Eggcellent Adventures with Reec Swiney

Reec satellites into Minnesota to talk with Taylor (@ChakraChickens) host of the Un-Cooped Podcast and homesteader / egg farmer. Taylor sheds light on his collection of breath taking chickens, peacocks, Guineafowl, goats, horses and even snakes! He and his wife share a variety of critters. Taylor is also very knowledgeable on hatching. We get some pro tips on hatching, raising peacocks, advice on types of chickens for your personality and how chicken math turned 10 baby chicks into over 80 birds!

12-17

25:10

Heath, owner of City Chick. City chick was once a chicken coop & chicken rental company for urban residents with chicken dreams, that weren't 100% ready to commit to the backyard farmer lifestyle. Now his company has grown into a chicken nutrition and educational company with an amazing social media following. Reec and Heath share stories, knowledge and hilarious chicken drama!

12-16

32:24

We dive into winter prep for your backyard flock. Especially for those who are dealing with their first winter! Winter prep-      Water very important-      Heated dishes-      Buckets-      Heated hoseFood-      Ample feed-      Switch from layer feed if they are all in molt-      Corn will help heat bodies upMOST chickes are built for cold-      Desiger breeds can get frost bite on those big head feathers (polish and bantams)-      SAY NO TO HEAT LAMPSo Dusto Featherso Jumpy birdscan all cause fires!!!-      IF you just MUST use heat, use a heat plate NOT A HOT PLATE THAT YOU COOK ON -      A heat plate that you would use for a brooder box, Cozy Chick makes one

11-19

12:59

This urban farmer hailing from Virginia has found peace and new beginnings through her journey into the world of farming. Shai shares her story of surviving abuse and how getting back to the basics has been healing and helpful for PTSD. She's gone from city girl, to a full fledged farmer who's entire family is getting in the dirt and may be making a huge move soon! 

11-06

27:50

Whitney started to "grow a couple of things" in an attempt to start eating healthier...Fast forward few months, this Urban farmer has landed her family on some acreage, started a full fledge vegetable, herb garden, is raising rabbits, goats, chickens and has her sights set on transforming everyone she touches into self sufficient growers too! 

10-29

35:44

What happens when you mix a house of cats, dozens of chickens and a super cool homesteading plant momma.... a very popular social media presence for one! Cats and Clucker's front woman, Sarah, joins Reec to talk about her journey into cat woman turned chicken tender. They chop it up about gardening and how a change in scenery led her to a life changing decision that has created a natural stress relieving journey.  

09-25

32:40

Fueled by the memory of promises unfulfilled, this black family's decision to purchase over 40 acres of land is a deliberate effort to take back a portion of the freedom that was once pledged – 40 acres and a mule. Now he's sharing all of the knowledge he's acquired, from purchasing land for  cheap, manufactured homes, water systems, gardening, farming and more!  

09-17

23:57

Wondering if you’ve got a hen or a rooster? 🐔 Join Reec and Purina’s poultry eggspert Dr. Biggs as we crack 🐣 the code on chicken gender! 🥚🐓

09-03

05:23

Chickens, ducks, homeschooling and cook books! Check out the story behind this 1st generation homestead. The ups, downs and everything in between! Check out the conversation between these social media chicken buddies. 

08-27

46:17

Dr. Laura Catena is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, a Pet Age 2021 Women of Influence Award Recipient, and an Ambassador for Animal Health & Wellness. She is also the Founder & President of The Armor Hand Glove. A tool that has revolutionized safety for animal handlers, doctors and care takers! Check out how her horrifying experince tuned into an idea that has changed lives for the better. 

08-20

35:23

This 1st gen, hobby farm in Ontario Canada joins Eggcellent Adventures to share their incredible journey that includes hatchlings, pigs, and a little dog too! Their acreage is an amazing sight to see. We talk about predator proofing, raising pigs and how the homestead brought the family closer. 

08-13

43:18

We invited Blackyard Chicken'z Super fan, Brandon Braam, to joins us all the way from B.C. Canada to talk about his journey into the world of backyard chickens!  He gave us insight on how it is to raise chickens in Canada, the mental health benefits and how it's brought his family closer. 

08-06

33:26

Better Flock is changing the thoughts behind chicken hydration! Their product dou that they dub "Poultries Power Couple" is AN All-natural drinking water duo, each curated with premium specialty ingredients to support health challenges or egg production. Better Flock Founders, a sister duo, come from a family who is no stranger to poultry health. Their father was a pioneer in the feild as well. Hear the story behind Better Flock, the vision for success and why they are making so much headway. More information at: www.betterflock.com

07-30

50:28

Amanda of Peony Puff Silkies is a chicken breeder specializing in "Silkies". The breed stole her heart and now she has hundreds of birds in her award winning breeding program. Take a listen as she gives insight on breeding, genetics, shipping, marketing strategies and more! Her energy was as amazing as the interview itself. Here's another Eggcellent Adventure! 

Natural Born Tillers is an Edible Landscaping Company in Atlanta, GA. The founder, Corey, shared is dynamic story of how he hiked from Maine to Georgia, worked on several farms and agricultural opportunities and is currently beautifying corporate spaces with edible gardens and educating along the way.