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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Sep 29, 2026 · 54:01
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Sometimes the best outdoor products start with a simple question: “Why hasn’t anyone fixed this yet?” Host Wade Shoemaker sits…
Sep 24, 2026 · 23:32
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Some people spend a lifetime chasing ducks. Others spend a lifetime protecting what makes duck hunting possible. Recorded live…
Sep 22, 2026 · 34:53
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby For the guys behind 24.7 Hunt, duck hunting is about a lot more than ducks. Recorded live from DUX 2026 , host Wade Shoemaker…
Sep 21, 2026 · 29:26
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What if supporting waterfowl conservation was as simple as rounding up your everyday purchases? Recorded live from DUX 2026 ,…
Sep 17, 2026 · 1:55:29
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Hunters have observed and debated changes in duck migration and winter distributions for as long as both have existed. Now, new…
Sep 15, 2026 · 42:38
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Few books have shaped the understanding of waterfowl history like The Outlaw Gunner . In this episode, host Katie Burke sits down…
Sep 12, 2026 · 28:41
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Katie Burke welcomes returning guest Dan Thiel to discuss the founder of Ducks Unlimited, Joseph P. Knapp. In telling the history…
Sep 11, 2026 · 17:56
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby A few weeks ago, the Klamath Basin was facing a potentially devastating botulism outbreak. Today, there’s some much-needed good…
Sep 10, 2026 · 2:40:29
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Set yourself up for a successful season by tuning in to this expert discussion of the latest Waterfowl Breeding Population and…
Sep 8, 2026 · 38:09
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The future of waterfowl hunting depends on more than ducks. It depends on community, storytelling, and getting new people…
Sep 5, 2026 · 29:58
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby We welcome Dan Thiel back to the podcast for the second part of the series discussing the history and formation of Ducks…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:20:13
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What happens when a Louisiana duck hunter builds one of the fastest-growing HVAC companies in the region and turns a small…
Sep 1, 2026 · 9:35
The 2026 duck numbers are out, and there are a few surprises. In this special update, Dr. Mike Brasher gives a quick breakdown of the newly released Waterfowl Population Status…
Sep 1, 2026 · 27:05
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby For rising country artist Maddox Batson, the outdoors isn't just a hobby. It's where he goes to slow down, recharge, and…
Aug 29, 2026 · 31:38
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Dan Thiel, Executive Secretary of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. and Chief Operating Officer of Wetlands America Trust, joins podcast…
Aug 27, 2026 · 18:45
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What makes a wooden decoy worth more than a million dollars? Recorded live at DUX 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee , host Katie Burke…
Aug 25, 2026 · 51:47
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Birds don’t recognize borders. Conservation shouldn't either. Host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with longtime Ducks Unlimited…
Aug 22, 2026 · 21:56
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Host Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss waterfowl identification and its importance for not only waterfowl hunters, but…
Aug 20, 2026 · 34:31
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What if saving one species could help protect entire ecosystems and ways of life? Recorded at Ducks Unlimited's 89th National…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:06:53
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Learn how the survey behind duck population estimates and hunting regulations is being evaluated for the future. Host Dr. Mike…
Aug 15, 2026 · 40:11
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Dr. Mike Brasher is joined in studio by a trio of special guests to discuss trends in waterfowl hunter numbers and the importance…
Aug 13, 2026 · 19:06
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Conservation starts with the small things, and the future of hunting depends on what we choose to leave behind. Recorded live…
Aug 11, 2026 · 40:31
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Every decoy has a story, and some of those stories stretch back more than a century. Host Katie Burke sits down with longtime…
Aug 8, 2026 · 29:12
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, freelance contributor to Ducks Unlimited magazine and ducks.org , to talk about…
Aug 6, 2026 · 25:32
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Success in the outdoors starts with being yourself and finding ways to share your passion with others. Recorded live from DUX…
Aug 4, 2026 · 38:56
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Decoy collecting isn’t just about objects — it’s about history, craftsmanship, and the people who built the tradition. In this…
Aug 3, 2026 · 37:59
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Learn why Ducks Unlimited is mobilizing hunters across North America and what’s at stake for the future of duck habitat and…
Aug 1, 2026 · 26:06
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Willie Robertson stopped by the Ducks Unlimited Expo in Memphis to reflect on his family’s journey from selling duck calls to…
Jul 30, 2026 · 1:03:23
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Duck season is getting closer, and waterfowl hunters are facing a few big changes—especially when it comes to ammunition. In this…
Jul 29, 2026 · 36:59
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Follow these links! Direct link to petition : https://ducks.quorum.us/campaign/duckfactory/ Link to DU page and federal register…
Jul 28, 2026 · 36:18
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Learn what’s driving a new botulism outbreak in the Klamath Basin and what conservation partners are doing to help protect…
Jul 25, 2026 · 28:09
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Sydnie Wells, Tim Wells, and Nathan Hogg of Dive Bomb Industries join hosts Matt Harrison and Jimbo Robinson live from DUX 2025.…
Jul 23, 2026 · 1:15:39
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Great gear gets people in the door. Community keeps them coming back. In this episode of the DUX Series , host Jimbo Robinson and…
Jul 22, 2026 · 1:04:44
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Learn how a speaker built for the outdoors became one of the most recognizable brands in hunting, fishing, and outdoor…
Jul 21, 2026 · 1:08:58
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What does it mean to carry a legacy forward while building something new? In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host…
Jul 18, 2026 · 50:24
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby This episode wraps up our 18 part series. As eastern mallards declined in the early 2000s, waterfowl managers developed a new…
Jul 16, 2026 · 57:33
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The best hunting gear starts with real hunters solving real problems. In this episode of the DUX Series , host Jimbo Robinson and…
Jul 14, 2026 · 54:17
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Discover how preserving hunting stories can support firefighter health and cancer prevention. Host Wade Shoemaker talks with Gray…
Jul 11, 2026 · 37:16
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby In the late 1990s, waterfowl harvest managers in the Atlantic Flyway began exploring new approaches to tie harvest regulations…
Jul 9, 2026 · 56:35
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What happens when a hunting brand focuses on people first? In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Wade Shoemaker…
Jul 7, 2026 · 1:01:22
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Great hunts depend on great gear — and the details behind that gear matter more than most people realize. In this episode of the…
Jul 4, 2026 · 2:12
Hey everyone, this is Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited. I wanted to just take a moment to wish each and every one of you a safe and meaningful 4th of July, our Independence…
Jul 3, 2026 · 49:18
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What will the 2026 duck season look like? It all starts on the prairies. In this annual Ducks Unlimited tradition, host Dr. Mike…
Jul 2, 2026 · 45:51
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The Texas Gulf Coast is one of the most important — and most dynamic — waterfowl landscapes in North America. In this episode,…
Jun 30, 2026 · 58:51
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Behind every great hunt is a great dog — and behind that dog is the right nutrition. In this episode of the DUX Series , host…
Jun 29, 2026 · 59:43
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What makes a great waterfowl shotgun — and how has that standard evolved? Recorded live from Ducks Unlimited’s National…
Jun 27, 2026 · 38:12
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Dr. Scott Boomer, USFWS wildlife biologist, rejoins the show to offer his thoughts on sex-specific regulations and provide a…
Jun 25, 2026 · 25:57
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The Ducks Unlimited Podcast is adding a new voice — and a new perspective. In this episode, host Dr. Mike Brasher and co‑host Dr.…
Jun 23, 2026 · 54:55
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Great outdoor gear doesn’t just perform — it tells a story. In this episode of the DUX Series , host Jimbo Robinson is joined by…
Jun 20, 2026 · 34:12
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby First developed for midcontinent mallards, Adaptive Harvest Management has since been expanded to eastern and western mallards,…
Jun 18, 2026 · 29:45
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Decoy carving lives at the intersection of hunting, history, and personal expression. In this episode, host Katie Burke sits down…
Jun 16, 2026 · 57:23
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Recorded at the Ducks Unlimited National Convention in Tampa, this episode brings together leaders from conservation and the…
Jun 13, 2026 · 41:31
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Dr. Jim Dubovsky, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service central flyway representative, rejoins the DU Podcast to provide nostalgic…
Jun 11, 2026 · 32:34
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Today’s hunters don’t just rely on skill — they rely on the tools that get them there. In this episode of the DUX Series , host…
Jun 9, 2026 · 51:16
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby California’s Central Valley is one of the most important — and most intensively managed — waterfowl landscapes in North America.…
Jun 6, 2026 · 33:43
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Mathematics was once a required practice in the duck blind, courtesy of the point system of the 70s and 80s. Dr. Jim Dubovsky,…
Jun 4, 2026 · 37:30
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Behind every vintage shell box, calendar, or advertisement is a story — not just about products, but about the history and…
Jun 2, 2026 · 1:06:04
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Rice fields aren’t just agricultural landscapes — they’re one of the most important waterfowl habitats in North America. In this…
May 30, 2026 · 37:41
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby In this concluding episode about the implementation of Adaptive Harvest Management, Dr. Jim Nichols and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss…
May 28, 2026 · 49:01
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby REGISTER FOR DUX 2026! Innovation in waterfowl hunting gear doesn’t happen by accident — it comes from hunters solving real…
May 26, 2026 · 42:36
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Waterfowl science is entering a new era — and Ducks Unlimited is right in the middle of it. In this episode, host Dr. Mike…
May 23, 2026 · 42:23
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Past Editor-in-Chief of Hunting and Fishing Collectibles Magazine , Stan Van Etten, joins host, Katie Burke, to chat about the…
May 21, 2026 · 57:10
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby What really happens behind the highlight reels of hunting and outdoor life? In this candid roundtable episode, Bethany, Adrienne,…
May 19, 2026 · 52:43
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby REGISTER FOR DUX 2026! ReedsGunsAndAmmo.com - DISCOUNT COUPON: VIPDEALS This episode kicks off a new DUX Series on the Ducks…
May 16, 2026 · 34:04
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Is duck harvest mortality additive or compensatory? Is duck production strongly or weakly density dependent? Which habitat…
May 14, 2026 · 40:24
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The Great Lakes and Atlantic Region may be Ducks Unlimited’s largest and most diverse — and it’s where conservation relevance is…
May 12, 2026 · 1:05:17
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Conservation isn’t just about habitat — it’s about people, relationships, and showing up when decisions are being made. In this…
May 9, 2026 · 38:08
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Dr. Jim Nichols rejoins the DU Podcast to share stories about early champions of Adaptive Harvest Management and how they…
May 7, 2026 · 44:57
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby If North America’s duck populations are the engine of waterfowl hunting, the Prairie Pothole Region is its factory—and keeping…
May 5, 2026 · 29:09
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Becoming a world champion doesn’t happen by accident — it happens through discipline, repetition, and an unrelenting desire to…
May 2, 2026 · 43:47
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Concern for waterfowl populations and frustration with the status quo of duck harvest management in the late 80s stimulated new…
Apr 30, 2026 · 43:04
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Ducks Unlimited and Dow have partnered for decades to deliver real conservation outcomes — but this relationship is now entering…
Apr 28, 2026 · 42:13
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Ducks Unlimited’s work in the Southern United States is complex, diverse, and more critical than ever. In this episode, host Dr.…
Apr 25, 2026 · 1:02:53
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The ideas of “fair” and “equitable” in harvest distribution have been a challenging undercurrent for regulatory decisions over…
Apr 23, 2026 · 54:11
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby CONVENTION SPONSORS : Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails , Benelli , & Raymond James . The Ducks Unlimited National Convention is…
Apr 21, 2026 · 38:59
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Water drives everything in the western United States — and right now, it’s increasingly scarce. In this episode, Ducks…
Apr 18, 2026 · 43:28
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The 1970s and 80s brought a flurry of activity, including early teal seasons, stabilized regulations, foundational analyses of…
Apr 16, 2026 · 48:51
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Can you raise a hunting dog without sacrificing your family or your sanity? Bethany Beathard sits down with professional dog…
Apr 14, 2026 · 55:43
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Great gun dogs aren’t built overnight — they’re shaped through patience, consistency, experience, and mentorship. In this…
Apr 11, 2026 · 41:22
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Threats of a closed season in the Mississippi Flyway in 1968 led to intense disagreement, restrictive regulations, and amplified…
Apr 9, 2026 · 46:57
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby One of the most important events in the history of decoy collecting is about to unfold. Host Katie Burke sits down with Jon…
Apr 7, 2026 · 42:10
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Discover how modern women are reclaiming ancestral skills—from raising and processing their own meat to handling unexpected…
Apr 4, 2026 · 38:28
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby With growing band recoveries and a newly implemented Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, waterfowl managers in the 1950s…
Apr 2, 2026 · 25:46
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Spring is one of the most critical — and overlooked — periods for creating great duck hunting in the fall. In this episode, host…
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:04:38
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Learn how women are taking safety, confidence, and responsibility into their own hands—both in the field and everyday life.…
Mar 28, 2026 · 42:20
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby World War II brought global upheaval in the 1940s and caused a redirection of national priorities and placed a temporary pause on…
Mar 26, 2026 · 27:32
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Ducks are heading north, and we’re getting the first hints of what breeding habitat may look like this spring. DU's senior…
Mar 24, 2026 · 38:36
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Spring turkey season has arrived — and while the weather has been unpredictable and the gobblers uncooperative at times, that…
Mar 21, 2026 · 38:54
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Into the 1920s, the Federal government endured growing pains in its new-found regulatory responsibilities for waterfowl harvest.…
Mar 19, 2026 · 49:44
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Spring is one of the most important—and most overlooked—periods in the waterfowl annual cycle. In this episode, host Dr. Mike…
Mar 17, 2026 · 50:34
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The Chesapeake Bay is home to some of the richest decoy and waterfowling traditions in North America — and today’s guest, Chad…
Mar 14, 2026 · 26:38
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Following legal challenges to early attempts at Federal protection of migratory birds, policy makers and conservation leaders…
Mar 12, 2026 · 53:18
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby West Texas guide, podcaster, storyteller, and full‑time chaos manager — Andy Shaver — joins the DU Podcast. Hosts Jimbo Robinson…
Mar 10, 2026 · 54:33
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby This is one of the biggest Ducks Unlimited Podcast episodes we’ve ever recorded — and for good reason. Host Matt Harrison brings…
Mar 7, 2026 · 33:50
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby At the turn of the 19th Century, market hunting and unregulated harvest was taking a toll on waterfowl and other migratory birds.…
Mar 5, 2026 · 1:04:19
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby He’s a former NFL quarterback, a lifelong outdoorsman, a junior world duck‑calling champion, a YouTube creator, and now the…
Mar 3, 2026 · 39:21
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The history of bird conservation is full of conflict, characters, chaos — and ultimately, hope. In this special episode, host Dr.…
Feb 28, 2026 · 43:15
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss a recent column – The Physics of…
Feb 26, 2026 · 47:26
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The wildturkeyDNA project is back—and year one delivered far more surprises than expected. Recorded on location at the NWTF…
Feb 24, 2026 · 41:29
Monthly Sponsors: North Dakota Tourism Weatherby The Goose Camp finale brings two powerhouse DU partners to the couch. Will Taylor (Streamlight) shares new‑product highlights,…
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