The Fishing Podcast

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There's always another cast to make and another story to tell. The Fishing Podcast is where Lee Rayner and Joel Ryan talk everything fishing from the tactics and tackle to the unforgettable moments that keep us coming back to the water. Each week they're joined by passionate anglers from across the world, sharing their knowledge, their favourite species, and the catches of a lifetime. Pull up a seat on the bank and join the conversation.

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Ep 18: NBA Stars, Squid Ink Chaos & Shimano's Big Sweep

This week Joel and Lee swap stories from two very different weeks on the water. Joel took the entire Australian Boomers basketball team - including Ben Simmons, Josh Giddey and Jock Landale - out chasing squid ahead of their World Cup and Olympic campaigns. Meanwhile, fresh off the tackle trade show in Brisbane, Lee breaks down the standout new gear for the season including Shimano's award-sweeping year and a new breed of soft plastics. There's also a jaw-dropping side-scan sonar catch of a 150cm giant jewfish cruising just meters from the boat and the boys reflect on fishing in today's culture and the next generation of young anglers. Chapters: 00:00:13 Intro - Trade show vs. fishing recap 00:00:39 The Boomers basketball team squid trip 00:06:04 Ben Simmons' offshore fishing world championship team 00:09:50 Brisbane trade show recap begins 00:11:21 Shimano's 7 awards + Calcutta Conquest DC reel 00:24:39 The Dunphy Award story 00:26:16 Kids/grom fishing boom 00:28:53 Eden Craft boat business update 00:34:13 The guy who eats soft plastics 00:36:33 Scent tips + the 150cm giant jewfish on side-scan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 24

Ep 17: Fishing, Family & Life on the Water with Riley Page

From plumber to fishing captain, Riley Page has built a life around the water and at just 26 he's already living the dream. In this episode of The Fishing Podcast, Riley talks about leaving his trade behind to pursue a career on the water, how he got his start in the fishing world, and what it's really like working as a captain and crewman. We dive into chasing yellowfin tuna and kingfish, the thrill of hooking a massive blue marlin, and the lessons that come from losing big fish. Riley also shares stories from his family's six-month adventure through Western Australia, where the kids got stuck into everything from queenfish and trevally to Spanish mackerel. Plus, we talk boats, fishing preparation, life on the Central Coast and what's next for Riley on the water. Chapters 00:00 — Meet Riley Paige: Living the Dream Job on the Reef 02:21 — From Plumber to Captain: Riley's Path Into Game Fishing 03:33 — The Day It All Started: "Best Day of My Life" 09:02 — Landing the Viking 60 and the Bad Company Connection 10:17 — Thrown In the Deep End: Crewing for Bad Company on the Reef 22:41 — Why Light Tackle Blue Marlin Is the Ultimate Challenge 24:03 — Winning the Shootout With a 704lb Blue Marlin 32:54 — Back-to-Back Glory: Young Bray's Junior Prize Fish 41:22 — The Omni Sonar Revolution and Fishing Out Wide 51:39 — The One That Got Away: Losing a 1,200lb Giant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17

Ep 16: Modern Sonar Is Changing Fishing

Is fishing technology getting too good? Lenny from Garmin joins the podcast to talk about the rapid evolution of fishing electronics and how tools like the PS70, LiveScope and the latest LVS42 and LVS44 transducers are changing the way anglers find, understand and catch fish. We talk sonar, live-scoping, finding bait, targeting tuna, learning how fish react to lures, and where fishing technology could go over the next 5–10 years. Lenny also shares some of his favourite fishing, his move from the NSW South Coast to Victoria, and the one blue marlin that still sticks in his mind. Chapters: 00:00 – Lenny survives the Sydney Boat Show 03:39 – What exactly is the PS70? 05:26 – How 120° sonar is changing fishing 06:40 – Using sonar to turn on tuna 07:57 – Finding bait before you start fishing 08:23 – LiveScope 42 vs 44 11:27 – What will fishing electronics look like in 10 years? 14:55 – Lenny’s first swordfish 18:14 – The future of fishing technology 29:57 – How LiveScope changed the way we fish 33:41 – The Blue Marlin that got away Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10

Ep 15: The Block, Big Boats & Bigger Fish with Kyal Demmrich

The Block, big tuna, blue marlin, kingfish and a six-month family adventure across Western Australia. Kyal Demmrich from The Block joins us to talk about life after reality TV, building and renovating on the Central Coast, and why fishing has become such a huge part of his world. From chasing 60kg yellowfin tuna on Pro Fidgies to losing a giant blue marlin, Kyal gets into the reality of offshore fishing — what works, what doesn't, and the lessons that come when everything seems dialled in. We also talk boats, jigging for kingfish, chasing snapper on plastics, family fishing adventures and how Kyal and Kara built a renovation and content business after The Block. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:00 Life after The Block 11:00 Getting into offshore fishing 16:00 The blue marlin 22:00 Chasing big tuna 29:00 Kingfish and jigging 36:00 Boats and fishing with the family 42:00 Six months in Western Australia 52:00 The fish that got away Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 3

Ep 14: The Mindset Behind Catching Monsters with Sam Gilchrist

Sam Gilchrist has built a reputation as one of Australia's most passionate trophy fish hunters. From the legendary waters of Coffs Harbour to unforgettable expeditions in Oman and the Seychelles, Sam is always searching for the biggest and toughest fish he can find. In this episode, we dive into his obsession with topwater fishing, creating world-class fishing content, chasing giant yellowfin tuna, and the mindset it takes to consistently target trophy fish. We also chat about family life, travelling the world to fish, and why the pursuit is just as rewarding as the catch. Whether you're into offshore fishing, topwater lures, GTs, tuna, or simply love hearing incredible fishing stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29

Ep 13: Victoria's Bluefin Boom & The Shark Subject

Joel and Lee kick things off with a reel idea, a snapped rod, and the stunning shift in bluefin activity along the Victorian coast — top-water tuna, smarter fish, and why more anglers are ditching the troll for something more dynamic. From there it's straight into Blue Marlin World Cup talk, before Lee's own story drags the conversation into the shark subject that's been blowing up on socials this week — sharks following boats, and Australia's ongoing love-hate relationship with them. No guest needed. Just two blokes, a broken rod, and a lot to talk about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21

Ep 12: Michael Tong's Incredible Story of Resilience

Lee and Joel are joined by Michael Tong, a C4 quadriplegic who refuses to let his disability keep him off the water or out of the field. Michael talks about life after his injury, the adaptive gear that keeps him fishing and hunting, and the mindset that's carried him through it all. A raw, inspiring conversation about grit, adaptation, and chasing what you love no matter the obstacles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12

Ep 11: The Story Behind Malosi Lures

In this episode, we talk with Jon from Molosi Lures about the brand's journey from handmade garage lures to global recognition, and how fishing helped rebuild a bond between brothers. He shares stories from early land-based missions across Australia, the trial-and-error path from the first broom-handle lure to designs that actually worked, and the effort behind every release—from testing to production. We discuss how social media and behind-the-scenes content fueled the brand's growth, the challenge of scaling without losing craftsmanship, and how Molosi's micros and staples opened the brand up to younger anglers, with community feedback and real catches building trust along the way. John also reflects on the pressure of first major drops and the lessons of turning a passion project into a business, and we close with a memorable fish story that captures both a big heartbreak and a big milestone in the brand's history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's always another cast to make and another story to tell. The Fishing Podcast is where Lee Rayner and Joel Ryan talk everything fishing from the tactics and tackle to the unforgettable moments that keep us coming back to the water. Each week they're joined by passionate anglers from across the world, sharing their knowledge, their favourite species, and the catches of a lifetime. Pull up a seat on the bank and join the conversation.

Creator

BackChat Studios
Years Active

2026
Episodes

18
Rating

Explicit
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