In this conversation, Elliott interviews Barry Doyle, an Australian duck hunter, about his experiences and insights into duck hunting in Australia. They discuss various topics such as living in Australia, different accents, the outback, waterfowl hunting seasons, and the top species of ducks hunted in Australia. The conversation covers topics such as the differences between private and public land hunting, the use of permanent blinds, the political landscape surrounding hunting in Australia and America, the perception of hunting in society, and the impact of social media on the anti-hunting movement. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding where our food comes from and the disconnect between the death of animals and the consumption of meat. The prevalence of protests in the marshes and the media's role in shaping public opinion on hunting are also discussed. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the level of fanaticism among duck hunters in Australia and the impact of waterfowl identification tests on the number of hunters. In this final part of the conversation, Barry discusses his hopes and concerns for the future of duck hunting. He acknowledges the challenges posed by public opinion and government regulations but remains optimistic.

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