Best Bass Grifters Podcasts (2024)

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Dry Flies, Lucky Caps and Rising Trout 42:30

4h ago42:30

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Send us a Text Message. The walk was a long one but worth it to get to a special little stream. I've a new cap, some dry flies and a rod I'm looking forward to christening. I'm joined by my friend Warren and as ever, we talk fishing and so much more. He also tells me about his new fly fishing venture that involves building great value glass rods an…

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Richard Tong - Searching for Trout 1:03:37

3d ago1:03:37

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Send us a Text Message. I'm joined by Richard Tong to talk about his approach to targeting large trout on dry flies. The conversation turns out to be more than this as we look at his fly fishing career, talk tackle and the mental approach to making a cast to a fish. We also talk about the loss of a fish and fishing in New Zealand too. I describe Ri…

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The Fly Culture Italian Job 2024 1:08:45

10d ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Send us a Text Message. It was great as always to be back in the mountains fishing pocket water with dry flies for fast, rising fish. Before the trip I'd experienced a blip in my relationship with fishing and wanted to see if I could fully reconnect with it. As ever, the fishing lived up to expectations but it was so much more than that. I speak wi…

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Dave Wiltshire - Flies, Fishing and Revolution 1:04:56

17d ago1:04:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I talk with Dave Wiltshire who is a well known fly tyer and angler who has written numerous articles for Fly Fishing and Tying magazine. We cover a vast range of topics looking at how fishing fits into his life and how he has changed how he approaches fly tying. We deep dive into what fishing means to him and…

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Howard Thresher - A River and a Tackle Shop 58:53

24d ago58:53

58:53

Send us a Text Message. I caught up with Howard Thresher at the tackle shop he runs in Crediton, Devon. I've known him quite a few years now and I really wanted listeners to hear the story of a river that was completely fished out until he was lucky enough to buy the fishing rights and nurse it back to health. It now holds some pretty special fish.…

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Dominic Garnett - Coarse Fish on the Fly, Perception and Grifters 1:06:13

1M ago1:06:13

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Send us a Text Message. I catch up with Dom Garnett to talk about coarse fish on the fly. Our conversation ended being a whole lot more as we ended up covering some interesting ground. Dom is open, honest and isn't afraid to share how he feels about fly fishing, how it is seen and what could be done to more attract more people into it. One not to m…

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Damian Robinson - Staffordshire to Montana 54:44

1M ago54:44

54:44

Send us a Text Message. I got talking with Damian at a recent Fly Culture event. His story is a really interesting one that saw him leave the streams of the Peak District when work took him to Bozeman Montana. We discuss how he coped with the challenge of moving to a new country, settling in and of course the fishing that he discovered while there.…

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Paul Cañada - The Promise 1:09:49

2M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the podcast, I talk with Paul Cañada, a writer and journalist who is passionate about fly fishing. We discuss Paul's experience fishing in Gunnison, Colorado, and his favourite streams in the area. Paul shares his preference for dry fly fishing and his love for brown trout. He also talks about his fishing …

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Paul Bettley - Bass, 12wts and Guiding 1:11:42

2M ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Send us a Text Message. This is an interesting interview. Paul came into fly fishing via carp, pike and then bass with conventional tackle rather than usual route and headed straight to the coast with a fly rod and discuss whether lure anglers may be the way to get more people to try a fly rod. We also talk about his first fly rod purchase after be…

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In Search of Spring Salmon 1:07:19

2M ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Send us a Text Message. I'm sure you'd do the same when you get the chance to fish for 2 days on a remote salmon river. I made the long journey from the bottom of the country to the top with my flies packed and fingers crossed. The podcast, recorded on the river, with no retakes on edits is as exactly as it happens and turns out to be about more th…

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Paul Procter - Fishing, Flies and Life 1:16:33

2M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

Send us a Text Message. I catch up with my friend Paul Procter to talk about the frustrating season we've experienced so far. We look at a wide range of subjects that cover fishing, his guiding, fly tying, how quickly the fishing seasons now pass and how to make sure we're fit and agile along with us both having partners who fish. Although Paul has…

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Lee Cummings - Against the Tape 1:10:02

3M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Send us a Text Message. I first met Lee some 20 years ago and over that time I have seen his drive, expertise and determination applied to many aspects of fly fishing. We look at what goes into casting events, what is needed to compete at the highest levels and how it feels to take part. He tells us about chasing sea trout in salt water in the UK, …

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Jan Hobot - Wild Rainbow Trout 58:19

3M ago58:19

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Send us a Text Message. It is early April and I am on the Derbyshire Wye with riverkeeper of the Peacock Fishing Club, Jan Hobot. I learn about the ethos of the club and his minimal rules approach to running it along with the history of the river and it being the only place in the UK with a self-sustaining population of wild rainbow trout. We make …

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The Fly Culture Podcast Live at Mallon and Green 58:59

3M ago58:59

58:59

Send us a Text Message. This episode is recorded in front of a live audience at Mallon and Green in Bakewell. I speak with some fishing experts who share some great advice and information as well as looking at the state of fly fishing. We had beer and pizza, shared fishing stories and talked about flies before starting the podcast that had no scrip…

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Hans van Klinken - The Klink 1:23:50

3M ago1:23:50

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Send us a Text Message. I'm pleased to welcome Hans van Klinken to the podcast. I am sure many of you have used the flies he has developed and I get a look inside the process of how they were developed and how he has used them. The Klinkhammer Special is now 40 years old and the release of his book - The Klink coincides with this anniversary and I …

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David Pilkington - A Life in Fly Fishing 49:09

4M ago49:09

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Send us a Text Message. David Pilkington first stepped through the doors of the Arundell Hotel in 1968 to help out on a fishing day and has been there ever since. I learn about what took him there, what he has seen and the changes he has witnessed both on the river and in fly fishing. As we sit and talk in the new tackle shop I discover why the loc…

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Chris Aldred - Fishing, Casting and Fly Rods 1:01:59

4M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Send us a Text Message. I catch up with Chris Aldred to talk about how he started fly fishing, became an instructor and what he has learned along the way. He has multiple casting qualifications and we discuss casting tips and the learning process of casting along with what has changed since he qualified as an instructor. We look at how more people …

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Damon Valentine - Fishing, Films and Sea Trout 1:01:50

4M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the podcast I talk with Damon Valentine about how his life has changed since he was last a guest. There is a lot to catch up on and we look at how fly fishing is looks and feels right now, his love of sea trout and how he shifted jobs to move full time into film making. He has also produced a wonderful fil…

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Paul Gaskell - Early Season Trout Fishing 1:07:22

4M ago1:07:22

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Paul Gaskell to discuss early season on the river and talk about the relationship between creativity and science, the writing process, and the importance of environmental awareness and responsibility. We also discuss the role of collaboration and advocacy in improving water quality. We then…

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Owen Bruce - The Craft 1:03:24

4M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Send us a Text Message. We ran a fly fishing film competition last year and I got the chance to speak with the winner, Owen Bruce. The conversation turned out to be a whole lot more than films as we discuss the importance of small still waters, wild fish and fly fishing culture. I learn about what went into making 'The Craft' and how Owen feels abo…

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Martin Joergensen - The Global Fly Fisher 1:04:03

5M ago1:04:03

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Send us a Text Message. There was a time, not so long ago, when the internet was new. Many of us were figuring out how to use it. Some of us wrote blogs while some took the concept and developed it further to build an online presence that shared information and ideas for anglers to learn from. Over the last 30 years Martin Joergensen has built a fo…

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Elijah Wait - A Fly Rod For All Species 1:01:25

5M ago1:01:25

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Send us a Text Message. I have believed for some time now, that we're evolving as fly anglers. The warm, dry summers have meant we are looking to catch other species from rivers, canals, lakes or the sea. I am keen to hear from people who are looking at fly fishing from a different angle and was pleased when Elijah Wait agreed to be a guest on the …

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Wilderness Fishing with EliasTeriö 1:03:10

5M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Send us a Text Message. I got talking with Elias after he messaged me saying that he'd enjoyed listening to the podcast while shovelling snow at his home in Lapland some 200km north of the Arctic Circle. I invited him along to learn about the fishing in the area and what it means to him. I discovered someone who cares passionately about their water…

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The Fly Culture Podcast Live! 57:00

5M ago57:00

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Send us a Text Message. This is a special episode of the podcast that is recorded in front of a live audience at Orvis, Stockbridge. We have Brett O'Connor talking casting tips, Paul Jennings tells us about mullet and Peter Hayes gives a detailed talk on the work he and Don Stazicker have done on the behaviour of trout and the flies we should consi…

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The Upper Teign 54:33

6M ago54:33

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Send us a Text Message. Join me as I walk the water of the Upper Teign Fishing Association in Devon with committee members Stuart Medford and Harry Chance. I learn about what the river means to them, how they fish it, the importance of terrestrial flies on this water and the history of the club. We discuss the issues many fishing clubs have right n…

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Colin Macleod - Nam Products, Fishing Culture and Music 1:03:18

6M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Send us a Text Message. It is great to have Colin Macleod back on the podcast and cover a lot of ground with him. We talk about trying to keep fly boxes tidy, the culture of fishing shops, not worrying about not knowing the answer, the pressures of social media and plenty more. His life has taken a new direction as he is now looking after Nam Fishi…

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Michelle Werrett - Song of the Streams 59:48

6M ago59:48

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Send us a Text Message. I talk about what fly fishing means to Michelle Werrett and how she has been captivated by the many streams that flow off of Exmoor in the West Country. I learn about her fly fishing history and and the rivers where she loves to cast a fly. Her passion for these places runs deep and as a result, she has written a book called…

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Rodney Wevill - Trout, Pike and Mullet 1:03:09

6M ago1:03:09

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Send us a Text Message. Rodney Wevill can truly be described as a fly fishing allrounder. He is equally at home on the trout streams and still waters of Devon and Cornwall, catching pike from the Somerset Levels, mullet and bass from the coast along with bonefish and permit from the flats of the Caribbean. I learn about his fly fishing story and ho…

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Keith McDonnell - Streamers, Casting and Music 1:07:05

7M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

Send us a Text Message. Keith McDonell is a self-confessed streamer addict and in this podcast we get a good look inside his thought process on this method of fishing. From the patterns, how to approach the water as well as how to cast heavier flies there is a lot of information to pick up if you're streamer curious and want to try it in the coming…

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The Grinch - James Gilbraith 1:02:20

7M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Send us a Text Message. It is the season to be merry, or is it? James Gilbraith joins me to talk about fishing, our shared hatred of festive decorations, Christmas TV, music and AI. He tells us about throwing a computer out of a window and then making sure it is dead after finishing it with an iron, amongst other very amusing stories. He also reads…

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Steve Duda - Patagonia, The Flyfish Journal and Music 1:05:32

7M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Send us a Text Message. Steve Duda has an impressive CV. From editing a music magazine, writing for Rolling Stone and then editing The Flyfish Journal for many years. He helped define a culture of fly fishing that looked way beyond numbers or size of fish. The Flyfish Journal had a profound impact on many in the US, along with people like me in Eur…

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Jim Curry - Nymphing for Salmon and Guideline Products 1:08:20

7M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Send us a Text Message. I talk with Jim Curry about his fishing season, how fishing looks right now and the growth areas of our sport. He also talks what it is like to work for the fishing brand Guideline along with new products, the company ethos and how they prefer to stick with a range until they think there is a new technology that will help th…

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Mark Roberts - Lost Lake Fly Fishing 1:04:04

8M ago1:04:04

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Send us a Text Message. Sometimes an event can have a profound effect on our lives and make us question the direction we are taking. I talk with Mark Roberts about such an event that made him quit a secure teaching job to follow his passion for fly fishing. His day to day work involves selling flies, coaching and guiding but he is hoping this will …

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Adam Price-Hunt - A Look into the Future of Fly Fishing 1:03:55

8M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

Send us a Text Message. I catch up with Adam to see how fly fishing looks through the eyes of an angler in his twenties. The conversation turned into something a whole lot more as I discovered that I was talking with someone who has a deep understanding of fly fishing, the behaviour of fish along with the environment too. I learn about why he likes…

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Howard Croston on Fly Rods, Competition and Life in Fishing. 1:06:15

8M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

Send us a Text Message. The term 'to influence' is used a little too easily these days although it is definitely correct to use this when describing my guest - Howard Croston. There is little doubt Howard has had an impact on us as fly anglers either directly or indirectly over the years. From designing rods for Hardy and Greys for a number of year…

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Andy Taylor - A Life Shaped by Fishing 1:04:31

8M ago1:04:31

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Send us a Text Message. I catch up with Andy Taylor to talk about a wide range of fly fishing topics. We look at the state of small still water scene, grayling on dries, encouraging more people into fishing and the route he took into fly fishing which is a unique one after his father dug some commercial trout lakes. We talk fly fishing instruction,…

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Mark Paterson - Rods, Lines, Waders and Fishing 1:04:50

9M ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Send us a Text Message. I reached out to Mark Paterson after seeing him embark on a new venture in fly fishing retailing. I always try my best to support our community especially those trying something a little different. During this recording and a number of previous phone calls I discovered someone who believes in the highest level of customer se…

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Martin Smith - Fishing, Fishing Clubs and Sewage 1:14:25

9M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Send us a Text Message. There was quite a response from listeners after Martin Smith last appeared on the podcast. Previously he had talked about taking on water companies after the had continued to pollute his club waters. I get an update on what has happened since that should provide inspiration for the many others who are having to contend with …

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Turning the Tables on Pete Tyjas 1:09:53

9M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

Send us a Text Message. I've been asked many times if someone would interview me for the podcast. I've dodged this a number of times but after getting a call from Ben Jailler a few weeks back I finally agreed. Ben does an amazing job of taking the reins as we talk about fishing, the magazine, life changing events along with my interests away from f…

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Ben Mackereth - Some Days are Diamonds 1:02:45

9M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Send us a Text Message. Fishing a stream with some rising trout, spending time with a friend or just being there alone. We all enjoy these moments and it turns out it doesn't matter where we are in the world, many of us feel the same. I talk with Ben Mackereth, who is based in Australia, about the fishing community and culture of Australia but also…

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The Flies That Trout Prefer with Peter Hayes and Don Stazicker 1:25:07

10M ago1:25:07

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the 200th episode of the podcast! In this special edition I sit down with Peter Hayes and Don Stazicker to talk about about their latest book, The Flies That Trout Prefer. We discuss what they found from years of detailed observation and how they shared their findings with readers. Peter and Don have drilled down …

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Montana with Eric Strader 1:09:53

10M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

Send us a Text Message. I often ask guests of the podcast for their dream fishing destination. Near the top of the list is, hardly surprisingly, Montana. I thought it would be interesting to get the inside track from someone who lives there, fishes and guides around the state. Eric 'Vern" Strader tells me about his love of the area, the fishing acr…

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Geoff Hadley - Coarse Fish on the Fly 1:10:36

10M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Send us a Text Message. I catch up with Geoff Hadley for this edition of the podcast. We look at the various species he likes to cast a fly at and some tips too. We discuss his fishing timeline and the recent article he has written for Fly Culture that looks at introducing his 2 sons to fly fishing. Geoff is hugely enthusiastic about fly fishing an…

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Dave Smith - A One River Man 1:06:27

10M ago1:06:27

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Send us a Text Message. I talk with Dave Smith about his home river, the Monnow and learn a little about what it means to him. I plan rough questions for these podcasts as I prefer the conversation take the route it follows. While recording this episode I discover a truly beautiful story about a difficult time that was aided by fly fishing. It is d…

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Gordon van der Spuy - The Feather Mechanic 1:07:57

11M ago1:07:57

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Send us a Text Message. I talk with Gordon van der Spuy about his latest book, The Feather Mechanic II. I learn about how he views fly fishing and tying but also about his approach to life too. He is a fascinating guest who views fishing through a slightly different lens that will, without a doubt, have you thinking differently about your approach …

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Ben Perrin - Life, Fly Fishing and Reel Making 55:42

11M ago55:42

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Send us a Text Message. I talk with Ben Perrin about the many hours of work that goes into hand making one of his fishing reels. Each one is unique and has a soul. I also hear about an event that was without a doubt life changing. Ben talks about it the way he does about his reels, with great modesty. This is a riveting listen that will give you an…

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James Gilbraith - Waiting For A Pull 1:14:13

11M ago1:14:13

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Send us a Text Message. I have had many people contact me and ask if I will get James Gilbraith back on the podcast. I am pleased to say he has joined me for this episode. We just talk about fishing, how the outlook for salmon feels, fishing clubs, the state of rivers, AI, how it might affect writers and fly patterns. As ever, James looks at things…

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Fly Culture - The Italian Job Pt2 1:04:59

11M ago1:04:59

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Send us a Text Message. It is great to be back in Italy with good friends, amazing guides and fabulous coffee. Join us for 3 days of fishing in a mix of streams. There are some amazing fish caught, plenty of laughs and of course, I manage to fall in! The trip proved that there is more to fishing than the fish. It is about friends, the places we go …

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Lyn Davies - A Family of Fly Anglers 1:05:11

11M ago1:05:11

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Send us a Text Message. I'm joined by Lyn Davies to talk about the rivers he fishes in Wales and the close relationship with fishing that runs through his family. We talk about day time sea trout and rising trout along with his work as a designer and photographer for fishing books and magazines. Lyn is a kind and generous person who is extremely mo…

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Duncan Philpott - Swedish Trout, Road Trips and Photography 1:09:03

12M ago1:09:03

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Send us a Text Message. Duncan Philpott lived just a short walk from his home trout stream. A change in his life meant he now lives in Sweden where he has to travel to get his fishing fix. We talk about the differences in the fishing, a huge trout on a dry fly and his work that involves researching disease in trout. Duncan is also an accomplished p…

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