ECR adds KZN’s ‘King of Angling’ to its podcast lineup

Above, listen to Vinesh on East Coast Breakfast for the launch.

The ‘Angler News South Africa’ (ANSA) podcast with Durbanite Vinesh Soogreem has joined ECR’s award-winning podcast bouquet. The podcast has been delivering fishing updates, tips, and techniques to South Africa’s angling community since 2022, and has amassed over 150 episodes in its archives.

“Having my podcast as part of the ECR family feels like a dream come true. I’m bursting with joy and excitement,” said an excited Soogreem ahead of the launch.

“I’m in utter awe when I think that an idea - that kicked off in the corner of my garage for a really niche audience – is now part of a mainstream radio station – and in fact, the one I’ve grown up listening to!”

“I am exceptionally grateful to the entire ECR family for believing in me and my podcast as well as all the hard work in taking my show to possibilities I could only imagine,” he added.

Soogreem, and his team of angling experts from around the province, will share real-time reports about the hottest feeding zones in KZN waters every Thursday afternoon, just in time for the weekend.

Plus, a new second expert series episode will go live every Monday. It’ll feature angling, tourism, and conservation experts who will delve into the science behind the sport. Soogreem will also take a deep dive into water-related topics such as tides and rip currents.

East Coast Radio’s Managing Director Mzuvele Mthethwa says the podcast speaks to the station’s commitment to providing listeners with quality local content that not only entertains but also informs.

“KwaZulu-Natal has a large angling and fishing community, and we are proud to have a podcast that speaks directly to them. Not only will ANSA add value to our audio context mix, but it will also help us to reach a wider audience,” he said.

“This partnership perfectly aligns with ECR’s mission to deliver engaging, relevant content that super-serves our proudly KZN community,” said Diane Macpherson, Head of On-Demand Content for Kagiso Media Radio.

“With Vinesh's unparalleled expertise and Angler News SA's local focus, we're poised to elevate our podcast offering, providing even more top-notch, locally focused content that our listeners can connect with,” she added.

Informally dubbed ‘KZN’s King of Angling’, Soogreem has been part of the fishing and angling community for almost two decades.

He’s also the go-to guy for information on the province’s annual Sardine Run.

Soogreem is an advocate for sustainable fishing practices. His podcast tagline is inspired by a motto he has lived by throughout his angling career, ‘Let’s Fish for the Future’.

“We have so much to offer in KZN and there is always something to catch, and with applying the right techniques - along with understanding the elements around you, there will be very little chance of missing a bite!” he said.

“Whether you are targeting something for the table or chasing the adrenaline of landing a 300kg monster, I have a team behind me to tell you just how to do it. We don’t believe in luck or coincidence when it comes to fishing and by listening to our podcast, you can feel confident in having bending rods and screaming reels,” Soogreem added.

Listen to ‘Angler News South Africa (ANSA)’ with Vinesh Soogreem. New episodes drop Thursdays at 3pm and Mondays at 6am. Listen here or your favourite podcast app. 

Meanwhile, KZN's waters have been teeming with fish inshore, offshore, and freshwater! From record catches to early signs of a great edible season, the latest Angler News South Africa podcast episode has everything you need to know.

Listen to the latest Angler News South Africa podcast below for all the latest information.

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Meet your host, Vinesh Soogreem!

Vinesh Soogreem is a legend in the South African fishing media scene. With over two decades under his belt, he's not just an angler who's explored the KZN waters extensively, but also a passionate communicator who's shared his knowledge through books, magazines, and now podcasts and social media.  Vinesh lives by the motto "Fish for the future," reflecting his dedication to both the sport and conservation.

Vinesh's authority on KZN fishing is unmatched.  Actively involved in the community since the 90s, he's competed at club and social levels, covered major angling competitions, and earned the trust of the media during the Sardine Run. He currently serves as the National Media Liaison for the South African Surf Casting Association, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the South African fishing scene.

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