Claim OwnershipEating Wild Podcast
Subscribed: 2Played: 26
Subscribe
© 2026 Eating Wild Podcast
Description
Join our crew of four best friends as we dive into the wild! From fishing tales to hunting mishaps, our outdoor adventures are packed with laughter and delicious meals cooked from our catch. We may not be experts, but we sure know how to have a good time in nature. Tune in for some epic banter and a few surprises along the way—you won’t want to miss this fun-filled ride! Get ready for an adventure where every trip is an unforgettable story waiting to be shared. Come join the fun!
59 Episodes
Reverse
In this packed episode, we’re joined by an incredible lineup of guests from across the fishing and outdoor world. Tournament angler Joey Teofilo shares insights into competitive bass fishing, multi-species angling, and what it takes to stay in the top ranks on the tournament circuit. We also sit down with rising young anglers Christian De Silva and Michael Florio, who are already making waves in the tournament scene and representing the next generation of fishing talent. MMA fighter and outdo...
Want to catch more (and bigger) muskies? In this episode we sit down with legendary muskie guide Doug Wegner for a full-on muskie fishing masterclass. Doug spends over 200 days a year on the water, guiding anglers and studying muskie behavior across some of the best fisheries in North America. In this episode, he explains what separates average anglers from the ones consistently landing giants. You’ll learn: The truth about big baits vs big fishWhy most muskie anglers struggle to ...
In this episode of the Eating Wild Podcast, the crew sits down live at the Spring Fishing & Boat Show with pro anglers David Chong and Jason Neglia to talk about how modern technology is changing fishing. From forward-facing sonar and tournament bass strategies to Great Lakes salmon competitions and ice fishing tactics, the guys break down what actually helps anglers catch more fish and what still comes down to experience and time on the water. Plus, they dive into the rise of Canadian an...
Recorded live from the Toronto Spring Fishing & Boat Show 2026, this episode of The Eating Wild Podcast brings the energy of one of Canada’s biggest fishing events straight to your speakers. The crew kicks things off with legendary angler, TV personality, and tournament competitor JP DeRose, diving into his incredible journey from running a catering business to building a 20+ year career in the fishing industry. JP shares behind-the-scenes stories from tournament fishing, explains how mod...
Today Smash is riding solo and catching everyone up after a busy start to the year. This episode is all about winter traditions: the annual ice fishing trip with the boys, battling brutal cold, sketchy ice, and Mother Nature doing her best to shut things down. From frozen face masks and snowmobiles barely surviving the cold, to hot dogs somehow out-fishing minnows, it’s classic ice fishing chaos done the Eating Wild way. The episode also touches on spring fishing season, gearing up for the Sp...
Recently, we dropped a short clip where Smash tells a story about King Alaskan crab - caught in Canada, processed in China, then sold back to Canadians. That clip took off, racking up 250,000+ views and sparking a ton of questions and debate in the comments. In Episode 53, we revisit that conversation and clear a few things up - but that’s just one part of a much bigger episode. We kick off the year talking food, family, fishing, and what’s actually coming down the pipeline in 2026. From behi...
In Part 2, the Eating Wild crew continues their deep dive with Taro Murata, moving beyond techniques and into the realities most anglers never talk about. The conversation spans everything from fishing nuclear power plant outflows, targeting overlooked species like carp and gar pike, and why loving every fish matters to a jaw-dropping breakdown of the global seafood supply chain. Along the way, the crew explores unconventional tactics, freshwater sashimi, species bias in fishing culture, and ...
In this episode the Eating Wild crew sits down with longtime friend and fan-favourite Taro Murata for an unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply honest conversation. From being confronted by a self-appointed “guardian of the lake,” to guiding through busted boats, brutal cold, and unexpected life pressures, Taro opens up about what really happens behind the scenes - on the water and off. The crew dives into guiding culture, The Outpost ice tournament, losing big fish, gaining perspective, and why s...
In Part 2 of our conversation with fishing guide and fisheries researcher Alyssa Goodenough, the Eating Wild crew dives deeper into the science, emotion, and lived experience behind life on the water. Alyssa opens up about the biology of big pike, why empathy belongs in angling, her journey through academia, and the realities of being a woman in a male-dominated sport. Watch the full video version now on YouTube at EW Outdoor Podcast and don’t forget to subscribe for more fishing, hunti...
In this episode of the Eating Wild Podcast, the crew sits down with Alyssa Goodenough: a professional fishing guide, fisheries researcher, and one of the most inspiring voices in today’s outdoor world. From growing up spending every spare moment outdoors to guiding trophy-class pike in the remote wilds of northern Manitoba, Alyssa’s story is packed with passion, resilience, and the determination to stay true to who she is in a traditionally male-dominated space. Watch the full vid...
This week on The Eating Wild Podcast, Smash and CJ sit down with one of the most respected names in the muskie world: Spencer Berman. Fresh off his championship win at the 2025 Muskie Brawl, Spencer dives into his early start as a guide, how the sport has evolved, what really separates pros from weekend warriors, and why tough weather conditions often bring out the best anglers. Watch the full video version now on YouTube at EW Outdoor Podcast and don’t forget to subscribe for more fish...
Part 2 of the 2025 Musky Brawl dives straight into the thick of the tournament as cold fronts roll in, the wind picks up, and the bite becomes unpredictable. The Eating Wild crew breaks down the grind from early-morning breakfast at the boat launch to drifting the big water and chasing windows that open and close in seconds. After a long, tough day on the water, they sit down with Jon Bondy, founder of Bondy Bait Company, to talk about one of the most iconic musky baits ever made and to dive ...
It’s Day 1 of the 2025 Musky Brawl: the biggest showdown on Lake St. Clair. From pre-dawn breakfast for hundreds of anglers to the first casts and near-misses on the water, the guys take you inside the grind, the laughs, and the energy that fuels this legendary tournament. Join them at the Cove as they recap the day, talk strategy, share stories from the lake, and sit down with some of the most passionate musky anglers and bait makers in the game, including Mike Nabulsi, founder of Water Wolf...
The boys are fired up for the 11th annual Musky Brawl: one of North America’s biggest musky tournaments. Smash and CJ chat with Dave Grey about what makes this event special, massive prizes and how community spirit drives the fishing world. It’s all about the thrill, the laughs, and the love for musky season. Watch the full video version now on YouTube at EW Outdoor Podcast and don’t forget to subscribe for more fishing, hunting, and wild food adventures! Follow eatingwildpodcast on ins...
The boys are back from their annual Lake Nipissing hunting and fishing trip, but this one didn’t exactly go as planned. Between the usual banter, overpacking, and late starts, something happened that has social media buzzing and everyone asking the same question: What happened to Lou? In this episode, Smash, Showtime, and Top Dog sit down to unpack the trip from start to finish: the laughs, the chaos, and one unforgettable moment that changed the weekend. Strap in for stories from the hunt ca...
In this episode, the Eating Wild crew kicks back in the studio to recap their latest fishing and hunting adventures: from battling Niagara salmon to unforgettable moments at hunt camp. Between stories of wild waters and campfire meals, they dive into real conversations about the state of the outdoors, respect for nature, and what it means to live wild in today’s Canada. Watch the full video version now on YouTube at EW Outdoor Podcast and don’t forget to subscribe for more fishing, hunt...
Today the Eating Wild team meets with Corporal Jason Lamont, who at just 18 years old chose to serve his country and soon found himself on the front lines of Afghanistan. What followed was years of sacrifice, loss, and a battle with PTSD that didn’t end when he returned home. In this heartfelt conversation, Jason opens up about his path from combat to healing: the struggles, the turning point, and the conscious choice to reclaim joy in life. Joined by UFC contender Cody Chovancek, this episo...
The conversation with Coach continues! From his very first deer hunt to family traditions that shaped his love for the outdoors, this episode is packed with memories every hunter and angler can relate to. Smash and Showtime swap stories with Coach about hunting, fishing, and the laughs (and food) that always bring camp together. Whether it’s venison on the grill, tournament fishing, or just sitting on a log waiting for a deer, this one’s all about the moments that make outdoor life unforgetta...
Smash and Showtime are back in the studio, fresh off Canada’s biggest bass tournament with plenty of stories to tell. From monster smallmouth bags to behind-the-scenes moments, the guys break down what it was like to be right in the action. Joining them in the studio is their brother and mentor Coach — a seasoned hunter with decades of experience. From waterfowl to whitetail, calling tricks to campfire cooking, Coach shares stories that blend outdoor wisdom with plenty of laughs. Watch ...
We’re back in Kingston! Antonio “Smash” Meleca is joined by Cody Chovancek for Part 2 of Eating Wild at CISA 2025, covering the third and final day of the tournament. From legendary anglers to vendors and competitors, this episode dives into the stories and excitement that make CISA such a one-of-a-kind event. And of course, we stick around to find out who takes home the big win. Watch the full video version now on YouTube at EW Outdoor Podcast and don’t forget to subscribe for more fis...
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States