Ducks Unlimited Podcast

Ducks Unlimited Podcast


Latest Episodes

Ep. 565 – Prairie Conditions, the Specter of Restrictive Seasons, and a Commitment to Conservation
March 28, 2024

Dr. Johann Walker, DUs director of operations for the Great Plains region, joins Dr. Mike Brasher for a mid-March update on the status of drought in the prairies and why we should not expect a rapid turnaround. We also learn about the important conservat

Ep. 564 – Dedication to a Place – 130 Years of Waterfowl and Wildlife Science in the Illinois River Valley
March 26, 2024

The Forbes Biological Station in Havanna, Illinois, is North Americans oldest inland wildlife research station. Over its 130-year history, it has become one of our greatest sources of scientific information for waterfowl ecology and management. In this e

Ep. 563 – Exploring the Illinois River Decoy Legacy with Dave Kneebone
March 21, 2024

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke continues a series in collaboration with the North American Decoy Collectors Association. The guest, Dave Kneebone, owner of Muddy Water Decoys and a collector, discusses the uniqueness of t

Ep. 562 – Trust In Food and DU Partner to Deliver Sustainable Ag and Ranching Practices
March 19, 2024

Americas farmers and ranchers feed and clothe our families and steward our lands. More than ever, they are among DUs strongest partners in accelerating the pace and scale of conservation. In this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher and Billy Gascoigne, DUs direc

Ep. 561 – Field Trials or Hunting Dog… Do you have to choose?
March 14, 2024

Shawn Stahl, producer for RNT-V and Purina Pro Plan Ambassador, joins host Chris Jennings to talk about Stahls Labrador retriever, Karl. Stahls retriever travels the country with him during waterfowl season, but competed in field trials throughout the s

Ep. 560 – Josh Brewer, Master Decoy Carver
March 12, 2024

On the episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, Katie Burke interviews decoy carver, Josh Brewer. Brewer describes his unique journey in the profession from carving and competiting as a kid to a career in family medicine and then finally returning back to

Ep. 559 – Improve Your Hunting Content on Social Media
March 07, 2024

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Matt Harrison, communications specialist for Ducks Unlimited, to discuss improving your social media content. Harrison formerly worked as full-time content creator for several brands and social outlets. His insights into c

Ep. 558 – Adventures on the High Seas with Polar Expeditionist and Ornithological Badass, Dr. Sarah Gutowsky
March 05, 2024

First-time guest and recent DU Canada postdoctoral researcher, Dr. Sarah Gutowsky, joins Dr. Mike Brasher for a trip around the world studying birds, leading polar expeditions, and an immersive life in science and conservation. Having visited some of Eart

Ep. 557 – Uncovering Flushing Dogs with National Champion English Cocker Trainer Jordan Horak
February 29, 2024

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon interviews English Cocker Spaniel specialist Jordan Horak. He shares insights into the these dynamic little dogs capabilities, highlighting their skills both as upland bird flushers and wate

Ep. 556 – "One of the Worst Hunting Seasons in Memory”—The 2023–24 Season in Review
February 27, 2024

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 Brasher are joined by Jim Ronquest, Vice President of Development for Drake Waterfowl, to discuss the season f