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Ep. 466 – Preserving the Outdoor Lifestyle: Henry and Lakeisha of HALO Hunting Jan 27, 2023

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Listen in as John Gordon, host of the DU Podcast, welcomes Henry and Lakeisha Woodard of HALO to the Ducks Unlimited National Headquarters in Memphis. In this episode, the Woodard’s share their thoughts on their recent appearance on DU Nation, discuss the vital role the outdoors plays in their family life, and reminisce about memorable hunting experiences. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the importance of preserving and promoting the outdoor lifestyle.

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Ep. 465 – Are Hybrid Waterfowl Sterile? Jan 26, 2023

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Few things are more exciting for waterfowl hunters than harvesting that once-in-a-lifetime hybrid. Invariably, the feat leads to excited discussion and questions about which two species produced it, how it happened, and of course, whether hybrids are sterile. On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher asks the expert, Dr. Phil Lavretsky, that most important question… Are hybrid waterfowl sterile?

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Ep. 464 – A Photographer, 167 Species of Waterfowl, and 300,000 Miles Traveled for One Great Story Jan 25, 2023

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Photographer and retired waterfowl biologist, Gary Kramer, joins hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings to share how he traveled to some of the most remote places on Earth to photograph several of the rarest waterfowl species for his book, “Waterfowl of the World". Kramer's book is the greatest collection of waterfowl photography for every single species of waterfowl in the world, including a summary of information about each species. The 524-page book is an ideal coffee-table addition for waterfowl enthusiasts, but the stories behind how he captured the images are even better.

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Ep. 463 – How Ducks Inspired a New Career Jan 23, 2023

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It turns out there are many paths to a career in waterfowl and wetlands conservation. On this episode, we learn about Wes Prebeck’s transition from a 20+ year career in law enforcement to now slogging through swamps and marshes in support of the Wetlands Reserve Easement program. Part of this path, inspired by a love of duck hunting, is Wes’s education through Oregon State University and a Masters research project on factors influencing mallard harvest in the Mississippi Flyway.

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Ep. 462 – Fantastic Fowl Facts Jan 20, 2023

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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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Ep. 461 – Catching Up with Robbie Smith, Sporting Art Director at Leland Little Jan 18, 2023

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On this episode of the DU Podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with friend and past guest, Robbie Smith, to catch up on his journey as Sporting Art Director at Leland Little. In their conversation, Robbie delves into the evolution of his role over the past two years and how it has shaped his collecting habits and appreciation for different styles of art. He also shares his newfound love for carvers he may have previously overlooked. Additionally, Katie and Robbie discuss the upcoming Leland Little Sporting Art Fair, and give listeners a sneak peek of what to expect in its 3rd year. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the world of sporting art and the fascinating journey of Robbie Smith.

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Ep. 460 – Drought to Deluge in the Western U.S. Jan 16, 2023

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Hunters and habitats in the western U.S. have whipsawed from drought to deluge in recent weeks, as a series of atmospheric rivers have brought extreme rain, snow, and flooding. Dr. Fritz Reid joins Dr. Mike Brasher for an update on the California hunting season and how the storms have affected the outlook on drought and water conditions. While totals are well above seasonal averages, many lakes remain below capacity and additional moisture is needed between now and spring.

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Ep. 459 – Houston's East Side Hunting Culture: A Look into Waterfowling Heritage Jan 13, 2023

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Houston is America's fourth largest city, but it also has a rich hunting culture, particularly when it comes to waterfowling. On this episode of the DU Podcast, we talk to longtime Houston Chronicle outdoor journalist Shannon Tompkins, who grew up on the city's east side. Tompkins has extensive knowledge and experience of the people, places and traditions that make this area's waterfowling heritage special. Join us as we dive deep into the characters and locations that make Houston's east side waterfowling culture unique, and gain an understanding of why this heritage is so important to the local community.

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Ep. 458 – Where Do Eastern Mallards Come From? Insights from New Science Jan 11, 2023

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Band recoveries are used to understand linkages between breeding and wintering areas, and sometimes to identify areas responsible for producing birds harvested in a given state or region. However, new research suggests that where birds are banded may not be where they were hatched. Dr. Mike Schummer, waterfowl ecologist with SUNY ESF, shares insights from new research completed by his graduate students and offers thoughts on possible implications for managing eastern mallards.

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Ep. 457 – Tactics for Geese Over Water Jan 09, 2023

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Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, Ducks Unlimited magazine contributor, to discuss a recent magazine feature in the January/February 2023 issue of Ducks Unlimited magazine. Pollmann reached out to several veteran goose hunters to find out their go-to spreads for hunting geese over water. These species-specific decoy and calling tactics may prove valuable as the season continues. Jennings and Pollmann talk about each decoy spread and the unique aspects of each hunter’s approach. If you’re planning to hunt late-season geese, this will be your playbook.

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