Parrot Stars Podcast

Are Parrot Cages Really Necessary?

Why do we use cages, and what makes one appropriate for a parrot? In this episode, Alexis and Avery explain how a properly designed enclosure provides safety, structure,

A Brighter Future for Congos & Capes!

African Grey parrots are among the most recognizable companion birds in the world, but their intelligence, beauty, and popularity have also made them major targets of the

The Parrot Independence Dilemma

How do we give our parrots meaningful attention without accidentally teaching them that they must be with us every second of the day? In this episode, Alexis and Avery br

The Art of Birdwatching AKA Birding

Birding can be as simple as noticing the birds in your backyard or as serious as traveling hundreds of miles to find a rare species in its natural habitat! In this episod

Where to Put Your Parrot's Cage in Your House

Where you place your parrot’s cage can shape how safe, connected, and rested they feel every day. In this episode, Alexis and Avery break down the three things every good

Parrots & Presidents - Birds of the Oval Office

In this riveting episode, our hosts Alexis and Avery combine two personal favorites of theirs - American history and parrots - to explore the shockingly long list of U.S.

Extraordinary Insights from MVP Veterinarians with Dr. Christopher Snyder & Dr. Phillip Richmond

In this episode of the Parrot Stars Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Richmond and Dr. Snyder for an illuminating conversation that covers the world of veterinarians, parrot

Listener Questions - Part 2!

Our listeners are who keep the Parrot Stars Podcast going! Today we wanted to give a shout out to some of our amazing community members and answer the questions they subm

Can Your Feelings Affect Your Parrot?

Parrots are flock animals, and when they live in our homes, we become a part of their flock. In this episode, our hosts talk about how parrots constantly “read the room,”

Nature's Greatest Feat: The Science of Flight!

Our hosts, Alexis Highland and Avery Voress, explore the science of flight, from the dinosaur origins of birds to the anatomy and physics that make flying possible. They

Gaining a Parrot’s Trust: The Predator-Prey Dynamic

Alexis Highland and Avery Voress discuss a core truth of parrot behavior: parrots are prey animals, and humans are predators. In this episode, they unpack how that instin

Hope for Macaws: Uplifting Stories of the Blue-Throated & Great Greens

In this episode, Alexis and Avery dive into the meaning of conservation and how it connects directly to the parrot world, where nearly one in three species are endangered

Parrot Household Safety: The Hidden Dangers in Your Home

Most parrot emergencies aren’t random—they come from everyday household routines. In this episode, Alexis and Avery walk through the most common dangers parrots face insi

How We Fell in Love With Birds | Our Bird Stories & Backgrounds

In this episode, our hosts Alexis and Avery share the bird experiences that shaped their lives—from childhood memories of backyard birds and farm chickens to serious bird

Keep Your Parrot Forever: Consider Your Type of Home First

Listen now to learn how to match the right parrot to your home and set everyone up for long-term success. Bringing a parrot home is exciting—but your living space plays

Parrots & Pirates

     From a cultural perspective, parrots and pirates go together like peanut butter and jelly. But why do we associate one with the other?      The image of a pirate wi

Should You Get a Second Parrot? What to Consider Before Adding Another Bird

Getting a new parrot is such a special and exciting thing. It can feel like your world has opened up to experiences you’ve never known before. Your newfound joy might mak

Holiday Bonus Episode

    Check out Season 4 Episode 9 of the Parrot Stars Podcast: Holiday Bonus Episode!        This bonus episode of the Parrot Stars Podcast is your go-to guide for celebr

Interview with Mark Pruden of The African Grey Journal

We are ecstatic to have Mark Pruden of The African Grey Journal with us for this episode! Mark travels the world visiting parrot breeders, stores, sanctuaries, and privat

Setting Boundaries: Creating Clear Expectations with Your Parrot

Parrots are instinctually busy-bodies. In their natural habitat, they are nomadic and have very few limitations on the ways they can physically interact with their living