Episodes

  • BAM Delta Pro/Am Champions Corner: The Blast Off With Bray
    May 4 2026

    BAM Delta Pro/Am Champions Corner: The Blast Off With Bray

    Take a seat in the Prize Vexus AVX 1880 that Christian Ostrander claimed after 3 days on the California Delta! We chat with J.D. Madden as we cover his Wire to Wire Co-Angler Win! J.D. gives additional tips about boating, respect, and Delta Tactics.

    Next, we cover Christian Ostrander who secured the win with a Total Weight of 63.24! This Delta guide is the first angler to win three Pro/Am events on the BAM Trail, and he dives deep into tactics, confidence, and his journey as a successful angler! Christian used unorthodox tactics to reach success!

    The Blast Off With Bray airs every Friday with special episodes like this throughout the season! Subscribe for more, and don't miss the stories of the West from your host, Michael Bray!


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    37 mins
  • The Blast Off With Bray Special Episode: BAM Delta Pro/Am Day 2 Leaders (Pro/Co/Scholastic Champ)
    May 3 2026

    The Blast Off With Bray Special Episode: BAM Delta Pro/Am Day 2 Leaders (Pro/Co/Scholastic Champ)

    Day 2 of the BAM Delta Pro/Am builds a Scholastic Series Champion and sets the stage for Championship Sunday! Sit down with the Pro & Co Leader as well as the High School Division Champion! Both leaders represent Western Angler Rods, and drop some BIG NEWS on rod releases!

    Chad Sweitzer sits on top as Mr. Consistent with back to back bags over 20 Pounds Totaling 42.57!

    J.D. Madden holds his lead on the Co-Side with 27.98 and talks about integrity, the ideal Co-Angler Attitude, and Big Bass Tactics for Day 3!

    Evan Birck wins the BAM Scholastic Series with a total of 22.10, and aims to lead Angler of the Year. This Delta Local covers his career plans.

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!

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    33 mins
  • Special Episode: BAM Delta Pro/Am Day 1 Leaders (Pro/Co/Scholastic)
    May 2 2026

    Special Episode: BAM Delta Pro/Am Day 1 Leaders (Pro/Co/Scholastic)

    Day 1 of the BAM Vexus Pro/Am on the California Delta has concluded with some hefty bags propelling anglers up the ranks. This episode covers the ones who have landed on Top, and let's punch into the details.

    Mark Casey leads it all on the Pro Side with 24.91lbs!

    J.D. Madden separates himself on the Co-Angler Division with 22.39, a 9.09 Pound Gap over 2nd!

    Ryder Staley leads the Scholastic Series with over 13 Pounds and a 5.70 Big Fish!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!


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    31 mins
  • The Blast Off With Bray- Episode: 5 Dive Into The Delta (BAM Delta Pro/Am Predictions)
    May 1 2026

    The Blast Off With Bray- Episode: 5 Dive Into The Delta (BAM Delta Pro/Am Predictions)

    The Blast Off moves to Big Break Marina on the California Delta. Following the BAM Pro/Am, Host Michael Bray sits down with Beau Joudrey, Zack Thompson, and Ted Perry! They cover why the Delta is a Unique Fishery, Tides, Techniques, and Tournament Winning Fish! Stay tuned for Special Episodes throughout the weekend as we follow the event!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!


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    37 mins
  • Special Episode: BAM Kayak Winners- Don Pedro Big Limits, Big Payouts!
    Apr 26 2026

    Special Episode: BAM Kayak Winners- Don Pedro (Big Limits, Big Payouts!)

    Host Michael Bray moves from Blast Off to the Winners Circle with the Top Finishers of the BAM Kayak Series Event at Lake Don Pedro! Meet your Champion, Isiah West, and Second Place Finisher Shane Jones! Hear about their headspace going into the event, the .50" gap between 1st & 2nd, and the tactics used to successfully break down Lake Don Pedro!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!


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    21 mins
  • The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 4: Cameron Black (Gone Catchin' Guide Service)
    Apr 24 2026

    The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 4: Cameron Black (Gone Catchin' Guide Service)

    Gone Catchin' Guide & BAM Super 60 Pro Cameron Black joins us for Blast Off! Cameron covers his 22 years of guiding in the PNW, his love for smallmouth, joys of the job, and how to make yourself marketable! Cameron is a Content Creator for Addicted Fishing and will cover some of his documentaries and the amazing opportunities his job entails!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!

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    39 mins
  • The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 3: Joey Silva (Coikes, Kayak Fishing, Bass Kayak Championship)
    Apr 17 2026

    The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 3: Joey Silva (Coike's, Kayak Fishing, Bass Kayak Championship Qualified)

    Distinguished Kayak Angler, Joey Silva, joins us for Blast Off! Santa Rosa resident breaks down the benefits of Foward Facing Sonar, Kayak Fishing, Coikes! Joey shares about his journey, goals, key techniques, and how he secured a 2nd Place Finish at the Oregon Bass Nation Qualifier to secure his spot in the BASS Kayak Championship next year!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!

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    40 mins
  • The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 2: Pro Mark Pilgrim (Sponsorships, Smallmouth & Spring Fishing)
    Apr 10 2026

    The Blast Off With Bray- Episode 2: Pro Mark Pilgrim (Sponsorships, Smallmouth & Spring Fishing)

    Super 60 Pro Tour Angler Mark Pilgrim joins us for Blast Off! Mark resides in Chester, California and is a guide on Lake Almanor, a renowned smallmouth destination. This episode cover all things sponsorships, smallmouth fishing, spring techniques, and some key baits you need in your boat! A lot of knowledge is shared, and these are details you don't want to miss!

    Dive in with Host Michael Bray as he seeks the stories, history, and heart of Bass Fishing in the West and beyond. Michael Bray is also the Head Coach of the Simpson University Bass Fishing Team and Tournament Director for Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail.

    New Episodes of Bray's Outdoor Productions will be released every Friday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and Deezer!

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    39 mins