The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

The Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast

Author: Tom Rosenbauer, The Orvis Company Language: English Episodes: 100
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 Trout Fishing in Spain, with Ivan Tarin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:08
Many North Americans would love to catch brown trout in their native environment, and most of us think of the UK or France or Slovenia for wild, native brown trout. But, Spain has a long history of fly fishing in the Pyr…
The Poetry of Fly Fishing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:36
We're not talking about the poetry of a fly cast made by Pete Kutzer, but poetry about fly fishing, some of the well known poets who were fly fishers, and why the appeal of poetry and fly fishing have much in common. My…
The Seven Deadly Sins of Playing and Landing Fish, with Josh Nugent [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:25
Every week I get some iteration of this question: "I hooked three fish and lost all of them before I could get them to the net. What am I doing wrong?" Well, often you did nothing wrong and it was just bad luck. But ther…
Fishing for Sea-Run Trout, with Krystjan from Fish Partner in Iceland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:32
I get frequent questions on the fly box about fishing for sea trout, or sea-run brown trout. I've never caught one and have never fished for them, so I brought in an expert on the subject, Krystjan [35:21] from Fish Part…
How to find great fly fishing close to home, with Greg DeMars [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:28
I've had a number of guests on the podcast teaching us about urban fly fishing and it will be an ongoing process because everyone has different takes on how to approach it. There is nothing better than a few hours of pea…
Best Practices for Wader Care and Fit, with Natalie Cullum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:00
I get a lot of questions about wader care, storage, and washing instructions. Fit can also affect how long waders last and how comfortable they are. Waders are one of our most expensive purchases, outside of a rod and re…
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…