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Past The Barb

Past The Barb
Fishing
Ice Fishing
Bass Fishing
Minnesota
Fishing Tournaments
Outdoor Activities
Hunting
Bassmaster Classic
Tournament Fishing
Fishing Techniques
Walleye Fishing
Bassmaster Elite Series
Tournaments
Lake Trout
Walleye
Muskie Fishing
Crappies
Dual Threat Fishing
Mule Deer
Florida

~ The #1 Outdoor Podcast in the World ~ Hosted By: Adam Bartusek, Ryan Pinkalla, and Sam Sobieck Uncensored, Unscripted, and Off The Cuff ~ Past The Barb Social Media ~ Instagram: @pastthebarbpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087978004491 Email Us Questions and Feedback: pastthebarbpodcast@gmail.com

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The boys are back on the mics this week for another great episode. Bart stops by quick to check in from the first stop of the Classic Bass Champions Tour, Sobi and Pink catch up on a bunch of what's been going on lately, and then we have on a VERY hi... more

This week the boys are FIRED UP that summer is here! Fishing has been HOT and Sobi and Pink breakdown the full report. This one hits Northwoods muskies, bass, and the elusive South Metro walleyes. Sobi had an epic night tearing up the walleyes with h... more

This week Pinkalla and Sobi dive into everything that has been going on latley from fishing to foraging, walleyes to picking asparagus. Its all over the map. Pinkalla is fresh off a trip to Florida where the Government shutdown the red snapper season... more

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We've got a special one for you this week. Pink and Sobi are already gone for Memorial Weekend shenanigans so Bart rips a solo pod and brings on one of our good friends "Boots." The boys chat about how he got his nickname and immediately bring on Cha... more

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Nathan Lease
South Dakota-based guide, living on an island during summer
Island guide operations, Ludlow's Resort area
Episode: Island Boys and Illegal Fishing Activities
Tom Boley
Walleye angler and media personality; winner featured in Mille Lacs event
Professional angler, media host
Episode: Spring Walleyes with Tom Boley | ML2 vs LVS34, 70lb Mille Lacs Bags & Cameraman Overboard
Allan Nistler
Camera/production guest; long-time filming collaborator on the Champions Tour
Filmmaker/Champs Tour media
Episode: Spring Walleyes with Tom Boley | ML2 vs LVS34, 70lb Mille Lacs Bags & Cameraman Overboard
Bill Lindner
Wild game and fishing industry veteran, Lindner's Tackle cofounder
Lindner family businesses (Lindy rig, Lindner Manufacturing)
Episode: Bill Lindner & The Art That Shaped Fishing: His First Ever Interview
Hays Baldwin
Wild game cook, photographer, videographer, and Brainerd local
Independent artist/photographer; Brainerd community figure
Episode: Bill Lindner & The Art That Shaped Fishing: His First Ever Interview
Brett Carlson
Voice of Tour Level Gold, walleye journalist
Target Walleye / FLW veteran
Episode: The Future of Tournament Walleye Fishing with Industry Insider, Brett Carlson
Owen Wilcox
National Walleye Tour Pro, Montana's Western Walleye Wizard
National Walleye Tour
Episode: Lake Erie’s 3 Mile Schools of Walleyes in the National Walleye Tour | Montana’s Most Eligible Bachelor Returns! (Feat Owen Wilcox)
Hayden Anderson
Champions Tour angler, newly qualified for the Champions Tour
Independent angler, guide
Episode: Will Records Fall on Lake Mille Lacs? Freak Weights, Winning to Qualify, and the Coike Frenzy with Hayden Anderson
Adam Griffith
Member of Crappie Chronicles, multi-species angler
Crappie Chronicles
Episode: The Rise of Adam Griffith: Lake Minnetonka Secrets, Wakeboat Destruction, and SNEAKY Spring Crappie Tips

Hosts

Ryan Pinkalla
Co-host of the show; part of the core hosting team
Sam Sobieck
Co-host of the show; long-time on-air member
Adam Bartusek
Host and frequent guest; pivotal voice and content creator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 320 ratings
  • Sota

    This is my comment. Great listen guys. Mn loves ya. The sky is the limit and keep going. Pay your bet! LolKeep #JimmyBigTime#Number1Podcast#SobiSucksButIsAwesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    berkley9
    United States4 months ago
  • Past the Barb - Earned, Not Engineered

    Some shows fill space.

    Past The Barb fills a cup.

    Educational without preaching.

    Entertaining without chasing noise.

    It lightens the load and sharpens the edge—exactly what a long season, a long drive, or a quiet night asks for.

    I’ll say this straight: my tempo runs inward. I’m wired for pauses, reflections, and what settles after the bite. But this crew balances me out. Your obsession with all things fishing and angling is pure, unapologetic, and earned. That kind of passion doesn’t drain ene... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orbital Turtle
    United States5 months ago
  • Sota

    This is my comment. Great listen guys. Mn loves ya. #Number1Podcast. #SobiSucksButIsAwesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    berkley9
    United States6 months ago
  • The. Best. Outdoor. Podcast

    This boys rock! The most relatable, fishing, hunting and life talk you could ask for! Give em a follow you won’t be disappointed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMcG052
    United States7 months ago
  • Tighten it up boys

    I enjoy the podcast, but 2.5 to 3.5 hours is excessive. I have a job, wife, and kids that need attention too. lol. Sobi is legit the best, though.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FromFishingToLaw
    United States8 months ago

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Spring Walleyes with Tom Boley | ML2 vs LVS34, 70lb Mille Lacs Bags & Cameraman Overboard
Q: What was your experience with the Mille Lacs Mille Lacs event and the new Champions Tour format?
It was eye-opening; the format worked smoothly, the youth officials were highly engaged and effective, and the live leaderboard created an exciting, high-pace competition that felt both challenging and inclusive for new participants.
Bill Lindner & The Art That Shaped Fishing: His First Ever Interview
Q: What sparked the Lindy rig's evolution and its impact on fishing around Brainerd?
The Lindy rig emerged from basement tinkering, guided by the Lindner family, and evolved as depth finders became available, turning deep-water fishing into a scalable, teachable method that transformed guiding and client success.
Bill Lindner & The Art That Shaped Fishing: His First Ever Interview
Q: Where did you grow up and how did your early environment shape your fishing career?
Bill outlines growing up in Chicago and Wisconsin with strong family ties to fishing, moving to Gull Lake and Brainerd, and discovering the Lindner trolling and jig designs early on, which framed his lifelong involvement with fishing media and gear.
The Rise of Adam Griffith: Lake Minnetonka Secrets, Wakeboat Destruction, and SNEAKY Spring Crappie Tips
Q: What set your Tonka tournament approach apart from others back in the day?
He avoided the crowd by targeting weed lines and less-pressured spots, used aggressive early-season patterning, and rotated starting spots to maximize opportunities without relying on shared community spots, which helped him and his partner consistently place highly.
Worst Bassmaster Classic Picks, $17,500 Mille Lacs Walleye & World’s Best Hot Sauce
Q: What makes the Bassmaster Classic venue in Knoxville special this year?
The group highlights the centralized layout, with the arena, expo, and launch all within a compact area, creating a one-stop experience and a dramatic final-day weigh-in.

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This show centers on fishing culture, competition, and outdoor lifestyle, blending long-form conversations with technical gear talk, tournament strategy, and behind-the-scenes storytelling from North American freshwater angling scenes. Episodes frequently explore the evolution of gear and technology, open-water and ice-fishing dynamics, tournament formats, and the personalities driving the sport forward, from champions and journalists to venue histories and regional fishing traditions. Noteworthy strengths include a candid, humorous tone, deep dives into equipment and techniques, and a steady stream of guest experts and industry insiders who illuminate the sport's evolving landscape. Potential listeners should expect generous banter, practi... more

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1. Nathan Lease
2. Tom Boley
3. Allan Nistler
4. Bill Lindner
5. Hays Baldwin
6. Brett Carlson
7. Owen Wilcox
8. Hayden Anderson

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