The Fly Culture Podcast

Nov 20 2024 260 ep. 67 mins 81
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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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Aaron Day Talking Used Fishing Tackle

Nov 20 2024 67 mins  
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

Fishing, My Dog and a Few Grayling

Nov 13 2024 35 mins  
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 som

James Harrold on Working in Fishing

Nov 06 2024 64 mins  
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 t

Ben Beckwith - Looking into the Future of Fly Fishing

Oct 30 2024 63 mins  
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

Charles Innis - One River

Oct 23 2024 60 mins  
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

Wayne McGee - The Wilderness of Alaska

Oct 16 2024 60 mins  
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 bus

Fishing a Competition

Oct 09 2024 46 mins  
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 capt

Trevor Hayman on Fishing, Guiding and Life

Oct 02 2024 68 mins  
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

Richard Miller on Dorset Chalkstreams, The Rivers of Devon and Fishing Hotels

Sep 25 2024 73 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode of the Fly Culture podcast, Pete engages in a captivating conversation with Richard Miller, exploring his extensive fishing experiences, the evolution of fishing hotels, and the current state of river hatches. Richard shares his journey from fishing small streams in Dorset to targeting sea trout and salmon, highlighting memorable moments at the Half Mo

Barry Ord Clarke on Fly Tying, Fishing Culture and His New Book

Sep 18 2024 64 mins  
Send us a textIn this episode, I speak with Barry Ord Clarke about his journey in fly fishing and tying, the balance between passion and profession, and the evolution of fly fishing culture. We discuss Barry's new book, 'The Featherbender's Advanced Fly Tying Techniques', which combines print and digital resources to enhance the learning experience for fly tiers. Our conversation a