{"podcast":{"title":"Bred to Perfection","slug":"bred-to-perfection-92813","podcast_index_feed_id":92813,"rss_url":"https://bredtoperfection.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://www.breedersacademy.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/9/4/c/a/94ca25840bf4078fd959afa2a1bf1c87/Banner_Bred_to_Perfection.png","author":"Kenny Troiano","episode_count":320,"summary":"Bred to Perfection is a podcast that will help you to master the art of selective breeding, and become a master breeder of chickens and gamefowl. The podcast is hosted by Kenny and Nancy Troiano. Kenny Troiano has more than 40 years of experience, and has authored two books on the subject of breeding. If you are interested in creating, maintaining, and improve your strain, this is the place for you.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-07T16:20:00.468501+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bred-to-perfection-92813"},"episode":{"title":"Proper Care During the Molting Season","slug":"proper-care-during-the-molting-season","published_at":"2026-08-10T08:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bred-to-perfection-92813/proper-care-during-the-molting-season","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bred-to-perfection-92813","url":"https://www.breedersacademy.com","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bredtoperfection/Bonus_Episode_-_Proper_Care_During_the_Molting_Season.mp3?dest-id=1510559","summary":"Why Our Birds Need Extra Attention at this Time of Year When do our birds require the utmost care and consideration? The answer is during the molt. This crucial period is marked by significant stress as birds undergo a complex process of feather renewal, muscle replenishment, and bone repair. Both cocks and hens experience this challenging phase, making it an essential aspect of their overall health. While many view molting as a negative phase, it actually presents an opportunity for improvement. As a breeder, it's vital to understand how to navigate the molt effectively and use it to your advantage. A common pitfall for breeders is failing to grasp the nuances of the molt, which can hinder efforts to create, improve, and maintain a robust strain. Proper management of the molt is crucial; neglecting this process can significantly impact the upcoming breeding season and the quality of offspring. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of the molting season and explore strategies for achieving optimal results. Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains. Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. Join us on Bred to Perfection Live, Friday's at 6pm PST or 9pm EST on YouTube, as we discuss the benefits of creating your own strain. See ya there! Kenny Troiano Founder of \"The Breeders Academy\" We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics,…","meta_description":"Why Our Birds Need Extra Attention at this Time of Year When do our birds require the utmost care and consideration? The answer is during the molt. This c…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4342,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/bred-to-perfection-92813/episodes/proper-care-during-the-molting-season/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bred-to-perfection-92813/proper-care-during-the-molting-season.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}