Best Dave Mercer Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 425 - Paul Marks, Tucker Smith and Luke Palmer 50:16

10h ago50:16

50:16

Paul Marks, Tucker Smith and Luke Palmer join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Drew Cook and Paul Marks "Head To Head" on MERCER-210 2:12:20

4d ago2:12:20

2:12:20

This past weekend two elite series champions had an incredible head-to-head battle on Lake Hartwell. It was a Sight Fishing Master, Drew Cook versus a Herring Master, Paul Marks. This unbelievable battle played out blow-for-blow on BassLive for the fishing world to see. Less than 24 hours after the tournament we sat down with both Drew Cook and Pau…

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Dustin Connell "Hate Is Tackling Fuel" on MERCER-209 1:15:57

11d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Alabama pro angler Dustin Connell is a former Elite Series champion and Rookie of the Year. He has stacked up 5 MLF wins and has won 3 out of the last 4 Redcrest Championships. Clearly DC is a force to be reckoned with no matter where he is fishing. Hot off his most recent Redcrest win, he joins the podcast to catch up and share his take on today's…

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Episode 424 - Trey McKinney, Brandon Lester and Kyle Welcher 50:16

16d ago50:16

50:16

Trey McKinney, Brandon Lester and Kyle Welcher join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Kyle Welcher and Jake's Take on MERCER-208 1:56:01

18d ago1:56:01

1:56:01

Stone Cold Kyle Welcher is a 3 time Classic Qualifier and a 2 time Angler of the Year. He joins the podcast hot off his record-breaking victory on the Pasquotank River where he shattered the all-time win margin record by winning his first Elite Series tournament by 45lb 7oz. But that’s not all! We are then joined by bassmaster videographer, Jake La…

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Episode 423 - John Crews and Casey Scanlon 50:18

23d ago50:18

50:18

John Crews and Casey Scanlon join host Thom Abraham in this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Carl Jocumsen "Being Positive Is Nearly Impossible" on MERCER-207 1:58:35

25d ago1:58:35

1:58:35

Carl Jocumsen is a bassmaster elite series champion and a three time classic qualifier. His incredible power of positivity and confidence fuelled him to chase a dream that was literally on the other side of the world. But none of that comes without work. Even the ultra optimistic Jocumsen will tell you being positive is nearly impossible. But that’…

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Episode 422 - Hunter Shryock, Jake Whitaker and Drew McNutt 50:32

30d ago50:32

50:32

Hunter Shryock, Jake Whitaker and Drew McNutt join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Lee Livesay "Cheating Is Stealing" on MERCER-206 1:23:13

1M ago1:23:13

1:23:13

Lee Livesay is a 4 time bassmaster winner and a 5 time classic qualifier with 2 bassmaster century belts. Lee is a Busch Light drinking, Whiskey Myers listening, bass catching bad ass from the red dirt of Lake Fork that prides himself on being a straight shooter that plays the game the right way. In his eyes, cheating is stealing!…

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Episode 421 (Bassmaster Classic Special) - Easton Fothergill, Trey McKinney and Lee Livesay 50:32

1M ago50:32

50:32

Easton Fothergill, Trey McKinney and Lee Livesay join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Bassmaster Classic Champion Easton Fothergill - Easton To Beaston!! & Jake's Take on MERCER-205 2:17:24

1M ago2:17:24

2:17:24

Hot off his Historic Bassmaster Classic victory, Easton Fothergill joins the podcast. We discuss his incredible victory on Lake Ray Roberts. His inspiring story of overcoming horrific obstacles and a whole list of hot topics. But that’s not all! Then we are joined by bassmaster videographer, Jake Latendresse with the ultimate Bassmaster behind-the-…

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Episode 420 - Don Day, Dan Quinn and Bob Cobb 50:20

2M ago50:20

50:20

Don Day, Dan Quinn and Bob Cobb join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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John Garrett "All Pro Anglers Tell Lies" on MERCER-204 1:28:40

2M ago1:28:40

1:28:40

John Garrett is one of the brightest young stars in pro fishing. Not only is he a former College Bass Champion but he won an Elite Series title in only his 3rd event and finished his rookie season with a top 10 in Angler of the Year. Rookie luck? Not likely. This week he will compete in his second Bassmaster Classic and will do so as the current le…

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Episode 419 - Laker Howell, Chris Zaldain and Mark Zona 51:00

2M ago51:00

51:00

Laker Howell, Chris Zaldain and Mark Zona join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Seth Feider and Jake's Take "Anglers Who Read the Rules are Cheaters" on MERCER-203 1:49:50

2M ago1:49:50

1:49:50

Seth Feider is a 2-time Bassmaster winner and the 2021 Bassmaster Angler-of-the-Year. Feider has built a legion of loyal fans that connect with his open, honest and down-to-earth attitude. This week he once again returns to the podcast and as always “the lama” tells it like he sees it. Right down to the fact that he believes if you study the rule b…

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Episode 418 - Brandon Palaniuk, John Garrett and David Gaston 50:10

2M ago50:10

50:10

Brandon Palaniuk, John Garrett and David Gaston join this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Brandon Palaniuk, Bill Lowen and Jake's Take on MERCER-202 3:10:10

2M ago3:10:10

3:10:10

Buckle up and get ready for a mega show this week. We have the first two Bassmaster Elite Series Champions of 2025. Both Lake Okeechobee Champion Brandon Palaniuk & St Johns River Champion Bill Lowen join the show to celebrate their incredible victories. Then BASS Live videographer Jake Latendresse gives his take on the first two events of the seas…

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Episode 417 - Bill Lowen, Jay Przekurat and Shane LeHew 50:24

2M ago50:24

50:24

Bill Lowen, Jay Przekurat and Shane LeHew join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Ish Monroe Bought a Ferrari From Bass Fishing on MERCER-201 1:12:17

2M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

Ish Monroe is a 5-time Bassmaster winner and a 10-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier. Throughout his career, he has definitely lived up to the moniker, B.S.S. (Big Bass Specialist). However, Ish is not only a top competitor on the water. It seems he is a big wheel in the board room as well. His incredible work ethic and tireless drive has made him o…

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Episode 416 - Jack Wagner, Chris Miller and Dave Mercer 50:07

2M ago50:07

50:07

Jack Wagner, Chris Miller and Dave Mercer join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Bill Dance-A Jitterbug to a Juggernaut on MERCER-200 1:10:38

2M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

Bill Dance has won 7 Bassmaster events, he is a 3 time Bassmaster Angler of the Year and he even has the honour of catching the first bass ever caught in a Bassmaster tournament! The crazy part is, he did all that before he was 40 years old. At 39 years old Bill Dance retired from competition and put his full time focus into TV. Since then, he has …

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Episode 415 - Scott Canterbury, John Cox and Neil Paul 50:31

3M ago50:31

50:31

Scott Canterbury, John Cox and Neil Paul join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Cooper Gallant "I'm So Focused I Forget I Am In A Tournament" on MERCER-199 1:28:30

3M ago1:28:30

1:28:30

Cooper Gallant is a 3 time Bassmaster Classic qualifier, a Bassmaster Open winner, a YouTuber and a certified fishing addict. Some people choose pro angling and pro angling chooses some people. Coop is definitely the later. Without fishing he actually claims to go into withdrawal. He is obsessed with the sport and finally hoisting an Elite Series t…

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Episode 414 - Eric Lopez, Mark Menendez and Kyle Jessie 50:01

3M ago50:01

50:01

Eric Lopez, Mark Menendez and Kyle Jessie join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Jason Christie-One of the Most Feared Men in Fishing on MERCER-198 1:26:26

3M ago1:26:26

1:26:26

Is Jason Christie really one of the most feared men in bass fishing? Not by fans of the sport but if you have to compete against him that’s a whole different story. Christie has 18 tour level wins, he has fished in 10 Bassmaster Classics and he won the Super Bowl of Bass Fishing in 2022. Not only is that resume scary, it gets even more intimidating…

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Episode 413 - Steve Kennedy, Chase Clarke and Jake Peck 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

Steve Kennedy, Chase Clarke and Jake Peck join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Brandon Palaniuk and Kyle Vandever- Not Another F#&$ING Podcast! on MERCER-197 1:51:32

3M ago1:51:32

1:51:32

I get it. The last thing the world needs is another podcast but it needs this one. Brandon Palaniuk is a former Bass Nation National Champion, he has qualified for 13 Bassmaster Classics, won 6 Bassmaster Tournaments and 2 Bassmaster Angler of the Year titles. Kyle Vandever is an outdoor videographer & producer that not only shoots the incredible B…

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Episode 412 - Bill Lowen, Drew Gregory and Scott Martin 49:40

3M ago49:40

49:40

Bill Lowen, Drew Gregory and Scott Martin join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Denny Brauer "Can Still Kick Your bASS!" on MERCER-196 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is the 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box, he made two appearances on the David Letterman Show and he actually taught Ozzy Osborne how to cast! Although this Bass Fishing Hall of Famer has been away from tour l…

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Episode 411 - Greg Hackney, Alan Clemons and Carl Jocumsen 50:06

4M ago50:06

50:06

Greg Hackney, Alan Clemons and Carl Jocumsen join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Matt Herren "Take That God Forsaken Thing Off The Front of My Boat!" on MERCER-195 1:52:19

4M ago1:52:19

1:52:19

Matt Herren is a 10-time Bassmaster Classic Qualifier, a 5-time FLW Cup qualifier and a former TTBC Champion. But over the last 2 years he has quickly become one of the loudest voices against FFS. However, as this podcast will reveal, Matt has become a conflicted man with a love hate relationship with the newest technology. This week he joins the p…

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Episode 410 - Ish Monroe, Mike Iaconelli and Derek Remitz 50:05

4M ago50:05

50:05

Ish Monroe, Mike Iaconelli and Derek Remitz join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Justin Hamner and Rob Newell on MERCER-194 3:13:54

4M ago3:13:54

3:13:54

Buckle up humpers because this week is another double dose of goodness. First we kick things off with the reigning and defending Bassmaster Classic Champion Justin Hamner. Then we are joined by 30 year industry veteran Rob Newell. Whether it’s been as a writer, a reporter or a photographer for over 3 decades Newell has had a front row seat to some …

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Episode 409 - Brandon Lester, Kyle Jessie and Ronnie Moore 49:23

4M ago49:23

49:23

Brandon Lester, Kyle Jessie and Ronnie Moore join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Kevin VanDam - From Tournaments to Television on MERCER-193 1:39:49

4M ago1:39:49

1:39:49

Kevin VanDam is the most accomplished angler in the history of professional bass fishing. KVD is a 7-time Bassmaster Angler of the Year, a 4-time Bassmaster Classic Champion with a record 25 Bassmaster Wins, 4 MLF wins and a FLW Angler of the Year title. All of that adds up to over 7 million in earnings and countless records. However, competitive a…

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Episode 408 - Chris Johnston, Trey McKinney and Easton Fothergill 49:21

4M ago49:21

49:21

Chris Johnston, Trey McKinney and Easton Fothergill join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Episode 407 - Drew Benton, Gene Gilliland and Cody Meyer 49:57

4M ago49:57

49:57

Drew Benton, Gene Gilliland and Cody Meyer join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona - Guess Who's Back! on MERCER-192 1:43:22

5M ago1:43:22

1:43:22

It’s the Mercer Podcast Festive Special and it’s a good one! What Pat Summerall and John Madden were to Football, Tommy Sanders and Mark Zona are to Professional Bass Fishing. Both are individually members of the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame. But together they have a unique chemistry and an engaging connection that not only educates but it entertains.…

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Episode 406 - John Crews, Bernie Schultz and Tyler Campbell 49:20

5M ago49:20

49:20

John Crews, Bernie Schultz and Tyler Campbell join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Byron Velvick - It Takes Balls To Be A Pro Angler on MERCER-191 2:08:07

5M ago2:08:07

2:08:07

Buckle up! This one gets extra SPICY! Byron Velvick is a 3 time Bassmaster winner and a 2 time Classic qualifier. He is a big bait pioneer from the west coast that has won 14 boats and a dang Rolex! He is truly one of the greatest promoters of the sport of fishing. He was once “The Bachelor” on ABC which resulted in him being a guest on every major…

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Kyle Welcher Would Rather Eat a Snake Than A Tomato on MERCER-190 1:26:53

5M ago1:26:53

1:26:53

Stone Cold Kyle Welcher is a three-time Bassmaster Classic Qualifier and the 2023 Bassmaster Angler of the Year. Welcher, a former professional gambler, is one of the brightest young stars in pro fishing. His incredible mind and unique outlook on angling is truly remarkable. This week he joins the podcast to have a very open, honest and sometimes a…

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Jonathon VanDam-Battling To Get Back to Bassmaster on MERCER-189 1:05:44

5M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Jonathan VanDam is a 2 time Bassmaster winner and a 2 time Classic Qualifier. After several years competing on the Bass Pro Tour, JVD wants back to B.A.S.S. In 2025 he will voluntarily step away from MLF and he will roll the dice in the Bassmaster Opens with hopes of once again qualifying for the Elite Series. But first he joins the podcast to talk…

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Brent Ehrler Really Wants to See a UFO! on MERCER-188 1:36:49

5M ago1:36:49

1:36:49

Brent Ehrler has 9 tour-level wins including the Forest Wood Cup victory equaling an incredible 3.2 million dollars in winnings. This week the west coast legend joins the podcast for the very first time. But don’t worry, Ehrler does not hold back. He dishes the dirt on tournaments, UFOs, Sasquatches and so, so much more.Like, Comment and Click here…

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Clark Wendlandt - Forward Forced Into Retirement on MERCER-187 1:26:30

6M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Clark Wendlandt has won an incredible 4 Angler of the Year titles. He has qualified for 6 Bassmaster Classics and 18 FLW Cups. By anyone’s standards Clark has had a Hall of Fame career. Just last week he shocked many by announcing his retirement, making him the first professional angler to step away from competition and openly admit he is leaving b…

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Greg Hackney, Lee Livesay & Davy Hite - No Entry Fees??? on MERCER-186 1:24:36

6M ago1:24:36

1:24:36

B.A.S.S. rocked the fishing world by announcing no entry fee events on the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series. Some love it, some not so much. This week we are joined by Greg Hackney, Lee Livesay & Davy Hite to dissect the good, the bad and the ugly of this monumental change in the sport.By Dave Mercer

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Greg Hackney-Spooky Times We Are Living In on MERCER-185 1:52:36

6M ago1:52:36

1:52:36

The “Hack Attack” is back. Greg Hackney is a 6 time Bassmaster winner, an 18 time Classic qualifier and the 2014 Bassmaster Angler of the Year. Hackney has won almost every title there is to win in professional bass fishing. This week he once again joins the podcast for a very candid conversation that goes absolutely everywhere.…

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The Elite 9 on MERCER-184 2:29:59

6M ago2:29:59

2:29:59

One show with 9 Bassmaster Elite Series anglers. That’s right, we pulled it off! We have all nine of the newest Elite Series qualifiers in one show! Buckle up and get ready for the Elite 9 - Easton Fothergill, Cody Meyer, Tucker Smith, Paul Marks, Emil Wagner, Andrew Loberg, Dakota Ebare, Beau Browning and Evan Kung all on one friggin' show!!!…

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Matt Robertson and Logan Parks on MERCER-183 2:22:20

7M ago2:22:20

2:22:20

This week we once again have a double dose of goodness. First we kick things off with Logan Parks hot off his Bassmaster Elite Series rookie season & just a week after his groundbreaking NSANE tournament for high school & college anglers. He even brings on the winners; Banks Shaw & Kieran Stephenson. Then we are joined by the man more slick than an…

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Byron Velvick Finding Balls, Big Baits & The Bachelor on MERCER-182 1:52:37

7M ago1:52:37

1:52:37

Byron Velvick is a 3 time Bassmaster winner and a 2 time Classic qualifier. He is a big bait pioneer from the west coast that has won 14 boats and a dang Rolex! He is truly one of the greatest promoters of the sport of fishing. He was once “The Bachelor” on ABC which resulted in him being a guest on every major talk show on TV. The whole time he wa…

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Alfred Williams & Jake's Take with Jake Latendresse on MERCER-181 1:52:37

7M ago1:52:37

1:52:37

First we kick things off with Bassmaster videographer Jake Latendresse with Jake’s Take. Just back from the recent Bassmaster College Classic Bracket on Tims Ford Lake in Tennessee. Then we are joined by the Frog Father - Alfred Williams is a true tournament trailblazer. Not only was he the first black angler to ever qualify for the Bassmaster Clas…

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