Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser breaks down the two decoy jerk rig motion system he has utilized for over 40 seasons! 

This jerk cord system is basic and simple - compact and useable in shallow and deep water.  Kaiser tries to explain it in easy to understand language for listeners nation-wide.  

Rookie as well as veteran public land hunters may gain some insights that will help harvest more birds this season using subtle movement in their spread! 

Thanks for listening! 

Vince Diechmann of Black Dog Welding jumps back on the Purely Public podcast to talk ducks and the recent repair of podcast host, Chris Kaiser's SeaArk Duck Boat.  

Kaiser and Diechmann talk aluminum duck boat safety and repair issues as well as falling duck numbers and the future of the sport for public land hunters.  

This is a good one - so give it a listen! 

From Dryden, Michigan - Purely Public guest Brody Depa - @brodydepa - joins the podcast highlighting the phenomenal public land water fowling opportunities he and his family are afforded in The Mitten State! 

Depa unpacks an inspiring story of how he has had to relearn to shoot left handed after overcoming a hand injury to his right side dominant hand. 

Listeners will be motivated by Brody's determination! Give it a listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser drops a short reminder regarding pre-season scouting tactics and key things for hunters preparing all they need for a safe and successful duck season ahead! 

Give it a listen! 

Ohio public land hunter, Jackson Cottingham rejoins the Purely Public podcast sharing calling tips and discussing how the last season unfolded for him and his crew.  

The owner and founder of Genesis Game Calls, Cottingham was recently blessed to be selected by the Ohio DNR to pick a lottery blind on a local state owned waterfowl management area.  He shares the process and what the selection will offer as far as opportunities for the upcoming season.  

We experienced some microphone and internet connectivity issues but the episode still offers solid tips and strategies to new as well as veteran duck and goose hunters.  Give it a listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares recent teal season success and struggles from the 9 day Oklahoma Teal Season along with current drought and heat wave info that is blistering the state! 

Arkansas public land hunters, Andrew Orr and Johnny Wilson jump on the Purely Public podcast to share their story of meeting on the job and becoming friends through duck hunting! 

Veteran waterfowler - Andrew befriended and invited Johnny who recently moved to Arkansas from Missouri and only had experienced deer hunting until being invited to try duck hunting.  

Now the two have formed a life-long bond and friendship over the pursuit of these crazy web-footed ducks! 

You will enjoy this one no doubt! 

Host Chris Kaiser shares a quick message to those taking to the field for the 2026 Teal Opener reminding the listeners of some key strategies and reminders. 

Keeping your eyes on the right things this duck season - avoiding the social media traps of comparison and setting realistic expectations will help public land duck hunters to enjoy the hunts more this season! 

Social media content often gives false and unrealistic messaging to hunters that you're doing it wrong, missing out, or not successful if you can't limit every day you are in the field.  Avoiding these traps will help hunters grow and enjoy the pursuit of ducks regardless of the outcome or harvest! 

Give it a listen! 

Dustin Clark with Clark Leather Kreations - @clarkleatherkreations jumps on the podcast with host Chris Kaiser discussing how he jumped in the hand-made leather working business and has found great success while raising a family and chasing ducks! 

Relatively new to public land waterfowling, Dustin shares his humble start into the sport and some interesting insights and stories that many will find helpful and entertaining! 

Give it a listen! 

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares a current Oklahoma update and his thoughts on the latest USFWS Waterfowl Survey. 

Kaiser pokes fun at the social media talking heads and their "spin doctor" techniques of painting everything in rainbows and unicorns as duck numbers fall to a new low - lowest since 1993 - but limits and season lengths remain liberal! 

For the public land grinders who keep pushing , keep hunting and keep their eyes to the sky in hopes of one more opportunity, the Bootlip Shovelers finally get the respect they deserve!