Roovolution Podcast

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This series of discussions will dive into critical questions few in the community are asking, challenge common assumptions, and encourage a more insightful and rational approach to training and care. It’s our sincere hope that our investigation into these topics can provide you with the information you need to succeed with your boys, and to develop an amazing relationship with your flock guardian. Whether you’re new to chickens or an experienced keeper, we hope you’ll join us as we cut through the noise and get to the bottom of what it takes to raise a trustworthy and affectionate rooster.

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Episode 10 - Putting It All Together

Nov 16 2023 70 mins

This week, we're connecting all the subjects we've discussed so far, and discussing how implementation of the strategies we've laid out looks in action. This will be our final "deep-dive" episode of Season 1, but keep an eye on the channel. While we fall back and plot our course for Season 2, we'll be putting out some short "tid-bit" episodes th

Episode 09 - Perspective-Based Problem Solving

Nov 09 2023 61 mins

Non-violent methods for modifying behavior might seem like they pose no risk of damaging trust or worsening problems, but quite a few come with their own dangers and drawbacks. This week, we're highlighting some popular "gentle" solutions to undesirable behavior that are far less innocent than they appear. We'll examine the hidden issues with those approaches, and

Episode 08 - Fights In The Flock, Where To Draw The Line?

Nov 08 2023 61 mins

In this episode we'll be discussing how to tell the difference between acceptable and dangerous conflict within the flock, and how to respond to each kind. We'll also provide some tips for minimizing stress and hostility when integrating new birds. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean&qu

Episode 07 - Building Bridges To Change Minds

Oct 19 2023 46 mins

Have you ever tried to share helpful advice, or encourage greater compassion within the chicken community, only to be met with defensiveness and ridicule? Last week, we talked about why good help is so hard to find online, this week we're focusing on why it's so hard to share. Humans and roosters "attack" for very similar reasons, and it just so happens that the s

Episode 06 - Navigating The "Information Minefield"

Oct 12 2023 69 mins

We all know you can't trust everything you read online, and this is especially true when it comes to information on chicken care. This week we're exploring why good help is so hard to find and sharing helpful strategies that can be used to avoid falling victim to harmful or inaccurate advice. Crazy Chicken People Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/5laTSp1hQutCw2JWvzRW

Episode 05 - How to Tame a Rooster (or ANY Animal)

Oct 05 2023 62 mins

Foundational philosophy and methodology behind taming a rooster. . .even the bitey-kickey ones. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving relationship with your littl

Episode 04 - Speaking "Rooster"

Sep 28 2023 74 mins

Begin to learn the language your rooster is using to communicate with you. . . and how you can communicate effectively to them. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a lovi

Episode 03 - Rooster Superpowers!

Sep 21 2023 48 mins

Roosters are capable of some pretty amazing things! Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving relationship with your little yard dinosaur!Check out some of these resou

Episode 02 - Pet or Livestock? The Dangers of Labels

Sep 14 2023 47 mins

Is it better (for us OR for the chicken) to view chickens as pets or livestock? And what can we learn from each perspective. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving

Episode 01 - Respect and Expectations

Sep 14 2023 69 mins

What does 'respect' really mean to you, and what does it look like for a rooster? By re-examining the meaning of respect, and adjusting our expectations for our rooster AND for ourselves, we open ourselves up to a chicken-keeping experience that most would think is impossible. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that s