In this episode of the Black Speck Fishing Podcast, JD sits down with Dan Langston of the River Bottom Boys, fresh off a dominant win on Lake Eufaula in Oklahoma. Dan breaks down how he and his right‑hand man, Brannon Shelby — the net guy, the second set of eyes, and the steady voice in the boat — worked together with absolute chemistry to out‑fish a stacked field.

Dan shares the strategy behind their two‑day run, the adjustments that made the difference, and what it felt like to beat two of the toughest competitors on their home lake. His insight into crappie behavior, seasonal patterns, Livescope discipline, and decision‑making on the water is a masterclass for any angler.

From the early days of learning the craft to the moment they realized they had the weight to win, Dan opens up about the journey, the grind, and the partnership that powers the River Bottom Boys. And of course — he brings stories, laughs, and a wealth of knowledge that every crappie fisherman will appreciate.

If you love tournament talk, teamwork, and high‑level crappie strategy, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Les Standstipher, fresh off his inspiring win on the Crappie Masters National Trail. Les opens up about the faith that steadies him, the work ethic that drives him, and the long road of discipline, setbacks, and perseverance that led to his breakthrough moment on the national stage.
From early mornings on the water to the quiet moments when doubt creeps in, Les shares how he stayed grounded, stayed hungry, and stayed faithful. His story is more than a tournament recap — it’s a testimony of resilience, humility, and trusting God’s timing.
Whether you’re a competitive angler, a weekend fisherman, or someone who needs a reminder that hard work and faith still matter, this conversation will challenge you, encourage you, and fire you up for whatever waters you’re navigating.
This is the story behind the win — and the walk that made it possible.

On this episode of the Black Speck Fishing Podcast, JD sits down with Craig Robertson — a traveling tournament angler whose last few weeks have been nothing short of an adventure. From equipment failures on Grenada, to a lifesaving assist at the boat ramp, to a Buc-ee’s pit stop on the way to Kentucky, Craig’s journey is packed with stories that every crappie angler can relate to.
Craig breaks down what really happened with his crappie brakes at the Crappie Masters on Grenada, how PTG Outdoors came through in the clutch, and what he learned from fishing one of the most challenging lakes in the country. Then we follow him to Kentucky’s Cumberland Lake for the National Crappie League tournament — and yes, we get his honest review of Buc-ee’s.
But Craig’s story isn’t just about tournaments. It’s about heart.
He shares his passion for the HOI Crappie Trail, his insights on local lakes like Shelbyville, Banner Marsh, Decatur, Clinton, and Rend, and why he’s committed to supporting youth anglers through the CICC trail. His dedication to the next generation shines through every word.
This episode is full of laughs, lessons, and the kind of real‑life fishing moments that remind us why we love this sport. Craig’s willingness to travel, compete, and invest in young anglers makes his story one worth hearing.

Craig “The Crappie Cowboy” Nichols joins the show for a wide‑open conversation that spans two worlds most people never connect—bull riding and competitive crappie fishing. Craig shares what life was really like in the rodeo arena, how the toughness and discipline he learned there shaped his journey on the water, and the path that led him to becoming a national champion crappie angler. We dive into his upcoming run at Crappie Fest on Lake Fork, the techniques and gear he trusts when the stakes are high, and why innovations like crappie brakes are changing the way serious anglers control their boats. It’s a story of grit, transition, and mastery from one of the sport’s most respected voices.

In this episode, we open we take a deep dive into proper crappie rod and reel setups and what truly separates high‑quality gear from everything else on the water. Andy Lehman, founder of ACC Crappie Stix, breaks down how each rod in the ACC lineup is engineered for power, balance, and sensitivity, and why matching the right rod, reel, and line is the key to fishing at a higher level.
Andy explains how ACC was built around one mission: creating stronger, more sensitive, purpose‑built rods designed specifically for real crappie anglers and real crappie techniques. We explore the performance differences across the ACC lineup—Super Grips, Green Series, dock‑shooting rods, trolling rods, vertical jigging models, rear‑seat rods, and youth rods—and how each model delivers superior feel and control for its intended style of fishing.