NSP:278 The Chase and Gather Life | Michael, Rudi and Danny (from Chase and Gather)
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Release Date: 10/17/2024
NSP:307 Sail & Spear Trip 1 Ep 3: Adventures and Anecdotes from the Deep
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
The final installment of a multi-day spearfishing trip called Sail X Spear. The episode features a group discussion and informal debrief with participants and the crew aboard the boat Condor, where they share their highlights, challenges, and "frother" (enthusiastic person) shoutouts from the trip. Conversations center on diving experiences, technical improvements like float line management and shooting accuracy, impressive fish catches (including a mangrove jack and a tuskie), and the positive, ego-free, teamwork-focused atmosphere fostered throughout the journey. The host, Shrek, and others...
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NSP:306 Sail X Spear Highlights: Day Two Debrief
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Episode two of the "Sail and Spear" trip, a spearfishing charter expedition to the Great Barrier Reef aboard the sailboat Condor. The host, Shrek, interviews participants and instructors about the second full day of diving, focusing on their personal improvements, hunting techniques, and "frothy" highlights from the day. Discussions reveal various spearfishing successes, challenges with equipment and visibility, and notable catches like Spanish Mackerel, Coral Trout, and a large crayfish, all while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and dive buddy...
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NSP:305 Sail X Spear Ep1: Hard Won Lessons and Frothy Tales
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
In this episode of the Noob Spearo Podcast, Shrek kicks off day one of their spearfishing adventure on the Great Barrier Reef aboard the Condor. Shrek is joined by Eckart from Salt Sessions, instructors Tim and Ryan along with a group of enthusiastic spearos, some of whom are experiencing the tropics for the first time. The episode, recorded live on board, features segments where divers share their 'frothy moments'—highlights of their day, including special fish catches and new learning experiences such as float line management and managing breath holds. With plenty of teamwork, fun, and...
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NSP:304 Aiming up at Worlds in Brazil | Bryson Sheehy
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Interview with Bryson Sheehy Todays episode is with Bryson Sheehy as he gears up to take on the world's best spearfishermen at the World Championships later this year in Brazil! won the Australian Spearfishing Championship in 2022, now he's taking on the world, this time in Brazil. Get insight into what goes into preparing for a competition of this caliber, how much an event like this costs to compete in and some actionable hunting tips to help you land your next big fish. - or visit Important times 00:00 Preview 01:20 Intro 02:00 – How to follow Bryson’s journey and support:...
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NSP:303 1770 Spearfishing Retreat Debrief (July 2025) | with Carmen Bolton (Dive, Spear and Sport)
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
1770 Spearfishing Retreat Debrief Todays episode is with about 20 spearos from our 1770 Spearfishing Retreat! More than a course, it's a spearfishing retreat out to some of the worlds best reefs under guidance and instruction from expert spearos. Loads of firsts, PB's and freezers FULL of fish! Hear from instructors, students, and special guests like Carmen from Dive Spear and Sport, as they share their biggest learnings, frothiest moments, and the camaraderie that made this retreat unforgettable. Join us on our next trip - visit SpearfishingCourses.com.au to book your spot! Next Retreat: The...
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NSP:302 Spearing Trivia ON Frothers | STO I with Sam the Waterman
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Spearfishing Trivia Night on the 1770 Spearfishing Charter Todays episode is a new concept we're trying - a spearfishing trivia night! Hosted by Sam The Waterman, Shrek + the That's Chat podcast boys Smythy and Noffas, Tom Sandstrom, Ben Rennie and the rest of the instructors and crew go head to head in a test of spearfishing knowledge while out on our 1770 Spearfishing Trip. Learn something new about spearfishing and have a good laugh with the boys and girls as Sam tests their knowledge of spearfishing. The froth and competitiveness was high! Audio only episode today, check out our...
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NSP:301 The Deep Man Behind DiveR | Ray Powell
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Interview with Ray Powell Todays interview is with DiveR founder Ray Powell! Ray talks about his journey in spearfishing, starting from competitions as a youngster to founding the company we all know and love - DiveR. He shares personal stories, including a close call with decompression sickness and a close encounter with a Irukandji jellyfish. Ray's known for his generosity, often giving gear to help out new divers. We also dive into some technical talk about fin design and the science behind spearfishing gear. Catch this episode for a mix of personal tales, deep diving wisdom, and a few...
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NSP:300 Community Special | Captain Dan Walsh
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Interview with Captain Dan Walsh It's finally here - Episode 300! We are joined by long time friend of the show Captain Dan Walsh as we go through and listen to the community messages and videos sent in to celebrate episode 300! Hear from yourself - the Noob Spearo community as we go through the many messages and videos you all sent in and hear how the Noob Spearo Podcast and community have helped so many spearos dive better and safer and have an amazing time doing it. We can't wait to bring you the next 300 episodes! Important times 00:00 Theo and Jackson's voice messages 01:20 Intro...
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NSP:299 Spearfishing Super Slam, World Record Striped Marlin and Battling Breast Cancer | Nikki Watt
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Interview with Nikki Watt Todays interview is with Nikki Watt - world record holder, cancer survivor and most recently having achieved the Super Slam, hunting one of each of the major billfish species. She did all this while fighting cancer and raising a child! Hear stories from Nikki's adventures out in the water, close calls and get first hand knowledge on what it's like to shoot a world record Marlin. Nikki has been on the show before - . Important times 00:00 Intro 03:17 Diving into the Super Slam 03:21 Spearfishing Gear and Techniques 06:04 Challenges and Triumphs in Spearfishing...
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NSP:298 Inside the Coatesmans Speargun Workshop | Chris Coates
Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews
Interview with Chris Coates Todays interview is with @CoatesmansSpearfishing returning for a 3rd episode! In this episode, Shrek catches up with the legendary spearfishing pro from South Africa who's on a journey to perfect speargun technology. Chris shares an intense story of a shark encounter that almost cost him a finger and talks about his journey trying to perfect speargun technology. They dive deep into the all the details that make spearguns work well. Roller's, rubber thickness, and the pros and cons of different shafts. Chris also talks about his new Devil Fish spearguns...
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Todays interview is with Michael, Rudi and Danny (from Chase and Gather) - 2 South African expats and a Kiwi that run an awesome hunting lifestyle brand! They make awesome videos about hunting, from stalking game through the bush to smashing Wahoo in the deep blue. Join the boys for a memorable conversation about growing up and learning to hunt and spearfish, finding the best spears in the world, the hunting lifestyle and so much more! The hunting and outdoor lifestyle is one that these 3 embody, go check them out on YouTube at Chase and Gather.
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00:13 Intro
09:00 Welcome Michael, Rudi and Danny!
11:30 Flower nuts
15:50 Diving with Laura from Spearo Diaries, South African vs New Zealand boats
20:20 Bending spears? Shoot them top down! Rob Allen, Ocean Hunter and more!
28:00 Chase and Gather merch
29:45 Bags on the boat, Brie cheese and the hunting lifestyle
34:00 Hunting rights, mental health and why we are hunters
41:00 How and why did you all start spearfishing and hunting?
47:35 Fiordland hunting trip - on land and in the water
56:50 What were your biggest mistakes?
01:08:30 The value of true, honest friends
01:12:00 Reelguns vs floatlines, tips to land big fish
01:20:50 Belt reel
01:25:05 Memorable fish, Matauri Bay part 2 and crazy shark stories
01:36:35 GoPro vs Dji Osmo
01:47:55 What partners and sponsors do you have?
01:53:25 Spearo Q&A
01:56:50 Outro
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