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The Last Salmon

LastCast Media
Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Wild Salmon
Salmon Farming
Aquaculture
Iceland
Fly Fishing
Chalkstream Salmon
Rewilding the World
Bywell, United Kingdom
Salmon Conservation
Environmental Activism
Overfishing
Loop
Wild Places
Conservation
Norway
United Kingdom
HookĂŠ
Project Whitehart

The Last Salmon: a show to inspire hope and solutions for a species in crisis. Hosted by renowned actor, Jim Murray MBE, The Last Salmon, highlights the tragic story that is unfolding for an iconic species and finds inspiration from the people fighting to save the salmon.

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Can saving the wild Atlantic salmon begin at sea?

Hugo Tagholm, former CEO of Surfers Against Sewage and now Executive Director of Oceana UK, joins Jim to explore the growing pressures facing our oceans — and what they mean for the future of wild sa... more

For more than 30 years, Andrew Flitcroft, former Editor of Trout & Salmon, and now Editor of The Take, Loop Tackle's new digital magazine, has watched salmon fishing shift from an era when success was measured by how many fish you caught — and killed... more

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Ross Brawn has spent a lifetime solving some of the world's toughest engineering challenges. As the Formula 1 mastermind behind championship-winning teams at Benetton, Ferrari, Brawn GP and Mercedes, he knows that success isn't built on guesswork—it'... more

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Stand-up comedian, wildlife biologist and fly angler Eeland Stribling explains why making people laugh isn't a distraction from conservation - it's one of its most powerful tools.

Humour, he says, lowers people's defences, opens the door to difficul... more

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Hugo Tagholm
Ex-CEO of Surfers Against Sewage, VP of Oceana UK
Oceana UK
Episode: 'The Salmon’s Fight Starts at Sea' – Hugo Tagholm on Protecting Our Oceans
Andrew Flitcroft
Editor-in-chief of Trout & Salmon magazine (longtime editor)
Trout & Salmon magazine
Episode: One Salmon Is Now a Privilege | Andrew Flitcroft on the Future of Salmon Fishing
Ross Brawn
Formula 1 team principal and technical director, former owner of Brawn GP
F1 teams, Brawn GP
Episode: Can Formula 1 thinking help save the wild salmon?
Eeland Stribling
American comedian who also believes cookie companies are secretly destroying civilization
Freelance comedian
Episode: Eeland Stribling - The Activist Angler Comedian
Nick Underdown
Scotland Director at WildFish
WildFish
Episode: Did the salmon farming industry tell the whole story?
Ailsa McLellan
Individual with direct experience and advocacy related to salmon farming in Scotland
Episode: Did the salmon farming industry tell the whole story?
Ben Hadfield
Managing Director of Mowi Scotland; CEO of Mowi Canada, Faroes and Ireland
Mowi
Episode: We Put Mowi on the Spot
Marina Gibson
Leading voice in modern fly fishing and conservation in the UK
UK
Episode: The Fight for Wild Salmon: Lessons from Around the World
Vala Arnadottir
No-bullshit conservationist and salmon angler from Iceland
Iceland
Episode: The Fight for Wild Salmon: Lessons from Around the World

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Jim Murray
Host of The Last Salmon

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Amazing podcast! Simply MUST LISTEN for everyone, not just anglers

    A truly fantastic podcast that so completely nails the urgent need to rationally daylight the hugely important issue.

    It really should be compulsory listening for absolutely everybody, not just anglers and conservationists.

    Fantastic job chaps - I cannot be more thankful or complimentary!

    I shall be forwarding the link to as many people I can possibly think of, encouraging them profusely to listen, act on what they hear and get others to do the same.

    Thank you so much for doing this.

    To the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olders
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent series!

    All these well-presented episodes are mind-bogglingly fascinating. I have just finished listening to the one about Simen Sætre & Kjetil Østli’s excellent book ‘The New Fish’ & the stats about farmed fish are truly disturbing. I don’t eat farmed fish since discovering the truth about the industry many years ago, but it is well hidden. As Hugh F-W says in another brilliant episode we, the consumer, have so much power. Every single time we buy a packet of ‘Scottish’ salmon (with misleading pictures... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helenatam
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing show to educate non anglers

    Congratulations to you both on a brilliant podcast on educating non anglers… as a non angler & enviromentalist listening to this podcast has really opened my eyes to what is happening around the world to the Atlantic salmon. It has certainly changed my thought process.. I hope this reaches far and wide to help these guys in the fight for what they love and are passionate about.. good luck chaps.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Aggiss
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • More than just a fish….

    This is a great show exploring the issues and challenges facing wild salmon. The presenters are passionate and know their stuff. Really informative opinions and debate from the range of guests so far which range from well known anglers to front line activists. Looking forward to the next episodes and hope there is more to come, diving deep into local case studies, campaigns and solutions to save wild salmon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paddcommuter
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Excellent

    Really enjoyed the first two episodes. You can sense the passion with which the subject of salmon conservation is discussed. Can’t wait for the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gaz Hookes
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality debates; makes complex data accessible for listeners.
Engaging, informative show with strong conservation focus.
Great for non-anglers who care about rivers and oceans.
Passionate storytelling that drives action and awareness.

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'The Salmon’s Fight Starts at Sea' – Hugo Tagholm on Protecting Our Oceans
Q: Last question option: if it's your last day on earth, which wave would you catch and where?
A day in Cornwall with family, surf at Droskin, and a final session on the water followed by a local pint, illustrating how deep personal connections to the sea fuel conservation passion.
'The Salmon’s Fight Starts at Sea' – Hugo Tagholm on Protecting Our Oceans
Q: What would you do for the wild salmon if you had no money at all?
Mobilize people, build coalitions of the willing, energize volunteers, and encourage petitions and MP outreach to push for policy changes and support without relying on large budgets.
'The Salmon’s Fight Starts at Sea' – Hugo Tagholm on Protecting Our Oceans
Q: First question is, if you had a billion pounds, how would you spend it when it comes to the conservation of wild Atlantic salmon?
Invest in restoring great rivers, removing dams, rewilding riparian edges, and documenting the journey of salmon from feeding grounds to home rivers to prove the benefits end-to-end, creating a comprehensive conservation corridor.
Eeland Stribling - The Activist Angler Comedian
Q: What is the role of humor in your conservation message?
Humor lowers barriers, makes audiences receptive, and allows me to present complex issues in an approachable way without losing the seriousness of the message.
Will the Outer Hebrides be the UK's Salmon Stronghold?
Q: If you had no money, what would you do to save the wild salmon?
Continue what I'm doing today: advocate, educate, and build partnerships to influence policy and industry practices, while expanding outreach to universities and schools to embed salmon conservation in curricula, thereby creating a broader base for long-term protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Salmon

What is The Last Salmon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to thoughtful, solution-oriented conversations about wild salmon, river ecosystems, and sustainable fisheries. The show frequently pairs conservationists, anglers, scientists, and industry critics with hosts who push for transparency, practical reforms, and storytelling that mobilizes action. Episodes often blend personal narratives with data-driven debate, hatchery and governance questions, and cross-border comparisons, making it appealing to environmentally conscious professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and policy-minded listeners seeking tangible takeaways and accountability in the industry. A standout trait is its blend of rigorous critique with accessible storytelling, helping non-specialists grasp complex ecological... more

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1. Hugo Tagholm
2. Andrew Flitcroft
3. Ross Brawn
4. Eeland Stribling
5. Nick Underdown
6. Ailsa McLellan
7. Ben Hadfield
8. Marina Gibson

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