# Banded Birds and Hunting Banter

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Podcast: [Midwest Flyways Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midwest-flyways-podcast-256443)
Published: 2026-05-28T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://mwf.podbean.com/e/5-20fulla/
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Duration seconds: 2391

## Resource

In this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the crew dives into everything from replica duck bands and waterfowl conservation to predator management and bizarre wildlife facts. The guys swap stories about banded birds, discuss the rising costs of replica bands for mounts and lanyards, and debate the realities of predator control for ducks, turkeys, and other nesting birds. They also break down fascinating coyote behavior, wolf population controversies, and the “circle of life” moments every outdoorsman witnesses eventually. Of course, it wouldn’t be Midwest Flyways without plenty of off-the-rails banter — including Bad Santa discussions, James Bond debates, Patrick Star references, and Joey trying to claw his way back in the standings as the episode wraps up with another round of Say What?!, featuring record-setting ducks, mourning doves, canvasbacks, and more. If you love hunting culture, waterfowl conservation, hilarious tangents, and hanging out with friends talking outdoors, this one’s for you. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! Join Flyways Hunt Club and get 1 month free! Flyways Hunt Club New Waterfowl Film out now! Out West | Waterfowl Hunting in Montana Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP

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