UCP Episode 036: Talking Chicken with A.P.A. Hall of Fame Member – Tony Albritton

American Poultry Association's logo

American Poultry Association’s logo

What do Andre “the Hawk” Dawson, Phil Collins (with his band Genesis), and Tony Albritton all have in common?  All three gentlemen were inducted into their respective industry’s Hall of Fame in 2010.  Eight-time All-Star Player, Andre “The Hawk” Dawson earned his place in the American Baseball’s Hall of Fame for his excellence in his sport. Phil Collins and his former band Genesis was a natural pick to join the illustrious ranks of the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with three decades worth of hits in the music world.  Tony Albritton became the 53rd member of the American Poultry Association’s Hall of Fame after demonstrating for more many years superior skills in chicken breeding, raising and showing.   Continue reading

UCP Episode 002: Buckeyes – The Feminist’s Chicken!

pea-combed buckeye rooster

Buckeye Rooster – by Jeff Lay

On this week’s show in honor of Women’s History Month, I am interviewing Jeff Lay

American Buckeye Club

American Buckeye Club logo

from the American Buckeye Club to discuss the history of the remarkable American chicken breeder, Nettie Metcalf, and her creation of the extraordinary Buckeye Chicken.  Nettie Metcalf is credited as being the only known female to have created a unique breed of chicken officially recognized by the American Poultry Association.  We’re going to discuss all about how Nettie bucked the system with her Buckeye Chicken!   Continue reading

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