The Canadian Fishing Podcast

Episode 51: Buzz Bomb with Tim Dolden

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Tim Dolden. Tim and his wife, Gaia, purchased Buzz Bomb ten years ago. In this episode, Tim shares the Buzz Bomb story and his knowledge of the West Coast fishery. We cover choosing effective colours, the science behind Buzz Bomb, and more. Tim also has a really impactful view on the proposed DFO regulations to the West Coast fishery... so much so that we are quoting it below:"What it means to go out as a recreational angler, and catch a fish, clean it, and eat it, and feed your family... That for me, is a sacred experience. It made me who I am. It allowed me to look at the world in a way that gave me confidence to realize I could do things things very much on my own. And I think taking away recreational angling, if that is to happen, is a real disservice to the Canadian population."
Website: https://www.buzzbombtackle.com/
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Episode 50: Creating a Career in Fishing with Jay Siemens

WELCOME TO EPISODE 50! Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Jay Siemens.
Jay Siemens is a Canadian fishing influencer, YouTuber and Entrepreneur. With a passion for cinematography, Jay’s videos feature stunning scenery and engaging adventures. In fact, his YouTube channel has attracted almost 300,000 subscribers. He has partnered with many brands including AlumaCraft, Eskimo, Garmin, Frostbit and Old Town Canoes and Kayaks (just to name a few). Jay is also the co-founder of Catch and Cook, a seasoning and coatings brand inspired by a love of outdoor-inspired cooking. Lastly, and most importantly, it’s clear that Jay is a family man. He’s the dad of two boys and husband to Sam who seem to be along for the adventure whenever possible.
In this episode, we talk about how Jay found his niche in the fishing and outdoors industry. We cover guiding, YouTube, videography, ice fishing (including safety), fishing with family and more. 
Jay's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1QtG1n01F7z7fb4qhMOxqg
Website: https://www.jaysiemens.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jay_siemens/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 49: Summer, Fishin' and Other Things

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with... each other.
It's been a busy summer in our neck of the woods. We're back with an update on our sibling fishing trip to Lac La Martre, Brad's family record breaking fish (46" Pike) at Wilderness Family Outfitters, our guest appearance on the WKND Warriors podcast, business challenges, and an awesome community project with our Lacombe Fish and Game Association.Here are a few links to check out in reference to our convo...Brad's (mini) viral video / lost bet / fish costume:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL6D-ZZPsTM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1ZqebJQNpT/
 
The WKND Warriors Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zkvhF6ztUfNUT8Fj9MJM0?si=hmJ0_DksSlmGeoQWPbheKg
Lac La Matre: https://www.nwtfishing.com/
Wilderness Family Outfitters: https://www.wildernessfamilyoutfitters.com/Leroy & Leroy: https://www.tiktok.com/@leroyandleroy/video/6987151120120564997
 
 

Episode 48: Why Hunters & Anglers are NOT Horrible People with Jenn McDonald

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Jenn McDonald.
Jenn is a passionate hunter and angler based in Ontario. Jenn is also an avid forager, passionate cook and is the host of Wild Cookhouse on Fishing the Wild West TV, where she shares her love of cooking and wild foods. Jenn ALSO hosts the Horrible People Podcast where she interviews people in the outdoor industry on their “misunderstood” lifestyles. 
It was hard to pick a title for this episode because we cover a lot including the criticism outdoorsmen face, her favourite fish brine recipe, cormoronts (Brad's favourite topic) and how YouTube can make a great mentor.
Jenn's website: https://whywehunt.ca/blog/
Jenn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenndvc/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 47: The Problem with West Coast Fisheries (British Columbia Recreational Fishing Association)

Join Brad and Jess as we chat with Mark Roberts (President) and Gayle Gordon (Vice President) of the BC Recreational Fishing Association. We are discussing the recreational fishing restrictions and closures happening on the west coast, as well as the social and economic impact these issues present to our coastal communities.
BCRFA Website: https://www.bcrecreationalfishingassociation.com/
BCRFA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcrecfishing
BCRFA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553715214823
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast : https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html
 
 

Episode 46: Ontario Salmon & Lake Trout Fishing with Al Benoit & Rob Ouellette

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with two of our long-time Brand Ambassadors, Rob Ouellette and Al Benoit.
Both Rob and Al reside in Sudbury Ontario, made their careers as corrections officers, and both own recreational property near Manitoulin Island where they do a lot of fishing for Salmon and Lake Trout. On this podcast, we talk about the local fisheries, fish allergies, trolling techniques, spoons and tournaments. We also dive into the important topic of fishing as a tool to improve mental health.
Mental Health & Fishing: https://www.lenthompson.com/blog/mental-health-fishing
Rob's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@robbytheoutdoorsguy_channel
Al's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albenoitfishing/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 45: YouTube & Outdoor Adventure with Bryce McNalley (Bloodline Adventures)

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Bryce McNally from Bloodline Adventures.
Bloodline Adventures was started by Arliss and Bryce McNalley, two brothers who have made home videos since they were able to hold a camera. Today Bloodline Adventures has grown to hundreds of thousands of followers and subscribers across many platforms but their favourite is YouTube. On this podcast, Bryce is sharing the story behind their platform including how they have grown, what mishaps they have had along the way and why they do what they do. 
Bloodline Adventures YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodlineadventures
Bloodline Adventures Website: https://www.bloodlineadventures.com/
"My Hobby Saved My Life" (Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2KgTzhnKCA
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 44: Tackle Tariff Talk with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works)

We have been getting a lot of questions about tariffs so we thought we would dedicate an episode to the topic of tariffs, manufacturing in Canada and a few personal thoughts on Canada/USA relations. For some added insight, we have invited our friend Dustin Rhodes (owner of Lucky Strike Bait Works) to be part of the discussion. This episode is a bit different than our usual content and format, but we hope you find the conversation interesting.
Learn more about Lucky Strike Bait works at https://luckystrikebaitworks.com/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 43: West Coast Kayak Fishing with Huy Tran (Pedder Bay Marina)

Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Huy Tran.Huy and his partner Jen are both Brand Ambassadors of Len Thompson and Northern King lures. They are currently based just outside of Victoria, BC after making the move from Edmonton, Alberta a few years ago. Huy is an avid Kayak fisherman who has taken his love of Kayak fishing from the Alberta prairie lakes, to the Pacific Ocean. He currently works at Pedder Bay RV Resort and Marina where he’s been diving in and learning all there is to learn about fishing the West Coast. 
Huy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huyfishin/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 42: Competitive Angling + Bass Fishing with Dave Chong (Team Canada)

Join Brad & Jess as we welcome David Chong (who has a heck of a bio)...  Dave is one of Canada’s most recognizable and successful competitive tournament anglers. He has won numerous bass, pike, crappie and perch tournaments, “Angler of Year” titles, “Team of the Year” titles and Classic titles. An Independent Sales rep by day, he is also a highly sought after seminar presenter, social media influencer and outdoor writer. 
On this episode we are talking Bass fishing, Perch fishing, Dave's career as a sales rep, and his competitive angling career INCLUDING Team Canada's Gold at the 2019 Pan American Black Bass Championship.
Dave's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fish_hard/
Dave's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Chonger.FHDB/
Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html