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Eating Wild
Hosted by three hunting and fishing buddies with a lifetime of culinary experience between them, Outdoor Journal Radio's Eating Wild podcast brings folks from all walks of life to the boat, tree stand, and kitchen to tell the stories and answer the questions around the pursuit and preparation of wild fish and game.
Episodes
75 episodes
Episode 74: Soups Waterfowl Cooking In Smash's Kitchen
Master the secrets of seasonal cooking and outdoor escapades in this episode of the Eating Wild podcast. I’m Antonio "Smash" Meleca, and I’ll take you through the art of soup-making, capturing the essence of autumn with ingredients like buttern...
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Episode 74
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Episode 73: Musky Brawl Magic - Fishing Tales and Food Truck Feasts
What if warm waters couldn't douse the fiery spirit of passionate anglers? Join us as we navigate the thrilling world of musky fishing and culinary escapades from the unforgettable Musky Brawl event. Dive into tales of early morning fishing adv...
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Episode 73
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Episode 72: Bucks, Ducks, and War Hammers
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be just an hour too late for a bear sighting, or how a last-minute team shuffle could turn a fishing tournament upside down? Join us as we recount our most recent outdoor escapades, filled with thril...
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Episode 72
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Episode 71: Crewed Up w/ Tim Dawson Jr.
Tim's story is as multi-layered as the waters he fishes. This week on Eating Wild, we'll share tales from the Grand River, highlighting its underestimated potential and the adrenaline-fueled battles with river fish. With our shared passion for ...
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Episode 71
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Episode 70: Getting Ready with Hookset
What if a single hunt could redefine your culinary traditions? Join us as we gear up for our annual hunting adventure and plan a menu that marries tradition with innovation. From the irresistible Kobe short ribs to a gourmet twist involving duc...
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Episode 70
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Episode 69: Meat The Butcher Shoppe w/ Stacey Weisberg
Ready to embrace fall and all its festivities? Get cozy as we share stories of Canadian Thanksgiving, complete with the aroma of turkey and the simplicity of family togetherness. Listen to our nostalgic tale of a fishing adventure at Lake Nipis...
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Episode 69
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Episode 68: Brawling With Dave Grey and Graham Hurley
Join us for a laughter-filled episode as we reminisce with the ever-charismatic Dave Grey, founder of the Musky Brawl.On this episode, we navigate through the logistics and intricacies of organizing the Musky Brawl, a tournament that ha...
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Episode 68
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Episode 67: Top Dog vs. Karen
Join us on an exciting episode of the Eating Wild Podcast as we catch up on the latest fishing trips and hear about Lu's unexpected eviction from the Georgian Bay trailer park by park manager Karen. Plus, find out what happened to the salmon po...
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Episode 66: The 4 Skins Are Back!!
Ever wondered how chaotic a shop relocation could get or what a fishing trip in Portugal entails? Join us on this special reunion episode of the Eating Wild podcast, where the original gang is back together! Daniel "Hookset" Martins and Luis "T...
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Episode 66
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Episode 65: Cory Johnston
Ever wondered what happens when you combine a birthday surprise with the great outdoors? Join us for an unforgettable episode where Antonio has orchestrated a special birthday surprise for Christopher Showtime Johnston. The suspense is palpable...
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Episode 65
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Episode 64: The Moose Is Loose Pt 2
Have you ever wondered how to balance your passion with family commitments? Moose, our passionate and intriguing guest, shares his journey of doing just that with his love for fishing. From the excitement of upcoming tournaments to his heartfel...
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Episode 63: The Moose Is Loose Pt. 1
Ever wondered how a unified champ and a nurse balance their lives while finding time for a thrilling weekend getaway? Join us for an unforgettable adventure in Niagara Falls, where we spent an action-packed weekend with our families and none ot...
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Episode 63
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Episode 62: Jet-Lag or Hangover????
Ever wondered what it's like to encounter jet lag for the first time after a chaotic travel delay? Smash Meleca shares his bewildering experience dealing with severe weather disruptions from Nassau to Toronto, giving you a firsthand look at how...
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Episode 61: Eating Wild 'Meats' Ugly Pike Pt. 1
Join us on this unforgettable episode of the Eating Wild Podcast, where we, Antonio 'Smash' Meleca and Christopher 'Showtime' Johnson, celebrate our friendship and dive into the world of muskie fishing with none other than Frank and Chris from ...
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Episode 61
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Episode 60: Harvesting Bass & Lakers
Ever wondered how to make the most of your fishing adventures and culinary skills? Join Antonio "Smash" Meleca and Christ "Showtime" Johnson, aka Siege, as we tackle these topics head-on in the latest episode of the Eating Wild podcast. From ou...
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Episode 60
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Episode 59: Fillet Knifes with Kakushin
Prepare to be hooked on our latest episode of the Eating Wild Podcast! You're about to learn how a fishing trip with Christopher "Showtime" Johnston turned into an exhilarating test for our new Eating Wild fillet knife prototype. His tales of u...
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Episode 59
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Episode 58: Gun Guru with Mark Carew
Join us this week on the Eating Wild Podcast as we welcome the extraordinary Mark Carew, a competitive shooter who hasn't let his Parkinson's disease diagnosis slow him down. Discover how Mark maintains his precision and composure with a firear...
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Episode 57: Wild Foraging with Nicholas Stark
Discover the secrets to perfect meal prep and the art of wild foraging in our latest episode!Nicholas Stark joins us to share his deep expertise in fishing, foraging, and fine dining. We discuss the incredible value of hiring fishing gu...
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Episode 57
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Episode 56: Lake Ontario Salmon With Craig Baxter
Join us for a summer culinary celebration with the talented Chef Craig Baxter! Chef Baxter shares his wealth of knowledge on navigating fluctuating meat prices and dishes out insights from his global cooking adventures. Learn how to elevate you...
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Episode 56
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Episode 55: Fishing With Gold
Ever wondered what it’s like to fish with a champion? Well, you're in for a treat! We kick off with musky legend Siege, aka Christopher Showtime Jansen, bringing his A-game and a treasure chest of tournament tales. Picture this: epic catches, m...
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Episode 55
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Episode 54: Smash's Kitchen
Ever wondered how to transform wild game into mouth-watering dishes while having a blast in the kitchen? Join me, Antonio "Smash" Meleca, as I reveal the secrets behind some of my most beloved recipes in this solo episode of the Eating Wild pod...
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Episode 53: Frank Ungaro
Season Two of the Eating Wild podcast kicks off in spectacular fashion with our 53rd episode, welcoming none other than Frank Ungaro from the Ugly Pike podcast. Get ready to uncover Frank’s spice secrets as he reveals his love for chimichurri a...
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Episode 53
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Episode 52: Happy 1 Year Anniversary!
What happens when three friends take their passion for the outdoors and turn it into a successful podcast journey? After 52 episodes of Eating Wild, we're here to share our reflections, lessons learned, and some exciting announcements. Hookset ...
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Episode 52
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