Matthew and Reec link up in Atlanta for a concert—but what starts as a casual meetup turns into an epic podcast episode. The two dive into how they first connected online, became farm buddies, and share what it's really like transitioning from city life to the homestead grind.

Matt, now a social media phenom with millions of followers across multiple platforms, opens up about the highs and lows of growing an online presence in the agriculture space. Together, they discuss how the digital world intersects with farm life, their nonprofit missions, giving back to the community, and of course—some hilarious chicken stories.

From growing gardens to growing impact, this episode of EGGcellent Adventures is packed with insight, laughs, and real talk.

This episode features a Principal by day and Farmer, by mid day! Principal Patrick Muhammed is not only motivating and educating youth in his administrative 9-5, but he is also unlocking a whole level of education with the curriculum at the agro-based learning academy that he heads. In addition, he and his family have splashed head first into the homesteading and ranching pool. Listen to the story of trial, tribulation and triumph about his ranch, partnerships, processing journey and more. On top of it all he has joined forces with the highly acclaimed "Acre Boyz" to kick off a new program to help new farmers win. The Principal Farmer is sitting down with Reec for another Eggcellent Adventure. 

By day, he's a scientist—by afternoon, he's a dedicated chicken tender! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Dustin and his wife, Lee, as they navigate the world of poultry raising, beekeeping, and egg farming. Known for sharing their wealth of knowledge on social media, this duo keeps their audience engaged with everything from expert chicken and turkey-keeping techniques to incredible sourdough recipes. Tune in for insightful tips, farm life stories, and a fresh perspective on sustainable living! 

Welcome to season 3 of Eggcellent Adventures! We kicked off this season by dispelling rumors about "game cocks", diving deep into the world of conservation, show chicken care, harsh winter preop techniques and advanced poultry nutrition. We did it all with an award winner, Jessica of Game Fowl Conservation. 

Reec has a dynamic talk with Dr. Patrick Biggs, PH. D. a leading name in poultry nutrition. Dr. Biggs is currently the lead man at Purina when it comes to developing "the right stuff" for your backyard chickens of all stages in life. 

Reec & Dr. Biggs talk about everything from life stage expectations, proper types of nutrition, brooding practices, molt, coop care, benefits of multiple coops, types of layer feed, his previous background with "big poultry", favorite chicken breeds, what types of chickens for your main purpose, and much much more!

This is an Eggcellent Adventures that you do NOT want to miss if you have chickens or are thinking of becoming an owner. 

a conversation with Lisa Steele, author of Fresh Eggs Daily, TV host of Welcome To My Farm

On this episode of Eggcellent Adventures with Reec, we are joined with Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily. She has an enormous social media following that peaks into the millions. Her followers and fans are following her vast knowledge of chicken wellness supplies, recipes , flock hacks and more. 

Lisa is also the host of a nationally televised show named Welcome To My Farm and author of the best selling cook book “Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook”.

Lisa gives so many farm hacks including how to keep snakes away! Tune in for another EGGcellent Adventure with Reec Swiney @BlackYardChickenz

On this episode of Eggcellent Adventures with Reec Swiney, we got an in depth look at Wolf Lake farms in Texas while  conversing with Demond. 

He and his family own  a huge ranch the houses chickens, cattle, donkeys, and even bees! They also grow variety of vegetables , flowers and plants on their land. 

Take a listen to the story of how they grew from a small backyard garden to a multiple acre ranch in the valleys of Texas. The man gives us some tips and tricks for livestock as well as harvesting, And the value of relationships and family.

Reec satellites into Minnesota to talk with Taylor (@ChakraChickens) host of the Un-Cooped Podcast and homesteader / egg farmer. Taylor sheds light on his collection of breath taking chickens, peacocks, Guineafowl, goats, horses and even snakes! 

He and his wife share a variety of critters. Taylor is also very knowledgeable on hatching. We get some pro tips on hatching, raising peacocks, advice on types of chickens for your personality and how chicken math turned 10 baby chicks into over 80 birds!

Heath, owner of City Chick. City chick was once a chicken coop & chicken rental company for urban residents with chicken dreams, that weren't 100% ready to commit to the backyard farmer lifestyle. Now his company has grown into a chicken nutrition and educational company with an amazing social media following. Reec and Heath share stories, knowledge and hilarious chicken drama!

We dive into winter prep for your backyard flock. Especially for those who are dealing with their first winter! Winter prep

-      Water very important

-      Heated dishes

-      Buckets

-      Heated hose

Food

-      Ample feed

-      Switch from layer feed if they are all in molt

-      Corn will help heat bodies up

MOST chickes are built for cold

-      Desiger breeds can get frost bite on those big head feathers (polish and bantams)

-      SAY NO TO HEAT LAMPS

o Dust

o Feathers

o Jumpy birds
can all cause fires!!!

-      IF you just MUST use heat, use a heat plate NOT A HOT PLATE THAT YOU COOK ON 

-      A heat plate that you would use for a brooder box, Cozy Chick makes one