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 Elusive Golden Trout, with Jessica Strickland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:24
Jessica Strickland [38:07] is Trout Unlimited's California Inland Trout director and is an expert on the historical and curent range of this rare trout species. Where do they live today as compared to their original rang…
14 Tips for Spring Creek Fishing, with Brant Oswald [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:18
Brant Oswald [23:20] is a veteran guide, teacher, and fly shop operator with over 40 years in the business. He's one of the best spring creek anglers I know and guides on them almost every day, so I asked him to come up…
So, You Want a Job in the Fly-Fishing Industry? With Kirk Deeter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:44
I get regular questions from people about getting a job in the fly-fishing industry, both in the podcast mailbox and in person at shows and store visits. It's a tough question and I don't have all the answers so I called…
Trout, Tarpon, and Other Critters in Costa Rica, with Kevin Jackson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:19
Did you know you can catch trout and tarpon in the same trip, along with exotic jungle species? I didn't either, but Kevin Jackson [42:22] of Fly Fish Costa Rica shares with us the wide variety of fly fishing you can hav…
Backcast: Fishing through climate change, with John Gierach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44:15
Tom is on a fishing trip this week. While on this trip he learned his friend and legendary fly-fishing author, John Gierach had passed away at 78. In his honor Tom asked me to post his last intervew with John from May of…
Is Fly Fishing Really Good for Your Mental Health?  With Melissa Ceren [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:01
We keep hearing that fly fishing is good for your mental health. It gets you out in the natural world, involves problem solving, and keeps you active and moving throughout the day (unless you sit in a drift boat watching…
Secrets to Tying Good Fishing Knots, with Robert Ketley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:05
I have long enjoyed Robert Ketley's [31:06] column in California Fly Fisher magazine because he often delves deeply into aspects of fly fishing that we don't pay much attention to. And he's a tireless researcher. So when…
Who Owns the River, with Beau Beasley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:59
Who owns the banks of a river? Who owns the bottom? Who owns the water that flows through a channel? And what defines whether a river is navigable or not? There are often no easy answer to theses questions, and much of i…
Secrets of Late-Season Panfishing, with Bart Lombardo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:02
Panfish are easy to find and catch in the spring and early summer. But later in the season, not so much. Panfish are still around, but we need to look for them in different places and use modified techniques. Bart Lombar…