The Koi Perspective Podcast

This podcast I am delighted to be joined by William and Paul again, as we preview an upcoming trip to Japan to view our azukari and visit the southern breeders in Kyushu, Japan. Make sure to hit the notification bell after subscribing to be notified about the Japan Vlog uploads. For more detailed koi articles, breeder insights, pond advice and expert opinion, sign up to The Koi Perspective, my bi-...

In this podcast, we are delighted to welcome Jasper Kuijper from Evolution Aqua to discuss all things moving beds (MBBR's!) we discuss the main area's people are looking at these systems a little incorrectly, how people could efficiently make some changes aswell as previewing Issue 5 of The Koi Perspective. SIGN UP TO THE NEXT MAGAZINE HERE: https://www.thekoiperspective.com/subscribeFor m...

A few weeks ago, I was on the road visiting Koi Dealers across the UK with Aquatic Science CEO Jean-Lou, this brand has been a staple across the France & Belgium Koi Market and stocked in many high quality koi shops, so I asked the question; Why now? Why should we buy it? What is the concept? Watch now to find out! For more detailed koi articles, breeder insights, pond advice and expert opinio...

In this Podcast, I'm delighted to be joined again by William and Dan from Nutramare Koi Foods, as we preview the All England Koi Show aswell as discuss our 'gaswad' growout from  @New-Forest-Koi  &  @LeTwistedOne  To read about the articles with Jasper from Evolution Aqua in upcoming magazines, subscribe today: https://www.thekoiperspective.com/subscribe📱 Follow us for more koi co...

In this episode, Simon from  @UpNorthKoiPond  joins to discuss his winnings at the Great British Koi Show. We are also joined by regular Paul Mclennan the Great British Koi Show chairman. For more detailed koi articles, breeder insights, pond advice and expert opinion, sign up to The Koi Perspective, my bi-monthly printed koi magazine: https://www.thekoiperspective.com/subscribe📱 Follow us for mo...

Source water could be quietly wrecking koi ponds, and this conversation with Joe and Dave Bradley from  @dkoi-tv  into the kind of real-world problem most keepers would rather ignore until it’s too late. If your fish look “off” for no obvious reason, especially bigger koi, this episode will hit home. Dave opens up about a brutal season where even an RO setup, advanced filtration, water testing, ve...

What does a professional pond builder really look for when designing a Koi pond and choosing its filtration? In this episode, Joe speaks with Tom Ward, founder of TMW Pond Building Services, about his journey from building his first pond at just 12 years old to studying fisheries management and aquaculture and eventually building ponds professionally. Tom shares his experience with modern recircul...

From a small indoor pond to a growing collection of outdoor mud ponds, Darryl’s koi journey is a perfect example of how quickly this hobby can take over. In this episode of The Koi Perspective Podcast, Joe, Darryl and William discuss the realities of learning to manage mud ponds, including extreme heat, evaporation, water management and the inevitable mistakes that come with trying something new....

The Koi Perspective Podcast welcomes Eiji Konishi from Maruchiku Koi Farm to discuss all things Kohaku Breeding, with Rick from New Forest. Podcast Idiots Mug (LIMITED 30PCS!): https://www.thekoiperspective.com/store/p/podcast-idiots-mug-1For more detailed koi articles, breeder insights, pond advice and expert opinion, sign up to The Koi Perspective, my bi-monthly printed koi magazine: https://www...

Producing hundreds of thousands of koi fry is only the beginning. The real test is discovering how many have the body, skin, pattern and overall quality needed to survive the selection process. In this episode, we take a detailed look at koi breeding, early fry development and the factors that can determine whether a spawning is genuinely successful. We discuss how breeders reduce enormous numbers...

In this episode, Joe, William and Paul discuss a serious incident involving a clay-based pond product that was followed by koi losing their slime coat, developing irritated skin and showing apparent damage around the gills and face. This is not intended as a diagnosis or a substitute for professional aquatic veterinary advice. The discussion reflects the experiences and opinions shared in the epis...

Huge thanks to Tony Pitham for organising our biggest podcast yet, featuring Kotaro Sakai & Yusuke Ogata previewing their trip to england to visit the national koi show, we probe them on some questions about upcoming spawnings, aswell as how to feed koi & maybe some top secrets about koi food & new varieties.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.com📱 Follow us for...

In this episode we tackle one of the most debated topics in koi keeping: colour enhancing food. Does feeding for colour actually work, or is it marketing hype? We cover when to feed colour food, the risks of overdoing it (yellowing shiroji, anyone?), how water temperature and timing factor in, and what the dealers and breeders actually do versus what they tell hobbyists. Use the Link to sign up to...

What should you actually be feeding your koi — and when? Joe and William are joined by Daniel Adams to break down his new colour food, walk through his feeding regime, and take a deep dive into new pond syndrome. If you've ever struggled with a new build or wondered whether your fish are getting the best from their diet, this episode is for you.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: htt...

In this episode, Joe and William sit down with Donald Kerr — a multiple award winner at Japan's most prestigious koi shows — to get inside the mind of someone who's competed at the very highest level. From what the judges are really looking for, to the moments that define a champion fish, this is a masterclass in koi excellence.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.com...

🇧🇪 This week on The Koi Perspective Podcast, William and I travelled to Belgium to visit one of Europe’s most respected koi dealerships. Before we start, a quick apology for my voice throughout this episode. I was battling a throat infection during the trip, so if I sound a little croaky at times, that’s why! Thankfully, it didn’t stop us from exploring some fantastic facilities and talking plenty...

We went deep into koi Facebook groups so you don't have to — and things got heated. From dealer certificates to kanoko koi, sturgeon in ponds, and tamasaba debates, the community has OPINIONS and we're not holding back ours either.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.comUse the Link to sign up to the next magazine: https://www.thekoiperspective.com/subscribe📱 Follow...

Most koi keepers underestimate the impact of water flow and filtration design—until a simple tweak makes all the difference. In this episode, Joe, William, and Paul dive into the tiny details that can transform your koi ponds, from Bakki Showers to biofilter media choices. Discover how adjusting water turnover rates or experimenting with DIY setups could be the secret to faster growth, better heal...

Welcome back to the Koi Perspective Podcast, this is a much shorter episode due to losing my voice from a throat infection during my trip to europe, so please excuse my croaky voice. We take you round our favourite Koi & interview UNI Koi who stock the EZ Ponds.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.comUse the Link to sign up to the next magazine: https://www.thekoiperspect...

In this episode, Rick from  @New-Forest-Koi  breaks down how the progress from the Crimson Thunder project is going — from bloodline selection and fry development to the genetics behind patterns on Kohaku. We get into:• How to spot quality early in fry• The truth about culling and growth rates• Bloodline behaviour (Sanke, Kohaku & more)• Can UK breeders really match Japan? If you're seriou...

In this podcast I'm joined by William and Paul to discuss our dream fantasy koi pond setups, we delve into why we want them in certain ways and discuss some filtration topics, which Im sure will cause a stir!💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.comUse the Link: https://www.thekoiperspective.com/subscribe📱 Follow us for more koi content:Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

Heating your koi pond without burning through your wallet? In this episode of The Koi Perspective Podcast, Joe sits down with Andi from BuildaHottub.com to break down the real-world performance of air source heat pumps. We get into what actually matters… not just the sales pitch. From understanding COP and energy savings to choosing the right unit for your pond, this is a practical deep dive for k...

Tap water is something every koi keeper relies on, yet very few of us ever stop to question what’s actually coming out of it. In this episode, I sit down with Martin Clarke from Clark’s Koi to talk about the realities of koi keeping today. We cover everything from building ponds and running a koi dealership.💡 This episode is proudly sponsored by OASE: https://oase.comUse the Link: https://www.the...

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In this episode, I sit down and open up a conversation that’s been quietly circling the koi world for a while now. We’re seeing more and more “new” varieties appearing on the scene. Different crosses. Different finishes. Different names. Some of them are exciting. Some of them are eye catching. But the real question is this…Are these fish being carefully developed with a long term vision and a cle...