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Bird’s Eye View

Mathew G. Radford
Birding
Conservation
Birdwatching
Bird Conservation
Moths
Tulsa County
Oklahoma
Natural History
Arizona
Texas
Ecology
California
Birds
Nature
Montana
Bird Species
Native Plants
Maine
Warblers
Utah

Birds, birding, and the natural world! Bird's Eye View is a podcast about the birds of the United States and the world in which they live. We take a bird's-eye-view as we explore topics related to birds, birding, and the natural world. Created and hosted by Mathew G. Radford. Please listen, follow, and enjoy!

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In this episode, I had a fantastic conversation with McKay Olson from Utah. We chatted about his background in Utah, Utah's many and diverse habitats, his fa... more

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I had a very fun conversation with Martha McLeod from Rockport, TX. We chatted about her roots in deep south Texas, her evolu... more

In these southwest live episodes, we take you along with us live as we bird and explore parts of TX, NM, and AZ. In this PART FOUR episode we were in Madera Canyon, AZ for the day!

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Recent Guests

McKay Olson
Birding expert focused on Utah, county and state big years
Utah birding community
Episode: S6 E13: Birds Took Me There. A conversation with McKay Olson.
Martha McLeod
Educator, birding teacher in Rockport, Texas
Rockport, Texas educator
Episode: S6 E12: Diamonds in the Rough. A conversation with Martha McLeod.
Angelina Stancampiano
Wyoming interpretive park ranger, former Oklahoma field researcher and advocate for women in the outdoors
Wyoming State Parks
Episode: S6 E11: I Want Them to Feel Something. A conversation with Angelina Stancampiano.
Alexis Stark
Paton Center staff member, introduced on-site
Paton Center
Episode: JATB 36: Live From the Southwest. Part THREE.
David McQuade
Birding enthusiast and lifelong birder; co-leader with Tammy McQuade
Independent birder
Episode: S6 E10: I Will Marry You Someday. A conversation with David and Tammy McQuade.
Tammy McQuade
Birding enthusiast and lifelong birder; co-leader with David McQuade
Independent birder
Episode: S6 E10: I Will Marry You Someday. A conversation with David and Tammy McQuade.
Jake Thompson
Avid birding guide and organizer
Arizona Birding Guides
Episode: JATB 35: Live From the Southwest. Part TWO.
Noah Kuck
Birder, guide, and Midwest conservation advocate
North Dakota Birding Guides; North Dakota Birding Society; Sutton Center (past)
Episode: S6 E9: From Badlands to Bog. A conversation with Noah Kuck.
James H. McCommons
Author of The Feather Wars and The Great Crusade to Save America's Birds; professor emeritus
Northern Michigan University
Episode: S6 E8: The Feather Wars. A conversation with James H. McCommons.

Host

Mathew G. Radford
Host and creator of Bird's Eye View; primary host and driving voice of the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Daily Dose of Compassion

    Mathew has love for birds, that is both obvious and exciting to witness. But he also has compassion for people, making this podcast a cool, soothing salve. (Listen to him talk to the boy who makes bird sounds!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reno Stevens
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Mathew does a great job interviewing his guests and has such a nice variety of guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkDucki
    United States10 months ago
  • Birding bonanza!

    I love listening to this podcast! I’m not at all finished with each episode but the ones I have listened to so far have been excellent - interesting and informative. I am really loving the Oklahoma content in particular. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMCinOK
    United States2 years ago
  • Great birding podcast!

    I have been enjoying this podcast immensely

    Mathew has great stories of bird encounters at great locations

    Also Amazing guests so interesting!

    This has been especially enjoyable and helpful with a texas trip ahead

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melisabirdsong88
    United States2 years ago

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Content is informative, accessible, and great for planning trips or learning about birds.
Hosts deliver engaging interviews with a range of guests and diverse topics.
Guests are consistently well-credentialed, adding credibility and depth.

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S6 E8: The Feather Wars. A conversation with James H. McCommons.
Q: What can listeners do today to help birds in practical terms?
Reduce outdoor cat populations or containment, make homes bird-friendly by minimizing window collisions and habitat-friendly landscaping, and engage in advocacy around farm bills and habitat preservation to support both game and non-game birds.
S6 E8: The Feather Wars. A conversation with James H. McCommons.
Q: What were the key regulatory milestones that helped save bird populations?
The Shiras Bird Bill laid groundwork for federal authority to protect migratory birds; Weeks-McLean Act expanded protection to non-game birds and created a broader conservation umbrella; the Migratory Bird Treaty with Canada solidified cross-border protections and the legal framework for enforcement.
S6 E8: The Feather Wars. A conversation with James H. McCommons.
Q: Can you summarize how the Gilded Age affected birds and sparked early conservation efforts?
Black-market plume hunting and mass fashion demands devastated rookeries and many species; public outrage over feathers, coupled with the rise of Audubon-led initiatives, gradually pushed for education and regulation, laying the groundwork for later federal protections.
S6 E4: It's the Adventure Along the Way. A conversation with Kate Goodenough.
Q: What are some places you haven't seen yet in the U.S. or Canada that you want to explore or ecoregions that are on your bucket list?
I'd love to visit the Bay of Fundy to see the tidal bore and explore Newfoundland as I've only been to British Columbia.
S6 E4: It's the Adventure Along the Way. A conversation with Kate Goodenough.
Q: Where did you grow up and how did you in your youth have this love for, I guess, nature in general and maybe birds specifically evolved for you?
I grew up in Huntsville, Alabama, and I've always been one of those nature kids who was constantly outside, inspired by my family's love for nature and animals.

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What is Bird’s Eye View about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on birds, birding, and the natural world, with a focus on North American avifauna and conservation. Episodes feature in-depth conversations with birders, ecologists, educators, and conservationists, often weaving personal stories with field observations, research, and practical guidance for both novices and seasoned enthusiasts. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on community engagement, citizen science, and education, plus a knack for spotlighting regional birding scenes and underrepresented communities in outdoor spaces. The format tends to blend memoir, field anecdotes, and expert insight, making it useful for listeners seeking inspiration, actionable birding tips, and a broader view of wildlife conservation.

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Recent guests on Bird’s Eye View include:

1. McKay Olson
2. Martha McLeod
3. Angelina Stancampiano
4. Alexis Stark
5. David McQuade
6. Tammy McQuade
7. Jake Thompson
8. Noah Kuck

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