Episodes
Does camouflaging our rigs really work? Do "match the hatch" hookbaits really match our free offerings? Are high viz popups really high viz? Are we all wasting our time when it comes to this stuff? James Nowell joins the show to reveal the way that carp see the world. Spoiler alert- it's not what you think!
Published 03/30/24
Published 03/30/24
Dr Patrick Mills joins Sam to discuss his new findings on amino acids and how they stimulate carp to feed. Patrick also shares insights of his new products at Biosource Baits...
Published 02/02/24
Sit back and enjoy Julians bait journey spanning almost 4 decades...
Published 01/26/24
The highly talented angler and author Stuart Brookes shares some very special angling stories from the iconic Savay and the much-whispered-about Chimneys. Sit back and enjoy a proper anglers account of some incredibly special captures on some incredibly special waters...
Published 12/19/23
Part two is here! The feedback from part 1 has been superb and I strongly recommend going back and listening to that episode before this one if you haven't done so already. Enjoy...
Published 11/29/23
What a treat we have for you! John Llewellyn joins us in the first installment of this two-part interview to discuss a variety of topics such as carp macronutrient requirements, receptor density in older carp, rig lengths, flavour levels, and a whole lot more. Enjoy...
Published 11/17/23
A bank-side Q&A. Sam answers your questions on a range of topics such as autumn tactics, margin fishing, PVA bag ingredients, the "Magic Twig", and a whole lot more. Enjoy!
Published 10/13/23
Grab a drink, sit down, and get ready to take notes as you absorb part two of The Great Debait with Dean Towey & Stephen White...
Published 08/02/23
The first in a new series! Sam sits down with Stephen White and Dean Towey to cover a whole host of bait topics. Enjoy...
Published 06/23/23
We are back! Sam sits down with Jake "The Heron" Hughes to discuss a broad range of topics from Jake's recent campaign all the way to bait, mental health, and crayfish. Enjoy!
Published 05/26/23
I am joined by big carp angler Dale Hatt to discuss numerous topics from mindset and motivation all the way to bait, tackle, and watercraft. Dale has caught some very large carp and prides himself on the often overlooked art of watercraft as well as a stern work ethic and relentless determination. Enjoy!
Published 01/28/23
Part two of this winter's Q&A is here! Slightly more in-depth than the last installment, I answer listeners' questions on broad-ranging subjects from motivation to finding fish and not to mention the Carp Chronicles staple topic- carp bait! Enjoy...
Published 12/10/22
This is quite an informal episode (aren't they all!) where I go through your questions in more of a quick-fire fashion. Usually I like to do longer podcasts so we can get into things in greater detail, unfortunately I just don't have time for that right now but I wanted to get something out for you guys. I know you don't like waiting too long for episodes! In the upcoming second part of this Q&A, I plan to make the time to answer in much more detail. I hope you enjoy this episode and feel...
Published 11/19/22
The second half of the recent interview with Stephen White is here. Stephen continues to give his insights and theories on bait for big carp as well as talk time releasing attractors, nut nutrition, dealing with undertow, and numerous other aspects of this hobby we love so much. Enjoy!
Published 10/29/22
Mr Stephen White is back once again to share his fascinating theories on bait as well as his big fish captures of late. In this instalment, Stephen talks about his angling and captures since appearing on the show two years ago. He then shares his theories on numerous bait subjects that are sure to get the grey matter ticking. Enjoy!
Published 10/22/22
Well, this one has been a long time coming! Dean returns for the third time in this casual chat about bait and carp fishing. Enjoy...
Published 09/14/22
Jake 'The Heron' Hughes joins us for a carpy chat on big pit adventures, guesting nature reserves, run-ins with gypsies and a whole host of carpy chat. This is not one to be missed! Sit back and enjoy...
Published 07/08/22
Sam answers listeners' questions on a wide range of thought-provoking topics ranging from watercraft to bait and lots in-between! Sam also chats with one of our long time listeners Ian about product development, Scottish carp fishing, Psychology and numerous other random topics. Enjoy!
Published 05/29/22
Deep into the 72-pint keg, we have a boozy chat about hydros, milk protein vs fish meals, preservatives, and a whole load more! Enjoy...
Published 04/03/22
What an episode!!!! Pete & Sam travel to Daves private lake and work their way through a 72 pint beer keg whilst chatting all manner of things regarding carp bait, ingredients, attraction, and much more! Pour yourself a cold one and enjoy...
Published 03/23/22
Sam sits down with Ben in the BP milling pellet feed factory to discuss all manner of things to do with the science of carp and their watery home. Ben Pinniger is a carp farmer, feed manufacturer, Sparsholt college graduate and carp fishing enthusiast. Enjoy!
Published 02/18/22
Sam & a hammered Pete sit back and reflect on fishing and life. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you all!
Published 12/24/21
Pete and a rather drunk Sam answer your questions and go on tangents in this catch-up episode. Enjoy...
Published 12/14/21
In this episode we revisit the subject of hormones and clarify our message.
Published 10/27/21