In this exclusive episode, we welcome match fishing icon Steve Gardner to the Fishing Gurus Podcast studio for the very first time, alongside returning legend Will Raison! This is an unmissable chat between two of the most respected names in the world of match fishing and international angling. Will and Steve dive deep into: Their incredible history of fishing together for England, what it's like to compete at the highest level in the world of angling. Also, their opinion on sponsorship – and ho...
Aug 12, 2025•3 hr 23 min•Ep. 52
In this episode of the Fishing Gurus Podcast, we sit down with a true legend of the angling world – Phil Briscoe! Phil is a pioneering figure in the UK fishing scene, best known as the founder of Maver UK, one of the most iconic tackle brands in the industry. His influence doesn't stop there – Phil also played a key role in creating some of the biggest money matches in the sport, including the Maver Match This, Golden Rod, and Golden Reel events, transforming the competitive landscape for match ...
Jun 10, 2025•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 51
🎉🎣 IT'S HERE — OUR ALAN SCOTTHORNE 50TH EPISODE SPECIAL!! 🎣🎉 We can't believe it... 5 YEARS of the Fishing Gurus Podcast, and now 50 incredible episodes! THANK YOU to all who have supported us on this fantastic journey. To celebrate this HUGE milestone, we've pulled out all the stops and brought you the guest you've ALL been asking for…ALAN SCOTTHORNE! The GOAT of match fishing. Five-time World Champion. Absolute legend. In this epic 5-HOUR SPECIAL, we sit down with Alan for the most in-dept...
Apr 29, 2025•5 hr 35 min•Ep. 50
In this episode of the Guru podcast, host Matt Godfrey sits down with none other than Adam Wakelin, one of the most accomplished feeder anglers in the game! With 14 years as an England Feeder International under his belt, he has now been selected for the brand-new Freestyle England Feeder Team. With two emphatic Feedermasters titles under his belt, Adam's angling ability is undeniable. From dominating commercial venues in the UK to representing England on the world stage, Adam shares his insight...
Mar 11, 2025•3 hr 54 min•Ep. 49
This special episode of the Guru Podcast takes a trip down match-angling memory lane. Kevin Ashurst and his longtime friend Rod Scott are on the show for an exciting, emphatic and exclusive podcast! From Kevin’s incredible career fishing for England to breaking records on Irish waters, he shares untold stories and reflects on some of the sport’s most historic moments. Rod brings his unique perspective and laughs as the two reminisce about their time fishing together. Expect insider insights, leg...
Jan 28, 2025•3 hr 48 min•Ep. 48
Get ready for the ultimate Christmas treat! For the first time ever, The Guru Podcast features a female guest, and we couldn't be more thrilled to welcome the incredible Sandra Scotthorne! A true trailblazer in the angling world, Sandra has redefined the sport with her jaw-dropping achievements, such as double Ladies World Champion and four-time Ladies Fish'O'Mania Champion, to name but a few. Sandra is also the mastermind behind Halkon Hunt, the gold standard in angling-specific clothing, which...
Dec 10, 2024•2 hr 28 min•Ep. 47
On this episode of The Fishing Gurus Podcast, we have the one and only Dave Shires, the 2024 Fish'O'Mania champion, in the hot seat! In one of the most nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat finales in Fish'O history, Dave took the crown by just 100 grams! That's right – 100 grams separated Dave from his competition, making this one of the most intense Fish'O battles yet. With a massive £50,000 prize on the line, the stakes couldn't have been higher, and the action on the day didn't disappoint. Tune in ...
Nov 12, 2024•2 hr 20 min•Ep. 46
In this episode of The Fishing Gurus Podcast, host Matt Godfrey sits down with Tackle Guru's Adam Rooney, Robbie Taylor, James Dent, and Frankie Gianoncelli to relive their recent triumph at the Walterland Masters in Hungary. With Team Guru Blue and Team Guru Red taking home first and second place, this conversation dives deep into the tactics, challenges, and camaraderie that fuelled their international success. Whether you're a seasoned match angler or just starting out, this episode is packed...
Nov 01, 2024•53 min•Ep. 45
Join us for an exciting episode as we sit down with the newly crowned 2024 World Feeder Individual and Team Champion with Ireland, Michael Buchwalder! In this episode, we dive deep into his incredible journey to becoming a world champion, his experiences at the most recent championships, and his secrets behind mastering feeder fishing. With countless festival wins at home and abroad, Michael's insights are a goldmine for anglers of all levels. Take advantage of this chance to learn from one of t...
Oct 08, 2024•2 hr 43 min•Ep. 44
In this episode of the Guru podcast, we explore the unique journey of match angler, Nathan Watson. Nathan is not only a Fish O Mania Winner, he has also won the Fish O Mania Champion of Champions! Nathan shares his incredible story in match fishing, revealing the secrets and techniques that set him apart, including a few angling skills that make him one of the most unique anglers in the sport today.
Aug 20, 2024•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 43
Get ready for an unparalleled deep dive into the world of angling! In this special episode, we bring together the crème de la crème of the fishing world. For an unforgettable podcast episode, England match fishing internationals Matt Godfrey and Steve Ringer team up with carp fishing superstars Tom Dove and Neil Spooner. Join us as these angling legends share top-level information, fishing tips, and tricks you won't find anywhere else. This is a unique opportunity to learn from the best in the b...
Jul 30, 2024•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 42
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have long-time England international angler and former world champion matchman Sean Ashby! Sean will share an in-depth insight into his impressive and extensive angling career and the challenges and triumphs of fishing at the top level. The pair also discussed tips and tactics for various fishing situations, which could prove valuable for your next session on the bank!
Jun 20, 2024•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 41
You could be using the wrong pole pot in your match fishing. Or, perhaps you are feeding too much or too little bait. Still trying to figure it out? Well, look no further! In this special on-the-road podcast episode, Matt Godfrey enters the mind of commercial master Andy Bennett! Andy Bennett reveals his invaluable pole pot techniques, including selecting the right pot for each scenario, mastering its use, perfecting bait feeding and much more!
May 23, 2024•29 min•Ep. 40
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we are privileged to have Dave Harrell, a former England international angler and the esteemed founder of DH Angling, sharing his wealth of angling expertise with us. Dave's passion for angling extends beyond his personal pursuits. He has left an indelible mark on the angling community by founding numerous prestigious events, with Riverfest standing out as a testament to his dedication and vision. During this captivating episode, Dave and Matt delve into a wi...
May 20, 2024•4 hr 40 min•Ep. 39
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney in the studio to discuss their 2023 Walterland Feeder Masters success! Steve and Adam, along with Robbie Taylor and Frankie Gianoncelli, travelled to Szeged Rowing Course in Hungary. There, they became the first English team to win what is now widely regarded as one of Europe's premier feeder fishing events. In this episode, we discussed the team's tactical approach to the match, exactly what happened throughout the three ...
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 38
On this episode of the Guru Podcast we welcome, Simon Fry! Simon had quite a late start to match fishing, after a surfing obsession and a very exciting round the world trip. But when he got serious, he was soon asked to join the renowned Starlets team, winning numerous gold medals with the squad and being crowned the individual division one national champion. More recently, he's proved his versatility add in the Drennen Knockout Cup to his list of achievements and then he decided to throw in a £...
Mar 11, 2024•3 hr 31 min•Ep. 37
Should this rig be banned in match fishing!? Matt Godfrey and Andy Bennett discuss the overshotted rig and its impact on match fishing. The pair discuss and share their opinions in our latest Fishing Gurus On The Road Podcast. What do you think, should we ban the overshotted rig?
Feb 28, 2024•27 min•Ep. 36
MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄🎅 On this Christmas Day special episode of the podcast, we have Rob Wootton! Rob is a current England feeder international angler, a former £70,000 Maver Match This champion and he was also in the winning team of the first-ever European Feeder Cup held this year at Barston Lakes.
Dec 25, 2023•3 hr 52 min•Ep. 35
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have 5-time River Wye Festival Champion, Hadrian Whittle. In this podcast, Matt and Hadrian discussed Hadrian's early angling life, club fishing and big festivals and finals. They also discussed just exactly how he became so adept at river fishing.
Dec 04, 2023•3 hr•Ep. 34
Welcome to the very first episode of The Fishing Gurus Podcast On The Road! The Guru Podcast is now mobile, we will be travelling up and down the country and even possibly abroad, bringing you more match fishing content, from a variety of new venues and guests. In the first on the road show, we were in Baggers Bar! We caught up with Andy Bennett to talk about his emphatic year of fishing, which included another £50,000 big money final win in this years Maver Match This Final at Hayfield!...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 33
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have the owner of Catch More Media, Tom Scholey. Matt and Tom have been best friends for many years, and in this episode, the pair share numerous comedic angling anecdotes. Everything from fishing matches together, to the time Tom almost got Matt arrested!
Aug 22, 2023•2 hr 48 min•Ep. 32
Do you want to know how to get the most out of your feeder fishing? Well, on this shorter episode of The Fishing Gurus Podcast, we have the world's number 1 feeder angler, Steve Ringer discussing EVERYTHING feeder fishing. Steve discussed everything from, their early development, specific feeder applications, and how to make the most of each feeder in your box.
Aug 03, 2023•59 min•Ep. 31
On the latest episode of Tackle Guru's Fishing Gurus Podcast, Matt Godfrey is joined by the former Dutch international angler Jan van Schendel! On this podcast, the pair spoke about the past and present international angling scene, tactical tips, and advice, while Jan also shared an insight into a life-changing experience.
Jul 17, 2023•5 hr 9 min•Ep. 30
On this brand-new mini-series of The Fishing Gurus Podcast, we have shorter, punchier and more topical episodes coming your way! To kick off these new podcasts, we have the world's number 1 feeder angler, Steve Ringer, on to discuss EVERYTHING on international angling Vs big money final fishing!
Jun 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 29
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have river fishing expert and all-round angling legend, Wayne Swinscoe! Wayne's angling ability has seen him fish for a variety of notable teams, he's a former Trentman, Shakespeare Superteam member and he also captained the Essex County Van Den Eynde to numerous titles!
May 08, 2023•3 hr 41 min•Ep. 28
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have FOUR-TIME world champion, Bob Nudd! Bob represented England internationally in a career that exceeded two decades! During this time, he won four world titles, was awarded an MBE and even recorded his own single! In this podcast episode, we revisited each of those historic world championship matches. We got an exclusive behind-the-scenes insight from one of the most successful anglers our sport has ever seen.
Mar 21, 2023•2 hr 57 min•Ep. 27
On this episode of the Guru podcast, we have Grant Albutt. Grant is a former £25,000 Parkdean Masters winner, a multiple White Acres Festival title holder and more recently, the owner of Moorlands Farm Fishery. In this episode, we spoke about what it takes to run a successful match fishing venue, the highs and lows of Grant's angling career, and how he was even once sponsored by BMW!
Feb 20, 2023•2 hr 50 min•Ep. 26
In this episode of the Guru podcast, we have £10,000 winner and 2022 Golden Rod Champion, Nick Speed. Nick has not only won an impressive selection of matches, but he is also a Michelin Star-trained head chef, who brought in a nice surprise for his Christmas special podcast!
Dec 19, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Ep. 25
In this episode of the Guru podcast, we have the current 2022 Fish'O'Mania Champion, Kristian Jones! Kristian walked us through one of the most exciting and dramatic Fish'O finals ever, as he shared his match winning tactics that led him to a breathtaking victory.
Oct 21, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 24
In this episode of the Guru podcast, we got Steve Ringer and Andy Bennett back in the studio to dissect their final head-to-head showdown at Tamar Lakes! We spoke about the highs and lows of each angler's match, as we got into their minds to find out exactly what happened in an incredibly close match.
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 23
