The Fishing Gurus Podcast

In this special on-the-road episode, we sit down with UK match fishing legend Dick Clegg to look back on an incredible life in the sport. From his early days fishing around Sheffield, to the rise of the legendary Barnsley Blacks, to the tackle shops, characters and stories that helped shape match fishing, Dick shares memories from a golden era of the sport. Expect plenty of laughs, fascinating tales and a few stories you probably haven’t heard before! Dick takes us behind the scenes of his time managing the England float fishing team, recalling international adventures, world championships and some unforgettable moments representing his country. From winning on the River Arno in Italy to working with some of the biggest names in match fishing, this offers brilliant insight into the people, places, and experiences that made Dick’s career so special.

The Weigh-In is back for another episode, with Adam Rooney, Steve Ringer, and Matt Godfrey tackling one of match fishing’s biggest talking points: are match weights getting out of control? The trio debate whether the huge catches we’re seeing are good for the sport or whether things have gone too far, with plenty of strong opinions and no shortage of controversy.The trio also looks at the latest Guru Knockout Championship action, an exciting new initiative coming out of Europe, and brand-new winners in Match of the Week, Catch of the Week, and D**k of the Week! Expect more debate, laughs, and match-fishing chat from the trio as Season 2 continues.

The Weigh In is back for Season 2! Adam Rooney, Steve Ringer and Matt Godfrey are back to talk all things match fishing, with no topic too controversial and plenty of opinions guaranteed. In the first episode back, the trio debate whether Barnsley Blacks are the Man City of match fishing, while introducing some brand-new segments including Match of the Week, Catch of the Week and D**k of the Week!
It’s the return of your favourite match fishing debate show, with plenty of big opinions, laughs and stories from three of the sport’s biggest characters. Expect more controversial topics, heated discussions and plenty of match fishing chat as The Weigh In gets Season 2 underway.
For Pete’s Sake – Learn For Pete’s Sake: In this episode, the trio discuss an important new initiative to train more anglers in CPR and AED use. The fundraising will help provide practical, potentially lifesaving training sessions for anglers at fisheries across the Midlands and beyond, delivered by the British Red Cross. Find out more or support the initiative here: JustGiving – Learn For Pete’s Sake - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/for-petes-sake?utm_medium=CF&utm_source=CL

Andy Bennett sits down with his personal trainer, Nigel Shipp, to reveal how transforming his fitness and lifestyle has directly benefited his fishing and helped him win big matches, including his third Fish’O’Mania title. From stamina and recovery to concentration and performance, Andy explains the changes that have helped him become a better angler.Nigel has worked with many high-profile anglers, including Andy Bennett, Aiden Mansfield, Adam Major, and 5x world champion Bob Nudd. He also shares simple, practical advice about exercise and nutrition that any angler can add to their daily routine, with easy lifestyle changes designed to improve fitness, energy, and performance on the bank.

3x FishOMania Champion Andy Bennett joins The Weigh-In to break down every key moment behind his incredible 2026 FishOMania Final victory. Fresh from securing another £50,000 title, Andy sits down to reveal the decisions, tactics and mindset that helped him come out on top in match fishing’s biggest event. From preparation and peg draw to bait choices, feeding patterns and the crucial moments that defined the final, this episode offers an honest insight into what it takes to win at the very highest level.