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The Fishing Podcast

BackChat Studios
Barramundi
Molosi Lures
Yellowfin Tuna
Black Marlin
Lure Making
Garmin
Longlining
New Zealand
Cairns
Cape Verde
Lure Fishing
Collingwood Football Club
AFTA Trade Show
Bluefin Tuna
Coffs Harbour
The Block
Masterchef Australia
Shimano
Kona
Livescope

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 se... more

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Another Kiwi. Something's in the water over there, because they just keep producing great fishos.

This week Matt and the boys dive into how Shimano tries to break a rod before it's allowed a paint job, what 24 tonne vs 40 tonne carbon means for your... more

Tony Walker, aka TK Off-shore, has 45 years on the longline and zero interest in keeping it to himself.

The legend himself breaks down night jigging, squid bait, moon phase and dummy drifts, and tells the story of three days inside a cyclone.

You d... more

Declan went from tradie to MasterChef contestant to seafood merchant and he's got the stories to match!

This week he unpacks his 2021 MasterChef run (working alongside Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver), his family seafood business Oceana Traders, and ... more

East Coast trailer boat legend Mike Benicci sits down with the boys. Spearfishing roots, Coral Sea dogtooth, marlin lessons learned the hard way, cracking stickbait yellowfin, kingfish gear, and the six-day trailer boat missions chasing dogtooth up n... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Shearer
Rod Guy, development for Shimano NZ; former Shimano NZ employee
Shimano
Episode: Ep: 22 Shimano, Kings and the Rod That Refused to Break With Matt Shearer
Tony Walker
TK Offshore founder and offshore longlining expert
TK Offshore
Episode: Ep: 21 Night Jigging, A Horse Sized Swordie and Cyclones With T.K Off-shore
Declan Cleary
Former MasterChef Australia contestant, fisher and chef
Independent/Brand Ambitions in seafood
Episode: Ep: 20 From a Job Site to a MasterChef Callback: Declan Cleary
Mike Bonnicci
Legendary trailer-boat fisherman, marlin and tuna expert
Independent angler
Episode: Ep: 19 Trailer Boat Tuna, Marlin & the North Australia Missions with Mike Bonnicci
Ben Simmons
Australian basketball star (Boomers) who joined for a squid fishing outing
NBA / Professional basketball
Episode: Ep 18: NBA Stars, Squid Ink Chaos & Shimano's Big Sweep
Jock Landale
Australian basketball player part of the Boomers squad
NBA / Professional basketball
Episode: Ep 18: NBA Stars, Squid Ink Chaos & Shimano's Big Sweep
Len (Lenny) Garmin
Special guest from Garmin, boating/shore-to-coast electronics expert
Garmin
Episode: Ep 16: Modern Sonar Is Changing Fishing
Kyle Demmrich
Contestant on The Block; builder, fisherman, and entrepreneur
The Block / Kyle Demmrich ventures
Episode: Ep 15: The Block, Big Boats & Bigger Fish with Kyal Demmrich
Sam Gilchrist
Angler based in Coffs Harbour, known for topwater fishing and big pelagic targets
Self-employed angler / fisherman
Episode: Ep 14: The Mindset Behind Catching Monsters with Sam Gilchrist

Hosts

Lee Rayner
Host with long-running involvement in the show's fishing community.
Joel Ryan
Co-host bringing questions, technical knowledge, and industry connections.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Great podcast!!

    Interesting content. Keep it coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rogybear
    Australia5 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Love it guys. Look forward to following on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Finchy Melbourne
    Australia5 months ago
  • Keep it coming!

    Super interesting. Keep it up boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fgjess
    Australia6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Great insights for gear junkies and anglers alike.
Entertaining and informative; keeps me coming back for more.
Strong guest variety and practical tips.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#33
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#2
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#25
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#2
New Zealand/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#25
New Zealand/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#168
United Arab Emirates/Leisure/Hobbies

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep: 20 From a Job Site to a MasterChef Callback: Declan Cleary
Q: What was the last really good fish that you lost?
Declan describes a king mackerel that took his cuttlefish lure, was on for several minutes, and broke due to a knot issue, which haunted him as a memorable miss and a learning moment about gear and rigging.
Ep: 19 Trailer Boat Tuna, Marlin & the North Australia Missions with Mike Bonnicci
Q: What was the defining moment when you knew you'd 'cracked' topwater yellowfin?
Seeing the bite on topwater after we started to actively chase them instead of just trolling over schools; once we stopped trailing and began casting, the bite rate jumped from a couple per day to more than ten in a session, and the confidence built from there.
Ep 16: Modern Sonar Is Changing Fishing
Q: What was Len's last really good fish that he lost, the one that keeps him up at night?
Len recalls a blue marlin hooked from a remote location during a windy day where waves overwhelmed the boat; they chased it aggressively but ultimately lost it, and the size and significance of the fish linger in memory as a tournament-style heartbreak, a reminder of how unpredictable giant offshore game fish can be.
Ep 11: The Story Behind Malosi Lures
Q: What is the worst fish you've ever lost or the best you ever lost?
The guests recount the first Molosi catch by Niko on their prototype and a later huge GT that almost made it to the boat but slipped away, emphasizing the emotional impact of the
Ep 08: Footy & Fishing with Harry Perryman
Q: Which city offers better fishing—Melbourne or Sydney?
He notes that he's caught more fish in Victoria so far, but Sydney offers a wider variety of species and a scenic setting.

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The show centers on fishing culture, tactics, gear, and real-world adventures, often weaving in high-tech gear, boats, and lure development with personal stories from a wide range of guests. Episodes frequently feature anglers, manufacturers, and athletes who blend competitive drive with family life and travel, delivering practical tips on tackle, lures, boats, and on-water strategies while sharing vivid fishing narratives from across Australia and beyond. Notable throughlines include Garmin electronics and live-scanning technology, lure design and business insights, and a strong sense of community among anglers that keeps listeners informed, inspired, and entertained. This mix of technical depth, accessible storytelling, and guest variety ... more

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1. Matt Shearer
2. Tony Walker
3. Declan Cleary
4. Mike Bonnicci
5. Ben Simmons
6. Jock Landale
7. Len (Lenny) Garmin
8. Kyle Demmrich

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