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The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

Bruce

126 episodes

2 days ago

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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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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Science Fiction

Episodes (20/126)

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

2 weeks ago

57 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

4 weeks ago

45 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

1 month ago

1 hour 10 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

1 month ago

55 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

1 month ago

42 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

2 months ago

42 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

2 months ago

20 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

2 months ago

22 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

"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 ...

3 months ago

53 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

3 months ago

30 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

3 months ago

50 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

3 months ago

1 hour

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

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...

3 months ago

39 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

Earthquakes Across Time: Tracking Seismic Patterns from 1999 to 2025

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny explore historical earthquake data across three different time periods while discussing the limitations of AI chatbots and current weather conditions. They analyze seven-day earthquake reports from 1999, 2019, and 2025, revealing surprising patterns in global seismic activity. • Comparison of current southern Illinois weather (81°F with 78% humidity) with Phoenix, Arizona (95°F with only 14% humidity) • Critical discussion of A...

4 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

It Starts With Us: Quacking Back

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny record a heartfelt episode during Father's Day weekend 2025, exploring current events, weather patterns, and their detailed earthquake tracking system while emphasizing the importance of compassion in troubled times. • Recording from their Midwest studio in Southern Illinois on Father's Day weekend • Discussion of Flag Day history (US flag adopted June 14, 1777) and its connection to the U.S. Army birthday • Weather update comp...

4 months ago

55 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

When Root Beer Is The Only Answer: A Sunday in Southern Illinois

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny explore earthquake data spanning six years and make a surprising discovery that challenges common assumptions about increasing seismic activity. They introduce a new downloadable tracking tool for listeners who want to follow along with their research. • New Harry Potter TV series cast has been announced with filming to begin this summer • SpaceX's ninth Starship test flight ended in failure, crashing into the Indian Ocean afte...

4 months ago

56 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

The Earth Is Shaking: A Memorial Day Weekend Special

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny explore earthquake patterns and volcanic prophecies during this Memorial Day weekend episode. They analyze seismic data revealing an uptick in global activity with 1,983 earthquakes recorded in the past seven days. • Weekly earthquake report showing consistent pattern endings in "3" (1923, 1953, 1983) • Discussion of major earthquakes (6.0+) in Greece, Papua New Guinea, and near McGuire Island • Exploration of prophecies regard...

5 months ago

56 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

Duck Tales: When Radio Waves Go Haywire

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Bruce and Sunny celebrate Mother's Day while diving into weather forecasts, earthquake trends, and mysterious atmospheric signal patterns detected by a SID receiver. • Weather comparison between Southern Illinois (56°F, 71% humidity) and Phoenix, Arizona (61°F, 17% humidity) • Full moon expected tonight with moonrise at 7:22 pm • Earthquake report shows 1,923 total earthquakes this week, up from 1,774 last week • Only one major earthquake (6.0...

5 months ago

30 minutes

The Ugly Quacking Duck Podcast

The Duck Chronicles: Weather, Earthquakes, and Star Wars

Click Here,Text Us,Get a Shout-Out next episode. Welcome to Episode 107 of The Ugly Quacking Duck, where we proudly embrace our status as "the worst podcast in the known universe"—because once you're the worst, you can only get better! This Star Wars Day special brings you Bruce and Sunny's unique perspective on everything from local weather patterns to global seismic activity. We kick off with our signature weather comparison between rainy Southern Illinois and sunny Phoenix, Arizona—a star...

6 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes