The Lure Fishing Podcast

In this episode I chat with a top young Italian angler Lorenzo Padovese from just outside Venice in Italy. Lorenzo is an extremely accomplished angler who targets the large river bass in Italy which can grow to 20lb.Lorenzo gives us a rare insight into this type of angling and shares some of his secrets for successfully catching those big bass in murky waters on lures.Lorenzo also tells us about his bass fishing adventures in Japan where he has honed his lure fishing skills.A really interesting chat with an very skilled young angler.

Danny Richardson is a well-known UK-based angler from Devon, England, recognized for his expertise in lure fishing for bass, wrasse, and anythin else that swims.In this episode I catch up with him after ones of his best seasons targetting big bass with big lures.Have a listen and find out how Danny goes about planning those days that turn into epic bass fishing sessions.

Episode 57 of the Lure Fishing Podcast out now.I was delighted to catch up with Marcus Hazeldine Hazeldine again from Seeker Sportfishing.Marcus is one of the hardest working guides out there and his knowledge on estuary bass fishing in incredible.Its hard not be excited by his passion and dedication.He really is one of the great tactical pioneers in the world of lure fishing.In this episode we deep dive in to sight fishing for bass and all things lure fishing.Its a really good one, be sure to listen.Available on most Podcast platforms

In this episode I chat with Lee Smith a Lure Angler based on the Kent Coast. If you have been following Lee on Social Media you will know he is an expert in catching big bass. He has over 50 lure caught 70cm fish since 2018 and has had 30 bass over 60 cm this season so far.Lee gives some brilliant advice and talks about his attention to detail that helps him catch big bass using soft pastics, topwater and hard lures. Be sure to check this one out to bring your bass fishing to another level.

Andrew Gault is a well known angler based in Fermanagh Northern Ireland. Growing up on the banks of Lough Erne he gained his angling experience with some of the best Pike and Perch fishing Ireland has to offer. Having worked with Westin for 9 years he is currently head of marketing with Mikado in UK and Ireland.We chat about the Predator Battle competion which is been held on Lough Erne this year. Having competed in it last year Andy in well placed to give advice and tactics for fishing a competition like this.We also chat about Andys recent trip to Poland, where he managed to catch Zander and a huge Catfish on a very exclusive lake.Exploring the Donegal Coast Andy also got a taste for saltwater fishing where he succesfully targets Wrassse, Pollack and Bass.Be sure to check this episode out.

Darren Jackson is most well know for being an expert fly angler targeting mullet and bass. However his recent boat purchase coinciding with the appearance of Bonito on his local coastline in the Bristol channel has given him an angling summer to remember. Darren also talks about his recent trip to Nova Scotia where he targeted huge striped bass on the fly. Darren gives valuable advice on targeting mullet and bass on the fly and talks about some of his favourite patterns.His infectious easy going personality combined with his story telling ability makes this episode one not to miss.Be sure to check it out on the lurefishing podcast.

In this episode I chat with the editor of Sea Angler Magazine, David Mitchell. David is an accomplished angler is him own right who fishes the Kent coast. We chat about how he got his passion for angling which eventually led to him landing a dream job as the editor of Sea Angler Magazine.We discuss all things Sea Angler and the new TIDE method to improve all aspects of your angling.Be sure to check this one out.

Join me on the episode as I chat with Jonathan Williams the organiser of the Pembrokeshire Bass Lure Tournament If you have ever thought of fishing the festival and plan on going over this year or in the future be sure to have a listen. Jonathan gives a great insight into this competition and shares some tips and advice on lure fishing the Pembroke coast.

In this episode I chat with well known guide Jason O Riordan. Jason established Game Fishing Ireland in 2013, based on a lifetime of experience in fishing and guiding on the rivers, lakes and coastline in the area. Jason regularly gives talks on fishing techniques at the leading angling shows in Ireland and is an IFFF Qualified Fly Casting Instructor in addition to being a member of the Mackenzie Pro Team for Ireland and an authorised Fulling Mill Guide.Jason is also just back from a salt water Seatrout fishing trip in Denmark and gives some wonderfull insights into the fishing over there.Always helpfull and a natural teacher Jason gives us some great advice and tips regarding salt water fly and lure fishing.

In this episode of the Lure Fishing Podcast I talk with Captain Coral Rose Aiello who became first mate on her fathers charter boat ''the Coral Rose'' at 14. After more than a decade or more of hard work and dedication. In 2023 she assumed captain’s duties on the Coral Rose, with first mate and Dad Joe at her side!She holds her USCG 100 Ton Masters License and serves on the RI Marine Fisheries Council representing the recreational fishing category. Coral talks about the Striped bass fishing, Tautog and fluke fishing, and daily life a a charter boat skipper. Coral is an inspiration with her enthusiam, knowledge and her willingness to help and educate others.From Captain Joe, “Coral started out on this boat as a shy young girl and has blossomed into a strong confident woman.  She’s an inspiration and demonstrates real girl power. Coral is a real asset in the charter service and I don’t like to leave the dock without her.  She’s a true comrade.”