David Gaston and The Homeless Fisherman on MERCER-165

This week we have another double dose of goodness. First, we are joined by Bassmaster Elite Series pro David Gaston, who recently caught a 831 LB record Tuna. He tells the crazy, jaw-dropping story of the 11-hour fight aboard the 66ft Fat Chick. Then we hook up with The Homeless Fishermen - Marshall Arnwine. Who tells his incredibly inspiring story that just a few years ago, had him eating out of the garbage to today, being a rapidly growing content creator in search of the next world record bass. You don’t wanna miss this episode of the Mercer podcast!
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[@factsoffishing]

Thanks for watching again this week. All of your support is truly appreciated. Please remember to like 👍 this video and do me a favour & check out The Homeless Fisherman’s KZbin channel. Tell him I sent ya - youtube.com/@thehomelessfisherman?si=Dwm4SLd31zRbli7Z

[@davidcahan2978]

This double up show is awesome! 60 ft boat to a paddle board. 800lb+ tuna to 10lb bass! You have interesting guests- you make them interesting! I believe you’re the Johnny Carson of podcasts! You bring out the best in folks and their interesting lives & history! Hopefully Marshall will be in the celebrity tourney at the next classic.

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks David, Glad you enjoyed it

[@briane.mcguire197]

Wow you just keep topping your own weekly shows Dude.!!! Thnxs for two of the most interesting guests ever. Smiles all the way m laughs too, thanks Dude, lol thank your wife for all her help with best Podcast on Utube.

[@buschleaguebassin]

Guy says “there are no facts of fishing” without even skipping a beat 😂😂 Love it! Marshall’s a boss! Great show again Dave!

[@factsoffishing]

Glad you enjoyed it, I was going to call him on that Facts line but I let it slide. He is a great dude

[@byronhendrixfishing8393]

I didn’t know that about Hudnall and as someone that just passed 9 years clean from sticking a needle in my arm. It does get better. And bass fishing is part of what saved me. So yes it does get better and as someone that’s been down that road and been to prison. Your past doesn’t have to define you and since being clean I’ve gotten to free lance film for Scott Martin for 3 years. I’ve done a few things for Welcher and got to film a segment for Roland Martin and that I know my dad was smiling down on me when I filmed for Roland. So whoever is out there struggling it does get better when you decide enough is enough.

[@factsoffishing]

Thank you for sharing. Stories like that really help people

[@Nate_Higgins]

Killer episode. Saltwater and Homeless Fisherman. Something different. Great call, and well done.

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks Nate, Glad you enjoyed, let’s hope everyone else feels the same

[@byronhendrixfishing8393]

Omg yes lol totally the Jeff Spicoli of bass fishing 😂😂😂 All I need is a paddle board and a rod and I’m fine 😂😂😂 twist off the original all I need are some tasty waves and a cool buzz and I’m fine lol

[@factsoffishing]

😂😂😂

[@collector_effectors]

Another super banger Dave! Homeless Fisherman is legit and i agree with his thoughts on stealth. 🤫🤫🤫

[@bryanfranks6327]

David is a beast to fight a fish for ten plus hours. That’s crazy. I’m going to checkout Marshall’s page. Seems like a down to earth guy. Keep bringing the great content Dave

[@NCshooter1213]

Awesome show dave. Couldn't imagine catching a 800lb tuna!!! Seems like after an accomplishment like that catching a 5lb bass wouldn't compare..lol. I also enjoy the home less fisherman. That guy is as real as it gets. He will be very successful. Thanks again for the upload buddy.

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks NC, I agree after a 800lber a bass would feel like bait

[@jabronijoeoutdoors]

Seeing Marshall on MERCER is freaking awesome. I love that he's getting a bigger platform to tell his story because he's badass.

[@steveblankenship1093]

If you remember my brother from Murray, the “Money Winning Angler,” he marshaled Gaston on day 2 and said he’s one of the coolest guys and has a lot of different things going on and was amazed at that. Now, I have to follow the Homeless Fisherman. That dude really enjoys being!

[@TheTrident1982]

Looking forward to watching this video.....fellow Alabamian, and have been fascinated by the Homeless Fisherman. Dude catches DDs on a paddle board, nuff said.

[@factsoffishing]

Hope you enjoy it. 2 great dudes

[@bobbycolson1957]

Thanks for introducing these 2 fun show

[@samuelschult985]

Dave, this was one of your best 👍

[@glennblanchard7354]

Good show. Love to see Randy Blaukats stepson on the show !!

[@everythingoutdoors-vl9bl]

Damn sorry to comment twice but that’s a great interview Marshall is a great guest so down to earth no crazy sponsorship no sparkly bass boat just an average dude! You should try and get Geoffrey the king “crazy bass fisher” from the hook up tackle he’s another super humble guy doing big things under the radar

[@tymfortoys]

This was really really good! Not many shows I watch.... But I'm always happy when the hump day is here...

[@factsoffishing]

Thank you so much. We try deliver every week. Thanks for watching

[@grantschimek6506]

Another great Wednesday with Mercer! Luv the positivity! Keep it up bud

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks very much. Positivity breeds positivity

[@PickwickPirate]

This one made feel like I’m 100 years old but it was a great breath of fresh air.

[@factsoffishing]

Glad you enjoyed it. Why did it make you feel 100

[@PickwickPirate]

@@factsoffishing because he’s so young and full of energy and I’m old lol

[@jimbaumgardner1436]

Great show. I can’t imagine fighting a fish for 11 hours. Wow. Marshall is an intriguing dude. I recently started watching his vids

[@natcoman]

Great episode.

[@F.Ronnie]

Great show Dave. Thanks

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

[@williamknight5142]

Had no idea who David Gaston is other than he is on the Elites. That dude is funny and quick witted. Great show that's why I'm here every Wednesday and you are closing in on 400k subscribers . I'll check out Marshall's channel never seen it nice of you trying to help him out.👍👍👍👍👍

[@adamliechty9354]

Dave, Matt Robertson and the Homeless fisherman that ESPY type stuff . Awesome show

[@b.leefishing9989]

Imagine Matt Robertson and the homeless fisherman on the celebrity tournament at the classic! Mind blowing lol

[@factsoffishing]

Oh that would be wonderful

[@b.leefishing9989]

Thanks Dave for having this channel! For a 35 year old man watching the bill dances, to kevin van dams, and to the current anglers. It’s nice to get to know there stories that we don’t get to see. Ive always wanted to be a pro bass fisherman since I was 5. But life happens, so im trying to educate using my KZbin channel thanks to those greats and you :) so I appreciate what you do for the fishing community in general:)

[@tymfortoys]

This is gonna be a GOOD ONE!!!

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks hope you enjoy it

[@LandonTuckerFishing]

Marshall seems like such a great human.

[@jacobcollins5827]

My lovely "tuna wallet" has been following me for 19 years now Dave. I couldn't imagine receiving another. 😂

[@heavymetalfishermantv]

Nice shirt homie 🤘

[@deancurlee9373]

Love Marshall been subbed for a year now oh shout out to Archie to…

[@johnm2617]

Hey Dave what's up with Clunn ? Is he still going to be making some more appearances? Never get enough of Rick

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

congrats on 400k dave thats alot hopefully soon it will be a million we shooting for the moon baby !!!! 👍.. And yall coming to bama end this week and weekend its gonna be hotter 400 hells 🥵 anyway great show as always dave 👊

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks Slab, Not at 400k yet….almost. As far as the heat let’s hope I don’t melt

[@andyd834]

Marshal needs to say that the paddle board works if your tall and lanky. If your under 6' it hurts hanging your legs over the sides.

[@PHATBASSASSASSIN]

He’s a little hackney “you know what I mean “ 😂

[@factsoffishing]

😂😂😂

[@everythingoutdoors-vl9bl]

Awesome Marshall is so lo key he needs some air time

[@factsoffishing]

I totally agree. The fishing world needs to follow him. Hopefully this show will help with that 🤞

[@everythingoutdoors-vl9bl]

I hope so he deserves it and I love it’s mostly big baits n jdm

[@user-mt8ns3pz8d]

Ha ha!!!! Start it over and count the "like" Have to Love it

[@byronhendrixfishing8393]

Prime Time and Travis Hunter need to be in the celebrity tournament next year too.

[@factsoffishing]

Would love that

[@randybrandenburg5364]

👊

[@factsoffishing]

👊🏻👊🏻

[@grantloiler4571]

👍

[@RealMitchRapp]

🔥👊👊👊👊👊🔥

[@factsoffishing]

Thanks this is a fun episode

[@D.A.1karp]

Gaston comment: How the heck do these people support their lifestyle? Like, it takes money to fill the tanks, pay the mortgage, and make expenses to living- yet they have all this 'free' time to chase adventures for days on end followed by another adventure for days on end...

[@RandyDarrough]

You know what I mean.........

[@johnmango6056]

U haven’t responded to my last 2 comments and I’m pissed about it Dave. Come on man!!! Jk buddy 😂😂😂

[@factsoffishing]

I responded to this one 😂

[@GrumppyFisherman]

Can you put your feel good and stay positive message you repeat every podcast at the end of the episode?

[@factsoffishing]

Why? I try to put positive stuff all throughout the show. The world can use more of it.

[@TheTrident1982]

Lol, screen name is super appropriate......why not just skip ahead to when you see guests on the split screen?

[@GrumppyFisherman]

Because I usually listen to the audio version while I'm working and I can see the split screen. Mercer talks to much about pointless things on the beginning. I love the conversations though

[@GrumppyFisherman]

Cant*

[@factsoffishing]

@@GrumppyFisherman you comment about too many pointless things. Did you happen to notice the name of the show. Catch a fish and find happiness