The Lure Fishing Podcast

In this episode if the Lure Fishing Podvast i chat with David Lyons from Tackling Minds. Tackling minds was formed in February 2020 David Lyons was inspired to start Tackling Minds, as he had suffered from past mental health problems, and fishing played a vital role in him managing his illness. He claims that if it wasn’t for fishing, he doesn’t think he’d be here to tell his story. David now want...

In Episode 27 of the Lure Fishing Podcast I catch up with passionate bass angler Matt Cumbers. In 2017 Matt decided that he wanted to try design and produce his own lures. It was then Drift was born and fast forward to 2024 Drift Lures are with over 100 tackle suppliers in the UK and Ireland. Matt is passionate about his lure fishing and he gives a great insight into what it takes to get from conc...

In this episode I chat with Danny Parkins. Danny has worked in the fishing industry since his teens Working with high end lure brands such as Shimano, Costa, Megabass, IMA, Lucky craft, Sakura, Savage gear, Zman. He was also team coordinator and social media manager for Costa Glasses Uk. Danny is also passionate about Fly fishing working with brands like Vision and Guideline along with other vario...

In this episode I talk with angling legend Mike Ladle. Mike is one of the most knowledgeable anglers out there, with a Phd in Marine biology he has has contributed to hundreds of articles papers and books on the subject of marine life and angling. His widely read angling page has over 1600 pages related to all this angling. A real treasure trove of information which can be found at www.mikeladle.c...

In this episode I chat with UK angler Andy Philips, fresh from his epic Portugal bass fishing trip where he did the unimaginable and landed an epic 18lb bass while lure fishing. Andy recounts the moment cast by cast and the events leading up to it in this fantastic captivating episode.

In this fantastic episode I chat with experienced striped bass fisherman John Glynn. John originally from Galway in Ireland has been living and fishing in New York for decades. John gives a fascinating insight into fishing in the Urban New York Metro waterways including catching bass in waters at the end of the runway of JFK airport. There is not only bass to be caught here but Bluefish, False alb...

What a way to kick of the first episode of 2024 with the one and only Matt Hayes. Matt is known worldwide for his angling exploits and his knowledge of angling is second to none. Currently based in his salmon fishing lodge on the Gaula river in Norway Matt takes time out to chat about all thing angling, including catching his epic 50lb Salmon. From his Salmon fishing in Norway to his pioneering of...

In this episode of the lure fishing podcast, I am delighted to be joined by well-known Brainhacker, Mentalist, TV personality, accomplished, and passionate Angler Keith Barry. Keith tells us what angling means to him. He shares some of his fishing adventures from bass fishing to salmon fishing and cod fishing, and we chat about how fishing can really help our mental health. I really enjoyed this o...

In this episode, I chat with renowned Wexford Bass angler Pat Gahan. Pat is a hugely experienced angler and has been boat fishing for bass on the Wexford coast for many years now. In this conversation, Pat shares lots of advice and information in relation to lure fishing from the boat. If lure fishing for bass from the boat is something you are thinking of getting into or maybe you are doing it al...

Sam Daniel is a Bass Angler based in Jersey who runs an excellent YouTube channel called beneath the waves fishing. In this podcast he gives a great insight into his approach to bass fishing, including tactics, watercraft and lure selection. Sam's approach to bass fishing and the delivery of his information makes his youtbe channel one of the best out there. He also tells us about his amazing...

In this episode Henry Gilbey chats to me openly about his recent heart attack, the warning signs, and thankfully his successful road to recovery. And of course we also chat about all things Bass fishing, this episode is packed with information and advice on all thing lure fishing. I enjoyed this one so much I over cooked the chicken, have a listen and hopefully you enjoy it as much as me.

In this episode I chat with David Solling Johnsen expert sea trout angler on the Westin pro team based in Denmark. His fishing is focused mainly in the southern part of Seeland, Denmark and the Islands, where he primarily targets seatrout on lures. David's knowledge of seatrout habits and behavior has been built up over years of studying one of the most difficult fish to target in saltwater. T...

In this episode I chat with top LRF (Light Rock Fishing) angler Drew McMinn who is based in Belfast. LRF -light rock fishing is where anglers target mini species on ultra light gear. It is a fantastic way to get into lure fishing or hone your lure fishing skills even more. Drew is the man if you want to know anything about LRF. In this podcast he gives lots of advice for anyone thinking of taking...

In episode 15 of the lure fishing podcast, I have a wonderful chat with renowned artist David Miller. Artist, Angler, Author, Diver, David has spent a lifetime studying marine and river life in the natural environment and his passion for nature is infectious. David's first book was published in 2008 (Beneath the Surface) and he has featured in many magazine articles, both nationally and internatio...

In episode 14 of the lure fishing podcast, I speak with Karim Rhalid, a fishing guide based in Morroco. Karim hosts guided fishing trips to Dakla in Morocco where you can fish for Leerfish to 50lb as well as Pompano, spotted bass, bluefish, and many other species. Karim gives a great insight into what to expect on this trip and gives advice in relation to tackle and techniques. Also, an accomplish...

In the episode of the lure fishing podcast I chat with top striped bass angler Brandon Sausele. Brandon is based in Long Island new York with Montauk the mecca of striped bass fishing as his back yard. Enjoying a great season so far Brandon has had some whopping bass up to 50lb and he gives some really interesting insights into his approach to striped bas fishing. So if you are dreaming of a trip...

In this episode of the lure fishing podcast I chat with top angler James Barry, James is based in Waterford and has been lure and fly fishing for bass on the copper coast for many years. Starting out of the rivers he has honed his fly fishing skills which lead him to pursuing bass and salmon on the fly. James talks about the comparisons between fly fishing and lure fishing for bass and gives some...

Wrasse on Lures - In episode of the lure fishing podcast I talk to wrasse lure fishing expert Damion Fryer. Damion targets wrasse on the lures and really has fine tuned his skills over the years fishing the rocky coastline around Cornwall. In the Podcast he talks about his success using lures like the Pirate Lures Wrasser , Senkos, Ceature baits and gives great information on how best to present t...

In this episode of the lure fishing podcast I speak with Marcus Hazeldine , a bass fishing guide at Seeker Sportfishing based in Chichester Harbour in Southern England. Marcus has massive experience guiding in and around the large expanse of Chicester harbour estuary system where he has honed his bass fishing skills in particularly top water fishing. Marcus is such a genuine helpful guy, his passi...

In this episode of the lure fishing podcast I chat with David Norman of Angling Adventures West Cork. David is based in Clonakilty West Cork and provides guided Saltwater fishing with lure and fly, from the shore or kayak as well as coaching and workshops. David is a very accomplished angler who is extremely knowledgeable about angling he has fished all around the coast of Ireland and has made man...

Episode 8 -Adventure Fishing - In this episode of the Lure Fishing podcast I chat with one of Irelands top adventure anglers Neil Driver. Neil is one of the most humble yet experienced adventure anglers out there today. He has been on numerous trips to places like the Florida Keys fishing for big fish such as Tarpon and many others. He has vast experience and knowledge regarding Bluefin Tuna Fishi...

In episode 7 of the Lure Fishing Podcast I have a fantastic chat with top bass guide Marc Cowling. Marc is based in South Devon in the UK and is one of the most consistent bass anglers out there today. He has just published his third book Bass Lure Fishing, a guides perspective Volume 2 which is packed with more knowledge tactics information and takes on a more scientific approached to catching ba...

In this episode of the Lure Fishing Podcast I talk with expert bass guide John Quinlan. John is based in Kerry in Ireland and has been guiding for over 25 years and has a true wealth of knowledge not only about bass fishing but also trout and salmon fishing. In this episode he gives some great insights into his approach to bass fishing and passes on some excellent advice. This is a really good con...

In this episode of the Lure Fishing Podcast I have a really interesting chat with Grant Woodgate. Grant is well known for his big bass fishing in Portugal. He gives some fascinating insights into how he goes about targeting big bass, explaining his techniques and tactics. Grant is also the owner and developer of his own lure and rod range ''Samson Lures'' and he tell us how he developed his lures...

In this episode I have a really interesting chat with Guersney based angler Cal Gleeson. Call is well known for his Youtube channel 'Fishing with Cal'. Cal is an excellent angler full of knowledge which he is always very willing to share. We chat all things bass fishing from rods to lures to ideal conditions.  Cal  is a big fan of the Samson Lures and has had some great success on them l...