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The Fly Culture PodcastA New Chapter - Turning the Tables on PeteSend a textEpisode 310 - A New ChapterI don't really like talking about myself, I find other people much more interesting. In recent months though, my life has taken a big change in direction and I really wanted to share with you what has happened and why I made this decision.In this special, turning the tables on Pete Tyjas, I talk with Ben Jailler about why I took the job as editor of Trout & Salmon magazine, what the role involves, my plans for this much loved title and the c...
2025-12-1047 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 5Send a textEpisode 293 - Pete Cockwill - The Fish, The People and Places Pt5In the latest episode of the podcast take over with Pete Cockwill he takes us salmon fishing for king salmon in Alaska, talks about his love of grayling and takes us to the streams of Devon and Cornwall.As ever, it is delivered in a beautiful manner packed with fun stories and some poignant moments too.I hope you enjoy this one!
2025-08-0627 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 4Send a textEpisode 287 - Pete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Pt4In the latest instalment of the podcast takeover, Pete Cockwill takes us from Cornwall to Surrey via Alaska and a few other places too.He tells us about the places he's been and what has happened during his fishing life.This focusses on his friendships and what they have meant to him and the fun he has had while out fishing.
2025-06-2547 minThe Fly Culture PodcastFishing For Schools at Lakedown FisherySend a textEpisode 284 - Fishing for Schools at Lakedown FisheryI'm back on the road again heading over to Lakedown Fishery in Sussex.The event, hosted by Charles Jardine, is a fundraiser for Fishing For Schools.During the day, I wander around the fishery speaking with those attending including Feargal Sharkey, Pete Cockwill, Yvette Austin, James Cuthbertson and Johnny Vegas who despite being an experienced coarse angler, has never fly fished before. Does he catch his first trout?Tune in, listen and be prepared to laugh o...
2025-06-0453 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 3Send a textEpisode 281 - Pete Cockwill - The Fish, The People and Places Pt3In the latest instalment of Pete's story he tells us about the work that he undertook at the estate he managed including the carp and trout on the lakes.There is a very amusing story about how he had to bury a recently deceased donkey which will have you laughing out loud.He also talks about mullet fishing with a bamboo rod and wet flies along with a little more about Alaska, Abel reels and a w...
2025-05-1435 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 2Send a textEpisode 278 - Pete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 2Pete Cockwill is taking over the podcast again for part 2 in a series of podcasts that cover his life in fishing.In this episode Pete tells us about his 20lb rainbow trout, king salmon, hunting squirrels and falling in lakes and rivers.The stories are all told in Pete's unique style that are both interesting and very funny too.I hope you'll enjoy this episode.
2025-04-2336 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and PlacesSend a textEpisode 274 - Pete Cockwill - The Fish, The People and the PlacesI'm excited to be bringing you something a little different on this weeks podcast.I'll be hosting a short series of monthly podcasts that chronicles the life of one of my fishing heros - Pete Cockwill.I doubt there will be many who don't know of Pete he has done so much in fly fishing over the years.From writing books, numerous articles, running a fishery and tackle shop, leading the way in stalking...
2025-03-2633 min
Anchored with April VokeyPete Tyjas from The Fly Culture MagazinePete Tyjas is a passionate fly fisher, writer, and editor based in Devon, England. Founder of Fly Culture Magazine, Pete has built a reputation for his engaging storytelling and dedication to celebrating the art and community of fly fishing. With a deep respect for wild waters and their ecosystems, he focuses on sustainable angling practices and sharing knowledge to inspire others. Pete's work blends his love for the outdoors with his talent for connecting anglers worldwide through his writing and podcasting endeavors. In this episode of Anchored, Pete and I discuss his upbringing, why he started a magazine, fishing...
2024-12-091h 06The Fly Culture PodcastRichard Miller on Dorset Chalkstreams, The Rivers of Devon and Fishing HotelsSend a textIn this episode of the Fly Culture podcast, Pete engages in a captivating conversation with Richard Miller, exploring his extensive fishing experiences, the evolution of fishing hotels, and the current state of river hatches. Richard shares his journey from fishing small streams in Dorset to targeting sea trout and salmon, highlighting memorable moments at the Half Moon Hotel. The discussion also touches on the impact of Airbnb on fishing accessibility and the thriving Dorchester Fishing Club, which boasts a long waiting list. Richard concludes with a musical recommendation, showcasing his div...
2024-09-251h 13The Fly Culture PodcastTurning the Tables on Pete TyjasSend a textI've been asked many times if someone would interview me for the podcast.I've dodged this a number of times but after getting a call from Ben Jailler a few weeks back I finally agreed.Ben does an amazing job of taking the reins as we talk about fishing, the magazine, life changing events along with my interests away from fishing.I had no idea what the questions would be but he'd done plenty of homework in what I hope you'll find an interesting interview.
2023-10-181h 09The Fly Culture PodcastFly Culture - The Italian Job Pt2Send a textIt is great to be back in Italy with good friends, amazing guides and fabulous coffee.Join us for 3 days of fishing in a mix of streams. There are some amazing fish caught, plenty of laughs and of course, I manage to fall in!The trip proved that there is more to fishing than the fish. It is about friends, the places we go and things that we experience together.We'll be running the trip again next year and if you'd like to come along just drop me...
2023-08-161h 04The Fly Culture PodcastThe Fishstolian - The Bristol AvonSend a textPodcast Takeover pt4In the final episode, Pete and Jon go dark to fish the Avon in Bristol’s Industrial heartland at Netham Weir. Will they uncover the silver they’re searching for?...Including an interview with Luke Kozac, Environmental Project Manager for the Environment Agency, Wessex region.
2022-10-1956 minThe Fly Culture PodcastThe Fishstolian Podcast - Bristol FromeSend a textPodcast takeover Pt3 “ Word is that the mayfly are hatching on the Bristol Frome. Pete and Jon head down to the river to see if they can tempt one of its legendary trout during this fishy food festival. Including an interview with George Clark, (former) Project Manager for Bristol Avon Rivers Trust @bristolavonrt “
2022-10-0532 minThe Fly Culture PodcastThe Fishstolian Episode 2 - The South Bristol StreamsSend a textBuoyed by their success on the Trym, Pete and Jon venture into unfamiliar territory on the Colliter’s Brook, Pigeonhouse Stream and Malago. What unexpected treasures will they discover in South Bristol’s hidden gems?Including an interview with trout scientist, Dan Osmond
2022-09-2137 minThe Fly Culture PodcastThe Fishtolian Podcast Episode 1 - The TrymSend a textBristol would never be the first place that springs to mind when it comes to casting a fly for wild brown trout. When Pete and Jon discovered their humble local stream was home to them it led to the question – where else in the city might they be? The Fishtolian documents their search throughout the rivers and streams of Bristol for more trout and what else they discovered along the way...Pete and Jon head towards their local urban stream in NW Bristol with mic and a fly rod...
2022-09-0729 minThe Fly Culture PodcastHome and Away with Pete McLeodSend a textIn this podcast I catch up with Pete McLeod and we choose fishing destinations both here and farther abroad and talk about what they mean to us and why we like them so much.I hope you'll like them and they make interesting listening!
2021-07-081h 24The Fly Culture Podcast3 Friends, Rising Trout and Bamboo RodsSend a textJoin me as I meet up with my good friends Luke Bannister and Warren McCarthy as we catch up, cast some rods and look for some rising trout.Do we get lucky? Tune in and find out!
2021-05-1226 minThe Fly Culture PodcastSteve Kemp - Musician, Fly Angler and Casting InstructorSend a textAs well as his love of fly fishing Steve Kemp is also the drummer in the hugely successful band Hard-Fi.We look at his career as a fly angler and how it has intertwined with how the band became hugely successful with two number one albums along with many other plaudits . This is a really interesting look inside the life of a passionate angler along with what it is like to work in the music industry and everything that goes with it.Steve is a qualified casting instructor and if...
2021-05-041h 11The Fly Culture PodcastSimon Kidd on life, fly fishing, tackle and competitionsSend a textThere isn't much Simon Kidd hasn't done in fly fishing but his passion for our pastime burns as bright as ever.We talk about his fishing career, work with Snowbee and get an insight into competition fishing too.This was an enjoyable podcast to record that is full of tips and information you'll sure to find interesting.
2021-04-281h 04The Fly Culture PodcastBrett O'Connor on fly fishing, Fly Culture and fly castingSend a textI talk with my friend and Fly Culture creative director, Brett O'Connor, about his love of fly fishing, how we first met taking our fly casting exams some 16 years ago and how we embarked on our journey with Fly Culture.This is a relaxed and fun podcast that gives you an insight into Brett's fishing timeline.
2021-04-171h 05The Fly Culture PodcastTony King - A life in fly fishingSend a textTony King has been in and around fishing from a very early age. We look at his career and a passion for our pastime that has lasted the test of the time.In researching for this episode I was amazed to learn just how much Tony has done and the places he has been. It really is amazing.This is not just a story about fishing, it is a story about one mans life.
2021-04-131h 22The Fly Culture PodcastSearching for rising fish with Pete TyjasSend a textJoin Fly Culture's Pete Tyjas as he fishes his home water, the Taw, for an early season session looking for rising trout.He talks about the river that means so much to him as he describes and fishes the pools.This is totally unscripted and is just left to see how things happen.Does he get lucky? Tune in and find out!
2021-04-0636 minThe Fly Culture PodcastEver fancied running your own trout fishery?Send a textI talk with Peter Thurston, owner of Thornwood Springs in Essex about the work that goes into setting up and running a trout fishery.It sounds to many of us like it could be a dream job and in this episode you'll get an insight into what goes on behind the scenes.
2021-03-261h 13The Fly Culture PodcastSimon Gawesworth on Fishing, Fly Lines and CastingSend a textIt was great fun to catch up with Simon Gawesworth and talk about his life in fishing, what goes into bringing a new fly line to the market and his love of fishing and casting.
2021-03-241h 05The Fly Culture PodcastHome Water with Pete TyjasSend a textJoin Fly Culture's Pete Tyjas for an early season session of trout fishing on his home water, the Taw where he talks about the river, how he is fishing and plenty more. Does he get lucky?Tune in and find out.
2021-03-1527 minThe Fly Culture PodcastFly Fishing in Yorkshire with Stuart MinnikinSend a textIt was a pleasure to catch up with Stuart Minnikin about many subjects including the fishing in Yorkshire and his many years as a fishing guide.He speaks with great honesty and knowledge about the topics that we cover that you'll find an absorbing listen.
2021-03-101h 23The Fly Culture PodcastThe life of a fishing guide with Will RobinsSend a textThis is the remarkable story of Will Robins who always knew he would work in fly fishing.Starting out commuting from Hull to London to work in Farlows at the age of 15 he has continued to be involved in the fly fishing industry.He now owns and runs his own saltwater guiding and outfitting service based in Mexico, a place he now calls home.I learn about his story and we talk about what it takes to become a fishing guide.This is an amazing story...
2021-03-031h 12The Fly Culture PodcastHome WaterSend a textJoin Emma and me as we make the short journey to fish our home water on the River Taw in Devon for the start of the salmon fishing season.We talk a little about what the fishing means to us there along with some fishing and stories too.This was a wonderful episode to record and hope our love of our home water comes across to you.
2021-03-0130 minThe Fly Culture PodcastFly fishing and Road Trips with Jon OgborneSend a textIt was fun to talk with Jon Ogborne about his love of fly fishing and planning of road trips.We also discuss the design process of Fly Culture Magazine along with his home water, a stream just outside Bristol, that I was lucky enough to fish with him a few years back.This is an interesting insight into what goes into producing Fly Culture and how our team is made up of passionate fly anglers.
2021-02-241h 09The Fly Culture PodcastChoosing the right fishing friends, cutthroat trout and writing with Chadd VanZantenSend a textIf you're a regular reader of Fly Culture you'll know Chadd VanZanten who has written a number of articles for the magazine.They are all beautifully observed, skilfully written and circle around the streams of Utah that mean so much to him.We talk about the importance of choosing the right fishing buddy, his new book and learn about the cutthroat trout he so enjoys casting a fly to.We cover many topics and what I hope you'll find an entertaining interview.
2021-02-171h 12The Fly Culture PodcastTalking fly rods with Luke Bannister and Adam RawsonSend a textI talk with rod builders Luke Bannister and Adam Rawson about carbon, glass and bamboo rods and get a really interesting insight into what goes into the process of building a rod for a customer.We talk about the differences between them, the uses and their clear passion for what they build along with plenty of talk about fishing too.If you are interested in fly rods and want to hear from the craftsmen who build them you are sure to enjoy this edition of the podcast.
2021-02-101h 15The Fly Culture PodcastJason Borger on fly casting, fishing and A River Runs Through ItSend a textJason Borger is the author of what I think are 2 of the most influential fly casting books I have read, he is also an artist, poet, fly casting instructor and has written a number of articles for Fly Culture too.If you have watched the film A River Runs Through It and thought Brand Pitt was handy with a fly rod then the reason was that Jason was the fishing and casting double. I learn more about the film and Jason's passion for our pastime in what was a fascinating i...
2021-02-041h 08The Fly Culture PodcastItaly on the fly with Vito RubinoSend a textNot being able to fish has had me dreaming not only of my home water but also of distant destinations too.Fly fishing guide Vito Rubino take me on a virtual tour of the varied fishing available in Italy.We start with a cup of coffee at a cafe before heading into the mountains with dry flies and feisty brook trout, head down into the flatter gradient of the river as it runs through the valley where we target large brown and marble trout with streamers.We rig u...
2021-01-271h 21The Fly Culture PodcastAndy Baird, small flies, small streams and Sonic YouthSend a textAndy Baird has run the well respected Small Fly Funk blog for a number of years.In it, he chronicles his love of fishing small streams with flies in size #22 and much smaller.I learn how his interest in fishing such small flies started along with how to fish and tie them too.We also share a deep love of music that we touch on.If you've ever wanted to learn more about the use of small flies this is the place to start!
2021-01-201h 27The Fly Culture PodcastJim Curry, a life in fishing and going off the grid in South AmericaSend a textJim Curry has been around fishing from an early age and it was inevitable that he would end up working in the fishing industry.We talk about the life he has led and his current role as brand manager for Guideline in the UK. I also learn about his passion for fishing in the South American jungle for some real off the grid adventures.He is an entertaining and engaging guest who I am sure you'll enjoy listening to.
2021-01-131h 21The Fly Culture PodcastFly fishing in Assynt with Stewart YatesSend a textLocated in the far north west of Scotland is what might be considered a fly fishing hotspot. Small streams and lochs populated with trout, a coastline with rod breaking pollack along with salmon fishing set against a stunning back drop.I learn a little about the varied fishing from a hugely passionate angler and guide Stewart Yates.
2021-01-061h 13The Fly Culture PodcastKris Kent on fishing the rivers of the UK, fishing food and tackle addictionSend a textI catch up with my friend Kris Kent and talk about him fishing the trout rivers of the UK. So far, he has fished 120 but always has an eye on a new venue. I also learn from about his transition into the fly fishing industry starting at a tackle shop and then as a fishing guide. Food is an important aspect of a day on the water and he shares what it means to him. You'll probably shudder when you learn about the number of fishing rods he owns too!
2020-12-301h 10The Fly Culture PodcastSusan Skrupa on travels with a fly rod and The Mayfly ProjectSend a textFrom an early age, Susan Skrupa has felt the urge to travel. It was started by her father who also introduced her to fishing. I get to hear about her fishing travels to far flung places but also in the UK too.She captured perfectly her relationship with her father and how it led her to fishing in a beautifully written piece that appeared in Fly Culture called "Bloodlines" and I was keen to learn more.She is also involved with The Mayfly Project a charity that helps mentor foster...
2020-12-231h 09The Fly Culture PodcastSteffan Jones on rivers, sea trout and writing a bookSend a textI catch up with angler, guide, photographer and author Steffan Jones about his love of his home river, the challenges fishing faces, sea trout and how he wanted to share his knowledge of sea trout via his book - Sea trout, Tricks, Tips and Tribulations.It is a fascinating and thought provoking conversation about one mans love for our pastime.
2020-12-161h 22The Fly Culture PodcastMatt Hayes - Flowing with the streamSend a textI talk with writer, presenter, photographer and angler Matt Hayes about his fly fishing career and how it has taken him to Norway where he now runs a fishing lodge.This is a fascinating insight that covers his TV work and how he discovered a deep passion and love for fly fishing.He is open and honest about many aspects of his life that I am sure you will enjoy listening to.
2020-12-091h 19The Fly Culture PodcastIs fly fishing in a golden age?Send a textI invite Paul Procter, Ieva Breiteryte and Andy Buckley to talk about how fly fishing looks in the current climate along with the developments we have witnessed during our fishing careers.It is an interesting and lively debate that covers many topics.
2020-11-261h 39The Fly Culture PodcastPaul Whitehouse on TV shows and a love of fishingSend a textI talk with Paul Whitehouse about his hugely successful TV program Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing, his love of fly fishing and how one of his Fast Show characters was based on someone he met fishing.This is an interesting and very funny podcast that I am sure you'll enjoy.
2020-11-2340 minThe Fly Culture PodcastHome WaterSend us a Text Message.I meet up with friend and fishing guide Gerald Spiers and while maintaining social distancing rules we fish a beautiful stretch of river for grayling that means a lot to him.Do we catch any fish? Tune in and listen but as you'll discover we cover many subjects that you'd probably talk about when fishing with a friend.
2020-11-2226 minThe Fly Culture PodcastJim Murray on serial polluters of rivers, his fly fishing journey and much more.Send a textJim Murray is an actor who is also a passionate fly angler.We talk about many subjects from trout and salmon fishing, the benefits of fishing to mental health and his part in taking on a salad washing plant on his home river and won.This is a fascinating discussion that looks at many aspects of fishing and will be an interesting listen.
2020-11-111h 07The Fly Culture PodcastStuart McTeare on caring for the environment of trout and running a fishing lodge.Send a textStuart McTeare is a river keeper who passionately believes that the fish come first on the water he manages. I learn what goes into this process along with hearing about how he managed a fishing lodge in Ireland and all the work that goes on behind the scenes.
2020-11-091h 20The Fly Culture PodcastGrayling Fishing with Alex JardineSend a textAlex grew up with a fly rod in his hand. He has been involved in just about every branch of fly fishing and knows his subject intimately.In episode 52 I get the chance to pick his brains about tackling grayling. This episode is packed with information so don't miss out!
2020-11-031h 15The Fly Culture PodcastMatthew Wright and a passion for fly fishingSend a textJoin me as I talk with journalist, TV presenter and fly angler Matthew Wright about coping with lockdown, trout and saltwater fishing, the music of Hawkwind along with much more.We travel down his fly fishing timeline to learn about his passion for fly fishing. This is an entertaining listen!
2020-10-271h 13The Fly Culture PodcastHywel Morgan, a life in fly fishingSend a textIt was inevitable that Hywel would follow a fly fishing path.From fishing a small, local stream near his home he has gone on to hold numerous casting records along with representing Wales on numerous occasions.He has also appeared on TV programs, released his own range of fishing DVDs and demonstrates at fly fishing shows.Even after achieving so much the passion for fly fishing still burns bright.
2020-10-201h 25The Fly Culture PodcastPhillippa Hake on fly fishing and tyingSend a textIt didn't take long to discover the deep love that Phillippa has for fly fishing. From hitting the river everyday and learning her trade she has become a well respected member of the fly fishing community and is a regular at fishing shows tying flies.We talk about her passion for fly fishing and how it began for her.
2020-10-141h 05The Fly Culture PodcastStuart Foxall on trout, salmon, steelhead and tyingSend a textStuart Foxall has had a passion for fishing at a very early age. He has a passion for trout and salmon that he has caught across the UK and has fished extensively for steelhead. He is also know for his fly tying especially salmon flies.This is a fascinating conversation that covers many aspects of fishing with lots of thought provoking topics.
2020-10-071h 10The Fly Culture PodcastLife, trout and fishing books with Gareth LewisSend a textGareth and I talk about our fishing season along with the fishing books we enjoy reading when we're not fishing.We each select 5 books and talk a little about why we like them so much and read a short excerpt too.There is an interesting mix and some you might have heard of and others may be new to you.
2020-09-301h 09The Fly Culture PodcastFly fishing for pike with Stuart WatsonSend a textStuart Watson is chairman of the Pike Fly Fishing Association and a self confessed predator fish addict.I get the chance to learn about his fly fishing career and plenty of information on tackling pike with a fly rod.
2020-09-231h 12The Fly Culture PodcastAli Hutchens on salmon, trout, fly tying and what fishing means to him.Send a textI talk with Ali Hutchens about salmon fishing, get some tips, the crossovers with trout fishing and salmon farms. We cover many topics including what fishing means to Ali and travelling to distant destinations to cast a fly rod.
2020-09-161h 31The Fly Culture PodcastLee Evans on the Usk, fishing tips and conservationSend a textLee Evans lives right beside the River Usk in Wales. He is tuned into the hatches and the mood of the river.We talk about what fishing means to him, get some great fishing tips and discuss the recent fish kill on Llynfi.We cover a wide range of subjects that makes really interesting listening.
2020-09-091h 15The Fly Culture PodcastFrom Havana to LondonSend a textHector Rodriguez caught his first fish at the age of 5 in Cuba. His journey took him from Havana to Eastern Europe and then on to London with fishing always being a part of his life.He now spends his time catching barbel from the Wandle in London and other rivers of the South East.I get the chance to learn a little more about targeting barbel on the fly, picking up some great tips along the way.
2020-09-021h 11The Fly Culture PodcastMartin Smith vs the water companiesSend a textMartin Smith is a passionate fly angler who cares deeply about trout and grayling, especially their environment. He has also written service and maintenance manuals for sewage treatment works for Thames Water. He has a deep understanding of how these systems should work. After joining a fishing syndicate in Yorkshire he discovered the extent of damage a STW had done to the river and the fish that once thrived there.This is the story of how he took on a water company.
2020-08-261h 18The Fly Culture PodcastDave Felce on fly fishing for carpSend a textDave has a passion for the outdoors that tracks from mountaineering to chasing what are consider more niche species like carp, barbel and pike on the fly.We discuss his fly fishing career and I get to learn that fly fishing for carp isn't just about throwing out dog biscuits and waiting for them to feed and the surface.Dave shares many tips that he has learnt that will have you looking at carp fishing in a different way.
2020-08-201h 28The Fly Culture PodcastFeargal Sharkey on the damage being done by water companies to our riversSend a textI talk with Feargal about his love of fly fishing and his battle in highlighting the abuse of the river systems across the UK by water companies. From the abstraction of chalk streams that, in some cases, are now running dry to what seems the constant unloading of sewage into our rivers systems around the country.I am sure many of you will be aware of this already but Feargal goes into depth what is happening. It is grim listening.This will resonate with anyone who cares about the environment...
2020-08-121h 14The Fly Culture PodcastSteve Cullen and a life in fly fishingSend a textSteve Cullen has an impressive fly fishing CV. He has been an editor of a fly fishing magazine, brand manager for a tackle company, has represented England in nearly all disciplines of fly fishing and is a guide too.I get the chance to learn a little about what fly fishing means to him and the journey his life has taken.More from Steve HERE
2020-08-051h 24The Fly Culture PodcastWayne Thomas on writing and fishing in DevonSend a textWayne Thomas is a well known face in fly fishing here in Devon. He is a writer, journalist and passionate angler.We talk about fishing, the plight of salmon and what went in to writing his book "I Caught a Glimpse"
2020-07-291h 12The Fly Culture PodcastA passion for fly fishing with Ieva BreiteryteSend a textThere is little doubting Ieva's passion for fishing. Since taking it up she is on the river casting dry flies and nymphs at the trout that inhabit her home waters most days and it is clear she knows her subject well.We talk about what fishing means to her, the state of fishing and women in fishing.This is a really interesting conversation that covers the topics from a point of view that is refreshing.
2020-07-221h 11The Fly Culture PodcastPete answers listener questionsSend a textA slight change of direction for this podcast.After a recent podcast where Nick Hart and I answered some questions I'd been sent I was excited to receive a number more from listeners that cover a wide range of topics from casting, tackle and fishing advice. I talk about fishing rivers for trout, salmon and even some advice if you're heading abroad too.
2020-07-1555 minThe Fly Culture PodcastFly rod design with Peter KnoxSend a textI talk with Peter Knox about his love of fly fishing and his job at Farbank where he designs rods for Sage. This is a fascinating insight into the process of rod building and the many hours of work that goes in to making a fly rod from design to the moment they are shipped to their new owners.
2020-07-081h 17The Fly Culture PodcastDani Morey on the Spey, salmon fishing and being a fishing guideSend a textDani Morey has lived and breathed fly fishing from an early age but it was fishing the Spey that changed her life. She had been fishing there for many years before deciding to throw in a well paid job to live close to the river than means so much to her.She now spends her time fishing and guiding on the river and passing on her passion for fly fishing. Contact Dani HERE
2020-07-021h 13The Fly Culture PodcastNick Thomas on fishing, fly tying and living close to his home waterSend a textNick Thomas' role was to come up with solutions in his previous career. He has taken those skills over into his fishing, film making and fly tying. He is always devising new patterns and techniques that he'll try out on his home water. If you've never tied with organza you'll certainly be tempted.He has also written numerous articles for Fly Culture too. I get an insight into his thought process and along with what fishing means to him.More from Nick HEREWatch his fishing videos HERE
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Fly Fishing 97 Podcast106 Fly Culture Magazine, Pete Tyjas, Devon, UKThis week we sit down with Pete Tyjas of Fly Culture Magazine, a fiercely independent magazine that is published quarterly that is 100 percent content with no commercials. Pete has guided for 16 years and is now focused on his magazine as editor- in- chief. He spends a lot of time on the Taw river with his fishing partner Emma and his lab Montana. Pete is full of great stories and life lessons from his time on the water. Find out more at flyculturemag.com
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Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing PodcastFly Culture Magazine with Pete Tyjas - Euro Nymphing Flies, Chalk Streams, UK Fly Fishinghttps://wetflyswing.com/143 Pete Tyjas, the editor of Fly Culture Magazine, is on the share a perspective on fishing UK chalk streams and dry flies. We find out how Pete is fishing for Atlantic Salmon now that he has put in some time for steelhead. We also hear about how he put together Fly Culture Magazine and why it's growing in the US. Find out what the #1 four pieces of tackle were as noted in Fly Culture. Sponsors: Fly Fishing and Tying Journal: https://ftjangler.com/ Got Fi...
2020-06-231h 12The Fly Culture PodcastColin Macleod on mullet, bass and the limestone lochs of CaithnessSend a textSaltwater fly fishing in the UK has been a branch of our sport that has seen a steady growth over the last decade. There are few who have managed to have consistent success targeting mullet but Colin Macleod is one of those few.This is a fascinating look into the dedication Colin has put into the process along with plenty of tips and insights that if you haven't already fished for mullet you'll have enough information in the podcast to have a try yourself.
2020-06-171h 14The Fly Culture PodcastAnswering listener questions and hints and tricks for reservoir fishing with Nick HartSend a textNick Hart talks reservoir fishing tricks and tips and we answer questions from listeners of the podcast.
2020-06-101h 43The Fly Culture PodcastNick Yardley - From Yorkshire to VermontSend a textNick Yardley has always had a passion for fly fishing. First, learning on the streams of Yorkshire and then moving to the US to become a mountaineering guide and then working in the fishing industry. He lives in the back country in Vermont.It is a really interesting story and a chance to see if there are comparisons in fishing between the UK and US along with hearing about the varied fishing he enjoys.
2020-06-021h 15The Fly Culture PodcastJon Hazlett on being a guide, steelhead and his life in fishingSend a textJon Hazlett has worked in fishing for a number of years now. He guides for steelhead in Oregon but has enjoyed a varied life that has always revolved around fly fishing. We talk about his career in the fishing industry. He is an entertaining person to listen to, who has some amusing stories to tell but also knows his subject intimately and talks with great knowledge.Visit Jon's webpage HEREGhost of Steelhead Future Video
2020-05-251h 14The Fly Culture PodcastThe definition of a trout bum with Dan OsmondSend a textI talk with Dan Osmond one of the current crop of young fly anglers searching out wild trout in wild places. He talks about his passion for fly fishing and sleeping in a car for 2 months so that he could fish the streams of Devon and Dorset. An engaging and thoughtful person who cares deeply about fishing and the fish he pursues.
2020-05-191h 11The Fly Culture PodcastStan Mankov on fishing in Bulgaria, conservation and huchen on the flySend a textIt was fascinating to talk with Stan and to get an insight into fishing in Bulgaria and the surrounding areas.We talk about how anglers have helped stop the damning of rivers, why he quit competitive fly fishing and his passion for huchen.
2020-05-111h 15The Fly Culture PodcastMatt Eastham-North Country AnglerSend a textI talk with Matt Eastham about fishing the rivers of the north country, streamers, writing a successful blog and magazine articles and how he feels about fly fishing.It is clear Matt is a thinker when it comes to all aspects of his life including fishing. His answers to my questions are eloquent and well reasoned.
2020-05-041h 24The Fly Culture PodcastLiving and fishing in Montana with photographer Jess Haydahl RichardsonSend a textMontana is a place close to my heart and it was fun to catch up with Jess, who provided the cover image for the spring edition of Fly Culture, about her life as a photographer and the fishing in Montana.We talk about her life as a fishing photographer, the rivers and streams of Montana along with some great fishing photography tips.More from Jess HERE
2020-04-271h 24The Fly Culture PodcastJames Gilbraith - Terminal ChancerSend a textJames Gilbraith is an author of two books based around the fishing he enjoys with friends on his local river, the Ribble.He has a zest for live, passion for salmon and a wonderful sense of humour.We talk about what fishing means to him, learn about the books he has written and laugh a lot!
2020-04-201h 30The Fly Culture PodcastGareth Lewis on blogs, production tying and the streams of South WalesSend a textGareth and I talk about his love of casting a dry fly on the many streams near where he lives in Cardiff, Wales.We also discuss what it was like to run one of the early fly fishing blogs in the UK along with production fly tying.Gareth is a knowledgable angler who lives and breathes fly fishing.
2020-04-141h 15The Fly Culture PodcastDuncan Raynor talks about the fishing in Zimbabwe, fly tying and the streams of CornwallSend a textAn enjoyable podcast that starts in Zimbabwe and ends in Cornwall via many other locations.We talk about fishing, tying flies and guiding.Recorded before the virus lockdown
2020-04-091h 26The Fly Culture PodcastSpencer Durrant on fishing in Utah, Midcurrent and writingSend a textThis is my first transatlantic podcast with Spencer Durrant who is News Editor for the online resource, Midcurrent along with writing articles for many of the American fishing magazines. Most of all though, he is a passionate trout angler who will travel just about anywhere for trout.We cover many subjects and Spencer is honest and amusing to listen to.Midcurrent
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The Country Gent Podcast: Fishing, Shooting, Whisky, Style, History, Wealth & Rural AffairsPete Tyjas of Fly Culture Magazine In episode 52 of The Country Gent Podcast, our guest is Pete Tyjas of the brilliant Fly Culture Magazine. Pete tells us about his life in fly fishing, the background to starting the magazine and what it takes to put such a high quality publication together. Also on the show, Rob and Nick share their top lockdown tips, we do our first remote whisky tasting and we cover the latest news in fieldsports.
2020-04-031h 47The Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - Stalking large trout, Alaskan grayling, tackle and a life in fishingSend a textPete Cockwill needs little by way of introduction to fly anglers in the UK. He has written books, made videos and written countless articles for the angling press.I sit down and talk to him about the passion he has for fly fishing that still burns just as bright as ever.Visit Pete Cockwill's blog here
2020-03-291h 00The Fly Culture PodcastAndy Buckley - Fishing GuideSend a textAndy Buckley's life has revolved around fishing from an early age. He has worked in tackle shops, been a saltwater fishing guide and now runs his own guiding business based in Derbyshire, UK.We talk about what it is like to be a full time fishing guide. Is it the glamorous job that it is considered?Visit Andy Buckley Angling Services Website
2020-03-241h 39The Fly Culture PodcastBruno Vincent - Wild Trout Trust, Westcountry Rivers Trust and fishingSend a textBruno Vincent has recently joined the Wild Trout Trust alongside his work with Westcountry Rivers Trust. We talk about both his roles alongside his passion for fishing.
2020-03-181h 16The Fly Culture PodcastPaul Richardson on fishing and product designSend a textAside from being a passionate angler, Paul Richardson is deeply involved within the fly fishing industry and has worked with companies designing new products, ad campaigns and delivering projects.His client list is impressive - Redington, Winston, Bauer, Wychwood, Sportfish, Umpqua, Guide Flyfishing and many more.We talk about how he became involved in fly fishing, designing rods, reels and fishing too.He has a deep knowledge of both salmon and steelhead fishing sharing his views on both.This is a really interesting subject that showcases...
2020-03-061h 43The Fly Culture PodcastTrout and Flies - Getting Closer with Peter Hayes and Don StazickerSend a textI sit down with co-authors Peter Hayes and Don Stazicker and learn about their new e-book Trout and Flies - Getting Closer.We talk at length about how the book came about, their findings and how they applied what they learnt. This is a deep look into fishing techniques that will have you thinking about how and what you present to a trout.
2020-02-271h 41The Fly Culture PodcastJohn Aplin on tackle shops, fishing, tarpon and his beloved River FromeSend a textJohn Aplin is one of the nicest people in fly fishing. From an early age his life has revolved around fly fishing. This is his story.
2020-02-191h 06The Fly Culture PodcastCharles Jardine and his life in fishingSend a textIn fly fishing the name Charles Jardine needs little introduction. A writer, painter and photographer he has spent his life in fly fishing. He talks about his passion, that still burns bright, for the sport and the changes he has seen.
2020-02-031h 08The Fly Culture PodcastFish, fishing and conservation with Howard TaylorSend a textHoward Taylor runs Upstream Dry Fly a company specialising in offering days for chalk stream fishing. We talk about the state of rivers, fishing, stocking, the cost of fishing these streams, environmental concerns and the future. A frank and honest discussion you'll not want to miss.
2020-01-151h 28The Fly Culture PodcastNick Measham on fishing and his work with The Salmon and Trout ConservationSend a textI talk with Nick Measham about fishing, his involvement with The Salmon and Trout Conservation as Deputy Chief Executive, the Riverfly Census and insect hatches generally.
2020-01-021h 17The Fly Culture PodcastTackle TalkSend a textPete Tyjas and Nick Hart select items of tackle they've been using during the past season and discuss what they have liked or haven't liked about each item. The twist is that they've not told each other what they have selected. There are some surprises along the way!
2019-12-081h 24The Fly Culture PodcastFishing the chalk streams with Gilly BateSend a textGilly Bate is a fly fishing guide who spends a lot of time on the water. We discuss, fishing, tactics and life while sitting beside the river Test.Fly Culture Magazine
2019-11-251h 10The Fly Culture PodcastLuke Bannister on fly rods, fly patterns and fishing videosSend a textLuke Bannister is primarily known as a rod builder specialising in bamboo rods but also graphite and glass too.He is also a qualified casting instructor and produces fly fishing videos that capture perfectly why we love fishing so much.I sit sit down and talk about fishing, building fly rods, the definition of a trout bum and a really neat fly pattern he uses.Visit Luke Bannister's website HEREVisit The Fly Culture website HERE
2019-11-121h 12The Fly Culture PodcastNot so different after all - Trout fishing in South Africa with Andrew FowlerSend a textI sit down with Fly Culture contributer Andrew Fowler to talk about the streams he fishes in Natal, South Africa, conservation and his love of wild brown trout. A thoughtful and interesting insight into one mans passion for wild brown trout.
2019-10-241h 06The Fly Culture PodcastDownstream or Upstream with Gerald SpiersSend us a Text Message.Gerald Spiers is a extremely modest but hugely talented angler who fishes the rivers of the West country in the UK.An expert at catching salmon, sea trout, trout and grayling I got the chance to hear from an angler who loves to be out on the water.I talk face-to-face with him about swinging wet flies and spiders and get some great tips on how to get the most from the method.Visit the Fly Culture website by clicking HERE
2019-09-231h 13The Fly Culture PodcastPaul Procter on fly fishingSend a textPaul Procter is one of the most recognisable names in fly fishing in the UK. In this podcast he gives a fascinating insight into his approach to fishing along with plenty of tips and an insight into how his life is so intertwined with the outdoors.Visit Fly Culture Magazine
2019-09-091h 32The Fly Culture PodcastDamon Valentine - From Yorkshire to LondonSend a textDamon Valentine has been fishing all of his life, starting on the rivers Ribble and Hodder he now spends time fishing the Wandle after a music career took him to London. We fill in all of the gaps of the journey he has made.Visit Fly Culture Magazine Website
2019-08-241h 10The Fly Culture PodcastGTs, bones and a life in fishing with Pete McLeodSend a textPete McLeod has worked in fly fishing pretty much from the moment he left school and has travelled the world with a fly rod. He talks about his passion for giant trevally, offers some great advice on saltwater fly fishing and how to prepare for a fishing holiday.Fly Culture Magazine
2019-08-011h 11The Fly Culture PodcastJim Williams - Fishing, fly casting and leadersSend a textI sit down with Jim Williams and talk about fishing, leader design and fly casting.Fly Culture Magazine
2019-07-171h 12The Fly Culture PodcastNick Hart, a career in fly fishingSend a textI sit down with Nick Hart, fly fishing guide and instructor and talk about how he has made a career from fly fishing including the ups and downs, what he is doing to get young people involved in fishing along with some fishing advice too.Fly Culture Magazine
2019-07-021h 02The Fly Culture PodcastThe Fly Culture Podcast with Pete TyjasSend a textThe very first Fly Culture Podcast, meet your host Pete Tyjas who will tell you a little about what you can look forward to in future podcasts and reads "Two Beer Buzz" from a previous issue of Fly Culture Magazine
2019-06-2310 min