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#035 - Rob Wootton

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

Release Date: 12/25/2023

AI & Technology: Can It Win Fishing Matches? | The Weigh-In #011 show art AI & Technology: Can It Win Fishing Matches? | The Weigh-In #011

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

Episode 11 of The Weigh In is here, and Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney are kicking off 2026 in style. The show is back with a forward-looking discussion on AI and technology in fishing—and whether cutting-edge tech can really win fishing matches in the future. The trio also teased an exciting announcement coming to Guru in 2026, setting the tone for a big year ahead. To balance out the tech talk, they swap hilarious ice-fishing stories that perfectly match the cold start to the new year.

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#054 - The LIVE Fishing Gurus Podcast 2025 Christmas Special show art #054 - The LIVE Fishing Gurus Podcast 2025 Christmas Special

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

🎄🎣 Welcome to a very special Guru Podcast Live! Recorded live at Barston Lakes in front of 100 amazing guests, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, Adam Rooney, and Andy Bennett get together for a festive show packed with laughs, insight, and plenty of Christmas spirit. In this episode, we dive deep into all things 2025 in match fishing, share some festive stories, give away Christmas prizes, and answer your questions in a lively Q&A with the live audience. Grab a brew, get comfortable, and enjoy this Christmas edition of the Fishing Gurus Podcast – thank you for being part of an incredible...

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Are Match Organisers STEALING Anglers' Money? (SURPRISE Christmas Guest!) | The Weigh-In #010 show art Are Match Organisers STEALING Anglers' Money? (SURPRISE Christmas Guest!) | The Weigh-In #010

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Episode 10 of The Weigh In Podcast is a Christmas Special 🎄 with Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney—plus a very special visit from Santa himself… a.k.a. Lee Kerry! Lee joins the lads for a brilliant festive episode full of laughs, chat and Christmas chaos. The guys answer your questions on match organisers making money and World Championships coming to England, and they exchange surprise Secret Santa gifts! 🎁 What will they get?! Sit back, enjoy, and get into the Christmas spirit with The Weigh In.

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Prize Money In Match Fishing IS NOT Enough! | The Weigh-In #009 show art Prize Money In Match Fishing IS NOT Enough! | The Weigh-In #009

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

Episode 9 of The Weigh-In sees regular hosts Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer and Adam Rooney joined by special guest Frankie Gianoncelli for a lively deep-dive into some of match fishing’s hottest debates. The team tackle the thorny topic of prize money and pool prices—are they too high, too low, or should we be paying more to win more? They also unpack the growing concerns about bloodworm, exploring why this bait might soon face a ban and what that would mean for anglers. To round things off, the lads get stuck into bait additives and liquids, asking the big question: do they genuinely give...

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Sponsored Anglers Gone Too Far? (The TRUTH No One Talks About) | The Weigh-In #008 show art Sponsored Anglers Gone Too Far? (The TRUTH No One Talks About) | The Weigh-In #008

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In this episode of The Weigh-In, Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive deep into one of match fishing's most heated topics — have sponsored anglers gone too far? The lads open up about the realities behind sponsorship culture, from intense product and bait testing to navigating brand politics. They break down exactly what it takes to perform at the very highest level while carrying the expectations of major companies. The discussion doesn't stop there as the team also tackles the hot question: Are fishery pellets a scam? Expect honest takes, expert insight, and plenty of strong...

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They're RUINING Match Fishing (Should They Be Banned?) | The Weigh-In #007 show art They're RUINING Match Fishing (Should They Be Banned?) | The Weigh-In #007

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

Episode 7 of Guru Podcast The Weigh In with Matt Godfrey, Adam Rooney and Steve Ringer gets straight into the headache of no-shows and how they mess with matches, organisers and anglers alike. The lads chat about why it keeps happening and what kind of consequences might help keep things fair. They also get stuck into the ongoing cormorant issues and how they’re affecting fisheries across the country: festival madness, long waiting lists and the battle between organiser and angler.   

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Digital Or Dial, What Scales Are Best? | The Weigh-In #006 show art Digital Or Dial, What Scales Are Best? | The Weigh-In #006

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

In Episode 6 of Tackle Guru's The Weigh In Podcast, hosts Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive straight into one of angling's most argued topics—digital vs. dial scales. They share experiences comparing accuracy and reliability, each making their case for which option truly belongs at a weigh-in! What do you think comes out on top? The trio also take on another hot debate: what actually counts as "proper fishing"? The lads share their personal views with the laughs and honest opinions you expect at The Weigh-In. It's another lively episode packed with great chat, expert insight,...

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Are You Underprepared For Fishing? | The Weigh-In #005 show art Are You Underprepared For Fishing? | The Weigh-In #005

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

🎣 Episode 5 of The Guru Podcast – The Weigh-In is here, and it’s a cracker! Matt Godfrey, Steve Ringer, and Adam Rooney dive deep into fishing preparation – are you guilty of turning up underprepared, or can being too prepared actually hold you back on match day? The lads share their own experiences, tips, and a few laughs along the way. They don’t shy away from controversy either, tackling hot topics like the F1 fishing scene and giving their brutally honest takes on your questions from last week’s show. Expect strong opinions, proper banter, and plenty of insight – exactly...

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Are Fishing Shops Failing? | The Weigh-In #004 show art Are Fishing Shops Failing? | The Weigh-In #004

The Fishing Gurus Podcast

In Episode 4 of The Guru Podcast – The Weigh In, Steve Ringer reflects on his incredible double gold success in Belgium, while Matt shares some exciting personal news! The lads also dive into the state of fishing tackle shops — are they struggling, and what can we do to support them? As always, expect plenty of laughs, honest chat, and your questions answered in another packed episode. Grab a brew, sit back, and enjoy the latest from The Weigh-In!

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NET LIMITS - What Is Sensible? | The Weigh-In #003 show art NET LIMITS - What Is Sensible? | The Weigh-In #003

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Welcome to Episode 3 of The Weigh In, featuring SPECIAL GUEST'S Adam Wakelin, and Andy Bennett! This week’s episode dives into the hot debate around net limits, packed with expert opinions, great banter, and plenty of insight from some of the biggest names in the sport. We also catch up with Steve Ringer and Adam Wakelin, who are currently fishing abroad in Belgium with the England Feeder Team in the European Feeder Cup. They share exclusive updates from their trip, behind-the-scenes stories, and much more! Meanwhile, Andy Bennett joins us to talk all things net limits, bait rules, and more...

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MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄🎅 On this Christmas Day special episode of the podcast, we have Rob Wootton! Rob is a current England feeder international angler, a former £70,000 Maver Match This champion and he was also in the winning team of the first-ever European Feeder Cup held this year at Barston Lakes.