Tight Lines Podcast

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Tight Lines Podcast

Welcome to the Tight Lines Podcast, hosted by Tyler Placke. This is a family friendly fishing podcast that focuses on anything and everything fishing. Midwestern freshwater will be the central portion of the show, but we will discuss all types of fishing. I hope you enjoy the show!

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    41: 3 Pre-Spawn Bait to Catch HUGE Bass

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast and welcome to spring bass fishing. In most of the United States we are getting into water temps that indicate pre-spawn. And pre-spawn is such a magical time of year. Big fish that want to get bigger before making little fish. So we are going to talk about 3, yes just 3, great baits to throw to catch your PB fish during pre spawn. We will talk brands, colors, techniques, combos, and so so much more. As always, I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow and drop us a positive review. Also, follow my Instagram and subscribe to my YouTube, both of which are tylerplackefishing. Thank you, and tight lines y'all.

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    40: TEN Bass Pre-Spawn Topics Analyzed

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode we will cover 10 topics in relation to the bass pre-spawn period. We talk water temps, bait selection, weather fronts, and so much more. I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do, please be sure to follow the podcast and give us a positive review. Also, check out my Instagram and YouTube which is tylerplackefishing. Thank you all for listening and tight lines yall.

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    39: The Basics of Pike Fishing Gear -AND- I Review The Rod Locker

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I am gearing up to go pike fishing for the first time in my life. So, we will discuss what gear I’m packing, including baits and combos, how I am preparing, and so much more. Also, there is a new tackle store dominating the scene right now and we are going to give an early review into their success. As always, I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to leave us a positive review and follow the show. Also check out my YouTube and Instagram, tylerplackefishing. Thank you for tuning in and tight lines yall.

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    38: The Bait That CHANGED FISHING FOREVER - Reviewing the Z-Man Chatterbait

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another episode of the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode we are going to be reviewing a bass fishing hall-of-fame lure. This lure is in everybody’s tackle box. So without wasting any more time, lets review the Original Z-Man Chatterbait. I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    37: Electronics vs Instinct - Chatterbaits vs Spinnerbaits - AND So Much More

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another episode of the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week’s episode, we are doing another random-fishing topics episode. I have nothing prepared or written down besides the list of 25 topics. As each topics comes up, we will discuss my thoughts on that topic.I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    36: How To Find Small Batch Lure Companies + The Ugly Truth About Brand Deals

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, we will be piggy backing off our previous episode where I reviewed my time at the Indiana fishing expo. This week, we will discuss why you should be buying small batch hand crafted american lures. We will discuss brands I buy, price differences, how to find brands, and so much more. Then, we will discuss a topic we have yet to hit on the show, brand sponsorships, and why they are a slippery slope. And, this will all be coming from personal experience. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    35: The Indiana Fishing Expo - My Thoughts and What I Bought!

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I recently went to my first ever fishing expo, and it was long overdue. I spent my Sunday at the Indiana fishing expo in Danville, Indiana. In this episode we will discuss the cost of entry, my experience, what I bought, my thoughts on the expo, and if I will be back. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram, YouTube, and TikTok: tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    34: The Zoom Super Fluke Flat-Out Catches Fish - My Honest Review

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode we have another good old fashioned review. This time, we will be reviewing another lure. This lure is an oldie but also a goodie. It is a staple in my fishing arsenal. So, without further adieu, let’s dive in and review the Zoom Super Fluke. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you dp, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    33: How I Caught My FIRST Rainbow Trout

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, I have already accomplished a goal from my annual New Year’s goals list in episode 30. As you can guess by the title of the episode, I caught a new species, my first ever Rainbow Trout. We are going to discuss everything I did to prepare myself to catch a trout so you can hopefully be successful in the endeavor as well. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    32: A Blueprint On How I Re-Organized my Fishing Tackle

    What is up everybody and welcome back to another fantastic episode of the tight lines podcast. Today, we are going to talk about tackle organization, and specifically how I spent 5-10 hours in the last 2 weeks completely re-organizing all of my tackle for both bass fishing and catfishing. We will discuss how I planned my reorganization, how I prepared, and how I actually did it. We will also then discuss how it has helped me so far and if I see any issues with how I re-organized. I hope you have enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    31: My Go-To Baitcasting Rod - Reviewing the Dobyn's Maverick MK734C

    In this week’s episode we are going to be reviewing a rod I have been testing and using quite a bit recently. You all have heard me talk about them on the show, you’ve seen them on my YouTube, so you already know what’s coming. We are going to review the dobyn’s maverick MK734C baitcasting rod. We will talk specs, price, the reel I match with for combos, positives, negatives, and so much more. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    30: My Top 5 Fishing Moments From 2025 + 5 Goals for 2026

    What is up and welcome back to the tight lines podcast and welcome to the end of our first year as a podcast. I decided that for this episode, and all my new years episodes moving forward I will be doing some sort of special episode. So, this year I am going to give you my top 5 favorite fishing memories from this year and also set 5 goals for myself for the upcoming 2026 fishing year. These goals can be anything related to my fishing, so I am super excited to work towards them and hopefully accomplish all of them. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    29: Christmas Giveaway Time!!!

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. I just want to hop on for a very brief moment this week to wish you all a merry christmas. I hope you all have a great time with your families and friends doing whatever you do for christmas. This holiday season I am so very thankful for all of your support, so I want to announce a giveaway. I am going to tell you the information, the prize, then I will tell you how to enter. So, the giveaway begins today when this episode airs, on December 24, 2025 at 4:00am eastern standard time. The giveaway will end on New Years Eve December 31, 2025 at 7:00pm eastern standard time. To enter, you must be following my instagram (tylerplackefishing), be subscribed to my YouTube (tylerplackefishing) and send proof of both. With proof, also send me your favorite fishing memory of all time. The singular winner that I pick of the giveaway will be announced on Thursday, January 1 2026 via my instagram and will receive a small fishing starter box. This will include a tackle box, baits, hooks, and weights to help you start out fishing. You MUST be 18 years or older to enter this giveaway, and I will require proof to win. I will mail the prize to your door and you must reside within the lower 48 states of the USA.

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    28: Top 3 Winter Bass Fishing Colors + Tricks to Keep Warm

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. Winter is upon us, at least here across the midwest. While some of you may be in a tree stand or sitting around a fireplace, others of us are still out on the water trying our hardest and freezing our butts off to catch a fish or two. So, today we are going to talk about our top 3 colors for winter bass fishing and our best tips for keeping warm while fishing in the winter. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    27: $750+ Fishing Black Friday Haul

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, we break down everything I bought on Black Friday 2025. We talk brands, websites, discounts, colors, and so much more! Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

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    26: Jacob Wheeler Mystery Box

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode we are unboxing the Jacob Wheeler Mystery Box from Academy.  I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    25: Reviewing a Cheap Whopper Plopper Alternative

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast, hosted by Tyler Placke. In this week's episode we review the Bass Pro Shops XPS Chaos Shad, which is the BPS take on the R2S Whopper Plopper. We talk specs, sizes, colors, and so much more. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

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    24: My 3 Winter Transition Baits

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast, your favorite fishing podcast. I don’t know about the rest of you, but it is getting very cold here in central Indiana right about now so I figured what better than to discuss my top 3 cold water bass fishing lures. We will talk about types, sizes, techniques, gear, colors, brands, and so much more for each of these lures. I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    23: The Best Catfish Reel Under $60

    What is up everybody and welcome back to your favorite online fishing podcast, the tight lines podcast. My name is Tyler and I will be your host. In this week’s episode we are going to review the best catfishing reel for under $60. We will talk specs, features, price, and my experience thus far. We will also discuss the single modification I recommend you make to this reel to elevate it beyond most $100 budget reels. Please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

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    22: Spooks - The Ultimate Top Water Fishing Lure

    Happy spooky season to everyone, and with halloween being last week week, I figured we could get our spook on. So, this week we will be discussing my favorite top water bait, the spook. We will talk types, brands, colors, sizes, gear to throw it on, techniques, and so much more. We also open the Tackle Box and answer your fishing questions. Please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    21: I Bought Antique Fishing Reels and They Are Worth A TON!!!

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast, your favorite fishing podcast. I am your host, and my name is Tyler Placke. This week, I have recently obtained some new fishing gear, some of which is for sale, and I want to discuss what I have gotten. We will talk price, value, and other info for each item. I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    20: My Review of the Shimano Miravel 2500HG - Open and Honest Thoughts

    In this week’s episode, we are going to do another gear review, this time, on a spinning reel. This week, we are going to review my current all around spinning reel, the Shimano Miravel 2500HG. We are going to talk the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also talk specs, price, and the rod I combo it with. Alright everybody, that is this week’s episode for you all. I hope you have enjoyed the episode, and if you have, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    19: My COMPLETE Rod and Reel Lineup + Updates for 2026

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the one and only tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, we give you a rundown of my up to date combo lineup. We talk rods, reels, line choice, techniques, and changes I am anticipating for the 2026 fishing season. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    18: Get Out There and Catch Fall Fish!!!

    What is up everybody, this is a short and sweet episode this week. Fall bass fishing is upon us so get out there and catch a fish or two just like I am. See you all next week!

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    17: Tackle Talk Podcast x Dark Horse Tackle Mystery Box - What's In The Box?

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the not so world famous Tight Lines Podcast hosted by me, Tyler Placke. In this week’s episode, I bought the Tackle Talk Podcast Essentials X Dark Horse Tackle mystery box. We will talk price, lures, value, shipping times, and so much more on this episode so you can decide for yourself if this is a box you are interested in. Also, if you want to see the unboxing, go ahead and check out my youtube to watch that as well. I hope you have enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    16: Get Out of Your Fishing Rut - 6 Tips and Tricks to Reignite Your Fishing Fire

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week’s episode, we are going to talk about how to revive your fishing experience and get out of the fishing rut we all get into with the following is 6 tips and tricks. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all. 

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    15: Why You Should NOT Buy The Daiwa Tatula CT Baitcast Reel - My Honest Review

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In today’s episode, we have another gear review coming your way, but hold on tight, because it won’t be anything like the last one. Today, we will review the Daiwa Tatula CT baitcast reel. We will talk price, specs, the good, the bad, and the ugly. I hope you enjoy the episode, and if you do, please be sure to drop a positive review for us on whatever podcast platform you tune in with. We are now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube and Amazon Podcasts. Also, please be sure to drop us a follow and check out my instagram and YouTube, both are tylerplackefishing. There you can see what I have been up to, DM suggestions for the show, ask questions for the TackleBox, or just chat with me! Thank you all so much for listening every week and dedicating your time to the show, as I really appreciate all of your support. And until next time, tight lines y’all.

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    14: Spinning versus Casting Gear: What’s The Difference?

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast, your favorite weekly fishing show. In this week’s episode, we are going to talk about the differences between a baitcaster combo and a spinning combo. We will cover everything from how they work, to baits to throw on them, line choices, fishing techniques, and so much more. We also talk about a really cool fish catch I had this weekend that was a first for me. As always, please be sure to drop a positive review on whatever platform you listen in with, and be sure to check out my social medias (Instagram and YouTube are tylerplackefishing). Thank you all for listening, and until next week, tight lines yall.

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    13: Ten Bass Fishing Topics - A Quick Discussion

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, I discuss 10 topics in relation to bass fishing. These are one word topics that I elaborate on as much as I can. This was a super fun episode, so I hope you enjoy it. As always, please be sure to follow the show and leave a positive review. Also, be sure to follow my Instagram and YouTube (tylerplackefishing). Thank you all for your continued support, and I hope you enjoy the episode.

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    12: 5 At-Home Tips to Make You A Better Angler + I Broke My PB AGAIN

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, we discuss the 5 things you can do at home to make yourself a better angler and have a more enjoyable time on the water. All of these tips are cheap or free. We also do a quick discussion on my most recent fishing trip where I broke my Largemouth PB. As always, I hope you enjoy the episode. If you do, please be sure to like, follow, and rate the episode as well as follow my YouTube and Instagram (tylerplackefishing). Thank you all for listening, and until next time, tight lines y'all.

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    11: How I Pack For A Weekend Fishing Trip + Reopening the Tackle Box

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, I am going on a fishing trip, so lets talk about how I pack for a weekend trip. We talk rods, reels, line, lures, and so much more. Also, I open the tackle box once again to answer your fishing questions. As always, please be sure to give us a positive rating as it is the easiest way for the show to grow and follow my Instagram and YouTube (tylerplackefishing). Thank you all for listening as your supports means everything to me, and tight lines y'all.

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    10: Top 4 August/September Bass Baits + Two Cool Fishing Stories From This Week

    What is up everybody and welcome back to the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode, we discuss my top 4 baits for the dead heat of summer (August/September). We talk brands, techniques, colors, weights, gear, and so much more. I also share a cool personal best fishing story using one of those top 4 baits, and talk about a nice guy I sold gear to on marketplace. All this and more! As always, please be sure to give us a positive rating on whatever platform you listen and follow the show plus my instagram and YouTube (tylerplackefishing). Thank you all for listening, and I will see you all next week. Tight lines y'all.

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    9: My Review of the Berkley Cullshad -and- I Am Kayak Shopping!

    Welcome back everyone to the tight lines podcast. In this week's episode, I give a full in-depth review of the Berkley Cullshad, my favorite big pre-rigged soft plastic swim bait. We talk colors, sizes, specs, price, and so much more. We also talk about the kayak I am starting to shop for, and answer your fishing questions in the tackle box. As always, please be sure to drop us a positive review and follow the show wherever you listen. Also, drop a follow to my YouTube and Instagram, tylerplackefishing. Thank you all for listening, and tight lines y'all.

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    8: The Only THREE Fishing Combos You Need For A Successful Fishing Trip

    Hello, and welcome back to the Tight Lines Podcast, the number 1 fishing podcast created by Tyler Placke. In this week's episode, we discuss the only 3 fishing combos you need for a great fishing trip. We talk types, specs, lengths, techniques, reels, and so much more! I also give my recommendations for a beginner/entry level budget for each combo setup. If you enjoy the episode, please be sure to give it a positive review/rating and follow the show. Thank you all so much for listening, as I always appreciate your support. And, until next time, tight lines y'all.

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    7: Best 8 Products from iCAST 2025

    Welcome all back to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, iCAST 2025 has concluded, and I wanted to talk about my top 8 fishing products from the show. We talk rods, reels, baits, and terminal tackle, so be sure to stick around and hear my thoughts on all. As always, please be sure to leave us a positive review and subscribe to the show as it is the easiest way to support the show. Thank you all for listening, and tight lines.

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    6: My Favorite Baitcaster Under $100! -and- What Is This New Trend in Bass Fishing Lures??

    Welcome back everyone to the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode, I review my favorite baitcasting reel under $100. We will discuss specification, likes, dislikes, and other options to turn to if you aren't quite sold. Also, we discuss the new fuzzy trend in bass fishing soft plastic baits coming to iCast this year. Will these baits be good at targeting fish or just fishermen. As always, please be sure to drop a positive review wherever you listen to podcasts and follow the show as it is the easiest way to support my channel. Thank you all for listening, and we will see you next week. Tight Lines Y'all. Instagram/YouTube: tylerplackefishing

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    5: Out-of-State Fishing Trips: Why you should plan one and tips/tricks to be successful!

    Welcome back to the tight lines podcast, your favorite multi-species fishing podcast. In this week's episode, we talk everything out-of-state fishing trip from gear to bring, to what to do before you leave, to so much more. I also do some slight recapping of my recent trip to South Carolina which is what inspired this episode. As always, please be sure to leave the show a positive review if you are enjoying it so far, and drop us a follow to show your support. You can also follow me on my Instagram and YouTube to message me questions for the tackle box, keep up to date on my activities, or to just chat! Thank you all so much for listening, your support means so much to me, and as always, tight lines.Insta/YouTube: tylerplackefishing

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    4: How to Find -New- Fishing Spots and One Super Easy Reel Modification ot Completely Change Your Combos!

    Welcome back everyone to the Tight Lines Podcast. In today’s episode we cover everything related to finding new fishing spots: how to find them, safety tips, gear to bring, and so much more. We also talk about 1 simple reel modification to completely change any reel you own, and we end today’s episode by once again opening up the tackle box to answer your fishing questions! As always please be sure to follow the show and give us a five-star rating as it helps the show to continue to grow. Also, be sure to follow my social medias to stay up to date and submit questions for the tackle box. Thank you all for listening, I really appreciate your support and I will see you all next episode. And until next time, tight lines. Instagram/YouTube: tylerplackefishing

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    3: FIVE Tips for Wet Wading + Why You Should Always Carry a Rod With You

    Welcome to episode 3 of the tight lines podcast. In today's episode, we discuss five crucial tips for wet wade fishing, why you should shop fishing gear while on vacation, the importance of leaving a rod in your car, and answer some questions from the tackle box. Please be sure to drop a five-star rating and follow the show as it will continue to help the show grow. Also, be sure to check out my instagram, tylerplackefishing! Thank you all for listening, and tight lines.

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    2: Walmart Buys and Byes - Where Should You Buy Your Tackle? + Opening the Tackle Box

    Welcome to another episode of the Tight Lines Podcast. In this week's episode we discuss what you should and should not be buying from walmart in regards to fishing gear. We also answer the first questions from the Tackle Box this week, with two coming from listeners. Comment your Tackle Box submissions down below to hear them answered on the show. As always, please be sure to follow the show and drop a five-star rating as it helps the show to grow. Thank you all, and tight lines!

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    1: How Many Combos is Too Many Combos?

    Welcome to episode 1 of the Tight Lines Podcast. In this episode we discuss the combos I own, and how many combos is too many combos to own. New episodes will be out weekly on Wednesday mornings at 4am eastern time. Please be sure to give the show a positive rating and share it with your friends!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Tight Lines Podcast, hosted by Tyler Placke. This is a family friendly fishing podcast that focuses on anything and everything fishing. Midwestern freshwater will be the central portion of the show, but we will discuss all types of fishing. I hope you enjoy the show!

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Tyler Placke

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