The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

Author: Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company Language: English Episodes: 202
For anyone who’s ever felt the tug of a line or wondered about the quiet rhythm of a river, The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast is a steady companion. Host Tom Rosenbauer, a well-known author and the voice behind this series for The Orvis Company, doesn’t just offer tips; he shares a lifetime of curiosity spent on the water. Each week, the conversation unfolds like a guidebook coming to life, covering the tangible skills and the subtle philosophies that define fly-fishing. You’ll hear practical advice on technique and gear, certainly, but also deeper discussions about conservation, reading different waters, and understanding fish behavior. It’s that blend of straightforward education and reflective storytelling that makes this podcast unique. Whether you’re planning your first cast or have decades of experience, the aim is the same: to make your hours by the stream more thoughtful and rewarding. Tune in for a mix of solo episodes from Tom and interviews with other anglers, all grounded in a genuine passion for the sport and the wilderness it depends on. This is more than a series of lessons; it’s an ongoing dialogue for anyone who finds solace and challenge in fly-fishing.
Episodes
The Excitement of Multi-Species Lakes, with Captain Drew Price [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:00:00
This week, my guest is captain Drew Price [56:13], an expert on fishing large, multi-story, multi-species lakes. Drew has pioneered methods of catching unusual and fascinating freshwater fish like bowfin, gar, and freshw…
How You Can Make a Difference in Your Fishery, with Capt. Benny Blanco [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:19
This week, my guest is Capt. Benny Blanco of Islamorada, in the Florida Keys [37:38]. Benny talks about his life in the Keys and about how he came to realize that the fishery on which he made his living was threatened--a…
Tips for fishing mayfly spinners, with Jim McLennan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:11
This week, my guest is longtime guide, fly shop owner, journalist, musician, and all-around great guy Jim McLennan [40:26]. Jim is a thoughtful fly fisher who always has solid tips on fly-fishing techniques, and this wee…
Fly Fishing for Redeye Bass, with Matthew Lewis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:23
You may have never heard of redeye bass or seen one. Yet they are a wonderful fly-rod fish. They live in spectacular, clear mountain streams and take a fly very well. They're mainly found in the deep South, particularly…
Fly-Fishing in the 1960's, with Paul Bruun [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:49:43
This week my guest is Paul Bruun [39:50], a legendary figure in fly fishing who has been involved with the fly-fishing world even longer than me. On Thursday, June 30th, he received the Izaak Walton Award from the Americ…
Rocky Mountain Small-Stream Fishing, with Timbre Pringle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:29
My guest this week is Timbre Pringle of Faceless Fly Fishing [46:26] and the topic is small stream fly fishing, particularly in the Rocky Mountains. Timbre has some great tips on fishing dries, dry dropper combos, and st…
Tom Answers Your Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:48
My guest this week is well, me. I recorded a podcast and the file got corrupted and I couldn't get my guest back in time to do a makeover. So this week is just the Fly Box. In the Fly Box this week, we have some interest…
Getting a friend into fly fishing, with Charlie Berens and Adam Greuel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:09
This week's podcast is fun to listen to, even if you don't need any tips on how to get a friend into fly fishing. Charlie Berens is a talented writer comedian with a midwestern flair (check out his You Tube videos) and A…
How Fly Rods are Designed, with Shawn Combs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:23
I get a lot of questions about how fly rods are designed and I think there are a number of misconceptions about where that new rod, like the Helios Blackout series, came from. Where did the idea come from? How is the des…