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The Ugly Quacking Duck
Bruce
132 episodes
5 days ago
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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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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Science Fiction
Kids & Family,
Fiction,
Leisure,
Hobbies
Episodes (20/132)
The Ugly Quacking Duck
Last Penny Sale & Earthquake Summary
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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1 week ago
45 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Please Verify You’re 18, And Also Your Soul
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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1 week ago
32 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Two DAWs Walk Into A Studio And A Cat Interrupts
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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2 weeks ago
46 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Thanksgiving, Giving Thanks And Singing AI
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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4 weeks ago
45 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Who Decides What You’re Allowed To Hear
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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1 month ago
1 hour 4 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Dropping Like Flies
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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1 month ago
35 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
How Much Tech Is Too Much Tech
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 comparis...
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2 months ago
57 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Retro Camera, Dodo Bird, and an AI Actress
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 throw...
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2 months ago
45 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
The Quacking Truth: Freedom, Faith, and Farce
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 distincti...
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2 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
When Bad News Strikes, How Do We Respond?
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 characte...
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3 months ago
55 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Is Sunny Gunning For Top Spot?
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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...
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3 months ago
42 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
I Enjoy Scifi!
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 foundation...
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3 months ago
31 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Watching Us From Above?
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 bet...
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3 months ago
42 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
The World Is Falling For It, Me Not So Much
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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...
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4 months ago
20 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Robot Bunnies, Radioactive Rhinos, Just Weird
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 b...
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4 months ago
22 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
"Bruce broke the AI", Smirked Sunny
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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 ...
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4 months ago
53 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
We Checked Time's Best 100 Podcasts and We Are Not On It ;)
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. 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...
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5 months ago
30 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Lily's Back With Mouse Ears and A New Phone
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce, Sunny, and returning co-host Lily discuss the latest earthquake data and Lily's recent Disney World adventure, highlighting concerning patterns in seismic activity. • Weekly earthquake report shows 2,418 total earthquakes with eight major (6.0+) events • Russia experienced a cluster of high-magnitude earthquakes including a rare 7.4 • Historical comparison suggests possible seven-year earthquake cycles, potentially making 2026 high-risk...
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5 months ago
50 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
When Nature Speaks: Are We Listening?
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast provides a lighthearted escape from negative news while tracking important environmental patterns through their earthquake and weather monitoring system. • Bruce shares updates on new audio Monster cables and a Fethead mic preamp • Discussion of severe weather patterns including floods in China, New York, Texas, and Mexico • Space weather report highlighting solar flares and their potential impacts on Earth • Det...
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5 months ago
1 hour

The Ugly Quacking Duck
Natural Pesticides, Earthquake Patterns, and America's Independence Day
Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny discuss earthquake patterns and natural pesticide alternatives while celebrating July 4th weekend from their Midwest studio. • Seven-day earthquake report shows surprising results with 2018-2019 having much higher earthquake activity than 2025 • Updated PDF tracking sheet now available on the website's support page with improved organization and percentage tracking • European pesticide ban aims to reduce chemicals by 50% by 203...
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5 months ago
39 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck
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...