Outdoor Journal Radio: The Podcast

This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, the boys are under the midnight sun, LIVE from the front deck of Brabant Lodge in the Northwest Territories! Topics discussed included: how easy it now is to get to the Northwest Territories; 20-pound pike; catching MULTIPLE Inconnu; when weather no longer matters; smoked lake trout; walleye ceviche; disproving the male walleye theory; late spawners; fly fishing on The Fish'n Canada Show; fly vs. gear; Dean's first time on TV; and much more!

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Ever wondered what it takes to film a fishing show in the wild, unpredictable outdoors of Northwestern Ontario? Join us as we kick off our on-the-road outdoor journal radio podcast series from the stunning Sturgeon Lake, staying at the beautiful Lumberjack Lodge. 
Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman, along with their dedicated crew, share the exhilarating start to our 2025 Fish'n Canada broadcast season. From recounting our scenic drive and overnight stay in Wawa, Ontario, to the incredible fishing adventures at Nordic Point Lodge—known for its exceptional hospitality and mouth-watering cuisine—we bring you along for a journey where comfort and good food play a crucial role in making these trips unforgettable.

But it’s not all smooth sailing; our adventures come with their own set of challenges. In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge technology that enhances our fishing experiences and the unique benefits of bringing your own boat, motor, and trailer to navigate the diverse lakes of Northwest Ontario.

We dive into the dual perspective view offered by our new live scope and blue water transducer setup, while also sharing our gritty reality of facing unpredictable weather and strong winds. Despite the rough conditions at Nordic Point, our determination to keep filming showcases the resilience required to tackle nature's elements head-on. Get ready for an adventure filled with innovation, perseverance, and the raw beauty of outdoor fishing.

Ever wondered what it takes to film a fishing show in the wild, unpredictable outdoors of Northwestern Ontario? Join us as we kick off our on-the-road outdoor journal radio podcast series from the stunning Sturgeon Lake, staying at the beautiful Lumberjack Lodge. 
Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman, along with their dedicated crew, share the exhilarating start to our 2025 Fish'n Canada broadcast season. From recounting our scenic drive and overnight stay in Wawa, Ontario, to the incredible fishing adventures at Nordic Point Lodge—known for its exceptional hospitality and mouth-watering cuisine—we bring you along for a journey where comfort and good food play a crucial role in making these trips unforgettable.

But it’s not all smooth sailing; our adventures come with their own set of challenges. In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge technology that enhances our fishing experiences and the unique benefits of bringing your own boat, motor, and trailer to navigate the diverse lakes of Northwest Ontario.

We dive into the dual perspective view offered by our new live scope and blue water transducer setup, while also sharing our gritty reality of facing unpredictable weather and strong winds. Despite the rough conditions at Nordic Point, our determination to keep filming showcases the resilience required to tackle nature's elements head-on. Get ready for an adventure filled with innovation, perseverance, and the raw beauty of outdoor fishing.

This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Dean (Pete is fishing) are joined by Jamie Pistilli and Ridr Knowlton to talk about their new podcast - Untamed Pursuits!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Free Livescopes; our website ads; catching your client's fish; and Eagle Lake Muskie.

With those matters out of the way, Jamie and Ridr Join the show. Topics discussed included: Ang's love for North Carolina; shrimp trawlers; meeting your podcast partner on Tinder; the resurgence of hardcover books; good guide stories; Gar smells; the Ottawa River; Canadian lingo; and what makes a good fishing guide!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by YouTuber James Alofs to talk about Canada's policy on Glyphosates and what it is doing to our Crown Land and all the creatures that use it.

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: our line of church wear; the St. Lawrence River; turning guests into guides; hatchery programs; Ang's pet goldfish; and backpacking.

With those matters out of the way, James joins the show! Topics discussed included: Round Up; using chemicals to clear land; who is doing the spraying; Agent Orange 2.0; why Quebec is ahead of the game; the effects on our moose populations; New Brunswick's chemical problem; skewed science; Stop The Spray; whether the damage can be reversed; glyphosate in our water; and much more!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by Peter Fox, owner of Brabant Lodge on Great Slave Lake to talk to us about a unique and rarely discussed fishery in our country's far north.

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: gym podcasts; Dolly Varden on The Fish'n Canada Show; Bow River browns; the midnight sun; twerking; Killer Whale attacks; and the baitcasting learning curve.

With those matters out of the way, Peter joins the show (twice) from the shores of Great Slave Lake! Topics discussed included: walleye in the Rockies; what happened to the west arm Great Slave Lake Trout; catching pike on 2lb tippet; catching fish on orange peels; fish fry hot takes; world-class horseflies; record Grayling; and much more!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are solo in the studio to talk about some of fishing's unwritten rules and to preview the new format for our "On The Road Again" podcasts! Topics discussed included: first cigars; organic fun; hitting the road again; new scientific names; Lloydminster; nut drivers; stinging nettle; Hay Fever; The Wild Harvest Initiative; fishing code breakers; our new format; fly outs; New Brunswick Largemouth; Bay of Fundy; The Kraken; and much more!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by Dr. Steven Cooke to get into the science of Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, including a lengthy discussion on whether we should be fishing them before their spawn!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Fan mail from T. Nugent; our new hoodies; how golf course fish get so big; and strange things we've found in fish stomachs.

With those matters out of the way, Dr. Cooke joins the show from his Quebec City hotel room! Topics discussed included: Chinese fish management; swimming with spawning bass; unenforceable laws; closing areas rather than seasons; Canada vs. USA bass management; how to avoid deep hooks; bass fatherhood; getting students to guard bass nests;  and much more!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by Dave Stewart, host of one of America's largest fly fishing podcasts - Wet Fly Swing!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: getting flagged; Ang's battle with the IRS; our new look; being occasionally hilarious; cooking with wild herbs; whether CWD can pass to humans; and inflation's impact on fishing.

With those matters out of the way, Dave joins the show! Topics discussed included: podcast history; fixing it in post; fly fishing culture; results vs. experience; walleye on the fly; the stereotypical fly angler; snorkelling with salmon; converting conventional anglers; adapting to change; the Golden Eagles of Oshawa; technology's place in fly fishing; and much more!

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are unintentionally guestless but are still here to give you all the outdoor news, tips, and stories you could ask for. Topics discussed included: where our guest went; haberdasheries; watching the Fish'n Canada Show in Mexico; ignorant lottery winners; living off grid; a new tick repellent; wearing dragonflies; losing the gloss off your lures;  Northwest Territories walleye; fish eating cannonballs; GPS anchors; TV screens on your boat; traditional anchor applications; and much more!

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