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
Secrets of Southern Tailwaters, with Tic Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:11
Tic Smith [37:18] is head guide at Orvis-endorsed Southeastern Anglers and is a veteran guide with many decades of experience on southern tailwaters. Our discussion centers on his home river, the Hiwassee, but the tips a…
What Rahm Emanuel Loves About Fly Fishing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:57
It's always interesting to find out that public figures can be as obsessed with fly fishing as we are. People like Harrison Ford, Jeff Daniels, Tucker Carlson, Bette Midler, Jimmy Kimmel, and Dick Cheney are all serious…
All You Wanted to Know About Dubbing, with Tim Cammisa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:57
I get lots of questions about dubbing, which is a simple process that we sometimes complicate with hundreds of different blends and as many opinions on how to apply it. But it's an essential skill in fly tying, so Tim [3…
Ozark Smallmouth Bass, with Country Singer JD Clayton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:59
My guest this week is country singer JD Clayton [35:35], a talented singer/songwriter and all-around nice guy who loves to fly fish for smallmouth bass in his native Ozarks. He fills me in on what their fishing is like,…
Get Ready for this Year's Cicada Hatch, with Dave Zielinski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:56
This week my guest Dave Zielinski [39:53], author of the comprehensive book Cicada Madness, tells us when and where you can encounter this year's brood of periodical cicadas—and if you can't make that event, he'll tell y…
Backcast: George Daniel on Winter Fly Fishing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:18
This episode was originally published on January 30th, 2021 This week, continuing our series of podcasts on winter fly fishing for trout, I interview George Daniel, author and guide. George is also an Orvis ambassador an…
Backcast: More Winter Fishing Tips with Rachael Leinweber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:40
This episode was originally published on January 14th, 2021. My guest this week is Rachael Leinweber [39:38], general manager of The Angler's Covey fly shop in Colorado Springs. One in a series of podcasts about winter f…
Be Prepared for Medical Emergencies When Fly Fishing, with Mike Tayloe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:17
My guest this week is Mike Tayloe [33:07], who is a fishing guide, EMT, and wilderness medicine trainer. Tayloe (he prefers this to Mike) has trained many Orvis-endorsed guides and lodges on emergencies that you'll encou…
Ten tips on making your fishing writing better, with Dave Karczynski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:01
Dave is one of the best young voices in fly fishing [38:14]. He's the real deal—he is a fishy guy and can handle a fly rod with the best of them, but he's also a teacher of writing at the college level and a published au…