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Interviews and discussions linked to the Duck of Minerva blog (https://duckofminerva.com)
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RELOADED EP248 | Shotgunning: Practice Like You Play
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33:13Phil Bourjaily, Ducks Unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist, joins Chris Jennings to talk about ways to improve your wingshooting during the off season. Bourjaily explains that repetition is the key, but there are several ways to focus your training on shots typically seen in the duck blind. Pick up a few helpful off-season shooting tips as the …
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Ep. 690 - Grill Like a Pro This 4th of July w/ Malcom Reed from "How To BBQ Right"
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29:51Celebrate the 4th with BBQ legend Malcom Reed of How to BBQ Right as he joins host Jerad Henson for a cookout packed with flavor and tips. From smoked queso to duck breast and firecracker wings, this episode is your guide to simple, crowd-pleasing holiday recipes. Whether you're at the lake or in the backyard, this episode has everything you need f…
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Ep. 689 - Science for a Changing World—The Legacy of Patuxent
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1:31:59"There's nothing adaptive about AHM!" Why is this viewpoint wrong? "Follow the science!" Why is it not that simple? On this episode, Kayci Messerly and Dr. Mike Brasher go on location at the US Geological Survey Eastern Ecological Science Center to visit with Dr. Mike Runge, quantitative ecologist, to learn about the unparalleled history and legacy…
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RELOADED EP246 | Gun Buying Tips For Waterfowlers
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29:38Phil Bourjaily, Ducks Unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to talk about buying used waterfowl guns. Bourjaily offers some tips for finding quality used guns, modifying an old gun, and even what to avoid when searching for a used shotgun. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected]…
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Ep. 688 - Fred Zink on Hunting Legends, Duck Calling Tips, and Wild Stories
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1:04:33In this episode, renowned outdoorsman Fred Zink sits down with host Matt Harrison for a conversation full of wild stories, expert insights, and practical tips for hunters at any level. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback: [email protected] Ducks Unlimited Inc.
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Ep. 687 - History of the Labrador (Part 3 of 3): Modern Era
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35:48In the final installment of our Labrador Retriever series, host Nathan Ratchford, co-host John Gordon, and guest Craig Koshyk—a respected dog historian, photographer, and author of Pointing Dogs, Volume One: The Continentals—explore the breed’s history coming back to North America. This episode explores the rise of field trials in North America, th…
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Ep. 686 - Bird Banding — Behind the Scenes at the Bird Banding Lab
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1:20:12In this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher and Kayci Messerly sit down with Dr. Tony Celis-Murillo and Dr. Lauren Walker of the USGS Bird Banding Lab (BBL) for a deep dive into the history and legacy of bird banding. They explore the function of the BBL, the vital roles of its staff, and how banding data contribute to our understanding of waterfowl populati…
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RELOADED EP123 | How To Introduce a Gun Dog to Guns, Water, Blinds, Decoys & More
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28:33Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, joins Chris Jennings on this podcast to discuss introductions. There’s a right way and a wrong way to introduce dogs, even puppies, to the world of duck and goose hunting. Stewart talks about introducing gunfire, water, blinds, decoys, and the various obstacles waterfowling presents. Listen now: www.ducks.or…
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Ep. 685 - Terrifying Hunting Stories: Bigfoot, Dogman, and UFOs.
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1:01:23Paranormal powerhouses Kyle Philson and Cam Hale from Expanded Perspectives are back with DU Podcast host Matt Harrison for another chilling, campfire-worthy episode. Following the massive success of their previous conversation, this follow-up digs even deeper into the eerie stories shared by DU Podcast listeners. Whether you’re a seasoned believer…
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Ep. 684 - History of the Labrador (Part 2 of 3): Development Period
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43:03In Part 2 of our Labrador history series, host Nathan Ratchford, co-host John Gordon, and special guest Craig Koshyk—a dog historian, photographer, and author of Pointing Dogs, Volume One: The Continentals—continue their discussion with a focus on the breed’s development in the United Kingdom. They examine how selective breeding refined the Labrado…
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It’s the off season and you’re thinking about a new retriever. Mike Stewart, owner and operator of Wildrose Kennels, joins Chris Jennings to discuss the Wildrose process. There’s a lot more to picking out a new hunting partner than showing up and picking a dog from a litter, and Stewart brings his decades of experience to the show to discuss the be…
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Ep. 683 - Reassortment and Genetic Change in Bird Flu - Why It Matters
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1:07:58Dr. 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 - Bird Declines Continue, But What About Ducks?
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1:10:11Since 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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33:34Tom 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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42:20In 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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38:55Host 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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32:09Host 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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