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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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Latest Episodes

On our latest show: Bird Canada’s countrywide Marsh Watch; a Featured Bird named for its nest; and Mike O’Connor’s thoughts on Sandhill Cranes and Pine Siskins.

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On our latest show: a guest from the Netherlands who cofounded a website that offers nearly a million recordings of birds and other wildlife -- plus our Mike O'Connor's report on his recent birding experience in Denmark.

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On our latest show: Part 2 of our Scott Weidensaul interview, along with Mike's birdbath advice, and a listener audio postcard from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

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On our latest show: Pulitzer Prize nominee Scott Weidensaul on his great new book, The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet. Plus, Mike O’Connor talks winter finches, and we meet the elusive Black Rail.

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Recent Guests

Leanne Latremoy
Integrated Monitoring and Bird Conservation Region Coordinator for Birds Canada and regional MarshWatch Coordinator
Birds Canada
Episode: #1,113 Oct. 25, 2026
Bob Planqué
Mathematics professor and co-founder of Xeno-canto
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Episode: #1,112 Oct. 18, 2026
Scott Weidensaul
Pulitzer Prize-nominated author, interviewed about his book The Return of the Oyster Catcher
Author, The Return of the Oyster Catcher
Episode: #1,111 Oct. 11, 2026
Mike O'Connor
Contributor discussing bird baths and field sustainability
Birdwatchers General Store
Episode: #1,111 Oct. 11, 2026
Ana Lello-Smith
Avian Conservation Coordinator for the Wildlife Conservation Society's Mesoamerica and Western Caribbean; lead author of the study
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: #1,109 Sept. 27, 2026
Lillian Armstrong
Special Events Coordinator for New Jersey Audubon and Cape May Bird Observatory
New Jersey Audubon / Cape May Bird Observatory
Episode: #1,108 Sept. 20, 2026
Jeff Hall
Executive Director, Audubon Society of Rhode Island
Audubon Rhode Island
Episode: #1,107 Sept. 13, 2026
Max McFarland
Director of Advocacy, Audubon Rhode Island
Audubon Rhode Island
Episode: #1,107 Sept. 13, 2026
Freya McGregor
Talkin Birds team member and researcher
Virginia Tech; Access Birding
Episode: #1,106 Sept. 6, 2026

Host

Ray Brown
Host of Talkin' Birds

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 229 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.

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    5
    Prairie_Dog
    United States2 years ago
  • The best birding podcast

    The best birding podcast in my opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steamboat89
    United States2 years 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 States3 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 States3 years ago
  • CD

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CeceD.
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the approachable mix of humor and science.
Guest variety—from scientists to educators—adds credibility and practicality.
The call-in format and mystery bird contests keep the show engaging.

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#82
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#83
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#126
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#1,112 Oct. 18, 2026
Q: And how big is it now with all these birds and other wildlife around the world?
Planqué says the site has about 1.1 million recordings, around 50,000 registered members, and approximately 13,000 contributors. It has expanded beyond birds to include groups such as grasshoppers, bats, land mammals, and frogs.
#1,112 Oct. 18, 2026
Q: So where did the idea come from for creating Zeno Canto? There's some need that you thought needed to be filled.
Planqué and a friend recorded wildlife sounds while traveling in South America, then found buying and managing recordings on CDs inefficient. They created a searchable website where people could share recordings.
#1,113 Oct. 25, 2026
Q: So how does that Marsh Monitoring program work? And what is the goal of that?
Its goal is long-term population monitoring that can guide conservation, restoration, and management decisions. It operates in British Columbia, the Great Lakes region in Canada and the United States, and Canada's Maritime Provinces.
#1,113 Oct. 25, 2026
Q: So what is MarshWatch?
Leanne Latremoy says it is a free, beginner-friendly education and webinar program that helps participants build bird identification skills by sight and sound, and can serve as a stepping stone to citizen science programs.
#1,111 Oct. 11, 2026
Q: What practical advice does Mike O'Connor offer for bird baths?
Place bird baths near a tree or shrub so birds feel protected after bathing, avoid hanging baths that rock, stabilize them before hanging, and consider hanging designs that birds can acclimate to gradually to encourage use.

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A lively call-in show about backyard birds, urban birding, conservation, and practical gear tips. Hosts guide audience through listener audio postcards, mystery bird contests, and sponsor reads while mixing educational segments with guest interviews ranging from local birding shops to researchers and conservation advocates. Recent episodes showcase festival previews (urban and regional birding events), the science behind bird behavior, and hands-on tips for feeders and backyard habitats. The format stands out for its community focus, ambassador programs, and ongoing partnerships with birding retailers and conservation groups, all wrapped in a friendly, accessible tone that appeals to both newcomers and veteran birders.

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Recent guests on Talkin' Birds include:

1. Leanne Latremoy
2. Bob Planqué
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4. Mike O'Connor
5. Ana Lello-Smith
6. Lillian Armstrong
7. Jeff Hall
8. Max McFarland

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