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Bite Me - A Texas Saltwater Fishing Podcast

John P. Lopez
Fishing
Fishing Techniques
Texas Saltwater Fishing
Redfish
Fishing Tackle Unlimited
Tarpon
Texas
Speckled Trout
Bite Me Feeding Frenzy
Trout
Conservation
Fish Behavior
DOA Lures
Fishing Gear
Fishing Conditions
Kayaking
Saltwater Fishing
Anglers Anonymous
Texas Gulf Coast
Fishing Regulations

The next best thing to being on the water is listening to the Bite Me podcast. Hosted by longtime Texas saltwater fishing legends John Lopez, with Capts. Scott Null, Dean Thomas and Caleb McCumber, it offers the best in inshore and offshore saltwater fishing insight.

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Capt. Caleb McCumber on what makes a fishing app great. And everything that goes into it.

• Are gas prices affecting what we love to do?

• About all that rain along the coast …

• Mornings getting a little crispy: It’s on.

• Acceptable or Unacceptable?

With white wing season in full swing and duck migrations already happening, Capt. Aaron Cisneros updates and offers insight on what's happening -- and setting up for the best duck season.

Capt. Scott offers insight on which gear ratios might be best for how you prefer to fish. Plus, getting kids into throwing artificial baits.

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Recent Guests

Aaron Cisneros
Captain Aaron Cisneros, duck hunting guide
Port Mansfield / Arroyo City / South Padre Island area guides
Episode: White wing season update. Plus previewing and scouting duck season with Capt. Aaron Cisneros
Cody Jackson
Sea Center Texas hatchery staff member
Sea Center Texas, TPWD Coastal Fisheries Division
Episode: Inside Sea Center's Marine Fish Hatchery ... numbers, progress and prospects
Jonathan Daigle
Sea Center Texas hatchery biologist
Sea Center Texas, TPWD Coastal Fisheries Division
Episode: Inside Sea Center's Marine Fish Hatchery ... numbers, progress and prospects
Valerie Hernandez
Co-owner of HH Outfitters; handles lodging
HH Outfitters
Episode: Making the most of dove season and setting up pastures
Daniel Hernandez
Co-owner of HH Outfitters; dove hunting lead
HH Outfitters
Episode: Making the most of dove season and setting up pastures
Ryan Barr
Owner/Trainer at The Barr Kennel
The Barr Kennel
Episode: Detailed tips and advice for your hunting dog as bird season approaches.
Kimi Werner
Spearfishing champion, free diver, conservationist, and chef
Self-identified expert in spearfishing and conservation
Episode: Fascinating insight on spearfishing with one of the world's best
Chuck Uzzle
Captain, bird hunter
Captain Chuck Uzzle
Episode: Ready for duck season? Capt. Chuck Uzzle with insight and updates on prospects and what to expect.
Tim Stamps
Guest discussing wade fishing and safety
Coastal Fishing Gear (coastalfishinggear.com)
Episode: Wading solo. And extending the life of the hull of your boat.

Hosts

John Lopez
Host with long-running presence in Texas saltwater fishing media; engages in inshore and offshore topics; strong storytelling and information-sharing,”“affiliation":"Bite Me Podcast / Odyssey simulcast partner",
Scott Null
Captain and regular guest/co-host; provides expert insights on fishing and boating; strong public persona in outdoor sports

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 538 ratings
  • Great pod

    Informative and funny look forward to listening to the podcast thanks yall do a great job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dieseldubs
    United Statesa year ago
  • THE NUMBER ONE FISHING PODCAST

    This podcast is great always learning new things and getting a few laughs in every once in while! Great podcast keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dillan McWilliams
    United States2 years ago
  • Greatest Fishing Podcast

    Capt.Scott Null and John(OG)Lopez are great and bringing new topics every week and they have not missed a week ever, I have been listening since episode 1

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MitchiTr
    United States3 years ago
  • The Deadly Dudley drinking game

    When the podcast first began, my buddies and I had a game where we had to drink a beer every time Lopez said “Deadly Dudley”. It was fun. But he doesn’t say it anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TCBN512
    United States3 years ago
  • Good information

    These guys are really good and are always up for a good laugh. Thanks & keep up the good work. I have to live vicariously through you guys till I can get back down there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NMTrey
    United States4 years ago

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Consistently informative and entertaining, with a good mix of guest expertise.
Highly knowledgeable hosts with strong chemistry and practical fishing advice.
Community-focused and educational for both new and experienced anglers.
Listeners praise depth of topics and guest quality, with occasional feedback on pacing.
Many fans call it the best saltwater fishing podcast with great guest lineups.

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#249
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Finding the right versatility in a boat. Plus, technical guidance on setting up your prop.
Q: What are the practical advantages of knowing the pitch and all the details of a prop, for fishermen?
A smaller boat is more sensitive to prop pitch changes, so adjusting pitch or blade count can drastically alter performance; for larger boats, RPM changes are less dramatic, but for smaller skiffs or shallow-water boats, tweaking pitch and blade count can significantly improve both hole-shot and efficiency, while staying within safe RPM ranges (roughly 5,500–6,000 RPM at wide-open throttle).
Fascinating insight on spearfishing with one of the world's best
Q: What can listeners do in their own communities to support conservation and sustainable seafood?
She suggests people connect with local food sources, talk to harvesters, and start from the farmer's market to learn the origin and journey of their food, thereby supporting responsible practices.
Fascinating insight on spearfishing with one of the world's best
Q: What are some of the parameters of a typical free dive for you?
Werner explains her longest breath hold and deepest dive, how she hunts in varied depths, and emphasizes diving conservatively to stay safe, with typical sessions balancing depth and duration.
Detailed tips and advice for your hunting dog as bird season approaches.
Q: What are you telling folks about training dogs in hot weather?
Focus on early workouts, shade, cooling strategies like ice or cooling methods, and keep sessions short but focused on obedience and control.
Ready for duck season? Capt. Chuck Uzzle with insight and updates on prospects and what to expect.
Q: What are your thoughts on the rain and hunting prospects for the season?
Rain can be beneficial by sustaining marsh water and grass, but too much saltwater intrusion or drought can hurt habitat; overall the outlook depends on water levels, vegetation regrowth, and whether fronts bring the birds together in productive feeding grounds.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bite Me

What is Bite Me about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers inshore and offshore saltwater fishing insights with a strong Texas focus, blending technical how-tos with character-driven storytelling. Episodes span gear and technique (reels, boat maintenance, night hunting tech to fishing gear, and prep for season), wildlife and habitat discussions, luxury charters and conservation angles, plus interviews with captains, guides, researchers, and safari experts. Unique strengths include a long-running, conversational format that pairs practical tips for anglers with entertaining host banter and a steady stream of guest expertise from hunting, boating, and coastal fisheries. Potential listeners will likely be drawn to actionable fishing tactics, real-world gear troubleshooting, and stori... more

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Recent guests on Bite Me include:

1. Aaron Cisneros
2. Cody Jackson
3. Jonathan Daigle
4. Valerie Hernandez
5. Daniel Hernandez
6. Ryan Barr
7. Kimi Werner
8. Chuck Uzzle

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