Best Heritage Breeds Podcasts (2025)

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Native Breed Series: Native Irish Honey Bee 10:37

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Native Breed Series – The Irish Honeybee “If the bee disappeared off the face of the Earth, man would only have four years left to live.” Ireland’s dark honeybee, Apis mellifera mellifera, has been part of this island’s story for 5,000 years: shaping laws, folklore, farming, and faith — before disease, imports, and neglect nearly erased it. This we…

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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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Content, Clout & Cannabis Culture: Adam Ill’s Journey Through Social Media, Marketing & Authenticity 1:35:23

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I would like to thank Adam for today's conversation. Today's conversation includes these talking points: Introduction and Cannabis Journey Adam Ill introduces himself as a long-time cannabis advocate and content creator, tracing his roots back to his early podcasting days in 2009. He reflects on his experiences in cannabis culture and how he has bu…

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From Stand-Up to Self-Discovery: Grambo on Comedy, Cannabis, Fatherhood & Mental Health 1:18:03

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Disclaimer: Our content is for educational, documentary, scientific and artistic purposes. This channel and the content we produce is meant for adults 18+ We do not sell, promote or condone the sale or use of illegal goods or services. I would like to thank @GRAMBOGROWS from @DudeGrows for today's conversation. Today's conversation includes these t…

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Ep256 - Evolution of a Strain - Connecting Evolutionary Biology to Selective Breeding 1:33:46

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In this continuation of our series The 12 Key Challenges in Breeding and Creating a Strain, Episode 150 dives deep into the complexities of establishing a true, purebred strain—examining the connection and similarities between evolutionary biology and selective breeding practices. Breeders striving for perfection face a wide range of challenges, fr…

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Episode 15: French Cattle. American Truth. with Scott Fredrickson & Matt Henley 1:07:11

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Episode 15: French Cattle. American Truth. with Scott Fredrickson & Matt Henley When two cattlemen from opposite corners of the country—Scott Fredrickson in Montana and Matt Henley in North Carolina—land on the same obscure French cattle line without ever comparing notes, it raises eyebrows. But when those cattle quietly outperform mainstream genet…

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In Your Nature Ep 61 - Return to Nature Clare Church Biodiversity Project 46:37

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Send us a text In Your Nature returns with a heartening new episode exploring the Return to Nature Clare Church Biodiversity Project, a community-driven initiative transforming churchyards into havens for wildlife and reflection. Ricky is joined by Barry O’Loughlin, Biodiversity Officer with Clare County Council, to discuss the origins of the proje…

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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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Native Breed Series: The Old Irish Goat 12:11

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🐐 Native Breed Series – The Old Irish Goat “The goat was the poor man’s cow.” This week, we’re telling the story of Ireland’s only native goat — a five-thousand-year survivor that gave milk to the poor, parchment to monks, and placenames to our maps, before almost vanishing in the 20th century. Join me, Liam Blake, as I trace its journey from Neoli…

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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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Episode 255: The Key Challenges When Breeding and Creating a Strain 1:37:59

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In Episode 255 of the Bred to Perfection Podcast, host Kenny Troiano of the Breeders Academy—joined by co-host Frank Bradley and Nancy Troiano—talk about the most common and critical challenges breeders face when developing a pure strain of chickens or gamefowl. Whether you're starting with hybrid stock or looking to refine an existing bloodline, t…

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Heritage, High Times & Healing: Danny Danko’s Cannabis Journey | Underground Roots to Industry Icon 1:15:59

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I would like to thank Danny Danko for today's conversation. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dannydankoht/ Today's conversation includes these talking points: Danny's Early Life and Cannabis Introduction Danny Danko recounts his early years growing up in the United States after immigrating from Russia. He became involved with cannabis as a tee…

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Ep 234 Yarn Farm Kingston: The Days of Wine and Knitting 14:15

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We search for peace in this chaotic month, and find it in a little shop in Kingston, New York. The Yarn Farm is made those who like the company of kindred spirits to ply their craft, sure. It’s also great for those who might want to stop for a quick skein or an artsy crafty yarn-ish item, as well. But for those of us who might find Zen in an adult …

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In Your Nature Ep 60 - Dark Skies 45:15

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Send us a text In Your Nature returns with a luminous new episode exploring the theme of Dark Skies, featuring a guest interview with Kerem Asfuroglu of Dark Source (lighting design consultancy) and Dark Skies Ireland. As artificial light increasingly disrupts ecosystems and obscures our view of the stars, this episode sheds light on the growing mo…

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

13d ago36:09

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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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Native Breed Series: The Galway Sheep 10:19

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The Galway Sheep: Ireland’s Last Native Breed Long before the Galway Sheep was entered into rare breed registries, it was a backbone of Connacht’s rural economy. Developed from local stock and English Leicesters under landlord supervision, the breed flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries — before near-extinction after the Famine. In this deeply …

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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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Ep254 - Breeding Practices Simplified 1:28:19

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Mastering Breeding: Genetics, Selection, and the Path to Purity Welcome to Episode 254 of Bred to Perfection, brought to you by the Maximus Troy Publications Broadcasting Network! Join host Kenny Troiano, founder of The Breeders Academy, alongside Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley, for a deep dive into the science and strategy of breeding. Whether yo…

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Episode 14: Timeless Cattle in a Trend Driven World with Mark DeBoo 56:12

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Episode 14: Timeless Cattle in a Trend-Driven World with Mark DeBoo "Cattle have to earn their keep." That straightforward philosophy has guided three generations of the DeBoo family at Diamond D Angus in Montana, were function trumps fads and longevity reigns supreme. Mark DeBoo joins us to share how his family's no-nonsense approach to cattle bre…

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In Your Nature Ep 59 - Breeding Waders EIP 1:04:35

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Send us a text In Your Nature is back for a new season and this time we welcome Owen Murphy, Senior Project Manager with the Breeding Waders EIP, to discuss the ambitious and urgent work being done to conserve Ireland’s most threatened ground-nesting birds. With populations of species like the Curlew, Lapwing, and Redshank in steep decline, the Bre…

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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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Native Breed Series — The Kerry Bog Pony 10:50

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When we think of the great animals of Irish history, our minds might turn to the elegant Connemara pony, the noble Irish wolfhound, or perhaps even the mythic Cú Chulainn’s steed, Liath Macha — the famed grey horse of the Táin Bó Cúailnge, or The Cattle Raid of Cooley, one of the central epics of early Irish literature. But for over two centuries, …

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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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Ep253 - The Dark Side of Chicken Breeding: Essential Insights for New Breeders 1:34:44

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Breeding isn’t just about producing beautiful birds—it’s a long-term, science-driven commitment that demands grit, knowledge, and emotional resilience. In Episode 253, host Kenny Troiano is joined by Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley to shine a light on the often-ignored realities of chicken and gamefowl breeding. This episode takes a no-nonsense loo…

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

27d ago35:47

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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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Native Breed Series: The Irish Cob – Ireland’s Quiet Workhorse 12:04

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“The history of the horse is the history of human civilisation.” – Prof. James Serpell. For over 200 years, the Irish Cob was the quiet, tireless heart of rural Ireland. It pulled carts, carried families to Mass, and survived famine, poverty, and prejudice. This is the story of the horse that built Ireland from the ground up — and the people who ke…

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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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Fan Favorite Episode - Breeding, Feeding and Improving your Strain 1:17:51

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Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Frank Bradley – as they talk about the Breeding and Feeding of our fowl, as well as other issues that affect our fowl. In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we answered questions from the live show. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episod…

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Episode 13: Sell Truth, Not Hype with John Atkinson 59:58

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Episode 13: Sell Truth, Not Hype with John Atkinson A candid conversation with Australian cattleman John Atkinson reveals profound insights about the cattle industry's struggle with honesty, fertility, and sustainable breeding practices. Since our last conversation, John's operation has secured a milestone export deal to Africa, not through slick m…

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Born in stone-walled farms and raised in the fields of rural Ireland, the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier was never a showpiece. It was a worker. A ratter. A guardian. A poacher’s shadow. A child’s companion. This week, on the History and Heritage Podcast, we trace the story of Ireland’s golden-coated farm dog—from nameless “yellow fellas” in 18th-cent…

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