The Carp Fishing Podcast

I've so been excited about this one since I recorded it earlier this year, Phil Jacksons story telling and carp fishing exploits from years gone by pulled me in and took me on an historic trip down memory lane. Story telling is a skill and Phil was a natural, I really felt like I was sat in his swim all those years ago. In fact the coffee flowed and I could've kept the tape rolling all day. It's f...

This month we catch up with the man behind the fantastic Cyp|ography carp fishing films, Mr Elliott Gray. Elliott has been around the carp scene for what seems like decades and has caught some incredible carp along the way. His opinions are strong but the cheeky Essex lad doesn't take things to seriously either. He's always great value for money and this podcast's no different. We also discuss car...

This months special guest is non other than the current British Record Holder and all round nice guy Mr Dean Fletcher. Dean gives us a fascinating insight into his 40 years of angling and what happened on that incredible January night some 4 years ago, a night that carved him into carp fishings history and record books.  Mike and Mark also discuss the impact of winter on carp and feeding habits. W...

Mark and Mike catch up on life over the last month and discuss winter watercraft. We've also included a couple of our new features "Whats in your Bag" and "Munchy of the Month" Plus we have Simon Scott back on as our special guest and Mike delves into what life was like growing up with a passion for angling. Simon recalls his very first carp and we go full circle as he recalls his time on the migh...

Mike and Mark break this months podcast up into sections covering the usual round up of the month plus our new "what's in your bag" feature. We also added a few additional features this month, plus we discuss our thoughts on rigs and seasonal observations. Then to top it off we have a great guest in the form of ESP's main man, Dave Ellyatt. Mike sit's down with Dave at the ESP HQ and chats through...

Mike and Mark are back again and in episode 15 they delve into the topic of pre baiting. Yes it's good for the fish but what challenges does it present for a fishery owner, syndicate etc. The issues of claiming swims and telling others about your plans certainly divide opinion on some waters. As well as our usual ramblings we have a new feature called "whats in your bag" plus we touch on the rise...

This month we discuss carp colouration, lead sizes, breeding carp, the realities of being in front of the camera when on a filming project and we even get another take live for the tape.....   In addition to our usual ramblings, we had the great pleasure of Mr Steve Neville's company when we interviewed him up at Yateley Angling Centre. A shy man (you may need to turn the volume up on that bit) wh...

This months podcast is the biggest one ever and rightly so as we have the legend that is Chris Ball as our special guest. A angler with 60 years carp fishing experience under his belt. Chris is most famous for being one of the most knowledgable carp historians to have ever lived.   His passion for keeping records and researching carp fishing history goes way back and we were thrilled when he agree...

We have a beauty lined up for you this month. We welcome back Simon Scott to the podcast and Mike travels to question the legend that is Mr Carp on some seriously interesting subjects. From carp behaviour to how the fish process their food items..... Fascinating, not to be missed. We have the usual catch up and also discuss some thought provoking subjects. Mark questions personal space on planes!...

Mike and Mark get carried away with topics like Mozzi's and boiled slug tea before sitting down with Mark Walsingham to talk about his involvement with the iconic Redmire restoration, his incredible Ashmead fishery and the Rudd eating carp. Plus we get a little insight into one of the oldest carp clubs in the country the Golden Scale Club plus the added bonus of some funny stories including Chris...

Despite Mike's terrible hayfever we still manage to sit down and discuss the importance of shutting lakes during spawning. We also answer a listeners question on why do some fish hardly ever get caught. We also cover off our own fishing over the last four weeks. Plus this months special guest is Rich Howell aka Reg Bampton, a man who's been around the block, someone who's often popped up in Dave L...

We are back on the bank and this months topics include sexing carp, randy males, early spawning, baiting patterns and for a change we both managed to catch a few carp since we last sat down and recorded the podcast. Plus this month it was a pleasure to catch up with Jack Reid, the main man behind all the recent Terry Hearn films produced through ESP. I get to share a few cups of tea with Jack and...

In this episode Mike and Mark talk about poor quality bait that is in fact damaging to a carps health. We also discuss the rise and realities of sponsored anglers. Our guest this month is Mr Linear Fisheries himself, Roy Parsons. A gentleman who's seen carp fishing change drastically over the last 30 years while heading up the busiest carp fishery in the country, plus we have the usual carpy bante...

Mike and Mark talk about early spring fishing. Bait colour, location, fish metabolism, babies on planes! We cover lots of interesting topics along with the usual carpy banter.  Connect with Mark here On Facebook - Baitworks link On Instagram - Baitworks link Connect with Mike here On Facebook - Born and Bred carp gear link On Instagram - Born and Bred link Please take the time to review us on i-tu...

Mike catches up with the Yateley legend that is Robin Dix. A fascinating talk on the early years of the complex. We cover lots of interesting topics along with the usual carpy banter.  Connect with Mark here On Facebook - Baitworks link On Instagram - Baitworks link Connect with Mike here On Facebook - Born and Bred carp gear link On Instagram - Born and Bred link Please take the time to review us...

From lamping for carp at night, the current british record and zig fishing, we cover lots of interesting topics along with the usual carpy banter. Mark catches up with Simon Scott and picks his brain on oxygen levels and their role in the carps everyday life.  We also have the usual features including moment of the month and tip of the month. Connect with Mark here On Facebook - Baitworks link On...

From shouting at carp from a snag tree to finding carp in the shallows on Christmas day. We cover lots of interesting topics along with the usual carpy banter. We also have a great guest in the shape of Ben Gratwick of Digger lakes . Mike heads down to the venue and covers his fishing and his time on the mighty Wraysbury back in the 90's. A tale of sheer determination and grit with some challenges...

From carp fishing behaviour to the three day baiting rule. We cover lots of interesting topics along with the usual carpy banter. We also have a special guest, Chris Douce join us and talks to Mike about his fishing and views on the current carp scene.    We also have the usual features including a tip of the month. Connect with Mark here On Facebook - Baitworks link On Instagram - Baitworks link...

We have a great podcast lined up for you today. We have special guest Simon Scott talking about fish behaviour and habits all from the banks of Burghfield in Reading. Mark visits Mike on the bank and chats about their current seasonal approach.  We also have a couple of new features including a tip of the month!    Connect with Mark here On Facebook -   Baitworks On Instagram - Baitworks Connect w...

We'll be covering seasonal carp fishing topics, discussing our experiences and observations, as well as delving into the minds of some great, knowledgeable guests.