Best Ducks Unlimited Inc Podcasts (2024)

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Harvest Timing for Green Feed Study with Greg Penner (U of S) 54:13

9h ago54:13

54:13

Dr. Greg Penner is a Professor in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science and holds a Centennial Enhancement Chair in Ruminant Nutritional Physiology at the University of Saskatchewan. He was hired in 2009 after obtaining his bachelor’s degree and M.Sc. degree at the University of Saskatchewan, and his PhD from the University of Alberta. Dr. P…

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Ep. 602 – How to Avoid Opening Day Blunders 29:27

12h ago29:27

29:27

Host Chris Jennings is joined by John Pollmann, freelance contributor to Ducks Unlimited magazine and ducks.org, to talk about the excitement of opening day of waterfowl season and ways to avoid making simple mistakes. As opening day continues to creep closer, there are several tactics many duck and goose hunters don’t take into account, leaving th…

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Ep. 601 – duckDNA is Back for Year 2 and More July Updates 36:01

9h ago36:01

36:01

After overwhelming response, duckDNA has officially returned for year 2! On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher and Dr. Jerad Henson share this exciting news and what you need to know about the upcoming season. Also discussed are the forthcoming release of the breeding population survey, what it might mean for harvest regulations, the latest on Avian In…

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MBFI Sod Seeding Trial & Forage Living Library with Dr. Mary-Jane Orr 41:07

20h ago41:07

41:07

Today we are talking with Dr. Mary-Jane Orr about MBFI’s Sod Seeding Trial and the Forage Living Library. Mary-Jane leads a dedicated team at MBFI to advance Manitoba’s beef & forage industry through engaging stakeholders, evaluating on-farm innovation, and extension for sustainability of farmers, the public, and the environment. She deeply values …

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Ep. 600 – Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Heat: Expert Advice from Wildrose Kennels 27:45

27m ago27:45

27:45

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels to discuss retriever training during the peak of summer heat. The conversation leads to a discussion on summer training for dogs, touching on different locations and the importance of adjusting training routines based on weather conditioning. Stewart brings to light several tr…

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Ep. 599 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 2 of 2 51:06

23m ago51:06

51:06

PART 2: On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with Joe and Donna Tonelli, avid hunters, collectors, and historians. Joe shares his early introduction to hunting through family traditions, while Donna's expertise in writing about decoys and ducks adds depth to their shared passion. Tune in to hear about their jou…

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Ep. 598 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 1 of 2 47:18

14d ago47:18

47:18

PART 1: On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke sits down with Joe and Donna Tonelli, avid hunters, collectors, and historians. Joe shares his early introduction to hunting through family traditions, while Donna's expertise in writing about decoys and ducks adds depth to their shared passion. Tune in to hear about their jou…

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Ep. 597 – Calling Ducks with a Whistle 38:10

1h ago38:10

38:10

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Beau Brooks, digital marketing specialist for Higdon Outdoors, to talk about the highly popular whistle. Brooks specializes in calling ducks with a whistle. He explains his best practices calling teal, wood ducks, wigeon, pintails, and mallards. Listeners are sure to pick up a handful of helpful tips as Brooks detai…

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Producer Profile with Sean & Kristi-Lyn Buckley (Deer Meadow Farmacy) 1:07:18

4h ago1:07:18

1:07:18

At Deer Meadow Farmacy, Sean and Kristi-Lyn Buckley prioritize the health and wellness of their entire ecological system- knowing the well-being of nature is parallel to that of human health. With this correlation at the forefront of their minds, they strive to maximize diversity above and below the soil to create a resilient, holistic ecosystem wh…

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Ep. 596 – Dr. Scott Stephens – Summer Rains Provide Major Boost to the Prairies 35:42

21d ago35:42

35:42

After 4 years of extended drought, spring and summer rains finally provide relief to the US and Canadian prairies, but what does it mean for the fall flight? Dr. Scott Stephens joins co-hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher for a mid-July update on breeding habitat conditions across the prairies and boreal forest. Because much of the rain came …

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Ep. 595 – Game-Farm Genes Affect Mallard Movements and Behavior – Evidence from the Great Lakes 1:01:28

2d ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Much has been said about increasing prevalence of game-farm genes in mallard populations, but evidence has been scarce on whether these genes produce differences in behavior and demography…until now. Pivotal research by Dr. Ben Luukkonen reveals that game-farm hybrids differ from wild mallards in their movements, migration, habitat use, and nest in…

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Ep. 594 – Mallards of the Great Lakes – New Research into Population Declines 36:43

14d ago36:43

36:43

Great Lakes mallards are an important source of local harvest for hunters in the region, but their population has declined by nearly 60% since 1997. Recently completed research sponsored by Ducks Unlimited and a host of other partners provides insights into the potential causes. In the first of this 2-part discussion, Dr. Ben Luukkonen, imminent Ph…

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Ep. 593 – Thank You for Your Support! New Adventures for the DU Podcast 3:05

26d ago3:05

3:05

Happy Independence Day, everyone! You inspire us to innovate and improve. We cannot wait to share these exciting new chapters with you and continue our journey together in preserving our wetlands and waterfowl for generations to come. Please don't ever hesitate to reach out with questions, comments, or suggestions for content. Thank you for listeni…

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Positive Public Perception with Donalee Jones 49:02

29d ago49:02

49:02

Donalee Jones has been producing documentary & commercial television projects for over 20 years, but her real passion is agriculture. She grew up on a mixed grain and cattle farm near Baldur, Manitoba and from a young age she was drawn to the rural lifestyle. In 2008, she and her partner began implementing a succession plan which allowed them to ta…

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Ep. 592 – Transition of Power – Meet DU’s New President, Bob Spoerl 42:25

1M ago42:25

42:25

Every 2 years, there is a transition at the top of DU’s volunteer leadership, as the membership approves a new President and the outgoing president takes the helm as Chairman of the Board. On this episode, DU’s new President, Bob Spoerl, joins Chairman of the Board, Chuck Smith, and podcast host Dr. Mike Brasher to discuss the ins and outs of this …

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Ep. 591 – The Value of a Wetland: Exploring the Benefits of Wetlands to Waterfowl, Wildlife, and People. 1:02:09

1M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

On this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, Dr. Jerad Henson hosts Dr. Mike Brasher, senior waterfowl scientist, and Dr. Ellen Herbert, senior scientist for Sustainability and Nature-Based Solutions. They dive into the value of wetlands, discussing the importance of wetlands for waterfowl and sustainability. They highlight the significance of w…

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Ep. 590 – Pintails, Guns & Gear, Mediocre Habitat, and Avian Flu 21:37

1M ago21:37

21:37

Thanks to a newly approved pintail harvest strategy, waterfowl hunters in the Lower 48 may soon have the opportunity for a 3-pintail bag limit for the first time since 1997. In this June roundup, Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher provide updates on the new strategy and what it might mean for hunters, and when we should expect to learn more. New i…

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Ep. 589 – $100 Million for the Prairies and 1 Million Acres of Conservation Delivery 32:00

1M ago32:00

32:00

Dr. Karen Waldrop, DU’s chief conservation officer, joins Dr. Mike Brasher to share two unprecedented announcements reflecting DU’s continued growth and impact for waterfowl conservation. First was a monumental $100 Million gift from Jim Kennedy and the James M. Cox Foundation to support permanent protection of wetlands and grasslands in DU’s highe…

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Positive Public Perception with Amie Peck 57:36

25d ago57:36

57:36

Amie Peck leads the Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE) team at the Canadian Cattle Association which works to increase public trust in the Canadian beef industry by supporting industry synergies, forming strategic partnerships and connecting positively with consumers and the public. This includes addressing industry issues by coordinating key …

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Ep. 588 – Breaking Down the Feeding Call with Jimbo Ronquest 41:59

1M ago41:59

41:59

The feeding call is fundamental for all callers to understand. However, Jimbo Ronquest, vice president of development for Drake Waterfowl and world duck calling champion, explains the variations that can be added to your arsenal to improve your calling abilities. Ronquest and host Chris Jennings discuss his feeding calls and break down when he uses…

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Ducks Unlimited Inc Podcasts

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Beef and Forage Roundup

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Harvest Timing for Green Feed Study with Greg Penner (U of S) 54:13

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Ep. 602 – How to Avoid Opening Day Blunders 29:27

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Ep. 601 – duckDNA is Back for Year 2 and More July Updates 36:01

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MBFI Sod Seeding Trial & Forage Living Library with Dr. Mary-Jane Orr 41:07

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Ep. 600 – Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Heat: Expert Advice from Wildrose Kennels 27:45

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Ep. 599 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 2 of 2 51:06

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Ep. 598 – Decoy Collecting and Duck Hunting Stories with Joe and Donna Tonelli PART 1 of 2 47:18

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Ep. 597 – Calling Ducks with a Whistle 38:10

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Producer Profile with Sean & Kristi-Lyn Buckley (Deer Meadow Farmacy) 1:07:18

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Ep. 596 – Dr. Scott Stephens – Summer Rains Provide Major Boost to the Prairies 35:42

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Ep. 595 – Game-Farm Genes Affect Mallard Movements and Behavior – Evidence from the Great Lakes 1:01:28

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Ep. 594 – Mallards of the Great Lakes – New Research into Population Declines 36:43

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Ep. 593 – Thank You for Your Support! New Adventures for the DU Podcast 3:05

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Positive Public Perception with Donalee Jones 49:02

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Ep. 592 – Transition of Power – Meet DU’s New President, Bob Spoerl 42:25

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Ep. 591 – The Value of a Wetland: Exploring the Benefits of Wetlands to Waterfowl, Wildlife, and People. 1:02:09

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Ep. 590 – Pintails, Guns & Gear, Mediocre Habitat, and Avian Flu 21:37

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Ep. 589 – $100 Million for the Prairies and 1 Million Acres of Conservation Delivery 32:00

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Positive Public Perception with Amie Peck 57:36

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Ep. 588 – Breaking Down the Feeding Call with Jimbo Ronquest 41:59

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