The Fly Culture Podcast

Pete Tyjas
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The Fly Culture Podcast

Pete Tyjas from Fly Culture Magazine sits down with people whose lives either revolve around or are shaped by fly fishing.

  1. 18 HR. AGO

    Aaron Day Talking Used Fishing Tackle

    Send us a textEpisode 258 - Aaron Day from Vintage Fishing TackleIn this episode, I talk with Aaron Day from Vintage Fishing Tackle about his journey from training to be a butcher to a business owner in the fishing tackle industry along with everything in between. We discuss Aaron's fly fishing career from fishing a stream in Kent to reservoir fishing near his home in Northampton.I learn about his business ethos, the huge range of rods he sells and the resurgence of bamboo too.He has bou...

    1h 7m

  2. NOV 13

    Fishing, My Dog and a Few Grayling

    Send us a textI felt the need to spend some time standing in a river. I'm joined by my dog and look at what it means to have him along, the compromises you might have to make but how you can easily make it work.I talk about the set-up I use, how I make it work and how I might adapt it as the day progresses.It doesn't have to be complicated and I put everything to the test using some experience, water craft, gut instinct and a little bit of luck too.I also talk about my worries and concer...

    35 min

  3. NOV 6

    James Harrold on Working in Fishing

    Send us a textI welcome James Harrold along to this episode where he shares his experiences of owning and running a trout fishery, the challenges faced, and the entrepreneurial spirit required to adapt and thrive in the fishing industry. He tells me about the transition from moving away from trout to coarse fishing, the emotional impact of closing the trout fishery and why he had to do it.His fishery recently appeared on the Mortimer and Whitehouse TV show and I learn what goes into maki...

    1h 5m

  4. OCT 30

    Ben Beckwith - Looking into the Future of Fly Fishing

    Send us a textI met Ben on a river recently. I was taken by his great skill as I watched him work his way along the water.I asked him along to the podcast to find out a little more about his fishing career and to pick up some tips too.We ended up discussing a lot of topics that are both thought provoking and interesting.Ben talks with great depth and clarity and I'm pleased we have someone like him in our community. It is a better place as a result of it.Free to download and advert free.

    1h 4m

  5. OCT 23

    Charles Innis - One River

    Send us a textI make the drive over to visit Charles Innis at the Half Moon Inn, Sheepwash in Devon.We talk about his relationship with the inn that goes back to the 1950s when his family took it on as a fishing hotel.He tells me about his love for the Torridge, looking after guests and running the inn with his brother.Charles is honest about the good and the not so good times and how a newspaper article made a huge difference to the business.Now in his 80s he is still deeply involved with th...

    1 hr

  6. OCT 16

    Wayne McGee - The Wilderness of Alaska

    Send us a textIn this episode, I speak with Wayne McGee, a fishing guide and lodge owner in Alaska. Wayne shares his journey from a childhood passion for fishing to operating a fishing lodge in the pristine wilderness of Alaska. He discusses the various species of fish available and the challenges of running a remote lodge. Wayne also reflects on the importance of family in the business and the joy of introducing guests to the beauty of Alaska's fishing environment.

    1 hr

  7. OCT 9

    Fishing a Competition

    Send us a textI made a promise to myself never to fish competitively after trying it over 25 years ago.This changed when I entered a friendly competition run by my friends Jethro and Rodney from Fluffchuckers.The event was run at Chew Valley Lake and the idea was to try and catch as many species as possible.I'm joined by author and Fly Culture contributor, Ben Jailler, who was captain of the good ship Fly Culture and knows the lake a bit.Join Ben and me in the boat as we talk, fish and have s...

    47 min

  8. OCT 2

    Trevor Hayman on Fishing, Guiding and Life

    Send us a textIn this episode of the podcast, I welcome Trevor Hayman, a seasoned fly fishing guide, to discuss various aspects of fly fishing, particularly on Chalk Streams. We explore the challenges of the current fishing season, the intricacies of hatch patterns, and Trevor's guiding philosophy. The conversation delves into the psychology of guiding and the journey to becoming a guide, and the importance of skill development. We also touch on tackle preferences, the signific...

    1h 8m
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Pete Tyjas from Fly Culture Magazine sits down with people whose lives either revolve around or are shaped by fly fishing.

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  • Creator
    Pete Tyjas
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    260
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Fly Culture Podcast
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