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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 like
• Signs of mycotoxins in poultry feed and droppings
• The truth about wet feed, fermentation, and feed spoilage
• How to recognize Clostridium, coccidiosis, and nutritional imbalances
• Why apple cider vinegar is not the enemy
• The power of Redmond Conditioner and natural mycotoxin binders
• Secrets to interpreting color, texture, and smell of poultry poop
• Why poop tells the story of your flock’s health

We also laugh through talk of pigs, turkeys, ducks, and why raising poultry is just like raising kids — only more rewarding.

📌 Whether you're a backyard poultry keeper, show bird enthusiast, or just curious about what your chicken’s poop is telling you — this is one you do not want to miss.

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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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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 potential
• What makes Saxony ducks the quadruple threat: egg layers, meat birds, beautiful for exhibition, and pet-worthy personalities
• Tyrell's thoughts on line breeding, outcrossing, and how he’s increasing size and quality in his flock
• Incubation tips and hatch rates (including a 204/209 duckling hatch rate success!)
• His waterfowl breeding projects, including Black East Indies, Welsh Harlequins, and Gray Rowans
• How he balances full-time concrete work, poultry breeding, and national shows

Tyrell shares stories from the road, earning exhibitor awards, and practical advice on raising ducks successfully — whether you’re breeding for show, utility, or backyard pets.

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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 Splash, the genetic pyramid behind feather coloring, and whether or not those "chipmunk stripe" chicks are really what the hatchery says they are.

Plus — we nerd out on wing banding techniques, color dilution, and using spreadsheets to track flock data like pros. If you're working with Ameraucana chickens, curious about color genetics, or just trying to avoid getting sold an “Americana” imposter, this one’s for you.

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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!

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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 symptoms of avian influenza in chickens?
👉 How can you protect your flock with biosecurity?
👉 Do backyard flocks really get infected — and what happens if they do?
👉 Is a vaccine coming?

This deep-dive is packed with valuable tips for chicken keepers, homesteaders, exhibition breeders, and anyone who loves their birds. 🐣💛

🔬 Featuring real science, real talk, and a lot of nerdy chicken goodness.
🧠 Learn how to build a flock health plan, spot symptoms early, and why “they’re dead” might be the first sign of something serious.

📍 Guest: Dr. Theresa Morishita, DVM – Professor at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine
🎙️ Hosts: Your favorite Poultry Nerds

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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 “born” might ruffle feathers
✅ And why chicken wire won’t save your flock from raccoons!

Plus, the hilarious moment when they realized they forgot to hit record for 15 minutes! 🤦‍♀️

👉 Don’t miss the laughs and the lessons. Subscribe, like, and share to help others get nerdy about poultry!

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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 passed down for generations. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced breeder, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you take your flock to the next level.

Tune in now and start building your legacy in poultry breeding!

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