Family-friendly podcast where we pick the brains of those who are ’in-the-know’ about fishing North Carolina’s lakes, rivers and beaches.
Brilliant Fishing NC
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24 episodes
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Podcast Overview
Family-friendly podcast where we pick the brains of those who are ’in-the-know’ about fishing North Carolina’s lakes, rivers and beaches.
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Publishing Since
2/24/2024
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Recent Episodes
February 19, 2026
High Rock Lake Crappie Fishing Made Simple | Captain Butch Foster
High Rock Lake crappie fishing doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode of the Brilliant Fishing NC Podcast, Captain Butch Foster of Yeah Right Charters shares his simple, highly effective system for catching crappie on High Rock Lake using short rods, live minnows, precise boat positioning, and modern electronics like LiveScope. A Davidson County native and longtime charter captain, Butch spent decades running saltwater trips out of Southport, NC before returning home and focusing on family-friendly freshwater trips. Alongside his wife Barbara, he now guides relaxed, cooler-filling crappie trips designed for families, kids, and anglers of all experience levels. In this conversation, we cover: • Why he parks directly over brush piles (and why it works) • How he uses LiveScope to set up on structure • Managing fishing pressure during back-to-back guide trips • Tackle breakdown: rods, reels, line, hooks, and weights • Teaching first-time anglers how to catch fish quickly If you fish High Rock Lake for crappie — or want to — this episode will give you practical insight from a guide with decades of experience on the water. 🎣 Book a Trip with Captain Butch Foster Yeah Right Charters 📞 (336) 309-5900 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yeahrightcharters 🛒 Check Out My Tackle & Gear Recommendations Brilliant Fishing NC Online Tackle Store: 👉 https://linktr.ee/jwbrilliant If you enjoy North Carolina crappie fishing content, be sure to subscribe to Brilliant Fishing NC for more in-depth interviews, fishing strategies, and local lake insights.
January 20, 2026
When Black Crappie Won’t Bite: Brush Piles, Open Water, and Finesse Tactics
When black crappie shut down, finesse is the difference. Black crappie are notorious for being tight-lipped—especially on pressured lakes where they dominate the population. In this episode of Brilliant Fishing NC, we sit down with two highly knowledgeable crappie anglers to break down what actually works when black crappie refuse to bite. From summer brush piles to suspended open-water schools, this conversation focuses on the subtle adjustments that matter most: presentation speed, jig size and fall rate, electronics decisions, and finesse tactics that can turn lookers into biters. 🎙️ Guests on this episode: * Scott Ferguson – Fishing With Fergy Charters (contact info below) * George Rusiewicz – Local angler known for hand-tying his own crappie jigs (contact info below) Together, we discuss: * Why black crappie are often tougher to catch than whites * How to approach brush piles when fish won’t commit * Triggering bites from suspended, open-water crappie * Downsizing vs speed changes when the bite gets finicky * Jig construction, fall rate, and subtle movement strategies If you primarily fish lakes dominated by black crappie, this episode is packed with practical insight you can apply immediately—especially when the screen is full of fish, but nobody’s biting. 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned 🎣 Brilliant Fishing Online Tackle Store Products I personally use and trust👉 https://tr.ee/w2Sbah 🧵 George Rusiewicz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/george.rusiewicz.2025 Phone: 336-465-4642 🚤 Scott Ferguson – Fishing With Fergy Charters https://fishingwithfergy.com Phone: (704) 650-5888 🎥 Catchin Kevin (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/@catchinkevin 🌲 NC Youth Outdoor Engagement Program https://gooutside.nc.gov 🇺🇸 Operation North State- Supporting disabled veterans through outdoor experiences http://www.operationnorthstate.com 👍 If this episode helps you catch more black crappie during tough conditions, like, subscribe, and share it with a fishing buddy who’s been struggling lately.
October 28, 2025
Derek Kelly: Expert Strategies for Inshore Sheepshead Fishing — Brilliant Fishing NC Podcast
Derek Kelly, administrator of the 74,000-member Carolina Inshore Fishing Facebook community, joins Brilliant Fishing NC to share proven strategies for catching one of the most challenging inshore species — the Sheepshead. In this episode, Derek discusses tackle setups, bait selection, reading structure, and how to detect the light “tap-tap” bite that makes Sheepshead so tricky. You’ll also hear about his background, memorable catches, and tips for fishing the Carolina coast effectively. Topics covered: Choosing the right rod, reel, and leader setup Best baits for Sheepshead: fiddler crabs, barnacles, and urchins Understanding tides, structure, and seasonal patterns Hook-set timing and current speed adjustments Inshore fishing insights from North Carolina waters Follow Derek’s fishing community on Facebook: Carolina Inshore FishingLearn more at [BrilliantFishingNC.com] (optional) 🎣 Brilliant Fishing NC — Real anglers. Real stories. Real Carolina waters. Sheepshead fishing, inshore fishing, Carolina coast, saltwater fishing, Derek Kelly, Brilliant Fishing NC, fishing podcast, North Carolina fishing
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