Outdoor Journal Radio: The Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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What if the biggest change in Canadian bass fishing came from one of the smallest fish in the lake? In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Dean dive into the incredible story of the Round Goby, a tiny invasive species that completely transformed Canada’s freshwater ecosystems and revolutionized how we fish for bass.

Joined by Rob Wilson, Aquatic Ecologist with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, the guys break down how gobies first invaded the Great Lakes, why they exploded in numbers, and how their arrival led to bigger, fatter smallmouth bass across Ontario and beyond. They also uncover what gobies eat, how they move, and what every angler should know before bass fishing in Goby waters.

Along the way, Ang and Dean discuss the latest invasive species news, the surprising connection between COVID-19 and lampreys, listener questions about game-changing gear, and why technology like LiveScope isn’t the only thing shaking up modern fishing.

If you love bass fishing, care about invasive species, or just want to learn how a single fish reshaped Canada’s most iconic waters, this episode is a must-listen.

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- The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species
- SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures
- J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment
- Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories

- Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts!

- Silverwax: Proudly Canadian since 1999

The Outdoor Journal Radio crew heads to the far edge of Nova Scotia for a wild East Coast adventure in Canso, one of Canada’s most historic and fish-rich coastal towns. From giant bluefin tuna and great white sharks to the unforgettable local characters and ocean superstitions (bananas on boats, whistling for the wind!), this episode has it all.

Join Angelo Viola, Pete Bowman, Dean Taylor, and Nik Viola as they brave rough Atlantic seas, battle sea sickness, spot sharks, test out cutting-edge sonar tech, and hook into some of the most powerful fish on Earth.

We’ll also dive into Canada’s grass carp invasion, a new tick-borne disease warning, and listener questions about tournament boat safety.

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- The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species
- SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures
- J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment
- Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories

- Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts!

- Silverwax: Proudly Canadian since 1999

In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, Pete Bowman and Dean Taylor take the show on the road to Quebec’s incredible Taggart Bay Lodge on Lake Kipawa. Joined by lodge owner Yves Bouthillette, the crew dives into what makes this region one of the best fishing destinations in Canada. From world-class smallmouth bass action and trophy walleye to conservation efforts that protect lake trout populations, this episode is packed with fishing insights, stories from the road, and tips you can use on your next trip. Plus, we break down the latest news on invasive grass carp in Lake Huron and share a fan question about targeting big lake trout.

If you love Canadian fishing, hidden gem lodges, and learning how anglers adapt to changing waters, this episode is for you.

This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by former Arizona Game Ranger, Sam Lawry, to discuss poachers and the dark details of fish and game law enforcement.

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Designs By Pete™; using a firearms license to board a flight; the consistency of Canadian airlines; Clint Eastwood; whether bass tournaments are harmful; hookless fishing; not caring about the moon phase; the infamous walleye cheater; and the best choice for a kayak fishing life jacket.

With those matters out of the way, Sam joins us from the show from his hunting trip in Montana! Topics discussed included: why being a game ranger can be so dangerous; whether a CO needs a warrant; fishing undercover; accidental poachers; serial poachers; whether wildlife crimes are justly punished; why stripping a license is not effective; Coyote SOBs; getting found out while undercover; the mud puddle story; Sam's experience in Canada; and what you should do if you come across a poacher.

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► MEATEATER'S CLOSE CALLS

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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined IN-STUDIO by two more Fish'n Canada Co-Hosts, Steve Niedzwiecki and Nik Viola!

Since they are in-studio, Steve and Nik joined us for our weekly housekeeping. Topics discussed included: when winter really starts; dumbing things down; getting too technical; the importance of being unplugged; tire chemicals leeching into rivers; forever chemicals; 6PPPD; the need for planer boards; and unconventional smallmouth fishing.

With those matters out of the way, the whole crew gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming season of The Fish'n Canada Show! Topics discussed included: the inevitability of smallmouth during pike opener; spotting fish from the drone; why you shouldn't fish for spawning bass; holey boats; the open water walleye bite; knowing muskie by name; horsefly-crow hybrids; taking fish in the shower with you; catching big fish off camera; and much more!

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Promised links:
- Episode 93: Uncle Mark's Outpost
- Episode 74: Off the Grid Walleye (LIVE from Quantz Lake)
- Episode 69: Canada's New Smallmouth Capital? (LIVE from Nackawic, New Brunswick)

This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Angelo and Pete are joined by boat and motor expert Steve Tait of Maple Leaf Marinas to help us tackle some winterization questions!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Titan Largemouth Bass; inventing fish to replace native ones; the splake problem; fillet knife sharpening; the oldest fish in freshwater; and Ang's problem with bow fishing.

With those matters out of the way, Steve joins the show! Topics discussed included: how to avoid frozen water in your motor; why the motor is not necessarily the biggest concern in cold water; heat being worse than cold; barking your motor; the necessity of gear oil; whether premium fuel is necessary; how to avoid mildew; peppermint; the state of the marine industry; why buying a boat is getting easier; aluminum vs. fibreglass; the status of electronic motors; and much more!

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On this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, the boys are joined by the G.O.A.T of fishing, Bill Dance!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: podcast censorship; DOALO; crown land spraying; glyphosates; fishing and mental health; and selecting the right for walleye.

With those matters out of the way, Ang and Pete are joined by Bill Dance! Topics discussed included: the early days of Bill Dance Outdoors; filming 2008 shows per year; curving bricks around corners; Bill's experience in Canada; the first BASS event; the value of tournament fishing; what's next for Bill Dance; Bill's famous hat; Roland Martin stories; modern technology; and much more!
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This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by NHL legend and die-hard angler, Eric Lindros!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: getting surprised by your own work; educated firewood selection; the port hope fishing petition; salmon snagging; Prussian Carp; lakes that Ang and Pete will never fish again; and the difference between eastern and western steelheading.

With those matters out of the way, Eric Lindros joins the show! Topics discussed included: The Legion of Doom; the Eric Lindros Easter Seals Event; playing hockey with NHL legends; guest hosting an episode of The Fish'n Canada Show; the value of fishing with newbies; Ron Duguay stories; and much more!

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You can now watch this podcast! Check it out on our YouTube channel.

This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Jay Siemens returns to the podcast to talk about the inaugural season of Uncle Mark's Outpost!

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: Taylor Swift; Pete's problem with Hollywood; Al Pacino; fishing with Jonah: world record Lake Trout; overestimating fish fights; and the difference between pelagic and inland walleye.

With those matters out of the way, the boys head to the phones and are joined by Jay! Topics discussed included: meeting THE Uncle Mark; the future of outhouses; Lake of the Woods' Rusty Crayfish problem; northern Largemouth; Starlink; the importance of sat phones; Cinematic YouTubing; boat control; Brazillian Peacock Bass fishing; and much more!

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More from Angelo and Pete:
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► TWITTER
► YOUTUBE
► SHOP CATCH AND COOK

This week, on the Halloween edition of Outdoor Journal Radio, the boys are joined by Larissa Nituch of the Ontario MNRF to discuss a very real and very scary disease facing North America's cervids, Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).

First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: whether Ang and Pete should stop swearing; TV vs. Podcast personalities; the new Largemouth Bass strain; Striped Bass poaching in PEI; crash landing in the Amazon; and lion photography gone wrong.

With those matters out of the way, Larissa joins the show! Topics discussed included: CWD conspiracies; whether humans can get CWD; the monkey study; what an infected deer looks like; where CWD has been detected; whether ticks can carry it; how the MNRF is monitoring for the disease; how wolves may be able to help; how it got here; whether hunters should be getting their deer tested; what you can do to help; and much more!

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More on CWD:
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► SASKATCHEWAN
► MANITOBA
► ONTARIO
► QUEBEC
► NEW BRUNSWICK
► NOVA SCOTIA
► PEI
► NEWFOUNDLAND
► YUKON
► NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
► NUNAVUT

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