Louisiana Legends

The Louisiana Legends Podcast brings you real conversations with the people who live and breathe the Louisiana outdoors. From inshore guides and hardcore anglers to industry voices and under-the-radar killers, we sit down with the guys who actually know how to find and catch fish when it matters. This isn’t fluff or recycled info. It’s raw, experience-driven insight from the marsh, Lake Pontchartrain, and beyond. We talk tactics, stories, failures, wins, and everything in between. We get into the stuff that actually affects fishing in Louisiana, including the Menhaden Debate, Water Access Battles, New Creel Limits, and the ongoing fight between Dredging and River Diversions. No politics for the sake of it, just real conversations about what’s happening and how it impacts the fishery. Whether you're chasing speckled trout, redfish, or just trying to level up your game, this podcast gives you a front-row seat to how Louisiana’s best think and operate. New episodes weekly. Stay Legendary.

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  He Rescued A Fisherman Who Refused A Helicopter Rescue | Rob Buck

  Sep 6, 20261 hour

  Rob Buck has spent over 15 years rescuing boaters in South Louisiana, and if you fish Venice, Louisiana, there’s a good chance you’ve either heard his name or needed his number. In this episode of Louisiana Legends, we sit down with Rob Buck of Sea Tow South Louisiana to talk about the real dangers of fishing Venice, how fast the Mississippi River Delta changes, and why even experienced fishermen can get into serious trouble if they don’t respect the water. Rob shares stories from years of pulling boats off sandbars, rocks, shallow passes, and mud flats — including one unbelievable rescue where a stranded fisherman was missing from Friday to Sunday, ran out of fuel, was covered in mud and blood, and still refused to leave his boat when a helicopter showed up. We also break down some of the most dangerous areas around Venice, including Tiger Pass, South Pass, Cubits Gap, Octave, the Jump, and other places where GPS tracks can give fishermen a false sense of security. Rob explains why tide range, river level, moon phase, sediment, and constantly shifting sandbars can make yesterday’s safe route a completely different situation today. If you’ve ever launched in Venice, run the river, chased trout, fished the beaches, or thought about making your first trip down there, this episode is packed with information that could save your boat — and maybe your life. We also get into Rob’s background, from growing up in the New Orleans area to working in banking, land development, BP response work, and eventually building a life around the water. Along the way, Rob shares what he’s learned from decades of fishing, towing, rescuing, and navigating one of the most dangerous and rewarding fisheries in the country. This is a must-watch for anyone who fishes South Louisiana. Follow Louisiana Legends for more conversations with the people, stories, and places that make Louisiana one of a kind.

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  He Invented the Corky. His Neighbor Became a Big Trout LEGEND | Paul Brown & Bruce Baugh

  Aug 30, 20261h 56m

  We drove across Louisiana to sit down with two men who helped shape modern speckled trout fishing: Paul Brown and Bruce Baugh. Paul Brown is the creator of the legendary Corky , a lure that became synonymous with targeting trophy speckled trout along the Gulf Coast. Sitting beside him is Bruce Baugh , Troutmasters Angler of the Year, lifelong wade fisherman, and one of the most respected big-trout anglers to ever fish Louisiana and Texas waters. And these two aren't just fishing legends. They're neighbors. In this episode, Paul tells the incredible story of how the Corky was developed, built by hand, tested by hardcore fishermen, modified until it behaved exactly the way trophy-trout anglers needed it to, and eventually became one of the most iconic speckled trout lures ever created. Bruce takes us back to the glory days of trophy trout fishing, when Calcasieu Lake was producing numbers of giant trout that sound almost impossible today. He explains how he learned to target big fish, why he became obsessed with wade fishing, how he competed in the original Troutmasters circuit, and what happened to some of the legendary fisheries that once produced enormous speckled trout. They talk about 13-pound trout, 9- and 10-pound-class fish, Corky secrets, old-school lure making, Troutmasters, Baffin Bay, Port Mansfield, Calcasieu Lake, conservation, gill nets, oyster reefs, wade fishing, releasing trophy trout, and decades of Gulf Coast fishing history. But the best part isn't the accomplishments. It's getting to sit under a dock and listen to two old friends tell the stories themselves. No internet research. No secondhand stories. No fishing folklore passed down through five different people. Paul Brown and Bruce Baugh, in their own words. This is Louisiana fishing history. If you love speckled trout fishing, trophy trout, Louisiana fishing history, the Corky, wade fishing, or simply hearing stories from the people who were actually there, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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  How Josh Hall Became One of Louisiana's Fishiest Anglers

  Aug 23, 202659 min

  If you fish Louisiana, chances are you've heard Josh Hall's name. While he may not be the loudest voice in the fishing world, those who know, know. Josh has spent decades mastering Louisiana's marshes, dominating redfish tournaments, and learning Lake Pontchartrain one tide at a time. In this episode of Louisiana Legends Podcast , Josh shares the lessons he's learned from thousands of days on the water, from chasing giant trout around Seabrook and the Causeway to sight fishing redfish at the highest level of tournament competition. We dive into: • How Chas Champagne helped shape Josh's fishing career • Why Lake Pontchartrain is getting better every year • The truth about Delacroix's changing redfish population • Tournament strategies that consistently produce winning fish • The difference between finding fish and finding tournament fish • Bank fishing stories that every Louisiana angler will appreciate • Josh's custom spinnerbait that can survive dozens of redfish • Why he stopped filling the freezer with fish • His plans for charter fishing and life on the water Whether you're chasing speckled trout, sight fishing redfish, or just love hearing stories from anglers who've earned their reputation the hard way, this is an episode you don't want to miss. If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to Like , Subscribe , and leave a comment letting us know who you'd like to see on Louisiana Legends Podcast next. Follow Louisiana Legends Podcast for more conversations with the people who have shaped Louisiana fishing.

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  Sammy Romano: Behind the Counter at Louisiana’s Most Iconic Tackle Shop

  Aug 16, 20261h 28m

  Everyone in Louisiana knows Chag's. But very few people know the stories behind the counter. In this episode of the Louisiana Legends Podcast , we sit down with Sammy Romano , the longtime manager of Chag's Sporting Goods and one of the most respected voices in Louisiana fishing. After spending more than three decades talking to the best fishermen in the state, Sammy has seen Louisiana's fisheries change firsthand. From the legendary trout fishing of the 1990s to today's debates over habitat loss, pogey boats, and conservation, he shares stories and insights that only someone with a front-row seat could tell. We also dive into: How Chag's became a Louisiana icon Growing up fishing Lafitte and the New Orleans area The glory days of Seabrook, Breton Sound, Elmer's Island, and Chandeleur The biggest trout and bass stories of his life Why finding patterns matters more than finding spots How Louisiana's marshes have changed over the last 40 years What every angler gets wrong about fisheries management Behind-the-scenes stories about some of Louisiana's greatest fishermen Whether you've been shopping at Chag's for decades or you're just getting into fishing, this episode is packed with history, stories, and knowledge you won't hear anywhere else. If you love Louisiana fishing, subscribe because we've got more conversations with the legends who built our fishing culture. Like the video if you enjoyed it. Tell us your favorite Chag's memory or the best piece of fishing advice you've ever received.

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  The Prince of Lake Pontchartrain | Chas Champagne

  Aug 9, 20262h 4m

  Chas Champagne just gave us nearly three decades of Louisiana fishing knowledge in one conversation. Most people know Chas as the founder of Matrix Shad, but the real story goes much deeper. He started as a kid obsessed with fishing, learned directly from some of the greatest anglers Lake Pontchartrain has ever produced, and eventually built one of the most recognizable fishing brands in Louisiana. In this episode, Chas explains how Matrix Shad really started, why most fishermen overthink lure color, what separates great anglers from everyone else, and why covering water is one of the most important skills in fishing. He also tells the truth about what happened to Lake Pontchartrain’s trophy trout, why the fishing was so incredible in the late 1990s, how the MRGO closure changed the entire ecosystem, and what freshwater diversions, Mardi Gras Pass, river levels, hurricanes, and saltwater intrusion are doing to Louisiana’s fisheries. We also get into: • The fishing legends who taught Chas everything • The early days of Matrix Shad • Pouring prototype baits one at a time • Why Lemonhead became one of the most successful colors ever • The biggest mistake most artificial lure fishermen make • Why lure action matters more than tiny color differences • The rise and decline of Lake Pontchartrain trophy trout • Where Chas would target a STAR winning speckled trout • Venice, the Chandeleur Islands, South Pass, and Block 69 • Fishing memories that still guide him decades later • The truth about building a successful fishing company • Raising his daughter Blakely in the fishing world • And the wild story of the kids who stole his baitcasting rods This is not just the story of Matrix Shad. It is the story of a kid who walked away from baseball, dedicated his life to fishing, and became one of the most respected and influential anglers in Louisiana. Watch the full episode and hear Chas Champagne tell it himself. Subscribe to Louisiana Legends for more conversations with the people who shaped Louisiana fishing.

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