Katie Burke

Katie Burke

DUPodcast Collectibles Host

Appears in 62 Episodes

Ep. 738 - How Mark McNair Turns Wood into Working Waterfowl Art

Host Katie Burke visits Virginia carver Mark McNair, a lifelong artist shaped by Connecticut folk art, Easton’s decoy scene, and decades of hands‑on craft.In this conv...

RELOADED EP646 - Malcolm Reed: A Christmas Special Holiday - Feasts & BBQ Secrets

Welcome to a festive Christmas special of the Ducks Unlimited podcast! Join hosts Dr. Mike Brasher, Katie Burke, and Dr. Jared Henson as they celebrate the holiday sea...

Ep. 734 - Crafting Tradition: Ronnie Turner on Duck Call Making and Conservation

Katie Burke sits down with renowned call maker Ronnie Turner at Reelfoot Lake to explore the rich history of duck call making, the evolution of craftsmanship, and why ...

Ep. 730 - Portrait of a Farm: Cameron McIntyre on Decoys, Paintings, and Inspiration

Host Katie Burke sits down with carver Cameron McIntyre in his Virginia studio to discuss his upcoming solo auction, Portrait of a Farm, presented by Guyette & Deeter....

Ep. 729 - From Shrimp Boats to Duck Calls: The Journey of Farrel Charpentier

In this episode, we dive into the world of custom duck calls with Farrel Charpentier, a maker whose roots run deep in South Louisiana. Hear how he transitioned from of...

Ep. 725 - Craft, Community, and Calls: Doug Nelson at Reelfoot Lake

Katie Burke sits down with callmaker Doug Nelson at the Reelfoot Waterfowl Festival to explore the deep traditions of custom callmaking, the evolution of waterfowl hun...

Ep. 721 - Jim Hautman: A Legacy in Wildlife Art

Wildlife artist Jim Hautman joins host Katie Burke to share the story behind his remarkable seven wins in the Federal Duck Stamp Contest. From growing up in an artisti...

Ep. 713 - Wildlife in Bronze: The Art of Walter Matia

What connects natural history, conservation, and fine art? Katie Burke explores this question with sculptor Walter Matia. From his early fascination with museums to de...

Ep. 711 - The Art of Waterfowl with Scot Storm

From Minnesota duck hunts to winning the Federal Duck Stamp, Scot Storm shares his story with Katie Burke, offering insight into the creative process, the emotional po...

Ep. 707 - Carving Tradition: The McNair Family at DUX 2025!

The McNair family—Mark, Colin, and Ian—join host Katie Burke live from the DU Expo to share their unique journey in the world of decoys, waterfowl heritage, and family...

Ep. 701 - Judy Harmon on the Life and Legacy of Ted Harmon

In this episode, Judy Harmon reflects on her late husband Ted Harmon’s remarkable journey from Cape Cod house painter to one of the most respected decoy collectors and...

Ep. 696 - What Makes the Peterson Collection So Special?

In this episode of the DU Podcast, host Katie Burke is joined by Zac Zetterberg, Curator of Art at the Peoria Riverfront Museum, and Korey Rodgers, Director of Collect...

RELOADED EP312 | History Series - Jay Ding Darling And Waterfowl Conservation In The US

We welcome Dan Thiel back to the podcast for the second part of the series discussing the history and formation of Ducks Unlimited. In this episode, Dan and Katie, tak...

RELOADED EP303 | History Series - Nash Buckingham And Waterfowlers For America

Dan Thiel, Executive Secretary of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. and Chief Operating Officer of Wetlands America Trust, joins podcast host, Katie Burke, in this part of a multi...

Ep. 692 - The Canada Goose Book: Waterfowl, Decoys & the Peterson Collection Exhibit

In this episode of the DU Podcast, host Katie Burke is joined by Mark Petrie, Ducks Unlimited’s  Director of Conservation Planning, and co-host Mike Brasher to discuss...

Ep. 663 - Decoy Collecting 101: Stories & Insights from Auctioneer Grant Cole

In this episode, host Katie Burke sits down with Grant Cole, owner of Auctioneers, Inc., to discuss his journey into the world of outdoor hunting, waterfowl decoy coll...

Ep. 662 - The Art of Decoy Carving with Jamie Hand

Join host Katie Burke as she sits with renowned decoy carver Jamie Hand in his Cape May County workshop. Jamie shares his family's deep-rooted history in waterfowl hun...

Ep. 661 - Season Recap: Epic Hunts, Avian Flu & Conservation Wins

Ducks Unlimited Podcast: Season Wrap-Up Live StreamHosts: Dr. Mike Brasher, Katie Burke, Matt HarrisonLocation: Ducks Unlimited HQ, Memphis, TNPresented by: Purina Pro...

Ep. 657 - The Art of Decoy Collecting: A Conversation with John Southworth

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke talks with John Southworth, president of the Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association, to explore the fa...

Ep. 652 - Behind the Scenes of 'The Craft': A Conversation with Marty Hanson and Jodi Marler

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke welcomes back master decoy carver Marty Hanson and introduces Jody Marler from Fishcamp Creative. They...