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Birdy. Proudly nerdy. Detailed. Not-so-subtly obsessive. Delve into all things birding and birding culture with George Armistead, Alvaro Jaramillo, and Mollee Brown. Join us for light-hearted conversations on birds, conservation, travel, and more.

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Bonner Black is back! If you need a little quality hang with your birding friends, we've got you covered. 

A few links: 

• Check out all of Bonner's music and more on her website

• Plus, don't miss Beasts of Birdin on YouTube 

• And thanks to Lars ... more

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George and Alvaro are chatting about recent birds in their backyards, ABA rarities, sparrow speciation, recent South American travels, and more!

At the end of this episode, Alvaro cites a new paper about genetic expression with wheatears as the exam... more

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Allison has worked coast to (Great Lakes) coast for years, and today, we're chatting about tales from the field and lessons learned from endless days of visible migration experiences. 

Come for the high counts...stay for the simple joys of watching ... more

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New this episode: Check out our chapters in Apple Podcasts to preview our conversation!

The gang's all here to chat about winter birding, from backyard feeders to chilly pelagics, plus the consumption of atypical food sources (to us Americans, at le... more

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Recent Guests

Allison Vilag
A bird migration enthusiast and guide with comprehensive experience in migration counts and birding across the continent.
Episode: Why visible migration matters: migration counts and seawatch tales with Allison Vilag
Rosemary Mosco
Cartoonist and author, known for her books on pigeons and birds.
Episode: Blending science, art, and humor to celebrate nature with Rosemary Mosco
Stephen Moss
A leading nature writer and broadcaster, known for his extensive work on wildlife and conservation
President of the Somerset Wildlife Trust
Episode: How birds shape our lives and landscapes with Stephen Moss
Joshua Covill
Birding expert from Montana, founder of Glacier Birding Adventures, and planner of birding trips.
Glacier Birding Adventures, Hillstar Nature
Episode: Hawkwatch experiences and birding parallel landscapes with Joshua Covill
Brian Sullivan
Birding expert and digital publications lead for Birds of the World
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Episode: Inside eBird: The world’s biggest birding project with Brian Sullivan
Bonner Black
Musician, singer, songwriter, and avid birder.
Independent musician
Episode: Traveling as a birder and musician with Bonner Black
Owen Reiser
Co-creator of 'Listers' documentary and bird enthusiast
The Listers Movie
Episode: LISTERS: Inside the extreme birdwatching documentary with Owen and Quentin Reiser
Quentin Reiser
Co-creator of 'Listers' documentary and bird enthusiast
The Listers Movie
Episode: LISTERS: Inside the extreme birdwatching documentary with Owen and Quentin Reiser
Jen Brumfield
An acclaimed birder and educator specializing in urban birding and rarity identification.
Cleveland Metro Parks
Episode: How to find rare birds with Jen Brumfield

Hosts

George Armistead
Host known for his comedic approach and extensive birding knowledge, bringing a light-hearted touch to the discussions while educating on various bird species.
Alvaro Jaramillo
Co-host known for his expertise in birding, culture, and storytelling, often providing insights into the connections between birding and travel.
Mollee Brown
Co-host recognized for her infectious enthusiasm and detailed knowledge of birding as well as her ability to relate experiences in a fun and engaging manner.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 337 ratings
  • Brilliant - Birds AND Pizzas (and other things)

    I love this podcast and have just finished re-listening to all the old episodes. It’s a lovely mix of them talking about birds and their birding experiences along with lots of other random stuff (including weird American pizzas 😀 and George’s junk food addiction). It is great that it always just sounds like a fun conversation between friends. They have great guests as well

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colin Conroy
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Learning so much and inspired

    This is my favorite podcast. I'm a relatively new birder (6 years) and this podcast has deepened my love for birding. I feel more connected to the community. Listening to Molle, George and Alvaro has expanded my horizons about where I could go birding (maybe Alaska or India!) they just normalize it. Also that birding at home is equally interesting and exciting. I loved the episode on migration my new passion. Thank you 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ellora 108
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent podcast

    My favorite podcast. Highly recommend it for anyone interested in birding and nature! Informative, funny and just a great time listening! I look forward to every episode. Give it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScrubJay67
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great listen

    Informative. Engaging. Inspiring. Relaxing. Wholesome. The perfect podcast for birders or anybody interested in nature, conservation and international travel. 5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennessee farming
    United States2 months ago
  • Always informative and entertaining

    I don’t think I’ve missed an episode. I love the deep dives, the silliness, the food for thought and am most excited about connecting and reconnecting with some listeners during the upcoming Life List trip to India.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nbrockamp
    Canada2 months ago

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The inclusion of diverse guests enriches the content and broadens perspectives on birding issues.
Many find the episodes both informative and relaxing, ideal for anyone interested in nature, regardless of their prior knowledge.
The dynamic among the hosts is often highlighted, making episodes feel like enjoyable conversations among friends.
Some listeners express a desire for a clearer structure in the episodes despite enjoying the informal banter.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and insightful information about birding and nature.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#27
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#193
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#30
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#84
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#186
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#42
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Winter birding, subsistence hunting, and a backyard bird feeding debate
Q: How do you feel about feeding wild birds?
Feeding birds has pros and cons, but the hosts agree on its benefits for enjoyment and observing birds closely.
LISTERS: Inside the extreme birdwatching documentary with Owen and Quentin Reiser
Q: How did you prepare for your big year?
I found a bird guidebook and realized there were many birds in the US and we set out on a road trip to see them.
LISTERS: Inside the extreme birdwatching documentary with Owen and Quentin Reiser
Q: Did you consider how you were going to present the movie before filming?
We realized we needed to do a feature length film while filming.
Global conservation and the Birdfair that started a movement with Tim Appleton
Q: What do you say to folks about taking local conservation ideas to a larger scale?
Tim advises to inspire through volunteering and starting local initiatives, emphasizing that every small effort counts towards larger conservation goals.
Behind the scenes of working at Cape May Bird Observatory
Q: What has been one of your most interesting days in counting hawks?
Aidan recounts a day where he counted 395 Merlins, which was an impressive flight during his monitoring period.

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2. Rosemary Mosco
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4. Joshua Covill
5. Brian Sullivan
6. Bonner Black
7. Owen Reiser
8. Quentin Reiser

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