Adam Reed

On the latest episode of the Korda podcast, we have the brand manager for Carp Porter, Adam Reed. Carp Porter has been specialising in manufacturing tackle transportation for twenty years, and since then, it has established itself as an industry-leading brand. Adam came onto the podcast to talk about his new life at Carp Porter, future plans and secrets coming very soon to the company, along with some of his own fishing. Which included one VERY impressive brace of fish!

On the latest episode of the Korda podcast, we have the brand manager for Carp Porter, Adam Reed. Carp Porter has been specialising in manufacturing tackle transportation for twenty years, and since then, it has established itself as an industry-leading brand. Adam came onto the podcast to talk about his new life at Carp Porter, future plans and secrets coming very soon to the company, along with some of his own fishing. Which included one VERY impressive brace of fish!

#093 - Adam Reed

Joe Forrester

On the latest Korda podcast, we have the man behind Oxford Carp Baits, Joe Forrester. Furthermore, Joe is also a seasoned carp angler who has fished some of the country's finest lakes for quintessential UK fish.

On the latest Korda podcast, we have the man behind Oxford Carp Baits, Joe Forrester. Furthermore, Joe is also a seasoned carp angler who has fished some of the country's finest lakes for quintessential UK fish.

#092 - Joe Forrester

Tim Paisley

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we have carp fishing legend, Tim Paisley! Tim's incredible influence on carp fishing has spanned over 40 years. Tim has not only caught an abundance of great carp throughout his angling career, but he has also written numerous publications where he has shared these fantastic captures. 

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we have carp fishing legend, Tim Paisley! Tim's incredible influence on carp fishing has spanned over 40 years. Tim has not only caught an abundance of great carp throughout his angling career, but he has also written numerous publications where he has shared these fantastic captures.

#091 - Tim Paisley

Tom Stokes

Elliott Gray

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we got Tom Stokes and Elliott Gray on the show to talk all things carp fishing this summer! The pair of them got together to discuss how they both prepare bait for their summer sessions, how they find their spots and much more! If you are looking for some tips and tricks to add to your summer fishing, then be sure to give this episode a listen. 

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we got Tom Stokes and Elliott Gray on the show to talk all things carp fishing this summer! The pair of them got together to discuss how they both prepare bait for their summer sessions, how they find their spots and much more! If you are looking for some tips and tricks to add to your summer fishing, then be sure to give this episode a listen.

#090 - Tom Stokes & Elliott Gray Summer Spots, Bait and Preparation

Ritchie McDonald

Pete Springate

Welcome back to Part 2 of the Korda podcast with carp fishing legends and good friends, Ritchie McDonald and Pete Springate. On this podcast, we continued our journey revisiting some of the pair's most iconic captures from some of carp fishing's most notable venues.

Welcome back to Part 2 of the Korda podcast with carp fishing legends and good friends, Ritchie McDonald and Pete Springate. On this podcast, we continued our journey revisiting some of the pair's most iconic captures from some of carp fishing's most notable venues.

#089 - Ritchie McDonald & Pete Springate Pt.2

On this very special 2-PART episode of the Korda podcast, we have carp fishing legends and good friends, Ritchie McDonald and Pete Springate. On this podcast, we revisited some of the pair's most iconic captures from some of carp fishing's most notable venues. As we take a trip down memory lane of their time fishing together. Part 2 of this show will follow in episode #089 in two weeks time.

On this very special 2-PART episode of the Korda podcast, we have carp fishing legends and good friends, Ritchie McDonald and Pete Springate. On this podcast, we revisited some of the pair's most iconic captures from some of carp fishing's most notable venues. As we take a trip down memory lane of their time fishing together. Part 2 of this show will follow in episode #089 in two weeks time.

#088 - Ritchie McDonald & Pete Springate Pt.1

Chris Ball

On this episode of the Korda podcast, the legendary carp fishing historian, Chris Ball returned to the studio! In this podcast, Chris and Rich looked back at the history of Donald Leney and his strain of Leney carp. A man whose work and efforts proved integral to the history of carp fishing here in the UK today.

On this episode of the Korda podcast, the legendary carp fishing historian, Chris Ball returned to the studio! In this podcast, Chris and Rich looked back at the history of Donald Leney and his strain of Leney carp. A man whose work and efforts proved integral to the history of carp fishing here in the UK today.

#087 - Chris Ball

Tom Loraine

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we have avid carp angler, Tom Loraine. Tom has cracked the code! He has managed to balance a busy work and family life, all the while, targeting and capturing some of the finest carp in the country. In this episode, we take a look back at numerous impressive captures including Apple from Blue Lagoon, Moonscale from North Met and much more!

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we have avid carp angler, Tom Loraine. Tom has cracked the code! He has managed to balance a busy work and family life, all the while, targeting and capturing some of the finest carp in the country. In this episode, we take a look back at numerous impressive captures including Apple from Blue Lagoon, Moonscale from North Met and much more!

#086 - Tom Loraine

James Turner

On this episode of the Korda podcast is Korda's very own, James Turner! James is a long-time carp angler, who from a very young age, started big carp fishing on one of the country's most famous lakes, Tol Pits. He has then gone on to fish on some of the country's trickiest pits, for some of the nation's best carp!

On this episode of the Korda podcast is Korda's very own, James Turner! James is a long-time carp angler, who from a very young age, started big carp fishing on one of the country's most famous lakes, Tol Pits. He has then gone on to fish on some of the country's trickiest pits, for some of the nation's best carp!

#085 - James Turner

Martin Locke

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we are joined by carp fishing legend, Martin Locke. In this episode, we spoke to Martin about his early days of fishing, Tina Turner and of course, the many incredible and distinguished captures that gave him his stellar angling reputation.

On this episode of the Korda podcast, we are joined by carp fishing legend, Martin Locke. In this episode, we spoke to Martin about his early days of fishing, Tina Turner and of course, the many incredible and distinguished captures that gave him his stellar angling reputation.

#084 - Martin Locke

Rich Stewart presents The Thinking Tackle Podcast. The original Thinking Tackle was one of Korda’s most successful and popular projects ever, and now you can listen to it on the go. We will be speaking to a variety of popular guests, discussing advice and tips and sharing our most entertaining fishing stories and adventures.For more information and content from Rich Stewart visit, https://www.cypography.co.uk/.

Enjoyed it. Looking forward to more episodes.

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Rich Stewart presents The Thinking Tackle Podcast. The original Thinking Tackle was one of Korda’s most successful and popular projects ever, and now you can listen to it on the go. We will be speaking to a variety of popular guests, discussing advice and tips and sharing our most entertaining fishing stories and adventures. For more information and content from Rich Stewart visit, <a href="https://www.cypography.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cypography.co.uk/</a>.

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Aaron Copp

Aaron Copp is a former futures trader, who away from his previously hectic career, fishes some of the trickiest big carp lakes in the country. He has consistently caught from waters such as Walthamstowe, Sutton on Hone, Horton and Savay. In the near future, Aaron is planning to release his first book, which chronicles his angling life. This promises to be a must read for anyone wishing to know what it REALLY takes to be a successful big carp angler.

Aaron Copp is a former futures trader, who away from his previously hectic career, fishes some of the trickiest big carp lakes in the country. He has consistently caught from waters such as Walthamstowe, Sutton on Hone, Horton and Savay. In the near future, Aaron is planning to release his first book, which chronicles his angling life. This promises to be a must read for anyone wishing to know what it REALLY takes to be a successful big carp angler.

#012 - Aaron Copp, the carp journey

Simon Scott

On this episode of the podcast, fish farmer and biologist, Simon Scott joins Simon Pitt in the studio. Simon has a Master of Science degree in applied fish biology, making him expert on carp behaviour. He works as a fisheries consultant, and is also a director for Sussex based fish farmers, VS Fisheries. Simon is also a prolific angler, he has caught the former British record carp known as “Mary” from Wraysbury. Today, he continues to target some of the largest and most cherished carp in the country.

On this episode of the podcast, fish farmer and biologist, Simon Scott joins Simon Pitt in the studio. Simon has a Master of Science degree in applied fish biology, making him expert on carp behaviour. He works as a fisheries consultant, and is also a director for Sussex based fish farmers, VS Fisheries. Simon is also a prolific angler, he has caught the former British record carp known as “Mary” from Wraysbury. Today, he continues to target some of the largest and most cherished carp in the country.

#011 - Simon Scott, half man, half carp 

Darrell Peck

Darrell Peck is regarded as one of the most prolific big carp anglers around. Since his early twenties, he has caught some of the largest and most sought after fish. He also regularly appears on Korda’s Thinking Tackle and Masterclass series. Furthermore, his book “My Misspent Youth” relives accounts of his entire carp fishing journey. Lastly, at the age of just 35 years old, he was the youngest ever angler to be inducted into the Carp Fishing Hall of Fame.

Darrell Peck is regarded as one of the most prolific big carp anglers around. Since his early twenties, he has caught some of the largest and most sought after fish. He also regularly appears on Korda’s Thinking Tackle and Masterclass series. Furthermore, his book “My Misspent Youth” relives accounts of his entire carp fishing journey. Lastly, at the age of just 35 years old, he was the youngest ever angler to be inducted into the Carp Fishing Hall of Fame.

#003 - Darrell Peck, inside the mind of the big carp hunter

Over the years, Korda’s Masterclass series has helped develop the carp fishing skills of many anglers. The newly released Masterclass Volume 7 series, available on free DVD, or to watch online, continues to give the most up to date carp fishing tactics, tips and ideas. On this episode of the podcast, Korda’s Danny Fairbrass, Darrell Peck, Tom Dove and Rob Burgess come into the studio to discuss their latest addition to the Masterclass series.

Over the years, Korda’s Masterclass series has helped develop the carp fishing skills of many anglers. The newly released Masterclass Volume 7 series, available on free DVD, or to watch online, continues to give the most up to date carp fishing tactics, tips and ideas. On this episode of the podcast, Korda’s Danny Fairbrass, Darrell Peck, Tom Dove and Rob Burgess come into the studio to discuss their latest addition to the Masterclass series.

#010 - Korda Masterclass 7 Special 

Lee Jackson

Lee Jackson joins Simon Pitt on this episode of The Thinking Tackle Podcast. In 2001, Lee went on to win the British Carp Angling Championship. That same year, he caught the fish known as ‘Two-Tone’ at a British record weight of 61.7oz. In 2010, Lee was inducted into the Carp Fishing Hall of Fame, he also went on to win The Carp Angling World Championship on two occasions, in 2011 and 2017. Lee is also a writer who has printed multiple publications, including Just for the Record - The Quest For Two-Tone.

Lee Jackson joins Simon Pitt on this episode of The Thinking Tackle Podcast. In 2001, Lee went on to win the British Carp Angling Championship. That same year, he caught the fish known as ‘Two-Tone’ at a British record weight of 61.7oz. In 2010, Lee was inducted into the Carp Fishing Hall of Fame, he also went on to win The Carp Angling World Championship on two occasions, in 2011 and 2017. Lee is also a writer who has printed multiple publications, including Just for the Record - The Quest For Two-Tone.

#008 - Lee Jackson, Just for the Record 

Carl and Alex join Simon Pitt on this episode of The Thinking Tackle Podcast. Carl and Alex are two young brothers who have a passion for fishing, and now make a living as full-time YouTubers. Their channel, Carl and Alex Fishing, is based around their regular angling endeavours, both domestically and internationally. Some of their best captures and personal relationships have been caught on camera, making them both highly relatable and inspirational to anglers all around the world.

Carl and Alex join Simon Pitt on this episode of The Thinking Tackle Podcast. Carl and Alex are two young brothers who have a passion for fishing, and now make a living as full-time YouTubers. Their channel, Carl and Alex Fishing, is based around their regular angling endeavours, both domestically and internationally. Some of their best captures and personal relationships have been caught on camera, making them both highly relatable and inspirational to anglers all around the world.

#009 - Carl and Alex, capturing fishing on film 

Big fish angler, Elliott Gray, is the man behind Cypography, an independent carp fishing channel that produces online monthly films. He started his career working for Korda Developments, where along with his passion for carp fishing, he discovered a love for writing and photography. His passion and creative talents have had an undeniable influence on todays carp fishing scene, both in front and behind the camera. 

Big fish angler, Elliott Gray, is the man behind Cypography, an independent carp fishing channel that produces online monthly films. He started his career working for Korda Developments, where along with his passion for carp fishing, he discovered a love for writing and photography. His passion and creative talents have had an undeniable influence on todays carp fishing scene, both in front and behind the camera.

#006 - Elliott Gray, the original carp angler

Julian Cundiff

Julian Cundiff has had a huge influence on the English carp fishing scene for over three decades. His instructional books and other media outputs have helped improve and develop the carp fishing abilities of many anglers. On this episode of the podcast, Julian joins Simon for a very candid and colourful conversation, proving why he is so endeared and respected throughout the entire angling community.

Julian Cundiff has had a huge influence on the English carp fishing scene for over three decades. His instructional books and other media outputs have helped improve and develop the carp fishing abilities of many anglers. On this episode of the podcast, Julian joins Simon for a very candid and colourful conversation, proving why he is so endeared and respected throughout the entire angling community.

#004 – Julian Cundiff, fishing’s sexiest man

Simon Hartop

Simon Pitt is joined in the podcast studio by the co-creator of independent carp fishing publication subsurface journal, Simon Hartop. Simon has been fishing since the early 80’s and caught his first twenty pound carp over 30 years ago. As well as landing numerous large carp, he also enjoys catching other species of fish. Over the years he has contributed to various angling magazines and publications and this year he edited the British Carp Study Group’s 50th anniversary book.

Simon Pitt is joined in the podcast studio by the co-creator of independent carp fishing publication subsurface journal, Simon Hartop. Simon has been fishing since the early 80’s and caught his first twenty pound carp over 30 years ago. As well as landing numerous large carp, he also enjoys catching other species of fish. Over the years he has contributed to various angling magazines and publications and this year he edited the British Carp Study Group’s 50th anniversary book.

#005 – Simon Hartop, it’s the journey that matters in the end

Tom Dove

Tom Dove is Korda’s head of product development and stars with Ali Hamidi and Neil Spooner on ITV4’s Monster Carp series. In 2005, he won the British Young Carp Angling Championships, which lead to a career in carp fishing. In his early teens, Tom began fishing on the famous Walthamstow complex in East London, his carp fishing learning ground. Following this, he fished Essex big fish water, The Essex Manor. It was here that he caught his present personal best carp known as, The Amphibian.

Tom Dove is Korda’s head of product development and stars with Ali Hamidi and Neil Spooner on ITV4’s Monster Carp series. In 2005, he won the British Young Carp Angling Championships, which lead to a career in carp fishing. In his early teens, Tom began fishing on the famous Walthamstow complex in East London, his carp fishing learning ground. Following this, he fished Essex big fish water, The Essex Manor. It was here that he caught his present personal best carp known as, The Amphibian.

#007 - The Christmas Special with Tom Dove 

Neil Spooner

Neil Spooner is the Korda Developments European sales manager. However, he is best known for starring alongside Tom Dove and Ali Hamidi in ITV4’s popular fishing series “Monster Carp”. Neil has been fortunate enough to have fished for some of the world’s biggest carp. He has caught some true monster’s, notably one of Lac de Saint-Cassien’s largest carp, weighing in at over 70 pounds. On this episode of the podcast, Neil talks exclusively about his personal life and his extensive fishing experiences.

Neil Spooner is the Korda Developments European sales manager. However, he is best known for starring alongside Tom Dove and Ali Hamidi in ITV4’s popular fishing series “Monster Carp”. Neil has been fortunate enough to have fished for some of the world’s biggest carp. He has caught some true monster’s, notably one of Lac de Saint-Cassien’s largest carp, weighing in at over 70 pounds. On this episode of the podcast, Neil talks exclusively about his personal life and his extensive fishing experiences.

#018 - Neil Spooner, carp fishing's Mr. Nice Guy

Danny Fairbrass

Gigantica has built a reputation as being one of the world’s premier big carp commercial fisheries. Since being purchased over a decade ago by Danny Fairbrass, the lake has continued to consistently produce some of the biggest carp around. Today, the lake currently holds 3 known fish exceeding 80lbs and numerous others weighing over 70lb’s. On this edition of the podcast, Danny talks everything Gigantica, from how he initially purchased the lake, to explaining how to catch these exclusive carp.

Gigantica has built a reputation as being one of the world’s premier big carp commercial fisheries. Since being purchased over a decade ago by Danny Fairbrass, the lake has continued to consistently produce some of the biggest carp around. Today, the lake currently holds 3 known fish exceeding 80lbs and numerous others weighing over 70lb’s. On this edition of the podcast, Danny talks everything Gigantica, from how he initially purchased the lake, to explaining how to catch these exclusive carp.

#017 - Danny Fairbrass talks Gigantica, the lake of monsters

Nigel Botherway

Nigel Botherway is a Sunday Times sports journalist and host of talkSPORT’s Fisherman’s Blues. Plus, he has also appeared on Sky Sports’ "Tight Lines" on numerous occasions, as a featured angler and as a stand-in presenter. Nigel has also fished some of Europe’s top carp waters including, The Orient, Lake Der-Chantecoq and Lake Raduta in Romania. He also enjoys angling for a variety of different species, including huge record-breaking catfish and monster salmon.

Nigel Botherway is a Sunday Times sports journalist and host of talkSPORT’s Fisherman’s Blues. Plus, he has also appeared on Sky Sports’ "Tight Lines" on numerous occasions, as a featured angler and as a stand-in presenter. Nigel has also fished some of Europe’s top carp waters including, The Orient, Lake Der-Chantecoq and Lake Raduta in Romania. He also enjoys angling for a variety of different species, including huge record-breaking catfish and monster salmon.

#016 - Nigel Botherway, the fishing adventurer 

Mark Wheeler

Dr. Mark Wheeler is an award-winning psychologist and accredited therapist who dedicates much of his time towards treating military veterans who suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder. He set up iCARP after discovering that fishing could help alleviate the symptoms of PTSD. Steve “Johno” Johnston is a military veteran who served for 22 years and subsequently, he now suffers from PTSD. Since then, he has made considerable progress and is now an angling coach for the iCARP team.

Dr. Mark Wheeler is an award-winning psychologist and accredited therapist who dedicates much of his time towards treating military veterans who suffer with post-traumatic stress disorder. He set up iCARP after discovering that fishing could help alleviate the symptoms of PTSD. Steve “Johno” Johnston is a military veteran who served for 22 years and subsequently, he now suffers from PTSD. Since then, he has made considerable progress and is now an angling coach for the iCARP team.

#015 - Dr. Mark Wheeler and Steve "Johno" Johnston, the hidden benefits of going fishing

Luke Stevenson

Luke Stevenson is an Essex based carp angler who has an undeniable ability to catch large numbers of big carp from difficult venues. His recent successes on Carthagena has galvanised his reputation even further. Over the two winters, Luke landed many of the lakes most prized fish, including “Tango” at a lake record weight of over 53lbs. This success has been replicated on other notable venues too, including, The North Met and the Shallow Lake on the St Ives complex.

Luke Stevenson is an Essex based carp angler who has an undeniable ability to catch large numbers of big carp from difficult venues. His recent successes on Carthagena has galvanised his reputation even further. Over the two winters, Luke landed many of the lakes most prized fish, including “Tango” at a lake record weight of over 53lbs. This success has been replicated on other notable venues too, including, The North Met and the Shallow Lake on the St Ives complex.

#014 - Luke Stevenson, a very carpy insight

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