Spearo Diaries
Episodes
SD #31 Kieran Andrews : Optimistic Soul & Appreciative Explorer
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
To kick off the new year in 2026, we bring you a phenomenal conversation with an optimistic spearo who is constantly striving to improve his craft. A ...
SD: 30 - Spearo World Champs – Kiwi Team Head to Brazil
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Spearo Diaries, we chat with four of Aotearoa’s top competitive spearfishers as they prepare to represent New Zealand at the 20...
SD: 29 - Tim Li - Creative Ocean Celebrator & Pursuer of Perfection
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we chat to a spearo who truly cares about the natural world. A man who is extremely humble about his special talent for creatively captur...
SD: 28 - Sam Wild - Underwater Creator & Ocean Advocate
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To kick off the Aotearoa spring season, we recently sat down with someone we’ve wanted on Spearo Diaries since day one: Sam Wild. You might know him...
SD: 27 - Jeremy Viall - Heart of Gold & King of Cuisine
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this Spearo Diaries Episode we have an interesting & in depth yap with one of our favourite gear gurus. A man with a Heart of Gold & King o...
SD:26 - Summer Debrief : Long Distance Dive Buddy Catch-up
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This juicy ep has been a long time coming — the mermaids have been absolutely lifing! But we finally managed to catch up and sum up our summer of di...
SD:25 - Jacob & Blake - Buddy bromance & Northern Explorers Part Two .
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for "BJ " round 2 where Jacob & Blake discuss memorable fish , sneaky ledges , sunfish buttholes , tall tales and PB ika. We were bless...
SD: 24 - Jacob & Blake - Buddy Bromance & Northern Explorers
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our latest poddy chat is a double doozey. Two spearos and two episodes. A blossoming bromance in and out of the water.Jacob & Blake @_jacob_kenne...
SD: 23 NZ NATIONALS - Part two - The Opens
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NZ Spearfishing Nationals Ep - Part 2 - The Opens Competition Rundown is up next .Big Sealions - Big Paua - Big freakouts - Big Boats & Big Wi...
SD: 22 - NZ NATIONALS : Stewart Island - Part 1
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the rundown of the mermaid spearos experience at the New Zealand Spearfishing Nationals 2025 ( held in December 2024) in Rakiura - Stewart...
SD:21 Kent Remihana - Ace Photographer & Infamous Uncle Spearo
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are plunging back into the year of poddy episodes with an EPIC chat we’ve been stashing away in the audio files. A passionate ocean lover , phot...
SD: 20 Andrew Ruddock - Bundy Bear and Practical Guide
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode includes some informative yarns, tips, stories and accounts of adventures from a man who has represented Aussie in spearfishing man...
SD:19 Ihaka Steel - Kai Gatherer & Salty Dog
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode on the poddy is a quality conversation with a spearo who treasures his time in the ocean and proudly feeding his people . A natural...
SD:18 Simon Jones - Genuine Gem & Seasoned Spearo
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is with Genuine Gem & Seasoned Spearo - Simon Jones. A Spearo who is very low key about his abilities, with a holistic view of...
SD:17 Sophie Hamilton - Sophisticated Spearo & Moana Mumma
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have a delightful & insightful conversation with another wahine weapon of the seas and an absolute sweetheart. Sophie is very modest abou...
SD: 16 Matt Kaio: Spearo Dad - Seaman and Storyteller
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we have a wholesome & captivating chat with one of the greatest storytellers we know.A man who has ventured & dived in many diff...
SD:15 Great Barrier Reef ( G Baz ) Trip Debrief
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we chat together about Elise's experience, of what she describes as "her hardest diving yet" in Great Barrier Reef, Australia. It includes s...
SD: 14 Alex Edwards SMQ Part 2
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is the part two of our chat with Alex Edwards. We chat adventures, Record fish and hot tips and tricks and get to know her more as ...
SD: 13 Alex Edwards - Slay Money Fishy Fishy Queen
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for Spearo Diaries Season 2 - Spring . With an absolute SLAYER first Guest . Alex Edwards: Part One. The Slay Money Fishy Fishy Queen ...
SD:12 Kat Greager - Octacle Creator & Foraging Chick
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have our first "online zoom " podcast interview. We had a great chat with kiwi business chick and @_octacle_ creator Kat. She...
SD:11 Spearo Diaries - The Two Great Barriers
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode the mermaids have a great yarn. We chat about Laura's recent diving trip to Great Barrier Island, NZ and her focus on the Snapper spe...
SD:10 Jamie Dunne - Mad Dog & Lord of Longshots
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hilariously shocking stories from an absolute Mad Dog & G.C . One of our favourite humans - Lord of the Longshots - Snapper of Finns - Dog Dad - D...
SD: 09 Kerry Walden - Classy Creature & Water Weapon
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We finally get to introduce our first female poddy Guest 🙌 Lovely human - Graceful diver - Water lover - Spearo Kid Mum - Freedive Instructor - Cre...
SD:08 Herb Herbert - Seasoned Master & Wise Bloke
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing our next episode Guest : " Herb " Herbert . Known famously in the Spearo world for his time ; competing - coaching - organizing and frothi...
SD:07 Luke Potts - Calculated Hunter & Shark Fanatic
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode we have a really interesting and informative chat with Aquatic Rehab content creator and legend spearo . Cinematic Genuis - Calculated...
SD:06 Spearo Diaries - Mercury Bay Comp
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we cover the Mercury Bay Open Competition. We chat to 4x spearo pairs before and after the comp. Hear a run down of their strategies and how...
SD:05 - Rob Harrison - Diving Guru & Fish Fizzer
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Spearo Diaries we talk with Rob Harrison - Dive Guru & Fish Fizzer. He is an energetic and passionate human.A fierce competiti...
SD:04 - Laura Kuggeleijn - Spearotual Mermaid & Badass Battler
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we put ourselves back in the hot seat and give you the chance to get to know your hosts as Elise interviews Laura. An intriguing conversatio...
SD:03 - Darren Shields - Legendary Adventure Chaser & Guru
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode is with the Legendary Adventure Chaser, Spearfishing Equipment Pioneer, A man with a long list of competitive achievements and accolade...
SD:01 Spearo Diaries: Port Valley Comp
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A full "Spearo Diaries" Pre & Post Comp Debrief Episode with mermaids Laura and Elise. Covering competing at the Port Valley Far North Champs, NZ...
SD:02 Elise Clynes - Competitive Frother & Slayer Mermaid
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we put ourselves in the hot seat and give you the chance to get to know your hosts as Laura interviews Elise. An entertaining catch up with...
Spearo Diaries Trailer
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Spearo Diaries Podcast. Have a listen to our trailer intro and hear what we and this podcast are all about !