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The Ugly Quacking Duck

Welcome to the worst podcast in the unknown universe! Conspiracies, what is that? We will try to cover a little out of the way news, earthquakes, and have some fun. All while convincing you we are the worst podcast. We hope you will join us often. Check us out at -- https://theuglyquackingduck.com

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All Episodes

68:16

You Can't Just Put Peanut Butter On It

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2026/01/31

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. We jump from Muhammad Ali’s new Forever stamp to a sprawling, grounded look at sleep and heart health, flattening “peanut butter” pay raises, quake counts, solar noise, and a deep dive into decades of deportation policy and its street‑level impact. Humor softens the edges, but we stay with the data and ask what incentives and priorities truly drive outcomes. • Ali’s stamp as a cultural spark and memory cue • Night owl vs early bird study linki...

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51:15

I Came Up

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2026/01/22

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. What starts as a light check-in—cats underfoot and a brief tease of winter sun—quickly widens into a tour of stories that feel equal parts surreal and sobering. We talk Greenland’s odd brush with U.S. history, revisit a polarizing moment from last January to explore how headlines shape our empathy, and compare two very different space sagas: a swift medical evacuation that brought a crew home and the long, weary wait of Starliner astronauts who...

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46:07

A New Year, Really!

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2026/01/09

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. A wobbly start turns into a grounded reset as we talk gear that finally fits, habits that hold past week one, and why spring might be the better time to declare a new year. We add a curious wellness gadget, fresh nutrition rules, earthquakes, and space weather to round it out. • brief hiatus, illness, and a recommitment to weekly recording • the SM58 journey and finding a mic that fits a rough voice • resolutions that last by lowering the cost...

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45:32

Last Penny Sale & Earthquake Summary

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/12/18

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. We track seven‑day earthquake patterns through late fall, compare them with past years, and pause on Japan and Alaska’s big shocks. Then we unpack the “last penny” story, store rounding, and how value‑for‑value keeps this show free. • value‑for‑value model, why we avoid paywalls • recording month cadence and how we frame seven‑day stats • late‑season rise in total quakes and alternating big‑vs‑small pattern • notable clusters in Japan and Alas...

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32:32

Please Verify You’re 18, And Also Your Soul

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2025/12/13

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Two hosts weigh the trade-offs between safety, free speech, and privacy as governments and platforms push age verification and broader controls. We trace the ripple effects into podcasting, immigration enforcement, and streaming power plays, then end with a hopeful story of teen innovation. • value for value model and open access • switching to Reaper for lean, independent production • Australia’s under-16 social media ban and youth rights • i...

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46:59

Two DAWs Walk Into A Studio And A Cat Interrupts

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2025/12/05

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. This Episode recorded and rendered on Reaper DAW. Hit play on a cozy, candid ride through creative tinkering, 80s nostalgia, and the kind of gratitude that only grows after a hard season. We start in the studio where we stress-test a new workflow, recording in Reaper and Audacity at the same time to chase better sound without risking the show. That practical look at tools and trade-offs opens into a broader conversation about making independent...

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45:45

Thanksgiving, Giving Thanks And Singing AI

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/11/26

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. A simple question sets the tone: what are you thankful for? We lean into the heart of Thanksgiving with real talk about gratitude, grief, and the quiet kind of joy that shows up even when life feels thin. From travel prayers to table rituals, we trace the holiday’s roots across cultures and the way harvest traditions still whisper to us now. Faith makes an appearance, not as a lecture, but as an honest thanks to the Creator and an open invitati...

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64:25

Who Decides What You’re Allowed To Hear

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/11/13

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Sunshine after a brush with snow set the tone for a free-ranging ride that starts local and climbs straight into orbit. We celebrate 25 years of continuous life aboard the International Space Station, tip our caps to Mir’s overlooked legacy, and swap stories about chasing auroras sparked by double CMEs. A quick quake roundup keeps us grounded, while a candid update on an AI hosting glitch and a chaotic schedule shows the real-life mess behind m...

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35:46

Dropping Like Flies

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/11/05

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. We riff on a week where the cloud stumbles, storms hit hard, bugs fight bugs, and cars promise “eyes off” driving by 2028. Along the way, we share schedule changes, shout out listeners, and ask for feedback on sound and topics. • Amazon cloud outage impacts across work, social, and gaming • Insect drops to stop screwworm devastation • Hurricane Melissa’s toll on Jamaica and the Caribbean • Weather check-ins for Midwest, Spokane, and Phoenix • ...

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57:11

How Much Tech Is Too Much Tech

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/10/18

Two friends trade notes on weird weather, Star Trek reboots, and a wave of new chips while weighing the hidden costs of AI and the shrinking right to repair. We share a shoutout to a student podcast, ask for feedback on our audio, and invite support through value for value. • value for value model and keeping content open • mic setup, room sound, and listener feedback • local weather patterns in Southern Illinois • Phoenix and Spokane comparisons and storms • Star Trek reboots, humor, and fa...

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45:24

Retro Camera, Dodo Bird, and an AI Actress

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/10/06

We trade outrage for honesty as we riff on AI hype, de-extinction headlines, and a hard history lesson that still warns us today. Humor breaks the tension, but the heart is clear—value-for-value, open access, and treating people with care. • value-for-value model and why we keep content free • status of the earthquake reports and why feedback matters • the AI “actress” debate and creative labor concerns • nostalgia tech with Kodak’s tiny throwback camera • 1974 ruling on pregnant teachers an...

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70:12

The Quacking Truth: Freedom, Faith, and Farce

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/09/28

Bruce and Sunny explore the recent failed rapture predictions and what they reveal about biblical teachings on endurance versus escape, then examine the eroding distinction between freedom of speech and free speech in America. • Biblical analysis of recent rapture predictions and why date-setting contradicts scripture • Discussion of how Christians are called to endure trials with divine protection rather than escape them • Important distinction between constitutional "freedom of speech" and...

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55:41

When Bad News Strikes, How Do We Respond?

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/09/18

When tragedy strikes our communities, how do we respond? Do we fall into patterns of anger and division, or can we find a path toward healing and understanding? This deeply reflective episode tackles the challenging emotional landscape following recent high-profile events that have dominated headlines. The hosts courageously step into difficult territory, examining how our immediate reactions to tragedy often reveal more about our own character than about the events themselves. "The measure ...

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42:25

Is Sunny Gunning For Top Spot?

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/09/09

The moment Bruce steps away from the microphone, Sunny seizes his chance to commandeer episode 122 of the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast. What follows is a heartwarming blend of family banter, youthful entrepreneurship, and our signature look at global events through a small-town Midwestern lens. Young Lily joins us with exciting news about "Slime & Shine," her upcoming business venture with friend Anna. The enthusiasm in her voice is palpable as she details their dollar store inspiration an...

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31:42

I Enjoy Scifi!

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/09/02

We're recording from our Midwest studio in Mount Vernon, Illinois on Labor Day weekend. The beautiful weather continues with low humidity and pleasant temperatures, though we're starting to see dry conditions affecting the landscape. • Bruce shares a recorded conversation with AI about whether the Large Hadron Collider could create timeline shifts • Discussion about how science fiction provides escape but shouldn't replace spiritual foundations • Remembering Hurricane Katrina (2005) and its ...

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42:59

Watching Us From Above?

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/08/28

Bruce and Sunny share stories from around the world while delivering their signature blend of news, personal anecdotes, and thought-provoking perspectives that mainstream media often overlooks. • Bruce recounts his week-long struggle with audio equipment issues that ended with a simple settings adjustment • Discussion of a 112-year-old church being relocated in Kiruna, Sweden as part of a major mining expansion project • Weather comparison between Southern Illinois (comfortable 70s) and Phoe...

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20:16

The World Is Falling For It, Me Not So Much

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/08/17

Bruce and Sonny dive into the viral story about the "3I Atlas" alleged alien probe that's making headlines across major news networks and social media platforms in 2025. • Hot weather comparison between Southern Illinois (94°F, feels like 106°F) and Phoenix, Arizona (88°F) • Extensive coverage of the "3I Atlas" object that scientists claim might be an alien craft • News clips from CBS and Fox featuring Harvard scientist Dr. Avi Loeb discussing the object • The revelation that this entire sto...

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22:31

Robot Bunnies, Radioactive Rhinos, Just Weird

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/08/11

Sonny and Bruce explore fascinating wildlife conservation technologies including robot bunnies deployed in Florida to catch pythons and radioactive isotopes being added to rhino horns to catch poachers. • Robot bunnies in Florida give off heat signatures to attract pythons, with researchers planning to add scent attractants • The " Rhisotope Project " in South Africa adds harmless radioactive isotopes to rhino horns that set off detectors at border crossings • Current weather in the Midwest ...

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53:57

"Bruce broke the AI", Smirked Sunny

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/08/03

Bruce experiments with a multi-voice podcast featuring Sonny (a synthesized voice from his mixing board) and Ursa (an "ancient intelligence") to create a unique listening experience. The trio explores recent earthquake patterns, the implications of digital price tags in grocery stores, and the heartwarming story of 1,500 bikers supporting a bullied teen at his prom. • Ten earthquakes over 6.0 magnitude recorded in one week, with most centered near Russia following an 8.8 magnitude quake • Kl...

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30:39

We Checked Time's Best 100 Podcasts and We Are Not On...

The Ugly Quacking Duck ·

2025/07/27

Bruce and Sonny return with a midweek episode from their Midwest studio on a scorching 94-degree day, choosing podcast recording over lawn mowing while discussing earthquake statistics, cat photography, and unusual health tips. • Latest seven-day earthquake report shows 2,391 quakes of all magnitudes, including 11 significant ones measuring 6.0 or higher • Bruce discovers Time's 100 Best Podcasts list and confirms they aren't on it, officially making them "the worst podcast in the known univ...

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