Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast

Host Chris Kaiser shares recent stories of current turkey hunts in the state of Oklahoma after a total knee replacement.     He also takes a in depth look at the history of Oklahoma duck season limits and hunt days allowed from 1980 to the current season.  1985 thru 1995 marked a decade of critically low waterfowl numbers resulting in decreased limits and days afield and how his parties managed and stayed in the game.     We may be headed that way again if we don't witness a significant spring breeding cycle and increased fall flight forecast!  Will you stay in the game or pack it in?  

Western Kentucky public land grinder - Elliott Slaton joins the Purely Public podcast to talk ducks and asks host Chris Kaiser details about when to hold the cards and when to fold and go look for new ducks during the season!    A great discussion and informative podcast for anyone chasing ducks on public ground!     Give it a listen! 

Eastern shore public land duck hunter - Kyle Edwards joins the podcast.  Edwards hunts Delaware and Maryland a region known for its historic tradition and culture of water fowling in the United States!    Kyle shares how he jumped into duck hunting with his father at a early age and how he has learned to chase ducks on public becoming very successful learning the habits and hangouts of the many species of ducks and geese in his region.    Listeners will enjoy hearing lessons Kyle uses today that even include the use of hand carved wooden decoys from a local Maryland carver to fool wary black ducks into his spread!  

Josh Goins - CEO & Founder of The Flyway Federation joins the Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast!    The most polarizing figure today within the current water fowling community - you either love him or hate him!     Listeners will hear Josh tell the backstory and history of how he has championed the controversial issue of flooded corn and crop manipulation  used today by countless private clubs and land owners to hunt and harvest waterfowl.     Some call it legalized baiting and now even US Senators have got behind the efforts asking for studies into these practices and how they may impact migrating ducks and geese across the US landscape.   Listen and form your own opinion on this highly debated topic! 

Tyler Thompson from southeastern Oklahoma jumps on the podcast with host Chris Kaiser.    Thompson and Kaiser discuss a not so pleasant start and introduction to one another that happened on social media this past season.  Both share how they took steps away from hiding behind a screen and being a keyboard warrior and ultimately discussed differences professionally and took the time to learn more about one another!  This has since led to a strong friendship and opportunities to interact, share stories and strategies making both better as public land hunters!    Listeners will hear helpful hints on hunting low water ducks, retriever training and how to stay consistent even working 6 days a week during the season!     Give it a listen!     

Purely Public host Christ Kaiser invites a veteran public land hunter from Warren, Arkansas - Andy "Pappaw" Gibbs to join the podcast again for round 2.      These two older gentlemen pick up from a previous podcast they shared before duck season and discuss God - Family - Country - Black Labs- Ducks and Duck Gumbo and of course how the past season went.    Listeners young and old alike will gain some wisdom from these two OG's that may just help anyone become better in the topics above!    Thanks for the listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares some memories of his recently departed hunting retriever, Bella and brings some more clarity to the subject of public land pressure and how we got to where we are today.     Recovering from a recent full knee replacement, Kaiser relates how publishing this podcast has been needed therapy to himself and how listeners have helped along the way! 

Former Navy veteran, Landon Layman joins the Purely Public podcast to talk all things ducks from the Central Valley region in California.    Landon originally from Amarillo, Texas joined the Navy out of high school - served a year long tour on the USS Abraham Lincoln and now works on the Navy base there in California.  Layman jumped into the public duck hunting world out in California and shares unique perspectives from chasing ducks in the waterfowl rich environment of the west coast!    Give this one a listen! 

Host Chris Kaiser expands on a recent quote from friend Kirk McCullough that "with all the mechanical and electronic technology allowed to duck hunt - ducks have utilized that to possibly educate themselves, possibly imprinting on that technology without us realizing it!"    Kaiser challenges public land hunters to learn daily -  to get up off the couch and simply go hunting!  Stop bickering and crying -  just go hunt! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser takes on the true off season covering several topics of interest and some controversy regarding public land duck hunting.    The off season is where lots of "talking and listening" happen from social media sites and Kaiser addresses some that have surfaced the past few weeks.    Tips and strategies include decoy basics, water movement lessons and simple encouragement to adapt or die on the vine as a public duck hunter! Learning to adjust and change can be the difference between success and failure! 

Dalton Johnson from the coastal western Washington area joins the Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast talking saltwater puddle duck hunting!    Johnson, an English professor from Grays Harbor College in Washington state shares his wisdom and strategies that lead to success harvesting dabbling ducks along the coast.    Listeners will hear captivating stories and lessons that include the value of a great hunting retriever and finding success on a small budget!

Host Chris Kaiser shares the analytics of his recently completed duck season journal.     Lessons can be learned each and every season from writing down the details and logistics of your hunts whether good or bad!   Kaiser shares some key take aways from a very tough season in Oklahoma and how they managed to kill a few ducks every hunt.  Although nearly record low numbers in hunts and harvest - there always seem to be highlights and benefits gained along the way if you take the time to journal!  

The Purely Public Duck Hunting podcast special guests - Clayton Barbour @barbour_18 - Ethan Bakker @Ethan.bakker9 - Brody Hensley @duckman097 and Patrick McCauley @p.mccauley10 jump on and rehash the 2025-26 Oklahoma Duck season - the struggles and highlights and everything in between!    These guys all have solid public land experience and hunt a minimum of 30 days a season here in the state.   Listeners may hear and learn new tips and tricks from these fellas as they retell and relive this past season!   

Host Chris Kaiser shares how the Youth/Veteran Hunt in Oklahoma ended while exposing some false narratives about the hunting industry and misleading messaging from influencers within the duck hunting culture.  The truth about the issues with duck numbers from other podcasts and guests are discussed as well as highlights and lowlights of the past duck season! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares what took place in the final weekend of the 2026 Oklahoma duck season as Winter Storm Fern brought record snowfall and low temps to the southern end of the Central flyway.   Scouting and preparation began weeks in advance and listeners may also pick up on strategies that helped Kaiser and company harvest ducks before, during and after the storm hit Oklahoma!    Give it a listen! 

As a Winter Storm Advisory heads towards Oklahoma, host Chris Kaiser shares some cold weather tips and tricks to stay safe, warm and dry as hunters prepare to chase public ducks for one last time!     

Idaho native, Perrin Mikitish joins the podcast to talk about the Pacific Flyway extravaganza of public duck hunting!    One of the most mature and grounded 21 year olds you may ever hear that has entered the public duck hunting game!     Perrin shares great insight and an uncommon joy for chasing ducks, fish and pheasant while introducing several of his friends to the outdoors and this crazy pursuit of public land ducks!    This one is a refreshing reminder to old and young that there is some great young men and women entering our outdoor world with the right heart and minds!  Give it a listen! 

Podcast host Chris Kaiser shares his thoughts on having the correct mindset on finishing the duck season as strong as possible!  Too many hunters put so much emphasis on full straps, big stacks and limits!  As you grow older and wiser, you will learn to cherish each day out in the marsh or timber and begin to live for each day you are given!  Don't grow weary because in due time you will reap a harvest!  Count on it! 

Purely Public guest, Blake Mann joins the podcast to talk ducks and strategies that help him and his crew stay consistent in south Indiana.    Mann originally from Kentucky relocated with his family to Indiana as franchise owners with the world renowned McDonalds Corporation.  Blake shares how business strategies within McDonalds has helped be successful chasing ducks and shares some helpful tips learned as a self taught enthusiast to kill more birds!    Thank your for giving this episode a listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares his recent review of a very tough duck season and revisits some public hunting etiquette issues that many need to learn or possibly re-learn!    The season is less than three weeks from over and duck depression is soon to set in!  Make the most of the final countdown! 

Gage Kaiser - @gage_kize - KIZEGUY #2 joins the Purely Public podcast!  Coach Kaiser has enjoyed a phenomenal year all around and discusses growing up a public land duck hunter, lessons he has learned and the value of solo hunts.  Stories and helpful hints are laced in along the way!  Jump on board and give it a listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares a brief Oklahoma second half split update.  Things that we can't control and deal with as we chase ducks on public ground - "it is what it is!"  Kaiser shares about navigating in dense fog and grades the current state of duck hunting this season in his home state of Oklahoma.  Conditions are tough and the public duck hunting has become a young man's game - not for the weak of heart or knees as well!  

On this episode of the Purely Public podcast, host Chris Kaiser is joined by public land grinder, Jeffrey Duclos from Wilmington, North Carolina.   Jeffrey shares strategies that include inland marshes as well as coastal diver hunts.  Originally hailing from Massachusetts he also heads back home for several hunts each season.   Discussions include handling public pressure, inland alligators and a Labradoodle retriever that does it all! Hope you enjoy the listen!  

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares a brief season split update and a few personal rants regarding "shot chasing", the social media influencers, being trolled and a biblical response to being called a hypocrite for his faith in Christ!  

On this episode of Purely Public - Matt Kaiser jumps back on to discuss his recent purchase of his first hunting retriever and shared details of his training regiment in the first year with his pup.  Listeners can gain some tips and hints on what goes into the daily discipline of training your own working dog and the fulfilling reward of raising a hunting partner for several seasons ahead! 

Host Chris Kaiser responds to a few listeners requests to share more details on tips and strategies on how to blend in without a permanent blind on public land.  Hear details on key ways to stay hidden and undetected by ducks where ever you hunt them.  Listeners will learn how important having a backdrop and using shadows along with other veteran lessons learned from chasing waterfowl on public ground. 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser introduces one of his four boys - Matt Kaiser - KIZEGUY #3 to join the podcast sharing life lessons growing up with a father that is a public land duck hunting lunatic!  "MK" talks lessons learned from college baseball that translate back to skills and mindsets for the public duck hunting pursuit!  Listeners will gain some solid insight from a young man that has become highly independent in the chase of staying consistent on public land waterfowl. 

Special guest from central Ohio, Jackson Cottingham joins the Purely Public podcast to share his story and talk all things ducks!    Jackson has created a game call business out of his garage named Genesis Game Calls and can custom make goose and duck calls for the navy hunter who wants a specific sound or style.    Listeners will hear a faith packed edition of duck hunting knowledge and tips from this young public land grinder that is making strides annually to stay with and harvest more birds as he learns every step of the way! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares tips, strategies and encouragement to the "weekend warriors" that can only chase ducks on Saturdays and Sundays.   A few helpful tips to help those with limited time frames and opportunities to hunt ducks.  Listeners may gain some wisdom to keep the pace and work to stay on ducks even if it is just weekends!  Give it a listen!   

Purely Public podcast guest @sirthomaslewis joins host @chriskaiserfca to talk all things ducks in the great state of Louisiana!  Learn about the styles of hunts that dominate the southern end of the Mississippi Flyway that includes coastal marshes to the Atchafalaya Basin region with some rice fields mixed in!  Thomas shares interesting insight to young and older hunters alike that will add value to everyone chasing ducks on public ground! 

From the Land of 10,000 Lakes - public land duck hunter, Jaelend Williams shares insight and strategies he uses to stay consistent on ducks in Minnesota.  Listeners will enjoy the stories of mixed bag hunts and phenomenal access Minnesota natives experience.  Jaelend shares some of his favorite hunts along with the joy of introducing a new retriever as his hunting companion this season!  You won't want to miss this podcast from another sold out public duck hunters here in the US! 

You're only as good as your circle of friends!   On this episode, host Chris Kaiser shares how to create a trusted group of public land duck hunting buddies!   What does it take for you to add value to the group?  How can you build trust and confidence to grind through the entire season?  Kaiser shares vintage stories of how to create value - stay consistent and also how to get black listed!  No one wants to be "voted off the island" but it happens!  Trust takes years to build - seconds to lose - and a lifetime to repair!   The best way to find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them! 

The 2025 Duck Season is here - are you ready???   This episode is filled with helpful strategies and ways to successfully prepare for duck hunting on your public ground!    Start looking for ducks - not just "ducky" looking spots!  Can you hide and conceal all your hunters where birds are located?  How do the ducks approach and use locations with the predominant wind?  Can you get to the hole in the dark or in the fog safely and effectively?    These questions and knowing "WHY" ducks are where you find them are covered in this episode of Purely Public!   

The Purely Public Duck Hunting podcast is joined by Florida public land hunter - @zachscott_6 Listen along as Zach shares his self-taught hunting successes since high school and all he has learned from chasing ducks all over the state of Florida!  A Florida Gator at heart - Zach shares what it is like hunting ducks along side of true swamp alligators as well as pursuing birds on tidal flats, ocean sand bars and mangrove trees.  New as well as veteran duck hunters will gain some knowledge and enjoy this episode for sure!  

Host Chris Kaiser shoots from the hip today after recent conversations with a few new followers about calling and trafficking flight line birds.  Learn key advice to help you read ducks and the things you're looking forward to turn and finish em!  Takes time and experiences but it starts from the first flight of the morning hunt.  Kaiser discusses timing - calling at the "tails and tips" of the ducks and more stories from decades of hunting them! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares 5 Can't Miss Duck Recipes that he enjoys bringing wild ducks to table fare over the 40 plus seasons of hunting these game birds.  Wild game is tricky to prepare at times because it has no additives, fillers and is pure low fat protein. Ducks and geese makes for great table fare if prepared correctly.  Listeners will learn some quick and easy recipes to prepare wild duck for the table inside this episode. 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares lessons learned from over 25 years of pursuing ducks on public water from a canoe!  Simplifying the sport and strategies relating to the life lesson book "All I Really Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" from author Robert Fulghum.   This podcast focuses on the basics of hunting ducks from a smaller watercraft that relates to many regions and areas of hunting ducks on public! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser weighs in on the topic of using a drone to scout for ducks on public land.  Drone use is illegal in many states for scouting and pursuit of game animals and remains legal in several others.   Chris shares his personal experiences using a drone, what got him into the drone game - the good, the bad and the ugly including recently losing a drone to the elements!  Whatever side you fall on with the new tools of drone scouting - you will want to take a listen to hear more about the topic and what many can learn from the use of this technique.   

Long time Arkansas public land hunter, Andy "Pappaw" Gibbs joins the podcast.   Listeners will hear historical details of the public hunting legacy of the Arkansas flooded timber.  Andy Gibbs shares his memories of growing up in Arkansas and how the landscape and opportunities have changed over the decades there.  Listeners will hear how their choices can make a difference in the duck woods and be selective in what they harvest and how they can always be a positive influence to others sharing the resources we all love!    

Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast host Chris Kaiser shares his pre-season checklist to double check for the upcoming duck season.  Listeners may gain insight on things that can help them stay safe and more successful during the entirety of the grind of public duck season! 

Oklahoma Public Land grinder - Patrick McCauley joins the Purely Public podcast.   Patrick shares how he was introduced to hunting from his father and family friends and mentors.  Listeners will hear and learn from his experiences as a waterfowler in Oklahoma, as well as Canada and other states in the US.  Several tips and strategies are shared that will help the new and older generation public land hunters across the country! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares tips and strategies from decades of using decoy brands and decoy placements that have proved effective for public land ducks.   Listeners will learn about developing a landing zone and other strategies for big and small water sets. Knowledge that can help hunters harvest ducks and close birds tighter for higher percentage shots. 

Podcast host Chris Kaiser unpacks several tips and strategies on how to "adapt of die" when it comes to increasing hunting pressure on public land.  Increased hunting pressure has become the "new normal" for public land duck hunters across the nation for a number of reasons.  Instead of complaining about the pressure, learn how to compete, make changes and find birds on a more consistent basis! 

Purely Public podcast is joined by southeast Michigan resident public land duck hunter - Joe Aiuto.   Joe is a public safety first responder firefighter chasing ducks in the Mississippi Flyway in Michigan.   Host Chris Kaiser and Joe visit back and forth talking public ducks, strategies and differences between the flyways they share.   You will enjoy the conversation between these two fellow public land duck hunters comparing learning lessons! 

On this episode of Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares his key migration indicators that have proven to be successful to forecast duck movements south to Oklahoma.  Discover the apps that will help you watch not only weather, but the jet stream, moon phases and freeze lines.  All help the public duck hunters anticipate new birds throughout the season! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares ten key tips to finding and hunting early season teal - the "pre-season scrimmages" before big duck season arrives!  Kaiser also shares his feedback on the 2025 USFWS Breeding Population and May Pond Count reports.  You might be surprised by his take! 

Former Marine and shotgun expert Brody Hensley joins the podcast.  Hear what is most important to him regarding blind bag must haves, hunting safety and boat ramp etiquette. Host Chris Kaiser and Brody cover several public land subjects and discuss shotgun basics for the public land hunter.  

Podcast host Chris Kaiser shares how he has learned to make a change of plans before a hunt happens or after things dictate a move needs to be made!  Learn how to handle getting beat to a hole, mechanical failures on or during a hunt or changing scenarios such as freeze up, falling water or when ducks show you where they really want to be! A great episode to learn how to kill more ducks consistently throughout the season! 

In this episode, host Chris Kaiser shares what he has witnessed as a duck hunter and the impact of social media and the social media influencers on the landscape of public land hunting.  He takes a hard look at the era of podcasters and influencers and the methods and language they use in their messaging.  Several states are increasing prices while decreasing the days allowed for nonresident hunters. Waterfowl license and stamp sales continue to decrease annually.  Increased out-of state pressure seems to be the main reason for such regulations.    You may agree or disagree - but either way - we are not going back to the way things were just ten years ago!  

In this episode, host Chris Kaiser shares his 40 plus seasons of journaling his duck hunts and memories.  He highlights the method and basic template he uses and has improved upon since the early 1980's up to his latest season journals. You will learn how it is a trule discipline to keep up with as well as adding picture images to match the details.  Chris shares his decades of analytics regarding the final averages and species breakdown and how those have changed over the years.  Journaling can be a tremendous advantage to public land hunters to learn and look back upon for consistent success!