Mike Brasher
DUPodcast Science Host
Appears in 110 Episodes
Ep. 672 - Prairie Predictions - What are We Hearing and Seeing?
It'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 Stephe...
RELOADED EP90 | Ducks Nesting In Your Backyard? Learn What To Do
So, you found yourself with a mallard or Canada goose nesting in your flowerpot. Why is this happening, what should you know, and what are your options? Join the DU ...
RELOADED EP52 | Do Ducks & Geese Mate For Life?
Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss waterfowl mating systems and how behavior changes related to mating and courtship directly impact hunting as the seas...
Ep. 669 - 3 Pintails: New Harvest Regulations for the 2025–26 Season
For the first time in decades, American duck hunters will have the opportunity to legally harvest three pintails during the 2025–26 season due to a new interim pintail...
RELOADED EP49 | Myth of the Northern Mallard
Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher debunk the myth of the northern, or “red leg” mallard, and discuss an interesting taxonomic issue related to a North American...
Ep. 667 - wildturkeyDNA — A Ground-Breaking Study of Wild Turkey Genetics
Matt Harrison is joined by renowned wild turkey scientist Dr. Mike Chamberlain (@wildturkeydoc) and Dr. Mike Brasher to announce wildturkeyDNA, a new partnership that ...
Ep. 666 - America's Birds Continue to Decline, but Conservation Can Work
The U.S. State of the Birds is a report developed every 2–3 years by a veritable who’s who of bird-related agencies and organizations. The goal is to provide an update...
RELOADED EP39 | Waterfowlers Play An Important Role In Citizen Scientist Programs
Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings are joined by Dr. Mark Lindberg, professor at University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Institute of Arctic Biology to discuss the way...
Ep. 664 - Amazing Hybrids from duckDNA, Season 2
duckDNA recently concluded its second season, which brought continued enthusiasm from hunters and several never-before-seen hybrids! On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher ...
RELOADED EP80 | Estimating Annual Waterfowl Harvest Part 3 of 3
In the final installment of this special series on waterfowl harvest estimation, Drs. Kathy Fleming and Paul Padding discuss the 2 critical surveys that are part of th...
RELOADED EP78 | Estimating Annual Waterfowl Harvest Part 2 of 3
In part 2 of this series on waterfowl harvest estimation, Drs. Kathy Fleming and Paul Padding go in-depth on the Harvest Information Program, known to most people simp...
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. 659 - Species Profile: Common Eider, Part 2
What do eiders eat, how do they feed, why is their poop so stinky, how do they taste, how many are there, and what are the most pressing conservation concerns affectin...
RELOADED EP77 | Estimating Annual Waterfowl Harvest Part 1 of 3
Waterfowl hunters harvest 12–14 million ducks and 3 million geese annually in the U.S. The process used to estimate annual waterfowl harvest has several components an...
Ep. 656 - Species Profile: Common Eider, Part 1
Common eiders are the largest duck in the Northern Hemisphere, with some tipping the scales at nearly 6 pounds. They are also the most widely distributed and heavily h...
RELOADED EP66 | How Fast Can They Fly and Other Insights From GPS Telemetry
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP66 How Fast Can They Fly and Other Insights From GPS Telemetry. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it ag...
Ep. 654 - Navigating Hazards: River Duck Hunting Stories with Jim Ronquest
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Dr. Jerad Henson and co-host Dr. Mike Brasher discuss the concluding days of duck season in the Southern states, h...
Ep. 653 - Scattered Ashes, Hybrid Ducks, and Bomb Cyclones in the Pacific Flyway
The DU Podcast finally connects with our friends in the West, as Dr. Mike Brasher speaks with Dr. Fritz Reid, Dr. Dan Smith, Kelly Warren, and Kyle Spragens to hear ab...
RELOADED EP65 | Radio Telemetry In Waterfowl Research
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP65 Radio Telemetry In Waterfowl Research. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now’s your chance...
Ep. 651 - Hunting the Great Salt Lake with Barstool Outdoors: Thrills and Conservation
Sydnie Wells, Jack Orlandi, and Luke Corniea from Barstool Outdoors join host Matt Harrison to share their exciting waterfowl hunts on the Great Salt Lake. From airboa...
Ep. 650 - Waterfowl Weather LIVE 2025
Tune in as Dr. Mike Brasher teams up with top meteorologists to analyze the 2025 New Year weather patterns that could make all the difference on your next duck hunt! W...
Ep. 649 - New Avian Flu Developments – Have the Risks Changed?
A new year brings new questions and more insights to the topic of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by leading experts in the field of avia...
RELOADED EP309 | Foraging Games That Ducks Play
In this science-heavy episode, Dr. Heath Hagy and Mike Brasher take a deep dive into duck foraging ecology, how we study it, and why it’s important for effective habit...
CHRISTMAS RELOADED EP449 | Wetlands, Whiskey, and Winter Wonders
'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than with some festive cocktails? For our Christmas episode, we'll be joined by special...
Ep. 646 - Malcom Reed- A Christmas Special: Holiday Feasts and Barbecue 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...
RELOADED EP335 | Grassroots Journey to Becoming a Better Cook of Wild Game
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP335 Grassroots Journey to Becoming a Better Cook of Wild Game. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it aga...
RELOADED EP289 | Species Profile Green-Winged Teal
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP289: Species Profile Green-Winged Teal. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now’s your chance!G...
Ep. 643 - Decoy X-Rays: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Waterfowl Art
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke and co-host Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by decoy expert Colin McNair of Copley Fine Art Auctions, mark...
RELOADED EP275 | Species Profile Blue-Winged Teal
We’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP275: Species Profile Blue-Winged Teal. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now’s your chance!Ho...
Ep. 640 - Waterfowl Weather LIVE! RE-AIR
CLICK HERE FOR ORIGINAL VIDEO:Join Dr. Mike Brasher, Dr. Scott Stephens and Meteorologist Mandy Bailey as they break down the upcoming weather patterns during early De...