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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. RELOADED EP553 - Exploring the World of Sporting Dogs Training & Nutrition

    1D AGO

    RELOADED EP553 - Exploring the World of Sporting Dogs Training & Nutrition

    In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon sits down with Ray Voigt, former professional retriever trainer and current Purina senior specialist, and Karl Gunzer, Purina Sporting Dog Group Director, discussing all things dogs. They talk about their love for sporting breeds, canine nutrition, training tips, and the Bird Dog Hall of Fame. If you're a dog lover, this episode is a must-listen as they dive into the history and importance of sporting dogs. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    57 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Great Lakes Waterfowl Season Review: What Worked, What Didn’t, What’s Next (Ep 746)

    Get a clear read on what drove Great Lakes hunting success this season—and how to adapt for spring snows, steelhead, and turkey. Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by DU’s Chris Jennings and returning Great Lakes voice Jay Anglin (Northern Indiana, guides primarily in Michigan) to break down conditions, bird behavior, and practical lessons learned. This episode is a boots‑on‑the‑ground season review from the Great Lakes region. Jay explains why he hunted fewer days but had better results by timing “the right days,” and why low water and inconsistent weather created a challenging year for local puddle ducks. The crew also digs into diver timing, late/odd Canada goose movement, big-water pressure from year‑round fishing, and the mindset shift that keeps hunts enjoyable even in down years. Takeaways: Why “hunting the right days” (wind, timing, conditions) mattered more than grinding it outHow drought/low water created short-lived habitat even after heavy rain burstsDiver storylines (especially redheads) vs. a slower mallard “burn” across key Great Lakes areasHow big-water refuge behavior, boat traffic, and fishing pressure push ducks offshoreThe mystery of “late Canada geese” and why it didn’t match typical patternsWhat’s next: conservation order snow geese, spring movement, steelhead, and turkey plansListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    43 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Protecting Our Right to Hunt and Fish, Voluntary Easements, and State Policy (Ep 745)

    Take a deeper dive into how state policy drives habitat conservation, promotes access, and protects our hunting and outdoor traditions. Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with South Carolina State Senator Chip Campsen, DU’s Southern Region Director of Public Policy Ed Penny, and Wildlife Mississippi Executive Director James Cummins. They unpack proven tools like the South Carolina Conservation Bank, dedicated state funding models, and why respectful behavior and smart policy both matter for the future of hunting and fishing. From perpetual conservation easements to college‑town river hunts and the role of Boone & Crockett, this episode shows how statehouses—and the people who vote them in—influence opportunities for every hunter and angler.  Takeaways: How the South Carolina Conservation Bank leverages competitive grants and easements to protect ~500,000 acres—and why seed funding stretches dollars farther Voluntary, perpetual easements: property‑rights friendly, customizable, and often paired with public access incentives Why clustered easements (ACE Basin, Santee Delta) create ecosystem‑scale wins for waterfowl and wildlife Dedicated state funding models (e.g., Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund) unlock big federal matches and local projects Social license to hunt and fish: how hunter behavior, messaging, and policy safeguard opportunity beyond a constitutional “right” CSF/NASC: bipartisan networks where state legislators swap playbooks that protect hunting, angling, and access  Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    1h 10m
  4. RELOADED EP530 - From Challenger To Champion with Mike Anderson

    JAN 31

    RELOADED EP530 - From Challenger To Champion with Mike Anderson

    2009 World Duck Calling Champion Mike Anderson joins the DU Podcast to talk calls, calling and his favorite pastime, chasing river ducks.  Anderson takes us on his journey from childhood to putting in the time and road miles that lead to becoming World Champion. We also discuss his favorite competition and hunting style calls and how Rich-N-Tone founder Butch Richenback mentored him all the way to the top of the contest calling mountain.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    46 min

  5. JAN 29

    How State Legislation Shapes Your Hunting, Access, and Conservation Future (Ep 744)

    Learn how state-level decisions directly impact your seasons, access, opportunity, and conservation funding. Host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with Kaleigh Leager of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation and Swanny Evans of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever—two policy professionals working daily inside state capitols to protect hunting, fishing, trapping, and shooting traditions. Most hunters understand federal policy like the Duck Stamp or the Farm Bill. But far more decisions—from Sunday hunting to conservation funding and public‑land access—are made in state legislatures. This episode explains how the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses works, why states are “laboratories of democracy,” and how small bills can create big downstream impacts on opportunity. In this episode: What the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation and NASC network doHow state bills—good and bad—spread across the countryWhy Sunday hunting reforms matter for access and R3Conservation funding: how license structures and federal match dollars really workWhy discounted or free licenses can unintentionally hurt state wildlife agenciesThe case for resident‑rate licenses for nonresident college studentsHow DU, PF/QF, and partners collaborate to stop harmful bills and advance positive onesListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    1 hr
  6. ASCEND: The Outdoor Icks: Real Talk on Confidence, Community, and Hunting Culture (Ep 743)

    JAN 27

    ASCEND: The Outdoor Icks: Real Talk on Confidence, Community, and Hunting Culture (Ep 743)

    Stop second-guessing yourself outdoors: learn what’s actually “icky,” what’s just noise, and how to build confidence fast. Julia Stallings is joined by DU Ascend host Erin Crider and Maggie Williams (duck hunter and women-in-the-outdoors advocate) to talk real etiquette, safety, and community. This episode gets honest (and funny) about the “icks” women run into in hunting and fishing culture—everything from performative photos to gear judgement. Erin and Maggie share practical ways to keep the outdoors welcoming: lead by example, teach without shaming, and prioritize safety when you’re alone on public land. You’ll also hear real talk on makeup, social media pressure, and how women are “redesigning what conservation looks like” through community and positivity. Why “duck in your mouth” photos turn people off—and what to do insteadMakeup in the blind: do it or don’t, but don’t let it define youThe fish photo ick: wide-angle, long-arming, and posing vs documenting the journeySafety on public land: why some women avoid pink and try not to “look like a girl” aloneGear talk that matters: fit challenges, cost, and what keeps new hunters coming backHow to correct a newcomer without tearing them down (DMs, tone, and leading by example)Subscribe and join this exciting journey to explore, learn, and grow together in the outdoor world.Join the Ascend Instagram community at @duascend and http://www.ducks.org/ascend. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    1h 7m
  7. RELOADED EP171 - Dabblers, Divers, Sea Ducks... What's The Difference?

    JAN 24

    RELOADED EP171 - Dabblers, Divers, Sea Ducks... What's The Difference?

    Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings have a quick discussion on the basics of what separates these waterfowl types. Brasher explains anatomy, feeding types, and other differences between these ducks, while Jennings brings a handful of fun facts to the show.  Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    25 min

  8. JAN 22

    How John and Amy Sarver Built a Life Around Decoys, Art, and Community (Ep 742)

    Hear how a carver–painter duo learned the craft together, built a collection, and now run one of Illinois’ longest‑running decoy shows. Host Katie Burke talks with John and Amy Sarver—carvers, collectors, and organizers of the Henry Decoy Show—about their path into waterfowl art, carving as a team, and growing a younger decoy community. John grew up on the Illinois River surrounded by hunters and collectors, while Amy came from an artistic family with early exposure to Mississippi River decoys. They share how Pat Gregory pushed them into carving, how painting and sculpting became a shared language, and why they’re committed to keeping regional traditions alive. The pair also reflect on shows, mentors, travel hunts, and how inspiration from wild birds translates into their work. Takeaways: How childhood exposure to Illinois and Mississippi River traditions shaped their collectingWhy Pat Gregory’s push got the whole family carving—and why their first decoys “weren’t round”How Amy’s art background fuels both painting and wildlife studyThe history, growth, and youth engagement of the 58‑year‑old Henry Decoy ShowHunting trips—from Alaska to California—that influence their carving and paintingWhat it’s like being featured carvers as a young team in the craftListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. 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.

    47 min
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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
    816
  • Rating
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    © Ducks Unlimited Inc. 2022
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