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DUTV Roundtable: The Season, The Stories & Behind-the-Scenes (Ep 755) Mar 10, 2026

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This is one of the biggest Ducks Unlimited Podcast episodes we’ve ever recorded — and for good reason. Host Matt Harrison brings together the full cast and production team behind DUTV, including:

Jim Ronquest
Doug Larson
Fred Zink
Rusty McDaniels
Preston McDaniels
Joe White

Together they unpack the entire 2025–26 DUTV filming season — the highs, the lows, the logistics, the weather challenges, the production hurdles, and the incredible people and places that made the show possible.

In this episode:

What it’s really like filming duck hunts across North America
The messy reality of camera angles, wind shifts, sun glare & “lens flash”
Why pressure, weather, and older birds made this year unpredictable
Telemetry research & how ducks are adapting faster than we think
The role of DU volunteers, biologists, landowners & partners in every episode
The huge workload of producers and post-production teams
Favorite hunts of the year — from mallards in Nebraska to brant in New Jersey
How DUTV chooses hunt locations and builds conservation storylines
The game‑changing importance of drones, new cameras, and modern tech

If you love DUTV, waterfowl storytelling, or want to understand how outdoor TV is really made…this episode is an absolute must‑listen.

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Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.

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RELOADED EP199 - Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 1: The Early Days Mar 07, 2026

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At the turn of the 19th Century, market hunting and unregulated harvest was taking a toll on waterfowl and other migratory birds. Growing concern produced the first attempts at federal regulation of migratory birds. In part 1 of the DU Podcast’s series on the history of waterfowl harvest management, Dale Humburg, former DU chief scientist, and Ken Babcock, former DU senior director of regional operations, discuss these early days and the resistance to federal intervention.
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Duck Hodges: NFL Stories, Duck Hunts & Launching Club Country (Ep 754) Mar 05, 2026

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He’s a former NFL quarterback, a lifelong outdoorsman, a junior world duck‑calling champion, a YouTube creator, and now the founder of a new lifestyle brand. Today’s guest is the one and only Devlin “Duck” Hodges.

Hosts Matt Harrison and Jimbo Robinson sit down with Duck for a wide‑open conversation covering everything from his days with the Pittsburgh Steelers to his passion for duck hunting, bowhunting, faith, family, and building his new brand — Club Country — which connects the hunting/outdoor lifestyle with the golf world.

In this episode:

How he got the nickname “Duck” (and why he hated it at first)
Breaking Steve McNair’s passing record at Samford
The wild moment he got thrown into his first NFL game
What it was like hunting with Peyton Manning, Luke Bryan & others
The YouTube boom and why he wants to be a positive influence for new hunters
How Club Country was born — and why it bridges golf + outdoors
Balancing business, hunting, and planning a wedding with Lainey Wilson
His favorite hunts, biggest lessons, and where he’s headed next

If you’re a football fan, a duck hunter, or someone who loves the outdoor lifestyle, this is one of the most fun, wide‑ranging episodes of the season.

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Feather Wars: Inside the Great Crusade to Save America’s Birds (Ep 753) Mar 03, 2026

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The history of bird conservation is full of conflict, characters, chaos — and ultimately, hope.

In this special episode, host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with journalist and author James H. McCommons, whose new book Feather Wars uncovers the dramatic, surprising, and often untold stories behind how America saved its birds from the brink of extinction.

From market hunting and plume traders to poetic bird lovers, political maneuvering, and early wildlife heroes, this book chronicles the people, laws, and events that shaped modern conservation — including stories waterfowl hunters will instantly recognize.

In this episode:

The early days of shotgun ornithologists and egg collectors
How plume hunting and the feather trade ignited a national movement
Why hunters played a crucial role in securing early conservation laws
The real story behind the Lacey Act, Weeks-McLean Act, and MBTA
The wild saga of Ray Holland vs. the Missouri Attorney General
Ding Darling, duck clubs, and the birth of the Federal Duck Stamp
How past conservation battles mirror today’s challenges

If you love birds, hunting history, conservation law, or simply great storytelling — this episode (and this book) are must-listens.

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RELOADED EP236 - The Physics of Shotgunning w/ Phil Bourjaily Feb 28, 2026

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Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss a recent column – The Physics of Shotgunning. Bourjaily breaks down the science behind being a better shooter. He also provides an update on his duck season.

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wildturkeyDNA: Year One Surprises, Odd Plumage, and Big Plans for 2026 (Ep 752) Feb 26, 2026

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The wildturkeyDNA project is back—and year one delivered far more surprises than expected.

Recorded on location at the NWTF Convention, Dr. Mike Brasher, DU's Senior Waterfowl Scientist, is joined by:

Dr. Mike Chamberlain, NWTF Distinguished Professor at the University of Georgia and Wild Turkey Lab

Dr. Phil Lavretsky, Associate Professor and wildlife geneticist at University of Texas at El Paso

Katie Tucker, DU Conservation Science Assistant

Together they break down year one results, insights from odd‑plumage birds and unexpected hybrids, and unveil expansion plans for 2026. This episode offers an inside look at one of the fastest‑growing wildlife genetics projects in North America—powered by turkey hunters.

In this episode:

Why some "odd plumage" birds turned out to be 100% wild.
Heritage breeds, hybrids, and true genetic mutations: what showed up and why it matters.
Why turkey genetics were more complicated than expected.
How expanded sampling will shed light on subspecies ranges across the country.
Concern about inbreeding depression and the quest for answers.
How hunter participation has become the engine behind modern wildlife genetics.
Big plans for 2026, including expansion into Canada and incorporation of Osceola samples.

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Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.

Goose Camp Pt. 3: Streamlight & Migra on Gear, Innovation, and Camp Stories (Ep 751) Feb 24, 2026

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The Goose Camp finale brings two powerhouse DU partners to the couch.

Will Taylor (Streamlight) shares new‑product highlights, SHOT Show takeaways, and why quality lighting matters when waterfowlers spend half their day in the dark. Drew McIntosh (Migra Ammunition) dives into stacked‑load design, extreme cold‑weather primer testing, and custom DU event concepts—plus a few camp laughs about waders, headlamps, and sugar‑powered shooters.

You’ll hear:

Streamlight’s SHOT Show releases, dual‑fuel options, and DU co‑branded headlamps
Why candela and throw matter for waterfowl setups before dawn and after last light
Migra’s stacked‑load philosophy, new hybrid turkey load, and negative‑temperature primer testing
DU event‑exclusive ammo concepts and how customization supports fundraising
Classic Goose Camp moments: sleep‑in mornings, Little Caesars in the blind, and “wait—what’s that smell?” headlamp stories

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RELOADED EP462 - Fantastic Fowl Facts Feb 21, 2026

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Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher peruse a series of fun facts about waterfowl, including questions such as how many invertebrates a wood duck eats, which waterfowl species is the largest, which lives the longest, which is the fastest and why is it not green-winged teal. The duo also discuss observations from past research including multiple paternity, double brooding, long-distance migration, which acorns wood ducks consider the tastiest, and several others.

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Goose Camp Pt. 2: Addison Edmonds, Gunner Kennels & Full‑Circle Moments (Ep 750) Feb 19, 2026

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Goose Camp Pt. 2 brings serious heart, humor, and inspiration as Jimbo and Matt sit down with Gunner Kennels founder Addison Edmonds.
From starting DU season with Jimbo in North Dakota to ending it together at Goose Camp, this episode is full of stories, reflections, and behind‑the‑brand insight. Addison shares emotional “full circle” moments — from vision‑boarding the DU logo on a kennel to launching new products with DU partners. You’ll also hear dog stories, vest launches, camp chaos, and what’s coming next for the Gunner brand.

You’ll hear:

• How Gunner’s DU‑exclusive kennels came to life
• The North Dakota → Arkansas “start and finish” of the season
• Chevy’s big blind retrieves & the joy of hunting with dogs
• The story behind Gunner’s vest launch and Ben Potter’s film
• New facility, new colors, upcoming collabs, and future releases
• The importance of DU partnerships in Gunner’s story

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Goose Camp Pt. 1: Industry Friends, Big Ideas & Snow Goose Stories (Ep 749) Feb 17, 2026

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The DU Podcast kicks off Goose Camp with an all‑star group of partners, storytellers, and friends from the waterfowl world.

Host Matt Harrison is joined by Jimbo Robinson, Brooke Richard (Higdon Outdoors), and Seth Dortch (Rough Country) to talk camp culture, late‑season realities, and how DU partnerships turn into better fundraising, better gear, and better conservation.

This episode is part storytelling, part behind‑the‑scenes look at how ideas are born around a muddy Arkansas blind: raffle innovations, DU‑exclusive items, UTV/truck outfitting for waterfowlers, and why Goose Camp is where the best conversations happen.

You’ll hear:

Why snow geese are humbling (and addictive) — and why you still go tomorrow
How Higdon & DU collaborate on raffles, gear, and event‑friendly packages
Rough Country’s crossover into the waterfowl community (UTV/truck builds DU members actually use)
The power of DU events: customization, fundraising concepts, and partner synergy
Camp culture, youth‑weekend anticipation, and the laughs you only get at Goose Camp

Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast
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