Poultry Nerds Podcast
Jennifer Bryant of Bryant's Roost and Carey Blackmon of Double R Farms are thrilled to be your guides into the fascinating world of small flock poultry keeping. What's "Poultry Nerds" all about? Well, if you've ever found yourself gazing into the coop, wondering how to raise the healthiest, happiest, and highest-quality birds possible, this podcast is your golden egg. Whether you're a seasoned chicken keeper or just dipping your toes into the world of small flocks, Poultry Nerds is here for you. Join us as we delve into the covey of quail, flock of turkeys, the show cage or discussing self...
What the Crap Is Wrong With My Chicken? Jeff Mattocks Talks Poop, Feed & Mycotoxins
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💩 Welcome to the Poultry Nerds Podcast — where no question is too weird and no topic too gross to cover… especially when it comes to poop!
In this explosively informative episode, we're joined by the legendary Jeff Mattocks, poultry nutrition expert and feed formulator, to answer the #1 mystery in backyard poultry: "What the crap is wrong with my bird?"
Jeff breaks down:
What normal vs. abnormal chicken manure looks likeSigns of mycotoxins in poultry feed and droppingsThe truth about wet f...Cracking the Secrets of the 2025 Pips n Chicks Virtual Show with Breanna Patz
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Join us for an exciting episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we dive deep into the highlights and behind-the-scenes secrets of the 2025 Pips n Chicks Virtual Poultry Show with special guest Breanna Patz. Discover insider tips on winning poultry competitions, understand judging criteria, and learn how to prepare your flock for virtual shows. Whether you’re an experienced breeder or new to poultry competitions, this episode is packed with expert advice, practical insights, and fun poultry show stories that will help you elevate your birds to champion status!
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Master Exhibitor Tyrel Thurston Talks Saxony Ducks, Waterfowl Breeding & Show Secrets
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In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we welcome a passionate and knowledgeable guest — Tyrel Thurston — for his first-ever podcast appearance! Based in Montana and soon relocating to Wisconsin, Tyrel is a Master Exhibitor with the APA and ABA, known for his dedication to quality waterfowl and poultry breeding.
We dive deep into:
The Saxony duck breed — history, temperament, egg production, and show potentialWhat makes Saxony ducks the quadruple threat: egg layers, meat birds, beautiful for exhibition, and pet-worthy personalitiesTyrell's thoughts on line breeding, outcro...Ameraucana vs Easter Egger: Splash Color Genetics, Melanin, and Wing Banding Deep Dive – w/ Gina from Wrather Farms
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Welcome back to the Poultry Nerds Podcast! In this episode, we're joined again by Gina from Wrather Farms as we dive deep into the genetics, color varieties, and mislabeling surrounding the Splash Ameraucana. What's the difference between a true Ameraucana vs. Easter Egger? We break it all down – from melanin expression, APA standards, and blue egg genetics to leg color, pea combs, and the reality of chick color at hatch.
You'll also learn the truth about breeding Splash to...
From Backyard Chickens to Black Mottled Brahmas: Bronwen Brune w/Queen B Farm Poultry Journey
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Join us on the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we sit down with Bronwen Brune w/Queen B Farm in Missouri to discuss her incredible journey from accidental backyard chicken keeper to dedicated breeder of Black Mottled Brahmas. Bronwyn shares her experiences, from dealing with aggressive roosters to mastering complex poultry genetics to create a new, stunning variety. Learn about chicken math, breeding strategies, genetics of mottled feathers, overcoming common poultry challenges, and the reality of creating show-quality birds from scratch. Perfect for both backyard enthusiasts and serious breeders aiming for poultry excellence!
<...Bird Flu & Backyard Flocks: What Every Poultry Nerd Needs to Know (with Dr. Teresa Morishita)
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Everything You Need to Know About Bird Flu in Backyard Chickens 🐔 | Poultry Nerds Podcast w/ Dr. Teresa Morishita
In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Teresa Morishita, a poultry veterinarian and professor of poultry medicine and food safety, to answer all your burning questions about avian influenza (H5N1) and how it affects backyard poultry flocks.
👉 What is bird flu and how does it spread?
👉 Can humans catch bird flu from chickens?
👉 What are the sympto...
Poultry Terminology 101: What’s a Pullet, a Cockerel & Why Grit Isn’t Just a Southern Thing
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Welcome to another cluckin’ awesome episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast! 🐣
In this fun, info-packed session, hosts Carrie and Jennifer break down essential poultry terminology every chicken keeper, breeder, and backyard enthusiast should know. Whether you're raising Coturnix quail, managing laying hens, or wondering what the heck a "pullet" really is—this episode is for you!
✅ Learn the difference between a chick, pullet, and hen
✅ What does "straight run" REALLY mean?
✅ When to use grit vs oyster shell
✅ Why calling birds...
Mastering Poultry Breeding: Creating Your Own Strain with Kenny Troiano
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In this episode of The Poultry Nerds Podcast, we welcome expert breeder and poultry genetics specialist Kenny Troiano to explore the process of breeding and developing your own strain. If you’ve ever wanted to establish a flock that is uniquely yours—consistent in type, performance, and quality—this episode is a must-listen!
We discuss the fundamentals of selective breeding, linebreeding, culling, and maintaining genetic purity, along with common mistakes breeders make and how to avoid them. Kenny shares his years of experience in helping poultry enthusiasts develop birds that can be pas...
Hen or Rooster? How to Tell the Difference!
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🐔 Is your chicken a hen or a rooster? In this episode, we break down the key differences between a hen and a rooster, covering everything from physical characteristics to behavior and crowing. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced poultry keeper, this guide will help you determine if your bird is a rooster or a hen!
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How to tell if a chicken is a hen or a roosterDifference between hen and roosterDo roosters lay eggs?How to i...From Quail to Emu: Exploring the World of Poultry with Alexandra Doss
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🎙 Quail & Homesteading Insights with Stellar Game Birds 🐔🌿
In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Alexandra Doss of Stellar Game Birds to talk all things poultry, homesteading, and resilient breeding. From her early days sneaking a quail chick into her apartment to becoming a USDA-certified transporter and author, Alexandra shares her journey of building a sustainable, diversified farm in Florida.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How Alexandra got started in poultry farming & game bird bre...
