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Jeremy Wade and River Monsters

October 8th 2009 00:48
Jeremy Wade
Jeremy Wade is a British writer, biologist, extreme angler, and TV host. His series River Monsters on America's Animal Planet is is what I like call "A fishing program for people who don't fish."


Wade has traveled all over the world during the past two decades to study and/or catch some of the most unusual fish you can imagine. Aside from fishing adventures he has contracted malaria, been arrested as a spy, survived a plane crash, as well as having been threatened at gun point.

His first venture into TV was called Jungle Hooks for Discovery Europe which went on to become one of England's of the most-watched shows when it was released. His American series, River Monsters, has achieved the highest ratings in the history of Animal Planet. Early on, a second season was planned and should begin broadcast in early 2010. Presently, the first season is in reruns and being aired at various times.

If you're looking for angling tip and tricks, River Monsters is NOT the program to watch. I can honestly say that I've watched, maybe, half a dozen programs of the series, and haven't learned a darned thing about angling. However, I recommend it for that same reason. It's never ceases to amaze me how much you can learn from a one hour television program. The thing I like is the fact that you don't realize you're learning anything until the same topic comes up in conversation!


Alas, if you think Wade's current program is a dry 60 minute talkfest, check out this quick clip from YouTube.




Remember to take the hooks outta yer pocket before ya sit down!






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How fishing programs are made

June 23rd 2009 00:46
Here's a pretty cool video from YouTube featuring European Angler Matt Hayes who is demonstrating the task of filming a fishing program for television.

If you think this video looks a little different from what you're used to seeing, it's because Matt Hayes is also a photographer and his knowledge of interesting camera angles and lighting is used in the making of this piece.

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The Hunt for Big Fish--check it out!

March 30th 2009 20:48
Larry Dahlberg
The host with what may be a trophy for most people. It's another day at the office for him.
Although this blog isn't heading toward a critique of TV fishing programs, after mentioning Hook 'n' Look, I'd be remiss not to mention my favorite show, "The Hunt For Big Fish" with Larry Dahlberg. I've been watching this program for three or four years now because, unlike a lot of fishing programs out there, "The Hunt for Big Fish" uses unusual camera angles, creative editing, and the host catches fish like you'd NEVER imagine.

You may be familiar with the host if you're into fly fishing. The Dahlberg Diver was invented by former guide, Fishing Hall of Fame inductee, and host Larry Dahlberg.

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Bill Dance

August 20th 2007 01:34
Few names are synonymous with fishing but, Bill Dance is one of them. Growing up in Tennessee, Bill was always and avid angler and entered the professional tour back in the 60s when most people weren’t aware that there was such a thing as “professional” fishing.

After turning pro, Bill quickly established himself by placing highly or winning several of his first tournaments. Despite the success, Bill kept an eye on TV and began “Bill Dance Outdoors” in 1968 as a locally produced fishing show. From humble beginnings, the program moved to The Nashville Network before moving to the Outdoor Life Network and the cable channel’s current incarnation, Versus. (And people call “Gunsmoke” the longest running TV program


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