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The Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 4Send us 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 us 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 l...2025-06-0453 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 3Send us 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...2025-05-1435 minThe Fly Culture PodcastPete Cockwill - The Fish, People and Places Part 2Send us 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 us 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...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 07The Fly Culture PodcastRichard Miller on Dorset Chalkstreams, The Rivers of Devon and Fishing HotelsSend us 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...2024-09-251h 13The Fly Culture PodcastTurning the Tables on Pete TyjasSend us 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 us 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...2023-08-161h 04The Fly Culture PodcastThe Fishstolian - The Bristol AvonSend us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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...2022-09-0729 minThe Fly Culture PodcastHome and Away with Pete McLeodSend us 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 PodcastJonathan Tomlinson and his life in fly fishingSend us a textIt was a pleasure to catch up with Jonathan Tomlinson and to talk about the many things he has done in fly fishing. From being an instructor at the age of 16, managing fishing tackle shops, distance casting champion, film maker and photographer too.As you can see, there were many topics to cover and I spent a hugely enjoyable hour hearing about his life in fishing.2021-05-131h 08The Fly Culture Podcast3 Friends, Rising Trout and Bamboo RodsSend us 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 us 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...2021-05-041h 11The Fly Culture PodcastSimon Kidd on life, fly fishing, tackle and competitionsSend us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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...2021-03-031h 12The Fly Culture PodcastHome WaterSend us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 f...2021-02-041h 08The Fly Culture PodcastItaly on the fly with Vito RubinoSend us 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 r...2021-01-271h 21The Fly Culture PodcastAndy Baird, small flies, small streams and Sonic YouthSend us 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 us 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 us 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 us 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 to...2020-12-301h 10The Fly Culture PodcastSusan Skrupa on travels with a fly rod and The Mayfly ProjectSend us 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...2020-12-231h 09The Fly Culture PodcastSteffan Jones on rivers, sea trout and writing a bookSend us 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 us 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 19