Welcome to Get the Net, the Kiwi fishing podcast where the yarns are as wild as the waters we fish!
Hosted by Nick, a self-confessed multiple-time member of the Caught Bugger All Fishing Club*, this show dives into epic stories, top tactics, and must-have gear from NZ’s best anglers.
From offshore Marlin to soft baits in the shallows, we’re all about real fishing talk—no gatekeeping, just good banter, expert tips, and the odd fishing fail.
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Matt Wells on Surviving Off the Land, Kayak Fishing & Viral Fame| Get the Net Podcast | EP12
Saison 1 · Épisode 12
lundi 13 octobre 2025 • Durée 01:21:17
Matt Wells – better known as Nomadic Kayak Fishing – isn’t just the guy who went viral after being chased by a great white shark while livebaiting for kingfish from his kayak. He’s built a lifestyle around adventure, self-reliance, and chasing his passions. In this episode, Matt relives that heart-pounding shark encounter and how it changed his approach tosafety and respect for the ocean.
Beyond the viral moment, Matt shares what life looks likeliving full-time out of his van, making his income through YouTube, and surviving by living off the land. His journey shows what’s possible when you step away from the conventional path and lean into a simpler, more adventurousway of life – one built around fishing, freedom, and connection with the outdoors.
We also explore Matt’s biggest inspirations, the species heloves to target, and the lessons he’s learned about mindset and resilience. From battling kingfish in a kayak to adapting to life on the road, Matt’s yarns are as much about lifestyle and philosophy as they are about fishing.
✅ Matt Wells @_matt09wells_ (IG)
✅ @nomadickayakfishing (YT)
⏱️ Chapters /Segments
✅ (00:00) – Matt’s introduction to the world of fishing ✅ (05:00) – Living full-time in a van, making a living from YouTube, and surviving off the land.
✅ (21:50) – Why he loves kayak fishing, and the mindset and safety required to do it.
✅ (33:00) – Matts obsession with catching Big Kingfish ✅ (51:30) – The full story of being chased by a great white shark while kayak fishing for kingfish. ✅ (70:00) – Matt’s biggest inspiration and what drives him to keep pursuing this lifestyle.
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)
🎥 Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser Mics
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
‘In Joon Park’ Deep Drops, Swordfish & The Korean BBQ Lure | Get the Net Podcast | EP11
Saison 1 · Épisode 11
lundi 29 septembre 2025 • Durée 01:06:37
In Joon Park, better known as @extreme_fishingnz, is one of the most recognisable personalities in the New Zealand fishing scene. His hilarious reels, authentic style, and epic time on the water have made him a favourite for anglers across the country.
But behind the laughs, In Joon is a seriously accomplished fisherman with a deep love for targeting big species in deep water.
In this episode, we dive into his passion for deep dropping for bass, hapuka, and bluenose – the mystery and excitement of never knowing what’s coming up from hundreds of meters down. We also talk about his obsession with swordfish, the true gladiators of the sea, including theincredible story of an 83-year-old man who battled one for three hours on stand-up gear.
On top of that, In Joon gives us a look into his new 8.4m Offshore build – a serious weapon of a boat kitted out with cutting-edge gear – and talks about designing his own custom soft bait colour, the now-famous “Korean BBQ”. This is an episode full of laughs, fishing wisdom, and some epic yarns from one of the sport’s great characters.
✅ In Joon Park @extreme_fishingnz(FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube)
⏱️ Chapters /Segments
✅ (00:00) – In Joon’s journey from funny fishing reels to becoming one of NZ’s most followed anglers.
✅ (10:30) – In Joon’s first fishing memories, where the addiction begun!
✅ (20:00) –Behind the scenes of his new Offshore 840 build
✅ (30:00) – His passion for deep dropping and the thrill
EP02 'Wes Braddock' Innovation, Kiwi Fishing & Lighting up the deep Get the Net NZ
Saison 1 · Épisode 2
mardi 8 juillet 2025 • Durée 01:07:22
🎙️ Wes Braddock – Bright Ideas & Better Fishing
In this episode of Get the Net, Nick chats with WesBraddock—former science teacher, keen fisho, and the inventive mind behind Glowbite. From battling kingfish in the shallows to lighting up deep water drops, Wes shares the backstory behind Glowbite lures, his journey from idea to production, and how data-driven testing helped him prove what actually works underwater.
They talk about lure design, drift techniques, fish behavior, and how fishing connects generations. Plus, Wes drops two epic recipes you’ll want to try after your next mission.
✅ (00:00) – Wes’s journey from teaching to tackle design
✅ (06:00) – The thrill of the chase
✅ (13:00) – The lightbulb moment – from toy to prototype
✅ (21:00) – The Jack Flash story
✅ (35:00) – Gear talk: rods, drag & the science of bite
🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed
✅ Glowbite Grumpy Fish
✅ Glowbite Jack Flash
✅ Microbaits
✅ Glowbite Gangster ‘Crank Bait’
🍽️ Recipes Shared
✅ Wes’s Smoked Fish Pie with Bacon & Kumara
Ep01 'Mark Kitteridge' Get the Net NZ - Fishing Legend, Light Gear B- Kingfish, Softbaits & Fishing Yarns from a Kiwi Legend, Light Gear Battles & Cooking Kai
Saison 1 · Épisode 1
mardi 1 juillet 2025 • Durée 54:03
🎙️ Mark Kitteridge – Kingfish, Softbaits & Fishing Yarns from a Kiwi Legend In this episode of Get the Net, Nick sits down with legendary Kiwi fisho Mark Kitteridge—a true OG in the scenewho’s spent decades writing, fishing, and teaching others how to do it better. They dive into softbaiting finesse, barbless hooks, 14-foot boats, a few humble lessons from the wash, and that time he accidentally caught a marlin whiletargeting kingfish.
Mark brings the wisdom, the honesty, and even shares a few feed-friendly fish recipes from the home kitchen. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or salty veteran, this episode’s full of laughs, lessons, and some properly good gear chat.
✅ Mark Kitteridge @markkitteridge (IG)
✅ Softbaiting the wash for snapper
✅ Topwater for Kingfish
✅ Marlin at the 3 Kings
Time Stamps:
✅ (00:00) – Intro & Marks early fishing days
✅ (06:00) – Humbled by the wash
✅ (15:00) – Marks 14-foot tinny
✅ (23:30) – Softbait Strategies
✅ (30:00) – Kingfish & Topwater
Gear & Techniques Discussed
✅ Targeting Snapper on softbaits
✅ Ocean Angler TopGun + Daiwa Certate 4000
✅ Daiwa Saltiga 8’1” PE5 + Daiwa Saltiga 14000-XH
✅ Targeting Kingfish on Topwater
‘Wayne Downer’ Snapper, Kingfish & The Lure Masters Journey | Get the Net Podcast | EP10
Saison 1 · Épisode 10
lundi 15 septembre 2025 • Durée 01:29:40
From his early days exploring Motuora Island and the Wenderholm Inlet in a little Sea Nymph with a smoky 2-stroke, Wayne Downer has built a lifetime of fishing memories.
In this episode of Get the Net, Wayne shares how those beginnings led to epic trips like the 3 Kings — where he landed a 43kg kingfish — and why his real passion lies in softbaiting the shallows for big, angry snapper.
We talk about the evolution of lure fishing in New Zealand, Wayne’s philosophy on fishing smarter (not harder), and how he’s turned his passion into a platform for others.
As the founder of the Lure Masters competition, Wayne has created one of the country’s most exciting tournaments — one that gives away a boat each year and celebrates innovation in the sport.
This yarn is packed with stories, lessons, and insights from a man who has seen it all — from humble beginnings to monster catches — and who continues to shape New Zealand’s lure fishing community.
✅ Wayne Downer @of2fish (FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube)
✅ @nzluremasters ⏱️
Chapters /Segments
✅ 00:00 – Wayne Downer - Early Days & Influences
✅ 08:00 – New Zealand Snapper Record
✅ 17:30 – Fishing in the shallows ‘Softbaiting Expertise’
✅ 45: 00 – Sustainable fishing & the anglers choice
✅ 107:00 – The Lure Masters Journey + How to win!
✅ 1:25:00 – Quickfire questions
🌟 Links & Socials-
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz]- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
Devan Vitali Family man crafting experiences & creating the NZOFC | Get the Net EP09
Saison 1 · Épisode 9
lundi 1 septembre 2025 • Durée 47:58
Devan Vitali has spent a lifetime on the water, but thesedays fishing means something even more special – building memories with his kids and sharing the adventure with family.
In this episode of Get the Net, Devan reflects on what it’s like to pass on a love of the ocean to the next generation and why those days on the water matter so much more than just the fish you bring home.
He’s also one of the driving forces behind the New ZealandOffshore Fishing Club, a community built around a shared passion for fishing, camaraderie, and the unforgettable stories that come from fishing the shallows or chasing giants out wide.
Devan talks about the vision behind NZOFC and what it means for the sport. This is a yarn packed with family, fishing, and a reminder of why we all go to sea in the first place – not just for the catch, but for the moments that last a lifetime.
Kaz Otsubo – ‘The Fishing Wiki’ & Oceans Legacy NZ | Get the Net Podcast | Ep08
Saison 1 · Épisode 8
mardi 19 août 2025 • Durée 01:14:03
Kaz Otsubo is a lifelong angler and the owner of The Fishing Wiki, the go-to place for Oceans Legacy gear in New Zealand. Born and raised in Japan, Kaz grew up fishing rivers and harbours with a bamboo rod and tiny hooks, developing an early obsession that never left him.
After moving to New Zealand, he discovered the incredibleoffshore fishery here and fell in love with slow pitch jigging—a technique that changed the way he thought about targeting snapper, kingfish and more.
In this episode, Kaz shares his journey from Japan to NZ,how he learned local conditions, and why slow pitch jigging became his specialty. He talks through gear selection, rod and reel setups, reading the sounder, picking jigs for different depths, and getting the right action tomatch what the fish want on the day.
Kaz also explains the mission behind The Fishing Wiki:supplying high-quality slow pitch fishing tackle, sharing knowledge, and helping Kiwi anglers get better results. Along the way, he drops tips for staying patient, experimenting with retrieves, and thinking like a fish.
Whether you’re new to jigging or already addicted, this chatis packed with real, practical advice from someone who lives and breathes it.
✅ Oceans Legacy New Zealand (FB) https://www.facebook.com/oceanslegacynz
✅ Saltwater Lure Fishing
✅ Bluefin Jigging
⏱️ Chapters / Segments
✅ (05:00) – Growing Up Fishing in Japan
✅ (09:30) – Night Jigging for Giant Bluefin Tuna
✅ (15:00) – Kaz’s worst day one the water ‘Solo Mission gone wrong’
From a Breakup to the Best Year of Her Life — Kyla Klintworth ("She Hooks n Hunts") | Get the Net | EP07
Saison 1 · Épisode 7
mardi 12 août 2025 • Durée 44:09
Kyla Klintworth, better known as She Hooks and Hunts,joins us for a relaxed, inspiring chat about her journey into the outdoors. In this inspiring and candid chat, she shareshow she went from heartbreak to chasing adventure, hunting, fishing, and enjoying the ‘best year of her life’ all while building an authentic online community that connects with thousands.
We talk about her love for the outdoors, the moments that shaped her, and the personal growth that came from following her passions. Whether you’re into fishing, hunting, or just love a good comeback story, Kyla’s journey will leave you motivated to make your next chapter your best yet.
✅ Kyla Klintworth @shehooksnhunts (IG, TikTok)
⏱️ Chapters /Segments
✅ (00:00) – Kyla’s Journey into the fishing scene
✅ (06:00) – 3 Kings for just $150
✅ (22:00) – A game fishing disaster ‘Caught Bugger All’
✅ (29:30) – How to build your online presence
✅ (30:55) – Camera Failed at this point – we lost 20mins of the chat sadly
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
Kubura Fishing & the Surprise Sailfish – Nik Key Goes Deep |Get the Net Podcast | EP06
Saison 1 · Épisode 6
mardi 5 août 2025 • Durée 01:06:57
Nik Key is the owner and skipper behind Snap Fishing Ventures, with over 30 years of obsessive lure fishing experience. He’s not just a charter skipper, he’s a teacher, guide, product developer and content creator who loves helping others land the fish of their dreams.Nik talks about growing up fishing Birkenhead Wharf, the thrill of watching someone catch their first fish, and his passion for lure fishing evolution in New Zealand. He sharesdeeply practical tips on drogue setup, gear choices (especially light line and big hooks), reading sounders, finding workups, and adapting techniques for different conditions.Nik also discusses running over 750 charters and private guiding trips, without ever taking stinky bait onboard (lures only), teaching clients everything from sounder setup to driftplanning, plus digitising decades of fishing data to plan better trips.
He talks about memorable catches—from sailfish on a Kabura in Western Australia to big kingfish in Whangarei Harbour—and why keeping things simple, staying curious, and thinking like a fish are the keys to success.
Nik’s Online Shop is HERE (please consider supporting him with a purchase) or Contact Nik direct for a discount (mention you saw him on Get The Net)
'Ruan Hayward' Surf to Ski, Jet Skis, Big Dreams & Bigger Fish | Get the Net Podcast EP05
Saison 1 · Épisode 5
mardi 29 juillet 2025 • Durée 49:11
'Ruan Hayward' Surf to Ski, Jet Skis, Big Dreams & Bigger Fish | Get the Net Podcast | EP05
In this episode of Get the Net, Nick chats with Ruan Hayward— a dedicated fisho who’s built his fishing journey from the ground up. Originally from South Africa, Ruan shares how he started surfcasting around Auckland with just a rod and a bus pass, learning the local conditions the hard way.
From there he graduated to owning a JetSki for solo missions chasing kingfish and snapper, and now owns a beautiful boat for game fishing and deep missions with the crew & for his future family boating.
They talk about reading sign, planning trips around weather, the mindset shift that comes with bigger water, Ruan opens up about how fishing really helps his mental health and what his future looks like here in New Zealand
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice orvideo yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
✅ Fish Balls with Melted Cheese Centres in Marinara
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Instagram
✅ Listen & Watch
- YouTube: www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube AudioLibrary)
Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)🎥 Production Notes
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)
🎥 Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser mics + Zoom P4 interface
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
✅ (18:30) – Jigging Deep Dive ‘how metal baits are revolutionising fishing’
✅ (39:00) – Deep Sea Species (200m+) on Slow Pitch Jigs
✅ (59:00) – Targeting and catching Squid on Jigs
🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed
✅ Ocean’s Legacy Elementus Slow Pitch Game Rod PE2
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)
🎥 Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
✅ 15:00 – Teaching Clients on Charters
✅ 24:00 – Gear, Drogues & Dialing in Tactics
✅ 46:00 – Become a better fisherman by using Ai & Thinking Like a Fish
✅ Follow Us - Instagram: @getthenet_nz - TikTok: @getthenet_nz - YouTube” @getthenet_nz ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win aGlowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)
🎥 Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
🍽️ Recipes Shared
✅ Kingfish Sashimi with Sesame Dressing
✅ Bluefin Tacos (or Wraps) with Fresh Flour Tortillas
- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]
✅ Follow Us
- Instagram: @getthenet_nz
- TikTok: @getthenet_nz
✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club
Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap.
Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta.
🎵 Music Used
✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena
✅ Satellites, Swello
✅ Momentum, Zplit
✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)
🎥 Production Notes
✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics
✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro
✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle
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