The Voice of the Duck Hunter – A Delta Waterfowl Podcast
Welcome to The Voice of the Duck Hunter — the official podcast of Delta Waterfowl, the Duck Hunters Organization. Each episode dives deep into the world of duck hunting, wetland conservation, and the people driving the future of waterfowling.
From prairie potholes to Capitol Hill, we share stories and insights from biologists, policy leaders, gear experts, and dedicated hunters who live for migration. Discover how research, habitat conservation, duck production tools, and smart policies keep ducks flying — and why your voice as a duck hunter is more important than ever.
Tune in for:
-Waterfowl population trends and breeding-ground science
-Habitat restoration and conservation policy breakdowns
-Gear innovation, retriever training, and hunting strategy
-Hunter recruitment and education (First Hunt, University Hunting Program)
-Conversations from the marsh — stories, heritage, and community
Whether you’re chasing ducks in the prairies, pursuing divers along the coast, hunting them in southern timber, or just a passionate waterfowl enthusiast, this show connects the science and stories that make healthy duck populations and duck hunting possible.
Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen — and join the movement that uses science-based solutions to produce ducks, conserve prairie wetlands, and ensure the future of waterfowl hunting.
Visit deltawaterfowl.org to learn more about our efforts to achieve our vision of abundant ducks and endless opportunities for all waterfowl hunters.
Episodes
98 episodes
Ep. 98 | How Delta Waterfowl Is Fighting for Duck Production (John Devney Interview)
You hear about wars, politics, and trillions being spent—but as a duck hunter, where do you go to understand the policies that actually impact ducks and the future of hunting?Right here.In this episode, we break down the real wo...
Ep. 97 | 2026 Duck Season Outlook: What We’re Seeing Right Now | Matt Chouinard & Mike Buxton
Each spring, official waterfowl surveys help shape the outlook for duck seasons across North America—but at Delta Waterfowl, we don’t wait for reports.Our teams are on the ground year-round across the Prairie Pothole Region, tracking ha...
Ep. 96 | Rebuilding America’s Refuges | Director Brian Nesvik
Delta Waterfowl is leading the charge among non-government conservation groups to rebuild the staffing and infrastructure of America’s national wildlife refuges through its Restoring Our Refuges initiative. Stronger public lands mean better hab...
Ep. 95 | Duck Hunting Ammo Explained: Steel vs HEVI vs Modern Loads | Dan Compton
Nearly 50 years ago, waterfowl hunting changed forever. What started as a targeted conservation effort—requiring non-toxic shot in select areas—quickly expanded across North America and reshaped the way we hunt ducks and geese.Today, ent...
Ep. 94 | A Historic Milestone for Waterfowl Hunting | John Devney & Jim Fisher
In this episode, Delta Waterfowl celebrates a monumental milestone: 100,000 people introduced to waterfowl hunting through Delta’s First Hunt program. This achievement marks a historic moment and highlights a bright future for duck and goose hu...
Ep. 93 | Building a Case: Baiting Under the Microscope | Rich Grosz & Jay Pilgrim
Welcome back to another episode of Delta Waterfowl’s The Voice of the Duck Hunter. Two retired U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service special agents join us for a powerful and eye-opening conversation. Rich Grosz — one of our most requeste...
Ep. 92 | Baiting Laws Explained: Federal Agents Break It Down | Rich Grosz & Jay Pilgrim
Welcome back to another episode of Delta Waterfowl’s The Voice of the Duck Hunter. Two retired U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service special agents join us for a powerful and eye-opening conversation. Rich Grosz — one ...
Ep. 91 | Does Duck Hunting Really Hurt Duck Populations? | Senior Scientist Todd Arnold
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Ep. 90 | A Duck Hunter’s Legacy: The Legacy of John V. Mesh | Jim Mesh
Welcome to another episode of Delta Waterfowl’s The Voice of the Duck Hunter. In October of 2015, Kansas City firefighters John Mesh and Larry Leggio lost their lives in the line of duty while battling an arson fire. A wall collaps...
Ep. 89 | Inside the Hunt Fish Rule With Cyrus Baird
If you hunt waterfowl on public land, this is an episode you need to hear.In this episode of The Voice of the Duck Hunter Podcast, host Joel Brice is joined by Cyrus Baird, Delta Waterfowl’s Vice President of Government Affairs, to brea...
Ep. 88 | Meat Science 101 for Duck Hunters | Blake Robbins
What happens after the shot matters just as much as the hunt itself.In this episode of Delta Waterfowl’s Voice of the Duck Hunter, Joel Brice sits down with Blake Robbins, a graduate student in meat science at Oklahoma State Unive...
Ep. 87 | Restoring Our Refuges: Delta Waterfowl’s Bold New Plan to Save Habitat & Hunting Access
Delta Waterfowl has just announced what may become one of the most significant efforts in our organization’s history — the Restoring Our Refuges initiative.This groundbreaking project focuses on two critical missions:• Restoring vit...
Ep.86 | Field Stories from a U.S. Wildlife Agent | Part 2
Part 2 of our interview with retired U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Special Agent Rich Grosz.In this episode he shares some of the most unbelievable stories from his years in the field—cases, encounters, and operations most people ...
Ep. 85 | The Frontlines of Conservation | Part 1
Join us on Delta Waterfowl’s Voice of the Duck Hunter Podcast as Joel Brice sits down with Rich Grosz, retired U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Special Agent and lifelong waterfowl hunter.Rich spent his career standing on the thin green...
Ep. 84 | 60 Minute Duck Hunts: Make Every Minute Count
In our busy lives, finding time to hunt can be tough—whether it’s before work, before church, or between other commitments. But even a one-hour hunt can be productive if you approach it the right way.Joining me is longtime Delta contrib...
Ep. 83 | Meet Our New Scientist | Dr. Jay VonBank and Dr. Todd Arnold
In this episode, host Joel Brice sits down with two of the newest members of Delta’s research team—Dr. Todd Arnold and Dr. Jay VonBank.Todd, a longtime professor at the University of Minnesota, and Jay, formerly with the U.S. Geological...
Ep. 82 | Meet Delta Waterfowl’s New CEO | Jason Tharpe on the Future of Duck Hunting
In today’s episode, host Joel Brice sits down with longtime Delta leader and newly appointed CEO, Jason Tharpe.A lifelong waterfowler from Louisiana, Jason has dedicated over 23 years to advancing The Duck Hunters Organization. Now at t...
Ep. 81 | Why Duck Hunters Should Care About the Farm Bill
Welcome to The Voice of the Duck Hunter presented by Delta Waterfowl. In this episode, host Joel Brice sits down with Delta’s Chief Policy Officer, John Devney, to unpack why agricultural policy—especially the U.S. Farm Bill—matters more to duc...
Ep.80 | 2025 Breeding Population Survey: Science, Surprises, and Season Predictions
Delta Waterfowl President & Chief Scientist Dr. Frank Rohwer and Chief Policy Officer John Devney break down the results of the 2025 Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey. What do this year’s duck numbers reveal? How will habitat...
Ep. 79 | Crafting Duck Hunting Legacy | RW Coolidge
Welcome to Delta Waterfowl’s Voice of the Duck Hunter! I’m your host, Joel Brice, closing out our Duck Hunters Expo Series with a powerful finale. Joining me is Kevin Goodrum, founder of RW Coolidge—a company rooted in family, tradition, and a ...
Ep. 78 | Culture, Community & the Future of Duck Hunting | 24/7 Hunt
Welcome to Delta Waterfowl’s Voice of the Duck Hunter. I’m your host, Joel Brice, with another episode recorded live at Delta’s Duck Hunters Expo in Oklahoma City. What happens when tradition and forward thinking meet in the duck blind? Today I...
Ep. 77 | Building Better Duck Dogs: Training & Connection with Eukanuba Pros
Welcome to Delta Waterfowl’s Voice of the Duck Hunter with your host, Joel Brice. This episode was recorded live at the 2025 Duck Hunters Expo in Oklahoma City, where we’re talking all things retrievers. Team Eukanuba’s Jeremy Criscoe of Whistl...
Ep. 76 | Chasing Ducks on Public Land | Dennis Loosier & Billy Campbell
Welcome back to Delta Waterfowl’s The Voice of the Duck Hunter podcast with host Joel Brice. Recorded live from the 2025 Duck Hunters Expo in Oklahoma City, this episode is for anyone who loves public land hunting and wants to ensure it stays a...
Ep. 75 | Wade Shoemaker: Duck Hunting Culture, Family & The Boat Ramp Tour
Welcome back to The Voice of the Duck Hunter, the official podcast of Delta Waterfowl. In this episode, recorded live at the Duck Hunters Expo, host Joel Brice sits down with Wade Shoemaker—Louisiana duck hunter, photographer, content creator, ...
Ep. 74 | Are We Taking Duck Hunting Too Seriously? | Ramsey Russell & Ryan Yarnell
Recorded live at Delta’s Duck Hunters Expo in Oklahoma City, this episode of The Voice of the Duck Hunter podcast asks a big question: Are we taking duck hunting too seriously?Host Joel Brice sits down with two passionate waterfowler...