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Doc Talks Fishing Podcast

Liam Whetter & Gord Pyzer
Walleye
Fishing Techniques
Smallmouth Bass
Northern Pike
Lake Winnipeg
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout
Steelhead
Covid-19 Impact On Fisheries
Bass Conservation
Ice Fishing
Trout Species
British Columbia
Recruitment Overfishing
Opinicon Lake
Winter Walleye Fishing
Shallow, Featureless Lakes
Turnover
Ontario Ministry Of Natural Resources
Burbot

Welcome to DOC TALKS FISHING, the podcast dedicated to exploring cutting-edge fisheries projects with renowned biologists from around the world. Join Liam Whetter and Gord Pyzer as they unravel the secrets that will help you reel in more and bigger walleye, bass, trout, salmon, muskies, pike and panfish.Tune in every second week as we unveil breakthroughs in fisheries science that will elevate you... more

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Latest Episodes

Healthy fish populations start with healthy habitat. In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we talk with Robert Pye and Melissa Dakers from Watersheds Canada about why protecting and restoring fish habitat is the foundation of sustainable fisheries. W... more

Lake whitefish - the backbone of the Great Lakes fishery for centuries - are in trouble. Biologist Jason Smith joins us to explain why these iconic fish are disappearing, what's driving the collapse and the groundbreaking bold "Noah's Ark" project th... more

We've all seen fishing regulations — seasons, size limits, daily and possession limits— but how are they actually set? The numbers aren't just pulled out of thin air. They're grounded in decades of science and driven by massive amounts of data -colle... more

Fifty years after JAWS terrified a generation, the fear of sharks still runs deep — but the truth about these ocean predators is far more fascinating than frightening.

In this episode of Doc Talks Fishing, Dr. David Shiffman, author of Why Sharks Ma... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Pye
Executive Director of Watersheds Canada
Watersheds Canada
Episode: #48 || Robert Pye & Melissa Dakers: No Habitat, No fish
Melissa Dakers
Habitat and Stewardship Program Manager with Watersheds Canada
Watersheds Canada
Episode: #48 || Robert Pye & Melissa Dakers: No Habitat, No fish
Jason Smith
Bay Mills tribal biologist focused on whitefish conservation
Bay Mills Indian Community
Episode: #47 || Jason Smith: Noah's Ark for Whitefish - Rescuing a Great Lakes Legacy
Dr. David Schiffman
Marine biologist, shark conservationist, and author of 'Why Sharks Matter'
Episode: #45 || Dr. David Schiffman: Beyond JAWS - The Real Story of Sharks
Julie Charbonneau
Ph.D. candidate studying steelhead populations
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
Episode: #44 || Julie Charbonneau: Hooked on Hyperstability - When Good Fishing Masks a Crisis
Dr. Steven Cooke
Associate Professor at Carleton University, leading research in fish ecology and conservation physiology
Carleton University
Episode: #43 || Dr. Steven Cooke: What New Bass Science Means for Anglers
Haley Tomlin
Researcher investigating the effects of 6-PPDQ on aquatic life
British Columbia Conservation Foundation
Episode: #41 || Haley Tomlin: Are Your Car Tires Killing Salmon and Trout?
Dr. Greg Sass
Head of the Escanaba Lake Research Station
Escanaba Lake Research Station
Episode: #40 || Dr. Greg Sass: Walleyes at the Tipping Point
Dave Chong
One of the best small-mouth and large-mouth bass anglers on the planet.
Episode: #38 || Dave Chong, Part One: Guide to Outsmarting Pressured Fish

Hosts

Liam Whetter
Co-host specializing in fish conservation and scientific dissemination.
Gord Pyzer
Co-host with extensive experience in fishing techniques and sustainable practices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • A different take on a fishing podcast

    Incredible deep dives on topics to make you a more informed fisherman. Thanks for this fresh take.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huntwife
    United Statesa year ago
  • WHEN “DOC” TALKS, I LISTEN!!! So should you

    There is nothing like this Science-Based fish/fishing series! Every podcast is packed full of well-explained fish facts (every species is different) that is then folded into a meaningful fishing-based application by the guest expert, Gord and Liam. Simply genius!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stain mcfurguson
    Canadaa year ago
  • Fishing is science ❤️❤️

    I am so thrill and thankful of your excellent podcast and sharing the conversations with fishery experts on the fascinating world of fish species and fishing. Your work spark interest in fishing while promote conservation. Look forward to many many more episodes to come. Bravo! Bravo! 👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HankLau
    Canada2 years ago
  • Excellent from start to finish

    If you are serious about fishing, this is a can’t-miss show. Gord, Liam and their expert guests provide useful science-based insights, while sharing amazing and entertaining stories from their own fishing experiences. These guys are professionals of the highest calibre, and genuinely good people, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MB Hunter
    Canada2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    OMG, boys, don’t ever stop! I’ve been waiting forever for a podcast like this. Overwhelmingly good science and information. Keep them coming. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony Owen99
    Canada2 years ago

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There is nothing like this Science-Based fish/fishing series! Every podcast is packed full of well-explained fish facts and meaningful fishing applications.
I appreciate well laid out, interesting science-based content.
I am so thrilled and thankful for your excellent podcast and sharing conversations with fisheries experts.
Great stuff! A wonderful podcast blending storytelling and science for a compelling listen.
Incredible deep dives on topics to make you a more informed fisherman. Thanks for this fresh take.
A can't-miss show for serious fishing enthusiasts, providing useful science-based insights and entertaining stories.

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Apple Podcasts
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Talking Points

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#47 || Jason Smith: Noah's Ark for Whitefish - Rescuing a Great Lakes Legacy
Q: What is the Noah's Ark Whitefish Project?
It is a conservation initiative aiming to preserve remaining whitefish populations through genetic diversity and relocation to safe environments.
#47 || Jason Smith: Noah's Ark for Whitefish - Rescuing a Great Lakes Legacy
Q: What caused the collapse of whitefish populations?
The collapse was influenced by invasive species like zebra and quagga mussels that disrupted the food chain, along with overfishing and environmental changes.
#48 || Robert Pye & Melissa Dakers: No Habitat, No fish
Q: How do folks learn about your programs like Love Your Lake and Fish Habitat Enhancement?
You can visit our website at watersheds.ca and sign up for our newsletter.
#48 || Robert Pye & Melissa Dakers: No Habitat, No fish
Q: What can property owners do to help protect fish habitat in their own backyards?
Start local, keep the shoreline natural, plant with native plants, avoid fertilizers, and reach out to Watersheds Canada for assistance.
#42 || Dr. David Philipp: Smallmouth Revival - Record Year Classes from a Bold New Strategy
Q: Are there any signs that the sanctuary-born fish are contributing to the lake-wide population?
We expect that the extra one-year-olds will increase the overall population in the coming years, but anglers will probably see significant changes in five years.

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7. Haley Tomlin
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