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Upduck Podcast
The Upduck podcast is an intersection between duck hunting and upland hunting, where gundogs and gundog training is the throughline that brings the two worlds together on this new, one-of-a-kind podcast!
Episodes
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Migration Report: 10-6
Welcome to The Migration Report, a new weekly segment from the Upduck Podcast focused exclusively on Wisconsin duck hunting and waterfowl migration. Each…
Upduck PodcastGundog Health 101 with Dr. Libbey Schmitt
Duck season is finally here, and on this week’s episode we’re diving into hunting prep, sleepless nights before opener, and—most importantly—how to keep your…
Upduck PodcastReinventing Spinning Wing Decoys with Bluebird Waterfowl
In this episode of the Upduck Podcast, we sit down with George Parker of Bluebird Waterfowl to talk innovation, duck hunting gear, and how changing the way you…
Upduck PodcastBridging the Gap: Real-World Retriever Steadiness with Aaron Joos (Red Cedar Retrievers)
This duck hunting podcast episode dives into a real, in-the-field case study on retriever steadiness, breaking, and handler discipline. Host Tyler goes…
Upduck PodcastEpisode 100: Bands, Blunders & Big Memories
We made it—episode 100 of the Upduck Podcast! From Jeff’s pirate costume malfunctions to Matt’s first-ever banded teal, and Tyler’s teal hunt chaos with Wren…
Upduck PodcastDuck Hunting Chaos: Lost Cameras, Teal Opener Struggles & Dove Hunting Wins
Episode 99 of the Upduck Podcast is all about the highs, lows, and lessons learned as early duck hunting season kicks off. Jeff shares a hard PSA about losing…
Upduck PodcastSeason Kickoff: Teal, Goose, and Fall Flight Forecasts
Teal and early goose seasons are here! In this Feathered Report, we break down what hunters need to know heading into opener — from the Duck Stamp…
Upduck PodcastDucks, Dirt, and Dollars — A Conversation with Ducks Unlimited’s Brian Glenzinski
With teal season on the horizon and episode 100 just around the corner, the Upduck crew sits down with Brian Glenzinski, Director of Conservation Programs for…
Upduck PodcastBuilding a Waterfowl Community with Bruce Ross of WWA
Bruce Ross, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association (WWA), joins us just weeks away from retirement to reflect on his years of service and…
Upduck PodcastWelds, Waterfowl & the Will to Build with Joe Harris of Blind Spot Outdoors
Joe Harris of Blind Spot Outdoors joins the Upduck crew to share the wild journey from explosives to building some of the most in-demand waterfowl blinds in…
Upduck PodcastHunting, Heritage, and Why Bands Still Matter with Rusty Creasey
The crew welcomes legendary duck club manager and waterfowl ambassador Rusty Creasey to the show. From growing up a mile from the Coca-Cola Woods to managing…
Upduck PodcastBoats, Blinds & Shot Shells: An Open Season Q&A
This week the guys kick back with an unscripted Q&A session that covers everything from upgrading boats with splash pods to the great debate over buying ammo…
Upduck PodcastBeards, Birds, and North Country Pointers with Ben Fretz from North Country Sporting Dogs
The whole Upduck gang is finally back together, and they’re joined by a special guest: Ben Fretz from North Country Sporting Dogs up in Alberta, Canada. Ben…
Upduck PodcastFrom Obedience to Ribbons: Tony’s First Hunt Test Journey
The guys sit down with Tony Smith and Aaron from Red Cedar Retrievers to break down what it’s like running your very first hunt test. Tony shares how he went…
Upduck PodcastTraining vs. Reality: Bridging the Gap with Blind Retrieves
We take a new approach in this episode where we focus on real world hunting scenarios and how they translate (or don’t) to the training field. Matt and Tyler…
Upduck PodcastPublic Land on the Line and South Dakota Shines
Topics include a controversial land use proposal making its way through the Senate, an impressive upland bird season in the Midwest, and regulatory changes…
Upduck PodcastDucks, Dogs & Donuts: Inside the Blind with Phil Kahnke
In this jam-packed episode of the Upduck Podcast, we sit down with legendary waterfowl photographer and hunter Phil Kahnke to cover everything from epic boat…
Upduck PodcastFamily, Food, Fun, and the Future of Hunting w/ Keith Warnke
We sit down with Keith Warnke, R3 Coordinator for the Midwest Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, to dive into the real issues shaping the future of…
Upduck PodcastThe Feathered Report: Breeding Grounds & Expo News
We’re back with two key updates this week: 1️⃣ A snapshot of North American waterfowl breeding habitat conditions, based on Delta Waterfowl’s latest…
Upduck PodcastBoats, Mud Motors, and Pudelpointers with Zach Hoeschen
fter 15+ years of building some of the most rugged duck hunting gear in the business, Zach Hoeschen of Backwater Inc. joins the Upduck crew again to talk all…
Upduck PodcastThe $543 Duck Hunt: Oklahoma’s New Laws & Guide Life with Zack Weaver
The Upduck crew sits down with Zack Weaver of RedBeards Waterfowl Outfitters to break down Oklahoma’s controversial new hunting laws, including a proposed $543…
Upduck PodcastGobblers, Trials, and the Kansas Controversy
The boys are back with turkey tales, training wins, and some serious talk about waterfowl policy. Jeff recaps a frustrating but memorable hunt with his…
Upduck PodcastGrouse, Grit, and Gordon Setters: Bird Camp in the U.P. with Jacob Perry from Superior Upland
Tyler and Matt sit down with Jacob Perry of Superior Upland to talk life as a full-time upland guide in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. From building a guiding…
Upduck PodcastThe Feathered Report: Trapping, Predators, and the Kansas Veto
In this episode of The Feathered Report, Jeff dives into two hot-button issues shaping the upland and waterfowl world. First, a follow-up to the "Is hunting…
Upduck PodcastWould You Out Hunt a 1970s Duck Hunter?
Fresh off a busy expo, the crew dives into a surprisingly deep debate: is duck and upland hunting harder today than it was 50 years ago? From declining access…
Upduck PodcastThe Feathered Report: Drones, Ducks, and Conservation Wins
In this episode we dive into the latest headlines from the upland and waterfowl world. Illinois hunters, take note—open houses are coming up in May to shape…
Upduck PodcastBoats, Birds & Blinds: Off-Season Grind and Spring Vibes
The crew reunites for a much-needed catch-up session, covering everything from boat builds and camera gear to dog training updates and spring birdwatching…
Upduck PodcastWaterfowl Conservation and the Sandhill Crane Debate with Todd Schaller
We sit down with Todd Schaller, Vice President of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association (WWA), to discuss all things conservation, hunting legislation, and…
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The Feathered Report: Conservation and Access Updates
In this episode of The Feathered Report, Tyler covers three key updates in the world of upland and waterfowl conservation. First, we discuss the appointment of…
Upduck PodcastHunting, Dogs, and Pointing Labs with Nate Gainey
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Upduck PodcastDogs, Sporting Clays, and Turkey Slams with Madison Sharpe
The latest episode of the Upduck Podcast dives into hunting, shooting, and everything in between with top female sporting clays shooter Madison Sharp. The…
Upduck PodcastThe Feathered Report: The Rising Costs of Guns & Ammo
In this episode of The Feathered Report, the Jeff breaks down the impact of recent tariffs and global trade shifts on the firearms industry. Learn more about…
Upduck PodcastThe Great Stocking Pheasant Debate
In this episode, the crew dives headfirst into the always-heated debate around pheasant stocking programs. From hunting politics to passionate rants, they're…
Upduck PodcastA Ban on stocking pheasants, bird flu in dogs, and a proper self care after cleaning birds
In the first episode of the Feathered Report, Tyler discusses a proposed pheasant stocking ban in NY, the bird flu in gun dogs, and a story about a duck…
Upduck PodcastFrom Waterfowl Guiding to Living in Alaska with Maxwell Stepp
We’re back, and we’ve got a special guest on the UpDuck Podcast! Meet Max Step—a guy who describes himself as somewhere between a redneck and a hippie, and…
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Hunting Dogs, Squirrel Feists, and the Relaunch of an Iconic Sporting Journal with Chris Ingram
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Ingram, hunter, photographer, writer, and marketing manager for American Field Sportsman’s Journal. We dive into his…
Upduck PodcastBattling The Post Hunting Season Blues
The boys are back, battling the post-hunting season blues with a mix of humor, banter, and some solid off-season prep talk. From discussing the true joys of…
Upduck PodcastBringing Your Dog on a Guided Waterfowl Hunt – What You Need to Know
In this solo episode, Tyler breaks down the ins and outs of taking your retriever on a guided waterfowl hunt. Reflecting on his recent trip to Oklahoma with…
Upduck PodcastOklahoma Beat Down
The guys recap their trip to Oklahoma with Redbeards Waterfowl Outfitters including all the success they had and funny moments. Learn more about your ad…
Upduck PodcastMost Memorable Moments of 2024
The guys recap their most memorable moments from this past year - some are good moments and others, not so much. They put a bow on 2024 and start looking…
Upduck PodcastCraveable Duck Dishes with Chris Whonsetler of Okayest Cook
Chris Whonsetler, host of the Okayest Cook Podcast, joins the guys to talk about getting better at cooking ducks, especially with out of state trips coming up…
Upduck PodcastThe Good, The Bad, and the Canvasback
The guys recap, in detail, their end of season adventures, which include a lot of nothing, a lot of pheasants, and Matt checking the Canvasback off his list of…
Upduck PodcastThe Jeff Show
Jeff flies solo on this episode and gets into some season wrap up discussion as well as few listener stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
Upduck PodcastThe Puppy Whisperer with Whitney Miller from Riverstone Kennels
Whitney Miller joins the podcast to discuss all things puppies and Riverstone Kennels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Upduck PodcastRedemption in Iowa
Matt and Jeff recap their Iowa trip which included a lot of birds seen and a good number making it into the game bag. It was a much different story than the…
Upduck PodcastThe story behind Cock Patrol and more with Dave Nelson
Dave Nelson makes all of us laugh with the instagram page Cock Patrol, but he’s got some great stories and he’s killed a pile of birds. We tackle all of that…
Upduck PodcastDuck unting with young kids with Aaron Joos
Aaron joins the podcast again and details the magical hunt he did with his 4 year old daughter. This is a shorter, stories from the field style episode. Learn…
Upduck PodcastEvery dog has an ugly side with Mike Nieduski
Mike Nieduski, owner of Ugly Dog Hunting, joins the podcast to talk all things bird hunting, his background, and what led him to buying Ugly Dog Hunting. Learn…
Upduck PodcastSelling your duck boat midseason?
The guys catch up on all the hunting and birds harvested, and weigh Jeff’s decision to sell his boat during the middle of the season? Learn more about your ad…
Upduck PodcastEverything Waterfowl with Full Color Waterfowl’s Justin Adamski
Justin Adamski, owner of Full Color Waterfowl, jumps on the podcast to talk about his upbringing and passion for waterfowl hunting, his experience with Delta…
Upduck PodcastAn Owners Viewpoint of Hunting With A Young Dog with Evan Masters
Evan joins the podcast to recap a recent hunt he did with his young dog - the type of hunt we all dream of - and all the things he did to ensure she was setup…
Upduck PodcastYouth Hunt, Goose Calls, and Hunting Trips
Jeff recaps his experience guiding his nephew on the youth hunt and the guys discuss goose calls and upcoming hunting trips among other things. Learn more…
Upduck PodcastListener Questions
With a last minute guest reschedule and Jeff down with an illness, Matt and Tyler field listener questions about hunting, shooting, and everything in between…
Upduck PodcastTeal Season Opener Recap
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Upduck PodcastPreparing Your Dog For A Successful First Hunt with John McCarter
John McCarter, head trainer at Bayou Gundog, joins the podcast in this shortened episode to share his wisdom, expertise, and experience with setting up your…
Upduck PodcastBecoming a Better Shooter with Madison Sharpe
Madison Sharpe, the best female sporting clays shooter in the world, joins the podcast to talk all things shooting, from competitions to wing shooting. Learn…
Upduck PodcastTeal Season Prep
The guys break down where they are at with teal season prep and what changes they are making for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
Upduck PodcastAnimating Your Spread with George Parker from Bluebird Waterfowl
George, the owner and founder of Bluebird Waterfowl, joins the podcast to talk about his experiences growing up in the outdoors and what led him to create…
Upduck PodcastGrouse and Woodcock Hunting with Dave Lessard
Dave Lessard, better known as Under Forty Yards on Instagram and Youtube, joins the podcast to discuss his experiences and learnings growing up hunting grouse…
Upduck PodcastYou brought home a puppy, now what? With Aaron Joos from Red Cedar Retrievers
Aaron Joos from Red Cedar Retrievers joins the podcast and provides a great list of tips for that crucial time right after you bring home a new puppy. Learn…