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Parrot Stars Podcast

Parrot Stars

31 episodes

1 day ago

In this unique edition of the Parrot Stars Podcast, Alexis takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Ometepe Island, Nicaragua, where she and her mom Joyce, joined the One Earth Conservation Pilgrimage. Imagine witnessing wild parrots in their natural paradise, an absolute dream for any bird lover! Here’s the exciting part: you can be part of this unforgettable experience in December 2025. Don’t wait and remember you only live once! Registration for the One Earth Pilgrimage closes at the e...

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In this unique edition of the Parrot Stars Podcast, Alexis takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Ometepe Island, Nicaragua, where she and her mom Joyce, joined the One Earth Conservation Pilgrimage. Imagine witnessing wild parrots in their natural paradise, an absolute dream for any bird lover! Here’s the exciting part: you can be part of this unforgettable experience in December 2025. Don’t wait and remember you only live once! Registration for the One Earth Pilgrimage closes at the e...

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Pets & Animals,

Episodes (20/31)

Parrot Stars Podcast

Journey to the “Island of Hope” - Parrots in the Wild

In this unique edition of the Parrot Stars Podcast, Alexis takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Ometepe Island, Nicaragua, where she and her mom Joyce, joined the One Earth Conservation Pilgrimage. Imagine witnessing wild parrots in their natural paradise, an absolute dream for any bird lover! Here’s the exciting part: you can be part of this unforgettable experience in December 2025. Don’t wait and remember you only live once! Registration for the One Earth Pilgrimage closes at the e...

4 days ago

53 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

My Parrot is a “Picky Eater”

Something we hear almost every day at Parrot Stars, even from the best intentioned customers, is “My parrot hates this…”, “My parrot won’t touch their vegetables…”, etc. You’ve probably said something along these lines yourself when trying to get your bird to eat their pellets. Well, go no further, because in this episode of the Parrot Stars Podcast we’ll be discussing all the strategies you can use to keep your bird enjoying every aspect of their nutritious, dynamic diet. Of course, with any...

1 month ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Bonus Episode! Parrot Stars Summer Festival 2025!

We cannot wait for the highly anticipated Parrot Stars Summer Festival coming July 18-20 2025, just next month! This bonus episode of the Parrot Stars Podcast gives you the full rundown of the exciting weekend and what to look forward to, including the biggest sales of the year, raffle prizes, the Parrot Wizard, animal organizations, DIY classes, avian veterinarian presentations, and so much more. Come by yourself or bring your family and enjoy a free weekend of fun! www.parrotstars.com https...

2 months ago

59 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Squawk Talk: Your Parrot Questions, Answered!

In this special episode, we’re answering listener questions live. From parrot behavior and training tips to diet, health, enrichment, and what it’s really like behind the scenes at Parrot Stars, no topic is off limits. Whether you're a first-time bird owner, a seasoned parrot veteran, or just curious about what it takes to care for exotic birds, this episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and a few fun stories from the flock. Have a question we didn’t cover? Stay tuned for more Q&...

2 months ago

59 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

The Birds and The Bees: Where Do (Parrot Stars) Babies Come From?

In this episode, we’ll dive into the world of parrot breeding and discuss what sets responsible breeders apart. Learn how we prioritize the physical and emotional well-being of every Parrot Stars baby through ethical breeding practices, expert care, and a strong focus on education. Join us for an inside look at how good breeding isn't just about producing birds—it's about raising healthy, safe, socialized parrots, and supporting the species as a whole. Send us a text Learn more about Parrot S...

2 months ago

1 hour 25 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Myth-busting Common Parrot Misconceptions

There are plenty of claims and stereotypes about parrots floating around and many of them just aren’t true! In our very first myth-busting episode, we had a great time tackling some of the most common misconceptions we hear at Parrot Stars. We covered a wide range of topics that impact your parrot’s daily life, from training and diet to caging, behavior, and more! It’s easy to take advice from social media at face value, but don’t let misinformation guide the way you care for your feathered c...

3 months ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Thinking of Clipping Your Parrot's Wings? Don't!

We’re diving into a critical and often controversial topic: parrot wing clipping (and why it’s something you shouldn’t do). While many people clip their bird’s wings with the best of intentions, the reality is that this practice can lead to potentially serious physical and mental consequences, some of which may even seem unnoticeable. Based on our personal experiences, we’ll share why allowing parrots to remain fully flighted is the best and most enriching choice you can make for your feather...

3 months ago

1 hour 24 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

What YOU Can Do to Protect Wildlife with Mike Rodgers

In this episode, sit down with Mike Rodgers—an amazing wildlife educator who works for the Treasure Coast Wildlife Center in Palm City, Florida. Conservation is a key piece of our business mission at Parrot Stars. And while we tend to focus our education and fundraising mostly on Parrots, we want to do what we can to support wildlife of all kinds. Listen in as we discuss conservation projects both large and small the TCWC manages, super cool animal facts, and the amazing journey of Rodgers hi...

4 months ago

1 hour 29 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

What You Need to Know About Grooming and Boarding Your Bird

Thinking about taking that much needed vacation but don’t know what to do about your Parrot while you’re gone? Or maybe you’ve been wondering about whether to get a beak trim? There can be a lot of risks and hazards to consider when it comes to these topics. Learn how to keep your bird safe and healthy through proper grooming and appropriate boarding. Helpful links: Boarding at Parrot StarsGrooming at Parrot StarsSend us a text Learn more about Parrot Stars and shop online at parr...

4 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

4 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Bird

In this episode, we'll talk about all of the details that you need to consider before bringing home a bird. We all know birds are cute—but taking home a Parrot companion is a huge commitment. Our Parrot Stars philosophy is to always prioritize the bird's health, safety, and overall well being. That means sitting down with every prospective bird owner to guide them through the choosing process and talking through all of this critical information that is necessary to get started with the new ba...

5 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

What Makes a Parrot a Parrot?

In this episode, we dive into the topic of parrot biology. As biologists ourselves, this is our jam so prepare yourself as we cover Parrot geography, anatomy, physiology, intelligence, and more. Parrots are an absolutely fascinating group of birds with an abundance of unique characteristics. It’s fun to just learn about them, however for all the Parrot owners listening out there, understanding parrot biology can really help you improve your bird’s overall health and well-being. Se...

5 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

2025: A BIG Year at Parrot Stars

To start off the much anticipated third season of our Parrot Stars Podcast, we wanted to give an overview of all the exciting things we have planned for the store in 2025! We are beyond excited to be starting our monthly educational classes, free to the public, to spread as much parrot information out there to anyone who will listen. Stay in touch on our website to see their dates and registration information! Of course we also give a little sneak peak of our summer festival which will be Jul...

6 months ago

52 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Parrot Conservation Conversation

Join us for this episode of the Parrot Stars Podcast as we discuss some of our viewpoints and philosophies on both Animal Conservation and Parrot Conservation. At Parrot Stars, one of our main goals is to promote and impact Parrot Conservation as a whole, for the betterment and well-being of these amazing animals. As biologists, this is a huge topic we are especially passionate about, however we only just brush the surface of the overall issue. We understand these heavy topics can have many v...

7 months ago

59 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

How to Start Clicker Training your Parrot Pt. 2

We continue to discuss Clicker Training in this next part of our Parrot Stars Podcast but also recap all the essential info for training in general! To cap off this initial saga of Positive Reinforcement Training, we wanted to lay it all out, point by point for ease of beginning this process. https://www.parrotstars.com/product-p/680286655424.htmSend us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

8 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

How to Start Clicker Training your Parrot Pt. 1

In this episode of the Parrot Stars podcast, we continue the training saga and finally introduce the Clicker! How to introduce it during training, How to properly use it, Why even use it, are all questions we’ll address in our first Clicker Training episode. This little hand held tool can be the game changer that makes life bliss for both you and especially your bird, so join in and take your Parrot’s training to the next level.https://www.parrotstars.com/product-p/680286655424.htmSend us a t...

8 months ago

47 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

A Lifetime of Volunteering with Parrots: with guest, Sheryl Robinson

Ever wondered how you can work with parrots, even if you can’t work with parrots? Sheryl Robinson is the epitome of a “Bird Lover”. She has spent her life sharing her love of parrots with the public. From her time spent at Lincoln Park Zoo, volunteering in Costa Rica, and eventually, helping us at Parrot Stars, Sheryl has had many different volunteer opportunities that have changed her life and perspective on parrots. Dive into an episode filled with laughter, incredible stories, and ins...

9 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Positive Reinforcement: Proper Parrot Training Pt. 2

We continue our Positive Reinforcement saga, diving into the next steps you can take to further build your relationship with your companion Parrot. In Part 1 we talked about simply introducing yourself to your Parrot, but now in Part 2 we give you advice on actually getting your hands involved. Scary! Just kidding, it’s not scary at all and we’ll tell you why. We cannot stress enough how essential training your parrot is and quite frankly, it’s not optional!Links:https://www.parrotstars.com/p...

9 months ago

33 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

Positive Reinforcement: Proper Parrot Training Pt.1

Are you struggling to simply start training with your Parrot companion? Join us as we dive into the world of Parrot Training and discuss how it is essential to establish a training routine with your companion bird. We start our Positive Reinforcement Training saga off with the absolute basics so everyone in the Parrot community, whether you just took home a bird or have had one for longer than we’ve been alive, can feel included. Sometimes the beginning baby steps of Parrot training require a...

9 months ago

36 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

The Parrot That Haunts Your Dreams

Happy Halloween and beware the Parrots that scare! In this bone chilling episode, we creep into the shadows of the gothic New Guinea mountain rainforests, where lurks the Parrot that makes Dracula himself lock the doors! With ghoulish screams in the night, these harbingers of death for figs are quite the eerie sight. Join us if you dare as we dive into the annals of the frighteningly mysterious Dracula Parrot! Dun Dun Dun.Links: https://www.parrotstars.comhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IUCN_Re...

9 months ago

36 minutes

Parrot Stars Podcast

My Parrot "Bites" - Part 2

In our previous episode, we dove into the actual natural history of biting behavior in Parrots, along with the first two main reasons why you could possibly experience a bite at home. We continue today discussing the third and fourth main reasons, along with strategies to prevent such biting behavior in the home. It’s always important to remember parrots perceive things in much different ways than we do and a bite is never personal. Be kind to your parrot and it will be kind to you! Send...

10 months ago

54 minutes