Eating Wild Podcast
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!
Episodes
53 episodes
Episode 52: Was Your Fish Processed in China? | Taro Murata (Part 2)
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, target...
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Episode 51: Gandalf on the Lake, Frostbite at −40, and Why It’s Never Just About the Fish with Taro Murata
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 gu...
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Episode 50: Science, Stereotypes, and Trophy Pike | Alyssa Goodenough (Part 2)
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 pi...
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Eposide 49: Pink Lures, Giant Pike, Zero Limits | Meet Alyssa Goodenough
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 ever...
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Episode 48: Inside the Mind of a Musky Legend | Spencer Berman
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 th...
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Episode 47: Musky Brawl (Part 2) | Jon Bondy on Building an Iconic Musky Bait
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 la...
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Episode 46: Musky Brawl (Part 1) | Water Wolf Founder Mike Nabulsi
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 fue...
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Episode 45: Countdown to the 11th Annual Musky Brawl 2025
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....
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Episode 44: What Happened to Lou?
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...
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Episode 43: Preparing for Hunt Camp / Is Canada Losing It’s Way?
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 div...
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Episode 42: From War to Healing | A Soldier’s Journey Beyond Afghanistan
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 d...
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Episode 41: Coach's Corner (Part 2)
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 Co...
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Episode 40: Coach's Corner (Part 1)
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. Joi...
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Episode 39: CISA 2025 (Part 2)
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 th...
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Episode 38: CISA 2025 (Part 1)
We’re live from Kingston! Antonio “Smash” Meleca brings you Part 1 of Eating Wild at CISA 2025, packed with on-the-ground interviews and conversations that capture the energy of the first two days.Follow eatingwildpodcast on Instagram! T...
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Episode 37: From the UFC to the Outdoors: Cody Chovancek (Part 2)
The Eating Wild Podcast is back with Part 2 featuring UFC fighter and outdoor enthusiast Cody Chovancek. From chasing bass and musky to unforgettable saltwater adventures, Cody opens up about his passion for fishing, his dream trips, and how he...
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Episode 36: From the UFC to the Outdoors: Cody Chovancek (Part 1)
In this episode of Eating Wild, Smash and Lou welcome back unified MMA champion Cody Chovancek: known as “the best fisherman in MMA.” Fresh off big news about joining Dana White’s Contender Series, Cody opens up about the grind behind fight cam...
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Episode 35: Fishing with Johnny Walker & Vegas Martini's
In this adrenaline-pumping episode, Smash and Topdog take you on a wild ride from the quiet serenity of the fishing boat to the neon chaos of the Las Vegas Strip. 🎰First, the guys swap unforgettable fishing stories – from reeling in gian...
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Episode 34: The Legend, The Freddy Krueger Scream and A Dog Named Bob (YouTube version available)
In this episode of the Eating Wild Podcast, the boys catch up on a whirlwind of summer adventures: from epic fishing trip with Canadian sportfishing legend Italo Labignan, to off-grid cottage life, concert nights, and wild encounters both on th...
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Episode 33: Fishing, Food & Stories W/ Canadian Legend Italo Labignan (Youtube version available)
Join host Antonio "Smash" Meleca as he spends an unforgettable day on the water with Canadian sport fishing legend Italo Labignan! Together, they share stories of growing up fishing, swapping family recipes, and reflecting on a lifetime dedicat...
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Episode 32: Kingston CISA Bass Tournament W/ Special Guest Moose
Join host Antonio "Smash" Meleca and special guest Moose on this episode of Eating Wild Podcast as they dive into the excitement surrounding the CISA bass tournament in Kingston! Mark your calendars for August 29th, as competitors battle for an...
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Episode 31: Uncut & Unfiltered: Going Off The Grid W/ Paige Galea (Part 2)
Join us for the second part of our incredible chat with Paige Galea on the Eating Wild podcast! We explore her deep outdoor roots, from noodling catfish to transforming her grandfather’s cottage into a cozy year-round retreat. Paige shares hear...
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Episode 30: Uncut & Unfiltered: Going Off The Grid W/ Paige Galea (Part 1)
Welcome back, everyone, to another exciting episode of the Eating Wild podcast! We're thrilled to have the amazing Paige Galea joining us for a special two-part series. In this episode, we dive into Paige's outdoor roots, exploring the family t...
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Episode 29: Exploring Tackle 1 JDM W/ Theo Cheng (Part 2)
Get ready for part 2 of our thrilling podcast with Theo Cheng from Tackle 1! We dive deeper into innovative fishing techniques and gear from the JDM world, sharing his first drop shotting experience on Rice Lake. Discover the importance of matc...
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Episode 28: Hooked on Canada Day: Exploring JDM Tackle 1 with Theo Cheng (Part 1)
Welcome back, folks! It's another exciting episode of the Eating Wild Podcast. We're thrilled to celebrate Canada Day with you! Join Ceej and Lu as they dive into part 1 with Theo Cheng from Tackle1 Distributors Canada. Together, we explore the...
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