The Ugly Quacking Duck

Send us Fan Mail 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 weat...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 immedia...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 p...

Send us Fan Mail 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 alie...

Send us Fan Mail 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 add...

Send us Fan Mail 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. • Te...

Send us Fan Mail 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&apo...

Send us Fan Mail 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 pos...

Send us Fan Mail 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 high...

Send us Fan Mail 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 tra...

Send us Fan Mail 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,...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Stars...

Send us Fan Mail 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, Pa...

Send us Fan Mail 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 earthquake...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail We're broadcasting live from our southern Illinois studio with our signature blend of weather reports, earthquake statistics, and delightfully chaotic conversation! As storm clouds gather overhead, we compare our local weather (76 degrees with 67% humidity) with Phoenix, Arizona, and discover some surprising similarities between the Midwest and the desert Southwest. The conve...

Send us Fan Mail Bruce and Sunny experiment with Instagram Live while delivering their signature blend of local weather reports, earthquake updates, and pop culture commentary, culminating in a thoughtful Easter reflection. • Broadcasting live from Southern Illinois with a new video setup on Instagram • Comparing weather between Mount Vernon (53°F) and Phoenix (100°F) • Weekly earthquake report sh...

Send us Fan Mail Bruce and Sunny deliver real-time updates on severe storms sweeping across the Midwest while tracking global earthquake trends that signal unusual seismic activity patterns. • Severe weather affecting multiple states with tornado activity in Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, and Kentucky • Ryan Hall You All YouTube channel recommended for live storm tracking with professional meteorologi...

Send us Fan Mail Bruce and Sunny (who has mysteriously morphed from a duck to a frog) cover local weather conditions, earthquake updates, and fascinating science facts while sharing personal insights and spiritual reflections. • Current weather in Southern Illinois: 80 degrees with concerning winds (25-35 mph) compared to Phoenix's similar temperature but lower humidity • Earthquake activity...

Send us Fan Mail 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. • Weekly earthquake report shows a decrease to 1942 total earthquakes worldwide, with Sonny correctly predicting the drop • Detailed weather alert for Southern Illinois residents about se...