🎣 Get the Net – Tight Lines, Loose Lips! 🎙️

In this episode of Get The Net, we sit down with Lisa Noble, founder of Ocean Obsessed Apparel and Swordie Boots, to talk about her journey from working on game boats to building her own fishing brand.

Lisa grew up around the ocean and spent time working aboard game fishing boats before settling down and starting a family. Her passion for fishing never faded, and while on maternity leave she finally took the leap to launch an apparel brand aimed at filling a gap she’d always noticed — fishing gear designed specifically with women in mind.

That journey eventually led to the development of Swordie Boots, purpose-built fishing boots designed to be comfortable, practical and tough enough for long days on the water. Lisa shares the story behind the brand, lessons from working in the industry, and why her connection to the fishing community helped bring the idea to life.

✅ Lisa Noble @lisa.noble_ & @ocean_obsessed.apparel (IG)
✅https://www.facebook.com/oceanobsessedapparel
✅ https://swordiebootsbyoceanobsessed.com/

⏱️ Chapters /Segments

(00:00) Meet Lisa Noble
Lisa shares how her lifelong passion for the ocean and fishing shaped her journey, eventually leading her to found Ocean Obsessed Apparel

(10:00 )From Boat Show to Tonga Game Fishing
A chance meeting with legendary skipper Steve Campbell opens the door to an unforgettable trip deckhanding in Tonga.

(20:00) First Blue Marlin (Almost) & Giant Thresher Shark
Lisa recounts the highs and near-misses of chasing her first blue marlin, plus an incredible encounter with a huge thresher shark alongside Helen Horrocks.

(30:00) Joining the Gladiator Crew
How Lisa landed a role working aboard Gladiator with Ken and Donna, gaining valuable offshore experience and industry knowledge

(40:00) Rigging Their Own Boat for Marlin
Lisa explains how she and her partner Leighton set up their trailer boat for gamefishing success and the lessons they learned along the way

(50:00) Back to Fishing & Rapid Fire Close
Lisa talks about her plans to get back out chasing big fish and wraps up with the Get The Net quick-fire questions.

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🎵 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 this episode of Get The Net, we sit down with private skipper Jimmy Brown, a fisherman with a seriously impressive career spanning New Zealand and some of the world’s best sportfishing destinations. From his time aboard the legendary Carol Libby — part of a program that raised nearly 900 blue marlin in a season — to chasing giant bluefin tuna in Nova Scotia, Jimmy shares what it takes to operate at the highest level of gamefishing.   

Jimmy now runs Advanced Sport Fishing, helping Kiwi anglers rig their boats properly and fish more effectively. We dive into how to set up a trailer boat for success, the importance of presentation and precision, and how small details can make a huge difference when chasing big fish. From lure spreads to ocean conditions, Jimmy explains what separates consistent crews from everyone else.  

We also talk blue marlin in Costa Rica, giant bluefin tuna in Nova Scotia, broadbill swordfish in New Zealand, and even shallow-water snapper fishing. Jimmy shares practical advice for everyday anglers plus insights gained from fishing professionally around the world — including the mindset needed to chase big fish and keep improving.
  
✅ Jimmy Brown @jimmybrown24 & @advancedsportfishing (IG)
✅ https://advancedsportfishing.co.nz
✅ https://www.titangaffs.com/

⏱️ Chapters /Segments

(00:00) – Meet Jimmy Brown: From Deckie to Elite Skipper
Jimmy’s journey into game fishing and how he built a career chasing big fish around the world.

(00:10) – Learning the Hard Way at the Three Kings
Jimmy’s early charter days at the legendary Three Kings Islands and the lessons that shaped him as a skipper.

(00:18) – Giant Swordfish & Why Marlin Still Win
Landing a massive NZ broadbill and why Jimmy still believes marlin are the ultimate gamefish.

(00:30) – Giant Bluefin & World-Class Tactics
Fishing Nova Scotia for monster tuna and practical tips to improve your results anywhere.

(00:40) – Building Boats That Catch Fish
Inside Jimmy’s business Advanced Sport Fishing and how he rigs boats for serious performance.

(00:50) – Finding Fish with Technology
How ocean charts, temperature breaks and data help locate pelagics faster.

(01:00) – Stay or Move? The Toughest Call in Fishing
Jimmy explains when to stick it out — and when it’s time to run.

(01:10) – Wash Fishing: Jimmy’s Kiwi Obsession
Why shallow-water snapper fishing is still some of the most exciting fishing around.

(01:15) – The Famous Get The Net Questions
Rapid-fire questions covering gear, stories and Jimmy’s personal favourites.

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- Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692]

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🎵 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

Ben Chissell didn’t set out to build New Zealand’s biggest online fishing platform — he started it after getting absolutely slammed for asking what he thought was a simple fishing question. Instead of backing down, he decided there had to be a better way for Kiwi fishos to connect, learn, and share without being ridiculed. That moment sparked what would become the NZ Fishing Community, now the largest online fishing group in the country.

In this episode, Ben opens up about the early days — the criticism, the backlash, and the growing pains of running a fast-scaling Facebook group. We talk about moderation, online pile-ons, misinformation, and the responsibility that comes with leading a platform where thousands of anglers share reports and opinions daily. We also unpack some of Ben’s early boating mishaps and hard-earned lessons — the kind most fishos can relate to — and the journey from figuring it out the hard way to landing a world record gemfish.

We also dive into the One Ocean Protest, and how — much like starting the Facebook group — it came from frustration. Frustration with government decisions, frustration with how recreational fishers were being represented, and the decision to channel that energy into action instead of just noise. This episode is about resilience, community, learning publicly, and what can happen when you turn criticism into something constructive.
✅ Ben Chissell @chissellben (IG)
✅ https://www.facebook.com/groups/nzfishingcommunity
✅https://www.facebook.com/profile.phpid=61583108365415 (one ocean project)

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- YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz]
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🎵 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

How One Kiwi Changed Fishing Forever — The Rise of JetSkiFishing
Andrew Hill is one of the true pioneers of JetSki fishing in New Zealand. Nearly two decades ago, when most people thought it was reckless or impossible, Andrew began converting JetSkis into capable offshore fishing platforms —laying the groundwork for what has now become a global movement.

In this episode of Get The Net, Andrew shares thefull journey — from early DIY modifications to working directly with Sea-Doo on the development of the FishPro and ST3 hull. We dive into softbaiting from a JetSki, how to read conditions when you’ve only got one shot, and why JetSki fishing forces you to be more deliberate, efficient, and aware on the water.

Beyond the gear and techniques, this is a story aboutcommunity. Andrew talks about the events, rides, and friendships that have formed around JetSki fishing — creating a space where people learn together, fish together, and build connections that last well beyond a day on the water.

✅ Andrew Hill  @andrewhilladventurefishing (IG)
✅ Andrew Hill Adventure Fishing (Facebook)
✅ https://www.youtube.com/@jetskifishing
✅ https://jetskifishing.co.nz/

⏱️ Chapters /Segments
(00:00) – How JetSki Fishing Even Became a Thing

Andrew takes us back 19 years to when fishing off a JetSkiwas seen as crazy — how he started modifying skis, experimenting offshore, and proving it could be done properly and safely.

(10:00) – From Backyard Mods to Sea-Doo FishPro
The journey from DIY conversions to working directly with Sea-Doo on the FishPro and ST3 hull — what they learned, what mattered most, and how real-world fishing shaped the final design.

(20:00) – Softbaiting from a JetSki (What Actually Works)
Andrew breaks down his softbaiting approach from a ski —positioning, drift control, lure choice, and why simplicity still wins even on a high-tech platform.

(30:00) – Reading Conditions & the JetSki VS Boat comparison
Why JetSki fishing forces you to fish smarter — weatherwindows, decision-making, risk management, and committing to a plan when you don’t have a mothership behind you. Why Andrew prefers a JetSki over a boat.

(40:00) – Community, Events & Lifelong Friendships
The JetSki fishing community, organised rides, shared missions, and how these events have created real friendships and a tight-knit culture around the sport.

(50:00) – Content Creation & JetSki Fishing
Where JetSki fishing is heading, how content is driving whatAndrew does on the water and pushes him to keep trying for bigger and more exciting catches.

(60:00) — Final Thoughts & Rapid-Fire questions
Andrews answers to the 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]

✅ Follow Us
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🎵 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

200kg Bluefin Tuna, Striped Marlin, and the SwordfishThat Attacked His Boat

Luke Davis is one of those names that needs no introduction in New Zealand fishing. A true gamefishing all-rounder, Luke has spent his entire working life at Yeehaa Fishing Tackle, and over the years has quietly built a reputation as one of the most respected and knowledgeable fishos in the country.

In this episode, Luke goes deep on gamefishing strategy,from chasing yellowfin tuna on topwater to consistently finding and hooking marlin, and how he sets his boat up for success before the lures even hit the water. It’s a masterclass in preparation, reading conditions, and stacking small decisions in your favour when targeting big fish.

But the stories don’t stop there. Luke also shares two ofthe most unbelievable captures of his life — landing a 200kg bluefin tuna, and the infamous 360kg swordfish that attacked his outboard in what might be one of the strangest catches ever recorded in NZ waters.

Packed with hard-earned knowledge, proper yarns, and decades of experience, this is a must-watch for anyone who loves big fish and real fishing stories.

✅ Luke Davis  @lukendavis (IG)
✅ Precision Angling @precisionangling
✅ Verivas New Zealand @verivasnewzealand
✅ https://www.yeehaatackle.co.nz

⏱️ Chapters /Segments
(00:00) — Intro: Luke Davis & a Lifetime in Fishing
One job, one tackle store, decades on the water, and areputation built the hard way.
(10:00) — Growing Up in the Fishing World
How Luke’s early years shaped his approach to fishing andproblem-solving offshore.
(20:00) — Marlin Strategy & Boat Setup
How Luke sets his boat up for success before the lures evenhit the water.
(30:00) — Gear, Spreads & On-WaterDecisions
Lure choices, positioning, and adapting when things aren’tgoing to plan.
(40:00) — Light Gauge VS Heavy Gauge
How Luke changed his rigs from heavy gauge to light gauge and WHY it works
(50:00) — The recreational fisherman & his value
Why sport fishing is a crucial industry to New Zealand & how important it is to look after it!
(60:00) — The 360kg Swordfish That Attacked the Outboard
The most bizarre catch of Luke’s life — how it unfolded and why it still blows minds.
(67:00) — Final Thoughts & Rapid-Fire questions
Luke’s answers to the fun questions we like to ask everyone who comes on Get the Net
🌟 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]

✅ Follow Us
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🎵 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