Better Fishing with 2 Bald Biologists

Roanoke Bass: A Native Sunfish

Join Corey and Ben as they discuss Roanoke Bass fishing in North Carolina. Roanoke Bass are a sunfish species only found in North Carolina and Virginia. The bald biologis

Hiwassee River Walleye

Corey and Ben head to the westernmost corner of North Carolina to explore the spring walleye spawning run on the Hiwassee River. Each year, walleye migrate from reservoir

Perching with Powell

Yellow Perch are an overlooked fish species found throughout North Carolina, with some of the best fishing opportunities in the mountains and coastal regions. Biologist P

Take a Warrior Fishing, Inc.

Ben and Corey are joined by Ken and Pete from Take a Warrior Fishing, Inc. They discuss the organization’s mission of creating connection, camaraderie, and healing for th

Watha State Fish Hatchery: The Striped Bass King

Corey and Ben sit down with Watha Fish Hatchery Superintendent Jeff Evans to discuss how the hatchery operates and supports angling opportunities for a variety of warmwat

American Shad Fishing on the Cape Fear River

Join Ben and Corey as they welcome biologist Kyle Rachels to discuss American shad fishing opportunities on the Cape Fear River. Listen in as they explore what makes the

Coolwater Powerhouse: Table Rock Fish Hatchery

From walleye to muskellunge and beyond, discover how this unique hatchery fuels fishing across the state. Corey and Ben sit down with Assistant Superintendent Matthew Bod

Wintertime Fishing with Deep Creek Lures

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

Striped Bass Management and Partnerships

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

McKinney Lake State Fish Hatchery: The Catfish King

In November's episode, The Two Bald Biologists explore the Community Fishing Program, featuring 40+ lakes stocked with channel catfish. Hatchery Superintendent Rick Bradf

All Things Largemouth Bass

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 pop

Blue Light Special

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 Offic

Reintroducing a Rusty Angler to Fishing

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 ever

Sandhills Sunfish

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

Chasing North Carolina Walleye: Secrets from the Edge of Their Range

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

Hunting for Trophy Striped Bass

Join Ben and Corey as they discuss fishing Lake Hiwassee for trophy striped bass. They're accompanied by District 9 biologist Powell Wheeler and guide Don LaTulipe as the

Should I Keep This Fish?

Corey and Ben chat with coastal biologist Mason Collins about his experience as a new hire at the Wildlife Resources Commission. They dive into fish harvest and the ethic

Springtime White Bass

Corey and Ben are joined by Kelsey Roberts, “The White Bass Biologist,” to dive into the exciting springtime spawning runs of white bass in North Carolina. Kelsey shares

Hail to the Chief: A Deep Dive into Fisheries Rules

Join Corey and Ben as they sit down with Christian Waters, Chief of Inland Fisheries, to explore the ins and outs of fisheries regulations. Why do these rules exist? Who

Rising Waters: What Do Aquatic Animals Do When Natural Disasters Strike?

Hurricane Helene devastated many North Carolina mountain communities last September. In this episode, Corey and Ben discuss how fish respond to natural disasters, how the