Ducks Unlimited Podcast
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Ep. 565 – Prairie Conditions, the Specter of Restrictive Seasons, and a Commitment to Conservation
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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