Fishing Loons
The Fishing Loons Podcast is a Canadian fishing podcast hosted by lifelong fishing buddies Jesse and Andrew, delivering real fishing tips, techniques, and gear talk for everyday anglers. New episodes drop on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month, featuring expert guests from fishing guides and local legends, tackle shop owners to even the odd fishing celebrity. From bass, walleye, pike, and panfish fishing to seasonal strategies, lure selection, and gear reviews, we focus on what actually works — especially for Ontario fishing. Honest advice, relatable stories, and sharp humour included. Learn more, fish better, and avoid bad fishing advice.
Episodes
Fall fishing in Ontario is here, but how many open water fishing trips do you actually have left? Probably more than you think! Before you winterize the boat and start dreaming about next season, there are still plenty of opportunities to catch fish! Andrew and Jesse talk late season fishing strategies, giant baits, trophy fish, and the fine art of questioning your life choices while freezing your fingers off at the boat launch and...
Spent six hours fishing and caught nothing? Excellent. You are officially an angler.
Jesse and Andrew break down why fishing can be so difficult, from weather and water temperature to fish movement, structure, lure selection, and knowing when it is time to move.
They also talk about patience, tough days, changing tactics, and the painful reality that sometimes the fish are not biting because you are simply fishing where they are not.
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Thinking about buying a boat? Before you spend a dollar, listen to this. Boat ownership because apparently fishing wasn’t expensive enough already. Jesse and Andrew share real world stories, unexpected costs, equipment failures, and hard earned lessons from buying, building, modifying, and maintaining fishing boats on a budget.
Whether you’re buying your first boat or upgrading your current rig, this episode is packed wi...
September is when Ontario fishing really starts to change. Water temperatures drop, fish patterns shift, and opportunities to target some of the biggest salmon, muskie, and bass of the season begin to open up. In this episode, Jesse and Andrew break down how they approach this transition and what they’re looking for on the water.
From choosing the right baits and gear to adjusting techniques based on water conditions and time ...
Fishing, folklore, and things that probably shouldn’t be in the water. Jesse and Andrew explore strange aquatic legends and the fishing stories that surround them, from unexplained sightings to bizarre animal encounters. They look at how real experiences on the water can turn into stories of monsters, mysteries, and things lurking just below the surface. Some have an explanation. Some are a lot harder to explain.
In this episode Jesse and Andrew dive headfirst into the world of swimbaits because apparently tying on one lure and hoping for the best isn't a strategy. They cover how to pick the right size, when to throw them, and proven techniques like drop swimming and fishing an underspin to help you fool more bass, walleye, pike, and just about anything with teeth.
They chat with Derrek of Fish Easy, about a tool that makes finding you...
From explosive strikes in thick cover to subtle bites in open water, frog fishing is all about confidence and technique. Join Andrew and Jesse as they explore what makes a frog irresistible to bass, bust a few popular myths, and share real-world advice on lure selection, retrieves, and presentation. Whether you're chasing your first frog fish or looking to fine tune your approach, this episode will help you get more bites and more ...
In this episode, we sit down with legendary angler Bob Izumi for a fun and wide-ranging conversation about fishing, stories from the water, and a lifetime in the sport. Bob is a true icon in fishing, and it’s an honour to have him on the show. He brings incredible energy, awesome stories, and there’s no shortage of laughs throughout this one.
We get into some of his most memorable catches, lessons learned over th...
In this episode, Jesse and Andrew talk all things fishing rods, sharing stories about their collections and discussing what makes a great setup for bass and other species. They cover everything from line selection and rod actions to the differences between glass and graphite rods, helping anglers better understand the gear they use every day.
The conversation also dives into favorite rod and reel combos, flipping sticks, specialty s...
In this episode, Andrew and Jesse dive into some of the most underrated fishing lures ever made and explain why these old-school fish catchers still deserve a spot in your tackle box. From the legendary Jitterbug to pork trailers that look like they belong in a history museum, they share the stories, techniques, and lessons behind these forgotten classics.
The conversation also takes an unexpected turn into the world of deer flies, ...
Andrew and Jesse share straightforward pike fishing tips to help you catch more northern pike. They cover finding fish around weed lines and structure, choosing the right lures for conditions, and making small tweaks to presentation that trigger strikes.
With a focus on simple gear, proven lures, and safe catch and release, this fishing podcast episode delivers practical advice you can use right away.
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Andrew and Jesse sits down with the guys from The Average Joes Fishing Show to cover backcountry trout fishing in Algonquin Provincial Park, including trip planning, spring trout techniques, and efficient gear choices. They also discuss the return of the bald eagle and what it indicates about improving ecosystem health, along with practical ways to identify productive trout lakes using maps and regulations.
The conversation ...
If you’ve ever wondered why walleye seem to disappear the second you hit the water… this one’s for you.
Local guide Bobby Belmonte breaks down what’s actually going on beneath the surface from their unfair low-light vision to where they hide, how they move, and why your “go-to” setup sometimes just flat-out stops working. He gets into real-world tactics, gear setups, and how to adjust on the fly ...
Celebrate a decade of the So Fly Fishing Podcast with the Fishing Loons Crew as they dive into the world of fly fishing. From personal origin stories and surprising fish facts to busting myths about cost, difficulty, and species, this episode shows why fly fishing is about connection, not competition.
We cover beginner gear tips, the joy of catching a fish on a fly you tied yourself, and the spiritual pull of being on the wa...
Fishing rarely goes exactly as planned… and sometimes it gets downright weird. In this bonus episode, Jesse and Andrew swap their strangest stories from the water including bizarre wildlife encounters, fish behaving like they’re glitching in the matrix, and some truly questionable “catches.” If you like fishing tales that go a little off the rails, this one’s for you.
Spring is in the air and open water fishing season is almost here. In this episode, Andrew and Jesse talk about the fish they’re most excited to target as the ice melts and water temperatures start to rise. From aggressive early season northern pike to the underrated power of freshwater carp, they share what’s on their radar for spring fishing in Ontario. They also recap their latest ice fishing trip with Smooth River G...
In this episode we dive into why thinking for yourself in the fishing world actually matters. Joined by Aaron and Roberto from Ramarack Lures, we explore what makes their lures unique and how thoughtful design translates to real performance on the water.
Andrew breaks down how environmental changes impact fish behaviour and what that means for your approach. Jesse and Andrew share honest takes on fishing gear, bait selection, and en...
In this episode Andrew and Jesse Ontario Anglers bounce from the ridiculous history of the Big Muskie (spoiler: not a fish) to why old fishing books still know things your fancy new gear doesn’t. They roast and praise classic vs modern tackle, gush over nostalgic fishing art, talk the upcoming Cancast show (the biggest fishing show in Canada), and drop some Bob Izumi wisdom—basically proving that fishing trends ch...
You had it hooked… and then it was gone. In this episode the Fishing Loons crew talk through why we lose fish, the gear mistakes we all make, and how things fall apart right at the boat. Expect laughs, self-roasting, and tips that actually help land more fish.
We appreciate your support in making this one of Canada's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleasure, but if you feel ...
In this episode, Jesse and Andrew break down the real cost of fishing, the skill behind light line fishing records, and why local knowledge beats generic fishing advice every time. They cover fishing gear costs, water clarity, sharp hooks, fishing lines and leaders, and bust the myth that big baits always catch big fish. From Ontario fishing pressure to new fishing gear innovations coming in 2026, this episode delivers practical fi...
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