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All About Pigeons

Word On The Wire Productions

The only podcast that covers all aspects of the pigeon fancy, whether racing, high flyer, showing, rollers, pigeons as pets etc... Many topics are covered such as health, nutrition, competition, breeding and much more. We do interviews with leaders in the pigeon fancy and beyond answering questions from the listeners.

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141. A New Flyer’s Journey Into the Pigeon Hobby

All About Pigeons ·

2026/05/27

In this episode of the All About Pigeons Podcast, Phillip sits down with Joshua Toy, a brand new pigeon flyer doing something truly unique: keeping and flying pigeons from a rooftop loft in Philadelphia.Joshua shares the challenges of getting started in the hobby without club connections, building and rebuilding rooftop lofts, dealing with predators in the city, harsh winter weather, breeding issues, and learning through trial and error. From homing pigeons to Archangels and Old German Owls, this

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00:14:02

Word On the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/05/20

This week on Word on the Wire we take a trip all across the pigeon hobby covering upcoming shows, swaps, auctions, lawn shows, race results, and community events happening from coast to coast. We spend some time spotlighting PigeonPalooza 2026 in Snowflake, Arizona, including the growing excitement around the cooing contest, specialty breed participation, food trucks, raffles, and the overall vision behind building a true community centered pigeon event. We also discuss several major upcoming club

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00:38:12

140. Pigeon Policies with Bill Weima

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2026/05/13

Returning guest Bill Weima joins the All About Pigeons Podcast for an important discussion about pigeon policies, bylaws, and regulations affecting pigeon fanciers across North America.Bill shares his firsthand experience dealing with municipal enforcement in Ontario, Canada, where local officials attempted to classify racing pigeons as livestock under zoning regulations. We discuss how these policies impact the hobby, why pigeon keepers need to stay informed, and the importance of education,

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02:51:35

139. All Things Pigeons Compilation

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2026/05/06

This episode is a compilation of conversations that explore different sides of the pigeon hobby.Some of these topics do not fit neatly into one category, but they all connect back to the bigger picture of what makes pigeons and the people involved with them so interesting.From history, to science, to important discussions that affect pigeon keepers everywhere, this episode embraces what All About Pigeons has always been about: all things pigeons.To support the podcast and the nonprofit behind it,

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00:31:18

138. Inside the Bloodlines: Gene Giegoldt and the...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/04/29

In this episode, I sit down with Gene Giegoldt, the NBRC’s Band Secretary and Pedigree Historian. He has spent a lifetime collecting breeding records, tracking bloodlines, and preserving a piece of roller history that most people never get to see.We talk about how he got started, what those old school breeders were really like, and how things have changed over the years. Along the way, Gene shares stories from decades in the hobby and gives a real look at what pedigrees mean and why they still

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00:32:17

136. A New Voice in the Hobby "The Racing Pigeon...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/04/22

In this episode I sit down with Kevin Miller from the Racing Pigeon Podcast and get into how his journey in birds led him straight into pigeon racing and eventually into podcasting. Kevin started out raising parrots and running a full-scale bird business before stepping away and later finding his way into racing pigeons.We talk about what it was like getting started in the hobby, learning from top flyers, and how quickly things can take off when you find the right mentors. Kevin shares how the idea

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00:34:23

135. How to Start or Revive a Pigeon Club with Justin...

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2026/04/15

In this episode of the All About Pigeons podcast, we sit down with Justin Thompson, president of the Electric City Pigeon Racing Club in Montana, to talk about what it really takes to bring a pigeon club back to life.Justin walks through how he rebuilt a club that had been inactive for over 20 years, starting with just a handful of local flyers and growing it into an active racing group. From tracking down pigeon keepers one by one, to fundraising, organizing meetings, and getting set up with the

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00:24:51

Word on the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/04/08

New episode of Word on the Wire is out now.This one is packed. We’re bringing you full show results across multiple breeds and sections, including Clean Leg, Muff, Swallow, Archangel, and Pouter classes, along with standout wins and Best of Breed champions from top exhibitors. On the race side, we’ve got strong competition from Arizona, California, Mississippi, and beyond, with tight velocities and solid performances across multiple combines and zones. If you’re into the numbers, the birds, and the

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00:39:17

134. AI in the Pigeon Hobby with Michel Shirley

All About Pigeons ·

2026/04/01

In this episode of the All About Pigeons podcast, host Phillip Fry sits down with Michael Shirley, club secretary of the Nashville Racing Pigeon Club, to talk about something that is quickly making its way into the pigeon world. Artificial intelligence.From record keeping and breeding decisions to race planning and club administration, Michael shares real hands-on ways he is already using AI in his own loft and within his club. This is not theory. This is practical use that is saving time and

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00:26:59

133. Chinese Owls with Dick Holmberg

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2026/03/25

In this episode of the All About Pigeons podcast, host Phillip Fry sits down with Dick Holmberg to talk all about the Chinese Owl pigeon. Dick has been involved with the breed for decades, serves in multiple roles with the National Chinese Owl Club, heads up the judging program, and has earned multiple Master Breeder Lifetime Achievement Awards.They get into how Dick first got started in pigeons, what drew him to Chinese Owls, and what makes this breed so unique. He shares the surprising history

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00:20:03

Word On the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/03/18

In this Word on the Wire episode, we are bringing you updates from across the pigeon hobby.We start with results from the National Pigeon Association Grand National, highlighting top birds and exhibitors across multiple breeds. From there, we move into race results from Puerto Rico, Utah, and California, with strong competition and impressive velocities coming in.We also go through a full lineup of upcoming shows, auctions, and events happening around the country, giving you plenty of opportunities

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00:30:08

132. Gary Romig: The Artist Behind the NPA Book of...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/03/11

What does it take to illustrate the perfect pigeon?In this episode of the All About Pigeons Podcast, I sit down with pigeon artist Gary Romig, the illustrator behind many of the breed drawings featured in the National Pigeon Association Book of Standards.Gary shares how he first fell in love with pigeons as a teenager, how that passion turned into a lifetime of illustrating birds, and what goes into creating the “ideal” version of a breed for judges and breeders to study.We talk about the process

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00:30:59

131. Building the Future of Pigeon Racing with Youth...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/03/04

How do you introduce a new generation to pigeon racing?In this episode of the All About Pigeons podcast, Phillip Fry sits down with Mike Netzky to talk about how he built a youth pigeon racing program through 4-H in northern Michigan. What started as a childhood fascination with pigeons eventually turned into a club with more than fifty young participants learning how to care for, train, and race homing pigeons.Mike explains how he launched the program from scratch, how loaner lofts and starter

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00:14:45

Word On the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/02/25

Breeding season is here, and you can feel it in lofts everywhere. In this episode of Word on the Wire, we talk about what this time of year means for pigeon flyers and breeders, then jump into the latest race results, including the Silver Spring 160 and the Culebra race.We also run through what’s coming up around the hobby, from shows and club events to one loft races, and highlight champions from the National Pigeon Association 2025 Grand National.If you’re into racing, breeding, or showing

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00:27:15

130. The Damascene Pigeon: History, Color, and...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/02/18

In this episode of All About Pigeons, Phillip sits down with Master Breeder and exhibitor Cadin Jaessing to take a deep dive into the Damascene pigeon. We talk about what drew Cadin to the breed, the possible origins of the Damascene name, and how these birds evolved from flying flocks overseas into a refined show breed. Cadin breaks down accepted colors and patterns, common faults, and how the Damascene is judged in the showroom, along with practical loft management, breeding, molt changes, and

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00:37:22

129. Racing Pigeon Club Revival with Janet Dame

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2026/02/11

Racing pigeon clubs across the U.S. are shrinking, but they don’t have to disappear. In this episode, Phillip talks with Janet Dame of the Columbus Racing Pigeon Club (Columbus, Georgia) about what’s driving the decline (aging membership, cost, public misconceptions, tech distractions, HOAs) and what can actually help bring clubs back.We also dig into practical, sometimes controversial topics: why “routine antibiotics” can backfire, why quarantine matters (especially for one loft race birds), and

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00:08:53

Word on the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/02/04

In this episode of The Word on the Wire, we run through the latest news, show results, upcoming events, and important updates from across the pigeon hobby. If you want a quick, honest rundown of what’s happening in the pigeon community, this one’s for you.Hashtags:#AllAboutPigeons #TheWordOnTheWire #PigeonPodcast #PigeonFancy #PigeonCommunity #PigeonShow #PigeonLife #Aviculture #BirdHobby #PigeonNewswww.pigeonpod.com

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00:20:50

128. A New Pigeon Magazine is Coming: Meet Emily Isom...

All About Pigeons ·

2026/01/28

A new pigeon magazine is on the way, and it is being created by fanciers for fanciers.In this episode of the All About Pigeons podcast, I sit down with Emily Isom, the creator of The Coo Magazine, a new print publication focused on reconnecting the pigeon community, preserving knowledge, and making the hobby more visible to people outside the traditional pigeon world. Emily shares her lifelong background with pigeons, what inspired her to bring a magazine back to the hobby, and how The Coo aims to

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00:11:12

Word On the Wire

All About Pigeons ·

2026/01/21

In this episode, we cover results from the 2025 National Birmingham Roller Club National Championship Fly, multiple old bird racing results from Florida, California, and Texas, and champion breed winners from the 2025 National Pigeon Association Grand National Show.We also break down a full list of upcoming pigeon shows across the United States and internationally, including the NPA Grand National in Oklahoma City (where the All About Pigeons podcast will have a table), regional all breed shows, and

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00:27:39

127. Seraphim Breed with David Coster

All About Pigeons ·

2026/01/14

In this breed-specific episode of the All About Pigeons Podcast, we explore the remarkable Seraphim pigeon with special guest David Coster.David shares the fascinating origin of the breed, developed by artist and breeder Anne (Anya) Ellis, and explains the unique genetics that cause Seraphim pigeons to molt from patterned juvenile colors into stunning pure white adults. We dive into the history, genetics, structure, and selective breeding that shaped this rare modern breed.This episode also covers

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