Buddy Jaron Snuck Into the Bassmaster Classic… as Boat 26 + Byron Velvick on Mercer #262

What happens when a guy sneaks into the Bassmaster Classic… and suddenly becomes one of the most talked-about people at the event ? In this absolutely wild episode, internet superstar Buddy Jaron joins Mercer to tell the unbelievable behind-the-scenes story of how he infiltrated the Bassmaster Classic and somehow became the legendary “Boat 26.” From awkward encounters and security close calls to the madness that unfolded once anglers and fans realized who he was, Buddy Jaron breaks down every hilarious detail from inside the biggest event in fishing. But that’s just the beginning… Jaron also dives deep into the wonderfully chaotic world inside his mind with stories, opinions, adventures, and the kind of unpredictable moments that only Buddy Jaron can deliver. Then former Bassmaster winner, ABC’s The Bachelor alum, returns with Byron’s Bunker, Byron Velvick joins the show and regales us with stories from his journey through professional fishing. From sleeping in a legendary Astro Van just for a shot at competing in the big leagues… to the sacrifices, struggles, and unforgettable moments that shaped his career — Byron proves why he’s one of the most unique personalities the sport has ever seen. This episode is funny, weird, inspiring, completely unfiltered… and somehow only gets crazier as it goes. If you love fishing, comedy, behind-the-scenes stories, and pure chaos… this one is mandatory listening. Jaron’s Bassmaster Classic video - https://youtu.be/XUDuVOpmVd0?si=YwFhMtanqL_m0g7N Byron’s Bunker EBay - https://ebay.us/m/k1RbQi Byron Velvick’s YouTube https://youtube.com/@ReelByronVelvick?si=f-UI51u62p-plGmg For more Facts of Fishing visit http://factsoffishing.com/ or liston on: Apple iTunes @ast/mercer/id1564172169 Amazon Music/Audible @s/a2fffdf9-2538-4716-87c8-817655e5ee73 Alexa/TuneIn @s/Media--Entertainment-Podcasts/MERCER-p1422424/ Boomplay @s/48822 iHeartRadio @/269-mercer-81027990/ Listen Notes @AZ_H Pandora @/mercer-the-awkwardly-honest-fishing-podcast/PC:1000624172 PlayerFM @mercer/mercer-episode-1 PodBean @feed.xml Podchaser @s/mercer-1871018 Podcast Addict @/3303877 Samsung: Available on Samsung Devices Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6e5i85dL7ZwEms1LlExY2cFacts of Fishing Social: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaveMercer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaveMercersFactsofFishing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/factsoffishing/ #fishingpodcast #mercer #buddyjaron