Two Pints of Maggots & A Packet of Hooks - The Fishing Podcast

You Join Dave on the bank of Hall Farm Fishery for the first "Face to Face" Podcast with Former UK Match Record holder, Steve Gregory.Steve was a true pioneer when it came to commercial fishing and the big weights associated with them. Since the mid 1990s Steve has helped develop some of the best fisheries in the UK as well as continuing to compete at the top level.Not only is he owner of Hall Farm Fishery, but still regularly works and consults with fisheries regarding netting, stocking and design.Along side his fishing exploits, Steve is also in the process of relaunching www.miraclebaits.co.uk in the coming months to fulfil a growing list of requests for his famous Paste and Groundbait mixes.Watch the whole conversation with extra footage here: https://youtu.be/mV8inHGG2TQ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/two-pints-of-maggots-a-packet-of-hooks-the-fishing-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this latest episode we change the format and introduce "The Forum" replacing "The Big Chat"We talk to Legendary Angler, Commentator and face of fishing on our tv sets for over 20 years; Keith Arthur, Golden Rod Winner and Angling Coach; Alex Dockerty and Features Editor for Improve Your Coarse Fishing Magazine; Tony Grigorjevs.3 anglers from 3 different generations all with one thing in common... the love of fishing!The topic of conversation is all about "Angling Media" and its evolution from simple weekly newspaper clippings about fishing, through to modern day social media along with the advantages & dis-advantages of having so much angling info at your finger tips. This new format opens up a plethora of opinions, conversation and honesty.The usual features of the Press Pack and Tackle Shed stay the same where we look at the latest news that has caught the eye and any interesting items of tackle to hit the shelves.A new section for the new upcoming season. A compelling listen once again!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/two-pints-of-maggots-a-packet-of-hooks-the-fishing-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the fourth episode of 2022 and series 3, Dave talks to Matrix backed, 2012 Fish O Mania Champion, Warren Martin.Known as a commercial angler, Warren talks about how he fell into commercial fishery matches having first cut his teeth across the competitive Norfolk Broads match scene. We discuss the East Anglian Match Scene and how Warren's light hearted approach to qualifiers means he has become one of the most likable anglers within the competition scene. Known for his Pellet Waggler exploits, we look at the method in a little more depth and Warren answers those burning questions when it comes to the tactic. In the press pack we take a brief look at the news from June 1996, The latest Angling Times and Monthly Match Fishing Magazine.In the Tackle Shed Dave talks about the recent "Big One" Angling Exhibition held at Stoneleigh in Warwickshire. Who was in attendance and what it is like to work at an angling exhibition. Some new releases from Matrix and other brands will also no doubt be popular for the upcoming season. The Last Podcast in its current format.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/two-pints-of-maggots-a-packet-of-hooks-the-fishing-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the third episode of 2022 and series 3, Dave talks to Frenzee backed former Matchman of the year, Adam Richards.Adam has a serious pedigree over the last 15 years on the UK match scene, competing on the biggest stage across a variety of venues. Adam talks us through his formative years and how he became the youngest ever Kamasan Matchman of the year winner aged just 18. Since then, numerous big money final prizes have eluded him, but surely it is only a matter of time before Adam has his name on one of the major trophies.In the press pack we look at the 2002 Fish O Mania Final and the controversy which came about and the methods which have evolved since.In the Tackle Shed we talk about Catapults, the latest products from Preston Innovations and look at what was available 20 years ago in the Tackle shops,Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/two-pints-of-maggots-a-packet-of-hooks-the-fishing-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Dave speaks to Actor, Singer and Globe Trotting Angler, Robson Green.Having starred in over 15 series of different angling tv programmes, Robson tells us where it all began and how his angling journey took him around the world catching some of the most exotic species on earth. Robson also talks about how his acting and angling went hand in hand along with his latest upcoming series and future plans.Robson's passion and enthusiasm for all things fishing is nothing short of infectious. A must listen for any angler of any discipline within our sport.In the press pack we look at any standout stories and articles in the weekly and monthly angling press. During the Tackle Shed we look at what is due to hit your tackle shop shelves and look back at items of tackle and pricing in the year 2002.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/two-pints-of-maggots-a-packet-of-hooks-the-fishing-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.