UNFILTERED: I can't BELIEVE this HAPPENED
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- Опубликовано: 29 ноя 2023
- In this video I have an unfiltered conversation. I talk about everything that's gone on with my viral videos and give my thoughts on a few things in the fishing Industry. I also get a surprise from a GIANT fish!
Saw the video with Zaldain. Awesome that you picked up the phone. You will figure this out. You really need to create some merchandise with a “nobody” logo. Put it on your wrap, etc.
The paper route crew on the wrap would be cool with all the signature making the words. Just a thought.
I'll pitch in a few bucks.
I would like to see some quick videos on specific topics. Livescope settings, how much time do you spend side scanning, boat positioning in current(or no current). Stuff like that.
Talk about your gear. Not specifically a 'brand' commercial. But what features you like about the tools you use. Braking systems on the reels you like. Rod guides. Grips. Short videos on a variety of topics will show you what the consumer wants to see in depth.
Jacob hit the nail on the head about Ben Milliken. Seems like a total arrogant scumbag. Calling Jacob Foutz a "nobody" and digging at the very end of Randy Blaukat's professional career. I guess he's the almighty angler. Hope he gets his ass handed to him.
PREACH! I've been considering trying the EQ's but with the state of everything, I'm very hesitant to dump a ton of my own money with zero sponsors to try and chase the dream without any sort of idea if I make the elites if I'd have any help. I have so much damn respect for the RAW conversation and fearlessness you've had to speak out about the big organizations.... They need to make a change if they want to keep any Non-endemic sponsors.... Keep up the positive thoughts, and good luck in 2024!
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You don't need to worry about talking all the time. Just let us know why
What are you thinking about before you make the cast. Not every cast, but the why of what you are doing.
Show them the why - on what gear (general stuff ) and you're golden.
Seriously dude, well done 👏
I agree 💯 how do you break down a lake when you get there, why do you prefer one product over another (not just because manufacturers sponsor anglers) I love Bill Dance and his videos but I now know that everything he recommends is because he’s backed by businesses. The dancin’ eel is widely considered 💩 tell us is the Tatula better than the Curado DC for example. Are St Croix rods really the best or G. Loomis or whatever. We’re here for the REAL unfiltered truth. You are a hammer and if you keep speaking the truth about what makes you successful maybe the manufacturers will put the tools in your hands.
Ill be looking out for ya next season!
Milikin knows his stuff but his ego inflates his perspective a lot of the time. I think it’s funny some anglers have taken shots at you, you called out nobody and yet somehow these people get offended by you. Seems like they are just riding the your coattails because your what’s hot at the moment
Don’t see the ego you talk about with Ben. Think it’s mostly tongue in cheek.
“It’s Mr. Nobody to you!”
Sparkie started it all new nickname
Love the fan funded wrap and their names on your wrap! Brilliant idea! #jacobUNFILTERED
Jacob, I’m on Tellico. I used to be big into bass but in the late 90s TWRA stocked walleye to implement the sauger population. They also introduced alewives for their forage. Man…it makes for some great nighttime topwater walleye bites in the spring. Ever heard of this? We’ve been doing it since 98.
You should do a merch drop
Hey like the direction of the videos. Caught you on the latest Bilge podcast! Getting advice from Rob and the Zaldain’s is a great opportunity. They are grinders in the industry for sure!
Milliken knows how to get clicks bro , you and him having a rivalry would be the best thing to happen to you light a 🔥. Clean up the filming and get better content and you will be OK/better. You win one you will be OK.
I think the last month you have fully taken advantage of the platform you worked to get to. The reason your video blew up is you are an elite bass pro, if you made that video as an open angler no one would have cared. There is nothing in life given, only that which is worked for. You worked for your platform, now put that platform to work for you. Nothing will be overnight, keep being you, keep making content, keep catching bass and keep working.
As an outside I think you looked at it with the perspective that if you got to this point that you had arrived and deserved all of this recognition. The reality anymore is that you worked and fished to build YOUR brand, and four months ago, no one outside of really dedicated bass heads really knew who you were. You are finally changing that, kudos to you, I’m sure all of this stuff will fall into place for you now that you are exponentially growing your brand.
I like watching your videos and hope you can gain some traction here on RUclips! Would definitely help you out financially! I saw the Bilge podcast and Rob Terkla called you. Hopefully you guys can work together!!!
Jacob, congratulations for having the guts to speak up. I know it was painful for you, but sometimes pain pushes us to where we need to go. I think in the coming days, you will see more professional fisherman, make similar videos or podcast regarding some of the thoughts that you shared. Oh, and those that don’t say anything who stay silent; well, those guys could be part of the problem, maybe or maybe not. I wish you the best of luck this yearon your tournament season.
I’ll donate a few $, set it up…..didn’t see anything on your website
I hope you have a great season and this will all work out for you.
Just be nice to Ben so he invires you to those private Texas lakes for some great catches and content 😊
Everyone who donates gets a ticket to win your boat.
professional yapper holy crap
Great Video!! You have a great year coming in 24! Just keep doing what you are doing
Just keep your head up your doing a great job 👍
Congrats on your success with the bass fishing, Jacob. I think you are really on to something with the "fan funded" sponsorship. I personally can't give a whole bunch of money to you but I really wish I could. With that said, I truly do hope and pray that you find even more success with the bass fishing. Keep the faith, little bro. Greetings from Royal AR. 👍🇺🇸
Just think if 6k subscribers gave 5 dollars that’s 30k over half his entry fees
So every little bit counts for him
Don’t even know him just a thought.
I'm in$$
Ben Milliken is the man !
Ben is a legitimate good guy. He will help anyone anyway he can. He is a media man…..remember that
Truth! Son of two teachers incredibly smart and driven. He’d likely collaborate with you if you asked. Hell do a 1v1 on a lake neither of you have been to. We’d all be here for that!
isnt milliken the owner of the company waterland? thats on your hat in this video?
Truth! That’s exactly what I was going to say. Just burnt a potential partnership with Waterland 😂
Looking forward to fishing with ya next Friday. If anyone wants to fish the Chick. Hit up Jacob.
Ben wasnt talking shit about you, he had good things to say about you on mercer. He was talking about Randy B
Don’t take that nobody comment personal. He’s just making a point that you have to provide value to your sponsors if you want to get paid.
Replace Pro Choice with the People's Choice Fan Sponsored
Keep up the videos. I know you will succeed.
The 5 stages of frustration, you're on about level 2. There is no real meaningful success without failure, if you want it bad enough you can change the industry instead or conforming to it. Your instincts are correct, skill should equal success, but in a vain and superficial world that feeds shallow emotions with the quick fix junkie impulsive no depth corporate business models, it's hard to stomach going against your views of hard work should be enough. You are correct, again I say, shame the industry if you can back it up into exposing them for their (corporations) choosing meaningless content over meaningful dedication and skill, no one wants to be called shallow, but that's just what they are. You must be very straight forward with proof to expose them, we still live in America and without naming names as to avoid law suits, expose them for the chi na products, the poor customer service, the buying and selling to monopolize, call them out for taking advantage of the consumer, call them out for their business models that steal, kill and destroy. Don't be their slave, make them your bi tch and your subs will explode and then they'll beg you to sign with them and you can name your own price. FIGHT! If you have to change tactics, change to what will put you in charge not in slavery. Good luck my friend, I'll be watching and so will the corporations that can't afford to to be exposed by a truth telling character building influencers, remember this also, you'll have more success exposing them with humor and kindness, just saying.
One of my favorite spots to fish on the Hiawassee
I really liked the striper action. 👍😁
went to highschool with you. Glad to see you chasing your dreams!
Really like the fishing
Jacob, answering viewers questions and put your little emoji at the end of our comments is my only suggestion. It bonds your tribe it seems to me when guys like Castledine for example do that
Trust me don’t worry about what people think like he is really just trying to bank on you remember lions don’t worry about what the sheep think you are an Elite pro to win you will need to be a lion keep the faith
If people want to be a part of your boat wrap, that’s awesome. If not, the easiest way to support is to let the ads run in your videos to make sure you get the ad revenue you deserve. Keep grinding, and keep filming. Hopefully you can upgrade the mic along the way. The wind noise is tough, but I think you’ll get there.
RUclips ads are next to nothing. unless you get 300K more views per video
@@andrewmlo5937 well, it’s better than nothing my guy….even if he can make just $40-50 per week it buys a little gas or some baits. It’s an easy way to support was the point. Also, be optimistic that as he improves the channel will grow.
Agreed. I think he would have better traction if people pitched him like 5 bucks like his current idea.. My account was monetized for some time and I made next to nothing. even with a video that got 500K views (I had to take it down, still in my archives though)@@fishingthe262
The Googans started out young, just kids with a camera and they are millionaires now. They fish an occasional derby every now and again but none are bass master elite qualifiers. I caught on to Ben’s videos a couple years ago and have learned so much from him. I only subscribe to people who are helping me become a better angler and you’ve gotten the attention of a lot more people recently so run hard and fast with it!
Keep the positive attitude - there is no place in life for negativity. Keep making videos where you share information with the masses and your channel will grow.
Best comment so far!! Milliken knows his stuff--and knows how to get views also. No reason to engage if you do t usually engage- it isn't fuel for fire....you do you and keep emotions and negativity out of it. I love Ben's content for sure as he's lit an influencer, and I love your content--you're just real. Rock and roll for '24
Free guid trip for the one who donates the most
Imitation is the highest form of flattery.
It needed to be said
YOU SAID IT!
Sometimes people need a good swift kick in the azz to wake up and see what is becoming of their sport.
I don’t know what size shoe you wear but your kick seems to have hit the target area! Good luck
Bro you get to be out on the water every day , I'm here working on cars 50 hours a week. So you are blessed. Figure it out it will come
I am out on the water everyday…
@jacobfoutzfishing living life brother , keep doing it get a intern I'm sure there is someone who would film and edit for trips out on the water. And if you get a go fund me who cares people do it all the time. And Don't let people get into your head I like Milliken he gets clicks Don't take it seriously
Ben M. was really just trying to help you brother! Ben is a str8 up realist! It can come off as being an asshole I’m sure, but dude!!! It only affects you if you let it and I don’t think he meant it like you took it bro.
I think you might be right, I went and listened to Ben again. I think he was rating to help Jacob, but that is the problem with Ben is it's hard to know how to take him. Some days I think he is great and others not so much.
Man I wish we had those where I live!!
Ben wasn’t taking a dig at you. I think you missed the whole point of his video. That video he made was supporting what you said in your first video.
Might want to invest in a good wind mic if going to make more videos. When you get a chance. Keep these coming. Give us an update on your guide business.
I just watched the pod cast where the Bass Mafia/Googhan guy called you. I heard you asking about direction. I love the idea you have about the cost of the tournaments.
As an amateur fisherman I watch RUclips to learn. I see a ton of bait reviews but other than a few videos here and there. I don't see why the angler chooses exactly what bait/color/retrieve they choose once they start fishing. Personally not interested in Live scope because it's all the same. Find fish, jig a soft swim bait or jerk bait. Also if you go over previous success in tournaments with the items I mentioned above. I'd watch everyone of them.
keep up the good work ill would willing to donate a few bucks i like your work habits never give up keep chasing your dream
SMH...Already in beggin mode, and another buckeye against the world. Go Blue!!
Heart broke by Ohio State????? Try being a Husker fan!
Keep trying to figure out what works and doesn't work for you man. Some people will love it, some will hate it, it's the nature of the world. You are just a cog in the machine, but doesn't mean you can't make a place for yourself.
I would suggest pulling back on being judgemental of those that have already figured out, and reach out for advice and tips on media training and how to manage the marketing side of what is required in the social media world.
I think Rob was very clear in that just being able to catch fish will not pay your bills unless you have a phenomenal year, every year. So outfishing someone is the goal, of course, but that does not correlate at all to hitting the jackpot with sponsor dollars. Best of luck.
You need to make a video about your guide trips . How to book a trip and where you guide at. What services do you offer ? Do you offer any educational guide trips ?
I’m not sure if I can find the time . Just starting a new job. But if booking a trip would help I wouldn’t mind trying to do that.
That’s what I’m talking about! Keep putting up the Videos. I’ll be surprised if Ben ever outperforms you. The new Federation Nation Guy is putting on a event to raise money. I had a guy stake me for a percentage of my winnings one year.
Yea man.. you may want to rewatch his video… that was such a minor dig at you. Why does it bother you?? The major dig was at Randy. Not you. And milliken is dropping truth bombs.
Lots of comments about discussing your gear and tackle, would certainly help get the dollars flowing. 3 videos, haven’t seen it yet. 🤷🏻♂️
You should put a focus on partnering with small businesses. Like some mom and pop outdoor related companies. You both would benefit, they're more relatable and you'd be helping the economy. All of which people/your fans can get behind and respect. Get together with some custom rod and custom painted lure businesses. Gather up some local tackle shops for partnerships. Just get on that level... and watch how that flips the game!
keep it up!
I'll know you're really hurting for cash once i see you putting the stripers in the live well for fish tacos 😊 I learned a lot about using live scope from your last video. We all just want to learn more from you pro's. Keep teaching and your fan base will connect and support you! Wishing you the best!
Where are all the ducks , it’s been bad here in south Louisiana
Could you describe the areas you are fishing? What you are using for bait.
I enjoy your channel but i really dont think you understood what Ben was meaning, Ive been a Mfer for long time and if you really needed something from Ben i honestly think he will be there to help.
Maybe spin a “shot” into a positive opportunity for additional content….
Great stuff! Like how you put it out there!! Like the idea of fan support & the fact you tell it like it is!!👊👍Stay Safe & God Bless!!!
Great video Jacob!
Please invest in a good microphone with a filter to block the wind noise. 👍
Thanks for the input 👍🏻
Let’s go!
Ill donate so money. I think its a great idea.
Nice!
Jacob I think you are missing something your story is great but if you want to really get sponsors interest think about this. You have bought and paid for everything you have so what brand of trolling motor are you using and why. What brand of rods are you using and why, why do you run a nitro, what baits are you throwing and why. You are obviously using the tools you use for a reason and it's not because they were given to you so tell your story but include these other things if you really want sponsors attention
In the grand scheme of things, everyone in the fishing industry is a 'nobody'. I may know two people that would recognize maybe a couple of names. Just make sure you know the name of Jesus! 😉
4 top 10’s in 2 years doesn’t = a no buddy!!! This is the year the blue trophy 🏆 comes your way …
I thought Rob was going to help you out. I listened to that podcast when they called you. I remember him saying talking about what your doing and only talk for 20 seconds or so. Wait a while and then say something else. It is probably difficult constantly talking anyway. Talking about where your fishing and setup plus the baits. Okay
Dude, I always thought sponsors would be glad to pay for boat wraps and have their name added as the title sponsor. Big ass letters for whoever it is. If I had a small business and helped you with sponsorship, I would gladly pay for the wrap with my companies name on it. Simple. Done, perhaps the next company you approach… Explain to them how you gonna put their name out there all over the country while you were fishing and even popping on TV and ask them to sponsor you with the boat wrap donation
Miliken took a minor dig at you and mostly a dig at Blaukat who deserves it. If you really watched Ben’s video he was trying to help you.
Well said
Yes l saw Ben’s interview also .. he didn’t really dig at you but maybe tongue in cheek. Anyways #gocatchem
Why does Randy deserve it?
@@chadjohnson6407 because he stirs the pot on purpose and kind of asks for it so he can get clicks.
Jacob’s been wearing waterlens glasses and Milliken owns them
One more thing. Please don’t collaborate with Blaukat on ANYTHING 😅
Just my opinion, but you would be better served by guiding for "operating" income for your Elite expenses. There are only 100 Bassmaster Elites in the world, work to making that pay off for you. Perhaps find a seasoned angler, like a Bernie Schultz, to mentor, and guide, you along the way.
Don't be ashamed of naming names as far as milikin goes talk shit that's one of the best part of sports you just have to back it up personal vendettas are what create intrigue and everyone likes a little suspense at tournament time!!
Donations are a great idea , let’s be honest a membership is basically the same thing to one’s channel , watch if u succeed with donations you will see more of them do the same thing , I think it’s a great idea bro
Start a Patreon!
Have you looked into the sponsorless gig there’s a guy that runs that wrap on npfl
That would be Oklahoma native Sheldon Collings.
Not sure if you're aware or not but Ben Milliken owns or is part owner of Waterland... the sunglass company that's on your hat. Might be smart not to give free advertising to a dude that talks shit about you. Just sayin.
I would have taken that striper home for dinner lol. Good video! Keep em coming!
Does Bass require a Boat Wrap.?
Elite Series does.
B.A.S.S. Opens competitors do not..
B.A.S.S. Elites Do, they actually get fined everyday that don’t once the season has kicked off.. & every wrap must have a B.A.S.S. Badge on it as well.. 👍🏼
Jacob, I really like you as a person. But you need to get you a mentor that will help you grow a pair. That’s not criticism, that’s good fatherly advice son. 😊👍
Cool vid
Milliken is a entertaining dude but he definitely has a mouth on him!when I saw you in his video I was like wtf ! Of course he had randy on because of the stupid livescope division among anglers . Which agian is just so freaking dumb! But he had no reason to throw you in there!
GO BLUE!!!
It'd be cool to do an occasional giveaway of a guide session for subscribers and people who donate
I like that idea!
Thought you gave up hunting so can fish full time?
Bro! You’re on the water fishing, talking about scouting for ducks for hunting, and talking how the football team let you down and money is tight! Sorry but you got time to do all that then you got time to go get a job and some security! Don’t take this as a dis, but seriously, and now a go fund me? Cmon man!
I guide…
I'll contribute but that's a lotta weight upon you! If you don't produce then your just another panhandler it's up to you.
Bass. Competition was way more fierce than it is these days. Now, everyone is expected to be friendly and get along. All the community hole. bullshit is ridiculous. Find your own spot. Anyway, once you tell Ben Millikan off, become good friends with him, because that dude has the mind of a professor. He will probably tell you himself. Dot I’m sure he was speaking from a purely sarcastic standpoint. Basically you got to get yourself out there and keep making these videos. Lean more on your talent and less on your story. You caught the shit out of them last video by the way. That busted ass mag draft lol.
Bro did you not listen to anything Rob Terkla told you? You have his # call him back 😂
When it comes to Milliken, he does come across as a douche, but I don't know him personally. Several of my friends (who are part of the 6th Sense pimp crowd) really like the guy. To me, the good part for you is that Milliken is an expert at capitalizing on YT trends. If he noticed your video and felt the need to make videos about it. and mentioning you, that is a good thing for you. He gave you some great pub, especially given the size of his channel. So, despite the fact that his mentioning you in what could be considered a negative light, the next time you see him, you really should give him a big ole kiss. Through his channel, he gave you a good deal of publicity and as we all know, there is no such thing as bad publicity. In reality (if you haven't already), you and he should get together and piece together a faux rivalry/"negative relationship" and play it to the hilt. Neither of you have anything to lose and everything to gain. Almost in the way that Iconelli realized early on that bass fishing, when he broke into it, was dominated by "good ole boy-southern-ah shucks-humble-tow-in-the-sand-good-guys types. So, Ike realized that a good way to create a brand, was to be the opposite of what was the standard. He decided to be the brash, Yankee, loud mouthed, fit throwing persona/ You gotta admit, it worked really, really well. As I'm sure you know, in reality, Ike is one of the nicest guys you'd ever want to meet, but he realized that schtick was way over-played and decided that playing the "villain" had a lot more upside potential to differentiate him over the rest. Plus, as I know you are aware, Milliken isn't the only one who capitalized on your vid. I had a guy that admitted to me (and his channel only had a few hundred subs initially) that after he did a video talking about your vid, he shot up to 1500 over night. So, as I'm sure you know, you're making waves, and that is all good.
In furtherance of Milliken when it comes to marketing, he is a genius. To me, he is the prototype of how you break into the big leagues in modern times, just in the reverse way that it was/is traditionally done. He was lucky enough to get into the YT game very early, and build a successful brand (that and being fortunate to hitch his star to Casey Sobzack from the earliest) and built his brand and his following and THEN he decided to make his move into professional fishing. Totally opposite of how it is normally done. In any case, just from his fishing skill set, you gotta admit he had a really stellar rookie year.
So, as far as you are concerned and your land mark video of speaking the "truth", my opinion, as far as how this game is played (and so does everyone else, obviously, as far as "opinion" goes) and that is this. I have no doubt that what you said was heartfelt and also, for the vast majority of what you said, was absolutely true (and remember, my opinion is just that of a week-end hack, who just happens to be old and have followed this silly game for well over 50 years and been fortunate enough to have been around/met/know/be friends with, a lot of the old time legends), but I do have some questions for you, if I may.
While I don't doubt that a lot of the old timers that you sought advice from did tell you to "just focus on the fishing and the rest will take care of itself" it's problematic for me to see that there wasn't corally advice given. That being, "ALL else" that goes into this game and how to be successful. While possible, it does strain credulity to think that is ALL that they said. The reason I believe this is because all the old timers I know (a number of whom are among the biggest names in the game) have always told stories of their early days in the sport. Take Jimmy Houston for example, he has made innumerable videos about how in the early days of his tournament fishing, he "knew" he HAD to place in the money, or he didn't know how he'd have enough coin to even get back home. I say this just to illustrate that I don't think its ever been anything but difficult to make a go of of professional fishing. To further illustrate, just in the case of Houston, this is a guy who is in his 70's and every video he does he's talking about where he is going (usually several times a week) and jetting off all over the country to pimp his sponsors. Not to mention all his other side hustles to make coin and its not like he isn't already a multi-millionaire.Just an illustration of how much work outside of fishing these guys do/have done to make a go at this game.
So, in conclusion, would you concede that it is possible when you were getting this advice, there wasn't at least SOME selective hearing going on? Hope you read this and look forward to your response.
I’m a big fan of his actually!
Facts!!!!
Dam dude, why didn’t you just write the guy a letter? You one long winded sum beach who makes absolutely no sense with your rambling nonsense
Straight facts. He did you a favor and a lot of others by putting the state of the industry out there.
Man I think you missed the point of what everyone was saying. Sponsors only pay you to get a return on their money through sales. None of them care about anything else and never have. Why would their advertising dollars go to someone who doesn’t advertise their products? I feel like this should be common knowledge. Look around the industry, those making most of the money are the ones who are hustling the most to help their sponsors anyway they can. It’s always been that way. How about at least showing any current sponsors some love. Pulling for you man but you gotta realize it’s a help each other kinda thing.
Subscription channel might be a good way, it's pretty consistent income. You'd have to put out the videos to make it worthwhile though.