The Canadian Fishing Podcast

Episode 13: Great Lakes Chartering with Captain Paul Powis

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Captain Paul Powis, owner and operator of J&P Fishing Charters. 
Paul will tell us stories from his 34 year career as a Charter Captain. We'll discuss the Great Lakes fishery, trolling advice, his (YouTube famous) fish fillet skills, paying it forward, sponsorships and more. Be sure to listen until the end... Paul's fishing joke is a MUST listen.
J&P Fishing Charter Website: https://www.jpfish.com/
How to Fillet Fish Video: https://youtu.be/1Hkt3Q5y84U
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Episode 12: Merry Christmas 2022

Brad & Jess recap and reflect on 2022 and talk about one of our big family Christmas traditions. Merry Christmas & thanks for listening!
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Episode 11: Andrew Galloway (Canada Pro)

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Andrew Galloway, Western Regional Manager for Canada Pro Angling & Outdoors - a Manufacturer's Representative Agency. Andrew will tell us what life looks like as a sales rep and we'll walk through his 22-year career in the outdoor industry. We'll also talk Banjo, Birds and Beer (as per the Episode title). SPOILER ALERT: Tune in for the first (and possibly only) Banjo ever to be played on the Pod.
Have a question for the podcast?: https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html
Canada Pro website: https://www.canadapro.com/

Episode 10: Here for the Gear with Scott Bulat

We're back after a bit of a hiatus... Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Scott Bulat -- Brand Ambassador for Scotty, Lowrance and Len Thompson/Northern King (of course!)
Scott will talk about one of his favourite fisheries, Cold Lake, Alberta. We'll also dive into the big bad world of boats, electronics, and YouTube. We also talk fishin' memories... Weird right?
Bulat Outdoors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0pR-0C_Y6SEGiwhxqjXWsA
Bulat Outdoors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bulat_outdoors/
Scott's Down Rigger Set Up:https://www.lenthompson.com/blog/chasing-lakers-in-alberta-with-northern-king
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Episode 9: Lure Manufacturing with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works)

Today Jess & Brad are speaking to (queue the dramatic music)... the competition. Join the conversation with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works).
Dustin will talk about the history of his family's 4th generation business, the strange parallels between Len Thompson and Lucky Strike, manufacturing challenges, working with family and of course, fishing. 
Website: https://luckystrikebaitworks.com/
Have a question for the podcast?: https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

BONUS EPISODE: Fishing for Food Banks 2022

Join us for a Fishing for Food Banks 2022 update. We'll talk about what inspired the campaign in 2020, will give a numbers update, and will chat with Erin Katerynych, Executive Director at the Battlefords District Food & Resource Center. She'll be sharing a bit more about what programs they offer, the people they help and what the current challenges are. 
LINKS
Fishing for Food Banks 2022 Website: https://www.lenthompson.com/fishing-for-food-banks.html
Battlefords District Food & Resource Center Website: https://www.battlefordsfoodbank.ca/

Episode 8: The ”Complete Angler” with Don Lamont

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Don Lamont, editor of Hooked Magazine and former host of the Complete Angler TV show which aired for over a decade.
Don will share details from his multi-media fishing career which started on the North Saskatchewan River after catching his first Master Walleye and evolved from Newspaper, to TV, magazines, podcasting and his own published book, "The Complete Angler".  We'll also learn a lot from Don during Rapid fire on his favourite Manitoba fisheries, techniques and more! You don't want to miss this episode.
Learn more about Don Lamont: https://www.hookedmagazine.ca/the-complete-angler-don-lamont/
The Complete Angler Podcast: https://www.hookedmagazine.ca/podcast/
 

Episode 7: Kayak Fishing & Community with Mike Zilkowsky (Western Canada Kayak Fishing Trail)

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Mike Zilkowsky, founder of the Western Canada Kayak Fishing Trail.
Mike will share his love for kayak angling and will discuss the joys and challenges of running a tournament series. We'll also chat fishing with kids, our favourite childhood fishing memories and the importance of community. BONUS: Tune in to learn about Brad's biggest fear....
Have a question for the podcast?: https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html
Western Canada Kayak Fishing Trail
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wckft/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/west_can_kayak_trail/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOClOlAyre9rpJBldiqQlxA
 
Western Canada Kayak Fishing Trail - Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/174518422623151
 
Mike Zilkowsky Outdoor Adventures
https://www.facebook.com/mikezoutdoors
 
Email
mikezilkowsky@gmail.com

Episode 6: Outdoor Wholesale, Retail and Podcasting with Jason Laudin (The Outdoor Adventures Podcast)

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Jason Laudin (The Outdoor Adventures Podcast).
Jason will talk about his career in the outdoors industry in wholesale and retail. We'll discuss how he got into Podcasting and put Jay on the spot a few times during RAPID FIRE. We cover a lot of ground in this one... be sure to tune in!
Website: https://www.mylakelandnow.com/32763/on-air/the-outdoor-adventure-podcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenw71/
Have a question for the podcast?: https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

Episode 5: Guiding, Making Memories & Mental Health with Adam Gamble (Adam’s Angling Adventures)

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Adam Gamble (Adam’s Angling Adventures).
Adam will talk about his career as a firefighter, the adventure of opening his guiding business and his secret to the perfect sandwich. We'll also dive into the important conversation of mental health and the healing aspect of angling and disconnecting in the great outdoors.
Adam's Website: adamsanglingadventures.com
Adam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adam_gamble_outdoors/
Have a question for the podcast?: https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html
Other Links:
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/nurse-uses-fishing-to-fight-ptsd-1.6154568
http://dreamcasterssociety.com/
https://woundedwarriors.ca/