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The Fly Culture Podcast

Pete Tyjas
Fly Fishing
Fishing
Fly Tying
Grayling
Salmon Fishing
Casting Techniques
Conservation
Fishing Techniques
Trout Fishing
Salmon
Guiding
Nature
Mental Health
Trout
Social Media
Environmental Conservation
Fly Culture Magazine
River Test
Fishing Culture
Dry Fly Fishing

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

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Episode 334 - Catching up with an old friend.

I first met Duncan Wilcox 12 or so years ago. He hired me as a guide but we got on so well that we ended up fishing a lot together.

At the time, he was based in Devon but moved to Spai... more

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Episode 333 - Amwell Magna and the River Lea

What only feels like yesterday but was a number of years ago now, I was a member of Amwell Magna Fishing Club based on the River Lea in Hertfordshire.

I made the long drive and was luck... more

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Episode 332 - A Day in the Life

In this episode I take you with me for the day in my new role at Trout & Salmon.

You'll join us on a rod test on the river with Rod Hardy and guest for the review, Roger Fagan.

Without giving too m... more

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Episode 331 - Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing

I catch up with Steve to talk about his fishing time line right up to the present.

I learn about when he first picked up a fly rod and the impact it had on his life.

Stev... more

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Recent Guests

Feargal Sharkey
President of the Amwell Magna club, long-time river advocate
Amwell Magna Club
Episode: A Revisit to Amwell Magna to Fish the River Lea
Chris Galvin
Michelin-style chef and hospitality professional
Fortnum & Mason (and related ventures)
Episode: A Revisit to Amwell Magna to Fish the River Lea
Roger Fagan
President of the Wilton Fishing Club
Wilton Fishing Club
Episode: A Day in the Life
Steve Bircumshaw
Fly fisher based around Bakewell, guides and ties flies
Chatsworth Angling Club, Peacock Fly Fishing Club, Mallon and Green Bakewell (hub)
Episode: Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing
Malcolm Bond
Guest fisherman and supporter of the Wild Trout Trust
Wild Trout Trust
Episode: Being A Guide for the Day
Will Shaw
Fly fishing instructor and caster
Episode: Will Shaw & Mark Surtees on Fishing, Fly Casting and Instruction Part 2
Mark Surtees
Fly fishing instructor and caster
Episode: Will Shaw & Mark Surtees on Fishing, Fly Casting and Instruction Part 2
Lance Nicholson
Owner, angling shop in Dolverton
Lance Nicholson's tackle shop
Episode: River Exe Fishing Day
Dan O'Neill
Ghillie and guide in Ireland; fisheries manager at Mount Juliet State
Mount Juliet Estate, Ireland
Episode: Dan O'Neill - Fishing, Guiding and Life

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Pete Tyjas
Host of Fly Culture Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 238 ratings
  • The best podcast !

    Every week Pete comes up with another excellent podcast . One of the highlights of my week . Up in the summer house with a bottle of beer listening to the Fly Culture podcast . Nearly as good as fishing !

    Pete is now working his magic at Trout & Salmon RC magazine 🎣

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chuggy 🎣
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great interviews

    Have been really enjoying Pete’s podcast and the fantastic and diverse guests he has to interview. Keep sharing the passion. Nick, Sydney Australia .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick Careless
    Australia7 months ago
  • Perfect

    All I can say is that my soul smiles a little every time I see a new episode land. The podcast that got me back into fishing after so many decades out of the sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fond Of Rain
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great lessons from Uk!

    The best podcast around! Love the mix of live interviews and working the stream. I travel over from states to UK to fish chalkstreams and learn so many various techniques from Pete and guess! Thanks, Pete! Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Dry Fly Duke
    United Statesa year ago
  • The next best thing to being by a stream

    This is such an enjoyable and interesting podcast. Pete has such a gentle manner and really brings out the best in his guests. Tony King was one of my first guides and hearing his voice again did bring a tear to my eye.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Highgate Soph
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Episodes are long-form, engaging, and consistently informative for anglers and industry pros.
Guests are diverse and well-chosen, with high-quality technical and storytelling balance.
The show is seen as a go-to for gear talk, local scene insights, and conservation perspectives.
Listeners praise the host's natural interviewing style and depth of guest coverage.
Community-focused atmosphere and camaraderie are frequently highlighted by listeners.

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Apple Podcasts
#215
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#243
New Zealand/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#247
Ireland/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing
Q: What are your thoughts on fly-tying and pattern development?
He explains tying only flies he uses, tweaking established patterns, and occasionally naming his own patterns (e.g., Devonshire), with a focus on practicality and performance.
Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing
Q: How did you transition from music to fishing professionally?
Steve details leaving the band, focusing on fishing and his wife enabling him to work in a shop, which evolved into guiding and fly-tying, making fishing his career and passion.
Steve Bircumshaw - A Passion for Fly Fishing
Q: Where are you based and what does that mean for your fishing?
Steve describes Enza near Chatsworth and how being close to multiple rivers and clubs allows rapid access to varied fishing, guiding opportunities, and a strong local angling culture.
River Walks and Streamer Talk on the River Taw
Q: How should someone set up for early season streamer fishing?
Start with a nine foot six weight rod, an intermediate line, and a short stout leader around 15 pounds.
River Walks and Streamer Talk on the River Taw
Q: What do you think about how fishing is looking to you right now?
I think it's a really exciting time for fishing in the UK, with a good number of younger fishers coming up and engaging through social media.

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What is The Fly Culture Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on fly fishing culture, technique, and community through long-form conversations with anglers, guides, lodge operators, and industry insiders. Episodes mix practical how-to content, field reports, and personal stories from chalk streams to Patagonia, highlighting gear discussions, conservation themes, and the social fabric surrounding the sport. A standout trait is the host's relaxed, curious style that makes complex topics approachable, while frequently spotlighting shops, lodges, and regional fishing cultures to paint a holistic picture of the fly fishing world. This mix—technical tips, travelogues, and human-interest angles—likely attracts dedicated anglers who value craft, mentorship, and sustainable fishing communities... more

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Recent guests on The Fly Culture Podcast include:

1. Feargal Sharkey
2. Chris Galvin
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4. Steve Bircumshaw
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6. Will Shaw
7. Mark Surtees
8. Lance Nicholson

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