{"podcast":{"title":"Ducks Unlimited Podcast","slug":"ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625","podcast_index_feed_id":862625,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/dupodcast","website_url":"https://www.ducks.org/dupodcast","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Z-PGz1NGrMb8-5EXVVrlYdKejpFmD6KrtxDdSNtb_-Y/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNDJi/ODNkMmQ5ZWY5Mjdm/YzdhMDIxNGNiODEx/MmNhZi5qcGc.jpg","author":"Ducks Unlimited Inc.","episode_count":862,"summary":"Ducks Unlimited Podcast is a constant discussion of all things waterfowl; from in-depth hunting tips and tactics, to waterfowl biology, research, science, and habitat updates. The DU Podcast is the go-to resource for waterfowl hunters and conservationists. Ducks Unlimited is the world's leader in wetlands conservation.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625"},"episode":{"title":"RELOADED EP209 - Waterfowl Harvest Management Series, Part 5: Conventional Wisdom Gives Way to Data","slug":"reloaded-ep209-waterfowl-harvest-management-series-part-5-conventional-wisdom-gives-way-to-data","published_at":"2026-04-04T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625/reloaded-ep209-waterfowl-harvest-management-series-part-5-conventional-wisdom-gives-way-to-data","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/a0d5003a","audio_url":"https://op3.dev/e/prfx.byspotify.com/e/media.transistor.fm/a0d5003a/f9a8a528.mp3","summary":"With growing band recoveries and a newly implemented Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, waterfowl managers in the 1950s sought a more science-based understanding of population dynamics and harvest regulations. The 1960s brought plummeting waterfowl populations, reductions in harvest limits, declining hunter numbers, and shifts in waterfowl distribution. On this episode, Dr. Mike Brasher discusses these important changes and concerning times with Dale Humburg and Ken Babcock. Listen now : www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback : DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS : Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks Unlimited Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation. Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails : Whether you’re winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.","meta_description":"With growing band recoveries and a newly implemented Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, waterfowl managers in the 1950s sought a more science-based u…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2398,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625/episodes/reloaded-ep209-waterfowl-harvest-management-series-part-5-conventional-wisdom-gives-way-to-data/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625/reloaded-ep209-waterfowl-harvest-management-series-part-5-conventional-wisdom-gives-way-to-data.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}