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Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews

Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews

By: Isaac 'Shrek' Daly
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 Actionable info from interviews with spearfishing experts, authorities and characters from all over the world. Improve your Spearfishing | Fuel the Froth | Join the Community Find out more at http://www.noobspearo.comNoob Spearo 2024
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  • NSP:301 The Deep Man Behind DiveR | Ray Powell

    NSP:301 The Deep Man Behind DiveR | Ray Powell
    Jul 1 2025
    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 laughs. Important times 00:00 Intro04:14 Ray Powell's Early Spearfishing Memories06:14 Founding of DiveR Australia08:55 A Tragic Spearfishing Incident12:53 Spearfishing Safety and Risks21:27 A Dangerous Encounter with an Irukandji29:52 Decompression Sickness in Freediving39:08 Challenges of Deep Diving, Hydration and Nutrition48:03 Rediscovering the Joy of Diving01:03:04 Innovations in Diving Equipment01:07:13 Wetsuits and Weight Considerations01:08:56 Fin Rails and Stability01:09:42 Shorter Blade Fins01:10:33 Fin Width and Customization01:11:25 Innovations in Fin Materials01:17:46 Foot Pockets and Energy Transfer01:19:22 Diver Australia and Custom Designs01:25:45 Spearfishing Experiences and Favorite Companions01:26:50 Dream Fish and Spearfishing Philosophy01:30:03 The Future of Spearfishing Media01:32:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Listen in and subscribe on iOS or Android https://link.chtbl.com/Download_This_Episode Important Links diverfins.com Grab a hardcover copy of 99 Spearo RecipesNoob Spearo Facebook CommunityNoob Spearo InstagramNoob Spearo YouTube Channel Noob Spearo Partners and Discount Codes SpearReady | Get Spear Ready and make the most of your next spearfishing trip! 50 days to better spearfishing!Astard Pole Spears | Use the code NOOBSPEARO to get FREE SHIPPINGAdreno Spearfishing – Buy your spearfishing equipment here. Use the code NOOBSPEARO save $20 on every purchase over $200 at checkout – Flat shipping rate, especially in AUS!Neptonics Spearfishing and Freediving – Use the code NOOB10 to save 10% off anything store-wide. Free Shipping on USA orders over $99Aqualyte Hydration | 10% off for listeners with code: NOOBSPEARONoob Spearo MAD GEAR | ‘Spearo Dad’ | ‘Jobfish Tribute’ | 99 Spearo Recipes Immersion Online freediving classes | 28-day Freediving Transformation | Equalization Masterclass – Roadmap to FrenzelHow To Freedive | The 5 minute Freediver | Break the 10 Meter Barrier – Use the code NOOBSPEARO to saveAudible.com Get a free audiobook along with a 30-day trial here. Listen to 99 Tips to Get Better at SpearfishingOld Man Blue | Wickedly tough and well thought out gear! Check out the legendary SeaSac HERE HohnkeOutdoors.com - 20% off with code NOOBSPEAROKamokapearls.com use the code NOOB15
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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • NSP:300 Community Special | Captain Dan Walsh

    NSP:300 Community Special | Captain Dan Walsh
    Jun 11 2025
    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! Watch NSP:300 on YouTube Important times 00:00 Theo and Jackson's voice messages01:20 Intro and voice messages15:30 Welcome Captain Dan Walsh01:35:05 Outro and last messages Listen in and subscribe on iOS or Android https://link.chtbl.com/Download_This_Episode Important Links Watch NSP:300 on YouTube Grab a hardcover copy of 99 Spearo RecipesNoob Spearo Facebook CommunityNoob Spearo InstagramNoob Spearo YouTube Channel Noob Spearo Partners and Discount Codes SpearReady | Get Spear Ready and make the most of your next spearfishing trip! 50 days to better spearfishing!Astard Pole Spears | Use the code NOOBSPEARO to get FREE SHIPPINGAdreno Spearfishing – Buy your spearfishing equipment here. Use the code NOOBSPEARO save $20 on every purchase over $200 at checkout – Flat shipping rate, especially in AUS!Neptonics Spearfishing and Freediving – Use the code NOOB10 to save 10% off anything store-wide. Free Shipping on USA orders over $99KillShot Spearguns | Simple, Effective, Dependable Wooden Spearguns. Use the Code NOOB to save $30 on any speargun:)Aqualyte Hydration | 10% off for listeners with code: NOOBSPEARONoob Spearo MAD GEAR | ‘Spearo Dad’ | ‘Jobfish Tribute’ | 99 Spearo Recipes Immersion Online freediving classes | 28-day Freediving Transformation | Equalization Masterclass – Roadmap to FrenzelHow To Freedive | The 5 minute Freediver | Break the 10 Meter Barrier – Use the code NOOBSPEARO to saveAudible.com Get a free audiobook along with a 30-day trial here. Listen to 99 Tips to Get Better at SpearfishingOld Man Blue | Wickedly tough and well thought out gear! Check out the legendary SeaSac HERE HohnkeOutdoors.com - 20% off with code NOOBSPEAROKamokapearls.com use the code NOOB15
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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • NSP:299 Spearfishing Super Slam, World Record Striped Marlin and Battling Breast Cancer | Nikki Watt

    NSP:299 Spearfishing Super Slam, World Record Striped Marlin and Battling Breast Cancer | Nikki Watt
    Jun 2 2025
    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 - check out NSP:087. Important times 00:00 Intro03:17 Diving into the Super Slam03:21 Spearfishing Gear and Techniques06:04 Challenges and Triumphs in Spearfishing12:01 The Black Marlin Adventure16:14 Spearfishing Community and Ethics33:32 Family Life and Spearfishing37:34 The Sailfish Story41:35 The Importance of Seizing Opportunities41:57 The Difference Between Competitive and Recreational Divers42:39 Generosity and Drive in Spearfishing44:38 Teaching and Learning in Spearfishing45:15 Challenges and Rewards of Self-Taught Divers48:33 The Risks and Strategies of Spearfishing51:18 Teamwork in Blue Water Hunting53:04 The Journey to the Blue Marlin01:03:25 Achieving the Super Slam01:20:23 Reflections and Future Goals Listen in and subscribe on iOS or Android https://link.chtbl.com/Download_This_Episode Important Links NSP:087 with Nikki Watt@wattbry__ Grab a hardcover copy of 99 Spearo RecipesNoob Spearo Facebook CommunityNoob Spearo InstagramNoob Spearo YouTube Channel Noob Spearo Partners and Discount Codes SpearReady | Get Spear Ready and make the most of your next spearfishing trip! 50 days to better spearfishing!Astard Pole Spears | Use the code NOOBSPEARO to get FREE SHIPPINGAdreno Spearfishing – Buy your spearfishing equipment here. Use the code NOOBSPEARO save $20 on every purchase over $200 at checkout – Flat shipping rate, especially in AUS!Neptonics Spearfishing and Freediving – Use the code NOOB10 to save 10% off anything store-wide. Free Shipping on USA orders over $99KillShot Spearguns | Simple, Effective, Dependable Wooden Spearguns. Use the Code NOOB to save $30 on any speargun:)Aqualyte Hydration | 10% off for listeners with code: NOOBSPEARONoob Spearo MAD GEAR | ‘Spearo Dad’ | ‘Jobfish Tribute’ | 99 Spearo Recipes Immersion Online freediving classes | 28-day Freediving Transformation | Equalization Masterclass – Roadmap to FrenzelHow To Freedive | The 5 minute Freediver | Break the 10 Meter Barrier – Use the code NOOBSPEARO to saveAudible.com Get a free audiobook along with a 30-day trial here. Listen to 99 Tips to Get Better at SpearfishingOld Man Blue | Wickedly tough and well thought out gear! Check out the legendary SeaSac HERE HohnkeOutdoors.com - 20% off with code NOOBSPEAROKamokapearls.com use the code NOOB15
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    1 hr and 31 mins

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Amazing content. #actionable

Shrek has amazing conversations with spearfishers from all over the globe. Funny, insightful, knowledgeable and super easy to listen to. My favourite podcast hands down. Make sure you get the book as well it’s a pearler.

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well of knowledge

This podcast keeps on motivating me to keep on learning
Shrek you are doing a great job!
Cheers Karl.

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