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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
Conservation
Water Temperature
Fly Casting
Nymph Fishing
Tarpon
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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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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
Eduardo Barrueto
Owner/manager of Three Lodges in Chile, River of Dreams Base Camp, Patagonia Baker Lodge, Magic Waters Lodge
Three Lodges in Chile / Magic Waters Lodge / River of Dreams Base Camp / Patagonia Baker Lodge
Episode: What to Expect in Patagonia, with Eduardo Barrueto
Colby Trow
Owner of Mossy Creek Fly Fishing
Mossy Creek Fly Fishing
Episode: Back Cast: Late Summer Smallmouth Tips, with Colby Trow
Peter Jenkins
Owner of Saltwater Edge Fly Shop
Saltwater Edge
Episode: Where are all the Striped Bass? With Peter Jenkins
Pete Kutzer
Orvis Casting Guru and expert fly angler
Orvis Endorse Guide Program
Episode: How to Swing Wet Flies with Trout Spey, with Pete Kutzer
Dustin White
Orvis Endorsed Guide of the Year, Ugly Bug, Casper, Wyoming
Ugly Bug
Episode: Add Rocky Mountain Carp to Your Fishing Trip, with Dustin White
Jake Villwock
Fishing guide, author, and fly designer
Self-employed/fly-fishing guide and author
Episode: Back Cast: All About Crayfish and How to Fish Their Imitations, with Jake Villwock

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 States3 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TexasCityFlyFisherman
    United States6 months ago
  • Weekly Listen

    Got to get my Rosenbauer fix!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speaking Truth to the Internet
    United States7 months ago
  • Best pod

    Best podcast ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I hope you feel better
    United States7 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lightbulbteeth
    United States7 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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The Hidden World of Fish Biology, with Shawn Good
Q: Can you describe a little bit about electroshocking? And, you know, it seems like it's a pretty violent way of dealing with a population of trout. What's the mortality, is it harmful?
Electrofishing is designed to minimize harm; equipment is tuned to low amperage and site-specific settings. Fish are knocked out briefly with an anesthetic, netted quickly, measured, and returned to the water in a controlled way to keep mortality low and to allow rapid recovery.
The Wrong Fly in the Right Place, with Tim Flagler
Q: How do you decide between using a deceiver versus a closer fishing pattern on big migratory browns in Patagonia?
The choice often comes down to the fish's prey silhouette and water conditions; deceivers mimic larger baitfish and have proven effective in deep water with heavy sinking lines, while other patterns can work when fish focus on different prey or water depth.
The Wrong Fly in the Right Place, with Tim Flagler
Q: What is the jury-rigged approach you suggested for cross-over fly use when a fly isn't designed for a certain species?
Experimentation is key; try flies from other species and adjust weight, drift and presentation to see how they perform in the target environment, because crossing boundaries can yield surprising success.
The Wrong Fly in the Right Place, with Tim Flagler
Q: Why did you start using a white death on a steelhead/linear box when you were targeting striped bass?
It surprised me how a pattern designed for one fish can work for another; the fish's feeding signals and the water's surface interactions can make unlikely flies productive in certain conditions.
New Ideas From George Daniel That May Shock You
Q: Are you fishing more than one fly with this setup, or one fly is enough for most scenarios?
George notes that he mostly fishes one fly, adding a second only in specific situations such as when bugs hatch, there is high activity, or to achieve depth with heavier setups, while keeping the workflow simple and reducing tangles.

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