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Bent

Fishing can be slow. Podcasts about fishing shouldn’t be. That’s why we created Bent, the unapologetic fishing podcast that moves faster than a tournament bass boat but doesn’t take itself near as seriously. Hosts Joe Cermele and Miles Nolte welcome anglers of all backgrounds and interests, from hardcore crappie jiggers to dry-fly purists to offshore tuna addicts. Even if you’re just mildly fish curious, this podcast has something for you: regional fishing reports, tackle tips, trash talk, etymology, weekly news, trivia, even suggestions on how to piss off your fishing guide. Come for the soggy cooler sandwiches; stay for the raccoon-eyes tan lines. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

Ep. 9: It Puts the Lotion on the Swimbait

Bent

  • 790 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 01:08:50

This week on the $10,000 Pyramid Sinker, earn coupons for super-sizing that McShark sandwich at Euro McDonald’s, finally figure out how to choose the perfect coke spoon for lake trout, discover why horses are dying for your big bass fantasies, and learn tips for cleaning black mold out of your dream boat.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 8: Quit Gaping at my Gar

Bent

  • 890 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 01:09:53

In this week’s match game for mullet soakers, we learn the best position for making tainted love on a drift boat, examine coping mechanisms for carp death across the pond, confirm that Canadians want to throw boiling hot Tim Horton’s coffee in the face of every American, and celebrate the fact that at least one person in Australia likes us.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 7: How to Pose with Goldfish

Bent

  • 950 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 01:10:12

This week on Cliff’s Notes for catfishermen, we flail our way to anaphylactic shock, learn about Tik Tok's secret plan to destroy our fisheries, get schooled on vigilante street justice in the river parking lots of Montana, explore why a Gorilla Pod is your most important piece of tackle, and say farewell to a striper legend with a skeptical send off.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 6: My Walleye Tastes Funny

Bent

  • 850 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 01:04:13

In this intro course to spooning, we don our Power Gloves for a round of Nintendo commercial trawling, Steve Rinella drops by to sell you a gently used boat, a very fishy lady serves walleye glazed with human feces to unsuspecting guests, and we try to give hope to Western steelheaders but fail miserably.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ep: 5: Turd Flies and Codfish Gravy

Bent

  • 830 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 54:18

This week on the short bus to fishing glory, you'll get a hot tip on keeping your dry flies high as a kite with budget white powder, a warning that if you're not careful muskies will turn you into a mediocre writer, a secret about using six dirty-ass sinkers to have the best summer ever, and a history lesson about a time when grenades were fun for the whole family.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 4: Eating Fried Smallmouth off the Waffle House Kid's Menu

Bent

  • 820 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 01:08:23

In this installment of pro tips for low lifes, you'll learn why Roland Martin DVDs are the next Bitcoin, the scientific name for that awkward little nubbin on a catfish's back, why Connecticut is the new Saskatchewan for pike fishing, and how much effort it takes to get on a semi-pro-staff.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 1: Welcome to Bent, Degenerate Angler

Bent

  • 920 views
  • over 3 years ago
  • 55:12

In this inaugural episode of Bent, find out why everyone is laughing at your trout vest, how to make an easy million dollars betting on sharks, why the coronavirus is a win for surf casters, and if the next global pandemic will come from fish.   Connect with Joe, Miles, and MeatEater Joe and Miles on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch