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Jennifer Bryant
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Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Merry Christmas from the Poultry Nerds | Gratitude, Growth & What’s Coming in 2026
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Merry Christmas from the hosts of the Poultry Nerds Podcast! In this special Christmas Day episode, Carrie and Jennifer take a moment to say thank you to the incredible listeners around the world who have supported the show over the past two years.What started as a simple weekly conversation about chickens, quail, turkeys, and poultry life has grown into a global community with over 50,000 downloads, educational courses, live events, and so much more. In...
2025-12-25
05 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 110 | Breaking the Cycle: Why Emotional Intelligence is the Most Important Leadership Skill You'll Ever Learn
Jennifer explores why emotional intelligence is the most critical leadership skill you'll ever develop as a mother. Drawing from corporate leadership research and personal experience, she reveals how your nervous system regulation directly impacts your children's brain development, health, and future relationships—and how breaking toxic patterns today creates a healthier legacy for generations to come. This episode is for every mama who's realized she's parenting differently than she was parented, who's seen her own reactive patterns show up with her kids, or who's ready to break cycles that no longer serve her family. You'll discover the th...
2025-12-23
43 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
What Happens To The Rest of The Bird?
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!What really happens to the rest of the bird after processing? In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer dive deep into nose-to-tail poultry utilization—breaking down how quail, chickens, turkeys, and even manure can be used with little to no waste.From feeding pigs and dogs, making dehydrated pet treats, bone broth, schmaltz, bone meal, compost, garden fertilizer, and even crafts and jewelry—this episode pulls back the curtain on sustainable, homestead-style poul...
2025-12-18
38 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 109 | When your kids want things you can't afford
In this essential holiday episode, Jennifer tackles one of the most stressful aspects of gift-giving season: how to respond when your children ask for expensive things you can't afford. Through practical strategies and compassionate insight, she reveals how these moments aren't really about the toys at all—they're about emotional regulation, parenting triggers, and teaching children resilience through discomfort. This episode is for every mama who's felt the weight of comparison when other families buy expensive gifts, who's struggled with guilt around saying no to her children, or who's wondered how to teach kids the value of mo...
2025-12-16
29 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
From backyard breeder to full time business, move your quail and chickens to the Next Level
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Christian from QuailOS joins Jennifer this week in a discussion about tracking chicken and quail expenses. In the next episode of our Business Episodes, Christian has been making quail a profession for 5 years! Now he is here to share his latest product that can help you move from backyard chicken keeper to business. From counting hatching eggs to printing shipping labels, this ap does it all. Find out more at QuailOS.comJoin Carey of Show Pro Farm Supp...
2025-12-11
44 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 108 | Your Worth Is Not Measured By Their Choices
In this transformative episode, Jennifer tackles one of motherhood's most persistent struggles: the tendency to tie our identity and worth to our children's choices. Through honest personal stories and powerful insights, she reveals how to break free from the outcomes trap, stop taking our kids' decisions personally, and embrace our calling to steward—not manufacture—the unique individuals entrusted to us. This episode is for every mama who worries about what others think when her child misbehaves, questions herself when her teenager pushes boundaries, or feels the weight of responsibility for every choice her children make. You'll disc...
2025-12-09
43 min
Podcasting Growth and SEO Strategies for Entrepreneurs | Podcasting Problem Solver
5 Podcast SEO Fixes for Discoverability w/ Jennifer Dent Brown - Live Coaching
If your podcast feels like it’s working against you instead of growing with you, this episode is going to land.In this live coaching session, I walk Jennifer Dent Brown (host of Stop Dieting Forever) through the exact shifts that make a show more discoverable and easier to run. We refine her positioning, strengthen her podcast SEO, update her keywords, and simplify her podcast workflow, so her content becomes easier for the right listeners to find.You'll hear the small strategy tweaks Jennifer made in real time... the same changes that can unlock growth fo...
2025-12-03
58 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 107 | Connect to Your Mom Leadership Style with Lisa Michelle Jones
In this conclusion to the three-part framework series, Jennifer welcomes back Lisa Michelle Jones to explore the third pillar: Calling. Moving beyond the pressure to "find your calling," this honest conversation reveals how your calling is already present in what you naturally love and do. Through vulnerable stories and practical wisdom, Jennifer and Lisa unpack how to recognize your inherent gifts, embrace your natural leadership style, and lead your family with freedom rather than formula. From childhood clues to present-day passions, discover how your calling isn't something distant to discover—it's already woven into who yo...
2025-12-02
55 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Progressive Pied Quail, Genetics, and Black Friday Deals
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey, Jennifer, and guest breeder Aaron Guidroz of Guidroz Family Farm as they dive into the genetics behind the Progressive Pied coturnix quail, how to breed for color and size, tips for brooding success, and upcoming Black Friday farm deals from ShowPro, Brian’s Roost, and Guidroz Family Farm. Perfect for poultry and quail enthusiasts!progressive pied quail, quail genetics, coturnix quail breeding, jumbo quail, quail co...
2025-11-27
36 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 106 | Putting On Confidence with Lisa Michelle Jones
Episode 106: Putting on Confidence Episode Description In this insightful conversation, Jennifer welcomes back Lisa Michelle Jones to explore the second pillar of the Enough Mom framework: confidence. Through powerful analogies and honest stories, they reveal how confidence is something you choose to put on daily—like getting dressed—rather than a mask you fake. From battling perfectionism to embracing freedom, this episode unpacks the real obstacles that keep moms from making confident decisions and offers practical steps to overcome them. This episode is for every mama who struggles with self-sabotage, constantly questions her parenting choices, or feels para...
2025-11-23
59 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
The Truth About Chicken Coops: Best Designs, Winter Prep & Why You NEED Multiple Pens
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Welcome back, Poultry Nerds! In this jam-packed episode, Carey and Jennifer dive deep into chicken coop design, comparing fixed coops vs. chicken tractors, winter preparation, predator management, bird density, and how chicken math ALWAYS wins.Whether you’re designing your first backyard coop or upgrading your serious breeding setup, this episode arms you with practical, real-world advice on:Choosing between tractors and stationary coopsWi...
2025-11-20
34 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Inside the Ohio National Poultry Show: Gossip, Gamefowl, Winners, Weird Birds & Behind-the-Scenes Stories
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Welcome back, Poultry Nerds! In this packed episode, Jennifer finally gets Carey to spill all the juicy details about his trip to the 2025 Ohio National Poultry Show — one of the largest, loudest, and most legendary poultry events in the country.Carey shares his full unfiltered experience: • Meeting fans and podcast listeners in person • 8,100 crowing birds under one roof • Anxiety, atmosphere, and the unbelievable energy • Gamefowl appearing at the show for the first time • The gorgeous bird...
2025-11-13
34 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 105 | Winning the Battle in Your Mind with Lisa Michelle Jones
Jennifer welcomes Lisa to explore the first pillar of the Enough Mom framework: courage. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, they reveal how true courage isn't about never feeling afraid—it's about taking daily steps forward even when life feels impossible. From Lisa's hilarious kayak race story to deep truths about thought patterns and identity, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for every mama battling lies in her own mind. This episode is for every mama who feels stuck, overwhelmed by negative self-talk, or paralyzed by limiting beliefs. You'll discover how to take your thoughts captive, re...
2025-11-11
1h 06
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
How to choose the Right Breeds & Breeder
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Have you ever wondered what chicken breed would be best for yourself? Or even considered ducks instead? Then how to find a breeder and what to ask them? We have you covered this week on the podcast. We created a checklist for you and then go thru it on some possible answers and the reasons why. We also published this one to Youtube to show you some items live from Bryant's Roost!Find the checklist on the website at PoultryNerdsPodcast.com
2025-11-06
36 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
How Farmers Manage It All: Time-Saving Systems for chickens, ducks, turkeys, quail, goats and pigs!
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Running a farm isn’t easy — especially when you’re balancing hundreds (or thousands) of birds, a full-time job, and family life. In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and the crew get real about how to manage your time, stay organized, and build systems that make poultry farming sustainable.From feeding routines and managing employees (or deciding to do it yourself), to hiring help for cleaning or landscaping — this episode breaks down what it...
2025-10-30
40 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 102 | Finding Courage in Motherhood
Through vulnerable storytelling about near-drowning experiences and parenting struggles, Jennifer reveals that courage isn't about being fearless—it's about having strength in the face of difficulty. She shares how moving from controlling, fear-based parenting to compassionate parenting required tremendous courage, and how you can take your own courageous steps forward. This episode is for every mama who feels like she's drowning, who's afraid of making the wrong choice, or who's carrying the full mental load alone. You'll learn the three things that make motherhood harder and the three courageous actions you can take today. TIMESTAMPS...
2025-10-21
25 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
From Coop to Cash Flow
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this episode, co-hosts Jennifer Bryant and Carey Blackmon take a deep dive into how a backyard poultry hobby can evolve into a profitable venture. They share their own stories of transitioning from keeping a few birds “for fun” to managing a business built on eggs, quality genetics, specialty supplies, and savvy marketing.You’ll hear:Their personal journey from raising Orpingtons, ducks, quail, and turkeys to having paying customers. Challenges of selling “eating eggs” vs. hatching eggs and setting cle...
2025-10-15
39 min
Enough Mom Podcast
Eps 101 | Courage to be Confident in Your Calling
Welcome back to The Enough Mom Podcast! In this heartfelt relaunch episode, host Jennifer Bryant opens up about her journey from the Practical Family Podcast to creating a space dedicated to supporting mothers' mental and emotional health. After a three-year hiatus, Jennifer returns with a powerful message: you are enough, exactly as you are. She shares vulnerable insights about parenting teenagers, navigating life with an ADHD brain, and the importance of doing things imperfectly rather than waiting for everything to be "just right." This episode sets the tone for a podcast that prioritizes grace, authenticity, and simple...
2025-10-14
11 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Chicken Watering Systems
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Today we talk about water quality and how it affects chickens plus ways to set up a water system to reduce labor. Carey is much more innovative than Jennifer and her buckets.Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly) to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days IncubationMAsterclass.com is an...
2025-10-09
40 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Inside the Poultry Nerds... From Chickens to Masterclasses!
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Meet the real people behind the Poultry Nerds Podcast! In this candid, behind-the-scenes episode, Carey and Jennifer interview each other—how Show Pro Farm Supply started, how Bryant’s Roost grew from six dozen quail eggs, what it takes to run a poultry brand and a podcast, and why evidence-based nutrition and incubation matter.We also announce IncubationMasterclass.com—our brand-new, step-by-step Quail Incubation Masterclass (Chicken class next!). Intro price: $17 for lifetime access with printa...
2025-09-25
35 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Assessing Your Chicken’s Health: Observations, Necropsy, and Breeding Insights
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 practices, and surprising behavior differences when young cockerels are raised with mature roosters.We also cover:What to look for in combs, wattles, eyes, and feathersHow to check chickens for mites, lice, and scal...
2025-08-28
43 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Choosing the Right Poultry Breeds for Self-Sufficiency: Heritage chicken vs. Cornish, Ducks, Quail & More
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 anyone can start raising poultry, no matter the space.We dive into heritage breeds like Orpingtons and American Bresse, fast-growing Cornish Cross, ducks for natural pest control, and quail for small-space egg and meat prod...
2025-08-14
38 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Tiny But Mighty: Raising Button Quail for Fun, Breeding & Profit
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 episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer dive into the care, breeding, and quirks of button quail. Learn how to brood them successfully, avoid feed pitfalls, and why these micro quail are becoming trendy indoor companions. A m...
2025-07-24
36 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Rediscovering the Black Java Chicken: History, Homesteading, and Hope for a Critically Endangered Breed
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 long-backed birds boast rich green iridescent plumage, gentle temperaments, and deep historical roots dating back to the early 1800s.Deborah shares her firsthand experience raising Java chickens since 1999 and explains why they’re perfec...
2025-07-17
33 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Lighting, Molting & Egg Production: How Day Length Affects Your Chickens & Quail
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 using LED and rope lights for consistent laying, we share expert tips for lighting routines in brooders, barns, and breeder pens.Join Carey and Jennifer as they discuss the science behind light spectrums (blue v...
2025-07-10
36 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Rainbow Egg Genetics 101: Breeding Olive Eggers, Marans & More with Mojo Homestead
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this egg-citing episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer are joined by Nolie from Mojo Homestead Official to crack open the colorful world of rainbow egg genetics. From breeding true blue egg layers like Ameraucanas to creating Olive Eggers with rich, speckled shells, this episode dives deep into the science, myths, and breeding strategies behind green, pink, mauve, and even “dirty river water” eggs.Whether you're just starting out or refining a multi-generational olive egger line, you'll lear...
2025-07-03
47 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Next Level Nerds: From Backyard Birds to Full-Blown Farm Biz
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!What starts with a few backyard chickens can spiral into a full-scale farming operation before you even know what hit you. In this kickoff episode of Next Level Nerds: From Hobby to Hustle, hosts Jennifer and Carey get real about how they each went from “just a few birds” to running multi-layered ag businesses — from breeding, shipping, and selling hatching eggs to creating feed brands, running delivery routes, and launching podcasts.If you’ve ever wondered how to offset your feed bil...
2025-06-05
37 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Chicken Math & Show Secrets with The Gypsy Hen – Behind the Scenes of Poultry Exhibition
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we're joined by Jessica from The Gypsy Hen, a passionate poultry breeder with over 300 birds, including Americanas, Silkies, Morans, Cochins, and more! We dive into what it’s like managing over 30 breeding pens, navigating poultry shows, using incubators like the GQF Sportsman 1502, and preparing for exhibition season. Jessica shares real talk about chicken math, double mating for patterned varieties like Silver Duckwing Americanas, and tips for first-time poultry exhibitors. Whether you're showing backyard birds or...
2025-05-22
28 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Summertime Hatching Hacks: Mastering Humidity & Avoiding Incubator Fails
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!Join Carey and Jennifer in this lively episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast as they crack open the secrets to successful summertime hatching! Discover essential tips on humidity control, preventing common incubator mistakes, and the hilarious realities of poultry parenting. From handling incubator maintenance (without breaking the bank) to navigating humidity spikes, this episode equips you with practical solutions to improve your hatch rates. Plus, enjoy some entertaining "egg-ventures" and cautionary tales from the world of poultry social media. Tune in for...
2025-05-15
41 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Welsh Harlequins Uncovered: Breeding, Color Phases, and Mentorship with Tyrel
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of Welsh Harlequin ducks with returning guest Tyrel, a seasoned breeder and duck enthusiast. 🦆 From the breed's unique Tennessee import history to the auto-sexing traits, color phase differences (silver vs. gold), and the nuances of eclipse vs. nuptial plumage, this episode is packed with insight for both beginners and serious waterfowl breeders.Tyrell shares stor...
2025-05-08
32 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
What the Crap Is Wrong With My Chicken? Jeff Mattocks Talks Poop, Feed & Mycotoxins
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!💩 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 likeSigns of m...
2025-05-01
50 min
Conversations about backyard chickens, quail and turkeys with a side of humor
Cracking the Secrets of the 2025 Pips n Chicks Virtual Show with Breanna Patz
send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!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 he...
2025-04-28
28 min