Outdoor Journal Radio: The Podcast

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Fishing

Lake Trout

Lake Obabika

Striped Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Fishing Techniques

Outdoor Adventures

Invasive Species

Atlantic Salmon

Livescope Technology

New Brunswick

Fishing Regulations

Muskie

Temperature and Fish Health

Fish Behavior

Fish'n Canada Show

Miramichi

Largemouth Bass

Wilderness Camping

Canadian International Sport Fishing Association

Drawing from their experience as two of Canada’s most prominent outdoor personalities, hosts Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman explore the environmental topics, issues, and events that matter to the everyday outdoorsman. Joined by a wide variety of guests, ODJ Radio seeks to answer the questions and tell the stories of all those who enjoy being outside. Your stories, your questions, on your schedule

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	217	Founded	4 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	WildernessHobbiesLeisureSports

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Episode 212: How Jay Siemens Built One of the Biggest Fishing Channels on YouTube

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12 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 33 min

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Episode 211:How Much Does Bluefin Tuna Fishing REALLY Cost in Canada?

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5 Mar 2026 • 58 min

Epiosde 210: The Biggest Scam in Fishing History?

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26 Feb 2026 • 1 hr 31 min

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Episode 209: Catching the SMALLEST Fish on Purpose?

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19 Feb 2026 • 1 hr 17 min

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Recent Guests

Jay Siemens

YouTuber extraordinaire, cinematographer, co-owner of Uncle Mark's Outpost, co-founder of Uncut Angling

Uncle Mark's Outpost • Uncut Angling • YouTube

Episode: Episode 212: How Jay Siemens Built One of the Biggest Fishing Channels on YouTube

Bob Izumi

Legendary fishing broadcaster and tournament angler with over 40 years of experience in the industry

Bob Izumi's Real Fishing Show

Episode: Episode 206: Bob Izumi on 40 Years of Fishing TV, Tournament Evolution, and Life After The Real Fishing Show

Rob Racine

President at J&B Cycle and Marine and Freedom Cruise Canada.

J&B Cycle and Marine

Episode: Episode 205: Renting Boats for the Summer? Inside Canada’s Most Unique Boat Business

Jean-Philippe Martin-Dubois

General Manager of Princecraft Boats

Princecraft

Episode: Episode 204: Inside the Toronto Boat Show - New Princecraft Platinum, Best Time to Buy a Boat, and a $3.2M Tuna

Mark Melnyk

Main host of The New Fly Fisher

The New Fly Fisher

Episode: Episode 201: 25 Years of The New Fly Fisher!

Andy Pallotta

Owner of the Competitive Sport Fishing League and President of Canadian Outdoor Sports Shows, Inc.

Competitive Sport Fishing League

Episode: Episode 198: Fishing Tournament Cheater - The Strangest Case We’ve Ever Seen

Dr. Nigel Hussey

Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences.

University of Windsor

Episode: Episode 197: The Great White Shark Boom - What’s Happening in Atlantic Canada

Trisiah Tugade

Aquatic biologist with Canada's Invasive Carp Program

Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Episode: Episode 194: Massive Grass Carp Caught in Ontario Waters! Are Our Lakes at Risk?

Dr. Steven Cook

Biology professor with expertise in freshwater fisheries and habitat management

Carleton University

Episode: Episode 189: The Future of Bass Management

Hosts

Angelo Viola

Host of Outdoor Journal Radio; co-host with long-running involvement in fishing and boating media.

Peter Bowman

Co-host; long-time voice in fishing media and outdoor broadcasting.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 656 ratings

Found fun
Just found the Outdoor Journal radio after all these years, last time was on Fan. So happy 😂
Apple Podcasts
5
73Jones
Canada5 months ago
Top notch
I’ve grew up watching the show and always enjoyed my Saturday mornings. Now that I’ve got into the podcast world you’re always on. I’ve got my 2 of my 4 boys hooked on fishing and enjoying the fish n Canada show. We all wish for many more wonderful years of the show. Cheers all the best
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5
Jon consack
Canada8 months ago
Too clear
Excellent episode boys. Thanks for introducing these amazing documentaries to us. I just watched all 3. I gotta say the first 2 had me feeling a little down but episode 3 brought me back to feeling positive. And the footage was incredible. I can’t believe they actually discovered sculpin! And the trout porn was amazing 😂
Apple Podcasts
5
Sasquatch 365
Canadaa year ago
Loved it!
“I just listened to an amazing podcast that totally captivated me. The insights were spot on, and the discussions really made me think. Definitely adding this to my regular listening list!”
Apple Podcasts
5
MajhailOP
Canadaa year ago
The best outdoor podcast
Podcast Addict
5
Danimal Outdoors
2 years ago

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Fans appreciate guest diversity and behind-the-scenes industry insights.

Listeners praise the hosts for credible fishing and outdoor knowledge, banter, and practical tips.

Many note consistent quality and entertaining, informative episodes.

Listeners highlight strong production value and useful, actionable content for anglers and boaters.

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Apple Podcasts	#7	Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#87	India/Sports/Wilderness

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Episode 211:How Much Does Bluefin Tuna Fishing REALLY Cost in Canada?

Q: Larry wanted to know the cost of doing a tuna trip and advice on how to approach planning.

The hosts explained that typical full-day charters in the Maritimes run roughly 1,600 to 2,300 per day, which can be cost-effective when shared among 4–6 people. They emphasized that costs include the boat, crew, fuel, and sometimes bait; some charters also require licenses or have separate commercial options. They advised considering the entire trip—getting there, accommodations, meals—in addition to the fishing portion, and noted that most people book 1–2 years in advance due to limited licenses and the narrow seasonal window.

Episode 212: How Jay Siemens Built One of the Biggest Fishing Channels on YouTube

Q: How do you balance chasing outdoor adventures with building a career and family life?

Jay explains there is no universal answer; it depends on personal comfort and family dynamics, but prioritizing family when possible while planning shoots and accepting tradeoffs is key.

Episode 208: What You DON’T See on Fishing TV | Season 40, Poachers & Behind-the-Scenes

Q: How many fish do you guys catch that don't appear on an episode?

They explain that they catch a lot more fish than shown, as a variety of factors affect what makes it to the final cut.

Episode 207: Ontario’s Minister of Natural Resources Answers Anglers’ Biggest Questions

Q: What are the new regulations for recreational vessels?

The new regulations have changes taking place on December 31st, 2025, including a $24 service fee for pleasure craft licenses and a requirement for wind-powered craft longer than six meters to hold a license starting on December 1st, 2027.

Episode 206: Bob Izumi on 40 Years of Fishing TV, Tournament Evolution, and Life After The Real Fishing Show

Q: If neither of you had ever ended up on the fishing catcher, what do you honestly think you would be doing today?

Bob Izumi reflects that he probably would still be working at the factory job he had before becoming a fishing show host, as his path into the industry came unexpectedly after being laid off.

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A long-running Canadian outdoors show hosted by two prominent personalities with a focus on practical outdoor skills, fishing, boating, and environmental topics. Episodes typically feature in-depth conversations with guests from fishing, boating, science, and conservation, plus behind-the-scenes industry insights, gear and production notes, and real-world anecdotes. The mix of expert researchers, seasoned anglers, industry leaders, and media figures provides a broad view of outdoor culture, safety, and business, often paired with listener questions and sponsor discussions. Noteworthy is the show's balance of technical how-tos, safety and conservation topics, and candid industry storytelling, making it useful for both aspiring guests and bra... more

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5. Mark Melnyk
6. Andy Pallotta
7. Dr. Nigel Hussey
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