The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

Bruce shares the exciting news of his new great-grandson Philip's birth, celebrating the addition to the family while recording their first full podcast using Riverside's live platform.

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We tackle the significance of names, exploring how they shape identities and relationships. Dive into personal stories, political updates, and our plan for a weekly live show that fosters listener en…

Ever wondered how a brand-new microphone can jazz up a podcast experience? Well, Sonny just brought one to our setup, and we're celebrating our 100th episode with crisper sound and lively chatter. Ou…

Ever tried to set up a recording studio in a 38-degree Southern Illinois winter? Picture us slipping and sliding around the house while perfecting our setup, laughing at every misstep. As we near our…

 Snowstorms have a way of putting life on pause, don't they? As I sat watching snowflakes tumble down in southern Illinois, I found myself reflecting on the serenity and small disruptions they bring.…

  Sonny and I took this episode to state the obvious "Happy New year". We took a quick few moments to describe just that. After our short discussion, we brought together shorts taken from each of thi…

Each Christmas, the essence of the holiday can often be lost in the rush for presents and perfection. We reflect on the importance of connection, memory, and the love shared among family and friends …

  We kick things off by teasing each other about the upcoming holiday season, reminiscing about last year's achievements, and sharing how the recent sunny weather lifted our spirits. Our playful bant…

 We kick off this episode of the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast with a recent 7.0 earthquake off the coast of California. While the earth shook and concerns rumbled, we're grateful there were no injuries…

  We kick things off by sharing our journey, which includes our move from Buzzsprout's free hosting to a paid plan—a change that caused some early episodes to vanish into the ether. As we reminisce a…

 Celebrate with us as we reach our 30th milestone in the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast, filled with humor, technical hiccups, and the camaraderie that makes us who we are. We’ll take you on a journey th…

 On the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast, we're back at it with Lily, myself (Bruce), and Sunny reflecting on the hilarious ups and downs of recording when your voice is less than perfect. Despite Lily tak…

In our latest episode, we share the magic of seeing this rare spectacle right here in Southern Illinois, thanks to an extraordinary solar flare. As these vibrant auroras danced across the sky, stretc…

Have you ever wondered if we could have a second moon? Join The Ugly Quacking Duck as Bruce and Sunny delve into the captivating "Second Moon Phenomenon" and the sudden appearance of 2024 PT5, our ne…

Join us on the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast as we share a hilarious Tuesday afternoon chat, starting with Lily’s dramatic school day that ended with a trip to the nurse's office and an early exit. We’l…

 Join us on this blast episode of the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast where Sunny once again demonstrates his uncanny earthquake-guessing prowess. We kick things off with a cheerful welcome to our global …

Join us as Lily returns to the show after an exciting birthday celebration and a brief bout with an illness. We dive into the sweltering summer weather, tackle the serious topic of drink preferences,…

Tune into this light-hearted blast episode of The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast, where we bring you along for the ride as we visit family, celebrate a memorable birthday, and enjoy the cooler breeze bro…

Ever wondered how to juggle school, hobbies, and a podcast? Join Bruce, Lily, and Sunny on the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast as we kick off with our usual playful banter, including an amusing debate ove…

Are you guessing to try and predict seismic activity?  In this blast episode of the Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast,  we test our new microphone setup and dive straight into some light-hearted banter.  Li…