Shows
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#49 || Dr. Chris Therrien: Three Mind-Blowing Fish Facts You Absolutely Don't KnowWe welcome back Dr. Chris Therrien for a jaw-dropping conversation that will change how you look at fish. Did you know that male bluegills will disguise themselves as females to sneak past aggressive males and steal fertilizations? Or that most —maybe even all— of the world record Arctic char caught in the legendary Tree River are likely Dolly Varden trout? Using cutting-edge genetic analysis, traditional ecological knowledge and meticulous field research, scientists have rewritten what we thought we knew about these iconic fish.But perhaps the most astonishing discovery is Mary Catherine— a tiny 4.6-pound, 25-inch lake trout...
2025-12-161h 10
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#48 || Robert Pye & Melissa Dakers: No Habitat, No fishHealthy fish populations start with healthy habitat. In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we talk with Robert Pye and Melissa Dakers from Watersheds Canada about why protecting and restoring fish habitat is the foundation of sustainable fisheries. We explore the threats these vital areas are facing and how anglers and shoreline owners can make a difference in their own backyards. Robert and Melissa explain what's at stake and how anglers can play a leading role in keeping our lakes and rivers thriving. This is one conversation that goes straight to the heart of what makes great fishing possible.
2025-12-021h 05
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#47 || Jason Smith: Noah's Ark for Whitefish - Rescuing a Great Lakes LegacyLake whitefish - the backbone of the Great Lakes fishery for centuries - are in trouble. Biologist Jason Smith joins us to explain why these iconic fish are disappearing, what's driving the collapse and the groundbreaking bold "Noah's Ark" project that could one day bring them back. It is a story of crisis, science and hope for one of the most important fish in North America.Send us a message
2025-11-181h 12
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#46 || Scott Smithers: Seasons, Limits and the Science That Keeps Fish BitingWe've all seen fishing regulations — seasons, size limits, daily and possession limits— but how are they actually set? The numbers aren't just pulled out of thin air. They're grounded in decades of science and driven by massive amounts of data -collected through creel surveys, trap net sets and rigorous sampling programs.On this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we're joined by OMNR Regional Fish and Wildlife Specialist, Scott Smithers. Scott walks us through what these surveys look like in the field, the kinds of information they provide, and how all of it comes together to guide fishery mana...
2025-11-041h 01
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#45 || Dr. David Schiffman: Beyond JAWS - The Real Story of SharksFifty years after JAWS terrified a generation, the fear of sharks still runs deep — but the truth about these ocean predators is far more fascinating than frightening.In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, Dr. David Shiffman, author of Why Sharks Matter, tells us why these ancient fish are critical to healthy oceans, how they shape entire ecosystems, what makes them biologically extraordinary, and why so many species are on the brink of extinction.From great whites and hammerheads to Greenland sharks that live for centuries, David takes us inside the secret world of sharks —and...
2025-10-211h 02
Chasen Walter's In Thru The OutdoorsEpisode 1196 I Went to Namesville!Here's a replay of an older episode "My Trip To Namesville! Kinda fun, a episode using all my guest that year on a a journey to a fictious town called Namesville! Thank you for the inspiration! Dr. Sonar, Austin Felix, Joe Henry, Zippy Dahl, Brad Hawthorne, Mike Peluso, Adam Bartusek, Tony Mariotti, Tim Hutchinson, Johnnie Candle, Troy Mattson, Troy Peterson, Nick Mundt, Gord Pyzer, Jason Mitchell, Stephanie Lawson, Amy Munsick, Jennifer Pudenz, Jenny Anderson, Brad Durick, Lewie Valentz, Sean Weaver, Eric Brandriet, Joel Nelson, Bret Amundson, Jason Durham, Pat Kalmerton, Adam Rinas, John Brammeier, Zach Axtman, Troy Diede, John...
2025-10-2002 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#44 || Julie Charbonneau: Hooked on Hyperstability - When Good Fishing Masks a CrisisCatch rates may look good on paper—but what if they're lying to us? Julie Charbonneau is a member of the Earth to Ocean Research Group, in the Department of Biological Sciences at Simon Frazer University and she joins us today to explain how high angler catch rates can hide serious population declines. Learn about the phenomenon of hyperstability, the dangers of relying on catch data, and what it all means for the future of British Columbia's iconic steelhead. Catching more fish doesn't always mean there are more fish to catch.Send us a message
2025-10-071h 02
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#43 || Dr. Steven Cooke: What New Bass Science Means for AnglersWhat happens when the world's leading bass scientists gather to share their latest discoveries? The 2025 Black Bass Symposium brought together researchers, managers and anglers from across the globe — and the insights could change the future of bass fishing. In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with renowned fisheries scientist Dr. Steven Cooke of Carleton University, who helped organize the symposium. From angler impacts to management strategies, we explore the biggest breakthroughs in bass science and what they mean for conserving - and catching - more and bigger bass in the years ahead.Send us a...
2025-09-231h 18
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#42 || Dr. David Philipp: Smallmouth Revival - Record Year Classes from a Bold New StrategyLast year we sat down with renowned smallmouth bass researcher Dr. David Philipp to discuss what he described as a once-in-a-lifetime discovery on Opinicon Lake in southeastern Ontario.When COVID-19 restrictions limited angler access to the lake during the smallmouth spawning season, something remarkable happened. For the first time in decades, the fish were able to spawn undisturbed — and the result shocked the science community: record-setting year classes of bass.In response, Dr. Philipp and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources launched an experimental bass sanctuary management project to protect spawning fish and allow their fr...
2025-09-091h 19
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#41 || Haley Tomlin: Are Your Car Tires Killing Salmon and Trout?Salmon and trout face a deadly threat that has nothing to do with overfishing or predators-it comes from our roads. In this week's episode of Doc Talks Fishing, British Columbia Fisheries Foundation biologist Haley Tomlin reveals how a hidden chemical called 6PPD-quinone is washing off our roads and into rivers-threatening the fish. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation.Send us a message
2025-08-261h 06
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#40 || Dr. Greg Sass: Walleyes at the Tipping PointWalleye populations across the Midwest are in trouble and Dr. Greg Sass warns they may be nearing an ecological tipping point. As head of Wisconsin's Escanaba Lake Research Station, Greg is one of North America's leading experts on freshwater fish populations. In this week's Doc Talks Fishing, he reveals why many walleye fisheries aren't bouncing back, and what must change before it's too late. If you care about the future of walleye fishing, you can't afford to miss this urgent and eye-opening conversation.Send us a message
2025-08-121h 10
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#39 || Dave Chong, Part Two: Outsmarting Pressured FishIn Part One, our good friend, pro angler Dave Chong, unpacked how fish— especially bass-are getting smarter, adapting to pressure, and avoiding our best lures. Now in Part Two, Dave reveals more advanced tactics that he uses to overcome the growing challenge of "conditioned fish," including overlooked triggers and his favourite presentations that don't wave red flags.Whether you're a weekend warrior or a tournament pro, you'll walk away from this episode with new tools, sharper instincts, and a much better understanding of how fish behavior is changing—and how to adapt. If you liked Part One, you...
2025-07-2955 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#38 || Dave Chong, Part One: Guide to Outsmarting Pressured FishIn this week's episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we dig into the cutting-edge science of fish learning and conditioning with top tournament bass pro Dave Chong. Building on the jaw dropping research shared by Dr. Hal Schramm, who revealed that bass can learn to avoid lures, boats, and angling pressure Chonger takes us into the weeds on how he adapts to beat these now-savvy fish.Dave doesn't just talk tactics—he breaks down exactly how he adjusts his approach to stay one step ahead of pressured fish. If you've ever felt like your go-to lure suddenly stopped wo...
2025-07-1558 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#37 || Emily Yeung: Saving a Ghost - The Fight to Keep Atlantic Whitefish AliveIn this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with fisheries scientist Emily Yeung to uncover the incredible story of the Atlantic whitefish—a "living fossil" on the brink of extinction. These elusive fish have survived millions of years of evolution, yet today, they cling to existence in just a handful of Nova Scotian lakes. Emily breaks down why this species is so unique, what catastrophic threats have pushed them to the edge, and why their survival matters-not just for ecosystems, but for anglers and conservationists alike. Could hatcheries and captive breeding be their last hope? Tune in to...
2025-07-011h 03
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#36 || Premek Hamr "Dr. Crayfish": How One Crayfish is Changing Freshwater EcosystemsThis week on Doc Talks Fishing, we crawl into the fascinating-and alarming-world of crayfish with renowned biologist Dr. Premek Hamr.From native species quietly working behind the scenes to the aggressive takeover by rusty crayfish, "Dr. Crayfish" pulls back the curtain on one of the most under-appreciated but ecologically powerful players in our lakes and rivers. What makes rusty crayfish such effective invaders? How do they displace native species-and what does it mean for our favorite gamefish?Whether you're an angler, biologist, or just curious about the wild lives happening beneath the surface, this episode...
2025-06-171h 25
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#35 || Pete Garnier: The Panfish Playbook - From Lab to LimitsIf you love chasing crappies, bluegills and pumpkinseeds—this is the panfish masterclass you’ve been waiting for. In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we hand the mic to Pete Garnier—known far and beyond as the Panfish Professor—to show us how he turns science into success.Pete doesn’t just fish—he studies his quarry like a true tactician. From breaking down key panfish behaviours to revealing his go-to seasonal locations, he bridges the gap between lab and lake. You’ll hear exactly how he uses Scott Smithers’ research to dial in the best bite windows, ch...
2025-06-031h 38
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#34 || Dr. Hal Schramm: Too Cool to Fool - Why Your Best Lure Isn't Working AnymoreCan fish learn to outsmart us? In this fascinating episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with Dr. Hal Schramm-legendary bass biologist, pioneering researcher, and inductee into the National Fisheries Management Hall of Excellence— to explore the cutting-edge science of fish learning and conditioning. Hal shares eye-opening research showing that bass—and likely other species— can actually learn to avoid lures, boats and fishing pressure after being caught and released.It's a provocative twist: thanks to slot limits, selective harvest, and catch-and-release, bass populations are booming in many lakes. But despite healthy numbers, many anglers are notici...
2025-05-201h 10
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#33 || Dr. Nigel Lester and Nick Baccante: Walleye Mysteries Solved - Your Questions, Expert AnswersWhy did your go-to walleye lure stop working? Do big females "ghost" anglers after the spawn — and where do they go? Why are some lakes full of daytime biters and others go dead until dusk?In this jam-packed episode of Doc Talks Fishing, renowned walleye scientists Dr. Nigel Lester and Nick Baccante return to answer your questions about walleye behaviour, movement, learning, vision, spawning and feeding. We even dive into deep science on saugeye reproduction, pelagic foraging and whether you're fishing too small for big walleyes.If you love walleye and want to understand them on...
2025-05-061h 28
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#32 || Paul Radomski: Author of "Walleye: A Beautiful Fish of the Dark"What makes walleyes masters of low light, why do they seemingly vanish from some lakes but thrive in others, and what really drives their boom-and-bust cycles? In this eye-opening episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with fisheries scientist Paul Radomski, author of Walleye: A Beautiful Fish of the Dark to dive deep into the fascinating science behind one of North America's most enigmatic gamefish. Discover why walleye are negatively phototactic, how their behavior shifts between lakes, and which"old wives' tales" about them are true-or not.Whether you're chasing trophies on a prairie...
2025-04-221h 07
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#31 || Nelson Bergh: The Science Behind Stocking Trout (And How to Outsmart Them)Ever wonder what REALLY happens before trout hit your favorite lake? We went behind the scenes with Nelson Bergh, head of Saskatchewan's massive fish hatchery, to uncover the secrets of trout stocking-from hand-picked genetics to survival rates, wariness, and why some fish grow into giants while others vanish.Learn how hatchery science can help you catch more (and bigger) trout by understanding where they're stocked, how they behave, and when they're easiest to fool. Whether you chase rainbows, browns, brookies, splake or tigers this episode is packed with next-level intel you won't hear anywhere else!...
2025-04-0858 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#30 || Evan Versteeg: The Astonishing Brainpower of Lake TroutDid you know that a lake trout's brain actually grows in the winter? That's right-when the water gets cold, these incredible fish devote more energy to their brains, enhancing their cognitive abilities for complex reasoning. This astonishing discovery challenges everything we thought we knew about fish behaviour!In this mind-blowing episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with fisheries scientist, Evan Versteeg, who discovered that lake trout brains *literally grow larger* in cold water when these cunning predators sharpen their cognitive abilities to outsmart prey and survive in frigid conditions. But when summer rolls around, their...
2025-03-251h 07
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#29 || Gianni Nevieri: Winter Walleye Smarts - Science Meets Ice FishingLake Winnipeg’s legendary greenbacks are a different breed. Unlike their structure-hugging cousins in Shield-type lakes, these giants roam the vast, featureless expanse in search of pelagic baitfish. In our last episode, Dr. Paul Cooley revealed the science behind their winter habits, but now we’re taking it to the next level—putting that knowledge into action on the ice!Enter Gianni Nevieri, better known as Gianni Balboa, a top winter walleye angler who has mastered this unique fishery. In this episode, we play back key moments from Dr. Cooley’s research and challenge Gianni to break it down...
2025-03-111h 20
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#28 || Dr. Paul Cooley: Cracking the Code for Winter Walleye SuccessEver wondered what walleyes are really doing beneath the ice on relatively shallow, featureless, prairie-type lakes? Join us on this week’s episode of Doc Talks Fishing, as we unravel the mysteries of winter walleye behaviour with renowned fisheries biologist, Dr. Paul Cooley. Dr. Cooley shares groundbreaking insights from his cutting-edge research, revealing where walleyes go, how they feed, and why they behave the way they do during the coldest months of the year. From thermal preferences to movement patterns, this episode is a masterclass in the science behind winter walleye fishing on these unique seemingly featureless lakes.S...
2025-02-251h 28
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#27 || Scott Smithers: Unlock the Secrets to Catching More and Bigger Panfish with OMNR BiologistEver wondered what it takes to consistently reel in slab crappies, trophy bluegills, and vibrant pumpkinseeds? In this must-listen episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with Scott Smithers, a leading biologist with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and a panfish management expert.Scott dives deep into the fascinating world of panfish, revealing their hidden habits, preferred habitats, and the science behind growing bigger, healthier populations. Whether you're targeting crappies in the spring, bluegills in the summer, or pumpkinseeds in the fall, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you make every cast...
2025-02-111h 15
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#26 || Liam, Gord and Dr. Chris Therrien: From Science to Success - Mastering Winter Lake TroutAre you ready to catch more and bigger lake trout under the ice this winter? We're diving this week into Dr. Christian Therrien's groundbreaking research on lake trout habits and habitat. From their seasonal movements in the winter time to their feeding patterns, we unpack the science behind what makes these incredible fish tick. But we don't stop there—we take Chris' fascinating findings and translate them into practical, game-changing strategies you can use to outsmart lake trout and land more and bigger fish. Whether you're an experienced ice angler or just getting started, this episode is packed with tr...
2025-01-281h 04
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#25 || Jeff Matity: Pike On Ice - Habitat, Prey and a Game-Changing TechniqueWe’re thrilled to welcome back Saskatchewan-based biologist Jeff Matity who has spent years studying northern pike. In this fascinating episode, Matity unpacks the winter habits of pike, revealing how these apex predators use a surprising variety of habitats —they’re not all in the weeds— under the ice. You’ll learn why pike are drawn to specific prey species like ciscoes and yellow perch and how their behaviour can mimic lake trout.But that’s not all—Matity shares his groundbreaking techniques for catching trophy pike beneath the ice. Using jigs and ciscoe belly fillets, as well as circle...
2025-01-141h 27
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#24 || Jamieson Atkinson: Predators, Log Booms and Bottlenecks - BC Salmon Under SiegeDive into the intricate world of British Columbia's salmon with our latest episode featuring Jamieson Atkinson, Program Manager at the Aquatic Research and Restoration Centre, British Columbia Conservation Foundation. Jamieson shares cutting-edge research into the "survival bottlenecks" that are keeping salmon stocks dangerously low. Learn how PIT tags and micro-fishing are helping scientists track juvenile salmon and uncover the critical challenges the fish are facing in the open ocean.But the story doesn't stop there. Jamieson explains how human interventions, like hatchery-raised salmon, can complicate wild populations and why long-standing log booms in coastal estuaries may be...
2024-12-311h 19
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#23 || Nick Baccante: Walleyes Under the Ice - Unlocking Winter SecretsAre you ready to revolutionize your ice fishing game? This week on Doc Talks Fishing, we're drilling beneath the frozen surface to uncover the fascinating world of walleyes during the cold winter months. Our guest is none other than Nick Baccante, the former senior scientist with Ontario's legendary Walleye Research Unit. Nick has spent years studying these iconic fish, and he's here to share groundbreaking insights into their behavior and habitat under the ice.In this episode, we'll explore what walleyes really do in the depths of winter—how they hunt, where they hide, and why they be...
2024-12-171h 25
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#22 || Rebecca Spring: From Microns to Monsters - The Science Behind Trophy FishRebecca Spring jokingly calls herself the "Bug Lady," but as an aquatic taxonomist, she's much more than that. She's a scientist who unravels the complex food web that supports everything alive in the water-from microscopic plankton to the big fish we love to catch.What makes Rebecca even cooler? She's also an avid angler and hunter. Living in tiny Alberton, Montana (population around 400), just a stone's throw from Missoula - where A River Runs Through It was filmed - she has a deep understanding of the intricate connections between algae, plankton, insects, and the walleye, bass, trout...
2024-12-0352 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#21 || Dr. Nigel Lester: "Walleye: A Beautiful Fish of the Dark"Dr. Nigel Lester, has spent much of his life studying the life history of walleyes as a research scientist with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and a professor with Trent University and the University of Toronto. Co-author of one of the most groundbreaking studies ever undertaken, Dr. Lester and his team looked at how ambient light and water temperature combine to affect walleye abundance. If you've ever wondered why your favourite walleye lake does or doesn't produce lots of fish, or what constitutes the perfect walleye water, tune into this week's fascinating episode. You'll never look...
2024-11-191h 05
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#20 || Dr. Heidi Swanson: Turnover – What It Means and How It Affects FishTwice a year—spring and fall—lake turnover disrupts the waters and drives anglers crazy. To help us make sense of this phenomenon, we’re joined by Dr. Heidi Swanson, a distinguished fisheries scientist and the inaugural Jarislowsky Chair at Wilfrid Laurier University. Heidi is also the adjunct professor at the University of Waterloo, Dr. Swanson’s work with cold-water fish is legendary.In this episode, she’ll explain how, in lakes that stratify, the thermocline acts as a ‘glass floor’ for warm-water species like bass and walleye, while it’s a ‘glass ceiling’ for cold-water fish like trout, whitefis...
2024-11-051h 01
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#19 || Dr. Bruce Tufts: Do Fish Scents Really Work?Dr. Bruce Tufts is a comparative fish physiologist at Queen’s University where he specializes in fish olfactory senses. On this week’s podcast, Bruce explains how fish use their keen senses of smell and taste. Using hundreds of captive fish, Bruce and his team undertook countless feeding trials to isolate the specific molecules that flip the switch and convince them that your bait is real. And what about garlic and coffee, do fish really find them attractive? Does gasoline and oil on your hands repel fish? Tune into this week’s podcast and get the answer to the question...
2024-10-221h 11
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#18 || Dr. David Philipp: A Once in a Lifetime Smallmouth Bass DiscoveryDr. David Philipp is renowned for his work with smallmouth bass - especially their reproductive ecology. But the Director of the Fisheries Genetics Lab at the Illinois Natural History Society, adjunct professor at the University of Illinois and Chair of the Fisheries Conservation Foundation encountered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Opinicon Lake, in southeastern Ontario, when Covid rules closed access to the fish during the spawning season. How the bass responded has not only shocked the science community, it has led to an experimental management project that may show us how to manage for more and bigger bass in the...
2024-10-0858 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#17 || Danny Swainson: Are Steelhead Doomed?Biologist Danny Swainson says steelhead on the west coast have so many nutrients available to them once they hit the ocean that they can grow to 15 pounds in three or four years. But something is happening to them once they enter salt water and it is frightening. Are steelhead different from the rainbow trout in the rivers? What are the survival bottlenecks they are encountering in the ocean? How many adults are returning these days to spawn? What are tracking studies telling us? And how bleak is the future of the fishery? Hold onto your hats folks as British...
2024-09-241h 06
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#16 || Brian Chan: Triploid Trout - Are They the Future of Stocking?Renown biologist, Brian Chan has spent years managing the trout fisheries in British Columbia. You'll be amazed listening to Brian explain how the province produces triploid female rainbow and brook trout that grow twice as large and live twice as long as diploids. There is a reason the trout fishing spotlight is shining so brightly on British Columbia these days. Brian even shares some of his stillwater trout fishing secrets with us. Hold onto your hats, folks, this one is amazing.Send us a message
2024-09-1052 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#15 || Steve Quinn: The Lateral Line, A Fish's Sixth SenseBiologist Steve Quinn has a foot in the world of fisheries science and fishing itself. The longtime bass editor of In-Fisherman Magazine has authored numerous research reports and served in various capacities for the American Fisheries Society. Steve joins Liam and Gord on this week's podcast to reveal how fish use their lateral lines to communicate with each other, hunt and capture prey. They can even detect the vortex left in the water by a fleeing baitfish (or your lure) and follow it straight to the item. You will be intrigued listening to this week's podcast —and add a tr...
2024-08-2755 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#14 || Chris Therrien: How Ciscoes Change the Life History of PredatorsCiscoes —also known as lake herring and tulibees— are so favoured by walleye, lake trout, northern pike, bass and muskies that they seem to have a target painted on their backs. Absolutely every predator fish devours them every opportunity they get. Dr. Chris Therrien —who is known as The Cisco Kid— sits down with Gord and Liam on this week’s podcast to explain how ciscoes can totally change the lake dynamics and life history of predators. Prepare to be dazzled as Chris explains how to find ciscoes and the biggest fish in your favourite lake. Send us a messag
2024-08-131h 12
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#13 || Dr. Sean Landsman: Magnificent, Mysterious, Magical MuskiesRenowned muskie scientist, Dr. Sean Landsman tells Liam and Gord on this week's podcast that he has observed muskies doing some mighty strange things. Using bio-loggers equipped with pressure sensors, Landsman says he is surprised at the number of muskies that frequent deeper water, lay on the bottom of the lake and suspend in the water column? Do muskies have different personalities? Do they learn? And do they adjust their behaviour based on fishing pressure? The author of Project Noble Beast has tracked and studied muskies like few others and you'll come away after listening to him with a...
2024-07-301h 25
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#12 || Becca Perry: Set Your Sights on WhitefishFew fish baffle anglers more than lake whitefish. They're found in countless numbers of lakes, often offering up staggering populations of big hard fighting delicious fish. But in other than a few well-known lakes in the winter, whitefish remain an enigma. Rebecca Perry is an instructor at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, who has studied lake whitefish extensively. She talks with Gord and Liam on this week's podcast and helps us unravel the secrets to locating and catching whitefish throughout the open water season.Send us a message
2024-07-1659 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#11 || Barry Corbett: Tracking Bass Throughout the SeasonsImagine surgically implanting radio tags inside 38 smallmouth bass and then tracking them on a daily basis for up to five years. The details you would learn about their habits and habitats would astound you. Well, that is what OMNR biologist Barry Corbett did on one million acre Lake of the Woods, in one of the most monumental bass tracking studies in fisheries science history. Barry shares what he learned with Liam and Gord on today's podcast and it will take your breath away.Send us a message
2024-07-021h 10
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#10 || Dr. Paul Cooley: The Incredible Walleye / Shiner ConnectionAny day now, an amazing pre-summer peak walleye pattern is going to explode. And it is based on something few anglers understand — the shiner spawn. Dr. Paul Cooley is the fisheries scientist who discovered the phenomenon on massive Lake Winnipeg — but it happens in every lake where walleyes eat shiners — and he tells the boys where you’ll find the fish bunched up big time. Are you ready for this: the best fishing occurs in waist deep water on the same sand beaches where everyone is swimming and sunbathing. Hold onto your hats because you’re not going to believe thi...
2024-06-181h 07
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#9 || Baccante, Whetter and Pyzer: Walleye Tactics, Tricks and PresentationsNick Baccante, the Senior Research Biologist in Ontario's renown Walleye Research Unit, recently shared some amazing early season science secrets. This week, Gord and Liam take Nick's walleye words of wisdom and show you how to prepare a foolproof game plan to put more and bigger fish in the boat. Jump in with the boys and learn how to combine state-of-the-art science with cutting edge walleye presentations.Send us a message
2024-06-041h 09
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#8 || Tom Brooke Jr.: The Allure of CrayfishThere are 669 different species of crayfish, including 400 varieties in North America. And every fish finds them finger licking good. Especially, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleyes, yellow perch and trout. Liam and Gord spend an hour brainstorming with crayfish biologist, Tom Brooke Jr., discovering what is happening on the bottom of our favourite lakes, rivers, reservoirs, pits and ponds. Did you know that crayfish don't lay eggs? That they range in a rainbow-like array of colours. That depending on the species, they can be docile to mean. And fish find them to be most vulnerable when they're in their soft-shelled...
2024-05-211h 11
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#7 || Bev Ritchie: The Walleye / Mayfly MiracleIf you fish for walleyes (bass, trout, pike, perch, even muskies) you won't believe what you're going to learn from biologist, Bev Ritchie, who discovered that the magnificent hexigenia limbata hatch so heavily in even numbered years - like this year — that the walleyes go berserk devouring them. There are as many as 120 mayfly nymphs crawling around every square metre or yard of lake bottom and the fish pounce on them and eat them almost exclusively when they're about to hatch. Which is any day now. It is why the walleye bite often slows down when the mayflies start ha...
2024-05-0758 min
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#6 || Nick Baccante: Spring WalleyesNick Baccante helped write the book on walleyes, studying the popular sport fish as the lead Research Biologist in Ontario’s esteemed, Walleye Research Unit and as the Fish and Wildlife Section Head, for the Peace Region in British Columbia. Nick joins Liam and Gord on this week’s podcast as they talk about early season walleye behaviour and fishing strategies. Do you know why you typically catch more small male walleyes than large female walleyes when the fishing season opens? The trophy-size fish go to specific locations and develop unique feeding habits that you can incorporate into your fishi...
2024-04-231h 13
JMO PodcastApplied Fishing Science w/ Gord Pyzer | JMO Fishing 263Gord Pyzer is back on the JMO Podcast due to popular demand. In 2023 Gord came on and gave us a taste of how he has been finding and catching more big fish by applying research science to his fishing strategy. In this fishing podcast Gord does a deeper dive into the science and shares his own fishing experiences to depict even better what this applied fishing science has made him a better more effective angler. Gord is a wealth of information and any angler would benefit from his teachings. Lake Of The Woods - https...
2024-04-221h 03
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#5 || Dr. Bruce Tufts: Why Big Fish MatterLiam and Gord sit down this week with Dr. Bruce Tufts, who heads up the prestigious Freshwater Fisheries Conservation Lab at Queen’s University. Tufts explains why big walleye, bass, trout, northern pike and muskies are the rock stars of the fishing world. A 12-pound female walleye, for example, lays exponentially more eggs than three four-pound female walleye. The eggs are bigger, more nutritious, more viable and hatch earlier leading to the best year classes. And that is just for starters. The behaviour of big fish will leave you amazed.Send us a message
2024-04-091h 00
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#4 || Rob Swainson: Saving Brook TroutIf we’re lucky we get the chance, once or twice in our life, to cross paths with someone who changes the course of history. In Rob Swainson’s case, it is the celebrated brook trout fishery associated with Lake Nipigon, the Nipigon River and the north shore of Lake Superior. Gord and Liam interview the man this week, who wouldn’t accept the fact that a world class fishery was doomed. Under Swainson’s leadership the brook trout fishing has sprung back to life. How did he do it and what has he learned that will help us manage and...
2024-03-261h 15
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#3 || Chris Therrien: The Incredible World of Lake TroutGord and Liam sit down this week with renown lake trout scientist, (Dr.) Chris Therrien, who has spent years studying the habits and habitat of lake trout. Chris shocks the boys explaining how cold water loving lake trout will venture to feed into the last place you'd ever expect to catch them — hot shoreline water in the middle of summer. He also spells out why he would never fish for lake trout in a lake that didn't offer ciscoes as the principal prey species. And are you ready for this: lake trout suffer beriberi disease when smelt are introduced to...
2024-03-121h 09
Made to CastEp.36 The Whetter the Better with Liam WhetterTodays show we talk to Liam Whetter and his journey to be a successful multi species angler, as well as a champion for the sport of fishing. Liam shares the knowledge he has garnered from some of the most educated people in their respective fields, and I truly had a fantastic time talking with him.For all things Liamwww.youtube.com/whetterfishingwww.instagram.com/whetterfishingCheck out his new podcast with Gord Pyzer on all platforms "Doc talks Fishing"Support the showFind me at:www.instagram.com/h...
2024-03-111h 07
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#2 || Kamden Glade: What do Muskies Eat?Unbelievable ... amazing .... mind-boggling. Choose whatever superlative you want to use and it is appropriate for this week's guest, Kamden Glade, who works for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Kamden studied the diets of muskies (northern pike, walleye and largemouth bass) using gastric lavage - the same technique employed in hospitals. Kamden joins Liam and Gord on this week's podcast and explains what muskies eat in different lake settings and whether or not they compete with each other for food. Muskie anglers love to "match the hatch," so go ahead and guess what muskies eat most often? You're going...
2024-02-271h 07
Doc Talks Fishing Podcast#1 || Jeff Matity: The Fascinations of BurbotThis week Gord and Liam sit down with biologist, Jeff Matity to discuss the amazing underwater world of burbot. Did you know that burbot communicate with each other when they spawn? And that the non-breeders guard and protect the spawning grounds against intruders. We also examine the ways you can use this cutting-edge science to increase your catch of burbot — you can decoy them using muskie baits — and land more of the fabulous freshwater cod every time you go fishing. We even divulge a top secret burbot tactic with a crazy spin off benefit: the biggest northern pike of your...
2024-02-161h 08Chasen Walter's In Thru The OutdoorsEpisode 648 Gord Pyzer Fish The FoamGord Pyzer is a Fishing Editor for Outdoor Canada Magazine. In his article "Fish The Foam" For Huge Walleye, Bass, Muskies, Trout and Pike, Gord talks about the science and trigger they have on catching fish! #ittoutdoors #OutdoorCanadaMagazine #Walleye #Bass #Muskie #Musky #Trout #Pike #NorthernPike
2023-09-1302 minChasen Walter's In Thru The OutdoorsEpisode 630 itto News UpdateGord Pyzer's "Fish The Foam", North Dakota's Pronghorn lottery is done and the price of gas is going up! #ittoutdoors #outdoornews #FishtheFoam #OutdoorCanada #walleyefishing #muskyfishing #bassfishing
2023-08-1802 min
Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 77: Good Fishing Decisions w/ Cory JohnstonThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, we interrupt the pre-fishing of BASS Elite Series angler Cory Johnston as he joins the show from the deck of his boat on Lake Simcoe.First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: our new podcast network; the Fish'n Canada and Outdoor Journal Radio merch line; why Gord Pyzer keeps rice in his tackle box; silicon; Steve's snoring; and saltwater Northern Pike.With those matters out of the way, Cory Johnston calls into the show as he searches for smallmouth on Lake Simcoe. Topics discussed i...
2023-07-271h 24
JMO PodcastFinding Big Fish Feeding on Pelagic Bait w/ Gord Pyzer | JMO Fishing 186Gord Pyzer has been producing cutting edge fishing content for anglers for decades. Gord is a wealth of information on many fishing topics. In this JMO Podcast we begin to explore what Gord knows about how a forage base of pelagic bait species such as Ciscoes, dictate fish patterns throughout the seasons. Big fish especially enjoy feeding on such bait species and we aren't only talking about walleyes.North Dakota Game and Fish “2023 Sportfish Challenge” - www.gf.nd.gov/fish-challenge
2023-06-011h 01Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 68: LIVE from The Sportsman's InnThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, the whole Fish'n Canada crew is LIVE from a balcony of the Sportsman's Inn in Killarney, Ontario! Topics discussed inlcuded: doing it LIVE; Captain Pike; buying networks; how Gord Pyzer became The Doc; when fish start producing eggs; the short growing season of Canadian fish; peanut butter whiskey; cheating in a sucker tournament; losing to a twelve-year-old girl; fishing fishing spots on Google Maps; Jeopardy hosts; the portal; breaking the banana rule; spotting fish with drones; making arrowheads; Red; precision pike filleting; eating smallmouth; rough water; openers being overrated; and much more!
2023-05-251h 07
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing PodcastMaine Fly Guys with Greg LaBonte - Musky, Brook Trout, In the Film PodcastShow Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/446 Sponsors: BearVault, Country Financial, Anglers Coffee, Trxstle Are you planning a trip to Maine for some Fly Fishing? Would you like to find out which are the top species to chase on the fly? Greg LaBonte from Maine Fly Guys answers these questions and much more today on the podcast. Greg is the owner of Maine Fly Guys and also a professor with a focus on fisheries. He describes his take and how he utilizes his podcast, In the Film to start discussions around controversial topics. Click play below...
2023-05-091h 13
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing PodcastMusky with Gord Pyzer - Outdoor Canada, In-Fisherman, Lake of the WoodsShow Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/440 Presented by: Mavrk Fly Fishing, Waters West, Dalton - Country Financial Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Gord Pyzer, one of the most well-known researchers and fishermen for musky, is on the podcast today. He takes us into the Lake of the Woods and some of the great species that this place offers. We get into some big tips on chasing big predators. We get a little background on the seminar program that he does around the country and why he's so sought after. And then discover...
2023-04-251h 09Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 61: Canada Wins the Classic! w/ Jeff GustafsonOutdoor Journal Radio has made the shortlist for this year's Sports Podcast Awards! Follow the link below to create an account and cast your vote in the Wilderness category!https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/login/Thank you to today's sponsors!Xplore - High-Speed Internet with Unlimited Data for only $59.99/mo!AsianCarp.ca - your resource for information and news regarding the overall threat of Asian carp to the Great Lakes and beyond.Coleman Canada - The Outside is Calling, Answer the...
2023-04-061h 41Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 54: Why You've Been Muskie Fishing All Wrong w/ Gord PyzerThank you to today's sponsors!Xplore - High-Speed Internet with Unlimited Data for only $59.99/mo!AsianCarp.ca - your resource for information and news regarding the overall threat of Asian carp to the Great Lakes and beyond.Coleman Canada - The Outside is Calling, Answer the Call.Power-Pole- Total Boat ControlThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, The Doc is back! This time, to talk to us about a recent discovery he made that...
2023-02-161h 14Chasen Walter's In Thru The OutdoorsEpisode 469 My Trip To NamesvilleWhere do I start? I will start at the beginning! This is my trip to Namesville. Thank you for the inspiration! Dr. Sonar, Austin Felix, Joe Henry, Zippy Dahl, Brad Hawthorne, Mike Peluso, Adam Bartusek, Tony Mariotti, Tim Hutchinson, Johnnie Candle, Troy Mattson, Troy Peterson, Nick Mundt, Gord Pyzer, Jason Mitchell, Stephanie Lawson, Amy Munsick, Jennifer Pudenz, Jenny Anderson, Brad Durick, Lewie Valentz, Sean Weaver, Eric Brandriet, Joel Nelson, Bret Amundson, Jason Durham, Pat Kalmerton, Adam Rinas, John Brammeier, Zach Axtman, Troy Diede, John Prochnow, Curt Reeff, Clifford Pirch, Mark Steck, Curt Underhill, Bill Katz, Clay Houle, Mike Reilly...
2023-01-0502 minOutdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 42: Should We Be Ice Fishing for Natural Brook Trout? w/ Gord PyzerThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by The Doc himself, Gord Pyzer!First, however, some housekeeping was in order: Topics discussed include: who is Natalie; Americans breaking Canadian records; measuring tools; whether Ang and Pete would kill a fish to get a record; protecting naturally occurring Brook Trout; the underappreciated Brook Trout mecca; stockers; one man’s trash; and consuming 40% of your body weight.With those matters out of the way, Gord Pyzer joins the show! Topics discussed include: whether fish feel sonar pulses; railing baits; calling backup; Ned Rigs; th...
2022-11-241h 42Chasen Walter's In Thru The Outdoorsitto Episode 377 The Great Gord PyzerGord Pyzer is one the greats in the industry, as a matter of fact I was actually pretty nervous just to make the initial call to see if he would be willing to chat! Ya, know what? There is nothing to fear but fear itself. Gord was GREAT! #ittoutdoors
2022-08-3002 min
Wknd Warriors Fishing PodcastEP. 039 // Optimum Feeding Times ft. Liam WhetterIn this episode we sit down with angler, hook sharpening fanatic and Grandson of Gord Pyzer, Liam Whetter. Liam is an amazing young angler and has a ton of multi-species experience. We dive into optimum feeding times to fish and how to determine them. We touch on some other great fishing conversation topics so be sure to tune in!
**Wknd Warriors Co. Re-brand & Website Launch -- SIGN UP to be the first to know about the launch, massive giveaways, discounts and access to the online store! ~ www.wkndwarriorsco.com ~
Don't forget to drop a review or rating on your listening...
2022-08-261h 15Chasen Walter's In Thru The Outdoorsitto Episode 327 Gord Pyzer Musky Spawn TwiceMusky Insider had a story about the fact that Musky spawn twice so I reached out to Canada's Gord Pyzer to find out more! #ittoutdoors #minnowoverboard #musky #muskie #fishing
2022-06-2102 minOutdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 19: Does Moon Phase Matter? w/ Dr. Steven Cooke and Gord PyzerThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete dove deep into moon phases and sought to answer the question, once and for all, "do moon phases affect fishing?"Before they got to that, however, some housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed include: The origins of solunar tables; Is the moon sexy enough?; Brad’s armpit; Lab migration; Underwhelming fish movement; Dying geese; Switching to tungsten; and whether the next FNC boat will be electric?With those matters out of the way, the boys welcomed their first guest of the episode, biology professor Dr. Steven Co...
2022-06-162h 23Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 16: The Cult of Muskie Fishing w/ Frank Ungaro and Gord PyzerThis week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by two special guests to break down one of the most unique species (and groups of anglers) North America has to offer.First, however, some housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed include: The problem with Gobies; Subtle discoveries; Recovering St. Lawrence Muskie; Catching Great Whites; Do scented baits work?; Unleashing brilliance, Offensive odours; and Mice eating your PowerBait.With those matters out of the way, the boys head to the phones and call up the host of the Ugly Pike Podcast and certified member...
2022-05-262h 11Outdoor Journal Radio: The PodcastEpisode 02: Freshwater SushiIn Episode 2 of the Outdoor Journal Radio Podcast, Ang and Pete recount their experience eating fresh Walleye sushi in Northern Ontario and get to the bottom of the question - can you eat freshwater fish raw?Before getting down to business, however, the boys get into a bit of news. Topics discussed include: monkeys getting CWD; size limits for male walleye; mercury in lakes; 50% of seafood being mislabeled; eating Asian Catfish instead of Seabass; and the Ex-Lax Fish.After going through the stories of the day, Ang and Pete call friend-of-the-show Gord Pyzer to get...
2022-02-172h 04
Wknd Warriors Fishing PodcastEP. 010 // Gord “the Doc” Pyzer (PART 2)Q & A with Gord Pyzer! Part 2 of our sit down with Canadian fishing legend Gord Pyzer. We appreciate you tuning in as we take listeners questions and a few of our own and get some remarkable answers from Gord. Be sure to tune into Part 1 of this interview in EP. 009 — You can find Gord on Facebook or Instagram @gordpyzer.
Follow the show @wkdnwarriorsfishingpodcast on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for updates, behind the scenes, giveaways and more!
Email us guest or episode suggestions at theweekendwarriorspodcast@gmail.com
Find everything you need to know about the show here: https://linktr.ee/wkndwarriorsfishingpod
Get...
2021-05-281h 05
Wknd Warriors Fishing PodcastEP. 009 // Gord "the Doc" Pyzer (PART 1)Sit back and ENJOY! Fishing Editor Gord Pyzer is widely regarded as Canada's most scientific angler. Known in fishing circles as the “Doc”, he worked for 30 years as a senior manager with Ontario's Ministry of Natural Resources before devoting all his energies to fishing. A member of the Canadian Angler Hall of Fame and the National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame, the 62 time award-winning writer is also an internationally sought out speaker, tournament angler and field editor with Outdoor Canada and In-Fisherman Magazines and Television. You can find Gord on Facebook or Instagram @gordpyzer.
Follow the show @wkdnwarriorsfishingpodcast on Instagram, Face...
2021-05-211h 12
Ottawa Business PodcastJohn Anderson - Ottawa River Musky Factory & Musky Factory BaitsIn this episode we speak with John Anderson, founder of the Ottawa River Musky Factory and Musky Factory Baits. John is one of the world's most knowledgeable and experienced Musky anglers. We discuss the keys to the success of the Ottawa River Musky Factory, the value of persistence and following your passions. We also dive deep into the weeds about all things Musky related and learn how John got hooked on Musky fishing at a young age.Additional information about the Ottawa River Musky Factory:www.ottawarivermuskyfactory.comE-mail: gotmusky@gmail.com
2021-01-041h 05
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World PodcastIce Fishing 101Get ready to go fishing in places where the thermometer doesn't get above freezing! Learn all about the fun and the challenge of ice fishing with two avid and accomplished anglers and award-winning radio and podcast hosts, Captain Barb Carey, President and Founder of Wisconsin Women Fish and Founder of The Women Ice Angler Project, and Canadian Outdoor Hall of Famer Gord Pyzer, President of Canadian Angling Adventures Ltd, covering the equipment you need, how to keep warm, and the best time to get out on the ice.
2020-01-2553 min
The Blue Fish Radio ShowGord Pizer on the State of Canada's Walleye StocksGord Pyzer is Canada’s most award winning outdoor author, inductee into numerous halls of fame, a radio and TV host, and the fishing editor for Outdoor Canada Magazine. He also served as a biologist in Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry for over 30 years. Gord has news about the state of Canada’s world-class Walleye fishery on Lake Winnipeg that needs to be heard.Listen to Gord Pyzer this week on Blue Fish Radio reflect on Walleye conservation successes and failures, and what each of us needs to do.
2018-09-2132 min
2016-10-2402 min2016-10-2402 min2016-10-2402 min2016-10-2402 min2016-06-2902 min2016-06-2902 min2016-06-2902 min2016-06-2902 minThe Blue Fish Radio ShowGord Pyzer Part Two of TwoGord reflects on the past, present and future of fishing. How technology and knowledge have tipped the balance in favour of fishers and anglers, and why we all need to apply morals and ethics to fishing, and not rely on catch limits as the default. Gord believes Sport fishing has become a highly sustainable activity, and there's no reason why we can't also learn to harvest fish sustainably as well. He says the goal is to, "limit our catch and not catch our limit". Gord also reflects on his time fishing musky with famed bass legend, Aaron Marte
2016-02-1329 minThe Blue Fish Radio ShowGord Pyzer Part One of TwoGord Pyzer has spent his entire professional and personal life unlocking the mysteries of fish. His insights on Bass and Walleye behaviour unlock the clues to fish patterns that will allow you to catch bigger fish more often. Listen to what Gord has to say about the ability of fish to reason.
2016-02-1326 min
2015-07-2912 min