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On the Speckled Truth podcast, we’ll explore the world of Trophy Speckled Trout with some legendary anglers as well as other reputable folks and experts within the industry.
On the Speckled Truth podcast, we’ll explore the world of Trophy Speckled Trout with some legendary anglers as well as other reputable folks and experts within the industry.
Episodes

Sunday Jul 12, 2020
Sunday Jul 12, 2020
What a way to end the season! In this episode, Captain Chris sits down with Big Lake Legend Captain Bruce Baugh and none other than Mr. Paul Brown, the creator of the Corky. Mr. Paul not only shares how the Corky came about but he and Bruce share some unforgettable trips, together and separate, along the Texas Coast and SW Louisiana. Not only is this a trip down memory lane, but it gives insight to arguably how one of the greatest trout fishing lures came to be - an episode you don't want to miss! Thanks for all the support for this season and already looking forward to season 2!

Thursday Jun 18, 2020
Thursday Jun 18, 2020
In the 2nd part of this 2-part episode, Captain Chad shares some truly remarkable stories about Baffin Bay Legends. He also talks about how these legends game plan around high solunar times and major and minor feeding periods. Lastly, we talk about the pressures on Baffin Bay to sustain its amazing trophy trout fishery and how we can do our part through personal conservation. This truly was a remarkable podcast to record and we hope you enjoy!

Thursday Jun 11, 2020
Thursday Jun 11, 2020
In Part 1of this 2-part episode, we dive head first into the inception of the Saltwater Legend Series with founder Captain Chad Peterek. In his 25 years of guiding, he not only shares how he created the Premier Trout Tournament on the Texas Coast, but the purpose behind this highly competitive Tournament Series. Additionally, he shares some of the legendary stories from these anglers that pioneered trout fishing from the Upper Coast to the Lower Laguna. As always, we hope you enjoy Part 1 of this 2-part series – Tight lines!

Thursday May 14, 2020
Episode 18 - A Low Country Legend - Ralph Phillips
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
In this episode, Captain Chris sits down and talks with co-owner of Eye Strike Fishing, Mr. Ralph Phillips. Ralph not only shares stories from his decades worth of fishing experiences but he gives some insight as to how he approaches fishing certain conditions. Additionally, he talks about some top things to look for while on the water as well as Eye Strike's New "Release over 20" program. Ralph is truly a Low Country treasure and we hope you enjoy this episode!

Thursday Apr 30, 2020
Thursday Apr 30, 2020
In this episode, Captain Chris sits down to talk with President of ZMan Fishing Daniel Nussbaum. Not only has he operated and grown ZMan to a global brand, he’s also an avid inshore angler in Charleston, South Carolina.
Aside from talking about what separates ZMan apart from their competitors, he shares the story about the emergence of the NED rig and working alongside BASS Elite Series pro’s on bait design and concepts, that even apply to Targeting Big Trout.
Whether you enjoy freshwater or saltwater, this is an episode that you don’t want to miss!

Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Episode 16 - The Tire 10 and Other Big Lake Chronicles - Steve Stroderd
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020

Wednesday Apr 08, 2020
Episode 15 - Tales from a Virginia Trout Fishing Legend - Mr. Keith Nuttall
Wednesday Apr 08, 2020
Wednesday Apr 08, 2020
In this episode, Captain Chris talks with Virginia Trout Fishing Legend, Mr. Keith Nuttall. Having logged over 2 dozen 30” trout in his career, Keith not only shares some of the tales from his 53 years of trout fishing, but gives insight to his tackle and approach. They also talk about the Virginia Citation program, as well as the trout tagging program Mr. Keith was instrumental in starting. From start to finish, this episode captures decades of stories and experience from a true trophy trout fishing legend.

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Episode 14 - Setting the Record Straight with Eric Bachnik from MirrOlure
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
In this episode, Captain Chris sits down with the CEO of MirrOlure, Mr. Eric Bachnik. They not only discuss how MirrOlure got started, but provide some insight into the Gold Standard for manufacturing hard baits for saltwater anglers. Lastly, they discuss how MirrOlure started producing the Paul Brown line of products and dive into their presence on the Speckled Truth Dirty 30 citation data. This is a show you won’t want to miss!

Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Episode 13 - Trophy Trout Citation Data Explained - Captain Chris Bush
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
In this episode, Captain Chris goes solo again but this time to discuss the what, how and why they are conducting the Dirty 30 and State Trophy Trout Citation Programs. Not only does he talk about the data, but he goes in-depth and analyzes them with regard to lure selection, moon phase and time of year. So whether you're looking to learn about the program or increase your odds at a big trout based on data analytics, this episode is for you!

Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Episode 12 - Hatchery Management & Speckled Trout Science - Angelos Apeitos
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
