The Canadian Fishing Podcast
Episodes
RE-RELEASE: Episode 15: Food, Forage & Family with Brad Fenson (Harvest Your Own)
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
RE-RELEASE: In case you missed it, we are re-posting a handful of our favourite interviews. Tune in for a quick update with our guest(s) to find out...
Episode 53: Behind the Scenes of Fishing the Wild West TV with Chuck MacPherson
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Chuck MacPherson. Chuck is the man behind the camera and co-producer of Fishing the Wild West TV. FTWWTV just c...
Episode 52: Fisheries Politics with Blaine Calkins (Canadian Member of Parliament)
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Blaine Calkins. An avid outdoorsman, Blaine is a Canadian Member of Parliament and the Official Opposition Shadow...
Episode 51: Buzz Bomb with Tim Dolden
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 50: Creating a Career in Fishing with Jay Siemens
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WELCOME TO EPISODE 50! Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Jay Siemens. Jay Siemens is a Canadian fishing influencer, YouTuber and Entrepreneur. With...
Episode 49: Summer, Fishin' and Other Things
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 48: Why Hunters & Anglers are NOT Horrible People with Jenn McDonald
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 47: The Problem with West Coast Fisheries (British Columbia Recreational Fishing Association)
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad and Jess as we chat with Mark Roberts (President) and Gayle Gordon (Vice President) of the BC Recreational Fishing Association. We are discu...
Episode 46: Ontario Salmon & Lake Trout Fishing with Al Benoit & Rob Ouellette
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, m...
Episode 45: YouTube & Outdoor Adventure with Bryce McNalley (Bloodline Adventures)
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Bryce McNally from Bloodline Adventures. Bloodline Adventures was started by Arliss and Bryce McNalley, two broth...
Episode 44: Tackle Tariff Talk with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 43: West Coast Kayak Fishing with Huy Tran (Pedder Bay Marina)
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 cur...
Episode 42: Competitive Angling + Bass Fishing with Dave Chong (Team Canada)
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 competitiv...
Episode 41: The Big Jack Classic with Byron Geddes (Stettler, Alberta)
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new year of the Canadian Fishing Podcast! On this episode, join Brad & Jess as we chat with Byron Geddes, Executive Director of the S...
Episode 40: The History of Len Thompson with Richard Pallister
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with our dad, Richard Pallister. We have had many requests to bring Richard on but it took a bit of convincing. We are...
Episode 39: Fish & Wildlife Enforcement with Officer Sam Pidwerbeski
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been curious about the role of a conservation officer? Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Alberta Fish & Wildlife Officer, Sam Pid...
Episode 38: Musky Fishing with Glenn McDonald (54 or Bust)
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Glenn McDonald from 54 or Bust - a growing YouTube channel that promotes Musky fishing in Ontario's Sunset Countr...
Episode 37: Interior BC Fishing with Brett Roberts (Willis-Harper Home Hardware, Quesnel BC)
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Brett Roberts, owner and the sports buyer at Willis-Harper Home Hardware in Quesnel, British Columbia. After help...
Episode 36: Hot Spots with Gary Cooper (Gary Cooper's Fishing Diary)
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back! Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Gary Cooper, host of Gary Cooper's Fishing Diary. In this episode we talk about Gary's 40 year profe...
Episode 35: We have a HOT announcement!
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we make a HOT announcement and welcome our extra special guest, Nav Bassi. Len Thompson Lures Website: https://www.lenthompson...
Episode 34: Sophie Hughes (Lucky Bug Lures)
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Sophie Hughes, owner of Lucky Bug Lures and Heights Coffee based in Burnaby, BC. Sophie has been in the tackle bu...
Episode 33: Sturgeon Fishing with Nick Porayko (Lunkers Fishing Adventures)
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Nick Porayko, owner and operator of Lunkers Fishing Adventures based in Edmonton, Alberta. We're talking all thin...
Episode 32: Northern Adventures with Zack Brown (Fecal Guide/Lac La Martre)
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Zack Brown, Operations Manager at Lac La Martre Adventures. On this episode we are talking Northern fishing, lodge ...
Episode 31: Canadian Rocky Mountain Fishing with Tasha Eaglesham
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with angling influencer Tasha Eaglesham about fishing and hiking in the Alberta Rocky Mountains (and foothills) includ...
Episode 30: Mark Penner (Grimsby Tackle, St. Catherine's Game & Fish)
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat fishin' with Mark Penner. Mark is the manager of Grimsby Tackle (Grimsby, ON) and holds many volunteer positions in th...
Episode 29: Reality TV with Lisa Roper (Lisa Roper Outdoors)
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome back Lisa Roper. Since we last chatted with Lisa on the podcast (Episode 3: Inspiring Women in the Outdoors), Lisa...
Episode 28: Competitive Fly Angling with Josh "Jelly" Gelinas (The Fishin' Hole)
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Josh Gelinas. We are chatting about competitive fly angling (yes, it's a thing)! Josh will also be sharing his...
Episode 27: Ice Fishing Alberta with Adam Gamble (Adam's Angling Adventures)
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Adam Gamble back on the podcast. Be sure to check out Episode 5 ("Guiding, Making Memories & Mental Health") fo...
Episode 26: Nick Clark (Eagle Claw)
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Nick Clark. Nick oversees international sales at the Wright & McGill Company in Denver, Colorado. Wright & ...
Episode 25: West Coast Fishing with David Summers (Serengeti Fishing Charters)
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, we found a TUNA GUY! Join Brad & Jess as we welcome David Summers. David is a West Coast guide and second-generation business owner operating...
Episode 24: Hunting, Fishing & Loving Everyday
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brad and Jess are chatting hunting, fishing, and loving every day. Wait, those are lyrics to a Luke Bryan song... Learn more about ...
Episode 23: Fishing Therapy with Christine Lapeer (Mindful Fishing)
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Christine Lapeer (RN BNSc CPMHN). Christine is a Fishing Therapist who started a program called Mindful Fishing in ...
Episode 22: Fly Fishing the Bow River with Kynan Vine
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Kynan Vine, an Alberta local and our first "fly guy" to the Canadian Fishing Podcast. In this episode, we talk a li...
Episode 21: Average Angling with the Average Ontario Anglers
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Jesse & Andrew from Average Ontario Anglers. In this episode, we talk... fishing! We'll also chat social media ...
Episode 20: Welcome to the Canadian Fishing Podcast (THE REBRAND)
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've rebranded! Welcome to the first episode of the Canadian Fishing Podcast (previously known as the Made for Memories Podcast). Meet your hosts, b...
Episode 19: Fish Finder 101 with Steve Meredith (Lowrance)
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Steve Meredith from Lowrance. In this episode we talk all things sonar & fish finders. Fun fact: Did you kn...
Episode 18: Conservation in Alberta with Todd Zimmerling (Alberta Conservation Association)
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome Todd Zimmerling, President and CEO of the Alberta Conservation Association (ACA). In this episode, we chat about al...
Episode 17: Life as a Lodge Owner with Derrick Uniat (Lloyd Lake Lodge)
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Jess & Brad speak to Derrick Uniat, co-owner of Lloyd Lake Lodge. Ever dream of owning a lodge? Derrick has some advice for you that ...
Episode 16: Wes David (Fishing the Wild West TV)
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we welcome back Wes David, host of the Fishing the Wild West TV Show. In this episode we chat about Wes' latest season, beards...
Episode 15: Food, Forage & Family with Brad Fenson
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Jess & Brad speak to journalist/seminar host/podcaster Brad Fenson. Brad will talk about his career as (what he calls) an Outdoors Co...
Episode 14: Hans Doef (Blindman Brewing)
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Jess & Brad speak to Hans Doef, co-founder of Blindman Brewing. Hans will talk about the beer brewing business, how and why the...
Episode 13: Great Lakes Chartering with Captain Paul Powis
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 12: Merry Christmas 2022
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brad & Jess recap and reflect on 2022 and talk about one of our big family Christmas traditions. Merry Christmas & thanks for listening! Have a quest...
Episode 11: Andrew Galloway (Canada Pro)
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Andrew Galloway, Western Regional Manager for Canada Pro Angling & Outdoors - a Manufacturer's Representative...
Episode 10: Here for the Gear with Scott Bulat
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 9: Lure Manufacturing with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works)
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jess & Brad are speaking to (queue the dramatic music)... the competition. Join the conversation with Dustin Rhodes (Lucky Strike Bait Works). D...
BONUS EPISODE: Fishing for Food Banks 2022
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 8: The ”Complete Angler” with Don Lamont
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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. D...
Episode 7: Kayak Fishing & Community with Mike Zilkowsky (Western Canada Kayak Fishing Trail)
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wil...
Episode 6: Outdoor Wholesale, Retail and Podcasting with Jason Laudin (The Outdoor Adventures Podcast)
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 5: Guiding, Making Memories & Mental Health with Adam Gamble (Adam’s Angling Adventures)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 4: Fish Farming with Max Menard (Smoky Trout Farm)
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Max and Corrie Menard of Smoky Trout Farm. Max will share some very interesting insight into the fish farming industr...
Episode 3: Inspiring Women in the Outdoors with Lisa Roper (Lisa Roper Outdoors)
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Lisa Roper. Lisa will share her mission of empowering women in the outdoors and will chat best practices for aspiring...
Episode 2: Hosting a Fishing Show with Wes David (Fishing the Wild West TV)
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with Wes David, host of the Fishing the Wild West TV Show. Wes will share how he got into the outdoors industry and wh...
Episode 1: Introduction
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of the Made for Memories Podcast. Meet your hosts, brother/sister duo, Brad Pallister & Jessica Pallister-Dew. Brad & Jes...