The Intermediate Line Podcast

Well folks its been fun... 8 years since we started. We made some friends, and we pissed off some friends for reasons we will never understand....Over the 8 years on the show, we have had some of the best of the best (Anglers, tackle manufacturers, fly tyers) in the world and some people who turned out to be horrible 2 faced people that we regret giving time to.... but ultimately, getting you conn...

On this episode folks... we have a look at the uprising of the fly jig, and what observations we as non jig head fly tyers can take away from the success of this thing that is sweeping the Murray Cod and Barramundi scene. We know you are going to want to have your say... let those thoughts fly in the comments, we are keen to gauge how this sits with you.  We also for the second time explain why fo...

It is with great pleasure that we present Nick Benik on episode 209 of the Intermediate Line Podcast. Nick is a an exceptional fly tyer who hails from Denver Colorado and who's artistic finishes and quality fly / fishing photography often outshines the fact that Nick is primarily a functionally exceptionally tyer as well. On this show, we really wanted to break down that first impression of great...

On this episode we have a guy who is new to the sport ( only 18 months) but is putting a clinic on for how hard work is rewarded on the water. Jim is based on the Gold Coast in Queensland, and his species of choice is the magnificent Saratoga, particularly in in local pond,  the Big Russ Hinze Dam. Join us as we discuss with Jim about his approach to this lake that that many consider top tier diff...

Tuna on fly could very well be the most fun you can have with your pants on !! Its a timely podcast when for most of the country, we are or are close to seeing migratory schools of Tuna pass their way through local waters. The ways to be consistent with this aspect of our sport is a real science, the approaches are varied and diverse for the consistent guys. On this episode we cover a range of tec...

We are back for another year of Australia's first, and only Flyfishing beef podcast for 2026 !! What a cracker we have for the first one of the year. Kurt Rowlands now the owner of the longest running Saltwater Fly Fishing operations in Australia located in one of the countries flyfishing meccas joins us on the show. Yep.. we talk to Kurt about that transition from guide to business owner without...

Well... Its not like the artwork for the show doesn't warn you.  Direct all feedback to Voltzy between 1 am and 3 am daily. 

On this episode, we highlight a once in a lifetime experience for host Chris and guest co host Steve Kirkham who both recently returned from an epic trip to Hasik, which is located in Oman. After an epic 30 odd hours of travel, the boys arrived in a whole new world of landscape, culture and wildlife to have an opportunity to catch the rarest Permit in the world, Trachinotus Africanus. Hosted by th...

We have finally caved and done a top 5 species to catch on fly !! This show is chaos.. the old school Intermediate Line banter is alive and well in this one, and we must add this disclaimer right at the start... "Our list is for entertainment purposes only" : ) We want to invite you to comment here on this post to tell us what we missed or where went wrong.. We know your chomping at the bit to do...

Tom Howe, a West Oz Fly Angler, Cocos Island Guide and fly design professor. Look... if you want to hear some over thinking stuff about Saltwater Fly Fishing and fly design.. this show will be audio syrup for your ears. Tom and Chris dissect deep in to fly design, the difference in flats fishing from the East Coast to the West coast and ways to fast track your fishing skills. To be fair there is s...

On this episode, the boys break down fly selection and how important fly selection is for levelling up from an average angler to a successful angler. We talk about everything from Permit to Trout, Murray Cod to Flathead... You may not even realise its impacting your fishing.. but a careful pragmatic approach to fly selection is sometimes what sets successful anglers apart from average or poor resu...

Imagine what your bucket list trip looks like, then imagine the excitement of doing that on your own terms solo.. awesome right !! On this episode, guest host Alex Roy interviews Josh Smith about a recent trip to Rio Marie, and the Pirarcu Lodge in Brazil, South America. A cool story of massive Peacock Bass, Arapaima and various other ooglies and he's (Josh) the only one who speaks English. What a...

We are back folks... we had a break and we address that first up in the show. That leads us to the crux of the episode. Importing a boat from another country to Australia can be a daunting task. The topic alone brings up a stack of opinions from those that have either never done it or have their own reason for doing it a certain way. On this episode we talk about doing it yourself and we also quot...

We open up 2025 with our new direction and are honoured to have our friend of the show and host of the Rhum Lines Podcast, the great Dave Bradley interview his good friend and highly accomplished angler Micah Adams. We asked Dave to describe Micah -  Micah Adams is one of Australia’s most published and probably broadcast fishing writers and presenters. If you have him on your boat he’s also an “A”...

Only 20 mins long and quite possibly the most impactful episode we have done. 

On episode 196- The highly anticipated tale of young Voltzy in Cape York on safari with the legendary Fish's Fly and Sportfishing operating out of Weipa. Recently, Voltz was on a camping trip with 2 other keen fisho's up on the very rugged and untouched fisherman's paradise... Cape York QLD. Tales of rare exotic species, near alcohol poisoning and hair dye are all on the table here.  Also, we have...

On this episode.. 2 Trout Guides and 1 Queenslander... We are joined by Shane Wakker of Baw Baw Flyfisher, and Jimmy Barwick of Snowy Valley Flyfishing. Both of these guys fish wild bodies of water, but both have a very different situation to chase Trout. The fact of the matter is that we at the Intermediate line simply don't have the experience to provide a technical show about Trout so we got 2...

On this episode of The Intermediate Line, Voltz has a chat with his old mate and notable fly angler Wes Pang about a great sight fishery on Brisbane’s doorstep. Wes is an experienced fly fisherman who has savoured some of the world’s great sight fishing targets and Australia’s iconic fisheries .Wes gets out most weekends and in fact joins us from a caravan park somewhere to talk about the value th...

What is there to say about this guy that any self respecting Permit fisherman, Permit guide or travelling Permit angler doesn't already know... and that wouldn't be much unless your in Dan's circle. Dan Collins is a permit Centurion who is notoriously quiet.... In fact, we were surprised he said yes to an interview, and even more surprised when we heard what he said on the podcast... he truly give...

A very special episode recorded live from a far northern river in Cape York Queensland Australia, with the owner of Fish's Fly and Sportfishing, Mark "Bargy" Bargenquast and his main man Kurt Rowlands.  This show brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

Chris just got back from competing in the 27th Hinchinbrook Challenge. On this episode the guys chat about that experience as a first time competitor. The strategy, the fishing and the opportunity to fish with the comps most consistent winner Dan Collins. This comp is for everyone, anyone could win it, an on this episode we offer some great insights on how to win... We don't say its easy.. but the...

We have treat for you guys today !! Patty is a machine.. the dude can fish and if you think that comes naturally.. well it kind of does.. but for the true and incredibly inspirational reasons to why you'd think there are five Pat Neylons (given how much this dude gets around) you need to push through to the end of this record long interview.. trust us... you will want to be like Pat too. Tales of...

Excited to announce the shows new Co Host.. Scotto Mitchell !! Scotto is a world traveller and very accomplished Fly Fisho. Scotto having travelled far and wide as well as having caught most things that swim, has also worked in the Fishing Industry for most of his life including 17 years as the proprietor of the Alpine Angler, all this helped the team here to chose Scotto as the ideal choice to re...

On this episode we are very pleased to present a true gentleman of the game and a master of the most accessible fisheries that we have in Australia.. Mr James caves. James, or Jimmy is not only a connoisseur of fine Rums but one of the most pragmatic fly fishos I know. His observational skills that have translated to his tying, his gear selection and fishing are worth paying attention to. On this...

look.. every now and then we like to just have a chat.. and especially on this episode Voltzy makes the long awaited return. Even as I write this, I really cant remember what we even spoke about or who we might have offended. It definitely about flyfishing I am pretty sure. This is just an easy listening show folks ... I goo one to tie flies too or make that long drive.  The show is proudly sponso...