All About Pigeons

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 changing how things get done.
They get into
Using AI to inventory birds and build organized records instantly
Analyzing race and training data to identify top breeding pairs
Planning race series and release points using GPS and data
Using AI for club meetings notes and administrative tasks
Finding guest speakers and resources in seconds
The pros and cons of AI in the hobby
Whether AI creates an unfair advantage or is just another tool
They also get into the bigger conversation about what happens if pigeon racing does not adapt to technology and how AI could play a role in attracting the next generation into the hobby.
This episode keeps it real. AI is not perfect. It is not always right. It is only as good as the information you give it. But when used correctly, it can be a powerful tool that saves time and opens up new possibilities.
Whether you are completely against AI or already experimenting with it, this is a conversation that is happening right now in the pigeon world and one you do not want to miss.

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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 behind the name, how the breed developed over time, and how Chinese Owls have changed in the United States through selective breeding and careful refinement.
The conversation also covers temperament, housing, breeding setup, fertility, fostering, bath routines, parasite control, vaccinations, and how to properly prepare birds for the show cage. Dick also breaks down the judging system for Chinese Owls and explains what breeders should be focusing on to continue improving the breed.
If you are interested in Chinese Owls, fancy pigeons, breeding for the show room, or learning from someone with a lifetime of experience, this is an episode you will not want to miss.
They also discuss Dick’s book, A Guide to Success in Breeding and Exhibition of the American Chinese Owl, along with how listeners can connect with the National Chinese Owl Club and learn more about the breed.

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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 to get involved and stay active in the hobby.
There are also some standout performances in the parlor roller community, including birds pushing into the 600-foot range.
And as a quick reminder, the All About Pigeons Lounge is open every other Thursday if you are looking to connect with other fanciers.
As always, this segment runs on the community, so keep sending in your results, announcements, and updates so we can keep spreading the word.
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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 behind standard drawings, working with breed experts, the evolution of pigeon artwork over time, and Gary’s thoughts on modern tools like digital illustration and AI.
If you’ve ever flipped through the Book of Standards and wondered how those iconic pigeon illustrations are created, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.http://artofpigeons.com/

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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 birds help families get involved, and why making the hobby accessible to kids and parents is the key to growing the sport. He also shares stories about youth races, traveling pigeon lofts, county fairs, and creative ways the club raises money while teaching people about messenger pigeons.
This conversation is packed with practical ideas for anyone interested in introducing youth to pigeons, starting a club, or promoting the hobby in their community.

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