Mike Brasher
Ducks Unlimited Podcast Science Host
Appears in 44 Episodes
Ep. 509 – Science of Ducks Unlimited Canada
Dr. Matt Dyson, DU Canada waterfowl research scientist, and Dr. Mike Brasher join forces to discuss the exciting growth and application of science in waterfowl and wet...
Ep. 508 – Barstool Outdoors Joins the DU Podcast
Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by Sydnie Wells, host of Barstool Outdoors. Wells explains how she became a part of Barstool, and discusses what h...
Ep. 507 – Ducks, Farmers, and Partners in the Farm Bill
For nearly 4 decades, the U.S. Farm Bill has stood as the most influential piece of legislation for improving waterfowl habitat on private land across America. With it...
Ep. 501 – Life is Short, You Better Hunt
Dr. Scott Stephens joins Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings to reflect on the recently released BPOP Survey Results. After revisiting earlier predictions for the spri...
Ep. 497 - Breaking News – USFWS Report Indicates 2023 Breeding Duck Numbers Down 7% from 2022
Today, the USFWS released its annual report on breeding waterfowl in North America. Highlights from the traditional survey area indicated a 7% decline in total ducks, ...
Ep. 496 - Duck Math and Adventures in Alaska
Maddie Lohman, a PhD student from University of Nevada-Reno and 2-time DU research fellow, joins host Mike Brasher to discuss her research on mallards, pintails, and b...
Ep. 492 - Ducks, Stamps, Art, and Conservation — Behind the Scenes
With over $1.1 Billion raised and 6 Million acres conserved, the Federal Duck Stamp Program is the most successful and efficient wetlands conservation program on the p...
Ep. 491 - Early Season Arkansas Speck Hunt with DU TV
Join host Dr. Mike Brasher and guest Cason Short, owner/operator of the Bill Byers Hunter Club, for a recap of an early season white-fronted goose hunt recently featur...
Ep. 490 – Global Insights on Avian Flu: Are Waterfowl Hunters at Higher Risk?
Dr. Richard Webby, faculty member at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital and global expert on influenza viruses, joins Drs. Mike Brasher, Karen Waldrop, and DU staff ...
Ep. 488 – Bonus: Wildfires, Ducks, and Habitat Conditions in the East
Sarah Fleming, DU’s Director of Conservation Programs for the Northeastern U.S., gives an update on habitats in eastern North America, including the Great Lakes, easte...
Ep. 482 – 38 Years with Migratory Birds: Career Advice and Memorable Stories
Brad Bortner, retired Chief of the Division of Migratory Bird Management for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, joins the podcast to discuss his 38-year career in wil...
Ep. 479 – The Art of Bid Calling: Tips from a Pro Auctioneer
Host Dr. Mike Brasher discusses the important role of auctioneers for Ducks Unlimited. They are joined by Junior Staggs, an auctioneer and instructor at Auctioneer Uni...
Ep. 477 – Discoveries from Duck DNA Causing Scientists to Rethink Everything
The DU Podcast visits with Dr. Brian Davis, Mississippi State University, and Dr. Phil Lavretsky, University of Texas El Paso, to discuss the latest discoveries in duc...
Ep. 473 – Prairie Habitat Conditions: An Early Read
Dr. Scott Stephens, DU Canada, makes his return to the DU Podcast as he and host Dr. Mike Brasher discuss habitat conditions and duck observations across the Prairies....