Ducks Unlimited Podcast

Ep. 551 – Migration Alert: Light Goose Spring Migration Kicks Into OVERDRIVE

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, host Chris Jennings talks with Jay Anglin about the rapid movement of geese in the Mid-South and Northwest regions. They highlight th...

Ep. 550 – Interview with Rick Milligan: Call and Decoy Collector

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews guest Rick Milligan, a call and decoy collector. Rick shares his passion f...

Ep. 549 – Sydnie Wells and Barstool Take Over the DU Podcast!

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Buckle Up for fun and laughter as Sydnie Wells of Barstool Outdoors joins Dr. Mike Brasher on this special episode with first-time duck hunters Wonton...

Ep. 548 – Species Profile: Brant (re-air)

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special edition re-air of the brant species profile, Dr. Mark Lindberg shares insights from his 30+ year career as a waterfowl scientist on ar...

Ep. 547 – Pacific Flyway Update and “The Big Four” of DU’s Western Region

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by Jeff McCreary, director of operations for DU’s Western Region, for a recap of the 2023-24 waterfowl season and the str...

Ep. 546 – Edge of the Bering Sea: Life and Learning at a Brant Research Camp

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mike Brasher reunites with graduate students Jordan Thompson and Caroline Blommel and research assistants Lydia Martin, Laura Wallace, and Jacob T...

Ep. 545 – Great Lakes Region Habitat and Hunting Update

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jay Anglin, Great Lakes Region migration editor for ducks.org, and the two discuss the impacts of the most recent win...

Ep. 544 – Monthly Roundup: Questions from Listeners, Arctic Blast, and Family Bonds of Duck Hunting

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mike Brasher and Katie Burke are on location at a family hunting camp in the Mississippi Delta for the January roundup. Joined by DU Podcast produ...

Ep. 543 – Inside the Workshop: A Conversation with Decoy Carver Pete Peterson

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host sits down with renowned decoy carver Mr. Pete Peterson. They discuss Pete's background in the out...

Ep. 542 – What’s Up with Low Duck Numbers?

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Scott Stephens joins Dr. Mike Brasher live and in-person to discuss the latest chatter about low duck numbers, drought, and challenging hunting co...

Ep. 541 – ConocoPhillips & Ducks - A Novel Partnership for Wetlands Conservation

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In addition to being one of the world’s leading exploration and production companies based on both production and reserves, ConocoPhillips is the la...

Ep. 540 – Camo and Story Telling with Logan Webster of Camo Retro

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, Katie  welcomes Logan Webster, founder of Camo Retro. They discuss Logan's background in the outdoors...

Ep. 539 – Dropping Ducks and Shooting Snipe with Winchester Ammo

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Few activities are better for strengthening partnerships and building memories than bird hunts afield. On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by ...

Ep. 538 – Late-Season Tactics for Ducks and Geese

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, Ducks Unlimited magazine contributor, to talk about a feature article Pollmann wrote for an upcoming i...

Ep. 537 – Species Profile: Northern Pintail

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Known by many names – sprig, pinny, bull – but unmistakable in appearance, the northern pintail is one of North America’s most recognizable, gra...

Ep. 536 – Monthly Roundup: Easton, Status of the Migration & duckDNA

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, hosts Dr. Mike Brasher, Katie Burke, and Chris Jennings provide updates on recent activities and upcom...

Ep. 535 – Managing GTR's: A New Approach in Arkansas

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Trey Reid, Arkansas Game and Fish Commision assistant chief of communications to talk about Arkansas hunting conditio...

Ep. 534 – Innovations in Outdoor Gear: A Conversation with DRAKE

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John interviews Justin Carpenter, the senior vice president and director of brand strategy at Dra...

Ep. 534 – Species Profile: The Mallard

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings dive into North America’s most populous waterfowl species in this episode. Brasher and Jennings expand the...

Ep. 533 – South Carolina Ducks, Habitat, Hunting, and Research

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Molly Kneece, waterfowl biologist for South Carolina DNR, makes her podcast debut by discussing ducks, dogs, habitat, and public hunting opportunities...

Ep. 532 – Great Plains, Central Flyway Habitat and Hunting Update

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, DU Central Flyway migration editor, and the two discuss the current conditions in much of the Central ...

Ep. 531 – Diving Ducks on Kentucky Lake, Kids Afield, and More

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Will Brantley, Field & Stream magazine hunting editor, to discuss Brantley’s feature in Ducks Unlimited magazin...

Ep. 530 – From Challenger to Champion: Mike Anderson

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2009 World Duck Calling Champion Mike Anderson joins the DU Podcast to talk calls, calling and his favorite pastime, chasing river ducks.  Anderson t...

Ep. 529 – Thanksgiving Narrative: "Duck Blind Intervention"

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our Thanksgiving show, plucked from the DU Magazine archives (Nov/Dec 2007), is a humorous story about the idiosyncrasies of waterfowl hunters. "Duck ...

Ep. 528 – Texas Habitat and Hunting Update

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Kevin Kraai, waterfowl program leader for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, to talk about habitat in across the st...

Ep. 527 – Monthly Roundup: Weather Changes, Avian Flu, duckDNA, and Dogs of Chernobyl

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss updates from across the world of waterfowl. Reports are emerging of minor avian flu outbreaks across the U...

Ep. 526 – Exploring the World of Fine Sporting Arms

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke is joined by Wes Dillon, an independent consultant for the firearms industry, and Jos...

Ep. 525 – Great Lakes Hunting and Habitat Update

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jay Anglin, WF360 Great Lakes migration editor, and the two discuss current conditions across the Great Lakes Region....

Ep. 524 – OnX and Ducks Unlimited: A New Partnership

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Tim Fehringer, national director of event fundraising for DU, and Lake Pickle, social marketing director for OnX, and...

Ep. 523 – Hierarchy of Waterfowl from a Culinary Perspective

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Which ducks or geese do you prefer as table fare? Some hunters prefer certain species over others, yet Scott Leysath, Ducks Unlimited magazine cooking...

Ep. 522 – Uncovering Haunting Tales: Ghosts, Ghouls, and Goblins; feat. Expanded Perspectives Podcast

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do strange and spooky things happen while hunting?  In this Halloween special episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mi...

Ep. 521 – Iconic Winchester Ammunition Joins DU Podcast

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jake Wallace, marketing brand and content coordinator for Winchester Ammunition, and the two discuss the iconic “Bi...

Ep. 520 – Winter Strikes Prairie Canada, Ducks and Geese on the Move

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Dr. Scott Stephens, Director of Conservation Strategy and Support for Ducks Unlimited Canada, to discuss this week’...

Ep. 520 – El Nino, Winter Forecast, and FowlWeather with Dr. Mike Schummer

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mike Schummer, Roosevelt Waterfowl Ecologist at SUNY ESF, joins host Dr. Mike Brasher to discuss an incoming winter storm, how it will influence d...

Ep. 519 – Waterfowl Recipes: International Flavors

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Scott Leysath, Ducks Unlimited magazine cooking columnist, to discuss a variety of unique waterfowl recipes. Leysath’...

Ep. 518 – Discovering the Easton Waterfowl Festival

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Lyndee Zeller, the festival director for the Easton Waterfowl Festival. Th...

Ep. 517 – Texas to Table: Chef Ric Rosser and Micro-Local Cuisine

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spread Oaks Ranch located near Bay City, Texas, is home to waterfowl, wildlife, and Chef Ric Rosser. His cooking style featuring local ingredients is ...

Ep. 516 – Interview with Cooper Rossner: Contemporary Decoys and Carving Mentors

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Cooper Rossner from Guyette and Deeter. Cooper shares his journey from tea...

Ep. 515 – Pro Tips for Traveling with Your Firearm

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Phil Bourjaily, Ducks Unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist, to discuss traveling with a firearm. Bourjaily, no st...

Ep. 514 – Innovative Growth in Wetlands and Waterfowl Conservation

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Sertle, manager of conservation programs, and Sara Burns, water program specialist, join Dr. Mike Brasher to share the exciting story of how DU i...

Ep. 513 – The Art and Science of Making Duck Calls

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Brian Byers, a callmaker and collector, are at RnT’s Callapalooza in Stu...

Ep. 512 – duckDNA: Where Hunters Become the Scientists

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ducks Unlimited and the University of Texas at El Paso announce the launch of duckDNA, a new project where waterfowl hunters will collect and submit t...

Ep. 511 – Inside DU TV with Videographer Austin Brown

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the DU Podcast, dedicated Arkansas outdoorsman and freelance videographer Austin Brown joins host and DUTV producer John Gordon. To...

Ep. 510 – Bonus: Great Plains States Habitat and Hunting Preview

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, WF360 Central Flyway migration editor, for a quick roundup of Great Plains habitat conditions. Pollman...

Ep. 509 – Science of Ducks Unlimited Canada

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Matt Dyson, DU Canada waterfowl research scientist, and Dr. Mike Brasher join forces to discuss the exciting growth and application of science in ...

Ep. 508 – Barstool Outdoors Joins the DU Podcast

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by Sydnie Wells, host of Barstool Outdoors. Wells explains how she became a part of Barstool, and...

Ep. 507 – Ducks, Farmers, and Partners in the Farm Bill

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For nearly 4 decades, the U.S. Farm Bill has stood as the most influential piece of legislation for improving waterfowl habitat on private land across...

Ep. 506 – Hiking for Ducks: The Stamp It Forward Journey & Fundraiser

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this special bonus episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke checks in with Sam Soholt as he hikes 100 miles in the Prairie Pothole ...

Ep. 505 – Exploring the World of Duck Stamps: A Conversation with Artists Kira Sabin and Adam Grimm

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke introduces two special guests, artists Kira Sabin and Adam Grimm, who discuss the upc...

Ep. 504 – The Green Way Outdoors: From Car Salesman to Conservationist

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon interviews Kyle Green, the host and executive producer of The Green Way Outdoors podc...

Ep. 503 – Bonus: Great Lakes Region Teal and Early-Goose Update

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jay Anglin, Great Lakes Region Migration Editor for ducks.org, to discuss habitat conditions in and around the Great ...

Ep. 502 – Exploring the World of Duck Calls and Decoys w/ Len Guldman

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Len Guldman, a call collector, firearm specialist, and decoy collector, at...

Ep. 501 – Life is Short, You Better Hunt

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Scott Stephens joins Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings to reflect on the recently released BPOP Survey Results. After revisiting earlier predict...

Ep. 500 – Curveball: Former Pro Baseball Player Zack Shannon finds new calling on the Texas Coast

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this DU Podcast episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Zack Shannon, a former collegiate and professional baseball player. Discover how r...

Ep. 499 – Host of Her Wild Outdoors, Amy Hall, Joins the DU Podcast

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Hall, host of Her Wild Outdoors Podcast and Brand Manager of Operations for Tetra Hearing, joins Chris Jennings to talk about female waterfowl hun...

Ep. 498 – Hunting Big-Water Divers Jay Anglin

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jay Anglin and Jeremy Ullmann, owner and operator of Mi Guide Service, which offers big-water diving duck hunts in Mi...

Ep. 497 - Breaking News – USFWS Report Indicates 2023 Breeding Duck Numbers Down 7% from 2022

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, the USFWS released its annual report on breeding waterfowl in North America. Highlights from the traditional survey area indicated a 7% decline...

Ep. 496 - Duck Math and Adventures in Alaska

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Maddie Lohman, a PhD student from University of Nevada-Reno and 2-time DU research fellow, joins host Mike Brasher to discuss her research on mallards...

Ep. 495 - New Product Drop from Gunner Kennels

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Addison Edmonds, founder of Gunner Kennels, hops on the DU Podcast with host Chris Jennings to discuss several new and exciting products from Gunner. ...

Ep. 494 - Triggering Conservation: How Hunting and Shooting Sports Make a Difference

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taniya Bethke and Swanny Evans from the Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports join DU’s Mike Brasher and Mark Horobetz in an entertaining d...

Ep. 493 - Exploring the World of Call Collecting with Mark Warmath

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Mark Warmath, a Tennessee call collector and outdoor enthusiast. They disc...

Ep. 492 - Ducks, Stamps, Art, and Conservation — Behind the Scenes

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With over $1.1 Billion raised and 6 Million acres conserved, the Federal Duck Stamp Program is the most successful and efficient wetlands conservation...

Ep. 491 - Early Season Arkansas Speck Hunt with DU TV

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Dr. Mike Brasher and guest Cason Short, owner/operator of the Bill Byers Hunter Club, for a recap of an early season white-fronted goose hun...

Ep. 490 – Global Insights on Avian Flu: Are Waterfowl Hunters at Higher Risk?

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Richard Webby, faculty member at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital and global expert on influenza viruses, joins Drs. Mike Brasher, Karen Wal...

Ep. 489 – Farming for Ducks with Rusty Creasey

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Rusty Creasey, manager of the Coca Cola Club in northeast Arkansas. Creasey has been managing the Coca Cola Club for ...

Ep. 488 – Bonus: Wildfires, Ducks, and Habitat Conditions in the East

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Fleming, DU’s Director of Conservation Programs for the Northeastern U.S., gives an update on habitats in eastern North America, including the...

Ep. 487 – Texas Waterfowl Habitat 101 with Thunderbird Hunting Club’s Todd Steele

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Effective waterfowl habitat is often made, not born. On this DU Podcast, Texas’ Thunderbird Hunting Club manager Todd Steele takes you inside the wo...

Ep. 486 – Insights from a Six-Time Federal Duck Stamp Winner

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke is joined by wildlife artist Joe Hautman. They discuss Joe's impressive six-time winn...

Ep. 485 – Celebrating the Art of Call Making: Callapalooza w/ John Stephens

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, repeat guest John Stevens discusses Callapalooza, an event that celebrates the art of duck and goose c...

Ep. 484 – Exciting New Products from Mossberg, Meet their Director of Media Relations

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Linda Powell, director of media relations for Mossberg. The pair talk about Powell’s 27-year career in media relati...

Ep. 483 – Master Carver Jerry Talton on the Art and Tradition of Decoy Making

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Master Carver Jerry Talton. In this interview, Talton talks about how he got i...

Ep. 482 – 38 Years with Migratory Birds: Career Advice and Memorable Stories

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Bortner, retired Chief of the Division of Migratory Bird Management for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, joins the podcast to discuss his 38-y...

Ep. 481 – The Snow Goose Hunting Grind: A Discussion with Chase Gartner and Kristian Lilley

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon welcomes guests Chase Gartner, the owner-operator of Nomad Outfitters and Kristian Li...

Ep. 480 – Exploring the History of Minnesota Duck Camps

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews author Steve Knutson about his book "Minnesota Duck Camps: 160 Years of Hi...

Ep. 479 – The Art of Bid Calling: Tips from a Pro Auctioneer

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Dr. Mike Brasher discusses the important role of auctioneers for Ducks Unlimited. They are joined by Junior Staggs, an auctioneer and instructor ...

Ep. 478 – Bonus: Breeding Habitat Conditions Update – Prairie Canada, Boreal, Pacific Flyway

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by Brian Hepworth, Director of Operations for the Prairie and Boreal, Ducks Unlimited Canada, as well Dr. Fritz Reid (...

Ep. 477 – Discoveries from Duck DNA Causing Scientists to Rethink Everything

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The DU Podcast visits with Dr. Brian Davis, Mississippi State University, and Dr. Phil Lavretsky, University of Texas El Paso, to discuss the latest d...

Ep. 476 – Jim Ronquest Joins to Talk New Drake Waterfowl Products

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Jim Ronquest, vice president of development for Drake Waterfowl, to chat about exciting new gear for duck and goose h...

Ep. 475 – Art and Nature: A Conversation with Gigi Hopkins

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gigi Hopkins is the author of Massachusetts Masterpieces: The Decoy as Art and a guest on the Ducks Unlimited podcast. She grew up in a family of bird...

Ep. 474 – Houston Waterfowling: East vs. West with Doug Pike

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon interviews Doug Pike about the Houston waterfowling culture. Throughout the podcast, ...

Ep. 473 – Prairie Habitat Conditions: An Early Read

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Scott Stephens, DU Canada, makes his return to the DU Podcast as he and host Dr. Mike Brasher discuss habitat conditions and duck observations acr...

Ep. 472 – Pacific Northwest Season in Review 2022-23

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle Spragens of Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife joins the podcast for a look back on the 2022-23 season in the Pacific Northwest and a wid...

Ep. 471 – Season in Review: Great Lakes Region

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by Jay Anglin, who covers the Great Lakes Region throughout the waterfowl season for DU’s highl...

Ep. 470 – 2022-23 Waterfowl Season in Review

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings are joined by Dr. Heath Hagy, waterfowl ecologist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, for a deep dive in...

Ep. 469 – Early Look at the Prairies with Dr. Scott Stephens

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hunting seasons are winding down, ducks and geese are gearing up for breeding, and it’s never too early to think about prairie habitat conditions. D...

Ep. 468 – New Insights on Avian Flu

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In recent weeks, avian flu has received increasing media coverage as new infections have been documented in mammals. Following from conversations with...

Ep. 467 – Does Moonlight Affect Duck Movements?

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all heard the stories or experienced it ourselves…bright moonlit nights affecting duck behaviors and making for tough hunting the next day. ...

Ep. 466 – Preserving the Outdoor Lifestyle: Henry and Lakeisha of HALO Hunting

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as John Gordon, host of the DU Podcast, welcomes Henry and Lakeisha Woodard of HALO to the Ducks Unlimited National Headquarters in Memphis....

Ep. 465 – Are Hybrid Waterfowl Sterile?

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Few things are more exciting for waterfowl hunters than harvesting that once-in-a-lifetime hybrid. Invariably, the feat leads to excited discussion an...

Ep. 464 – A Photographer, 167 Species of Waterfowl, and 300,000 Miles Traveled for One Great Story

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Photographer and retired waterfowl biologist, Gary Kramer, joins hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings to share how he traveled to some of the mos...

Ep. 463 – How Ducks Inspired a New Career

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It turns out there are many paths to a career in waterfowl and wetlands conservation. On this episode, we learn about Wes Prebeck’s transition from ...

Ep. 462 – Fantastic Fowl Facts

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher peruse a series of fun facts about waterfowl, including questions such as how many invertebrates a wood duck eats,...

Ep. 461 – Catching Up with Robbie Smith, Sporting Art Director at Leland Little

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the DU Podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with friend and past guest, Robbie Smith, to catch up on his journey as Sporting Art Dir...

Ep. 460 – Drought to Deluge in the Western U.S.

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hunters and habitats in the western U.S. have whipsawed from drought to deluge in recent weeks, as a series of atmospheric rivers have brought extreme...

Ep. 459 – Houston's East Side Hunting Culture: A Look into Waterfowling Heritage

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Houston is America's fourth largest city, but it also has a rich hunting culture, particularly when it comes to waterfowling. On this episode of the D...

Ep. 458 – Where Do Eastern Mallards Come From? Insights from New Science

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Band recoveries are used to understand linkages between breeding and wintering areas, and sometimes to identify areas responsible for producing birds ...

Ep. 457 – Tactics for Geese Over Water

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, Ducks Unlimited magazine contributor, to discuss a recent magazine feature in the January/February 202...

Ep. 456 – The Mother of All Duck Guns

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rock Island Auction Company's Outside Consultant and Collector Richard Ellis and Director of Acquisitions Rick Henley join us to discuss the big guns ...

Ep. 455 – Central Flyway Habitat and Hunting Update

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, Ducks Unlimited magazine contributor and Migration Editor for the Central Flyway. Pollmann breaks down...

Ep. 454 – Louisiana Waterfowl Hunting Heritage with the Bayou Beast

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an exciting episode about the waterfowl hunting heritage and traditions of Louisiana with special guest, Dale Bordelon. As a lifelong hunt...