{"podcast":{"title":"The Migration Waterfowl Podcast","slug":"the-migration-waterfowl-podcast-6912521","podcast_index_feed_id":6912521,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/WPCM1232845649","website_url":"https://migrationwaterfowl.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/2f609ebc-6bee-11f0-9b63-a3eefb304629/image/a9ba66c8b91c8da1ef7d43ec1516c403.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Brian Halbleib","episode_count":118,"summary":"The Migration Waterfowl Podcast is for serious duck and goose hunters who want more than just another hunting story. Hosted by Brian Halbleib, the show brings together experienced hunters, industry leaders, conservationists, guides, and outdoor innovators for honest conversations about every aspect of waterfowl hunting. From hunting tactics and gear to conservation, travel destinations, and the issues shaping our future, every episode is designed to make you a better-informed hunter. Based in western Pennsylvania—where the Atlantic and Mississippi Flyways overlap—Brian also travels throughout North America in pursuit of new waterfowl experiences, bringing listeners along through conversations with some of the most respected voices in the sport. Whether you're chasing early-season teal, late-season mallards, Canada geese, or planning your next bucket-list hunt, you'll find authentic discussions, practical knowledge, and a genuine passion for waterfowl hunting every week. No gimmicks. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations for people who live for the migration.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T18:20:23.530765+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-migration-waterfowl-podcast-6912521"},"episode":{"title":"EP. 108: Hardcore Texas Duck Hunting with Ernest Gonzales of Feet Down Waterfowl","slug":"ep-108-hardcore-texas-duck-hunting-with-ernest-gonzales-of-feet-down-waterfowl","published_at":"2026-05-21T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-migration-waterfowl-podcast-6912521/ep-108-hardcore-texas-duck-hunting-with-ernest-gonzales-of-feet-down-waterfowl","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-migration-waterfowl-podcast-6912521","url":"https://www.migrationwaterfowl.com","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/WPCM1947591044.mp3","summary":"On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Ernest Gonzales of Feet Down Waterfowl to the show. Ernest is a hardcore Texas waterfowl hunter and content creator known for sharing his passion for the sport through Feet Down Waterfowl on TikTok. Brian gets Ernest’s background and hears the story of how his obsession with duck hunting began before diving into what makes waterfowl hunting in Texas unique. The conversation turns to scouting, hunting strategy, and lessons learned from years spent chasing ducks. Ernest shares his approach to breaking down new areas, discusses common mistakes hunters make, and explains what separates average hunters from consistently successful waterfowl hunters. Brian and Ernest also talk about the role social media plays in hunting today, how platforms like TikTok have influenced hunting culture, gear philosophies, unpopular opinions, and plenty of stories from time spent in the marsh. Waterfowl hunters of all experience levels will find some entertaining stories and practical takeaways in this episode. Please share this episode with your waterfowl hunting friends and family. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store - Gear Roost & Apparel https://www.migrationwaterfowl.com Patreon - Support the show & get more personal content from Brian https://www.patreon.com/MigrationWaterfowl Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com frog…","meta_description":"On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Ernest Gonzales of Feet Down Waterfowl to the show. 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