Best Chicken Care Tips Podcasts (2025)

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Chicken Care Through the Seasons: Heat, Cold & Weather Challenges on the Farm (Beginner Tips to Start a Flock in the Fall!) 20:29

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Starting a backyard flock this fall? Don’t stress — raising chickens through every season can be simple with the right tips! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we break down beginner-friendly strategies for keeping your hens healthy, happy, and laying eggs year-round. Learn how to: Keep chicks warm in the fall and winter without ove…

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Caring for Chickens in the Fall Months - Important Tips! 44:01

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I share tips about caring for chickens during the fall. We also chat about integrating young chickens and much more. Hope you love it! 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Ch…

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Episode 252 Marans Chickens / Bullies in the Flock / Apple Spice Cupcakes / Warmies 52:54

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the endlessly-popular chocolate egg layer - the Marans. In our main topic we answer questions about ways to manage bullies in your flock. We share our recipe for Apple Spice Cupcakes, and find some retail therapy with Warmies. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100…

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Homesteading Mom Life: Christian Faith and Backyard Chickens for Beginners 20:29

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Homesteading life as a mom is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also feel like a juggling act. Between a baby who won’t nap, remembering (or forgetting) to pray before the day starts, and trying to figure out when on earth you’ll have time to start that sourdough starter, life can get overwhelming fast. In this episode of Chickens and Farming M…

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Talking Chicken and Champion Cochins with Craig Hansen 28:18

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join us on the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we sit down with Craig Hansen, one of the most respected names in the Cochin world. From his start in 4-H projects to breeding award-winning varieties like Silver Laced and Buff Columbians, Craig shares his journey, breeding strategies, a…

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Faith That Stands Firm: Lessons from Charlie Kirk, Our Homestead, and Raising Godly Familie 14:34

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In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we pause to honor the life and bold witness of Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed on September 10, 2025, for openly proclaiming his love for Jesus. His courage and conviction remind us of the cost of discipleship and the call to live unashamed of the Gospel. As we reflect on Charlie’s sacrific…

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Episode 251 Scots Dumpy Chicken / Autumn on the Homestead with Fiona and Hugh of English Country Life / Apple Sausage Breakfast Bake / Wire Garden Cloches 58:20

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the adorable and surprisingly ancient Scots Dumpy chicken. Fiona and Hugh Osborne from English Country Life join us to talk about the changing seasons and the many fall tasks on the homestead. We share our recipe for an absolutely delicious Apple and Sausage Breakfast Bake, and throw in some retail therapy with …

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Christian Homestead Journey: Women and SAHM Tending Families & Farms (With Biblical Purpose) 13:30

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Have you ever wondered how tending your family and farm ties directly into God’s calling for women? In this episode of Christian Homestead Journey: SAHM & Women Tending Families and Farms with Biblical Purpose, we dive into powerful Bible stories that remind us of the importance of women’s role in nurturing their homes and how only God can bring th…

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From Poultry Nerd to Certified Judge: Keeping Chickens Safe & Healthy on the Farm 48:08

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we celebrate a big milestone—earning an American, Oriental, and Spanish Gamefowl Judging Certificate—and dive into essential farm wisdom every chicken keeper needs. From choosing the right judging regalia (coat, apron, or vest?) to …

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Backyard Chicken Beginners 2025 Is It Worth It? Costs, Coops, and Common Mistakes (Learn How to Avoid Them HERE!) 20:29

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Dreaming of gathering fresh eggs from your own backyard? 🥚 In this beginner-friendly episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, we dive into the trending question for 2025: Are backyard chickens really worth it for beginners? With more than 11 million U.S. households raising chickens and millions of chicks sold each year, backyard chicken keeping is …

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Episode 250 Leghorn Chicken / Chicken Skin and the Integumentary System / Apple Custard Bars / Fancy Paper Egg Cartons 46:36

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In this week's episode, we spotlight one of the most popular little chickens in the world - the Leghorn! For our main topic, we take an in-depth look at the chicken's skin and integumentary system, and how they work. This week's recipe is delicious Apple Custard Bars, and we share some retail therapy with fun and fancy paper egg cartons. Grubbly Fa…

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Our Biggest Beginner Homestead Fails (and the 4-Step Reset to Recover) 20:29

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Are you a beginner homesteader feeling overwhelmed by garden disasters, chicken chaos, or just not knowing where to start? You’re not alone—and in today’s episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing our biggest beginner homestead fails and the 4-step reset we use to recover, so you can avoid frustration and grow your homestead with confide…

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Chicken DNA Testing with Knights Poultry and Lab: Sexing, Genetics, and Breeding Insights 26:07

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Brittany from Knights Poultry and Lab in Mississippi to explore the fascinating world of chicken DNA testing. From sexing Silkies and Ameraucanas to identifying the blue egg gene, recessive white, chocolate, lavende…

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How to Start a Homestead as a SAHM: Beginner’s Guide to Chickens, Gardens, and Self-Sufficiency 20:29

22d ago20:29

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Ever wondered how to start a homestead as a complete beginner—especially if you’re balancing it all as a stay-at-home mom? In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I share not just the step-by-step basics of building your first homestead, but also my real-life stories—the highlights, the failures, the laughs, and the moments where God car…

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Episode 249 Silverudd's Blue Chicken / Tips for Molting Chickens / Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs / Suet Cakes 38:57

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the gorgeous green-egg laying Silverudd's Blue chicken. It's our annual molting episode and we share our best tips for getting your flock through it all. Our recipe for this week is a delicious Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs, and we get some retail therapy with suet cakes. Grubbly Farms - click here for our af…

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Which Breed of Chickens to Add to Your Homestead: My Top 4 Beginner-Friendly Choices for Starting Your First Flock 20:29

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Have you been wondering what are the best chicken breeds for beginners? Or maybe you’ve searched “best chickens for hot climates,” “cold-hardy chicken breeds for homesteads,” or “which chickens lay the most eggs for a backyard flock”? Friend, you’re in the right place! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my top 4 chicken …

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Assessing Your Chicken’s Health: Observations, Necropsy, and Breeding Insights 43:02

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we dive deep into how to assess your chicken’s health—from daily live observations to hands-on necropsy techniques. Carey and Jennifer share detailed notes from their flocks, including Orpington grow-out observations, line breeding …

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How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months 20:29

29d ago20:29

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Are you dreaming of building your own homestead from scratch, but overwhelmed by where to start? In this heartfelt and practical episode, “How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months”, I share an honest blueprint—from tiny backyard beginnings to a thriving, faith-filled, self-sufficient homestead. You'll get a…

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Episode 248 Old English Pheasant Fowl Chicken / Dr. Rebecca on Cancer in Chickens / 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies / Knitted Emotional Support Chickens 56:28

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the very rare, very old, and very beautiful Old English Pheasant Fowl chicken. Dr. Rebecca, our avian veterinarian, joins us to talk about cancer in chickens. We share our recipe for easy 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies, and find some retail therapy with knitted emotional support chickens. Grubbly Farms - click here…

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Mini-Farms & Micro-Homesteads: 3 Simple Tips to Get Started Anywhere 11:22

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Dreaming of starting a homestead but think you don’t have enough land? The truth is, you don’t need acres to live more self-sufficiently—you can begin right where you are! In this episode, I’ll share 3 simple tips to start your own mini-farm or micro-homestead—even if all you have is a backyard, a balcony, or just a few containers on the porch. We’…

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Next Level Nerds with Redmond Hills Farm: Chickens & Quail to profit 44:19

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! We’re back with another Next Level Nerds episode, and this one’s packed with real-world farming grit and laughs. 🐓🌱 Meet Bernadine & Ray from Redmond Hills Farm in Oregon. They’ve turned retirement into full-time farming—raising pasture-raised Cornish chickens, quail for eggs &…

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Episode 247 Rhode Island Red Chicken / Soil Testing for Poultry / Zucchini Black Walnut Cake / Chicken Alarm Clocks 52:07

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the most famous chicken in the world- the Rhode Island Red! We discuss the importance of soil testing before you build coops and runs or after if you're seeing symptoms of heavy metal poisoning. We share our recipe for delicious Zucchini Black Walnut Cake, and deliver some retail therapy with chicken alarm clock…

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Episode 246 Welsummer Chicken / Grubbly Farm's Sean Warner on 10 Years of Chicken Treats and More / Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans / Grubbly Farms Hemp Bedding 1:03:01

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In this week's episode we spotlight the chicken for everyone - the beautiful Welsummer! Sean Warner, co-founder of Grubbly Farms, joins us to talk about 10 years in the grub business, and how Grubblies strives to keep up with changes in chicken-keeping. We share our recipe for a delicious Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans, and de…

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All About Coccidiosis in Chickens PART TWO 51:26

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, Coccidiosis. Part Two is all about diagnosis and treatment. Hope you love it. 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here fo…

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How I Started Raising Chickens With No Experience: 3 Essential Tips for Beginners 20:29

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this episode, I share how I started raising chickens with no experience—and the 3 beginner-friendly tips that will help you avoid common mistakes, save money, and enjoy the journey from day one. Whether you live in the city, suburbs, or country, you’ll learn how to start a backyard chicken coop, choose the right breeds for your family, and create a…

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Choosing the Right Poultry Breeds for Self-Sufficiency: Heritage chicken vs. Cornish, Ducks, Quail & More 38:17

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Ever wondered which chicken, duck, or quail breed is best for your self-sufficient lifestyle? In this fun and informative episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer compare their two very different homesteads—one on multiple acres, one on a small plot—to show how …

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How to Start Raising Meat Chickens in Your Backyard: 5 Quick Tips for Beginners 20:29

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Thinking about raising meat chickens in your backyard but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I break down 5 quick, essential tips every beginner needs before getting started with meat birds. Whether you’re dreaming of fast-growing Cornish Cross chickens or the hardier Freedom Rangers, I’l…

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Small-Space Gardens & Composting: Beginner Homestead Tips for Every Mom 13:59

2M ago13:59

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Do you wish you could start a garden—but feel stuck with limited space, no time, and little experience? You're not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my best small-space gardening tips and composting hacks that any busy mom can do—no acreage required. Whether you’ve got a balcony, a backyard, or just a porch, this…

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Backyard Chickens on a Budget: How to Start Raising Chickens Without Breaking the Bank 38:44

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Thinking about raising chickens but overwhelmed by fancy coops and expensive setups? In this down-to-earth episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we go back to basics with practical, budget-friendly tips for beginners. From cardboard box brooders to free pallet coops, we share o…

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Turning Homesteading Into Your Job: Make a Living from the Land 20:29

2M ago20:29

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Are you dreaming of escaping the 9–5 and turning your homestead into a full-time income? In this episode, I share how I built a life and livelihood through chickens, gardens, value-added goods, and faith—no matter the size of your property. I’ll walk you through: Profitable homestead ideas, from backyard chicken eggs and chicken breeding to jams, s…

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Episode 245 Ancona Duck / Lisa Steele on Starting a Farm or Homestead / Sweet and Sour Fried Eggs / Chicken Coffee Table Books 49:48

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In this week's episode we spotlight the beautiful Ancona duck. Lisa Steele joins us to share her best tips for starting a farm or homestead. We share our recipe for sweet and sour fried eggs, and provide some retail therapy with chicken coffee table books. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100963304-…

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All About Coccidiosis in Chickens PART ONE 44:27

2M ago44:27

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, Coccidiosis. Part One is all about facts and prevention. Hope you love it. 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here for m…

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3 Simple Ways to Start Micro-Homesteading with Chickens (Even If You Have No Land!) 20:29

2M ago20:29

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Think you need acres of land to start your homestead? Think again! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, Tori Gass from Lost Sheep Farm breaks down how to start micro-homesteading with chickens and small-space gardening, even if you have no backyard or acreage. Learn which chicken breeds thrive in tiny spaces, discover space-saving coo…

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Indio Gigante Chickens: The Tallest Breed in the World with Whitney from Bissonnette Acres 42:06

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Whitney from Bissonnette Acres to talk about the Indio Gigante, a massive chicken breed developed in Brazil for meat production and now turning heads in the U.S. for its size, docility, and dinosaur-like appearance.…

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Starting a Neww Homestead: 3 Things I Would Do First if I Started Over 20:29

2M ago20:29

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If I had to start over from scratch—after all the messes, miracles, and muddy lessons—these are the three things I’d do differently when starting a homestead. Whether you’re dreaming of chickens and tomatoes or life just threw you a hard reset, this episode is full of real talk, practical tips, and God’s truth to guide you forward. I’m sharing how …

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Episode 244 Rose Comb Bantam Chicken / Deep Dive Into Dust Bathing / Savory Corn and Blue Cheese Scones / Dust Bathing Add-Ins 45:57

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny and beautiful Rose Comb Bantam. We take a deep dive into the world of dust bathing, why it's necessary and some recent research. This week's recipe is delicious savory scones with sweet corn and blue cheese, and we share some retail therapy with dust-bathing add-ins. Grubbly Farms - click here for our a…

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How to Prepare Your Family for Backyard Chickens: 3 Things to Do Before You Start 14:32

2M ago14:32

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Thinking about raising backyard chickens with your family, but not sure if everyone’s ready? In this episode, we’re talking about the 3 most important things to do before starting a flock, especially if you're raising chickens with kids or trying to convince your spouse to say yes. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to decide if chickens ar…

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Tiny But Mighty: Raising Button Quail for Fun, Breeding & Profit 36:09

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Discover the charming world of button quail! Jennifer shares her journey raising these tiny birds, tips on brooding, feeding, housing, and how custom nutrition boosted hatch rates. Whether you're breeding or keeping them as indoor pets, this episode covers it all. In this episo…

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Faith, Family, and Chickens: Building a Backyard Life That Honors God 15:58

2M ago15:58

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Are you dreaming of a backyard homestead that nurtures your family, grows your faith, and brings fresh eggs to your table? In this episode, we dive deep into how to build a faith-filled family farm life centered on God’s principles and simple, sustainable chicken keeping. Whether you’re new to backyard chickens or a seasoned homesteader, you’ll dis…

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Episode 243 Sussex Chicken / Nutrena's Mark Eggers on Protein Needs for Different Breeds / Quick and Easy Almond Cake / Xmas in July Chicken Ornaments 1:06:40

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In this week's episode, we spotlight one of the best all-around chicken breeds out there - the Sussex! Mark Eggers from Nutrena Feeds joins us for a great conversation about the protein needs of different chicken breeds. We share our recipe for Quick and Easy Almond Cake, and grab some retail therapy with Xmas in July ornaments. Grubbly Farms - cli…

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Backyard Chickens for the First Time: How I Started with No Experience (3 Tips + Bonus) 20:29

2M ago20:29

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Thinking about raising backyard chickens but have no idea where to start? You are not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing how I got started with raising chickens at home for the very first time—with zero experience—and I’m giving you the 3 most important tips for beginners, plus one powerful bonus step that will make your chicken-keeping journey ea…

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Important Tips for Chickens in Summer (It's HOT!) 48:05

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I discuss why your chickens might be losing feathers. Hope you love it. 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here for more…

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Rediscovering the Black Java Chicken: History, Homesteading, and Hope for a Critically Endangered Breed 33:14

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this fascinating episode of Poultry Nerds, Jennifer is joined by Jeanette from The Livestock Conservancy and Deborah from High Ground Farm to shine a spotlight on one of America’s rarest heritage chicken breeds — the Black Java. Thought to be nearly extinct, these beautiful …

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How to Start Raising Chickens: 5 Steps You Can Take Right Now 20:29

2M ago20:29

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How to Start Raising Chickens: 5 Steps You Can Take Right Now Are you ready to start raising chickens but not sure where to begin? In this no-fluff, faith-filled episode, we walk you through 5 simple steps to start your backyard chicken flock—even if you don’t have a coop yet! Whether you’re dreaming of fresh eggs, thinking about raising chickens f…

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Episode 242 Dominique Chicken / A Closer Look at the Chicken Eye / Brownies with Raspberry Cream and Ganache / Chicken Swimsuits 52:43

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In this week's episode, we spotlight America's first chicken breed - the beautiful Dominique. We take a closer look at the chicken eye and all of its amazing properties. This week's recipe is Brownies with Raspberry Cream and Ganache, and we find some retail therapy with chicken swimsuits. (For you, not your chickens!) Grubbly Farms - click here fo…

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Raising Chickens and Children: Building Bonds and Teaching Life Lessons Through Backyard Chores 25:10

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What if your chicken coop could become a classroom—and your backyard chores, a doorway to lifelong lessons? In this heartwarming and faith-rooted episode, we dive into the beauty of raising children and chickens side by side. From collecting eggs in mismatched rain boots to wrangling toddlers while hauling feed, we’re exploring how backyard farm li…

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Lighting, Molting & Egg Production: How Day Length Affects Your Chickens & Quail 35:47

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! What role does light play in your flock’s health, behavior, and egg production? In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we dig deep into how seasonal changes in daylight—like the summer solstice—affect your chickens and quail. From lighting tricks to manage molting, to us…

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Must-Have Supplies for Butchering Chickens at Home: Tools, Tips, and Setup You Actually Need 21:26

3M ago21:26

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Getting ready to butcher your own chickens at home? 🐔 This episode is your ultimate guide to the must-have tools and supplies for butchering chickens—perfect for beginners, backyard chicken keepers, and homesteaders alike. In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m breaking down every single tool you need to process meat chickens safely…

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Episode 241 Java Chicken / Broody Hens with Fiona / Mango Custard Ice Cream / Sun Shades and Blinds 59:44

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the critically endangered and absolutely wonderful Java chicken. Fiona joins us to talk all things Broody Hen, breaking through hatch. We share our recipe for delicious Mango Custard Ice Cream, and get some retail therapy with sun shades and blinds for your poultry runs. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affili…

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Why Are My Chickens Losing Feathers? 42:07

3M ago42:07

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I discuss why your chickens might be losing feathers. Hope you love it. 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here for more…