The Reel Action Fishing Podcast (with Guesty and the Ferret).

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are joined by OzFish Intern, Tre Carson, as the boys run through what went down on Jono's recent trip out to the Nymboida River. In what was a trip dedicated to helping the river bounce back after the 2019 bushfires, the boys run through the resurgence of the endangered eastern cod, the impact fire has on fish populations and the care th...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to answer a few listener questions. The boys dive into the topic of fishing without technology, and also how to choose a destination when you have too many options. To kick start this weeks episode, however, Guesty explains why he ended up fishing naked while out on Lake Mac trying to catch whiting... All that and...

This week on the podcast, Jono and Guesty kill two birds with one stone: the fishing destination of Lake Macquarie, and how to prep for the upcoming fishing competition that is being held in that waterway.  In continuing with their destination series, the boys look at how to target different species within the Lake, and give their insight into how they would fish it in a competitive scenario. They...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are joined by Australian cricketing legend and fishing fanatic, Mark Taylor. Labelled the best captain Australian cricket has seen, Mark also has had his fair share of success on the water, tallying some nice scores in the bream and barra scene! In this episode, the boys dive into Marks cricketing career, his transition into commentary,...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are joined by David Meehan - Director of Sales at Mercury Marine. The boys spend the episode chatting about all things boat motors, and dive deep into those important topics such as props, trim, upgrading your motor, motor ratings and looking after your engine.  As always, the boys get distracted and discuss what fish they would want to...

We all love Mulloway, but how much do you know about their migratory habits, spawning season, growth rates, current 'depleted' status or their residential nursery grounds? This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are joined by Julian Hughes from the Department of Primary Industries (NSW Fisheries) to chat about all the underlying facts, figures and research that goes into these...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to talk all things tackle! For this edition, the boys chat about the newly released Shimma Shrimp and how it went from an idea in Guesties head to a lure in all tackle stores catching everything from flathead to the mighty Barramundi.   The lads dive deep into the idea behind the lure, the action, the colour range,...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are joined by cricketing legend and fishing fanatic Brett Lee. Despite being known for his work on the cricket pitch, Brett has an underlying passion for fishing that stems back to his childhood. These days, a spare second in his busy schedule will see him out on Sydney Harbour chasing the mighty kingfish - a fish that both Jono and Gues...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to follow up on their fathers day competition! The boys give Duane a call to chat about what he gets up to on his local waterway, and run through a few tips and tricks that might help him on his way. To finish with, the lads chat about correct boating and fishing etiquette, and talk through what grinds their gears...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to talk about chasing the might greenback tailor in the area they call THE BUBBLES! Reflecting on an episode of Reel Action TV from season 3, the lads chat about throwing stickbaits far up into the washy zones of rocky headlands and ripping them back to the boat. In what is one of their favourite types of ways to g...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to chat about fishing for Luderick or Blackfish! In what are a highly accessible fish in many of our estuaries and inshore break walls, the boys chat about everything from the bait needed, the tackle to buy, the technique to use and the cool rig that has been developed over the years that is required to catch these...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to chat about the tough fishing that can occur when the seasons change. Where it be because of water temp, wind direction, pressure systems or boat traffic, this period of the year can be hard for some anglers, so the boys break down those little factors that might turn the odds in your favour. To finish the episod...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast we are back looking at famous fishing destinations throughout Australia. With COVID spoiling the fun once again, we thought we would dream big and cover Exmouth, WA - one of the fishiest, most picturesque places on the west coast of Australia. We cover everything from the drive there, the types of species you can catch, the different types of gear you n...

For this episode of the Reel Action Fishing Podcast, we dive into the absolute basics! In particular, we wanted to look at some tips and tricks for getting the younger generation into fishing. We look at everything from basics rigs, easy ways to source bait, convenient locations to fish from and as always, the best way to handle your catch! All that and more on this weeks episode of the Reel Actio...

This week on the podcast we have packed up the podcast gear and hit the water to chat all things fishing while out on the boat. With no real plan for the episode, we thought we would trial an idea by bringing the rods along with us to see where the conservation ends up. Over the session, we dive into a bit of everything; the concept of personal best, Jono's mega 96.5cm flathead, the Olympics and c...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast, Jono and Guesty are back in the studio with Scotty Thorrington to chat all about they next destination: Fraser Island. In what is another lockdown special, the boys go back in time to when travel was aloud, and chat about all things gearing up for a trip to one of Australia's heritage listed islands. Where it be Marlin on fly, Tailor off the beach or G...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast we team up with Scotty Thorrington to chat about one of the most basic forms of fishing there is: BOTTOM BASHING. With years of experience taking people bottom bashing on his Charters Haven Sportfishing, we thought we would pick Scottys brain about some of the more technical aspects of the method. We chat about everything from rigs, baits, how to rig yo...

This week on the podcast we are back in the studio talking to Sammy Hitzke about all things Jigging Kingfish. In what are undoubtedly one of the hardest fighting fish in the ocean, we thought we would break down the technique and tackle needed to jig these critters out of the deep. Where it be tips with boat positioning, selection of jigs, weights of jigs, or the technique to get that jig working...

Guesty once said he could make a whole TV series over things he has seen at the boat ramp.. and he wasn't kidding. This week, for a Lockdown special, we look at all things that need to happen between the garage and the boat ramp! Wheel bearings, brakes, wheels over taking cars, boats sitting high and dry on the ramp, rally car stories - you name it, this episode has it covered. In terms of general...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast, Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to chat all things Estuary Perch! In what are one of the more elusive fish of our esturaies, the boys break down everything from the tackle, technique, terrain and time of day needed to tangle with these spectacular looking fish! As always, the boys get distracted, which sees the lads talk about the 'articulate fi...

This week on the Podcast, Jono and Guesty dive into a type of fishing that Guesty has been doing lots of lately, and that's chasing big inshore snapper after big swell! The boys touch on why these weather patterns turn the fish on, and look at everything from the type of gear needed, the safety precautions to take, the technique in using soft plastics, and as always, some great stories from the pa...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to chat about fishing estuary bait schools in winter! The lads, who have both grown up on Lake Macquarie and spent days on end following bait around the lake, dive into all aspects of this type of fishing. Where it be the lures needed, the time of day, how to use your electronics or the best tackle for the job, the...

This week on the Reel Action Fishing Podcast, Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to chat about chasing the Australian Salmon in winter! These hard-fighting, acrobatic, and beautiful looking fish are often cast in a bad light within the fishing community, but Jono and Guesty think otherwise! The boys discuss how these fish are perfect for learning your trade, testing your knots and understandin...

This week on the Podcast we are joined by a special Guest, Dominic Thornley! Dominic is an Australian former first-class cricketer who has captained NSW and played for both the Mumbai Indians and the Sydney Sixes. Upon retirement, Dom reconnected with his childhood hobby of fishing, which he has soon formed an addiction to. On this episode, the boys sit down and chat about everything from Dom's ca...

This week on Podcast Jono and Guesty are back in the studio to discuss the best way to adjust your fishing when heading to a new location! Inspired by a question from one of our regular listeners, the boys breakdown the things you need to keep in mind when heading to chase new species in an unfamiliar area. Where it be touching base with the locals, making the most of the gear you have, or stockin...