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Drawing from their experience as two of Canada’s most prominent outdoor personalities, hosts Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman explore the environmental topics, issues, and events that matter to the everyday outdoorsman. Joined by a wide variety of guests, ODJ Radio seeks to answer the questions and tell the stories of all those who enjoy being outside. Your stories, your questions, on your schedule

  1. Episode 220: Jay Legere

    3D AGO

    Episode 220: Jay Legere

    Thank you to today's sponsors! - The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species - SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures - J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment - Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories - Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts! This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, we’re joined by Jay Legere, the YouTuber who quit the CBC to live in Canada’s most unforgiving environment. After leaving behind a career in broadcasting, Jay turned his focus to documenting life in the North, cabin projects, harsh weather, remote builds, and the reality of figuring things out as he goes. What makes Jay’s content stand out is the honesty. He is not pretending to be a polished expert with all the answers. He shows the mistakes, the problem-solving, the setbacks, and the wins that come with taking on cabin life in Northern Canada. In this episode, we talk about his move from CBC to YouTube, working on remote cabins, surviving brutal northern conditions, dealing with wildlife, building an audience online, and what it actually takes to create a life and career in one of the toughest places in the country.

    1h 28m
  2. Episode 219: Deer Ticks Are Spreading Across Canada… Here’s Why

    APR 30

    Episode 219: Deer Ticks Are Spreading Across Canada… Here’s Why

    Thank you to today's sponsors! - The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species - SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures - J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment - Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories - Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts! In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we dive deep into the growing tick problem across Canada, including Lyme disease, real-world risks, and what every outdoorsman needs to know before heading out this season. We’re joined by Dr. Catherine Bouchard of the Public Health Agency of Canada, who breaks down: Why tick populations are exploding in Canada How Lyme disease actually spreads The real odds of getting infected What happens if you miss a tick bite The most effective ways to protect yourself We also share real stories from the field, including extreme bug conditions, close calls, and what it’s actually like dealing with ticks while filming in remote locations. If you spend any time outdoors, this is information you can’t afford to ignore. Watch now before your next trip. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Why ticks are a growing problem 08:00 YouTube controversy and flagged episode 21:00 What happens if ticks disappear 36:00 Expert interview: Dr. Catherine Bouchard 44:00 Lyme disease explained 52:00 How ticks spread and infect 1:00:00 Real risks and symptoms 1:08:00 How to protect yourself outdoors 1:20:00 Final takeaways

    1h 42m
  3. Episode 218: The Craziest Fish Behaviour Ever Filmed in Freshwater

    APR 23

    Episode 218: The Craziest Fish Behaviour Ever Filmed in Freshwater

    What’s really happening under your boat? After 40 years of fishing, we finally got a look beneath the surface and what we saw completely changed how we think about fish, water clarity, and behavior. In this episode, we sit down with the team behind some of the most advanced underwater filming ever done in the Great Lakes. Using cutting-edge drones and sonar, they’re capturing fish in ways anglers have never seen before. From spawning battles to feeding patterns in dirty water, this is the closest you’ll get to seeing the underwater world in real time. We also break down one of the biggest misconceptions in fishing: how fish actually see in stained water. The answer might surprise you and it could change how you fish overnight. Plus:  Wild fish behavior caught on camera  New discoveries about where fish actually spawn  How underwater tech is reshaping fishing forever  A heated debate on whether skills should be taught or earned If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on below the surface… this one’s for you.

    1h 23m
  4. Episode 217: The Reality of Hosting TV With a Speech Impediment

    APR 16

    Episode 217: The Reality of Hosting TV With a Speech Impediment

    Thank you to today's sponsors! - The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species - SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures - J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment - Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories - Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts! What happens when the guy behind the camera is suddenly forced into the spotlight? In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, Dean Taylor steps into the co-host seat for the first time and opens up about something we’ve never discussed publicly before. After years working behind the scenes on The Fish’n Canada Show, Dean shares the real story of how he went from production to being on camera… despite a speech impediment he’s dealt with his entire life. We also dive into:  What really goes on behind the scenes of Fish’n Canada  DIY boat builds and why knowing your rig matters  Close calls and breakdowns on the water that almost ended shoots  The reality of filming outdoor TV under pressure  Wild April Fools fishing stories that actually fooled us This is one of the most honest and personal conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. 🎣 Whether you’re into fishing, filmmaking, or just love real stories from the outdoors… this is one you don’t want to miss. Listen now and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

    54 min
  5. Episode 216: He Built a Fishing School… and It SOLD OUT in 2 HOURS (216 Kids Learning to Fish)

    APR 9

    Episode 216: He Built a Fishing School… and It SOLD OUT in 2 HOURS (216 Kids Learning to Fish)

    A fishing school that sells out in under 2 hours?  That’s exactly what’s happening. John Anderson, Muskie’s Canada Hall of Famer, created the Ottawa Fish School to teach kids how to fish, tie knots, handle fish safely, and become stewards of the outdoors. What started with 14 kids has exploded to 216… and every spot disappears almost instantly. In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we talk about: • The fishing school selling out every year  • Teaching kids to be self-sufficient anglers  • Why fishing is still exploding with youth  • How parents are being dragged back into fishing  • The future of fishing in Canada  • Why this model is working  • The next generation of anglers This might be one of the most important fishing conversations we’ve had. Fishing isn’t dying. It’s evolving.

    52 min
  6. Episode 215: He Quit His Job to Live Off-Grid… Now He Has 16 Million Views

    APR 2

    Episode 215: He Quit His Job to Live Off-Grid… Now He Has 16 Million Views

    What would it take for you to walk away from everything… and start over in the middle of nowhere? That’s exactly what Shawn Trudel from Cabin River Outdoors did. He had no experience and no real plan. Just a piece of land deep in the wilderness and a camera. Now he’s sitting on over 16 million views. In this episode, we break down:  Why he left his old life behind  What off-grid living in Canada is actually like  How his YouTube channel blew up  The reality of filming everything alone  And whether this lifestyle is actually worth it We also get into gear, lost footage, YouTube growth, and the stuff nobody tells you about trying to make it doing this. If you came for Shawn, stay for the full episode. There’s more here than just the interview.

    1h 24m
  7. Episode 214: Garmin Just Changed Fishing Forever… Here’s What We Know

    MAR 26

    Episode 214: Garmin Just Changed Fishing Forever… Here’s What We Know

    Garmin just dropped one of the biggest fishing technology updates we’ve ever seen… and it might completely change how we fish moving forward. In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we break down Garmin’s brand new 360 sonar system and the game-changing Spy Pole, a motorized turret that lets you lock onto structure, and scan water like never before.  We go deep into:  • What this new tech actually does  • How it compares to LiveScope  • Why this could be the biggest leap in fishing electronics in years  • Real-world applications for bass, walleye, pike, and more  • Whether it’s worth the investment Plus:  • A wild tournament cheating story that got an angler arrested  • Fan questions about the future of multi-species tournaments  • Why your favorite fishing content is suddenly blowing up on YouTube If you’re serious about fishing, this is one episode you cannot miss. Listen now and find out why this could be the future of the sport.

    1h 25m

  8. MAR 19

    Episode 213: This Guy Stole 53 Fishing Lures… Here’s What Happened

    What REALLY goes on behind the scenes of the Toronto Sportsman Show? In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we sit down with show manager Mike Blake to break down how one of Canada’s biggest outdoor events has evolved, what’s new this year, and why it still matters to anglers, hunters, and outdoor families. But that’s not all… We also dive into a bizarre real-life story of a man caught stealing over $1,000 worth of fishing lures from a Canadian Tire, and discuss what it says about the fishing industry today. Plus: Fan question: the strangest places we’ve been recognizedThe reality of fishing theft and black-market gearSeason 40 updates and behind-the-scenes insightsWhy the Sportsman Show is still a must-visit eventIf you’re into fishing, hunting, outdoor shows, or Canadian outdoor culture, this episode is packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe for more episodes of Outdoor Journal Radio every week.

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Drawing from their experience as two of Canada’s most prominent outdoor personalities, hosts Angelo Viola and Peter Bowman explore the environmental topics, issues, and events that matter to the everyday outdoorsman. Joined by a wide variety of guests, ODJ Radio seeks to answer the questions and tell the stories of all those who enjoy being outside. Your stories, your questions, on your schedule

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