie guide based on the St John River in New Brunswick.  Marlon is also a brand ambassador with a wide range of angling skills including targeting muskie using both conventional …

Red October Baits Co-Founder and BJJ Black Belt Josh Ketry calls in to the show to discuss the creation of one of the most unique baits out there for muskie fishing.  Josh also expands on tactics and…

Chris and Frank dive into how the crew did on opener, where they fished, and what tactics were used that yielded tremendous success, including a 6 fish day!