
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
27 episodes
Episode 26: Smash’s Kitchen with special guest Chef Craig Baxter
Join Chef Antonio “Smash” Meleca as he welcomes a special guest, Chef Craig Baxter, to the show! Together, they dive into the sizzling topic of rising food prices and how inflation is impacting your favorite eats. From smoky BBQ tips to nav...
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Episode 25: Fins and Fights: The Great Crappie Challenge
Get ready for another exciting episode of the Eating Wild podcast! The guys have returned from their annual fishing trip and an unforgettable weekend cheering for our friend Cody Chovancek at the Unified MMA fights. We'll dive into all the high...
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Episode 24: Best Fisherman in the MMA W/ Unified Champ Cody Chovancek
Get ready for an exciting episode of the Eating Wild podcast this week! Join Antonio and CJ as they sit down with MMA's best fisherman, Cody Chovancek. They’ll dive into thrilling stories from past fishing trips, explore the connection between ...
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Episode 23: Hooked On Playoffs: Fishing, Hunting, Food & Hockey!
Join Antonio and CJ on this week's episode of the Eating Wild Podcast as they dive into the art of aging meats and explore whether bleeding out your fish truly enhances its flavor. Plus, gear up for spring fishing adventures targeting crappie, ...
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Episode 22: Catching Up With Bass Master Elite Cory Johnston
This week, while the Eating Wild boys are off fishing, we're re-airing one of our favorite episodes featuring bass master elite Cory Johnston. Join us for an inspiring conversation about his recent success at the Bassmasters Northern Open and h...
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Episode 21: Celebrating Family Traditions with River Angling Specialist Jason Neglia
In this special episode of the EW Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with renowned river angling expert Jason Neglia to dive into his rich family fishing traditions that span over three decades. Jason shares heartfelt stories about the significance ...
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Episode 20: 360 Sportsman: The Ultimate Outdoors Masterclass W/ Taylor Riley
Get ready for an exciting episode of the Eating Wild podcast! LU and CJ are back at it, chatting with the incredible Taylor Riley, the mastermind behind 360Sportsman. If you’re looking to level up your outdoor skills—from hunting and fishing to...
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Episode 19: Luck on the Line. Fishing for Walleye with a Side of Black Jack!
This week’s episode is packed with adventure! Join CJ and Antonio as they catch up with Top Dog Lu, who shares his epic Florida kite fishing tales. We’re off to Caesars Casino for some thrilling trophy walleye fishing on Lake Erie with Captain ...
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Episode 18: Smash’s Kitchen W/ The GCC Angels
In this episode of Eating Wild, host Antonio Smash Meleca sits down for a lively Q&A with his talented employees, Sierra and Alexis, the dynamic duo known as the GCC Angels. The trio dives into the exciting details of the Cancast event, whe...
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Episode 17: Goodbye Ice: Gearing up for the Spring Pop!
Join Smash and Showtime in our new podcast studio for an epic chat about spring fishing and hunting! We're diving into Smash’s insane turkey recipe, walleye fishing on the Detroit River, prepping for turkey hunting, and gearing up for crappie t...
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Episode 16: Let’s go Turkey Hunting W/ Kyle “CanCast” Carruthers
Join us this week on the EW Outdoors podcast as Antonio and CJ welcome the incredible Kyle “Cancast” Carruthers! Get ready for an adventure-filled episode as Kyle shares his fascinating journey from motocross to embracing the great outdoors. We...
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Episode 15: Catching up with Special Guests Ashley Ray & Mrs. Blue Collar
This week on the EW Outdoors podcast, we pay tribute to the late Galo from team blue-collar angling. Join us as Mrs. Blue Collar Adrianna shares Galo’s inspiring journey in the fishing world and his creative impact on platforms like TikTo...
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Episode 14: El Presidente, Dice Baits, Wonder Strike, & The ultimate outdoorswoman W/Joseph, Alex, Igor, and Paige Galea
Get ready for an action-packed episode on the EW outdoors podcast! This week, we're diving deep with Muskies Canada president Joseph Found and exploring how you can get involved in the Muskie fishing community. Plus, we’ll hear from...
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Episode 13: Hook, Line and Confidence W/ Dave Chong & Aldo Nava
This week on the EW Outdoors Podcast, we’re diving deep with Aldo Nava from Niagara Fishing Adventures! 🎣 We’ll chat about reeling in those king salmon on Lake Ontario and mastering trout techniques on the Niagara River. But that’s not all! We’...
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Episode 12: From Reel to Meal: Cooking Up Stories with the Millers & Ron James
Get ready, adventure seekers! This week on the EW podcast, we’re thrilled to bring you a special episode that’s all about the great outdoors! We’ve got Mike Miller from Angler Hunter TV joining us alongside his daughter August Miller. They'll s...
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59:20

Episode 11: Live From The Toronto Spring Fishing & Boat Show W/ Crappie Dan, Moose & Gooch
🎣 Dive into the excitement of fishing like never before with our latest E.W Outdoors Podcast episode, broadcasting live from the vibrant Toronto Spring Fishing and Boat Show! 🎤 Join hosts Smash, Top Dog, and Showtime as they kick off Day 1 with...
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Episode 10: E.W Meets the Average Joe’s Fishing Show
Join us this week on the EW Outdoors podcast as Antonio and CJ dive into an exciting chat with Brendan Cybulski and Lyle Hendrick from The Average Joe’s Fishing Show! Discover their adventure in creating an outdoors YouTube channel, along with ...
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1:34:44

Episode 9: Going Rogue
Get ready for a flavorful adventure on this week's EW Outdoors podcast! Antonio and CJ dive into the world of beef jerky with Kole & Kyle Walton and Chef Rob Dozios from Rogue Meat Company. They’ll share epic tales of their upbringing fille...
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Episode 8: Fishing Friendzy W/ Mike Sklad
Join Lu and CJ this week on EW Outdoors as they chat with Mike Sklad from the Fishing Friendzy Foundation. Discover the impact of youth fishing programs and why it's vital to connect kids with nature. Don’t miss out on a special bo...
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1:15:43

Episode 7: Getting Hard With Koke Machine
This week on the EW OUTDOORS podcast, we are thrilled to have back returning guest Koke Machine! We discuss his dedicated efforts in delivering safe ice reports for Lake Nipissing in December, ensuring a successful ice fishing season. ...
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1:41:57

Episode 6: Reeling in Legends With Angling Hall of Famer
This week on Ew Outdoors, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrew Pallotta and Moose Bertew to discuss the significance of organizing and hosting CSFL fishing tournaments. These events play a crucial role in nurturing the next gen...
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Episode 5: Let’s POP 2025
This week on EW Outdoors, Antonio and CJ dive into the highlights of the 2024 season! From thrilling adventures in the bush and water to culinary experiments in the kitchen, they’re stepping out of their comfort zones to target new fish species...
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1:20:31

Episode 4: Fishing The Six With Taro Murata Part 2
In this exciting episode, we continue our conversation with renowned fishing guide and social media influencer Taro Murata! Join us as Taro shares insights into his journey and the invaluable lessons he learned from his mentor, the legendary Bo...
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Episode 3: Fishing The Six with Taro Murata
In part 1 of 2 episodes, the EW crew introduce guest Taro Murata, an entrepreneur and renowned fisherman from the GTA who runs Fish City Tours. Esteemed for his expertise and social media presence, Taro shares his fishing journey. The guys bond...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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Episode 2: The Christmas Wish List
In this episode of Eating Wild, the hosts kick off with a friendly, albeit sarcastic, discussion about past hunting trips, focusing on their love of deer and ice fishing, the nuances of rifle choices, and the challenges of winter hunting. Amids...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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