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Naturally Adventurous

Ken Behrens & Charley Hesse
Birding
Senegal
Japan
California
Golden Nightjar
Tropical Birding
Los Angeles
Mountain Quail
Florida
Quail Plover
Hawaiian Birds
Pacific Coast
Electric Vehicles
Invasive Species
Conservation
Everglades
Amami Rabbit
Puerto Vallarta
Okinawa Rail
Okinawa Woodpecker

Charley Hesse and Ken Behrens have travelled all over the globe, and accumulated a lifetime worth of adventure stories, in pursuit of wild places and wild creatures. Both are lifelong birding and natural history fanatics, and professional guides. Charley was born in the UK, but has spent his life living in Japan, Ecuador, South Africa, and now Thailand. Ken was born in the US, and has lived in Sou... more

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Today Charley & Ken chat about places they would love to travel to but can't.

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The final installment of our Panama series. Ken tells Charley about his western Panama adventure. How did Ken manage to miss all the brushfinches yet find all the quail-doves?! How was his climb up Panama's highest mountain?

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Podcast listener Jason Lewis shares his epic birding adventures from Central Peru in the second of this 2 parter.

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Is the Darien actually the dangerous borderland that most people make it out to be? Is it crazy to bring young kids on a Darien trek to visit the nest of a Harpy Eagle?! Ken tells Charley about his eastern Panama adventure.

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Recent Guests

Jason Lewis
Listener guest, adventurous birder
Independent traveler
Episode: S6E34: Central Peru with Jason Lewis
Nick Bonomo
Birder and former guest of the podcast
Episode: S6E29: Bulgaria with Nick Bonomo
Richard Pearce
Wildlife guide and conservationist based in Japan
Episode: S6E28: Japanese Giant Salamanders with Richard Pearce
Keith Barnes
Good friend and boss at Tropical Birding Tours
Tropical Birding
Episode: S6E25: Seeing the World's Bird Families
Harish Thangaraj
One of India's top birders known for his significant discoveries.
Episode: S6E20: Rediscovering Lost Indian Birds with Harish Thangaraj
Charley Harcourt
Executive Director of the Myanmar Foundation for Analytic Education
Myanmar Foundation for Analytic Education
Episode: S6E18: Myanmar with Charlie Harcourt
Andrés Vazquez
Friend of Charley and Ken, and birding enthusiast
Episode: S6E17: Ken in Ecuador - Part 2
Alex Luna
Tropical Birding expert and resident around Mindo.
Tropical Birding
Episode: S6E17: Ken in Ecuador - Part 2
Colin Conroy
A professional botanist with experience in Lebanon, passionate about birding and nature
Episode: S6E16: Lebanon with Colin Conroy

Hosts

Charley Hesse
Host with extensive experience in birding and nature, having lived in various international locations.
Ken Behrens
Co-host and professional birding guide with significant experience in natural history and travel.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 217 ratings
  • Most enjoyable

    Really enjoy all these NA podcasts and appreciate the efforts put in. Specially liked birding with Charley in Chiang Mai!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    orang2020
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Top 5 reasons to follow this show

    Huge fan of the show and listen to it every week. Birdwatching around the world is the biggest focus but lots of travel experiences, culture, nature beyond birds, is included. It keeps adding to my ever deepening wish list of natural history adventures. Gets me more motivated and inspired to get out there and see and hear the world’s nature.

    The show often does a top 5 or top 10 list of things for various locations, and here's my top five on what I like most about the podcast:

    5. Fuel for y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birding&Biz&Kids
    United States8 months ago
  • A wonderful part of my commute

    A birder friend of mine recommended this podcast to me, and I’ve been absolutely hooked! I consider myself just a general nature and wildlife lover, including birds, and all of the episodes so far have been wonderful! It’s a great escape from my city commute and I look forward to listening to each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rinachick
    United States8 months ago
  • Best natural history show

    If you have ever wanted to listen to stories and be inspired to explore more of our world’s natural history then this show is for you. Bird based but with enough content on other wildlife, habitats and cultural aspects to appeal to most keen adventurers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birding and adventure
    Australiaa year ago
  • Highly recommended

    A brilliant podcast for nature lovers, and the adventurous!

    I don’t miss a week of naturally adventurous.

    Highly recommended 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dev Simpkins
    South Africaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' storytelling abilities and their knowledge about wildlife and travel.
The podcast is seen as a perfect blend of adventure, education, and humor, making it both entertaining and informative.
Audiences recognize the distinct cultural insights provided alongside nature topics, increasing its value to travelers.
Many reviews highlight the engaging dynamic between the hosts, enhancing the listening experience.

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Talking Points

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S6E34: Central Peru with Jason Lewis
Q: What was the genesis of the Central Peru trip?
Jason explains that after a Pantanal trip with his grandfather, he discussed aspirations with Gunnar and the idea of finding the most notable Andean birding experiences with manageable but challenging logistics, leading to a focus on the Central Peru circuit.
S6E29: Bulgaria with Nick Bonomo
Q: Do you think you stood out obviously as a foreigner?
Nick reflects that anywhere he walks around with a scope of binoculars, he's going to stick out in some way.
S6E29: Bulgaria with Nick Bonomo
Q: How is life?
Nick shares that he is doing super well and has lots of travel planned for 2025.
S6E27: Argentina with Andres Vasquez
Q: What kind of difficulties did you face while guiding in Argentina?
Difficulties included logistical challenges with travel, meal timings, and ensuring early birding sessions that often conflicted with local customs.
S6E27: Argentina with Andres Vasquez
Q: What makes the northwest region of Argentina special for birding?
The region is home to the largest concentration of endemic birds in Argentina and has incredible landscapes, making it a prime birding destination.

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This podcast centers around the experiences of two avid travelers and professional birding guides as they share their adventures in exploring the world's natural wonders. Covering a range of topics from birdwatching to cultural insights, the discussions often highlight unique wildlife encounters and travel logistics across diverse locations. The hosts, with their rich backgrounds and experiences living in countries like Japan, Ecuador, South Africa, and Madagascar, bring an international perspective to their narratives. Their storytelling not only captivates bird enthusiasts but also resonates with those interested in eco-tourism and the broader aspects of nature and culture.

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1. Life List: A Birding Podcast
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Naturally Adventurous launched 6 years ago and published 289 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Naturally Adventurous include:

1. Jason Lewis
2. Nick Bonomo
3. Richard Pearce
4. Keith Barnes
5. Harish Thangaraj
6. Charley Harcourt
7. Andrés Vazquez
8. Alex Luna

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