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.
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Podcast Overview
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.
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June 23, 2026
Ep 18 - Built to Lead: Liberty Hill Seniors Barrett Gray & Eric Walker | 2nd at Championship
<p>Welcome to Episode 18 of FAN Reel Talk — where fishing, faith, and friendships come together.In this episode, host Jeff Cook sits down with Barrett Gray and Eric Walker — senior leaders of the Liberty Hill Fishing Team and 2nd place finishers at the FAN Championship on Lake Waco.After six years on the team, Barrett and Eric have grown into leaders who represent what it means to compete with discipline, lead with purpose, and leave a lasting legacy. From tournament success to excelling in academics and FFA state competitions, their journey is about much more than fishing.In this episode, we cover:• Their six-year journey with the Liberty Hill Fishing Team• What it took to finish 2nd at the FAN Championship• Leadership, team culture, and leaving a legacy• Balancing school, FFA, and competitive fishing• Faith, mindset, and lessons learned on the water• What separates good anglers from great onesThis conversation is all about stepping into leadership, competing at the highest level, and using your platform to impact others.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to Faith Angler Network🔁 Share this with someone who loves fishing, leadership, and the outdoors#FANReelTalk #FaithAnglerNetwork #LibertyHillFishing #HighSchoolFishing #BassFishing #FishingLife #Leadership #StudentAthletes #LakeWaco #FFA</p>
June 8, 2026
Ep 17 -FAN Championship on Lake Waco (2026) | Awards
<p>The wind never let up… and neither did these anglers.Welcome to Episode 17 of Reel Talk—our FAN Championship Highlight Episode from Lake Waco (May 16–17). This was one of the toughest and most rewarding tournaments of the season, with 20–25 mph winds pushing anglers to their limits.Host Jeff Cook is joined by FAN’s GM and the voice of our tournaments, Andrea Canon, as they break down the entire championship weekend—from emotional check-ins and championship rings to the grind on Championship Sunday.🎬 Plus — the full Championship Awards Ceremony is featured in this episode!🔥 In this episode:• Championship Awards Ceremony (featured at the end of the episode)• Behind-the-scenes with Andrea Canon (GM)• Championship weekend conditions & strategy• 63 teams, 99 bass, and over 253 pounds weighed in• Top 5 teams and scholarship winners• Big Bass moment (7.70 lbs!)• The unexpected “kitten incident”• Stage energy, dad jokes, and dance-offs• Senior recognition & the deeper purpose of FAN🏆 1st Place: Beau Glauser & Lane Meyer (Boerne Bass Club) – 20.84 lbs🎣 Big Bass: Alec Grover – 7.70 lbsThis isn’t just about fishing—it’s about building character, creating opportunity, and investing in the next generation.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to Faith Angler Network for more episodes of Reel Talk and tournament coverage.#FaithAnglerNetwork #ReelTalk #BassFishing #LakeWaco #FishingLife #NextGen #HighSchoolFishing</p>
May 22, 2026
Ep. 16 | Season Highlights + Championship Preview at Lake Waco with Justin Rieger
<p>Welcome to FAN Reel Talk Episode 16.In this episode, FAN Vice President Justin Rieger joins us in the studio for a full season recap and a preview of what’s ahead at the FAN Championship on Lake Waco.This season has taken us across Texas—from Lake Belton, to the grind at Coleto Creek, separation at Lake LBJ, and the pressure of Lake Travis. Each stop has told a bigger story than just fishing.It’s been about growth, consistency, leadership, and using the platform of competition to impact the next generation.We break down:Key moments from every stop on the seasonAngler of the Year performance by Braxton Ebner & Remington StewartStandout teams and breakout performancesThe rise of next-generation anglers through FAN derby eventsFaith moments and leadership stories from the trailA full preview of the Championship at Lake WacoAt the center of it all is the mission of the Faith Angler Network—using fishing as a platform to live out the Great Commission and invest in the next generation.🎣 Now it all comes down to one weekend at Lake Waco.#FaithAnglerNetwork #FANReelTalk #BassFishing #TournamentFishing #HighSchoolFishing #TexasFishing #FaithInAction #GreatCommission #LakeWaco #RoadToWaco #FishingSeason</p>
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