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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Ep. 683 - Reassortment and Genetic Change in Bird Flu - Why It Matters
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1:04:48Dr. Lisa Kercher, St Jude Children's Research Hospital, joins Dr. Mike Brasher and Kayci Messerly for a lesson in Virology 101 and an update on the hunt for genetic changes in highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Learn about the process of reassortment, how it produces new viruses, and how these changes influence the evolving risks of HPAI. Dr…
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Ep. 682 - Birds Declines Continue, But What About Ducks?
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1:05:27Since 1970, North America has lost nearly 3 billion birds, and while ducks and geese have long been a bright spot, their lights are dimming. On this co-branded episode, join Ramsey Russell of "It's Duck Season Somewhere," as he interviews Dr. Mike Brasher and breaks down bird declines by major groupings and explains why birds are disappearing—some …
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RELOADED EP134 | Retriever Training & Tools w/ Tom Dokken
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30:24Tom Dokken, owner of Dokken’s Oak Ridge Kennels, joins the DU Podcast to talk about exciting new products from SportDOG Brand. Dokken brings more than 45 years of retriever training experience to the podcast and he discusses the changes in training over that span. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected]…
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Ep. 681 - History of the Labrador (Part 1 of 3): Origins
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37:35In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Nathan Ratchford and co-host John Gordon welcome special guest Craig Koshyk, a passionate dog historian, photographer, and author of Pointing Dogs, Volume One: The Continentals. Together, they trace the early origins of the Labrador Retriever—from the rugged coastlines of Newfoundland to its jour…
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Ep. 680 - Keep Your Dog Hunt-Ready This Summer
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34:10Host John Gordon returns with a chance encounter turned memorable episode, featuring field trial trainer Hunter Hastings. Their story starts at a gas station in Crockett, Texas, where a shared love of retrievers sparked a connection. In this episode, they talk about off-season training—how to keep your retriever in shape, avoid heat stress, and sta…
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RELOADED EP115 | Summer Retriever Training Focus
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27:25Host Chris Jennings is joined by Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels to discuss retriever training during the peak of summer heat. Stewart brings to light several training, nutrition, and health tips to keep your retriever in shape and safe from heat stroke. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected]…
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Ep. 679 - Retriever Safety Pt 2: Cold-Weather and Hunting Season
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38:19Hosts Dr. Jerad Henson and Nathan Ratchford welcome back Dr. Jason Robinson for a deep dive into cold-weather safety during hunting season. This Ducks Unlimited Podcast episode focuses on how to prevent hypothermia, recognize cold-related injuries like limber tail, and keep your retriever warm, conditioned, and ready in the blind all season long. L…
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Ep. 678 - Chesapeake Bay Retriever: History, Training, and Companionship
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34:46In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host John Gordon is joined by Paul McKinnon from Prince Edward Island to dive into the profile of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Paul shares his experiences training his dog, Jaxie. The conversation highlights the bond between a handler and their dog, the importance of solid training, and the joy of le…
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RELOADED EP109 | Off Season Duck & Goose Calling
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20:22Jay Anglin joins host Chris Jennings to discuss a few calling tips for the summer, including tuning and cleaning your calls. Summer is the ideal time to get your calls into working order and Anglin even discusses shipping calls back to call makers for tuning and replacement parts. You want to address any calling issue now, rather than wait until op…
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Ep. 677 - Retriever Safety Pt 1: Summer Training
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45:43Hosts Dr. Jerad Henson and Nathan Ratchford sit down with veterinarian and hunter Dr. Jason Robinson for a timely conversation on summer training safety. This Ducks Unlimited Podcast episode covers essential precautions for keeping your retriever healthy in the heat, including hydration, water quality, and common warm-weather hazards. Listen now: w…
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Ep. 676 - Golden Retrievers: Hunting Heritage and Heart
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34:38In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host John Gordon continues his breed profile series with a deep dive into the Golden Retriever. He shares heartfelt stories about his own dog, Buster—a loyal companion for over three years—and introduces special guest Ann Everett, an expert recommended by friend and DU contributor Mark Atwater. Togeth…
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RELOADED EP96 | Off Season Shotgunning w/ Phil Bourjaily Part 2
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41:20Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine shotgunning columnist joins host Chris Jennings for another in-depth conversation on what waterfowlers should be doing in the off-season to prepare for the coming season. Bourjaily provides great detail on 10 additional tactics hunters can use to improve their shotgunning. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedbac…
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Ep. 675 - Versatile Breeds vs. Retrievers for Hunters
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43:03In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, we sit down with Kat and Ethan Pippit of Standing Stone Kennels for an in-depth discussion on versatile hunting breeds and their role in the duck blind. From training strategies to the key differences between versatile dogs and traditional retrievers, Kat and Ethan share expert insights to help you fi…
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Ep. 674 - The Boykin Spaniel: A Loyal and Lovable Gundog
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32:27In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host John Gordon returns with a spotlight on one of his favorite breeds—the Boykin Spaniel. He's joined by Eric Grubbs of South Carolina and shares how a Boykin named Paw brought joy and purpose to his family’s life during a time of transition. From their compact size and energetic spirit to their loy…
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Ep. 673 - Essential Puppy Care: Vaccinations, Nutrition, and Training Tips
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44:44In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, we're joined by Dr. RuthAnn Lobos of Purina. We dive deep into puppy health, discussing essential vaccines, building immunity, the science behind proper nutrition, and why it all matters for your duck dog. Plus, Dr. Lobos shares valuable socialization tips to help your puppy grow into a confident hunt…
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RELOADED EP95 | Off Season Shotgunning w/ Phil Bourjaily Part 1
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21:46Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine's shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss what waterfowlers should do in the off-season to prepare for the coming season. Bourjaily provides great detail on 10 tactics hunters can use to improve their shotgunning. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected]…
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Ep. 672 - Prairie Predictions - What are We Hearing and Seeing?
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32:47It's springtime, which means ducks are migrating north to their breeding grounds and hunters are wondering what they'll encounter when they get there. Dr. Scott Stephens joins Dr. Mike Brasher for an update on breeding habitat conditions across the prairies, boreal forest, and Alaska, including prognostications of what he expects to hear once the s…
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