Waypoint TV Adds My World with Renowned Pro Bass Fisherman, Mike “Ike” Iaconelli
The world’s leading entertainment destination for hunting, fishing, and outdoor adventure programming, Waypoint TV is eager to announce the addition of My World with Mike “Ike” Iaconelli to the Waypoint TV Channel, on November 27 at 9:30 PM ET. Mike’s charisma and skill combined with pro-athlete special guests, make this a must-watch series.
My World brings a unique concept to the outdoor space as Ike takes on the rigors of succeeding at other sports at the highest levels. He embarks on entirely new adventures with pro-athletes including Super Bowl Champion Lane Johnson, PBR athlete Keyshawn Whitehorse, NASCAR driver Martin Truex Jr., UFC legend Jim Miller, LPGA Golfer Marina Alex, and Pro Bowler Kyle Troup. Ike also brings these athletes into his world as a professional bass fisherman and shows them the ropes during some unforgettable fishing challenges.
This series highlights the passion that Ike has for his craft and his willingness to seek adventure in the unfamiliar and extremely physical worlds of other professional athletes. While the sports may be different, the discipline and dedication required to succeed is a priority for all. Mike Iaconelli, the New Jersey native and fan-favorite professional angler has been fishing professionally for more than 20 years. His impressive fishing resume consists of being the only angler to ever win the Bassmaster Classic, Bassmaster Angler of the Year, and B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Championship, along with being an on-screen and on-mic personality. His passion for the sport of fishing and his enthusiasm to share his knowledge make My World with Mike Iaconelli a feel-good, exciting, and bingeworthy series.
“Prepare for some highly entertaining and exciting moments while watching My World with Mike Iaconelli,” said Waypoint TV’s Director of Business Development, Graig Hale. “Mike is an accomplished angler and celebrated host who turns viewers into fans almost immediately. His energetic personality keeps us engaged and hungry for the next scene while we ride along with Mike and his guests. We are pleased to offer these episodes to our viewers and look forward to the smiles and laughter that will certainly follow.”
“I’m really pumped to introduce this show and this amazing team of professional athletes to Waypoint TV!” says Iaconelli. “Each one of them brings a passion and unique skill set to their sport just like I bring to the sport of fishing! We’re all fierce competitors, but can they fish? Can I hold my own in their sport? My World with Mike Iaconelli was so much fun to film and I hope everyone loves it as much as I do!”
My World with Mike Iaconelli launches on Monday, November 27 at 9:30 pm ET on Samsung TV Plus (Channel 1315), PLUTO TV, VIZIO WatchFree+ (Channel 630), LG Channels (Channel 486), FuboTV, Sling Freestream, Frndly TV, XUMO (Channel 718), Local Now (Channel 2100), and Tubi or anytime on the Waypoint TV app and website.
New episodes air every Monday at 9:30 PM ET with additional airings Thursday at 5 and 5:30 pm ET, Saturdays at 7 am ET, and Sundays at 1 pm ET.
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About Mike “Ike” Iaconelli
Mike Iaconelli, an icon in the world of professional bass fishing and a recent inductee to the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame, is a South Philadelphia native who now lives in New Jersey. He’s had a passion for fishing since childhood and has been competing in fishing tournaments since high school. Iaconelli has won, or come close to winning, almost every major award in tournament bass fishing, most notably the 2003 Bassmaster Classic and 2006 Angler of the Year awards. Mike Iaconelli's professional bass fishing career has been marked by both success and innovation, and he has established himself as one of the most accomplished, recognizable, and respected figures in the sportfishing world.