How this pigeon store stays in business
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Cat casually dodging the murder accusation by acting cute.
A true cat response.
This is why cats will own this planet.
Typical cat.
Reminds me of Japan post WW2 👀
@@Koikamathats wild😂😂
@@Koikama lol I was gonna say that
"alright, fuckers, let's go" you know know that man absolutely loves those pigeons
Agreed
I came here to say the same thing lol
this is how I’ll be greeting my friends and coworkers from here out
I love my pigeons and dobes and I don't speak to them like that, do I really not love them?
@@snickerswo1f519no, step up your game, c’mon!
The fact the pigeons just fly back to his business once they're done with the wedding/funeral gig is just awesome
Even cooler is that they used pigeons for communication from tanks during WW1. Radio didn't really exist at the time so they kept a pigeon in the tank and when appropriate put a little note in a ring on their leg and let them go, they always fly home. Pigeons have been used for communication for centuries, perhaps millennia.
That’s how messenger birds work ❤
@@kingcosworth2643They most certainly had radio. But it's a lot harder to interpret a random bird in the sky than it is to grab radio waves spread halfway across the world. Also worked great as a last resort to get a message out
this is just the gig economy but for pigeons.
It’s called training
Michael Scott, went from selling Paper to Pigeons 😂
Hahahaha
That is totally a Michael Scott adventure
Next he'll training the pigeons to transfer dime bags to customers.
Michael Scott pigeon company
I was looking for this comment. Wasn't disappointed
I do appreciate a business owner who doesn't fluff it up with nonsense about hard work and adaptability and just says up front "yeah, I own the building, that's the only reason I can turn a profit"
he said aford to be here, he gets up every day knowing he could just close up shop and rent out the space for stupid amounts of money.
Exactly why canadas evil, they deliberately raised prices of land so everyone will have to rent from either government or immigrants that ship money overseas and kill investment.
@@tehevilengineer7939 you are getting angry at hipotetical scenario, relax.
@@lauralanthalasa7 what makes you think hes angry 😂😂 you the one who needs to relax
@user-ou4wr4ko9t where am I having trouble? I was answering to some idiot in the comments, I'm relaxed and fine, don't need to worry and don't need to butt into my exchange with that person, but I guess it makes you feel seen and special ❤
Selling pigeons in NY is definitely a Michael Scott idea 🤣
"You have no idea how high I can fly"
@@tjay-uw8rb 🤣
LMAO, comment ON POINT
@@tjay-uw8rbThat's what she said lol
Yes it is 😂
That last part about him owning the building is the biggest reason for his business surviving.
No fucking shit
Damn I wish I would have gotten that info from the video
Even if your brain doesn't, at least your ears work.
@@theoneafterthelastwho pissed in your cheerios? Jfc people act like they forgot basic decency
@@blayzeon lol, you're funny bro
Bruhhh, that $150-$200 pigeon looks like its just been regurgitated by a Pelican. 🤣
Fr wtf
Or just been born el oh el amirite
It looks like a young one which could be why it’s so high
Still a Baby, that's why... Hasn't got all its feathers yet.
It's a baby.
Pigeon rental for weddings is honestly genius.
And the customer doesn’t even have to return them since they return themselves.
Of course 1 turtle dove would cost you thousands where 1 white pigeon 150 bucks
@@HdHd-hp6qzwhy are you talking about doves? doves do not have this instinct to return back and should never be released at a cemetary or wedding (no bird should but whatever). and why would a turtle dove cost thousands of dollars? that's not true.
@ snickerswo1f519 You need to work on your comprehension skills. I never said that turtle doves would return back to their nest. White pigeons would return back to their nests. A turtle dove is illegal to buy in most European countries because it’s deemed an endangered species. But in America you can pick one up for between 750-1000 buck. So for two that would be potentially 2 grand whereas a white pigeon will set you back 100-150 bucks off this guy.
I thought pigeon rental is common everywhere in the world that has pigeons til now 😅
Best Bruce Willis and Michael Scott crossover
Selling pigeons in New York is a Michael Scott tier idea.
@@NoTroubleMikeGafter Toilet Buddy and shoe la pa this would be his best idea yet.
Don't forget Mike Tyson lol he loves pigeons
Bruce 😭💔 every time someone brings him up i get sad. Legend.
Vin Diesel
So that's how you keep a business open. You own the building. Brilliant!
The building is his business. Pigeons are a side hustle for him.
Cat: "I'm actually trying to access the rooftop because rats are boring." 😂
My father-in-law has a pigeon business and sometimes the pigeons just randomly fly back to him when they escape the new owners.
Infinite profit 😂
Does that count as a product return?
@@pseudotasuki That's actually a really good idea for free return shipping
new inventory
Infinite money glitch.
Bro walked into the pigeon coup and said “Alright fuckers, let’s go.”
I treat my chickens the same.
@@curiousKuro16confirmed i sound like a fuckin nut every damn morning
Like every boss i worked for
That's how I knew he was a good, responsible bird owner
What does he even mean by the "let's go"? They supposed to shag and grow faster when he says that or something?
Oh my Boyfriend is going to love this video. His grandfather was a pigeon keeper who had to move multiple times in NJ just for him to be able to keep his pigeons in ordinance. What a lovely video. Much success to him
The interview with Clyde 😂😂
Love the medicine wheel pfp btw
the second he opened with 'alright fuckers lets go' i loved him.
Same!!! 😂 you know he loves those birds ❤
i am conflicted
Look at all the little budgies cramped up into small, barren cages with other budgies. No stimulation, no room to stretch, overly socialised. I see a little shop of horrors
@@eggshapedisraelioperative6317 I'm glad someone pointed that out
@@eggshapedisraelioperative6317Literally the same as any other pet store.
"I sell pigeons in New York. Alright fuckers, let's go."
Checks out.
“There’s not really a lot of…. Competition” 😂
He is king of the NY underworld and John Wick helps him out, that explains the no competition.
the "alright fuckers" is golden :-D
Just a rule of thumb... they either own the building or have grandfathered rent. I see all sorts of businesses that are outdated with no one ever in them....
Edit: To all those saying it could also be a front for laundering money…. Yeah, not likely. Ideally you need a business that handles lots of cash and is actually somewhat busy to make it worth while. A place that is almost always empty with small profit margins is gonna raise a lot of red flags if they try reporting crazy profits.
Hi! What does "grandfathered rent" mean? I'm not from us and google does not explain it
@@user-it8jj3li2q basically they inherited the rent from an older family member. Some landlords allow it to encourage loyal, long term tenants, other places have laws that protect it.
NY is famous for beautiful apartments that are rented out for a few thousand because their aunt or dad first started renting it long ago.
@@user-it8jj3li2qwhen something is "grandfathered in", it's usually a pre-existing arrangement that is included in a new arrangement. I guess it's based on the idea that the arrangement is old, maybe made in your theoretical grandfather's time, but it is being acknowledged and honoured by newer agreements. Eh, bad explanation but does it kinda make sense?
@@angelalovell5669 thanks, it got a bit clearer for me
@@user-it8jj3li2q When something is 'grandfathered in' it means that they were on a pre-existing system which has since changed but they were able to keep their status rather than being forced into the new system. For rent, it generally means that they have been renting the building for a long time and are not subject to the same rental rates or increases that a newer building would have. This allows them to survive despite relatively low revenue because their overhead is minimal.
high rents are such a tragedy. there are so many good businesses that never even got a start because at this point the only feasible business is a corporate chain
exactly. rich become richer. the poor stay poor and harder to live
History shows that countries always get more unequal until eventually the people have had enough and do something about it
Landlords should not exist. Ticket scalpers for a neccesary resources.
Land value tax would help with that
That’s why the digital marketplace is sooo powerful now if you have a product you’re trying to sell. Paying to host a website or using a hosting service is much cheaper, you can reach a larger (albeit more fickle) audience, etc. Online makes it harder for service-based businesses, or things like this. But if you have a product, sell it online! Look into getting your product on shelves, sell at events, etc.
😂 *Sweet lady* 👱♀️
Pigeon guy: "Alright phukrs"
"You could sell pigeons in New York" sounds like an old timey way to say "You're charismatic"
underrated
“Clyde I’ve been told you’ve eaten birds before?”
*cheek rubs mic*
Acquitted of all charges
Wouldn't that be considered pilfering or is it just because of unfair wages?
"why would you ask me that I feel offended where is my lawyer"😢
"I plead the 5th"
As Mr. clyde Lawyer, he used to fith amendment to protect himself. He will not answer any more questions at this moment.
More like "the jury finds you guilty, you will now be acquitted of all charges."
Let it be known to all that Michael Scot is a brilliant businessman
He bought an entire building in order to sell pigeons!
@TheBooban no! The pidgeons just came with the building and he built the business around that 🫡
People say I’m a best boss - michael scott
btw "alright f*ckers" is totally a line that Michael would say, hold up..
@@TheBooban The rent for tenants is higher that income from the store. Heck he could rent out the space and still make more than income from the store but he loves what he does.
I like this fellow very much - and his pigeons and kitties - may he live well and prosper 😊
Own the building - that’s actually solid advice to all you people 😅😂
Its nice to see Bruce Willis getting into calm proffesion to deal with his problems, he seem to be recovering nicely.
What are you talking about? That's the guy from The Office.
The last place on Earth I would have expected a "pigeon" business was in NYC. I mean it's like raising chickens except they're not. These fly and they boomerang right back to you. I mean if I needed pigeons for a wedding or something I'd just go to Central Park, throw some rice and then cast a net, have a Ford van parked next to me ready to go. I don't care if they boomerang back, it's for one time use only and park pigeons are free. Knowing the communists in NYC they'd tell me I couldn't do that, I would bet you my next paycheck.
@@justacinnamonbun8658 Not a communist or whatever but is obvious you can't do that. Thats like going to central part to hunt 😂😂😂 they will probably mark you down as someone delusional. Either don't have pigeons or pay the cheapest that is that guy.
Prison Mike is reformed. No more gruel sandwiches or gruel omelettes.
I was looking for this 😂
Still not completely mentally healed from the effects of the dementors
Pigeon Mike
Bahahahaha!
No animal gruelty
Straight up a hobby business, that’s why they stay open.
Reporter: I'm getting reports that you've eating birds before?
Cat: I plead the 5th!
We saved a pigeon that was lost after being released during a wedding the previous weekend. It flew right into my lap at my work warehouse. We contacted the owner from the tag who only told us “keep it” and hung up. How it survived for days without food or predation from hawks was a miracle. Found out it was a “he” and named him Miracle.
That’s the dirty secret. Often they don’t really care about whether or not the bird make it home. These are domesticated birds who are not used to fending for themselves. It’s cruel.
Wedding releases are archaic and awful. Thank you for saving Miracle. At the very least, pigeons are remarkable survivors and - since ALL pigeons are domesticated birds - they are adopted into pre-existing flocks immediately. Ever see a white, or brown/white pigeon among a flock of typical grey rock pigeons? Then you know there was a release, and that bird was taken into the flock!
You can keep them as pets. Pigeons are super smart and sweet.
I also rescued a little pigeon last summer. It got stranded. Exhausted and thirsty :(
I called a breeder and they got it. Turns out it was a pigeon from the Netherlands!!! I live in Northern Germany
yeah anyone offering pigeon releases needs to be 100% confident their birds know where to return. pigeons are absolutely capable of that level of navigation as long as the owner takes the time to train them
A pigeon who doesn't know its way home isn't worth anything to him.
Fun fact: Doves are just white pigeons. Same species, same anatomy. Just different names.
Yeah, why do you have two words for the same bird?
That's racist
So are doves albino them? Can a pigeon that give birth to a dove and vice versa too.
Sorry but not true, they are similar but not the same
Yeah but if you release them for a wedding they aren’t as good at finding their way because they are inbred as fuck and basically domestic, so if you ever see one, probably somebody did it for a wedding and now it’s going to die. Actually pigeon is the made up name, they are really rock doves.
Awe puddy cats saving the shop money’s is adorable 🥰
As a NY'er, I relate to his " Alright you fuckers" to a room full of birds.
Lmfaooo😂 yo he casually was like ' rent them out for release but they fly right back' epic business plan 😅
I mean you even said so yourself- he’s RENTING them out. The birds are trained do so
I mean there's a reason pigeons were used to deliver letters. you can't send them out but you can send them home and inform the king of an incoming attack.
It's for release, they're not supposed to keep them
Only way it works. If they fly away it's not renting.
@@tiredbunbun9009this explains a lot actually. I never thought of it that way
Pigeons are well domesticated and love human interaction. I saw an exotic bird owner say that when people claim to want a parrot, they actually want a pigeon. Parrots bite, they scream, they're incredibly smart, they're flying toddlers. Pigeons, from everything I've seen, are intelligent, they don't scream or bite, and they'll happily cuddle up to you. Really makes you think
I've had both, and the only one that bit my nose was the parrot. Hurt like hell. Pigeons FTW
I have a parrot and I love him. People get birds and don't realize they require a lot
My dad punched a parrot at the zoo because they had it out walking a wooden round hand rail looking thing it came over took a chunk out of my dads finger my dad punched that thing and the thing went flying across the room it was pretty great😂😂😂😂😂😂
Parrots also live SO LONG. Like if your parents get one and take proper care of it, know that it will outlive them and become your parrot.
My family used to have a pigeon he was only nice to my dad my dad didn’t want him the rest of us showered him in love and he would only cuddle up to my dad and if we went any where near either of them he would attack us. Loved him but he was an asshole
"I spent the afternoon in the park trying to feed the pigeons. I guess they all flew west for the winter." - Michael Scott
this is exactly how I imagine a pidgeon salesman to be
This looks like that place in John wick
Usually thats why he sells/rents those pigeons, to be used in movie scenes and such, so honestly you may be right, it might be some of those pigeons
the pigeon need an imdb page
New york?
First thing came to mind I just had a rewatch a couple wks back 😂
Probably based on this guy,
I found a pigeon that couldn't fly when I was about 9.
It was an incredibly docile and friendly pet that seemed to enjoy attention.
Someone stole Inky,and I saw him sitting inside a neighbor's window on the sill. But he was an older boy and wouldn't give him back. Pigeons seem to make great pets though.
That’s fucked up. Justice for Inky. 😔
Hopefully he at least took care of him like a responsible bird owner and Inky lived happily.
Those love birds are CUTE.
"Go free birds!" *flies back to captivity
The cat said “those are false allegations in attempt to defraud me, you will be speaking with my lawyer real soon.”
[I have the right to remain silent.]
Selling pigeons to New Yorkers is like selling snow to the Inuit. He must be a hell of a salesman.
My exact thought. I think his business edge is that he can provide a flock of a single color of pigeons or doves( white colored pigeons) for weddings and funerals, whereas if you got only the free pigeons on the street, they’d be assorted colors.
Also, his pigeons are a lesser risk of psitaccosis.
@evasalustino3994 Not just that once they are released they navigate their way back to the nest so essentially they are on a rental basis. That brown one looks expensive asf.
Fancy pigeons have a following, just like purebred dogs. Some breeds are crazy expensive
Interviewer: So, Clyde, about those reports you ate birds?
Clyde: No meow.
If the pigeon business gets slow he can always impersonate Bruce Willis 😂
this guy should start a paper company out of his condo or something
the "alright, fuckers. Lets go" shows how much he loves those birds
Imagine kissing hundreds of pigeons. That’s literally how viruses jump hosts.
That cat was guilty af
“Arnold, don’t be sad. You’ve taught me that some people can be trusted”
Thank you
❤😢
A man of culture.
omg i haven't heard that quote in years. thank you 🥹
If only he can see this from Notre Dame
Pigeons are cute. It is one of the few joys in life when a pigeon approaches me so i can get a good look at it, completely makes my day
They're funky little nudge walkers
I don't know about cute but the neck walk they do cracks me up.
“That’s a good pigeon right there.”
"I wanted doves for the wedding"
"Too bad tuts yous gettin New York pidgeons"
Clyde is still waiting for the perfect time to set his grand scheme in motion
His name is Michael Scott :) Dunder Miflin sells pidgeons?
It's spelled pigeon and your comment provides nothing of value.
@SlowMoebius at least his is neutral. Yours is a detriment to the comment section.
@@SlowMoebiusits the archaic form and your criticism is providing less value than OP
@@SlowMoebiuslooks like you havent ever seen "The Office."
I was gunna say why isn’t this the first thing people noticed I was worried thank you lol
Pigeons make great pets. More affectionate and quieter than parrots and have really charming personalities. They need lots of space, but if you have it I would totally recommend! Would love to check this place out if I’m ever in New York!
Yep, and much more domesticated than parrots too since most wild pigeons we see are actually the feral descents of the pigeons we domesticated for thousands of years
Man that went from wholesome to kinda sad
Wedding doves sounds like a beautiful thing.
Holy god, his name is really Michael Scott
And looks like Bruce Willis
What's wrong with his name
But he works at the furthest thing from an office
@@redscar1973
Guess you have never watched the office, The american version
@@NinjaZXRRhis name is Michael SCARN off of The Office. I used to think it was Michael Scott, too…
Land/building ownership... It's always the same story.
yeah probably if you own a building in NY you can do whatever you want... Including running a business.
People would rather fund war than have affordable housing.
Okay? And would you rather it be a unique small business or a corporate yuppie coffee shop?
how do you make a lot of money? start with a lot of money...
@@joelewis1776 except when he’s done with the business he’ll sell the building to a large company as a majority of normal people can’t afford that
Michael Scott Pigeon Company was the crossover we didn't know we needed.
I wonder how he keeps track of the birds he’s bred and the birds that just appear to take care of the free hospitality 😂
It's essentially an ancient business being run almost the exact same as it would have hundreds of not thousands of years ago. Pretty cool
Wonder if mike Tyson had been a customer
“Alright fuckers” I love this man already 😂
Glad to see Bruce Willis found something to keep himself busy.
Reporter: I'm getting reports that you've eating birds before?
Cat: I'm not talking without my lawyer!
Mike Tyson single handedly keeping this business open.
This video makes me unbelievably happy for no reason at all.
The answer is always “I own the building” 😂
*He's right. Owning the building is everything.*
They seem to be kept in a well sized enclosure with water access for drinking and bathing. This earns my respect he seems to care for them nicely.
"alright, fuckers, let's go"
He loves those birds.
Awww big guys who love their animals 😭❤️
I had a pigeon couple living in my tree and a hawk snatched one the other day. i was so sad. 😭 Ive watched them build a life together for a couple years now.
In England, the mice are literally assassinating them in the park.
@@MayorSom nooo 😭
"pigeons can be cute" implies that they're not always cute (which they ABSOLUTELY are)
Did he come up with this? This is pure genius. "And they fly right back" I DAMN NEAR PEED
I love people who patronize and highlight the small business community...great work!
Bro owns a pigeon store in New York City. My god, we've found him, the man who could sell snow to Eskimos
Difference is. Those are trained Pigeons.
Maybe you don't know this but it's really offensive to call Inuit Eskimos.
@@thymeandspace1081 They can be offended without your input.
@@SomeNavySEALsI mean imagine calling a black person a negro in this day and age. Sure it's not the hard anywhere, but I would be very much not cool with that if someone is that word when describing me or my people
@@SomeNavySEALsand those two people can have a disagreement without you butting in and sharing your shitty opinion.
C... Clyde..? Like... Bonnie and Clyde? Ohhhh he's done some stuff alright...
Woman: 'Have you eaten Birds before?'
Cat: "No comment"
Respect for supporting small businesses
As a bird owner, I can confidently tell you that man LOVES every one of those birds
This sounds like a business idea that Michael Scott would come up with
Glad to see Pigeon Man from Hey Arnold! is doing so well for himself! Good for him!
This guy is definitely an assassin trying to change his life for the better
Mike Tyson helps him out lol
Came here looking for someone mentioning Tyson 😂
I have been hearing people are starting pigeon clubs were they send fun little letters to eachother to help teach their birds navigation to different cities. It's a great go to if we ever lost power sources. I would totally invest in those cute head bobbers ❤
“The secret is, he owns the building”
I’m done man, just end it all now lmao
As soon as I seen the sweetheart kissing cats, I love the story. I love cats
Pidgeons flying back after ceremonial releases is the the real Return On Investment 😂
Not really competition. “They fly right back” Lol
"And they fly right back"
Fuckin KILLS me, 😅 lmao, funny shit man.
He seems like such a great guy. I'm not into birds but I hope things go well for him.
no one needs to know that you're not into birds. You could have said the latter without qualifying it with your dislike of pigeons.
there is always an eccentric Michael scott in every neighborhood
"Alright fuckers, time to eat"! Is exactly what I say to the horses when entering the barn in the morning.
the bowery king
On the one hand, a land value tax would make it so that this kind of question would essentially disappear - you could be assured that every business that's in a place is earning its keep to exist there because otherwise they'd never be able to afford the tax.
On the other hand, would we have a richer world by doing so? You'd drive out all the unique stores like this one.
Georgism strikes again!!
"all" with the vacancies we have with impossible high rent I think you are exaggerating.
The PROPERTY tax on that building is not too bad. If he owns it and that’s all he’s paying he’s good. A few thousand a year.
My favorite uncle when I was a kid had homing pigeons! He'd drive them out to what seemed like a distant land, set them off, and head home. He was part of an association that did it competitively. What fantastic memories this short has unlocked - while being very interesting itself!
Cat was like talk to my lawyer
Is no one going to mention this guys name? 'Michael Scott'? With all the crazy ideas he's had throughout The Office, I'm glad 1 finally paid off and somehow this has Dwite's stamp all over it too!! 🤣 🤣 🤣
The Office? That’s Michael SCARN, not Michael Scott.
And Angela's kitties