Episodes

  • Episode #128--"Lake Michigan Salmon"
    Oct 2 2026

    We're headed to Lake Michigan this time on the Angler Quest podcast to talk with avid angler Eric Traver.

    Eric talks about his 2026 24 foot Family Fish model, why he chose that boat and what he likes about it.

    He describes springtime sheephead fishing with his kids then switching over to salmon and trout.

    Traver explains how his boat is set up for trolling with downriggers and divers then talks about the reaction from other Lake Michigan anglers...including tournament fishermen.

    The conversation wraps up with Eric's advice to folks considering an Angler Quest. Here's a hint...he say's "get one".

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    29 mins
  • Episode #125--"Northern Lake Huron"
    Jun 23 2026

    We're headed to northern Lake Huron this time on the Angler Quest Podcast for a conversation with Captain Steve Hubert of Chumbucket Charters.

    Steve talks about his lifetime of fishing that unique resource and how it's changed over the years.

    He describes trolling for atlantic and chinook salmon, steelhead, walleye and lake trout.

    The veteran captain also discussess the challenge of targeting crystal clear water and the tactics to overcome that obstacle.

    Steve also talks about why he chose an Angler Quest for his charter business and why his clients prefer that fishing platform.

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    32 mins
  • Episode #126--"Summertime Fishing"
    Jul 24 2026

    We're checking in with the man behind Angler Quest this time on the podcast.

    Brad Dupuie talks about the decision to cancel this year's AQ Owner's Tournament, a recent "Wednesday Night Live" with the head of Michigan's Fisheries Division and the summertime walleye action on Saginaw Bay.

    He also discusses the challenge of keeping tubes clean and the status of the new Quad Tube dual outboard prototype.

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    22 mins
  • Episode #127--"New Model Year"
    Aug 27 2026

    It's time to unveil the new models for 2027 this time on the Angler Quest podcast.

    Company owner Brad Dupuie talks about the recent dealer show and some of the changes in store for the new model year, including the Family Fish RA...a combination of the popular Pro Troll and the family oriented Family Fish model.

    Brad also talks about an exciting new color scheme, reaction from dealers and why AQ can react quickly to customer demands.

    "Mr. Angler Quest" then says it's time for some serious fall fishing and on the water "testing" of his products.

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    28 mins
  • Episode #124--"Mr. Angler Quest"
    May 28 2026

    We're checking in with the man himself this month on the Angler Quest Podcast...Brad Dupuie.

    "Mr. Angler Quest" talks about what it means to have that title, his vision for the brand and why he's committed to growing the new AQ.

    He also discusses the new Quad V model with dual outboards and their smaller lineup of Leisure Quest boats.

    Brad then previews the upcoming fishing season and describes his program for trolling spoons and jet divers.

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    28 mins
  • Episode #123--"Detroit River Jigging"
    Apr 23 2026

    The Angler Quest Pro Troll gets put through it's paces this month with Charter Captain Neil Miller of Walleye Hunter Charters.

    Neil talks about jigging the Detroit River for walleye from his 8526. He says the boat is surprisingly nimble and stable in the strong current and springtime winds.

    Miller also talks about drifting for Lake Erie walleye...and of course, trolling those fish as well. He says the Pro Troll is the ultimate fishing machine.

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    29 mins
  • Episode #122--"Passion"
    Mar 27 2026

    "Passion" is the theme for this month's Angler Quest Pontoons podcast as we talk with "Mr. Angler Quest", Brad Dupuie.

    Brad describes his commitment to making the world's best fishing pontoons and why customization is a big part of the AQ business model.

    He then talks about a custom musky boat in production for a Lake St. Clair angler as an example of how the process works.

    Dupuie also has advice on choosing the right size boat and why tubes are so important for maximum performance.

    Brad then talks about his excitemet for the upcoming fishing season.

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    26 mins
  • Episode #121--"The Charter Business"
    Feb 19 2026

    This time on the Angler Quest podcast, a conversation with a young angler breaking into the charter business.

    We're talking with Josh Keena of Golden Hour Outdoors Charter. Josh recently started his Traverse City, Michigan based company using an Angler Quest.

    Josh describes fishing for northern Michigan ciscoes, salmon and trout...and why his boat is perfect for casting, jigging and trolling.

    Keena talks about the challenge of catching fish in clear water, his use of electronics and some new species he plans to target in the future.

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    29 mins