The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company

Fly Fishing

Orvis

Fishing Techniques

Trout

Fly Fishing Techniques

Fly Tying

Dry Fly Fishing

Trout Fishing

Trout Unlimited

Casting Techniques

Fly Rods

Winter Fly Fishing

Carp Fishing

Trout Spey

Tarpon

Conservation

Water Temperature

Fly Casting

Nymph Fishing

Streamers

The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast provides weekly tips from acclaimed fly fishing author and lifelong fly fishing enthusiast, Tom Rosenbauer. Get the most from your time on the water!

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	672	Founded	19 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	WildernessEducationHow ToSports

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Latest Episodes

Back Cast: How to Get Started in Trout Spey, with Pete Kutzer

This episode was originally published on November 25th, 2024.

Any kind of two-handed fishing is confusing for those of us who mostly fish with a single-handed rod. I asked the great Pete Kutzer [37:34] to simplify the selection of a rod, reel, line... more

2 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 29 min

Back Cast: So, You Want a Job in the Fly-Fishing Industry? With Kirk Deeter

This episode was originally published on October 28th, 2024.

I get regular questions from people about getting a job in the fly-fishing industry, both in the podcast mailbox and in person at shows and store visits. It's a tough question and I don't... more

26 Oct 2026 • 1 hr 18 min

Hatchery Trout vs. Wild Trout: What the Research Says, with John Arway

In this week's podcast, my guest John Arway [31:42] discusses the impact of stocking hatchery fish over wild trout populations, exploring scientific research, historical context, and management strategies to promote wild trout conservation. John was ... more

19 Oct 2026 • 1 hr 15 min • Most popular

Fishing the Gulf Coast, with Captain Roger Gendron

In this week's podcast, Captain Roger Gendron [28:45] shares expert tips on fishing Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf Coast, covering seasonal patterns, target species like tarpon, redfish, and snook, and effective fly fishing techniques for each. Discov... more

13 Oct 2026 • 1 hr 9 min

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Recent Guests

Kirk Deeter

Editor of Trout magazine, editorial director and vice president of angling at Trout Unlimited, and fly-fishing writer

Trout Unlimited

Episode: Back Cast: So, You Want a Job in the Fly-Fishing Industry? With Kirk Deeter

John Arway

Retired fish biologist and former director of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

Episode: Hatchery Trout vs. Wild Trout: What the Research Says, with John Arway

Captain Roger Gendron

Captain from Charlotte Harbor, Florida

Charlotte Harbor, Florida; Orvis Guides

Episode: Fishing the Gulf Coast, with Captain Roger Gendron

Hal Herring

Freelance journalist focused on conservation in the West

Field & Stream; Backcountry Hunters and Anglers podcast

Episode: Back Cast: Managing Instream Flows, with Hal Herring

Chris Burkard

One of the world's leading action photographers and adventurer

Independent/Self-employed

Episode: Bikepacking, extreme sports, and fly fishing with Chris Burkard

Sean Good

Fisheries biologist, Vermont

Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department

Episode: The Hidden World of Fish Biology, with Shawn Good

Chris Wood

President and CEO, Trout Unlimited

Trout Unlimited

Episode: How you can Help to Keep Roadless Areas, with TU's Chris Wood

Tim Flagler

Fly-tying expert and guest on the show

Episode: The Wrong Fly in the Right Place, with Tim Flagler

George Daniel

Fly-fishing guide, author, and Orvis field tester

Orvis

Episode: New Ideas From George Daniel That May Shock You

Host

Tom Rosenbauer

Host of the fly-fishing guidance podcast and longtime figure in the Orvis ecosystem; frequently shares expertise with a broad audience and hosts expert guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings

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Thiis is another excellent presentation. There is a lot of great information presented here for both the novice and experienced fly fisher. I was recently on a trip, and used many of the tips, and they definitely made a difference.
Apple Podcasts
5
TexasCityFlyFisherman
United States5 months ago
This is THE podcast for fly fishing!
I have listened to virtually all of these podcasts. Tom does a great job of answering questions, and passing along great information for all fly fishermen (and fisherwomen!).
The podcast featuring John Gierach was especially good. These two guys are great authors, and it was a real treat to hear Tom interview him. They covered a wide spectrum of subjects concerning fly fishing, and I look forward to another interview.
Keep up the good work!
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5
TexasCityFlyFisherman
United States8 months ago
Weekly Listen
Got to get my Rosenbauer fix!
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5
Speaking Truth to the Internet
United States8 months ago
Best pod
Best podcast ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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5
I hope you feel better
United States8 months ago
Tom is the best
The tips, the interviews, the vibe is the warmest and kindest fly fishing podcast you’ll find. Tom is a wealth of information and knows everyone in the community. Orvis products are fantastic and have the best warranty in the business. I couldn’t recommend this podcast enough.
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Lightbulbteeth
United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of travel, culture, and conservation alongside how-to content.

The host delivers warm, knowledgeable guidance and keeps content accessible for both newbies and seasoned anglers.

Guests bring practical insights across species and regions, with strong emphasis on technique and gear.

Production quality and pacing have a big impact on listening experience, with positive notes on improved production in recent episodes.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#24	United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#19	United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#29	Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#29	Australia/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#53	France/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#76	Germany/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Back Cast: So, You Want a Job in the Fly-Fishing Industry? With Kirk Deeter

Q: What skills are valuable in the fly-fishing industry?

Deeter highlights clear writing and communication, visual and filmmaking ability, diplomacy, listening and interpersonal skills. Rosenbauer adds product design and development, retail experience, and hospitality management as particularly useful paths.

Back Cast: So, You Want a Job in the Fly-Fishing Industry? With Kirk Deeter

Q: What should someone from another industry do to get a job in the fly-fishing business?

Deeter recommends starting with side projects and small opportunities, building a network through local clubs and conservation events, and gradually turning each opportunity into the next. Applicants should bring transferable professional skills, be patient, and expect a possible pay cut or entry-level work.

Hatchery Trout vs. Wild Trout: What the Research Says, with John Arway

Q: If people don't have an organization like the one you have in Pennsylvania, what should they do?

Arway recommends contacting and building a relationship with a local fish and game commissioner, explaining concerns and sharing the research. He also says anglers can speak with local fisheries biologists and advocate for the science.

Hatchery Trout vs. Wild Trout: What the Research Says, with John Arway

Q: Is there a detriment to stocking fish into a wild trout population?

John Arway says research documents harm to wild trout through competition for food and habitat, increased energy expenditure, and disease transfer. He argues stocked fish should instead be placed in waters without self-sustaining wild populations.

Fishing the Gulf Coast, with Captain Roger Gendron

Q: What gear do you recommend for targeting juvenile tarpon in deeper channels?

Use fast-sinking lines and appropriate leaders with enough breaking strength, because juvenile tarpon in deeper holes require getting your fly down to them quickly and securely. A full sinking line paired with a robust leader and shock tippet helps prevent yards of missed takes and improves hookup rates.

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This show centers on practical, hands-on fly-fishing instruction across a wide range of species and environments, from river smallmouth and trout to saltwater flats and urban carp. Episodes balance technique deep-dives (casting, nymphing, presentation, line choice) with field-based tactics, gear guidance, and field stories from guides and seasoned anglers. A standout trait is the breadth of guest experts and regional topics, plus a strong emphasis on thoughtful river etiquette, travel, and conservation within the angling community.

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Recent guests on The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast include:

1. Kirk Deeter
2. John Arway
3. Captain Roger Gendron
4. Hal Herring
5. Chris Burkard
6. Sean Good
7. Chris Wood
8. Tim Flagler

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