Cod Tales Podcast

Well, what a bloody month it’s been! From chasing bass to talking absolute rubbish at the Australian Fishing and Outdoor Expo, we’ve covered some kilometres, met some incredible people, had plenty of laughs and somehow managed to squeeze a bit of fishing in along the way!

First up, we’re taking you back to the Aussie Bass Classic, and what an unreal weekend that was! We got stuck into some bass, stepped outside our comfort zones and had a crack at a few new techniques. And I’ll tell you what, there’s nothing better than learning something new, putting it into practice and actually watching it pay off!

There were fish caught, lessons learnt, plenty of laughs and probably a fair bit of shit talk thrown around. But that’s what makes these weekends so bloody good. It’s not always about who’s holding the biggest fish or standing on the podium. Sometimes it’s just about getting out there, having a crack and enjoying the company of some absolute legends.

Then it was time to swap the fishing rods for the podcast microphones as we headed down to Bendigo for the Australian Fishing and Outdoor Expo!

And what an experience that was!

We had our very own Cod Tales stand, got to put some faces to names, caught up with plenty of familiar legends and met some incredible new people along the way.

From listeners stopping in for a yarn to people sharing their fishing adventures and personal stories, it was a massive reminder of just how special this fishing community really is.

And of course, when you put Dane and me behind a stand for a whole weekend, you can guarantee there was plenty of carrying on!

But amongst all the laughs, fishing stories and chaos, something pretty bloody special happened.

The Cod Tales Podcast officially reached $35,000 donated towards mental health! 💙

Thirty-five thousand bloody dollars!

When we first started this podcast, we just wanted to have a laugh, talk fishing, share a few stories and hopefully make a difference along the way.

Never in our wildest dreams did we imagine we’d be sitting here talking about $35,000 going towards mental health.

And the best part? That’s not just our achievement. That’s every single listener, supporter, business, mate and stranger who’s backed what we’re trying to do.

Every donation, every raffle ticket, every bit of merchandise purchased and every conversation has helped us get here.

It goes to show that a couple of blokes talking fishing can actually make a difference.

And if there’s one thing we want people to take away from this podcast, it’s that you never know what someone else is going through. A simple conversation can change someone’s day, and sometimes even save a life.

So tonight we’re wrapping up one hell of a month. We’re talking bass fishing, new techniques, the Aussie Bass Classic, the madness of Bendigo, the legends we met and what this massive mental health milestone means to us.

So crack a cold one, kick your feet up and settle in, because we’ve got a fair bit to unpack!

This is Cod Tales Podcast!

🎣 Don’t get your lines crossed – mental health matters. 💙

🎙️ NEW EPISODE – BRENDAN “BRENNO” WILSON 🎣

Some stories are about fishing… others make you stop and appreciate life. This episode is both. ❤️

This week on the Cod Tales Podcast, we sit down with Brendan “Brenno” Wilson, and we can confidently say this is one of the most powerful and emotional conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.

Growing up in the competitive fishing scene, Brenno is certainly no stranger to the tournament world. From chasing Murray cod and yellowbelly to catching world record-breaking black bass, his fishing achievements and experiences are nothing short of incredible! 🏆🎣

But what really makes this episode special isn’t the fish he’s caught or the trophies he’s won.
It’s the battles he’s fought outside of fishing.

Brenno opens up about life’s toughest challenges, his mental health, and a tragic boating accident that nearly cost him his life.

The story he shares is confronting, emotional and an incredible reminder of just how quickly life can change.

We’ve had some amazing guests open up about mental health over the years, but the honesty, courage and vulnerability Brenno brings to this conversation is unlike anything we’ve experienced before.

There’s no sugar-coating it. Just a bloke sharing his story, the highs, the heartbreaking lows, and what it means to still be here today.

We walked away from this conversation with a whole new perspective on life, and we reckon plenty of you will too.

This is more than just a fishing podcast episode. It’s a story about survival, resilience, mental health and appreciating the little things we sometimes take for granted.

🎧 Whether you’re a tournament fisho, a weekend warrior or someone who’s been through a tough time, we encourage you to give this one a listen.

A massive thank you to Brenno for trusting us with his story and having the courage to share it with our listeners. ❤️

Remember, you never know what battles someone else is fighting. Check in on your mates, have the hard conversations and never be afraid to speak up.

🎣 DON’T GET YOUR LINES CROSSED, MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS. 💚
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Well… one minute you’re a hero, next minute you’re driving home from Mulwala with your tales firmly between your legs 😂🍻

This episode is absolutely loaded!

🔥 The Mulwala round, where it all went pear-shaped
🐟 Azz’s 117cm river cod is officially on the wall
🎣 Pejar turned it ON, an insane trip with some GIANT trout
😳 An EEL IN BURRENDONG?! Wow…
🚤 Fishing open dams during cod closed season,should you or shouldn’t you?
📡 Our LVS34 settings and what’s working for us
🌅 Our go-to cod lures for mornings vs evenings
💛 Yella season is here! Plus, should yellowbelly have a slot limit?

Plenty of fishing talk, plenty of opinions, plenty of laughs and, as usual, a few tales we probably shouldn’t tell. 😂

🎧 EP70: HERO TO ZERO
Get it in your ears, legends!

🎣 Cod Tales Podcast with Azz & Dane
Don’t get your lines crossed, mental health matters. 💚

NEW EPISODE!
Boat bogs and big cods 🎣

A fish of a lifetime for Dane, and a moment that reminds us exactly why we fell in love with fishing in the first place.
The full story is now out in the latest episode of Cod Tales Podcast from the build up and anticipation to the moment Dane finally landed this incredible Murray cod.

The size is incredible, but what means the most is the smile, the mates standing beside you, and the memory that will never fade.

Congratulations, brother. We couldn’t be prouder to finally share this story with everyone.

121cm of Murray cod. One unforgettable story.

#CodTalesPodcast #121cm #MurrayCod #FishOfALifetime #Mateship #FishingAustralia #codtales #persistence #rodandrifleclothing #42casts

G’day legends, and welcome back to another episode of the Cod Tales Podcast with Azz and Dane!

This week we’re joined by the one and only Banksy, and we’re covering plenty of ground. We dive into the world of tournament fishing, chat about our goals for the season ahead, and look at some of the massive events coming up, including Teams Fishing Australia and the Mate Fishing Challenge.

We also take a trip down memory lane, sharing some of our favourite fishing moments, along with a few absolute horror stories and shocking encounters that had us questioning why we even leave the house! We catch up on Banksy’s latest mission chasing snapper off Crowdy Head, check out some fresh tackle that’s found its way into the boat, and have plenty of laughs along the way.

So whether you’re driving to work, rigging rods in the shed, or already out on the water, crack a cold one, settle in, and enjoy another yarn with us.

This is Cod Tales.