Wild Turkey Science
Wild Turkey Science is a science-based podcast bringing you the latest research on wild turkey ecology and management. This podcast is part of the Natural Resources University podcast network and made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow.
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It’s not just turkeys | #135
06/09/2025
It’s not just turkeys | #135
In this episode, we explore the findings of a recent state of the bird report, highlighting the interconnectedness and decline of species across ecosystems. Resources: We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Illumination in the Flatwoods (Lashley edition) | #134
06/02/2025
Illumination in the Flatwoods (Lashley edition) | #134
In this episode, Marcus shares insights from his personal experience being imprinted upon by a brood of turkey poults. Join as he shares details of the imprinting process, critical factors affecting the survival and growth of poults, rapid behavioral changes as they grow, what has surprised him the most so far, and more. Check out the footage in this episode's YouTube video: We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Fire, predators, & nesting success…oh my! | #133
05/26/2025
Fire, predators, & nesting success…oh my! | #133
In this episode, we walk through Will’s new publication researching the effects of prescribed fire on artificial wild turkey nest survival. Join as we dive into the complexities of nest predation, the impact of fire management on nesting success, the relationship between canopy cover and fire, limitations of study designs, and more. Resources: We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Status of Rios, Merriam’s, & Easterns in OK | #132
05/19/2025
Status of Rios, Merriam’s, & Easterns in OK | #132
Today we’re talking turkeys in Oklahoma with Marcus Thibodeau and Eric Suttles, wild turkey biologists for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Join as they disclose the status of subspecies across the state, harvest rates, seasons dates, habitat challenges across the state, successful and unsuccessful restocking efforts, on-going research, assistance for landowners, and more. Resources: We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. Marcus Thibodeau Eric Suttles Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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A poult’s life | #131
05/12/2025
A poult’s life | #131
Dr. Kelly O’Neil breaks down details of our latest research project focused on poult behavior and development. Join as she walks us step-by-step through a poult’s life - from egg collection to incubation, hatching, imprinting, and development until flight. We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Online Wild Turkey Training | #130
05/05/2025
Online Wild Turkey Training | #130
We’ve launched a comprehensive online wild turkey course featuring experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. This course is intended to be comprehensive, leading you through advanced concepts in habitat management, predator management, disease, and overall population management. We made the course online so you can take it on your own time, at your own pace, wherever you are! Enroll Now: https://tinyurl.com/WildTurkeyManager Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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FL Wild Turkey Cost-Share program | #129
04/28/2025
FL Wild Turkey Cost-Share program | #129
Today, we are covering the Florida Wild Turkey Cost-Share program. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, Forest Service, and National Wild Turkey Federation have teamed up to put millions into improving turkey habitat on over one million acres of public hunting ground in the state. Resources: New, comprehensive online wild turkey course launching - Juliana Ofalt () Ricky Lackey () Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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How many gobblers should I hear? | #128
04/21/2025
How many gobblers should I hear? | #128
Join us by the campfire as we swap hunting stories from this year’s season - discussing hunting strategy, gear reliability, density index for gobbling activity, and reflecting upon what it means to make the most of a close call. New, comprehensive online wild turkey course launching - Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Decoy use in turkey hunting | #127
04/14/2025
Decoy use in turkey hunting | #127
In this episode, we dive into the controversies and complexities of decoy use while turkey hunting. Join as we discuss the biological implications of using decoys, trends in decoy adoption among hunters, the relationship between decoy usage and hunter success, preliminary results from Will’s study, and more. Resources: New, comprehensive online wild turkey course launching - Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Status of wild turkeys and research in NC | #126
04/07/2025
Status of wild turkeys and research in NC | #126
Over 700 birds studied, 400 nesting attempts monitored, 100 broods followed, and in collaboration with over 250 landowners…all on private lands?! In today’s episode, we are joined by Hannah Plumpton and Chris Kreh, Upland Game Bird Biologist and Assistant Chief for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. They disclose preliminary results from their massive statewide turkey research project across North Carolina, and share trends across harvest, population, nesting success, survival rates, and policy regulations. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Hannah Plumpton () Chris Kreh () Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Home ranges of gobblers | #125
03/31/2025
Home ranges of gobblers | #125
How much area are these gobblers using? What does the literature say? Join us as we dive into the published science on home ranges for each subspecies and share preliminary results from our research tracking Osceola movement. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , Want to help support the podcast? Our friends at have an option to donate directly to Wild Turkey Science at checkout. Thank you in advance for your support! - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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What would Lovett do? | #124
03/24/2025
What would Lovett do? | #124
Welp, he would sit in the blind for hours on end next to a nesting hen to collect intricate details about her every move and behavior. Listen in as we cover all aspects of his pioneering nest behavior work. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Where do turkeys roost? | #123
03/17/2025
Where do turkeys roost? | #123
Will leads us on another deep dive, this time focused on roosting behavior. Join as we journey through the available literature on roost site habitat preferences, roosting behavior, factors influencing roost site selection, roosting patterns, roost site fidelity, and the impact of habitat quality on their movements. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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How habitat helps turkeys: we did the math | #122
03/10/2025
How habitat helps turkeys: we did the math | #122
Will walks us through a thought experiment, pulling from his Wild Turkey Management Academy presentation, to portray the magnitude effect that quality habitat has on gobbler populations. Join us for napkin math as we break down the numbers on how comprehensive habitat quality affects nesting success, brood survival, and wild turkey populations. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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What does nesting cover look like? | #121
03/03/2025
What does nesting cover look like? | #121
Strap in for another research review as we dive into scientific studies assessing characteristics of effective nesting sites. We discuss the critical aspects of nesting cover for wild turkeys, the dilemma of habitat preference versus availability, and the implications of these factors on turkey population success. Resources: Get your tickets now! Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Fire timing and turkeys ft. Dr. Craig Harper | #120
02/24/2025
Fire timing and turkeys ft. Dr. Craig Harper | #120
Dr. Craig Harper re-joins the podcast to share preliminary results from his on-going research comparing dormant, early-, mid-, and late-growing season fire treatments and assessing their effects on plant communities and wildlife, including turkeys and deer. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Craig Harper , Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF Game Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Citizen science for turkeys | #119
02/17/2025
Citizen science for turkeys | #119
Dr. Corey Callaghan, Assistant Professor of Wild Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida, joins us to discuss the dynamics of citizen science and how data collected by bird watchers and turkey hunters can contribute to wildlife research. Be sure to download the eBird app in the show notes below to help us double the turkey observations this season! Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Corey Callaghan , Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Status of the wild turkey in MD | #118
02/10/2025
Status of the wild turkey in MD | #118
Bob Long, Wild Turkey and Upland Game Bird Project Manager for the Maryland DNR, joins us to share insights on the state’s turkey populations, historical trends, current challenges, and details on their on-going comprehensive, multi-state wide turkey research project. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Bob Long, Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Status of the wild turkey in GA | #117
02/03/2025
Status of the wild turkey in GA | #117
Emily Rushton, Turkey Program Coordinator for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, joins us to discuss the current status of turkey populations in the state, as well as trends in hunting and harvest data. Resources: (fill out after each hunt) (record all turkey observations, with or without poults, in June, July, and August) Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Emily Rushton Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Are you a turkey advocate? | #116
01/27/2025
Are you a turkey advocate? | #116
In this episode, we discuss the importance of turkey advocacy and conservation efforts within the hunting community. Join as we explore the various actions that you can take to support wild turkey populations, resources for hands-on training and workshops, and the importance of engaging with the next generation to ensure the future of the wild turkey. Resources: (March 8, 2025) Upcoming Learn & Burns: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Lighting the spark: Everything you need to know to start burning | #115
01/20/2025
Lighting the spark: Everything you need to know to start burning | #115
John Gruchy re-joins the podcast to break down the steps and requirements you need to get fire on your property. We discuss the essential equipment needed, legal liability considerations, resources and financial support available, tips for success, and why burning is imperative for the wild turkey. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! John Gruchy Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Listener questions | #114
01/13/2025
Listener questions | #114
In this episode, we answer your questions. Join as we discuss the ecological impacts of hurricanes on turkeys survival rates and nesting success, ideal fire return intervals for nesting cover, the impacts of deer on vegetation and how this affects turkey populations, the importance of fire timing in habitat dynamics, and the challenges of recruiting young hunters into the turkey hunting culture. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Reflections & Ambitions: Big ideas for turkey science | #113
01/06/2025
Reflections & Ambitions: Big ideas for turkey science | #113
In this episode, we reflect upon our experiences and insights from 2024. We share our top episodes, theme highlights, the emergence of new research in turkey science, and our ambitious wild turkey goals for 2025. We’re calling on audience engagement to help shape future content! Let us know what you want to hear and how you want to engage with us by emailing . Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Managing for gobbling habitat | #112
12/30/2024
Managing for gobbling habitat | #112
We continue the gobbling activity conversation as Will walks us through the available research on the complex dynamics between habitat management, gobbling activity, and the overall health of turkey populations. We explore the significance of early successional cover, the impact of vegetation composition on gobbling rates, the challenges of researching gobbling, and our upcoming research that can help address some of these questions. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this episode, we recommend listening to Episode 111 before returning to this episode. @davidfolker5850 please email to claim your signed potcall! Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Where my gobbles at? | #111
12/23/2024
Where my gobbles at? | #111
Grab a notepad and pen, because today we’re diving into the complex factors influencing gobbling activity. In this Part 1 segment, Will walks us through the available literature on the seasonal patterns of gobbling, the relationship between gobbling activity and reproduction, the influence of weather and environmental conditions, the impact of hunting pressure, and more. Stay tuned for Part 2, releasing next Monday. @davidfolker5850 please email to claim your signed potcall! Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Population Ecology for Dummies | #110
12/16/2024
Population Ecology for Dummies | #110
Dr. Colter Chitwood is back on to break down the unique population dynamics of the wild turkey. Join as we explore which vital rates are significant to turkey population trajectories, impacts of boom bust cycles on reproductive success, the interplay between reproductive parameters and hen survival, why high reproduction rates may not compensate for low hen survival, what this all means for wild turkey management. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Colter Chitwood , Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Remembering the passenger pigeon | #109
12/09/2024
Remembering the passenger pigeon | #109
By popular demand, we sit down to explore the significance and functional role of the passenger pigeon. Join as we dive into the available literature on the history and ecological importance of passenger pigeons, learning how they shaped ecosystems and oak forest dynamics, how these historical disturbances can give insight into our management practices today, what this means for turkeys, and more. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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Turkeys in Kentucky | #108
12/02/2024
Turkeys in Kentucky | #108
We are joined by Zak Danks, Wild Turkey & Ruffed Grouse Program Coordinator for the state of Kentucky, to discuss the state’s wild turkey status. Join as he walks us through restoration effort history, harvest rate trends, ongoing research (including unpublished poult-per -hen data), impacts of cicada hatches, habitat challenges, season structures, and more. Resources: Zak Danks , , , Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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If you own land, cost shares are available to you | #107
11/25/2024
If you own land, cost shares are available to you | #107
Today we are joined by Nick Thomas and Weston Thompson from Steward Link, a consultation company focused on helping landowners gain access to USDA conservation programs. Join as they breakdown the application process, eligibility requirements, available financial assistance, regional differences, common barriers to entry, complexities of government contracts, and much more. If you’re a landowner, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Resources: Phone: 662-535-0233 , , Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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The American Chestnut: Restoring ecological function | #106
11/18/2024
The American Chestnut: Restoring ecological function | #106
In this episode, we delve into the ecological significance of the American chestnut tree with Sara Fitzsimmons, Chief Conservation Officer for The American Chestnut Foundation. Join as we explore its history, ecological importance, challenges faced due to habitat change and disease, on-going conservation efforts, and how you can get involved in its ecological restoration. Resources: Donate to wild turkey research: , Do you have a topic you’d like us to cover? or send us an email at ! Sara Fitzsimmons , Dr. Marcus Lashley , Dr. Will Gulsby , Turkeys for Tomorrow UF DEER Lab , - Thank you! Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount at by using the code ‘TurkeyScience’ at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to . Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak
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