The Poultry Podcast Show

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Joshua Lyte, poultry scientist with the USDA ARS, explains how immune selection influences the poultry microbiome, serotonin pathways, and bird physiology. He discusses connections between immunity, host microorganism interactions, gut function, and emerging opportunities for noninvasive monitoring of bird health and performance. Discover how microbiome research may shape the future of poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Humoral immunity contributes to shaping microorganism populations and functions within the gastrointestinal tract through several interconnected biological mechanisms."

Meet the guest: Dr. Joshua Lyte received his PhD from Iowa State University and completed a U.S. Air Force funded postdoctoral fellowship at the Microbiome Institute at University College Cork in Ireland. He is currently a poultry scientist with the USDA ARS, studying interactions between the avian microbiome, stress physiology, immunity, and disease resistance across poultry species. Listen to Dr. Joshua Lyte on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:34) Introduction
(03:47) Immune trait selection
(05:15) Microbiome immune interactions
(11:40) Serotonin gut connections
(17:27) Microbiome function matters
(23:00) Future monitoring tools
(25:15) Final Questions

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* Evonik
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- dsm-firmenich
- Signify
- J&D + AAF
- PSA
- Zoetis
- Natural Biologics
- DietForge

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Theresia Lavergne, Senior Technical Service Manager at Natural Biologics, explains how yeast products support poultry gut health and immune function. She discusses yeast sources, Salmonella control, beta-glucans, and feed additives that improve gut integrity and bird performance. Dr. Lavergne also covers yeast processing methods and pathogen binding in poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Reduction in antibiotic usage created a greater focus on poultry gut health, microbiome balance, and intestinal integrity throughout modern production systems.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Theresia Lavergne earned her Ph.D. in non-ruminant nutrition from Louisiana State University after completing degrees at Mississippi State University and Auburn University. Her career has included poultry extension, technical services, and feed additive research focused on gut health, pathogen control, and functional yeast products in poultry production. Listen to Dr. Theresia Lavergne on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:14) Introduction
(04:19) Poultry gut health
(06:33) Yeast sources
(14:55) Salmonella control
(18:35) Beta-glucans
(21:35) Hydrolysis methods
(27:37) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

- Natural Biologics

* Evonik
* Adisseo
- DietForge
- dsm-firmenich
- Signify
- J&D + AAF
- PSA
- Zoetis

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Gary Flory, Founder and CEO of Global Outbreak Solutions, explains how avian influenza preparedness shapes poultry health outcomes worldwide. He discusses mortality management, carcass disposal, biosecurity principles, and early response planning at the farm and government levels. Gary highlights common mistakes, environmental and public health risks, and practical strategies to reduce outbreak impacts. Get valuable insight for poultry professionals focused on preparedness and resilience. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Biosecurity principles remain consistent worldwide, regardless of operation size, species, or production system.”

Meet the guest: Gary Flory is the Founder and CEO of Global Outbreak Solutions and a global leader in transboundary and zoonotic animal disease response. He serves as a Senior Fellow at Texas A&M University and as part of FAO’s African Swine Fever Global Pool of Expertise. His work focuses on biosecurity, mortality management, and outbreak preparedness. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:27) Introduction
(04:52) Farm preparedness
(05:55) Mortality disposal
(09:06) Decontamination steps
(11:40) Partial depopulation
(14:06) Early mistakes
(32:58) Final Questions

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* Adisseo
* Evonik

- Zoetis
- DietForge
- Signify
- J&D + AAF
- Natural Biologics
- PSA
- dsm-firmenich

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Isabel Gimeno from NC State University, who shares her deep expertise on Marek's disease. She breaks down the ongoing challenges this disease presents to poultry health, its impact on productivity, and the latest advancements in vaccine technology. Learn key strategies for managing Marek's disease and get a sneak peek at the research shaping the future of the poultry industry. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform for practical insights to boost poultry health!

"Marek’s disease initially presented as minor nerve inflammation but evolved into a neoplastic disease devastating poultry flocks in intensive farming systems."

Meet the guest: Dr. Isabel Gimeno is a professor at North Carolina State University specializing in poultry health, pathology, and Marek’s disease research. Her work focuses on disease pathogenesis, diagnosis, immunosuppression, and vaccine protection in poultry production systems. Dr. Gimeno has published numerous scientific papers and contributed to global poultry education and veterinary training. Listen to Dr. Isabel Gimeno on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms!

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:29) Introduction
(05:03) Marek’s disease
(07:15) Changes in the virus
(11:06) Productivity impacts
(14:23) Vaccine tips
(19:05) Future challenges
(27:45) Final Questions

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* dsm-firmenich
* Adisseo
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- PSA
- J&D + AAF
- Natural Biologics
- Zoetis
- DietForge
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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Lukas Bauer, Global Portfolio Development Manager at Evonik, explains what defines a successful modern probiotic in poultry nutrition. He discusses spore forming probiotics, spore outgrowth, consistency across diets, and links between laboratory results and field performance. Dr. Bauer also explores disease inhibition, gut health, and practical evaluation criteria for probiotic selection. Get actionable insights to improve poultry health and production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Spore forming probiotics can resist pelleting and acidic conditions, while vegetative bacteria often struggle under these challenges.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Lukas Bauer earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agricultural Sciences from the Technical University of Munich and completed his PhD at the University of Bonn, focusing on novel feed additives. He currently serves as Global Portfolio Development Manager at Evonik, working on science backed nutrition solutions for poultry production. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:25) Introduction
(03:48) Probiotic types
(06:50) Spore outgrowth
(09:27) Feeding strategy
(10:42) Testing methods
(18:06) Performance impact
(25:15) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Evonik

* Adisseo
* dsm-firmenich
- Signify
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- J&D + AAF
- Natural Biologics
- Zoetis
- DietForge

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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