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Ike Live Fishing Talk Show with Mike Iaconelli · Nov 6, 2025 · 59 min

Ike Live: Emil Wagner’s Champlain Win, Rising Tour Stories & Real Talk

Mike Iaconelli sits down with Emil Wagner fresh off his Elite Qualifier victory at Lake Champlain, where Emil posted a record‑setting total of 69 lbs, 2 oz. In this episode, Emil opens up about his approach, the grind, and how that win fits into his bigger goals in pro bass fishing. They also dive into: Emil’s unique path in the sport Strategy, mindset, and key adjustments that make winners Challenges and realities of life on tour Thoughts on gear, tech, and where competitive bass fishing is headed From win stories to behind-the-scenes struggles — this is an episode that bridges inspiration and raw honesty.

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Mike Iaconelli sits down with Emil Wagner fresh off his Elite Qualifier victory at Lake Champlain, where Emil posted a record‑setting total of 69 lbs, 2 oz.  In this episode, Emil opens up about his approach, the grind, and how that win fits into his bigger goals in pro bass fishing.

 

They also dive into:

  • Emil’s unique path in the sport
  • Strategy, mindset, and key adjustments that make winners
  • Challenges and realities of life on tour
  • Thoughts on gear, tech, and where competitive bass fishing is headed

 

From win stories to behind-the-scenes struggles — this is an episode that bridges inspiration and raw honesty.

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