{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Ducks Unlimited Podcast","title":"Feather Wars: Inside the Great Crusade to Save America’s Birds (Ep 753)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2361,"description":"The history of bird conservation is full of conflict, characters, chaos — and ultimately, hope.\n\nIn this special episode, host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with journalist and author James H. McCommons, whose new book Feather Wars uncovers the dramatic, surprising, and often untold stories behind how America saved its birds from the brink of extinction.\nFrom market hunting and plume traders to poetic bird lovers, political maneuvering, and early wildlife heroes, this book chronicles the people, laws, and events that shaped modern conservation — including stories waterfowl hunters will instantly recognize.\nIn this episode:\nThe early days of shotgun ornithologists and egg collectors\nHow plume hunting and the feather trade ignited a national movement\nWhy hunters played a crucial role in securing early conservation laws\nThe real story behind the Lacey Act, Weeks-McLean Act, and MBTA\nThe wild saga of Ray Holland vs. the Missouri Attorney General\nDing Darling, duck clubs, and the birth of the Federal Duck Stamp\nHow past conservation battles mirror today’s challenges\nIf you love birds, hunting history, conservation law, or simply great storytelling — this episode (and this book) are must-listens.\n\nListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcast\nSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org\nSPONSORS:\nPurina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks Unlimited\nWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.\nBird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:\nWhether 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.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/l9P4SkFXvPCREt6eTfTD5odOxdx8hOF2b5qKX09C2oY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNDJi/ODNkMmQ5ZWY5Mjdm/YzdhMDIxNGNiODEx/MmNhZi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}