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  Fred Campbell - Hooké, Fly Fishing, Conservation and Clothing 15.09.2026 46dk

  Send us Fan Mail I sit down on a Yeti cooler with Fred Campbell founder of Hooké, a brand that has made amazing fishing and conservation films along side an ever growing clothing range. I learn about his fishing career, his thoughts on conservation and the shift in focus both he and I have noticed in how our pastime is moving away from the hero shot to the bigger picture of fishing. He tells me about how he formed Hooké and how it has grown without ever losing it's focus on conservation. Fred...
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  Visiting the Chatsworth Country Show 09.09.2026 48dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 348 - Visiting the Chatsworth Country Show I head up to Derbyshire to first, catch a few fish and then on to the Chatsworth Country Show where I meet up with many people you'll know, get some fishing tips and advice, hear about some new pieces of tackle and books too. I get the chance to speak with competition angler Susan Sissons who tells me about her return to the England Ladies team, how she got on and what it meant to her. It is a beautiful story. I really enjoy ...
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  Back on my home water 02.09.2026 36dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 347 - Back on my home water We've had some cooler weather and rain too. I've been watching water heights and make the decision to head back to my home water for the first time in what feels like a long time. I have my dog. Montana, with me and no other plans other than to enjoy this moment. I didn't plan to record anything but am pleased I did as I get the chance to share the time with you in what turns out to be more than just a few hours fishing. As ever, I just spe...
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  Richard Ticehurst - Casting, Fishing and Innovating 26.08.2026 1sa 1dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 346 - Richard Ticehurst - Casting, Fishing and Innovating I catch up with Richard to learn about his fishing career that started by learning to tie flies before heading to the river to catch fish with them with his father in Scotland. I also hear about him packing a fly rod and heading to the coast over 30 years ago. After reading an advert in a certain magazine I know well, Richard ended up in Devon working with John and Simon Gawesworth at their fishing school. This...
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  Big Trout and Surfboards in Finland 19.08.2026 55dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 345 - Big Trout and Surfboards in Finland In this episode I head to Finland with my frinds Paul Procter and Chris Rownes. We fish a series of rivers that connect lakes where baitfish known as bleak head out of the lakes where sizeable brown trout are waiting. Aside from this, there are also some amazing caddis hatches where big, brown trout rise to them. Join us for a few days fishing and hear what happens as 3 friends armed with fly rods tackle these amazing trout.
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  Neville Broad - Saltwater in his Veins 12.08.2026 1sa

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 344 - Neville Broad - Saltwater in his Veins I talk with Neville Broad about his fly fishing career that is based largely around saltwater fly fishing both here and abroad. I learn about him fishing for various species until he caught his first bass and how it changed everything. During our conversation I get to hear a lot of fishing tips that will prove invaluable for anyone considering trying saltwater fly fishing in the UK or if they'd like to learn a little more.&...
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  Neil Lobban - Fishing, Casting and Teaching 05.08.2026 1sa 8dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 343 - Neil Lobban - Fishing, Casting and Teaching In this weeks episode I catch up with Neil Lobban to learn a little bit about what fishing means to him andfind out his local rivers and how they have been fishing of late. Neil is Chair of AAPGAI and he tells me how he started as an instructor and a little about the ams of AAPGAI and what the organisation is all about. We of course get some casting tips and shoehorn in some tackle talk too. Neil has done a lot for fly...
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  Yvette Austin - Fly Fishing and a Love of the Outdoors 29.07.2026 1sa 1dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 342 - Yvette Austin - Fly Fishing and a Love of the Outdoors I catch up with Yvette Austin to learn about her fly fishing timeline that includes rivers, lakes and saltwater. From crabbing at the end of a pier to small stillwater, reservoirs and the streams of her home county of Kent, I hear about why she is so passionate about fly fishing. Yvette also talks about her role with the BBC as a presenter. We cover a lot of ground that I know you will find interesting.
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  Fishing Bamboo with David Spencer 22.07.2026 58dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 341 Fishing Bamboo with David Spencer I speak with David Spencer about his passion for bamboo fly rods. We look at the differing ways into this sub-genre of fly fishing via artisan builders like Luke Bannister, Edward Barder or Callum Gladstone among others or by searching auction sites or vintage tackle dealers to find a rod that might be perfect or needs some TLC if you are able to tackle the task. We also discuss fly line selection for your new rod and and al...
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  A Long Hot Summer 15.07.2026 27dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 340 - A Long Hot Summer It's been a while since I've fished my home water, the Taw, due to the warm weather we've been having. Water temperatures have been too high to cast a dry to a trout so I've been standing in saltwater casting to mullet and after a conversation with my friend Warren, we decided to see if we could catch some carp on the fly. I made a last minute decision to pack the mic hoping I had enough battery power and share the day with you. It starts slow ...
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  The Italian Job 2026 08.07.2026 48dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 339 - The Italian Job Friuli 2026 I'm thrilled to once more be back in Italy with a group of anglers. The weather is hot, the water is cold but the trout are rising and everyone is excited. You'll join us to hear about the fishing and how we experience the 3 days of fishing. I speak with the guides and also learn a little more about the Danubian and Marble Trout. For me, these trips are special and getting the chance to share all of the wonderful moments is special. S...
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  Marnie Lovejoy - Chair of The Grayling Society 01.07.2026 1sa

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 338 - Marnie Lovejoy - Chair of The Grayling Society I catch up with Marnie who is fresh from the river after catching a few fish before we recorded this episode. I speak with her about her new role as Chair of the Grayling Society, her passion for this fish and what her plans are for the future. Marnie talks me through her fishing timeline, the mentors she has had and what fishing means to her. I learn that The Grayling Society is run totally by volunteers and why su...
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  Mayfly Road Trip 24.06.2026 35dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 337 = Mayfly Road Trip I load the van with a sleeping bag a few rods and head off to fish the Test, stay at a campsite and fish the Wylye the next day. It is early June and the mayfly are still about but the weather has shifted from the mini heatwave to wind and rain. On the Test, I fish with Neil Mundy who invited me along for the day. He tells me about his passion for stalking trout in clear water on both rivers and lake and the incredible charity work he does. The ...
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  Emilie Björkman - A Life in Fishing 17.06.2026 1sa

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 336 - Emilie Björkman - A Life in Fishing Today, I’m excited to share my recent conversation with the incredibly talented angler, Emily Björkman. As a skilled fly angler who has traveled the globe with a fly rod, Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for fishing, particularly for salmon. In this episode, we’ll explore her journey into the world of fishing from a very young age, the community around it, and her advocacy for salmon conservation.&nbs...
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  Neil Smith - A Passion for Rivers 10.06.2026 1sa

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 335 - Neil Smith A Passion for Rivers In this episode, I catch up with Neil Smith an angler and guide based in the North West of the UK. I learn about the fishing he enjoys and why along with hearing about the rivers he likes to fish. Neil also talks about the issues with cormorants and how he was involved with the reintroduction of grayling into a local stream and how they are thriving. You'll sense the passion and love for fishing that Neil has that will come ...
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  Catching up with an old friend 03.06.2026 30dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 334 - Catching up with an old friend. I first met Duncan Wilcox 12 or so years ago. He hired me as a guide but we got on so well that we ended up fishing a lot together. At the time, he was based in Devon but moved to Spain and has had a base in New Zealand for 25 years. In this episode, you'll hear us catch up, talk fishing and I hear a little about Duncan's fishing exploits. This was an impromptu recording that happened on the river during a hatch we had high hopes ...
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  A Revisit to Amwell Magna to Fish the River Lea 27.05.2026 43dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 333 - Amwell Magna and the River Lea What only feels like yesterday but was a number of years ago now, I was a member of Amwell Magna Fishing Club based on the River Lea in Hertfordshire. I made the long drive and was lucky enough to catch the mayfly hatch. I speak with members about what has changed since I last fished there and catch a few fish too. Feargal Sharkey was there and tells me what anglers can do to protect their waterways, we had lunch provided by Michel...
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  A Day in the Life 20.05.2026 30dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 332 - A Day in the Life In this episode I take you with me for the day in my new role at Trout & Salmon. You'll join us on a rod test on the river with Rod Hardy and guest for the review, Roger Fagan. Without giving too much away, you'll hear what goes into the test and how it is put together. I get to spend a few hours fishing with Rob before heading over to the Orvis store in Stockbridge to host one of our gatherings. I catch up with Ollie from the store and som...
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  Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing 13.05.2026 1sa 4dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 331 - Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing I catch up with Steve to talk about his fishing time line right up to the present. I learn about when he first picked up a fly rod and the impact it had on his life. Steve also does some guiding and works in the Mallon and Green tackle shop and often appears on their social media. He is a skilled angler who shares some great tips about fishing and fly tying. He also tells me about his life as a musician that you'll en...
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  Being A Guide for the Day 06.05.2026 35dk

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 330 - Being a Guide for the Day In this latest episode I come out of retirement to take Malcolm fishing after I was persuaded to offer a Lot in the Wild Trout Trust Auction. The day takes place on my home water, the Taw in Devon. Malcolm and I talk about the fishing, his fishing career and the places he likes to cast a fly. As ever, this is recorded exactly as it happens with no re-takes or edits. Come and join me for a day on the river!