Never Give Up: The Media Explosion! (Episode 9)

[@geofreypeeples7206]

I absolutely love this series. You really break it down for everyone to see how passionate your about the sport. Keep up the great work your doing. I hope this series doesn't end. This is my favorite videos to watch.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you Geofrey! Truly appreciate that!!

[@jasonstimson6617]

@@mikeiaconellifishingI agree

[@platinumhandymansolutions]

The Happy Gilmore of bass fishing. Ike will always be one of my favorites.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Hahaha!! Thanks man!!!

[@johnnyramirez1632]

Jersey untucked, but Nike undershirt tucked, haha! Love it! Awesome series!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Ike Style! Y2IKE

[@davidmichaellewin]

My only critique is these episodes aren’t long enough. Keep killin’ it bro I am so psyched to watch you compete again in 2022!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks David!!

[@connorB425]

I have never been moved by watching anyone except you Mike, I've been looking into competitive Bass fishing for about 4 years now. I was so close to meeting you at the Classic this year, I was actually at the boat ramp on the first day and saw you doing an interview, It took me a couple seconds to process that you were standing right there, Just the fact that my hero was standing 10 feet away from me was just an amazing feeling. I didn't get to meet you this time but hopefully I'll get to compete against you someday... growing up in Connecticut, you give me so much influence and inspiration. I really just need to say Thank you, Keep up the great work out there Mike.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you Connor!! Truly Appreciate that!! Keep Pushing! Never Give Up!

[@SpookyRedz]

Mr.Mike is the man and the reason fishing is where it’s at now , he took it to a total different level in our minds

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you Spooky!!!

[@bigmike19]

Man oh man I can't wait until next Tuesday Mike. Truly an inspiration and influencer on so many levels. Never give up.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks MIKE!! Never Give Up!!

[@Joehockey1990]

I can't speak for anyone else. But personally, my love for fishing. My desire to adventure through life chasing fish. Started when I was watching the 2003 Classic. I was 12, I remember it was on ESPN, and I remember my parents looking at me like I was crazy sitting for hours watching people fish on TV. But you're inspiration and their support was enough to make fishing a part of who I am and what makes me happy. Watching this series is like rereading Fishing on the Edge.

[@richlewis1879]

Far and away my favorite fisherman. No one can hold a candle to you. Truly an entertainer, and oh ya, a great fisherman!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Rich Appreciate that!

[@richlewis1879]

@@mikeiaconellifishing would give my left arm to spend a day on the water with you pal. Love these videos!

[@ScottyCo13]

I’ve read your book and to see it all laid out through this series is nothing less than amazing. I look forward to watching these every week. Never give up!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Wow, thank you!

[@ronaldesman8065]

I was 6 years old when me and my dad were headed back from a vacation we could barely afford, and we had planned a week or so ahead of time knowing the classic was going on in Louisiana, as we were headed back to onalaska, texas. We stopped and watched you win the classic….that day changed my life. Truly an inspiration to people across the bass fishing community. Legend of the sport. 😎

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Ronald thank you!! The sport connects us all!! Thanks for your support!!

[@JohnRobertson870]

You said something at some point that has always stuck with me...."learn to fail fast" or something along the lines. That phrase has kept me on fish more times than I can count. Keep doing you Mr Mike!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Heck yeah!! Thanks John!!

[@hometownguy7184]

True American badass Mike!,,i forgot about the old school windmill my guy!!that alone required great physical strength!..the way you rocked the boat took balls!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks brother!! Appreciate the support!!

[@twisted-tenn1992]

I was listening to Episode 1 while driving home. My 13 yr old Daughter said ( Who is Mike Iconelli) I said (Emily he is the Fisherman who changed Bass Fishing Forever). Mike I appreciate you doing these Episodes. You have lived your Dream, My Dream and Thousands of others Dream. Keep telling the story of it all. Thanks and Mad Respect from Maryville Tennessee.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Love that! Thank you so much!!

[@tonymcbroom5252]

Your passion was unparalleled, just want to say thank you for changing the face of professional bass fishing!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank Tony! That means a lot!!

[@richardsnyder3902]

Can't wait till next week's episode! Thanks for the inside story.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks for watching!!

[@martyaustin6545]

You have one of the greatest story of all time Mike, I love it so much, maybe I can see you at Pickwick buddy, Thank you brother

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

I hope so! Thank You!!

[@jimbaumgardner1436]

I can see where you would get mentally and physically drained. But you stayed on the path to a great career!!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Steered the course sometimes it steered me but I am blessed to be where I am and have a healthy and happy family!

[@xOrganik]

LEGEND!!!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you!! Appreciate it!!

[@lanceydenis3878]

So cool so interesting 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jamesjustice7679]

Love your story very Entertaining take care and God bless

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you James!!!

[@thechestnutking736]

Rather anybody wants to admit it or not you’re the reason the sport is where it’s at today. The exposure you gave just opened the door to bass fishing to hole another level. We’re almost the same age and I’m kind of wound up like you are. It’s excites me to see someone so passionate like you and not only that you are a great teacher!!!

[@ap8057]

Another great episode, can't wait for next Tuesday!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you AP!!!

[@ryanpanneton9491]

Another great video. Thank you for sharing your story like this.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks for watching Ryan!!

[@jeffgrier8488]

Another great episode Mike, you left us with a cliffhanger! I'm looking forward to next week!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Lol things get a bit dicey.... storm brewing....

[@chuckelliott5036]

This is a cool series. Mike isn’t shy about laying his feelings on his career and life out there for the world to see. If you think about it, not many guys in our sport are willing to do that. People were so critical of how he came across to the bass fishing fans and sponsors after his Classic win, but we finally got to see those emotional highs and lows that a competitive angler goes through displayed for all the world to see. Ike is super authentic, super cool, and a super angler. He’s forever changed the game. And Mike? That brostache is a sweet look man! Keep on crushing it buddy!!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Chuck! Appreciate that! Never Give Up!

[@seanbernsteinfishing2065]

Never give up something I will always remember

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Heck yeah!! Never Give Up!!!

[@tompavlot2704]

Is it next Tuesday yet ! Ugh ! Can’t Take the week long wait ! Love it ! Can’t wait til next week ! Come on man

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Lol just 7 more days lol

[@stevencaldwell838]

I love the honesty Mike! Man, you have changed the sport of bass fishing in such a positive way I don’t even think you know the entirety of your impact! I think you may be solely responsible for the average Joe thinking “ I could do that to”! Looking forward to next week’s episode 🎣🤙

[@jnorth5689]

Keep up the good work mike. You are a inspiration to alot of people. God bless you in the future brother, never give up!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you Ballistic!! Appreciate that brother!! 💪

[@anoldfart2]

I grew up in Feasterville in Bucks County, fished in Neshaminy Creek and Churchville Reservoir. Now in Shelby NC, not far from Lake Norman. Enjoy watching all your videos, Great seeing a hometown boy make good! Tight Lines!!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Mark!! 💪

[@justinchaffin8887]

Good series. Tuesday evenings my wife now asks "new Ike video?" when deciding what to watch.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

That's awesome!!

[@DanielJones-nv3my]

I can't wait to watch the rest of this episode like all the other episodes. 2nd shift sucks but you do what you gotta do and NEVER GIVE UP. Even if that's working from 3:30 to 12:00 then fish the DIRTY DELAWARE for that special striper to take those jumbo bloodworms your offering to her, so you can get home by 9am to sleep till you wake up and do it all again. Finish the rest of the episode on 7:00 dinner break. Your the man IKE.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

No Daniel! You are the Man! Keep Pushing! Never Give Up!

[@zacheryboggs9700]

I was a sophomore in college when Ike won the classic and that set me and my friends on fire for fishing. Ike did an interview where he was asked about music and he said he had been listening to a rapper named 50 cent. I thought this dude is not like the old timers I grew up watching, he’s like me and my friends. We would be wading the creek and scream like fools if we caught a fish. As far as I’m concerned no one has had more of impact on fishing.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

That is awesome!! Never Give Up!!

[@riclindsey329]

Brother you've put in a lot more work than the world will ever know,,but please don't forget there's rules for everyone...since I've discovered your videos I've gotten a complete different understanding of the Ikester and hopefully continue to get to see him in the tournaments !!!! Love you brother!!!!

[@toddg.2638]

Hard work, dedication, and good decision making paid off. Congrats!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Yes sir! Thank you Todd!!!

[@jessehandlin7589]

I'm from Delaware when ike won the classic I thought that was great that the northeast division champ won the classic keep up the great videos

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Jesse! Got an episode coming in a couple weeks on it!

[@atthebrink74]

Another great episode. You could make these things an hour and a half long Mike.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Haha I wouldn't have a voice!!

[@x--LeethaL--x]

I'd love to have your cap or one like it signed by you to add to my collection. Pete G signed an Evinrude cap for me years ago ! And remember.. just like back then... Now that you're back in the Elites .. Never. Give. Up!!

[@Abe_Sinclair]

I wonder if Mike knows how close friends him and I have become over this riveting ass video series....

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

I do indeed know! And value you! Thank you Abe!

[@user79592]

After watching this, it seems like Mike Iaconelli is the Garth Brooks of bass fishing 🎣. They both did so much for the genre in which they work/play.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

GARTH!! I dig it!

[@yoporch]

Awesome job! Love this series, great job Ike!!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Matt!!

[@bassboxingoutdoors]

Great series. Keep it coming.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thank you!! Will do!!

[@bitenbass]

Be yourself always ike! That's cra,zy they treated u like that man!

[@neilbonefishing]

Heck yeah I've been waiting for this 🤙

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks Neil!! Appreciate the support!!

[@triggerreptiles4919]

this is such a good series!!! I remember when you was here in Pittsburgh can’t wait to see next week . i think it was one of the toughest classics to . I’m still trying to figure these rivers out lol

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Next week is a good one!!

[@tommylagebro6865]

Thanks Mike.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Thanks for watching! NEVER GIVE UP!

[@mattanderson7358]

Love these!!!!

[@lumpkinangler3613]

Binge watching these

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Heck Yeah!!!

[@neilbonefishing]

It's funny I have a buddy who said "he could not stand Mike iaconelli he is so loud.. I said dude you are crazy Mike is very entertaining and very passionate about fishing, the guy know his stuff. I felt offended for you Mike lol. Long story short he now likes you and I got him to watch you. I think the southern guys just don't understand how loud we can be lol. Anyways awesome video success well deserved 🤙

[@neilbonefishing]

Also going for some striper today at the Delaware River what would be Mike's choice of lure from the bank?

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

@@neilbonefishing white berkley power swimmer 2.8" on a small jig head!

[@neilbonefishing]

@@mikeiaconellifishing That's a really good choice thanks👊

[@WhiteBuffalo032]

Following gut instincts and learning lessons from others helps alot. Mostly I just listen to the boss ^ it hasn't failed me yet. And learning to listen better. Talk slow, talk low.

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

💯

[@davidbrown-55]

Hey Mike, When and how did the idea of the shark wrap come about? Will any event ever come back to Pittsburgh?

[@travisbruno1988]

some think he's obnoxious, oooh yeah well f**k them lol.. i was graduating high school in 2004 and when i saw your heart in the game and your crazy personality Mike you were officially my favorite angler and being from philly and NJ i could relate. keep up the great job with this series 🤙🎣🐟

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Yo Travis!! Thank you!!

[@richlewis1879]

You were like fishing's Chris moneymaker

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Lol haha

[@mikecamalier2653]

The good times of BASS ,bassmd

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

Great Times!!!

[@barco581]

Isn't it crazy how things have changed in the last 19 years or so?! NASCAR is a shell of its former self. ESPN sold BASS in 2010. MLF of course, and then back to BASS for many. KZbinrs with tresspassing videos on FL golf courses draw millions of views. And despite all the efforts to grow fishing over the last few decades, we now have more anglers due to covid. Who would have thought?!

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

It's a beautiful roller coaster 🎢

[@jasonstimson6617]

Pissing off the old farts, to make the BEST past time of all time, more appealing to the younger generations. Passing on the torch is so important, although sometimes I wish I was the only guy on the lake 😂😂

[@elizabethsumpter9129]

👍👏💖

[@shaybag]

fishing need someone like Ike not the old farts that have to thank god there savior for catching a fish talent catches fish not god and Mike has talent and the charisma fishing needed way to go Mike

[@mikeiaconellifishing]

To each and all their own! Never Give Up!

[@kerrypitt9789]

The Christian Sport of Angling? 🤮Im sorry but there is nothing strictly Christian about fishing! Christians can fish but Angling is not a Christian thing to do. Anyone who calls another out about the Christianity of fishing is themselves a fake christian.