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Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds is a call-in show of entertaining conversation about wild birds -- attracting them to your back yard, identifying them, feeding them, and learning more about them along the way. Every week, we have contests for prizes like bird feeders and other great bird-related stuff, along with expert guests. So, whether you're an experienced birder, or you're new to birding, listen i... more

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On our latest show: A preview of a big birding festival; a salute to an Audubon chapter’s 100th Anniversary; and Mike O’Connor’s advice on feeding birds during snowstorms

On our latest show (#1,071 Jan. 4): special guest Ryan Goldberg on his terrific new book, Bird City: Adventures in New York’s Urban Wilds. Plus, backyard birding expert Mike O’Connor with some backyard suet-substitution ideas. Hear it here: Talkinbir... more

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On our latest show: The Five Forests of Central America, and their importance for birds: Mike O’Connor’s thoughts about bird lists and journals; and an Audio Postcard from a San Diego Bird and Butterfly Garden.

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On our latest show (#1,069 Dec. 21): The five Kiwi species of New Zealand; Mike O’Connor on mixed winter bird flocks; and Freya McGregor on how she’s helping make birding accessible to all.

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Recent Guests

Ryan Goldberg
Author and birder, known for his book 'Bird City: Adventures in New York's Urban Wilds'
Episode: #1,071 Jan. 4, 2026
Ana Lello-Smith
Avian Conservation Coordinator for the Wildlife Conservation Society's Mesoamerica and Western Caribbean
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Episode: #1,070 Dec. 28, 2025
Alice Madden
Senior Director of Climate Strategy for National Audubon
National Audubon Society
Episode: #1,068 Dec. 14, 2025
Hardy Kern
Director of Government Relations for American Bird Conservancy's Pesticides and Birds Campaigns
American Bird Conservancy
Episode: #1,067 Dec. 7, 2025
Donald Ditzenberger
U.S. Birding and Observation Account Manager for Vortex Optics
Vortex Optics
Episode: #1,066 Nov. 30, 2025
Jim Randolph
Ambassador at Talkin' Birds
Episode: #1,066 Nov. 30, 2025
Lindsay Slack
Founder of the Everybody Birding Club in Columbus, Ohio
Everybody Birding Club
Episode: #1,065 Nov. 23, 2025
Olivia Sanderfoot
New leader of Project FeederWatch
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Episode: #1,063 Nov. 9, 2025
Donna Poissant
Environmental Interpretive Center staff member at the University of Michigan, Dearborn, and creator of the Birding by Ear program
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Episode: #1,060 Oct. 19, 2025

Host

Ray Brown
Host of engaging discussions focused on birds, birdwatching, and conservation efforts. He facilitates a lively environment for listeners to learn and participate.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Great Podcast for Birders!

    Talkin’ Birds has a long history of educating as well as entertaining birders by telling us more about our feathered friends. It has a formula that includes news, call in games, and humor. It’s a great way to learn as well as be amused.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prairie_Dog
    United Statesa year ago
  • The best birding podcast

    The best birding podcast in my opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steamboat89
    United Statesa year ago
  • Keepin’ it BIRDY!

    It’s always so much fun listening to Talkin’ Birds!! There’s a cool formula to the show but one never knows what’s coming next! Great for birders of all ages and abilities to enjoy. Check it out! Jo in Ca

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doobah
    United States2 years ago
  • I absolutely LOVE this Podcast.

    Talkin Birds is my absolute favorite Podcast. I never miss an episode. Both informative and humorous. I recommend this PodCast to everyone. I cannot wait for each new Podcast. I have learned so much from this show. The only reason I am giving this Podcast 5 stars is because you can’t give 6.

    Jim Curley

    Ironton Ohio

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KE8EON
    United States2 years ago
  • CD

    Talkin’ Birds is a great resource for information about birds and conservation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CeceD.
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall positive reception, frequently highlighted for its blend of humor and valuable information.
Informative with a fun twist, providing both education and entertainment.
Listeners appreciate the community feel and the call-in format that fosters interaction.
Regular segments like the mystery bird contest keep it engaging and participatory.
Caters to birders at all levels, making it accessible for beginners while still engaging for veterans.

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#69
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#145
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#108
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#83
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#103
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#1,071 Jan. 4, 2026
Q: Can you tell us about the challenges that birds face in urban environments?
Ryan discusses how essential green spaces serve as oases for migrating birds in New York City, despite the limited natural areas available.
#1,071 Jan. 4, 2026
Q: What inspired you to write this book?
Ryan was inspired by his experiences as a new birder and reporter, wanting to chronicle the birding community in New York City.
#1,070 Dec. 28, 2025
Q: What makes you optimistic about conservation efforts despite the challenges?
The local and indigenous communities actively working to protect the forests give me hope, as they are successfully stopping illegal deforestation and reforesting degraded areas.
#1,070 Dec. 28, 2025
Q: What are the Five Great Forests, and why are they so important?
They are the largest blocks of tropical forests left in Mesoamerica, essential for migratory birds and critical for biodiversity and carbon storage.
#1,069 Dec. 21, 2025
Q: Tell us what the Certified Access Birding Adding Leader course entails and who is it for?
It's a 30-hour course over eight weeks designed to teach birding leaders how to create inclusive and accessible outings for birders with disabilities.

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Focuses on engaging and entertaining discussions around wild birds, attracting and identifying them, and providing insights on bird-related topics. The content includes expert interviews, listener call-ins, educational segments on bird conservation, and various birdwatching events. Notably, it emphasizes inclusivity in birding, reaching audiences of all experience levels while merging fun contests and community-driven initiatives, making it a unique blend of education and entertainment.

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Talkin' Birds launched 20 years ago and published 302 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 Talkin' Birds include:

1. Ryan Goldberg
2. Ana Lello-Smith
3. Alice Madden
4. Hardy Kern
5. Donald Ditzenberger
6. Jim Randolph
7. Lindsay Slack
8. Olivia Sanderfoot

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