This week on From Paddles To Props , we sit down with Daniel Morris & Bip Burage , the tournament directors behind KBFTN – Kayak Bass Fishing Tennessee , to break down the future of grassroots kayak fishing tournaments heading into 2026 . We go deep into: How local kayak tournament series are evolving What anglers MUST do to stay competitive How KBFTN is growing across Tennessee The biggest mistakes new kayak anglers make What tournament directors REALLY look for The future of payouts, spons...
Dec 18, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Season 3Ep. 98
In this special holiday episode of From Paddles to Props , I’m joined by my wife — Mrs. KKOA — for our first-ever couples podcast! 🎄🔥 We break down the best Christmas gift ideas for the outdoorsman , including fishing gear, hunting gear, camping gear, stocking stuffers, and budget-friendly gift ideas for any outdoor lover in your life. But that’s not all… We also pull back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like living with a YouTube creator and podcast host — the late nights, the filming trips, ...
Dec 13, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 97
In this special holiday episode of From Paddles to Props , I’m joined by my wife — Mrs. KKOA — for our first-ever couples podcast! We break down the best Christmas gift ideas for the outdoorsman , including fishing gear, hunting gear, camping gear, stocking stuffers, and budget-friendly gift ideas for any outdoor lover in your life. But that’s not all… We also pull back the curtain on what it’s REALLY like living with a YouTube creator and podcast host — the late nights, the filming trips, the g...
Dec 13, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 97
Tonight we’re celebrating Thanksgiving the best way we know how — with great conversations, gratitude, and community. We’re joined by Chase & Calah Carlock from Southwest Indiana Outdoors, a YouTube family centered around faith, family, and the outdoors. In this episode, we talk about: Keeping faith at the center of everything Balancing YouTube with real life and relationships Filming your outdoor lifestyle while still living it The blessings and challenges of being in front of the camera Wh...
Nov 28, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 96
Tonight we’re celebrating Thanksgiving the best way we know how — with great conversations, gratitude, and community. We’re joined by Chase & Calah Carlock from Southwest Indiana Outdoors, a YouTube family centered around faith, family, and the outdoors. In this episode, we talk about: Keeping faith at the center of everything Balancing YouTube with real life and relationships Filming your outdoor lifestyle while still living it The blessings and challenges of being in front of the camera Wh...
Nov 28, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 96
Get ready—tonight’s FROM PADDLES TO PROPS live podcast is stacked! We're joined by TKS Team of the Year Champions — Jody Queen & Abby Abbondanza , representing Team Millertech/KBF . These two powerhouse kayak anglers teamed up for the very first TKS season and walked away as the first-ever TOY title holders ! We’ll break down their season, game-changing decisions, teamwork, strategy, pre-fishing routines, the toughest events, and what it takes to compete—and win—at the highest level in tourn...
Nov 28, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Season 3Ep. 95
Get ready—tonight’s FROM PADDLES TO PROPS live podcast is stacked! We're joined by TKS Team of the Year Champions — Jody Queen & Abby Abbondanza , representing Team Millertech/KBF . These two powerhouse kayak anglers teamed up for the very first TKS season and walked away as the first-ever TOY title holders ! We’ll break down their season, game-changing decisions, teamwork, strategy, pre-fishing routines, the toughest events, and what it takes to compete—and win—at the highest level in tourn...
Nov 28, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 29
This week on From Paddles to Props , we’re headed to Texas for a special live episode featuring Tony Rice , owner and founder of Trash Can Rodz — the custom rod company that’s taking the fishing world by storm! We’ll dive into Tony’s journey from humble beginnings to building one of the most unique custom rod brands in the country. From hand-crafted precision to wild custom designs, Trash Can Rodz proves that “trash” can truly become treasure on the water. 🎣 Topics include: • The story behind t...
Nov 23, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 93
This week on From Paddles to Props , we’re headed to Texas for a special live episode featuring Tony Rice , owner and founder of Trash Can Rodz — the custom rod company that’s taking the fishing world by storm! We’ll dive into Tony’s journey from humble beginnings to building one of the most unique custom rod brands in the country. From hand-crafted precision to wild custom designs, Trash Can Rodz proves that “trash” can truly become treasure on the water. 🎣 Topics include: • The story behind t...
Nov 23, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 93
Tonight on From Paddles to Props , we welcome two of the most influential voices steering the future of competitive kayak bass fishing. Steve Owens , Director of the Bassmaster Kayak Series and leader of the Georgia & Tennessee Bass Nation Kayak Series, joins us alongside Daniel Davis , his right-hand man in the Tennessee Bass Nation operation. These two have been in the trenches shaping tournament trails, building communities, and guiding the sport into the next era. Tonight, they’re liftin...
Nov 21, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Season 3Ep. 94
Tonight on From Paddles to Props , we welcome two of the most influential voices steering the future of competitive kayak bass fishing. Steve Owens , Director of the Bassmaster Kayak Series and leader of the Georgia & Tennessee Bass Nation Kayak Series, joins us alongside Daniel Davis , his right-hand man in the Tennessee Bass Nation operation. These two have been in the trenches shaping tournament trails, building communities, and guiding the sport into the next era. Tonight, they’re liftin...
Nov 21, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Season 3Ep. 94
The From Paddles to Props Podcast is diving deep into the heart of South Carolina’s growing kayak fishing scene! 🎣 Join host Steven Kidd as he sits down with Travis Foulks , Series Director of the SCYAK Kayak Series , to break down the 2026 season schedule , the dream and long-term vision behind the series, and how it’s shaping the next generation of kayak anglers across the Southeast. We’ll talk about the good, the grind, and the growth of SCYAK — plus, there’s a FourSeven Lures giveaway live ...
Nov 14, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 93
The From Paddles to Props Podcast is diving deep into the heart of South Carolina’s growing kayak fishing scene! 🎣 Join host Steven Kidd as he sits down with Travis Foulks , Series Director of the SCYAK Kayak Series , to break down the 2026 season schedule , the dream and long-term vision behind the series, and how it’s shaping the next generation of kayak anglers across the Southeast. We’ll talk about the good, the grind, and the growth of SCYAK — plus, there’s a FourSeven Lures giveaway live ...
Nov 14, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 93
Join us for a special LIVE episode of From Paddles to Props straight from Santee, South Carolina ! Our guest is Jordan Marshall , the 2025 Tennessee B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Championship Winner on Fort Loudon, TN . We’ll dive into his championship win, strategies for success, his passion for kayak bass fishing, and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Whether you’re a seasoned tournament angler or just love kayak fishing, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and tips from one of...
Nov 04, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 92
Join us for a special LIVE episode of From Paddles to Props straight from Santee, South Carolina ! Our guest is Jordan Marshall , the 2025 Tennessee B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Championship Winner on Fort Loudon, TN . We’ll dive into his championship win, strategies for success, his passion for kayak bass fishing, and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Whether you’re a seasoned tournament angler or just love kayak fishing, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and tips from one of...
Oct 16, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 91
This week on From Paddles to Props , we welcome Justin Matthew , the craftsman behind Hatfield Custom Rods . We dive deep into the world of handcrafted fishing rods — from what makes a custom build stand out, to how rod design impacts performance on the water. Whether you’re a weekend angler or a tournament competitor, understanding the benefits of a custom rod could take your fishing game to the next level. Justin shares his story, the process of designing high-quality rods, and what sets Hatfi...
Oct 03, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 90
This week on From Paddles to Props , we welcome Justin Matthew , the craftsman behind Hatfield Custom Rods . We dive deep into the world of handcrafted fishing rods — from what makes a custom build stand out, to how rod design impacts performance on the water. Whether you’re a weekend angler or a tournament competitor, understanding the benefits of a custom rod could take your fishing game to the next level. Justin shares his story, the process of designing high-quality rods, and what sets Hatfi...
Oct 03, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 90
This week on From Paddles to Props , we sit down with special guest Travis Foulks to dig into the truth about the Bonafide XTR 130 kayak . Whether you’re thinking about upgrading your fishing setup or want to hear real talk from the kayak bass fishing scene, this episode is packed with insight. We’ll cover: 🎣 How the Bonafide XTR 130 performs on the water 🚤 What makes it different from other fishing kayaks 🏆 Kayak tournament fishing tips & Travis’s experiences 🔥 The future of kayak bass ...
Sep 25, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 36
This week on From Paddles to Props , we sit down with special guest Travis Foulks to dig into the truth about the Bonafide XTR 130 kayak . Whether you’re thinking about upgrading your fishing setup or want to hear real talk from the kayak bass fishing scene, this episode is packed with insight. We’ll cover: 🎣 How the Bonafide XTR 130 performs on the water 🚤 What makes it different from other fishing kayaks 🏆 Kayak tournament fishing tips & Travis’s experiences 🔥 The future of kayak bass ...
Sep 25, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 36
Join us LIVE on this week’s From Paddles to Props Podcast as we sit down with Dena Davis , a Texas-based kayak bass fishing content creator who is absolutely obsessed with chasing giant bass ! Dena was recommended to us by our sponsor FourSeven Lures and has been turning heads on social media with her impressive catches and passion for the sport. While she isn’t fishing kayak tournaments just yet, she’s got her eyes on the competitive scene and is ready to make waves! We’ll dive into: 🎣 How Den...
Sep 11, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 35
Join us LIVE on this week’s From Paddles to Props Podcast as we sit down with Dena Davis , a Texas-based kayak bass fishing content creator who is absolutely obsessed with chasing giant bass ! Dena was recommended to us by our sponsor FourSeven Lures and has been turning heads on social media with her impressive catches and passion for the sport. While she isn’t fishing kayak tournaments just yet, she’s got her eyes on the competitive scene and is ready to make waves! We’ll dive into: 🎣 How Den...
Sep 11, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 35
This week on From Paddles to Props , we’re joined by Kinley & Lauren Martin , two passionate kayak tournament anglers who are making waves in the competitive fishing scene! 🎣 We’ll dive deep into the strategies, preparation, and mindset needed to be successful in kayak tournament fishing . Kinley and Lauren will share their personal experiences, favorite techniques, and lessons learned from competing individually in some of the toughest events out there. 📅 When: Wednesday Night — 9 PM East...
Sep 04, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 34
This week on From Paddles to Props , we’re joined by Kinley & Lauren Martin , two passionate kayak tournament anglers who are making waves in the competitive fishing scene! 🎣 We’ll dive deep into the strategies, preparation, and mindset needed to be successful in kayak tournament fishing . Kinley and Lauren will share their personal experiences, favorite techniques, and lessons learned from competing individually in some of the toughest events out there. 📅 When: Wednesday Night — 9 PM East...
Sep 04, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 34
Join From Paddles to Props as we sit down with Travis Randall from Eco Fishing Shop to go deep on the Big Bass 250 Kayak Tournament—the October showdown at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. We cover the event’s format, prizes, rules, launch logistics, recommended gear and fall patterns, plus how first-timers can prep to put a giant on the board. If you’ve ever wanted to fish a marquee kayak event in the Midwest—or you’re chasing a personal best in October—this is your episode. What you’ll learn: * H...
Aug 28, 2025•58 min•Season 3Ep. 33
This week, I’m flying solo on From Paddles to Props ! Instead of a guest, I wanted to take a little time to share some fishing stories, lessons I’ve learned both on the water and off, and a behind-the-scenes look at where the podcast is heading. 👉 Drop your questions and comments in the chat — I’ll answer them live and talk about what YOU want to hear on future episodes. Thanks for supporting the show, and don’t worry — we’ve got some exciting guests lined up for the coming weeks! #KayakFishing...
Aug 21, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 32
This week, Steven Lee Kidd sits down with Jeff Long , owner of LC Angler’s Paddle Sports , to talk about his journey in the paddling world — from his early days on the water to running one of the top paddle shops in the region. The big topic: How to avoid costly mistakes when buying your first kayak. Jeff shares expert tips, common beginner pitfalls, and what to really look for in a kayak that fits your style, skill level, and budget. Whether you’re brand new to kayaking or looking to upgrade, t...
Aug 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 29
This week on From Paddles to Props , we sit down with Josh Smith, founder of QMI Tackle , to talk about his journey from a passionate DIY angler to becoming a game-changer in the soft plastic bait making industry. Josh dives deep into how QMI started, the challenges of designing bait injectors and molds, and how his gear is now empowering backyard bait makers across America. Whether you're a weekend warrior looking to pour your own plastics or just fascinated by the behind-the-scenes of tackle c...
Aug 07, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 30
🚨 This week on From Paddles to Props , we sit down with John Martin , the mastermind behind TrueSouth Custom Lures , to uncover the secrets of bait making and fishing success! 🎣 If you’re serious about custom baits, bass fishing strategies, and building a tackle brand from the ground up, this is a MUST WATCH! 🛠️ Learn how John turned his passion into TrueSouth Lures , a trusted name in the custom bait world. We’ll deep dive into lure design, fishing tactics, and the behind-the-scenes grind of...
Jul 31, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Get ready for a powerhouse episode of From Paddles to Props as we welcome Allen Amick , owner and creator of A2 Custom Baits , along with his #1 pro staff bass boat angler Jim Worley . We’re diving deep into what makes A2 Custom Baits so deadly on the water, how Jim puts them to work in real-world conditions, and the story behind the brand’s explosive growth in the bass fishing world. 🎣🔥 ✅ Learn Allen’s bait-building philosophy ✅ Jim’s go-to rig and favorite A2 bait ✅ How A2 Custom Baits are c...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 28
This week on From Paddles to Props , we’re taking a new path—one that leads from the backwoods to the boardroom. Special guest EJ Saunders, Founder & Fractional CMO of Blaze Digital, joins the show to talk about the powerful intersection between the outdoors and digital marketing. EJ is not only a digital strategist helping brands grow online—he’s also a certified Fish & Wildlife Volunteer with a deep passion for preserving the outdoor lifestyle. Together, we dive into how storytelling, ...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 27
