NZSFC's POD AND REEL Podcast
Welcome to the Pod and Reel podcast, presented by the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council, a national body with over 50 affiliated clubs across New Zealand, and over 37,000 members.
Since 1957, NZSFC has focussed on setting standards for responsible fishing practices, collating records, organising events like the Nationals, and supporting its affiliated fishing clubs. This podcast dives deep into the history, the people, and the clubs that make up our fishing community. We'll explore the highs and lows of fishing and learn from mistakes made, striving to be better, safer, and smarter when we interact with the water. With 15,000 kilometres of coastline, New Zealand's fishing history is rich with stories of the tussle between us and the sea.
Join Mike Plant as we delve into these topics and more on the Pod and Reel podcast, your gateway to the world of all things fishing in New Zealand.
Episodes
11 episodes
Episode 10 Swept Away At Papanui Point Pt 1
We share Baz’s near-drowning at Papanui Point and the choices that brought him home. We unpack why survival hinged on calm thinking, and how rock fishing can be made safer without losing the sport we love.• why west coast rock fishing i...
Episode 12: HPA's and the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park
What does it feel like to grow up where crayfish once filled wooden sea tanks and kahawai boiled along the beach all year, then watch that richness fade to mud and empty reef? Sitting above Omaha and looking across to Goat Island, we talk with ...
Episode 9 : Women at the Helm Pt 2
New Zealand's fishing and boating world is being transformed by women who are taking leadership roles, challenging stereotypes, and creating inclusive spaces for everyone on the water.• Mercury Bay Game Fishing Club women describe how c...
Episode 8: Breaking Boundaries: Wahine Leading the Way in NZ Fishing
New Zealand's maritime landscape is changing as women step into leadership roles on the water, bringing fresh perspectives and challenging outdated assumptions about who belongs at the helm.• Lisa Noble shares her journey fro...
Episode 7: One Mistake Is All It Takes: Real Stories from NZ's Deadliest Waters
The West Coast of New Zealand offers world-class fishing but demands extreme respect, with veterans sharing hard-earned wisdom on staying safe in these challenging waters. Five local legends reveal how they've survived decades fishing this unta...
Episode 6: Launching Through Surf: West Coast Wisdom and Warnings
Our journey takes us to New Zealand's wild west coast, where experienced local fishers share crucial knowledge about surviving the unforgiving surf, beach launches, and bar crossings that make these waters so challenging yet rewarding.•...
Episode 5: The Tragedy Off Gisborne: Lessons from a Fatal Bluefin Expedition
The tragic loss of three fishermen off the Gisborne coast last year sent shockwaves through New Zealand's fishing community. What began as a promising day with a forecast of just five knots of wind quickly deteriorated into a nightmare scenario...
Episode 4 : Southern Blue Fin Tuna Part 2
Unlock the secrets of top-quality southern bluefin tuna preservation as we explore Japanese techniques with Tony Walker, aka TK from TK's Offshore Fishing. Discover the meticulous ikijime method and the critical steps for rapidly cooling the tu...
Episode 3 Southern Bluefin Tuna Revival in Waihau Bay Pt 1
SUBSCRIBE for weekly episodes.Experience the thrill of the southern bluefin tuna fishery's resurgence in New Zealand since 2017. When large tuna were first spotted near Cape Runaway, the word spread like wildfire, attracting hundreds of boa...
Episode 1 : An Unplanned Swim Part 1
What happens when a tranquil fishing trip turns into a life-and-death struggle against the elements? This episode brings you the gripping tale of Will Fransen and his ill-fated solo fishing adventure. Will's love for the sea, which began in his...
Episode 2: An Unplanned Swim Part 2
What if a simple wristwatch and the will to survive were all that stood between you and the endless sea? This week, we unravel the gripping story of Will Franson, who fought against hallucinations and the elements while stranded off the coast o...