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England International angler and Tackle Guru's Marketing & Media Co-Ordinator, Matt Godfrey brings you The Fishing Gurus Podcast. In this podcast, we will be speaking to a variety of anglers from across the match fishing industry, discussing everything from tips and tricks to revealing the most gripping and exciting angling anecdotes from their fishing lives.
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Episode 19 of Guru Podcast – The Weigh In sees Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney joined by Andy Bennett to dive into his exciting new venture, the Premier League of Fishing – a fresh, competitive match fishing league where anglers battle it out for promotion and fight to avoid relegation across multiple divisions. The lads get into the format, the vision behind the concept, and what it could mean for the future of competitive angling. As always, the conversation flows into classic Weigh In territory, including the age at which an angler truly hits their prime, a bit of nostalgia around some of our favourite old-school kit, and plenty of your listener questions answered.
1In this episode, England international feeder angler Mick Vials joins the podcast to share stories from a lifetime in competitive match fishing, from his early matches through to representing England on the world stage. With numerous international medals, including gold, Mick reflects on the experiences, challenges, and lessons that have shaped his career. We also explore his journey beyond competition, including his time with Preston Innovations and the launch of his successful tackle brand, Nufish Fishing. It's an honest conversation about angling, business, funny anecdotes and the moments behind a long and accomplished career in the sport.
On Episode 18 of The Guru Podcast: The Weigh-In, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney are joined by Dave Harrell to discuss one of the biggest talking points in angling — the river closed season. The team explains why they believe the rule should be abolished and exactly what anglers can do to help make change happen. The conversation also turns to exciting upcoming tackle innovations, including a sneak peek at a groundbreaking new product. The guys also discuss the growing problem of counterfeit tackle in the industry and the action now being taken to protect anglers and brands alike.
Episode 17 of Guru's The Weigh-In sees Adam Rooney, Matt Godfrey, and Steve Ringer breaking down Capital Catch Competition's huge £60,000 Ultimate Fishing Championship — have you got what it takes to win it? The trio also dive into your questions, with Steve sharing insight into how he navigates HMRC, alongside plenty of practical advice, behind-the-scenes chat and honest opinions, banta and laughs that every angler can enjoy in this week's Weigh-In.
In the latest episode of The Weigh-In, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive deep into a pressing issue affecting the sport: Cormorants! They discuss the issues and potentially a sport-saving solution! There's plenty of classic Weigh-In banter too, as they answer your questions along with some thought-provoking, honest and entertaining chat. This episode has a bit of everything. Cormorants are a major part of the conversation—help make a difference by logging your cormorant sightings at https://hydroscape-group.co.uk/ and support the data that could help drive real change.
Fish'O'Mania is the biggest match in UK fishing — but is it getting things wrong? In Episode 15 of The Guru Podcast: The Weigh In, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney give their honest opinions on the problems surrounding Fish'O'Mania and whether the format still works for modern match fishing. The lads also answer your questions, including a big discussion around net dips and other hot topics. Expect strong views, debate, and an episode that's guaranteed to divide opinion!
Episode 14 of The Weigh In is here, and Steve Ringer, Adam Rooney, and Matt Godfrey are back with another deep dive into the things that really mess with your fishing. This week, the trio tackle skylining and bankside disturbance, and just how much damage it can do to your fishing As always, expect plenty of banta, strong opinions, and a few laughs along the way. Plus, Rooney drops a sneaky preview of a brand-new product that's landing very soon — one you definitely won't want to miss! Don't forget! Head on over to Tackleguruclothing.com and enter code WEIGHIN15 at checkout for 15% off your order! Hurry offer ends January 31st at midnight!
Episode 13 of The Weigh In sees Adam Rooney and Matt Godfrey joined by special guest Frankie Gianoncelli to celebrate his first official England call-up 🎣🏴. The lads debate which other anglers deserve an England shirt and invite you to have your say on who makes your BEST England Fishing Team. The conversation also dives into some of their most unlucky moments on the bank, alongside answering listener questions and plenty of fishing chat along the way. Expect opinions, stories, and the usual banter!
In Episode 12 of The Weigh In, Steve Ringer, Matt Godfrey and Adam Rooney take on one of the most talked-about subjects in match fishing: the rules. With rules often sparking debate on the show, the trio decide to finally put it to rest by creating their own set of 10 OFFICIAL UK match fishing rules. What follows is a lively mix of disagreements, debates and deep discussion as they break down how each rule would work in the real world — and, just as importantly, how it would actually be enforced. Some rules make perfect sense, others divide opinion… so what do you think? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
Kim Milsom breaks his silence in this exclusive interview. One of the world's most respected anglers reveals the truth behind his decision to leave fishing 25 years ago, sharing a story never told publicly until now. For the first time, Kim opens up about the moment he walked away and the events that led to one of fishing's biggest unanswered questions. In this Fishing Gurus Podcast exclusive, Kim returns to the sport for this show only to recount incredible moments from his emphatic career — from career-defining catches and high-pressure competition days to behind-the-scenes stories only an elite angler could tell. This is a rare chance to hear unforgettable stories from one of the very best to ever fish — don't miss it. 🎣
Episode 11 of The Weigh In is here, and Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney are kicking off 2026 in style. The show is back with a forward-looking discussion on AI and technology in fishing—and whether cutting-edge tech can really win fishing matches in the future. The trio also teased an exciting announcement coming to Guru in 2026, setting the tone for a big year ahead. To balance out the tech talk, they swap hilarious ice-fishing stories that perfectly match the cold start to the new year.
🎄🎣 Welcome to a very special Guru Podcast Live! Recorded live at Barston Lakes in front of 100 amazing guests, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, Adam Rooney, and Andy Bennett get together for a festive show packed with laughs, insight, and plenty of Christmas spirit. In this episode, we dive deep into all things 2025 in match fishing, share some festive stories, give away Christmas prizes, and answer your questions in a lively Q&A with the live audience. Grab a brew, get comfortable, and enjoy this Christmas edition of the Fishing Gurus Podcast – thank you for being part of an incredible year! 🎅🎁
Episode 10 of The Weigh In Podcast is a Christmas Special 🎄 with Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney—plus a very special visit from Santa himself… a.k.a. Lee Kerry! Lee joins the lads for a brilliant festive episode full of laughs, chat and Christmas chaos. The guys answer your questions on match organisers making money and World Championships coming to England, and they exchange surprise Secret Santa gifts! 🎁 What will they get?! Sit back, enjoy, and get into the Christmas spirit with The Weigh In.
Episode 9 of The Weigh-In sees regular hosts Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney joined by special guest Frankie Gianoncelli for a lively deep-dive into some of match fishing's hottest debates. The team tackle the thorny topic of prize money and pool prices—are they too high, too low, or should we be paying more to win more? They also unpack the growing concerns about bloodworm, exploring why this bait might soon face a ban and what that would mean for anglers. To round things off, the lads get stuck into bait additives and liquids, asking the big question: do they genuinely give you an edge, or are they just another angling gimmick? It's a mix of insight, humour and honest chat that only the Weigh-In can deliver. Tune in for fresh opinions, expert breakdowns and a few laughs along the way.
In this episode of The Weigh-In, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive deep into one of match fishing's most heated topics — have sponsored anglers gone too far? The lads open up about the realities behind sponsorship culture, from intense product and bait testing to navigating brand politics. They break down exactly what it takes to perform at the very highest level while carrying the expectations of major companies. The discussion doesn't stop there as the team also tackles the hot question: Are fishery pellets a scam? Expect honest takes, expert insight, and plenty of strong opinions as they explore the issues affecting everyday match anglers. All that, plus the usual laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes truths you only get on The Weigh-In.
Episode 7 of Guru Podcast The Weigh In with Matt Godfrey, Adam Rooney and Steve Ringer gets straight into the headache of no-shows and how they mess with matches, organisers and anglers alike. The lads chat about why it keeps happening and what kind of consequences might help keep things fair. They also get stuck into the ongoing cormorant issues and how they're affecting fisheries across the country: festival madness, long waiting lists and the battle between organiser and angler.
In Episode 6 of Tackle Guru's The Weigh In Podcast, hosts Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive straight into one of angling's most argued topics—digital vs. dial scales. They share experiences comparing accuracy and reliability, each making their case for which option truly belongs at a weigh-in! What do you think comes out on top? The trio also take on another hot debate: what actually counts as "proper fishing"? The lads share their personal views with the laughs and honest opinions you expect at The Weigh-In. It's another lively episode packed with great chat, expert insight, and plenty of entertainment.
🎣 Episode 5 of The Guru Podcast – The Weigh-In is here, and it's a cracker! Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive deep into fishing preparation – are you guilty of turning up underprepared, or can being too prepared actually hold you back on match day? The lads share their own experiences, tips, and a few laughs along the way. They don't shy away from controversy either, tackling hot topics like the F1 fishing scene and giving their brutally honest takes on your questions from last week's show. Expect strong opinions, proper banter, and plenty of insight – exactly what The Weigh-In is all about! 🎙️🐟
In Episode 4 of The Guru Podcast – The Weigh In, Steve Ringer reflects on his incredible double gold success in Belgium, while Matt shares some exciting personal news! The lads also dive into the state of fishing tackle shops — are they struggling, and what can we do to support them? As always, expect plenty of laughs, honest chat, and your questions answered in another packed episode. Grab a brew, sit back, and enjoy the latest from The Weigh-In!
Welcome to Episode 3 of The Weigh In, featuring SPECIAL GUEST'S Adam Wakelin, and Andy Bennett! This week's episode dives into the hot debate around net limits, packed with expert opinions, great banter, and plenty of insight from some of the biggest names in the sport. We also catch up with Steve Ringer and Adam Wakelin, who are currently fishing abroad in Belgium with the England Feeder Team in the European Feeder Cup. They share exclusive updates from their trip, behind-the-scenes stories, and much more! Meanwhile, Andy Bennett joins us to talk all things net limits, bait rules, and more in an unmissable, action-packed episode full of fishing talk, top tips, and plenty of laughs! 🎣🎙️
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