The Reality of Money in Fishing

Greg Hackney joins Chris Zaldain and Trait Zaldain on The Bilge Podcast presented by Battle Born Batteries to discuss the current state of tournament fishing at the highest ranks.
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[@bradleyrussell1973]

I have been an avid bass fisherman for over 40 years now, and I consider Mr. Hack one of my true inspirations. What a genuine southern gentleman. I’m from southern Ky, (Dale Hollow, Lake Cumberland) and I relate to his origional style of tight cover fishing from traveling to other lakes. But to see him transform and adapt defines him as one of the most, if not THE most versatile bass fisherman of my time. Thank you, Z. Your guest list is so impressive, and to see how you two react with your guests makes these interviews so addictive and impressive. Thank you, Mr. Hackney, for all you have done for us, and all of the knowledge you have shared and passed on. God Bless You!

[@fishnreidsflyfishing2055]

Quickly becoming the #1 bass podcast. Love to see Matty , Seth or one of the rookies like Joey or coop on soon just to get a different perspective from some of these veterans

[@Zaldaingerous]

I hope we can get Seth before we head South. Getting the vets perspective before we start to dive in with some of the younger guys will help show the different perspectives. Sets the foundation

[@shanehamilton6708]

Okay, this has become hands down the best fishing podcast/channel on bass fishing there is. It’s not even close. Great job guys, thank you.

[@randyblaukatintuitive]

Nothing better than watching Hackney flip a 1 oz. Jig.

[@cayutacreekoutdoors485]

Love Hackney's no BS approach. I could listen to him talk all day. He's one of the OG's for sure.

[@mikeswearngin9681]

Another fire podcast. Gotta get Matt Robertson on…

[@zackbeketic6520]

Facts

[@bassAssassin187]

Yes!!

[@nancyzipperer8819]

I second that

[@nancyzipperer8819]

I think it has a lot to do with staying in the campground. But I think Kenta stays in the campgrounds and he would be great too

[@mikeswearngin9681]

Just to be clear. Every podcast has been great. I’ve enjoyed every podcast they have. Keep them coming Chris and Trait..

[@formatr6]

Hackney is the man, I could listen to him all day talk about fishing.. But before I watch this how many " you know what I mean" are we gonna hear?

[@Hugowt17]

I got to be a Marshall on Rayburn with Hackney the very first time I had ever been a marshal. I was a nervous reck and I thought it was one of the most intimidating people on the tour. Boy was a wrong. I swear he never stopped talking the entire day, he told me everything he was doing, what he was seeing, and everything in between. He was the absolute best person to be around.

[@jeffreysmith350]

My lord!! KVD, G-Man, then freaking Greg Hackney!!! Not only are you a hammer, but you're kind of a big deal!! Great job y'all! Absolute best fishing podcast! My favorite by far!

[@Stonehorn]

You forgot Clunn.

[@ralphpetricone7924]

Great interview, Hackneys a legend. But just watched Matty Wongs day 1 on Champlain, Hack pulled right up on him. Guys fighting for his tour life bud

[@DoubleDigitAngler]

Yeah I didn’t like that at all. Didnt Hackney was like that

[@lancemoulin4479]

Okay, here’s the deal!! Ole Greg said that 1,000 times. Y’all are killing this! Keep it up. I know it’s difficult to keep hammering out content, but please keep it up. I haven’t missed a single Bilge podcast. It’s so genuine. Trait is straight up and I respect that so much.

[@TheAverageAngler]

One of my favorites. Great show. Thank you.

[@bamadondon0495]

This is why I love Trait 😂😂.. first question FASTBALL STRAIGHT DOWN THE MIDDLE😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rickmoore2854]

Great podcast! Been in the boat with Greg several times…one time in very bad weather at Champlain…following that day, I’ve told many people that he is one of the best boat drivers on tour.

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

He should be he's been at it quite awhile I'm sure he's been in some bad stuff

[@F.Ronnie]

Awesome. Thanks Zaldains!!!

[@Striddefishing78]

This is becoming one of my favorite Podcast....you guys are doing great! Love watching and listening to all the different professionals and their views on the sport! Great Job!!!!

[@bgood419]

I'm so glad you didn't quit Greg! You've beenone of my favorite anglers on tour for 15 years. Godzilla aint got nothing on me right now lol I'll never forget that! Thank you for everything you've done and continue to do for our sport!!!

[@bradmcdaniel9675]

Yet ANOTHER great show! Y'all are the best ones out there right now.

[@williamlaws2353]

Every man needs a Trait Zaldain in our lives. Smart lady

[@BenC-77]

Outstanding conversation!!!

[@jimmysaltzman1568]

Awesome , simply Awesome!

[@ct9737]

You two are killing it,Another great podcast 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@dewayneballew6541]

Hackney is a great interview and has a great perspective. “You know what I mean”. Spoke with him at a classic few years back and as a fan it felt comfortable.

[@metroplexbassaddicts]

This show has been great, especially the last 4 weeks. Zona, then the GOAT KVD, and then G-Man and now Hack? Hard to beat! Keep up the good work guys!

[@brandendavis3157]

Love the pod content! I listen while going to work! Really enjoy what y’all do!!

[@Stonehorn]

Listened to this tonight while pulling trout out of my home lake with green rage crappie. Was killing it too. Having family over tomorrow for trout on the traeger. Great episode, love listening to Hackney.

[@fishinfoo2277]

Keep em coming! Love this !❤❤❤

[@robbyrobinsondesigns]

You guys are killing it! Can't wait to see who you have on in the future.

[@Mags120fish1]

Great questions. Best Hackney interview ever.

[@user-yh5qd1ns6n]

You guys are killing it!!!

[@brentlanierskayakfishing5010]

Looking forward to this one

[@613BASS_N]

How can you not like Hackney! Thanks Chris...another great podcast! - 613BASS'N 😎

[@bigkemna87]

I'm so glad that I watched this! Thank you so much guys!

[@seanyB223]

Hack attack baby!! Yet another, great podcast! Good quality, honest conversation. 🤙🤙💪👌💯

[@jimwhite3096]

Great job, really enjoyed!!!!!!!

[@eugeniarobertson5703]

Great interview. I travel a lot for work and really enjoy listening to your podcast on the road.

[@davidschell7784]

loved this one......great job

[@barryeslick1967]

Greg is one of my favorites! Great show!

[@timarmstrong521]

Awesome podcast. Greg Hackney is legit!!🎣

[@brianwisniewski9315]

This was a great interview! Keep up the great podcast!

[@introprologics4075]

Best Fishing Podcast period...

[@gethiggywitit7338]

Hackney is my #1 favorite. Louisiana Proud!!! GEAUX TIGERS!!!!

[@AjLynn45thParallelFishing]

Really Enjoyed this one ~ Big Greg Hackey fan as it is. The anger & the Human. Nicely Done.

[@jacobanderson4101]

Thanks for asking your guests about the forgotten West. Would love to see more dialogue and stay on that topic longer. Lots to unpack there...

[@jamesgibbons8259]

Great pod cast think it’s one of my favorite ones yet Trait!

[@PaulMalovFishing]

Great episode everyone! ✌🏻

[@JimWalkerMusic]

I am beginning to really enjoy "The Bilge". Good job y'all! Hack, G-man, Zona and KVD are some of my top fav human beings!

[@chuckstillwell9549]

Another great guest keep it up

[@garylukas3476]

Awesome stuff with a couple legendary fishermen !!!?

[@paulbourcq]

Another great show!

[@joecarpenter7344]

Best podcast so far yall. Hackney is awesome.

[@ethanharris31]

The best one yet. Hackney is the man.

[@mattwfishing]

My top 3 favorite angler of all time. I love the fall opens idea though… my fav time of year to fish, great weather, a grinders derby, it’s anyone’s game! Start somewhat north in sept, October in somewhere like Kentucky lake/buggs/ chick, and November in Chick, G-Ville, Seminole.

[@bryanfranks6327]

Great show, Hackney is the best.

[@Bassafornia]

Killing it! 🫡😎

[@joelhutchinson4281]

Great Show

[@ryanstarzenski3072]

Dude… the Bilge just keeps pump’n em out! So good

[@basschaser9356]

Great podcast. Been a hackney fan since high school 2009

[@donearhart5599]

Great podcast Chris love your show

[@jacobtanner92]

I know your Elite season has been a tough one, but hope yall realize how yall are crushing the podcasts. Hands down the best one around. This was a great one.

[@williamclark5629]

Great show

[@jeb4836]

U killed it ! Awesome

[@prestonchrisman7382]

You guys are crushing it 💪

[@htbboats]

Very enjoyable video!

[@blakeraider5312]

Wow awesome show!

[@bengolden4074]

Mr Hackney and I think alot alike! Love the idea of fishing a new lake (Garhole) ever year! Millions of BASS fans don't live next to the TVA, Florida, and great southern/Northern lakes. We fish the Garholes! It would be awesome to see how the pros fish waters like we do. Great Show! Thanks to your team!

[@kurodamakoto2316]

these podcasts make my work day so much better when I'd rather be out fishing. you're the man Chris

[@ronaldbryant8457]

Best one yet!!

[@bitenbass]

Hackney is awesome much respect amd great pod cast zman

[@robbogin482]

That was an unbelievable interview and podcast!! The Hack Attack is just sooooo awesome👊👊👊

[@xbass70]

More Hackney anytime you can get him to talk. Hero

[@BigCatOutdoors44]

I was stoked to see you had the hack attack on. That's been my fishing idol since I was 10!

[@mikedefo]

great stuff, Trait & Chris you guys are awesome, keep up the great content

[@basstex6703]

Awesome Podcast.

[@woefman9467]

The Bilge is Awesome. Hope to see you two at US Open

[@ryancarson1881]

another great pod cast! Hackney needs to create a shirt that says "HERE'S THE DEAL"!

[@team-d]

Damn good stuff, thanks Hack you da man and thanks Z2 👏🏾

[@jerryhall437]

Great show! Love Hackney… He puts the pro in Professional !

[@michaelfrisko9614]

You guys need to get Christie now! Great job! Keep it up.

[@anthonybenoit222]

I love the quote my favorite place to fish is a place I’ve never been.

[@kevinsinvegas]

Another great show! Loved seeing Trait on BassLive with Lisa Talmadge.

[@Zaldaingerous]

Lisa is awesome

[@davidcahan2978]

Yes! Hearing the “Ladies of BASS” was long overdue!

[@BartlettOutfitters]

This one rocks🤘🏻Love Hack

[@cc03ssc12]

The arcade legend, was and awesome podcast, greg is so awesome

[@haroldrogers6566]

Fantastic interview lady and gentlemen. A side of the Hack we don’t always get to see. And now we know the truth behind the Cayuga disqualification. Dang I had mixed feelings as I was was pulling for Greg to win it that year. 👍👍👍

[@brandonrider1636]

Great job and content! Got to get Powroznik on now!

[@jasonbarclay3294]

Best one yet.

[@keithpinkerton2933]

Just can't get enough of the Bilge.

[@helipilot4045]

Trait's new nickname should be the hammer! She comes out swinging with a tough question! Hands down the best fishing podcast out there. You guys are dong a great job and I love the tough questions. There are so many great people in the Elites. Im sure its in the works but would love to see BP, Coop and Feider! Keep up the good work

[@billygould7871]

Killer show.

[@user-pp3gi3xt8r]

Hack is the man great podcast

[@keithmason8322]

Been counting the minutes for this one can't get enough of the hack attack !

[@chadcannon4064]

I could listen to Hackney talk all day Great podcast

[@user-nn4xd5xs2k]

It’s a good podcast forsure

[@ryanbeshears]

About fishing new lakes, I have always said I would love to watch some of these guys fish some of the lakes that I have tournaments on, see what they would do differently. The knowledge that would be gained would be priceless.

[@northeastbassin6193]

Best podcast just started watching the last week listen the whole way to work in the whole way home and when I get home I’m so addictive I like the real people that’s telling the truth keep them coming

[@adamclark2245]

Hackney is one of the guys I could listen to talk about anything.

[@davidcahan2978]

Great show (as always!). Ask great questions & your guests are comfortable answering & discussing all you ask! The hour+ goes too quickly!

[@hbdejean6538]

That was the best

[@PistolPete3322]

My favorite pro!!

[@tnbasser1995]

Another great podcast! Guest suggestion: Scott martin and Brandon paluinick..also would be fun to have a guest interviewer interview you and Trait. Would be great to hear Traits talk on women's prof angling , road life etc