Ducks Unlimited Podcast

Ducks Unlimited Inc.
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Ducks Unlimited Podcast is a constant discussion of all things waterfowl; from in-depth hunting tips and tactics, to waterfowl biology, research, science, and habitat updates. The DU Podcast is the go-to resource for waterfowl hunters and conservationists. Ducks Unlimited is the world's leader in wetlands conservation.

  1. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    Northeast Migration Update: Black Ducks, Geese & Late-Fall Outlook

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com Duck season is underway in the Northeast, and early reports point to strong local production, excellent goose movement, and promising hunting conditions heading into late fall. Host Dr. Mike Brasher welcomes Joe Albanese, Ducks Unlimited Migration Alert Editor for the Northeastern U.S., for a look at how the season is shaping up across New York, New England, and the Atlantic Coast. From wood ducks and black ducks to ringnecks, sea ducks, and brant, Joe shares what hunters are seeing on the landscape and what recent weather patterns mean for migration. The conversation covers habitat conditions, goose migration, weather influences, coastal sea duck reports, and why some of the Northeast's best hunting opportunities are happening on overlooked wetlands and small waters. Joe also explains how tidal marshes, weather, and local habitat conditions affect bird movement throughout the region. Topics Covered Early-season migration conditions in the NortheastStrong goose flights and local duck productionWood duck, black duck, and ringneck reportsSea duck and brant migration updatesHow weather and habitat are shaping bird movementHunting opportunities on small ponds and wetlandsTidal marsh hunting and coastal migration patternsWhat hunters should expect over the next few weeksListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    Northeast Migration Update: Black Ducks, Geese & Late-Fall Outlook

  2. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    Have You Seen the Glimmer Man? | DU Halloween Special, Episode 2

    What would you do if an invisible figure leapt through the trees above your stand? If you told anybody, they might say you're crazy! Or maybe they've seen it too...Kyle Philson and Cam Hale of Expanded Perspectives Podcast join Ducks Unlimited’s Wade Shoemaker and Lake Pickle of onX to explore the Glimmer Man: a transparent, human-shaped figure described by hunters and other witnesses around the world. What began with two similar reports grew into an archive of hundreds of stories, collected for you in a new Glimmer Man book. Expanded Perspectives is giving away 10 autographed copies free of charge; use the approved entry link and official rules below. The group follows one of its most unsettling accounts as the woods fall silent, a watchman-like figure clambers through the treetops, and two hunters realize they had the same encounter with the unknown. Then the conversation turns to Not Deer, the Crossett Light, three orbs circling an Arkansas duck blind, and a 300-pound hog pulled off in the night without a trace. Sponsored by onX. @onXHunt These stories are presented as personal accounts, listener submissions and folklore for entertainment and discussion. Watch the secret episode and continue into the Unlimited Scares playlist using the links below. SECRET EPISODE:UNLIMITED SCARES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFYq1yV30ntJgv1mNsES2ASAxJ9jthYXgEXPANDED PERSPECTIVES: www.expandedperspectives.com@expandedperpectives@dosamigosproductions ONX:  @onXHunt Lake Pickle:@lake.dilpickle @lakepickleWade Shoemaker: @wadeshoemaker #Halloween #ScaryStories #ExpandedPerspectivesListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.\

    Have You Seen the Glimmer Man? | DU Halloween Special, Episode 2

  3. 6d ago

    Broken Bow: Art, Music & Betting on Yourself (Ep 819)

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com Building a successful brand at 19 years old isn’t easy. Building one around creativity and authenticity is even harder. Recorded live at DUX 2026, host Matt Harrison sits down with Colton Patterson, founder of Broken Bow, to discuss art, country music, entrepreneurship, and the creative journey that turned a niche social media page into one of the most recognizable brands in outdoor and country culture. Colton shares how posting artwork inspired by old country music, hunting magazines, and rural traditions eventually led to a rapidly growing audience, partnerships with major artists, and a full-time creative career. The conversation explores the challenges of building a business at a young age, the importance of staying authentic, and why passion has to come before success. Along the way, Colton talks about his love for duck hunting, growing up in Tennessee and Alabama, songwriting, social media, and the influence of family, mentors, and outdoor traditions on the work he creates today. Topics Covered The origin story of Broken BowBuilding a brand through artwork and storytellingGrowing a social media audience organicallyCreating hand-drawn artwork in the digital ageCountry music influences and collaborationsEntrepreneurship at a young ageThe role of hunting and the outdoors in creativityAdvice for aspiring artists and creatorsStaying authentic while growing a businessListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    Broken Bow: Art, Music & Betting on Yourself (Ep 819)

  4. Oct 21 ·  Bonus

    Great Lakes Migration Update: Divers Arriving, Geese Pushing & What Comes Next

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com Waterfowl season is underway across the Great Lakes, and the first major migration movement has already arrived. Host Dr. Mike Brasher welcomes back Jay Anglin, Ducks Unlimited Migration Alert editor and Great Lakes outdoorsman, for a mid-season look at waterfowl migration, hunting conditions, and what hunters can expect over the next few weeks. Jay breaks down the recent weather systems that brought gale-force winds to the Great Lakes, how those conditions influenced duck and goose movement, and why hunters are seeing strong goose flights, increasing numbers of divers, and encouraging signs from locally produced mallards. The conversation also explores habitat conditions across the region, fall fishing opportunities, and why the Great Lakes remain one of North America's most overlooked outdoor destinations. Topics Covered Early-season migration conditions across the Great LakesGoose migration, diver movement, and local mallard productionHow recent storms impacted bird distributionConditions in Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and IndianaWater levels, habitat quality, and late broodsWhat hunters should expect over the next few weeksWhy the Great Lakes offer world-class outdoor opportunitiesFishing, deer hunting, and the fall experience beyond waterfowlListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    Great Lakes Migration Update: Divers Arriving, Geese Pushing & What Comes Next

  5. Oct 20

    New Jersey to the Duck Blind: Christian Zeron’s Outdoor Journey (Ep 818)

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com What happens when someone with no hunting background discovers the outdoors for the first time at 30 years old? Recorded live from DUX 2026, host Matt Harrison sits down with Christian Zeron, along with Austin Collins of the Quack Shack Podcast, to discuss hunting, conservation, culture, and why the outdoors has had such a profound impact on his life. Christian shares how a lifelong fascination with outdoor culture eventually led him into duck hunting, turkey hunting, and conservation. Coming from New Jersey with little exposure to hunting traditions, he describes what it was like stepping into a completely new world and discovering a community that welcomed him with open arms. Along the way, the conversation explores regional stereotypes, public perceptions of hunting, the value of conservation organizations, and why protecting wildlife habitat is a responsibility that transcends politics and geography.  The discussion also highlights the role podcasts, social media, and personal relationships play in introducing new people to hunting and helping them understand the conservation mission behind it. Topics Covered Discovering hunting later in lifeChristian’s first duck and turkey hunting experiencesBreaking cultural stereotypes about huntersThe welcoming nature of the outdoor communityConservation and habitat protectionWhy Ducks Unlimited mattersPublic perception of hunting and conservationOutdoor culture in rural AmericaThe power of storytelling and social mediaListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    New Jersey to the Duck Blind: Christian Zeron’s Outdoor Journey (Ep 818)

  6. Oct 15

    The Hunting Industry Runs on Relationships (Ep 817)

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com The best partnerships in the outdoor industry aren't built at trade shows—they're built in duck blinds, dove fields, and places where people have time to connect. In this freestyle episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, Wade Shoemaker sits down at Honey Brake Lodge with Parker Amos (Duck Commander/Buck Commander), Brett Maffet (Benelli USA), and Stephen Findley (Vertical Marketing) for an unscripted conversation about hunting, business, authenticity, and the people who shape the outdoor industry. What starts as a recap of a partner retreat quickly turns into a conversation about career paths, outdoor media, faith, mentorship, and the relationships that often matter more than the brands themselves. The group shares stories from dove hunts, private flights, Honey Brake experiences, and even a few reflections on Phil Robertson, Si Robertson, and the impact Duck Commander has had on modern hunting culture.  More than anything, this episode highlights why genuine relationships continue to drive an industry built around shared experiences outdoors. Topics Covered Why Duck Commander brought partners together at Honey BrakeBuilding authentic relationships in the outdoor industryBrett Maffet's path from cabinet hardware to Benelli USAStephen Findley's work with brands across the outdoor spaceThe lasting influence of Phil and Si RobertsonWhy authenticity matters in hunting and businessHoney Brake's unique culture and guest experienceHow hunting connects people from different backgroundsListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    The Hunting Industry Runs on Relationships (Ep 817)

  7. Oct 13

    Expanded Perspectives: Bigfoot, Hunting Camps & Keeping an Open Mind (Ep 816)

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com If you've ever heard something strange in the woods and wondered what it was, you're not alone. Recorded live from DUX 2026, host Wade Shoemaker sits down with Cam Hale and Kyle Philson of the Expanded Perspectives Podcast to talk about hunting, outdoor traditions, unexplained encounters, and the stories that often come from time spent deep in the woods. The conversation explores how Expanded Perspectives grew from a small podcast into one of the largest platforms dedicated to strange encounters and listener-submitted stories. Along the way, Cam and Kyle discuss the origins of the "Glimmer Man" phenomenon, mysterious experiences reported by hunters, Bigfoot sightings, and why so many outdoor stories begin in the darkness before daylight. Just as importantly, the discussion focuses on curiosity, keeping an open mind, and understanding that not every outdoor experience has an easy explanation. Whether you're a skeptic, a believer, or somewhere in between, this episode is a fascinating look at the stories hunters share when the hunt is over. Topics Covered The origins of Expanded PerspectivesHow listener stories shaped the showThe “Glimmer Man” phenomenonStrange hunting camp encountersBigfoot stories and eyewitness reportsOutdoor folklore and unexplained experiencesWhy hunters tell the best storiesKeeping an open mind about the unknownThe role of storytelling in outdoor cultureListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    Expanded Perspectives: Bigfoot, Hunting Camps & Keeping an Open Mind (Ep 816)

  8. Oct 12 ·  Bonus

    BONUS: Prairie Migration and Hunting Update

    MONTHLY SPONSORSOld Timer Knives - https://www.theoldtimer.comSavage Arms - https://savagearms.comWeatherby - https://weatherby.comMorton Buildings - https://mortonbuildings.comDuck Club Bourbon - https://duckclubbourbon.com Migration is in full swing across the prairies, and the reports coming from the heart of waterfowl country are encouraging. Dr. Mike Brasher, DU's Senior Waterfowl Scientist, sits down with John Pollmann, DU Migration Alert Editor, to discuss the latest habitat conditions, migration activity, and hunting success across Prairie Canada and the northern United States. Good water and strong bird numbers have hunters enjoying consistent success across much of Prairie Canada, while drier conditions on the U.S. prairies have led to more scattered birds and uneven hunting. Mike and John discuss the latest migration activity and what current conditions could mean for hunters farther down the flyway.  Topics Covered Current habitat and hunting conditions across Prairie CanadaHow abundant rainfall improved wetland conditions and waterfowl habitatReports of strong migrations of mallards, whitefronts, snow geese, and other speciesWhy Canadian prairie hunters are experiencing consistent success this fallHunting conditions and bird numbers across the U.S. prairiesHow weather patterns are influencing migration timing and bird movementsWhat upcoming cold fronts, snow, and north winds could mean for migrationWhy current prairie conditions are good news for hunters farther down the flywayListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS: Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

    BONUS: Prairie Migration and Hunting Update
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Ducks Unlimited Podcast is a constant discussion of all things waterfowl; from in-depth hunting tips and tactics, to waterfowl biology, research, science, and habitat updates. The DU Podcast is the go-to resource for waterfowl hunters and conservationists. Ducks Unlimited is the world's leader in wetlands conservation.

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  • Creator
    Ducks Unlimited Inc.
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    934
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ducks Unlimited Inc. 2022
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