Ducks Unlimited Podcast
Episodes
Ep. 643 - Decoy X-Rays: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Waterfowl Art
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke and co-host Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by decoy expert Colin McNair of Copley Fine A...
Ep. 642 - Brooks Tinsley on the Changing Landscape of Duck Hunting: Technology and Community
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes his good friend Brooks Tinsley to discuss their shared passion for waterfo...
RELOADED EP275 | Species Profile Blue-Winged Teal
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP275: Species Profile Blue-Winged Teal. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, n...
Ep. 641 - Chasing Moments: Brandon Fien's Journey from Duck Kid to Professional Photographer
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes videographer and photographer Brandon Fien to the studio. Brandon shares h...
Ep. 640 - Waterfowl Weather LIVE! RE-AIR
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
CLICK HERE FOR ORIGINAL VIDEO:Join Dr. Mike Brasher, Dr. Scott Stephens and Meteorologist Mandy Bailey as they break down the upcoming weather pattern...
RELOADED EP288 | Wildfire and Duck Science in the Boreal Forest
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP288: Wildfire and Duck Science in the Boreal Forest. If you missed it the first time or want to enj...
Ep. 639 - Thanksgiving Debates: Food, Family, & Fowl Fun!
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a special Thanksgiving episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast! Hosted by Dr. Mike Brasher, this episode features a lively discussion with ...
Ep. 638 - Art, Hunting, and the Evolution of a Wildlife Artist: A Conversation with Rebekah Knight
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke welcomes wildlife artist Rebekah Knight. They discuss Rebekah's journey as an artist,...
RELOADED EP266 | Team USA Olympic Trap Shooter Kayle Browning
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP266: Team USA Olympic Trap Shooter Kayle Browning. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy...
Ep. 637 - Live Auction: INTO THE VAULT 2024
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ENTER THE VAULT! <- click thereAre you ready to uncover the next hidden gem in the DU Vault? Ducks Unlimited presents the largest auction of the ye...
Ep. 636 - Bonus: Unsettled Weather Brings Welcome Change to the Great Lakes and Beyond
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode, Dr. Mike Brasher visits with Jay Anglin, DU Waterfowl 360 Migration Editor for the Great Lakes, and Mark Holley, chief meteor...
Ep. 635 - Jordan Davis: Country Music Star and Passionate Duck Hunter
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Country music singer-songwriter Jordan Davis and his manager and friend Zach Sutton join Matt Harrison in studio to discuss the connection between cou...
Ep. 634 - A Game Changer for Wetland Conservation, Water, and Ducks – H2Ohio
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ten years ago, a harmful algal bloom in western Lake Erie forced the city of Toledo to issue a “do not drink” advisory for its water supply. Now, ...
RELOADED EP293 | 7 Tips From Guides
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP293: 7 Tips From Guides. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now’s your ch...
Waterfowl Weather LIVE! RE-AIR
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Mike Brasher and three expert meteorologists as they break down the upcoming weather patterns that could make or break your next duck hunt! 🦆...
Ep. 633 - Conserving Duck Habitat on the Prairies
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Prairie Pothole Region is DU’s highest priority landscape, as it supports over 50 percent of breeding ducks in North America annually. On this e...
Ep. 632 - Ammunition for Hunters, Designed by Hunters – Behind the Scenes with Winchester
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a behind-the-scenes tour of their shot shell manufacturing facility in East Alton, Illinois, Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with Nate Robinson, Ben ...
RELOADED EP264 | Everything You Need To Know About Retriever Field Trials & Hunt Tests
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP264: Everything you Need To Know About Retriever Field Trials & Hunt Tests. If you missed it th...
BONUS | Migration and Hunting Update from the Prairies to Arkansas
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Scott Stephens, Dr. Mike Brasher, and ultra special guest Dr. Brian Davis for storytelling of days gone by and a report on hunting and habita...
Ep. 631 - Art and the Outdoors: A Conversation with Wildlife Artist Jared Ducote
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke welcomes wildlife artist Jared Ducote. The episode begins with a quick visit from Jar...
Ep. 630 - Hunting with Your Best Friend: Essential Tips for Waterfowl Dogs
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, a senior veterinarian from Purina and an expert in cani...
RELOADED EP198 | Decoy Tactics: Five Simple spreads for Waterfowl
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was originally aired on: December 14, 2020John Pollmann, a freelance contributor to DU magazine, rejoins the DU Podcast to discuss decoy ...
Ep. 629 - Spirits of the Hunt: Chilling Tales from the Field
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They're Baaaack! Do strange and spooky things happen while hunting? Early morning hunts tend to produce some of the wildest stories of the unknown. Ho...
Ep. 628 - Duck Hunting in Northwestern Ohio – History, Changes, and Warmer Winters
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mike Brasher is on location with Fred Zink Jr., co-host of DU TV and owner of Avian-X and Zink Call, and John Simpson, manager of Winous Point Sho...
Ep. 627 - Playa Lakes Conservation: Ducks Unlimited & Cargill Partnership
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Dr. Jerad Henson and co-host Dr. Mike Brasher welcome special guest Pete Stoddart, Director of Co...
Ep. 626 - Crafting Sound: Insights from Call Maker Ron Gould
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Katie Burke chats with call maker Ron Gould about his journey from hunting in Fayette County, Illinois, to mastering the craft o...
Ep. 625 - Chasing Ducks: 50 Years of Waterfowl Wisdom with Jim Ronquest
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Matt Harrison sits down with waterfowl legend Jim Ronquest. With over 50 years of experience, Ron...
Ep. 623 - 2024 Goose Production Gives Reasons for Optimism
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite recent declines in some goose populations, fresh data suggest that hunters have reasons to be optimistic about the number of young birds flyin...
Ep. 623 - Delayed Migration and Words from the North
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus episode, Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by Dr. Scott Stephens, Josh Dooley (USFWS), and Frank Baldwin (CWS) for an impromptu update on the s...
Ep. 622 - Crafting Legacy: Jett Brunet on Carving and Competition
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Katie Burke sits down with acclaimed wildlife artist and carver Jett Brunet. Jett shares insights into his early life, growing u...
Ep. 621 - Back to Our Roots: Rediscovering the True Meaning of a Successful Hunt
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes his good friend Brodie Swisher. They reminisce about their memorable hunti...
Ep. 620 - Two Meteorologists and a Duck Scientist Walk into a Studio…
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Duck hunters are obsessive weather watchers, as it influences everything from large-scale migration to local movements and habitat use. In this episod...
Ep. 619 - Winter Wellness Tips for Your Retriever
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As temperatures drop, it's important to ensure your retriever stays safe and healthy. Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, joins host Chris Jennin...
Ep. 618 - Behind the Lens: Ed Wall’s Life in Waterfowling and Photography
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Limited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes co-host Dr. Mike Brasher and special guest Edward Wall, a professional photo...
Ep. 617 – Shooting for Success: Tips and Techniques from Champion Foster Bartholow
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes 2008 ATA trap shooting world champion Foster Bartholow. The conversation d...
Ep. 616 – Sex and Age on the Fly: Blue-winged Teal
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s early September, and duck hunting is back! But it’s also the time of year when identifying ducks can be most challenging, as most have yet to...
Ep. 615 – Migration Alerts, Decoy Tactics, and Waterfowl 360
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Jennings, Mallori Murphey, and Dr. Scott Stephens join Dr. Mike Brasher to discuss the current status of teal migration, habitat conditions, and...
Ep. 614 – Navigating the World of Social Media: Do's and Don'ts
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison is joined by co-host Dr. Mike Brasher and special guest Seth Dortch. Seth shares hi...
Ep. 613 – Empowering the Next Generation: DU University Chapter Volunteers Share Their Journey
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the DU podcast, hosts Jimbo Robinson and Tim Fehringer welcome university chapter volunteers for the summer leadership summit, Thir...
Ep. 612 – Why We Hunt: New Research Sheds Light on What Motivates Us
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Dr. Jerad Henson is joined by co-hosts Katie Burke, Derek Christians, Dr. Mike Brasher, and Matt Harrison in the new studio. They welcome guest R...
Ep. 611 – Finding Inspiration in the Outdoors: A Wildlife Artist's Journey
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Black, the 2023 Federal Duck Stamp Competition winner and wildlife artist, joins the Ducks Unlimited podcast to discuss his busy year and upcomi...
Ep. 610 – Ramsey Russell and Dr. Phil on duckDNA, Season 1
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With duckDNA season 1 now in the books, DU teams up with Ramsey Russell of It’s Duck Season Somewhere and Dr. Phil Lavretsky to review early scienti...
Ep. 609 – From Essex to America: Carver Guy Taplin's Decoys, Part 2
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this second part of host Katie Burke's interview with carver Guy Taplin, we explore his fascination with past American decoy carvers and his unders...
Ep. 608 – From Essex to America: Carver Guy Taplin's Decoys, Part 1
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Ducks Unlimited podcast, Katie Burke is joined by special guest Guy Taplin from Essex, England, to discuss waterfowl carving and the uniq...
Ep. 607 – Duck Numbers Increase For First Time Since 2015
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode, Dr. Mike Brasher and Dr. Scott Stephens break down the freshly released U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2024 Waterfowl Populat...
Ep. 606 – A Freelancer's Guide to the Prairies
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by DU magazine contributor John Pollmann to discuss a popular topic – freelancing the prairies. Pollmann’s experienc...
Ep. 605 – Botulism in the Klamath and 2024 State Waterfowl Survey Roundup
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As waterfowlers peer ahead to the approaching hunting season, botulism has become a headline in the West and state agencies have released results from...
Ep. 604 – Communicating with Landowners
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So, you want to hunt that field where there’s a big feed? Time to start knocking on doors. Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, freelance...
Ep. 603 – Importing Dogs and Ducks From Canada – What You Need to Know!
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by Dr. Jerad Henson and DU conservation communications coordinator, Nathan Ratchford, to provide the latest update on the C...
Ep. 602 – How to Avoid Opening Day Blunders
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, freelance contributor to Ducks Unlimited magazine and ducks.org, to talk about the excitement of openi...
Ep. 601 – duckDNA is Back for Year 2 and More July Updates
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After overwhelming response, duckDNA has officially returned for year 2! On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher and Dr. Jerad Henson share this exciting ne...
Ep. 600 – Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Heat: Expert Advice from Wildrose Kennels
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels to discuss retriever training during the peak of summer heat. The conversatio...
Ep. 599 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 2 of 2
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PART 2: On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with Joe and Donna Tonelli, avid hunters, collectors, and historian...
Ep. 598 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 1 of 2
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PART 1: On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with Joe and Donna Tonelli, avid hunters, collectors, and historian...
Ep. 597 – Calling Ducks with a Whistle
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Beau Brooks, digital marketing specialist for Higdon Outdoors, to talk about the highly popular whistle. Brooks speci...
Ep. 596 – Dr. Scott Stephens – Summer Rains Provide Major Boost to the Prairies
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After 4 years of extended drought, spring and summer rains finally provide relief to the US and Canadian prairies, but what does it mean for the fall ...
Ep. 595 – Game-Farm Genes Affect Mallard Movements and Behavior – Evidence from the Great Lakes
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Much has been said about increasing prevalence of game-farm genes in mallard populations, but evidence has been scarce on whether these genes produce ...
Ep. 594 – Mallards of the Great Lakes – New Research into Population Declines
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great Lakes mallards are an important source of local harvest for hunters in the region, but their population has declined by nearly 60% since 1997. R...
Ep. 593 – Thank You for Your Support! New Adventures for the DU Podcast
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Independence Day, everyone! You inspire us to innovate and improve. We cannot wait to share these exciting new chapters with you and continue ou...
Ep. 592 – Transition of Power – Meet DU’s New President, Bob Spoerl
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every 2 years, there is a transition at the top of DU’s volunteer leadership, as the membership approves a new President and the outgoing president ...
Ep. 591 – The Value of a Wetland: Exploring the Benefits of Wetlands to Waterfowl, Wildlife, and People.
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, Dr. Jerad Henson hosts Dr. Mike Brasher, senior waterfowl scientist, and Dr. Ellen Herbert, senior sci...
Ep. 590 – Pintails, Guns & Gear, Mediocre Habitat, and Avian Flu
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to a newly approved pintail harvest strategy, waterfowl hunters in the Lower 48 may soon have the opportunity for a 3-pintail bag limit for the...
Ep. 589 – $100 Million for the Prairies and 1 Million Acres of Conservation Delivery
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Karen Waldrop, DU’s chief conservation officer, joins Dr. Mike Brasher to share two unprecedented announcements reflecting DU’s continued grow...
Ep. 588 – Breaking Down the Feeding Call with Jimbo Ronquest
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The feeding call is fundamental for all callers to understand. However, Jimbo Ronquest, vice president of development for Drake Waterfowl and world du...
Ep. 587 – Eat Beef…Produce More Ducks
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Taylor, DU’s director of public policy and self-professed “rancher in residence” for the Great Plains Region, joins Dr. Mike Brasher to sha...
Ep. 586 – Summer Gear Storage Tips
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Duck and goose hunting equipment is expensive. Why not have a plan to protect your gear during the summer months? Host Chris Jennings is joined by Joh...
Ep. 585 – Ensuring Conservation Legacies: The Role of Conservation Easements
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, Dr. Jered Henson introduces himself as a new host and project manager at Ducks Unlimited. He welcomes ...
Ep. 584 – Congressman Bruce Westerman: A Champion for Conservation
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR), joins Dr. Mike Brasher and guest host Adam Putnam, Ducks Unlimite...
Ep. 583 – Bumping Birds: What Are We Learning About Ducks, Sanctuary, and Hunters?
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sanctuary…it is perhaps the most controversial and poorly understood aspect of habitat management for wintering waterfowl, yet potentially most impo...
Ep. 582 – Studying Mallard Ducks in Western Tennessee
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A research idea, born in a duck blind, matures into a $2 million cutting-edge study, is funded heavily by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Tenne...
Ep. 581 – Exploring the Evolution of Louisiana Decoys
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke chats with Bruce Lowe, a collector of Louisiana and teal decoys. They delve into Bruc...
Ep. 580 – Can Ducks Drink Salt Water?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Freshwater is a basic requirement of all birds, but it can be in short supply during extreme drought and in marine environments. In these situations, ...
Ep. 579 – Rain on the Prairies, But Was it Enough?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reports of recent rain in the Dakotas and Canadian Prairies have stirred optimism among duck hunters already looking forward to the fall. How much rai...
Ep. 578 – Improve Your Canada Goose Calling
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Kelley Powers and Brook Richard with Higdon Outdoors, MOMarsh, and Power Calls and the trio talk Canada goose calling...
Ep. 577 – Decoy Carving: A Family Tradition
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast features Mike Valley, a decoy carver, hunter, and commercial fisherman. Host Katie Burke delves into Mike'...
Ep. 576 – Calling White-Fronted Geese
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Kelley Powers and Brook Richard with Higdon Outdoors, MOMarsh, and Power Calls to discuss calling whitefronts. Richar...
Ep. 575 – Bringing Respect Back to Snow Geese
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Sky carp” and “Saving the Tundra” are phrases that have become commonplace in the vernacular of light goose hunters across North America. Alt...
Ep. 574 – Texas Ends their Use of the Light Goose Conservation Order
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Beginning in spring 2025, for the first time in over 25 years, light geese wintering in Texas will find it a quieter and more welcoming place. That is...
Ep. 573 – Help! A Mallard is Nesting in My Flowers!! What Should I Do?
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is a time for waterfowl nesting, and it’s also a time when our feathered friends venture into our neighborhoods and back yards looking for a ...
Ep. 572 – How to Become a Better Duck Caller
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Kelley Powers and Brook Richard with Higdon Outdoors, MOMarsh, and Power Calls to break the ice on how to become a be...
Ep. 571 – Derek Wolfe: The Intersection of Sports and Hunting
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, former NFL player and Super Bowl champion, Derek Wolf, shares his background growing up in Northeast O...
Ep. 570 – What is a Duck Hunting Property Manager Doing this Time of Year? Find Out
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Rusty Creasey, manager of the Coca Cola Woods in Arkansas, for a discussion about the off season. First, the two disc...
Ep. 569 – Wisconsin Decoys with Collector John Fandrey
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews John Fandrey, a Wisconsin decoy collector. John shares his introduction to...
Ep. 568 – Discussion Topics for Duck Hunters this Spring
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher sit down and discuss the hot topics of discussion for duck and goose hunters this spring. It may be turkey se...
Ep. 567 – Light Goose Conservation Order Wrap Up
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jay Anglin, Great Lakes Region Migration Editor for ducks.org to talk about the pace of the light goose migration in ...
Ep. 566 – Why are Scientists Banding Scaup, Canvasbacks, and Redheads on Pool 19?
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lesser scaup are one of several duck species in North America that have experienced long-term population declines, and despite decades of research, th...
Ep. 565 – Prairie Conditions, the Specter of Restrictive Seasons, and a Commitment to Conservation
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Johann Walker, DU’s director of operations for the Great Plains region, joins Dr. Mike Brasher for a mid-March update on the status of drought i...
Ep. 564 – Dedication to a Place – 130 Years of Waterfowl and Wildlife Science in the Illinois River Valley
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Forbes Biological Station in Havanna, Illinois, is North American’s oldest inland wildlife research station. Over its 130-year history, it has b...
Ep. 563 – Exploring the Illinois River Decoy Legacy with Dave Kneebone
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke continues a series in collaboration with the North American Decoy Collectors Associat...
Ep. 562 – Trust In Food and DU Partner to Deliver Sustainable Ag and Ranching Practices
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
America’s farmers and ranchers feed and clothe our families and steward our lands. More than ever, they are among DU’s strongest partners in accel...
Ep. 561 – Field Trials or Hunting Dog… Do you have to choose?
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shawn Stahl, producer for RNT-V and Purina Pro Plan Ambassador, joins host Chris Jennings to talk about Stahl’s Labrador retriever, Karl. Stahl’s ...
Ep. 560 – Josh Brewer, Master Decoy Carver
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, Katie Burke interviews decoy carver, Josh Brewer. Brewer describes his unique journey in the profession...
Ep. 559 – Improve Your Hunting Content on Social Media
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Jennings is joined by Matt Harrison, communications specialist for Ducks Unlimited, to discuss improving your social media content. Harriso...
Ep. 558 – Adventures on the High Seas with Polar Expeditionist and Ornithological Badass, Dr. Sarah Gutowsky
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
First-time guest and recent DU Canada postdoctoral researcher, Dr. Sarah Gutowsky, joins Dr. Mike Brasher for a trip around the world studying birds, ...
Ep. 557 – Uncovering Flushing Dogs with National Champion English Cocker Trainer Jordan Horak
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon interviews English Cocker Spaniel specialist Jordan Horak. He shares insights into th...
Ep. 556 – "One of the Worst Hunting Seasons in Memory”—The 2023–24 Season in Review
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, here it is— a look back on what has been referred to as “one of the worst hunting seasons in memory.” Co-hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike...
Ep. 555 – Eastern Shore Hunting and Decoy Carving with Greyson Chesser
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke visits Grayson Chesser's decoy shop in Virginia. Grayson, a decoy carver and hunting ...
Ep. 554 – Monthly Roundup – Season’s End, Duck Science, Snakes in the Pit, and Upcoming Projects
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A hard freeze followed by rapid warm up and widespread rain made for an interesting and somewhat productive end to the 2023-24 hunting season. Chris J...
Ep. 553 – Exploring the World of Sporting Dogs: Training, Nutrition, and Longevity
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon sits down with Ray Voigt, former professional retriever trainer and current Purina se...
Ep. 552 – Young Ducks Team up with an Old Dawg for Ring-necks and Conservation
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mike Brasher recently joined the crew from Campus Waterfowl for an opportunity to reconnect with his roots, as he shared a soggy morning in the cy...