In this episode of the Black Speck Fishing Podcast, we sit down with one of the brightest young guns in the crappie world — Bryce Acreman. Fresh off his Big Fish win at Crappiefest, Bryce walks us through the moment he climbed into the hot seat and held on as angler after angler tried to knock him out. We break down his strategy, his mindset, and how he kept his composure while that winning fish held strong.

We also dive into his faith, his family roots, and the influence of his grandfather — a pastor who closed out Crappiefest in prayer and shared in Bryce’s victory. From learning Livescope to mastering Power Brakes, Bryce talks about the tools, lessons, and growing pains that have shaped him into one of the most exciting up‑and‑coming anglers in the sport.

Plus, we recap the latest Crappie Masters tournament weekend — the highs, the heartbreaks, and the storylines that defined the event.

If you love hearing the rise of the next generation of crappie anglers, this is one you won’t want to miss.

REDD’s Hair Jigs. Adam shares how growing up in Mesquite Texas shaped his fishing roots, who taught him the fundamentals of chasing slabs, and the long learning curve that turned him into the fisherman he is today.

We dive deep into the art of tying hair jigs, why Adam builds different jig‑head shapes and sizes, and how he chooses colors based on water clarity, weather, and fish behavior. From jig weight selection to when hair outperforms plastics, Adam breaks down the details only a true craftsman sees.

Then we shift gears for a Crappie Masters tournament recap, covering the highs, lows, and lessons learned on Lake Eufaula. JD walks through strategy adjustments, what the bite looked like, how the field performed, and the takeaways that will shape the next day of the tournament.

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Ken, a man whose life on the water is anchored in something far deeper than technique or talent — it’s anchored in his walk with God. Ken shares how faith has shaped every part of his journey, from the way he approaches a day on the lake to the way he approaches people, challenges, and the quiet moments when God speaks the loudest.
He shares some great fishing tips, opens up about learning to trust God’s timing, choosing peace over conflict, and striving to get along with others. This conversation is more than fishing talk — it’s a testimony. It’s about living with intention, treating people with grace, and recognizing God’s hand in the everyday moments we often overlook.