For decades, the Majestic Bass Tournament on Lake Darbonne has been more than just a fishing event, it’s been a family tradition for some, a cornerstone of the local community, and the one bragging right that everyone who fishes it, wants. On this episode, Nolan brought back your favorite guest, Greg Hicks, and they sat down with Dale Taylor, the man who started it all, and his grandson Daniel Taylor who’s helping carry the legacy forward. Together, they talk about the roots of the tournament, unforgettable stories from the water, what makes Lake Darbonne special, and how a shared love of fishing is passed from one generation to the next. This one’s full of heart, history, and the hometown pride carried outside the banks of Farmerville Louisiana.

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In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan West sits down with Connor Nimrod, founder of Tournament Technologies in West Monroe, to talk about how technology is transforming competitive fishing from the dock to the data stream. They dive into the story behind Tournament Technologies, the challenges of todays fishing, and what the future holds for anglers and organizers alike. Plus, they touch on where innovation might lead, from live leaderboards to next-gen battery tech like sodium-oxygen systems that could power the field. If you love fishing and gear and want to peek behind the curtain of what it takes to catch big fish, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of the Spotted Dog Podcast, Nolan sits down with Richard Albritton, one of the owners of Spotted Dog, widely considered the best archery technician around, and Zach Poole from Rafter P who is a custom knife maker who happens to be a full-blown archery expert. The crew dives into what it takes to shoot accurately at long distances, their favorite moments from the Total Archery Challenge, and the newest gear that’s actually worth your money. They also break down the archery details most hunters miss, from arrows, sights, rests, and more. Whether you’re new to archery or chasing that next-level setup, this episode is packed with knowledge you won’t hear anywhere else but here.

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