FAN Reel Talk is a faith-based fishing podcast spotlighting the next generation of anglers. Hosted by Jeff Cook, Executive Director of Faith Angler Network, the show features middle and high school student anglers, coaches, and outdoor leaders. Each episode dives into youth bass fishing, tournament stories, leadership, and faith-filled life lessons learned on the water. Whether you’re a student angler, parent, or coach, FAN Reel Talk encourages character, competition, and purpose.
EP 23 | Champions Are Built | Beau Glauser & Lane Meyer
Championships aren't built in a single tournament. They're built through preparation, consistency, trust, and the decisions made along the way.In Episode 23 of FAN Reel Talk, Jeff Cook sits down with Beau Glauser and Lane Meyer of the Boerne Bass Club, the 2025–2026 Faith Angler Network Champions.After finishes of 5th, 12th, and 9th, Beau and Lane broke through with a win at Lake Travis and finished just eight points back in the Angler of the Year race. Then came Lake Waco—where they put it all together and captured the FAN Championship.Beau and Lane take us behind the scenes of their season, how their partnership works, their individual fishing styles and strengths, and the decisions they make together on tournament day.We also hear some incredible fishing stories—including Beau's 13-pound, 3-ounce bass from OH Ivie and Lane's six-foot bull shark—and talk about FFA, 4-H, hunting, family, faith, and what's ahead.It's a conversation about Fishing, Faith & Friendships and a reminder that champions are built long before the trophy is handed out.If you enjoy the episode, LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE to help us continue sharing stories that inspire the next generation.Building Character… One Fish at a Time.#FaithAnglerNetwork #FANReelTalk #BassFishing #YouthFishing #BoerneBassClub #FishingFaithFriendships
23 Sept 2026
EP 22 | More Than Fishing – Cooper Hudnall on Faith, Friendship & Finding Your Place
Episode 22 of FAN Reel Talk features Cooper Hudnall, a senior at Liberty Hill High School and Tournament Director for the Liberty Hill Fishing Team.Cooper has spent six years with the Liberty Hill Fishing Team, and in this conversation we get to know the young man behind the fishing jersey—both on and off the water.We talk about growing up fishing Lake Travis with his grandpa as his boat captain, the friendships and competition that make high school fishing special, and why Cooper says he “hates losing more than he likes winning.” He also breaks down his strengths as an angler, why the Texas rig is his confidence bait, and the importance of patience and never giving up when tournament day gets tough.But Cooper’s story goes well beyond catching fish. He shares what the Liberty Hill Fishing Team has meant to him, his memories of Cade Riley and Rippin’ Lips for Red, his passion for helping younger anglers, and the people who have invested in his life.We also talk about Cooper’s faith, the influence of his grandmother, why Romans 8:18 has special meaning to him, and what he hopes the next chapter holds after graduation.🎣 **In this episode:**• Six years with the Liberty Hill Fishing Team• Fishing Lake Travis with his grandpa• Friendship and competition with partner Weston Stark• Cooper’s fishing strengths and favorite techniques• Why patience can change a tournament day• Honoring Cade Riley and Rippin’ Lips for Red• Faith, family, and Romans 8:18• College, business, and life after high schoolJoin us for another conversation about the people and stories behind high school fishing—and the lessons that carry far beyond the water.**Fishing, faith, and friendship.**👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔔 Subscribe#FANReelTalk #FaithAnglerNetwork #HighSchoolFishing #LibertyHillFishing #BassFishing #StudentAnglers
10 Aug 2026
EP 21 | Faith, Fishing & the Drive to Get Better | Lane Voigt
At just 13 years old, Lane Voigt already has a passion for learning, competing, and becoming a better angler.In Episode 21 of FAN Reel Talk, Lane shares his journey growing up fishing, competing with the Boerne Bass Club, and developing a deeper understanding of bass behavior, lure selection, lake conditions, and what it takes to improve on the water.But Lane’s story is about more than fishing. His faith in Jesus Christ is at the center of his life, and he talks about what it means to honor God both on and off the water.We also talk about tournament fishing, handling tough days, building confidence, life outside of fishing, and Lane’s goals as he looks ahead to high school and beyond.🎣 Fishing. ✝️ Faith. 🤝 Friendships.If you enjoy conversations with the next generation of anglers, be sure to **Like, Comment, and Subscribe** to FAN Reel Talk.#FaithAnglerNetwork #FANReelTalk #BassFishing #BoerneBassClub #YouthFishing #Fishing #Faith #TournamentFishing
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