Welcome back to the All-Ways Carp Fishing Podcast – the home of big ideas, bold opinions, and brilliant fishing insight.

In Episode 8, we dive deep (literally and figuratively!) into one of the most hotly debated questions in carp fishing: Do carp actually learn – and how smart are they, really? 🧠🐟

Joining Chilly in this explosive episode is none other than Rob Hughes, the man with decades of underwater diving experience and one of the most respected experts in the carp fishing world. Rob shares what he’s seen with his own eyes beneath the surface – how carp react, adapt, and potentially even learn from their encounters with anglers.

🔥 This is not just a discussion – it’s a debate. Chilly and Rob go head-to-head, exchanging theories, stories, and science as they tackle:

Do carp really learn from being caught?
Can they distinguish rigs and baits over time?
How do they respond to pressure and repeated angling?
And most importantly… what's the #1 factor in achieving consistent success in carp fishing?
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, this episode will challenge your thinking, open your eyes, and give you real-world insights to take to the bank.