Racing Pigeon Podcast

Season1 episode 43: In the second episode of our breeding series Michael and Kevin discuss necessary record keeping during breeding season, and then we discuss nest bowls and nest materials you should (and should not) use.

In season 1 episode 42, Michael and Kevin decide to make a Breeding 101 series. Join us as we begin the journey into breeding season. This episode covers when to start breeding and how to prepare your breeders for the upcoming season.

In season 1 episode 41, Michael and Kevin answer a listeners questions about selecting breeders for the upcoming year. The they take a look at the new USA OLR Tracker! Finally they briefly look at the redesigned RPAuctions homepage.

In season 1 episode 40, we welcome Michael Shirley as our new co-host. We catch up with his career as an educator and talk about how he uses racing pigeons in his school (and how it can potentially grow the hobby). Then we theorize what might be leading to the large losses we are seeing around the country both in OLRs and in club racing.

In season 1 episode 39, Kevin discuss how to train your young birds after the race season starts and then we review some recent OLR results.

David and Kevin finish up the genetics series by examining the 'genetics vs management' argument. We also muse about some loose ends that we uncovered during the series. Link to Thanksgiving Auction Breeder Donation Form - https://form.jotform.com/262443632022043Global Pigeon Network - https://globalpigeonnetwork.com

In episode I am joined by David Stephenson, John Marles, and Dr. Tom Bishop and we discuss performance genetics! If you do not know what that is, well grab your pen and paper because you are about to go school! Dr Tom has provided us with the following links for you to do more research on this topic; https://doi.org/10.2141/jpsa.0130237 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0195121 https://doi.org/...

In this episode we discuss handling (physical traits). Do they matter and can you genetically 'create' them? Guests include John Marles, Lolo Ramirez, and in the second segment Yoannys Sainz.

This episode discusses the genetics of color in racing pigeons. How many colors can they come in, listen and learn! David and I are joined by a special guest Chris Boucher from North Lights Loft. Resources:Chris's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/chris.northern.lightsDavid's page for recessive opals: https://kastleloft.com/blog/2018/03/11/recessive-opal-racing-pigeon-collection/Univ...

In this episode David and I continue our discussion of genetics. Our topics today involve 'Advice for Beginners' and 'Strategies for Selecting Breeders'.

David and Kevin begin the genetics series. We discuss why you should care about genetics and then discuss breeding strategies when it comes to genetics.

Kevin and Wes discuss what's happening with one loft races right now and then David and Kevin discuss tools and apps that will be helpful as your train and race your pigeons.

On Season 1 Episode 31, Cody Holden from Purgrain feed company discusses flying pigeons in Pennsylvania and feeding pigeon. He also shares some exciting new products from Purgrain! Email Cody here - cholden@albrightsmill.net Purgrain Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590588213078Purgrain website - https://www.purgrain.com/

On Season 1 Episode 30, Dennis Branham joins Kevin to discuss and remember Larry Mitchell (Questar Loft). Larry's Obituary - https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/riverton-ut/larry-mitchell-12963893?utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawTeo9RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSzrYt801AlJLYEhVNKWzPPYPQTypO9j3OYUGQRE5948SEao03m6dXunEaG0_aem_Qeog5nzqZmDJOOq_qBMllwVideo...

Kevin visits with Frank Johnson & Tung Nguyen to discuss old bird racing!

On episode 28 of season 1 , Kevin talks about July in the Loft and what to expect. We also premiere Global Pigeon Network, a social network just for the hobby.globalpigeonnetwork.com

Season 1 episode 27, Kevin spends time with Sam Younan of the Younan Family Loft.

In Season 1 Episode 26, Kevin catches up with Daniel Feltenstein from Laser Loft in MN. https://laserloftpigeons.weebly.com/

On today's episode, Kevin talks with Frank Bellinger about getting started in the hobby. NYP Lofts - https://www.facebook.com/nyp.lofts

Kevin walks us through the best time to buy pigeons. Dr. Tim breaks down the info on internal parasites.

Kevin talks with Thomas Basher from the California Pigeon Derbyhttps://californiapigeonderby.com/californiapigeonderby.com

Kevin talks about his summer routine in the loft. He also discussed what ot expect the night before a race.

On this episode, Dr. Tim is back talking about external parasites and we answer some email from listeners.

Kevin interviews David Stephenson of Kastle Loft.www. KastleLoft.comInstagram - @thepigeonphotographerSupplements - www.kastlepigeon.com

Kevin talks with Dr. Tim, our expert veterinarian, about Respiratory Health. Kevin updates us on his current races.