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Doc Talks Fishing Podcast

Liam Whetter & Gord Pyzer
Walleye
Smallmouth Bass
Lake Trout
Invasive Species
Conservation
Fish Conditioning
Angling Techniques
Northern Pike
Brook Trout
Steelhead
Fishing Techniques
Tournament Fishing
Lake Winnipeg
Yellow Perch
Climate Change
Walleye Populations
Large Mouth Bass
Rainbow Trout
Panfishing
Rusty Crayfish

Welcome to DOC TALKS FISHING, the podcast dedicated to exploring cutting-edge fisheries projects with renowned biologists from around the world. Join Liam Whetter and Gord Pyzer as they unravel the secrets that will help you reel in more and bigger walleye, bass, trout, salmon, muskies, pike and panfish.Tune in as we unveil breakthroughs in fisheries science that will elevate your fishing game to ... more

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Latest Episodes

We like to think we know about lake trout, but what if we've been underestimating these remarkable fish? What if lake trout have individual behavioural patterns, know their way around an entire lake and can find their way home after being moved miles... more

If you want to catch more and bigger perch, forget the guesswork! In Part 2 of our Doc Talks Fishing conversation with Saskatchewan fisheries biologist and passionate perch angler, Jeff Matity, we're turning science into fish-catching strategies.

Wh... more

When we think about yellow perch, it’s usually about watching a slip bobber

disappear and the scrumptious fillets that follow. But yellow perch are one

of the most important fish in freshwater, often fuelling entire aquatic

ecosystems.

From giant wa... more

Dr. Trevor Keyler has spent years investigating what the underwater world looks like through the eyes of a walleye. His research reveals a fish with an astonishingly sophisticated visual system — one perfectly adapted to hunting in the low-light worl... more

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Recent Guests

Colin Gallagher
Fisheries scientist who researches lake trout, Arctic char and Dolly Varden
Episode: #65 || Colin Gallagher: The Secret Life of Lake Trout
Jeff Matity
Saskatchewan fisheries biologist and passionate perch angler
Episode: #64 || Jeff Matity: Jumbo Perch - Find 'Em, Fool 'Em, Catch 'Em!
Dr. Trevor Keyler
Researcher studying walleye vision and eye biology
Episode: #62 || Dr. Trevor Keyler: The Hidden World Through a Walleye’s Eyes
Dr. Joe Langan
Pink salmon researcher
Episode: #61 || Dr. Joe Langan: The Salmon That Broke Biology
David Phillips
Renowned fisheries scientist
University-affiliated research (Ontario)
Episode: #60 || Dr. David Philipp & Dr. Steven Cooke: The Great Bass Sanctuary Experiment
Steven Cooke
Fisheries scientist
Carleton University / wildlife biology
Episode: #60 || Dr. David Philipp & Dr. Steven Cooke: The Great Bass Sanctuary Experiment
Jereme Gaeta
Research scientist and predator-prey study lead
University positions mentioned (US/Canada)
Episode: #59 || Dr. Jereme Gaeta: Big Fish Don't Eat Big Fish (Most of the Time)
Dak de Kerckhove
Ontario Fisheries Scientist
University of Toronto / MNR
Episode: #58 || Dr. Derrick de Kerckhove: The Conveyor Belt Effect - Why Windy Days Create Fish Buffets
Cameron Tait
Gold medal-winning chef who represented Team Canada at the World Culinary Olympics; avid angler
Chef, Olympic culinary athlete
Episode: #57 || Cameron Tait: From Hook to Haute Cuisine - The Science of Cooking Fish

Hosts

Liam Whetter
Host of the show and co-host
Gord Pyzer
Co-host and conservation/pishing expert

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • Amazing podcast if you want to become a better/ more informed fisherman!!!

    This podcast is a must listen if you want to answer the “why” to your fishing questions with scientific knowledge backing up the answers. Gordo and Liam do a wonderful job of incorporating decades of fishing experience with a scientific explination that will not only make you more informed, but also a much better fisherman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamiegoblue
    Canada7 months ago
  • A different take on a fishing podcast

    Incredible deep dives on topics to make you a more informed fisherman. Thanks for this fresh take.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huntwife
    United States2 years ago
  • WHEN “DOC” TALKS, I LISTEN!!! So should you

    There is nothing like this Science-Based fish/fishing series! Every podcast is packed full of well-explained fish facts (every species is different) that is then folded into a meaningful fishing-based application by the guest expert, Gord and Liam. Simply genius!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stain mcfurguson
    Canada2 years ago
  • Fishing is science ❤️❤️

    I am so thrill and thankful of your excellent podcast and sharing the conversations with fishery experts on the fascinating world of fish species and fishing. Your work spark interest in fishing while promote conservation. Look forward to many many more episodes to come. Bravo! Bravo! 👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HankLau
    Canada3 years ago
  • Excellent from start to finish

    If you are serious about fishing, this is a can’t-miss show. Gord, Liam and their expert guests provide useful science-based insights, while sharing amazing and entertaining stories from their own fishing experiences. These guys are professionals of the highest calibre, and genuinely good people, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MB Hunter
    Canada3 years ago

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Clear science-based takeaways and practical fishing insights that translate well to real-world angling.
Listeners appreciate the blend of stories, hands-on tips, and actionable conservation messages.
Guests are industry-leading experts, bringing credibility and depth to every episode.
Community and conservation emphasis resonates with long-time anglers and researchers alike.

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#65 || Colin Gallagher: The Secret Life of Lake Trout
Q: Since we can never catch them once it gets dark, do they hibernate? Do they stop feeding for six months of the year? But the other question is, during the daylight, how do they know when that peak feeding morning and peak feeding evening by this, when there is no morning and evening?
The tracked trout responded to daylight during winter and continued moving beneath ice and snow. Gallagher says they likely feed during winter, though the study did not establish what they eat or how feeding patterns work during continuous daylight.
#65 || Colin Gallagher: The Secret Life of Lake Trout
Q: Are we that individualistic as Lake Trout?
Gallagher says individual differences likely reflect behavior and changing needs, such as finding prey, avoiding predators, responding to light and preparing to reproduce.
#64 || Jeff Matity: Jumbo Perch - Find 'Em, Fool 'Em, Catch 'Em!
Q: How do you eliminate water to find the best perch spots through the seasons?
Matity recommends following seasonal food sources: spawning areas in spring, deeper flats in summer, rocky spawning grounds in fall, and shallow prospecting at first ice. He also uses electronics and cameras to locate fish before choosing a presentation.
#64 || Jeff Matity: Jumbo Perch - Find 'Em, Fool 'Em, Catch 'Em!
Q: What are the biggest mistakes anglers make when catching perch, and what separates consistent jumbo-perch anglers from recreational anglers?
Matity says anglers often assume any perch lake holds abundant jumbos. He recommends researching the fishery, networking for reliable information, and learning the specific water before fishing it.
#61 || Dr. Joe Langan: The Salmon That Broke Biology
Q: What was the jaw-dropping moment for you in the history of this invasion?
The moment when odd-year spawning was observed breaking the two-year rule, with two-year-olds appearing in 1976 despite pink salmon typically maturing in two years; within eight or nine generations, the Pacific-rule was challenged in the Great Lakes, signaling a major shift in our understanding of salmon biology in non-native habitats.

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A science-forward fishing show that blends rigorous fisheries research with practical angling guidance. Episodes feature leading biologists and researchers who share field data, experimental findings, and policy implications, then translate those insights into actionable tips for catching more and bigger fish across species such as bass, muskies, walleye, and trout. A hallmark is the strong emphasis on evidence-based decision making, ecosystem dynamics, and conservation, paired with engaging storytelling and real-world fishing anecdotes. Noteworthy strengths include high-caliber expert guests, clear explanations of complex concepts (from sanctuary design to wind-driven ecology), and a consistent focus on translating science into better fish... more

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2. Jeff Matity
3. Dr. Trevor Keyler
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6. Steven Cooke
7. Jereme Gaeta
8. Dak de Kerckhove

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