Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Jennings

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings are joined by Dr. Mark Lindberg, professor at University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Institute of Arctic Biology to discuss the ways hunters play a vital role in citizen-science programs. Banding, HIP, and other various programs are supported by hunters, and are crucial to waterfowl science. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.orgSPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether 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.

Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, hops on the DU Podcast to discuss common corrections for your retriever with host Chris Jennings. Stewart explains that there are several very common mistakes retrievers begin to make after a long duck season and that the spring and summer is the best time to correct these mistakes. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings dive into North America's most populous waterfowl species in this episode. Brasher and Jennings expand the mallard conversation into its entire life cycle, preferred habitats, and even close relatives. This is the all-things mallard episode you've been waiting for. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, joins host Chris Jennings to share some of his best tips for traveling with your retriever. The two discuss safety concerns, health tips, and some of the most important things to avoid when taking your retriever on the road. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

AM Live with Chris Jennings and Rikke Finbraten 10/9/2025

Host Chris Jennings talks with Jim Ronquest, RNT-V producer and world-champion duck caller about duck hunting etiquette, calling, and even what Ronquest's best day of duck hunting may look like.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher talk Boreal Forest with Dr. Fritz Reid, director of conservation programs for the Boreal and Arctic for Ducks Unlimited. Reid details his role and brings to light the importance of Boreal habitats for waterfowl and other birds. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss an Understanding Waterfowl column Brasher wrote several years ago regarding how drought impacts waterfowl habitats negatively and positively. Brasher explains that while most people think that drought is detrimental to habitat, it actually has many benefits. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Kayle Browning, first-time Olympic trap shooter, joins the Ducks Unlimited Podcast to talk about her path to earning her spot on Team USA, as well as her excitement for the upcoming Olympic Games. Browning, a well-accomplished shooter on the world stages, is also an avid duck hunter who grew up hunting Arkansas' storied, flooded timber habitats with her family. Hear how she is preparing for her upcoming trip to Tokyo, and all that entails being a member of Team USA. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Host Dr. Mike Brasher is joined by co-host Chris Jennings to discuss a feature article from the March/April DU Magazine, Duck Camp on Wheels. Jennings explains how he became an RV owner and how his decisions to turn it into a mobile duck camp led to the feature article. The pair talk everything from choosing an RV to where to take it on your next waterfowling adventure. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Bill Buckley, professional freelance photographer and Ducks Unlimited magazine columnist, joins the DU Podcast to talk about ways people can improve their photography. Pretty much everyone with a camera is now a content creator, but professionals like Buckley still manage to rise to the top when it comes to hunting images. He offers some examples of how to make easy adjustments to improve the quality of your hunting images. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Phil Bourjaily, Ducks Unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist, joins Chris Jennings to talk about ways to improve your wingshooting during the off season. Bourjaily explains that repetition is the key, but there are several ways to focus your training on shots typically seen in the duck blind. Pick up a few helpful off-season shooting tips as the pair discuss techniques and best practices. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Phil Bourjaily, Ducks Unlimited magazine shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to talk about buying used waterfowl guns. Bourjaily offers some tips for finding quality used guns, modifying an old gun, and even what to avoid when searching for a used shotgun. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, joins Chris Jennings on this podcast to discuss introductions. There's a right way and a wrong way to introduce dogs, even puppies, to the world of duck and goose hunting. Stewart talks about introducing gunfire, water, blinds, decoys, and the various obstacles waterfowling presents.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

It's the off season and you're thinking about a new retriever. Mike Stewart, owner and operator of Wildrose Kennels, joins Chris Jennings to discuss the Wildrose process. There's a lot more to picking out a new hunting partner than showing up and picking a dog from a litter, and Stewart brings his decades of experience to the show to discuss the best ways to approach picking a puppy. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Tom Dokken, owner of Dokken's Oak Ridge Kennels, joins the DU Podcast to talk about exciting new products from SportDOG Brand. Dokken brings more than 45 years of retriever training experience to the podcast and he discusses the changes in training over that span. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels to discuss retriever training during the peak of summer heat. Stewart brings to light several training, nutrition, and health tips to keep your retriever in shape and safe from heat stroke.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Jay Anglin joins host Chris Jennings to discuss a few calling tips for the summer, including tuning and cleaning your calls. Summer is the ideal time to get your calls into working order and Anglin even discusses shipping calls back to call makers for tuning and replacement parts. You want to address any calling issue now, rather than wait until opening day.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Keywords:  entrepreneurship, sales, business development, authenticity, corporate training, personal growth, marketing, coaching, customer relations, business success, business relationships, referrals, sales training, communication barriers, networking, personal development, self-limiting beliefs, success stories, coaching, entrepreneurship Summary:  In this engaging conversation, Chris Jennings shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his childhood ventures to his corporate experiences at Mobile Oil, and ultimately transitioning into entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in sales, discussing how genuine connections can lead to successful business relationships. Chris also highlights the honorable nature of sales as a profession, focusing on the role of salespeople in helping clients make informed decisions. In this conversation, Chris Jennings and The Accidental Entrepreneur discuss the intricate balance between personal relationships and business, emphasizing the importance of confidence and trust in navigating these dynamics. They explore the significance of practice in sales, the necessity of building a referral network, and the challenges posed by modern communication barriers. The dialogue highlights the value of consistent engagement through 'Go Live' dialogues and the transformative power of mindset in achieving success. Through shared experiences and success stories, they inspire listeners to take actionable steps towards their business goals. Takeaways Chris's first entrepreneurial venture began at age 12. Corporate training can significantly enhance personal development. Authenticity in sales leads to better client relationships. Sales is about helping people, not just closing deals. Many people feel awkward during sales interactions. A great boss can make a significant difference in corporate life. Transitioning to entrepreneurship requires careful planning and confidence. Sales training can help individuals become more comfortable in their roles. Building genuine connections can lead to long-term business relationships. Sales is an honorable profession that serves to help others. A lot of it's confidence, right? People have self-limiting beliefs around mixing business with personal. You got to get into action and go do something. The easy stuff doesn't pop into their head. You need four hours a day of Go Live dialogue. The best way to do business is through referrals. You just have to do it. Every experience teaches you something. You can turn your business around if you just do the things. You have to find something that fits you. Titles From Lawn Care to Corporate Success: Chris's Journey The Art of Authentic Selling with Chris Jennings Navigating the Corporate World: Lessons from Mobile Oil Entrepreneurship: The Leap from Employee to Owner Sales as Service: Redefining the Sales Experience Sound Bites "Don't let this happen to you." "I am supposed to be on the stage." "Sales drives the world." "Be yourself in sales." "You just want them to be honest with you." "Sales is an honorable career." "Sales is about helping people." "Sales is helping people fix problems." "A lot of it's confidence, right?" "You just have to do it." "Every experience teaches you something." Chapters 00:00 The Journey Begins: Chris's Entrepreneurial Roots 10:31 Corporate Life: Lessons from Mobile Oil 17:27 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship: The Big Leap 24:49 Authenticity in Sales: Building Genuine Connections 28:10 Sales as Service: Helping Others Make Decisions 31:39 Navigating Personal and Business Relationships 34:30 The Importance of Practice and Referrals 37:02 Overcoming Modern Communication Barriers 39:40 The Value of Go Live Dialogue 44:27 Building a Referral Network 51:40 Transforming Mindsets and Achieving Success

Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine shotgunning columnist joins host Chris Jennings for another in-depth conversation on what waterfowlers should be doing in the off-season to prepare for the coming season. Bourjaily provides great detail on 10 additional tactics hunters can use to improve their shotgunning.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Tom Bradshaw Infinity Embracing The True Sounds Of Trance Without Boundaries Every 2nd Saturday Of The Month 22.00 - 0.00 (Uk Time) 23.00 - 1.00 (CEST) Trance Energy Radio www.trance-energy.org This month I'm back in the mix with 2 hours of fresh, high-energy trance! Expect an explosive journey through uplifting, tech & hard trance bangers that will light up your speakers. Featuring brand-new tracks & remixes from: Ben Gold & Superstrings | Lostly | John Askew Will Rees | Madwave | Allen Watts & Kinetica Mark Sherry | Maarten De Jong … and loads more! Plus, I round things off with a “Blast from the Past” classic trance anthem that's to give you serious goosebumps! Tracklistings 01.Ben Gold & Superstrings - The Whip [Armada Music] 02.Lostly - Golden Teacher [FSOE] 03.John Askew - We've Talked Enough [FSOE] 04.Marc Dawn - Expander (Sasha Vatoff Remix) [Drizzly Eclipse] 05.Allen Watts & Will Rees - Pendulum [FSOE] 06.Madwave & Fros7novA - Sigma [Think Trance] 07.Chris Jennings & Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo Remix) [Amsterdam Trance Records] 08.Rak Coon - Skyvision (Original Mix) [One Forty Music] 09.Peter Miethig - I Can Hear You [Nocturnal Knights] 10.Allen Watts & Kinetica - Accelerator [High Voltage] 11.Mauro Picotto - Iguana (Mark Sherry's Th3rty Remix) [Black Hole] 12.Ralphie B & Frank Waanders pres Collide1 - The Dynasty  [WAO138?!] 13.Steve Dekay & Reborn Sound System - Omnipresence [Trance Friends Records] 14.Jackob Roenald - Balance (Iain M Remix) [High Voltage] 15.Leon Bolier & Allen Watts - Afterglow [High Voltage] 16.Follow The King vs Take Me Away [Mash Up] 17.Maarten De Jong - Bliss [Armada Captivating] 18.Matt Eray - Those Days [Who's Afraid Of 138?!] 19.Scott Ramsay - Coming Home [Rated Records] 20.Grant Trowbridge - Hong Lim Park [Borderline] 21.Vlind - Escape From My Mind [Outburst] 22.Mark Sherry & David Forbes - Superposition [Outburst] 23.Craig Connelly Pres. CIRCA96 X TON TB - Electronic Malfunction [Black Hole] 24.DJ Sakin & DJ Centaury - Zoom [ZYX Trance] Blast From The Past | 2012 Orjan Nilsen - Amsterdam [Armind] Artist/Label Promos & General Enquires dj.tombradshaw@gmail.com Check out all my social media links https://linktr.ee/djtombradshaw Facebook Page dedicated to Infinity https://www.facebook.com/InfinityRadioPodcast

Phil Bourjaily, DU Magazine's shotgunning columnist, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss what waterfowlers should do in the off-season to prepare for the coming season. Bourjaily provides great detail on 10 tactics hunters can use to improve their shotgunning.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

So, you found yourself with a mallard or Canada goose nesting in your flowerpot.  Why is this happening, what should you know, and what are your options?  Join the DU Podcast as hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher share their answers to these questions and more, when discussing urban nesting waterfowl.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

A.R.DI. - Back To Me [AVA Recordings]Diago - Punta Reina (Ablazing Records)CLASSIC: The Thrillseekers - Synaesthesia [Neo]DAVE PEARCE'S TOP 5 5.Chris Metcalfe - Lost In Paradise [FSOE]4.Asteroid & Dark Fusion - Convergence [FSOE]3.Chris Jennings ft. Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo K Remix)[Amsterdam Trance]2.Adara, Spencer Newell - I Didn't Run [FSOE]1.Lee McNeill - Slip AwayGUEST MIX: Daniel SkyverDaniel Skyver - Kaval Sviri - Flashover.Brandt Hoff - Quantum Drift - FSOE.Enigma State - Legion - Transtate.Jon Mangan - Vintage - FSOESunda - The Substance - AddictiveTasso - Blunt - Deep In Thought

1. Stowers & Cooper - Sonic State (Extended Mix) 2. Roman Messer & Inrayzex - Gravity (Extended Mix) 3. BiXX & JSKA - To Find Myself (Extended Mix) 4. Fragma & DJ T.H. & Enerdizer feat. Maria Rubia - Everytime You Need Me (Extended Mix) 5. Claas Inc. - Imaginary (Extended Mix) 6. Steve Dekay & Reborn Sound System - Omnipresence (Extended Mix) 7. Dermot Kirby - Close Call (Extended Mix) 8. Brent Rix - Phases (Extended Mix) 9. Pierre Pienaar - Polaris (Extended Mix) 10. Kenny Mcauley - Digital Frontier (Extended Mix) 11. Artena - Fulminare (Extended Mix) 12. Christopher Corrigan - It's Over (Extended Mix) 13. Laucco - Tor Lara (Original Mix) 14. Laucco - Gargantua (Extended Mix) 15. REX.W - Waves (Extended Mix) 16. Angelus & Ren Faye - With Me Now (Extended Mix) 17. Madwave & Fros7nova - Sigma (Extended Mix) 18. Chris Jennings & Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo K Extended Mix) 19. Rak Coon - Skyvision (Original Mix) 20. Peter Miethig - I Can Hear You (Extended Mix) 21. Allen Watts & Kinetica - Accelerator (Extended Mix) 22. Mauro Picotto - Iguana (Mark Sherry's Th3rty Extended Remix) 23. BELINDA (CA) - Primal Reversion (Extended Mix) 24. Jackob Roenald - Balance (Iain M Extended Remix)

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss waterfowl mating systems and how behavior changes related to mating and courtship directly impact hunting as the season progresses. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Chris Jennings ft. Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo K Remix)[Amsterdam Trance]M42 - O.E.G. (Extended Mix)[Ascent Recordings]CLASSIC: Will Atkinson - Rush [BLACK HOLE]DAVE PEARCE'S TOP 5 5.Adara, Spencer Newell - I Didn't Run [FSOE]4.Impulse Wave - Your Laughter Never Ends 3.Alex M.O.R.P.H. & Andrea Ribeca - Amaterasu [FSOE]2.Daniel Skyver - Kaval Sviri [Flashover]1.Lee McNeill - Slip AwayGUEST MIX: Jordan Tilstone  Jordan Tilstone - Up AnleyJordan Tilstone - Poltergeist [FSOE]Jordan Tilstone - Terracotta XTC [FSOE]Jordan Tilstone - Kilnside EuphoriaJordan Tilstone - AluminaJordan Tilstone - Saggar's Dance

Tracklist: 01. Tritonal feat. Angel Taylor - Watch Us Glow (Matt Fax Remix) [Enhanced] 02. Embers of Hope & Aluna Honor - Serenity [RNM] 03. Mitiska & Midnite Amity x Mully - Say It [Armind] 04. Bigfett & KAF3R - Stop Me [Armind] 05. ARISEY & Vassmo -  Infinity [Find Your Harmony] 06. Titus1, Roger Raw - Ground [Deeper Harmonies] 07. MORTEN - Portrait [Insomniac] 08. Ahmed Helmy - Im A Freak [Armind] 09. Markus Schulz, Ferry Corsten & Omnia - Loops & Tings [A State Of Trance] LIGHT SDE TRACK 10. JOA - Everyday [ERRORR] 11. NWYR - Venom [Rave Culture] 12. Ilan Bluestone & Jasper Blunk - 40 [Anjunabeats] 13. Dennis Sheperd x EKE - Playing With Fire (Corti Organ Remix) [Black Hole] FAVORITE OF THE MOEMENT 14. Maryn & Lee Roy Mondo feat. Robin Vane - Reasons [Find Your Harmony] 15. newshade., NOIDE, Khar - Secrets [Find Your Harmony] 16. OTTAGON feat. Lilly Ahlberg - The One [Armada] 17. Orjan Nilsen - Babylon [In My Opinion] 18. Marie Vaunt, The Yellowheads - Fracture [Kurai Records] 19. Markus Schulz & Pavlo Vicci - Get You Higher [Coldharbour] 20. Spencer Newell & Adara - I Didn't Run [FSOE] 21. Eximinds & Alper Cetin - Melodia Remedy [Abora] 22. KASST - Sound Of The Soul [HILOMATIK] 23. Space 92 - Orbit Motion [TAKEOFF] DARK SIDE TRACK 24. Chukiess & Whackboi - Kill The Beat [Subharmony] 25. Dash Berlin & Dani Sylvia - Moonburn [North Sea Music] 26. XiJaro & Pitch x Susana - Beauty In My Scars [Black Hole] 27. Chris Jennings feat. Kym Marsh - Today (Kaimo K Remix) [Amsterdam Trance] 28. Peter Miethig – I Can Hear You [Nocturnal Knights] 29. Boris Foong - Here We Go [Reaching Altitude] 30. Indecent Noise & onTune - Elements [Mental Asylum] 31. Chicane feat. Moya Brennan - Saltwater (Paul Webster & Patrick Gormley Remix) [Armada] 32. Taylor Torrence & Kyra Mastro - Mona Lisa [Subharmony] CLASSIC SELECTION 33. Solar Factor - Urban Shakedown [Bonzai Classics]

Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois rejoins host Chris Jennings on the show to discuss his best day duck hunting. Bourgeois describes a day in the south Louisiana marshes, the birds, and the meal shared after the hunt. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher debunk the myth of the northern, or “red leg” mallard, and discuss an interesting taxonomic issue related to a North American waterfowl species. Download and subscribe to follow along with all things waterfowl as the DU Podcast brings the resource to you.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Hosts Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings are joined by Dr. Mark Lindberg, professor at University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Institute of Arctic Biology to discuss the ways hunters play a vital role in citizen-science programs. Banding, HIP, and other various programs are supported by hunters, and are crucial to waterfowl science. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Authenticity, Sales Leadership, and AI In this episode, John Golden sits down with Chris Jennings, a UCLA graduate and a sales leadership expert with over 25 years of experience in training and client retention. Chris brings a fresh, no-nonsense perspective on sales, focusing on authenticity, strategic questioning, and psychological insights that help both buyers and salespeople feel at ease.

Want to scale your business and increase revenue? Chris Jennings, founder of Chris Jennings Group, has helped businesses generate $2.25 billion in additional revenue through authentic communication and client retention strategies. With nearly 40 years of experience, he's a top-rated Vistage speaker and author of Conversations Made Easy and The Client Retention Matrix. In this episode, Chris shares: ✅ The Client Retention Matrix – A proven framework for long-term business growth ✅ Sales leadership transformation – How to shift from transactional to relational selling ✅ Scaling through relationships – Building business ecosystems that create lasting success ✅ Maintaining profit margins – Strategies to stay competitive without sacrificing revenue Chris has worked with over 2,000 clients across industries, transforming how businesses approach sales and customer relationships. And here's a fun fact—he's also a retired triathlete who won Escape from Alcatraz, proving that strategy and endurance are key in both sports and business.

Scott Leysath, Ducks Unlimited magazine cooking columnist, joins Chris Jennings on the DU podcast to discuss several must-have items for every wild game chef. Leysath explains that some of these items are specific to recipes, but most of these are handy in every kitchen style. The pair talk about how Leysath uses several key items in his kitchen.Read the full article: 10 Must-Have Cooking Items for Waterfowl Hunters:https://www.ducks.org/hunting/10-must-have-cooking-items-for-waterfowl-huntersListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

What defines a truly great healthcare sales leader? In this episode, Chris Jennings, CEO of Chris Jennings Group, reveals the essential traits of successful healthcare sales leadership. He shares strategies for developing your sales team, the importance of authenticity in client interactions, and the power of continuous learning and coaching to drive team performance.

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP66 How Fast Can They Fly and Other Insights From GPS Telemetry. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now's your chance!Mike Casazza rejoins the show to continue our discussion about cutting edge radio telemetry and its importance to waterfowl science. Specific topics on this episode include new estimates of waterfowl flight speed and why this is important, unexpected movements and behaviors of waterfowl, and what a hunter should do if they harvest a bird outfitted with a transmitter.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Are you ready to elevate your sales game with proven strategies? Learn how confidence and live dialogue can transform your results and create authentic client connections.In this episode of the CEO Sales Strategies Podcast, Doug C. Brown shares how to build confidence, master live dialogue, and use emotional intelligence to boost your sales success. Joined by guest expert Chris Jennings, they reveal actionable strategies to improve sales performance and client retention.In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How confidence leads to better sales conversations. ✅ Why live dialogue builds authentic client relationships. ✅ Using emotional intelligence to understand and meet client needs. ✅ How discipline and focus drive sustainable sales growth.

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP65 Radio Telemetry In Waterfowl Research. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now's your chance!Since its introduction to wildlife research in the mid-20th century, radio telemetry has enabled scientists and conservationists to understand waterfowl behaviors and ecology at levels previously not imagined. In this episode, co-hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher are joined by Research Biologist Mike Casazza to learn about the history, advancements, capabilities, and unique insights obtained from modern-day radio telemetry. Download and subscribe to follow along with all things waterfowl as the DU Podcast brings the resource to you.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Send us a textThere's so much more to New York than Manhattan. In this episode we'll discover the "hidden gems" of upstate and western New York's waterways: the serene beauty of the historic Erie Canal, the charm of villages nestled along the way, and the natural delights of the Finger Lakes, with its surrounding farms, vineyards and waterfalls. Chris Jennings, the General Manager of the Lake House on Canandaigua, helps us touch on downtown waterfalls of the city of Rochester, with a history of notable figures like Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. We'll uncover the lesser-known natural wonders of western New York beyond famed Niagara Falls, including Letchworth State Park, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the East. The Finger Lakes, 11 glacier-formed bodies of water, are celebrated for their wine scene and cultural tapestry, including Amish and Mennonite influences. And Chris ends the episode sharing a heartwarming story on Lake Canandaigua._____Chris Jennings is the General Manager of the Lake House on Canandaigua, and lives in the Finger Lakes area._____Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and  has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. _____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has dropped over 100 travel episodes! New podcast episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen. _____Travel vlogs of our featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now drop on YouTube in the middle of every month! Please subscribe, like, and comment. ****************************************Website: https://placesirememberlealane.com Travel Blog: forbes.com X (Twitter):@lealane Instagram: PlacesIRememberLeaLane Facebook: Places I Remember with Lea LaneYouTube Channel: Places I Remember: Travel Talk with Lea Lane

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP347 Father Son Dynamic Discussion With Eddie And Jack Nickens. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now's your chance!Eddie Nickens, contributing editor of Ducks Unlimited magazine, and his son Jack join host Chris Jennings in studio to discuss their travels over the years. The two were visiting National Headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, on their way to an Arkansas duck hunt. Eddie and Jack explained how they built bonds through the outdoors and how things have changed since Jack was young, hunting at his father's side. This interesting conversation details the dynamics of a father and a son growing up in the outdoors, both learning about life along the way.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP289: Species Profile Green Wing Teal. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now's your chance!Green-winged teal are the smallest of our North American dabbling ducks with a short neck and small bill. Dr. Mike Brasher and Chris Jennings go into the details about this fascinating species. The pair discuss the species' breeding habits, migrating, and wintering distribution. Prized by hunters for their abundance and as table fare, there's a lot to learn about Green-wings.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes: EP275: Species Profile Blue Wing Teal. If you missed it the first time or want to enjoy it again, now's your chance!Hosts Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher join forces to bring you the first in a series of species profiles covering our North American waterfowl. The blue-winged teal enjoys the spotlight in this episode. One of our most unique dabbling ducks, spending summer in the prairies and winter in the mangroves of Mexico, bluewings are the last to arrive on the breeding grounds and the first to head south, providing hunters with an early opportunity to return afield after a long hot summer. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Kayle Browning, first-time Olympic trap shooter, joins the Ducks Unlimited Podcast to talk about her path to earning her spot on Team USA and her excitement for the upcoming Olympic Games. Browning, a well-accomplished shooter on the world stages, is an avid duck hunter who grew up hunting Arkansas' storied, flooded timber habitats with her family. Hear how she is preparing for her upcoming trip to Tokyo and all that entails being a member of Team USA. Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

RELOADED EP264 | 7 Tips From GuidesWaterfowl guides hunt every day, they've seen it all. John Pollmann, DU Magazine freelance contributor, joins Chris Jennings to talk about learning special tips and tactics from lifelong waterfowl guides. Pollmann goes into detail about specific tactics some guides use to decoy ducks and geese, as well as sharing some personal stories about hunting with guides.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Are you curious about field trials and hunt tests? Karl Gunzer, director of the Sporting Dog Group for Purina Pro Plan, joins the show to discuss his decades of experience with field trial training and competing. Gunzer shares his personal experiences and advice for those interested in getting started.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

This episode was originally aired on: December 14, 2020John Pollmann, a freelance contributor to DU magazine, rejoins the DU Podcast to discuss decoy strategies with Chris Jennings. The two review a magazine feature Pollmann wrote detailing how to create the simplest, most effective decoy spread possible. They also discuss the varying habitats where these unique spreads are used and how other hunters can recreate the scenarios in their hunting areas.Read the full Feature: https://www.ducks.org/hunting/decoys/five-simple-spreads-for-waterfowlListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

As temperatures drop, it's important to ensure your retriever stays safe and healthy. Mike Stewart, owner of Wildrose Kennels, joins host Chris Jennings to discuss essential cold-weather retriever care. From icy conditions and snow to bitter winds, Stewart highlights key warning signs to watch for when hunting in winter. He also delves into important topics such as cold-tail, essential items for retriever blind bags, hypothermia prevention, and proper feeding routines. Have recommendations or questions? Reach out to the DU Podcast team at DUPodcast@ducks.org.www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

It's early September, and duck hunting is back! But it's also the time of year when identifying ducks can be most challenging, as most have yet to attain their signature breeding plumage. On this made-for-video episode, Chris Jennings is joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Dr. Jerad Henson, and Katie Burke as they discuss the popular pastime of sexing and aging ducks based on wing and tail characteristics. Tune in to learn more about this educational skill and how you can apply it on your next hunt, even if you aren't all that confident!WATCH ON YOUTUBEwww.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Chris Jennings, Mallori Murphey, and Dr. Scott Stephens join Dr. Mike Brasher to discuss the current status of teal migration, habitat conditions, and how you can stay informed during the hunting season. Through DU's Migration Alerts, hunters will be “in the know” about bird numbers, weather systems, hunting success, and habitat conditions. Waterfowl 360 is here with a plethora of hunting resources, including decoy tactics, recipes, waterfowl ID, hunting stories, and more. Lastly, Dr. Scott Stephens shares the latest from Prairie Canada and his first week of the new season. Spoiler alert…it's dry again, but skinny teal decoys once again proved their worth! “Life is Short. You Better Hunt.”www.ducks.org/migrationwww.waterfowl360.comwww.ducks.org/DUPodcast