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The Spark Bird Podcast

Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally
Birding
Field Guides
Community Science
Conservation
Ospreys
Citizen Science
Mentorship
Ornithology
Mental Health
Community Engagement
Inclusivity
Birding Community
Nature Journaling
Roger Tory Peterson
Bird Conservation
Piping Plover
Watercolor Art
Environmental Education
Chronic Trauma
Sandhill Crane

The Spark Bird Project is an ongoing community science initiative designed to gather, share, and study the stories of people's passion for birds. Research findings go directly back to community partners to inform their efforts towards inclusively sparking and sustaining birders. Learn more and share your story at www.spark-bird.org!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes41Foundeda year ago
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In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome Jeffrey Train, educator and co-founder of Our Tern in Hoboken, New Jersey. What began as curiosity quickly grew into a passion for birding, teaching, and commu... more

On this week's episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally sit down with journalist, birder, and author Joe Trezza. Joe shares the unforgettable turkey vulture spectacle that became his spark bird experience, reflec... more

On this week's episode of The Spark Bird Podcast our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome celebrated cartoonist, author, and naturalist Rosemary Mosco. Rosemary shares her lifelong connection to birds, from childhood backyard discoveries t... more

In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally are joined by Tom Ryan, an ornithologist and former student of Janet's at Canisius High School.

Tom shares his journey from a childhood love of ducks to a defini... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Trezza
Journalist, birder and author; writer for The New York Times, The Washington Post, Birding Magazine and BWD Magazine
Independent writer; upcoming book author
Episode: Life Lists and Nemesis Birds with Joe Trezza
Rosemary Mosco
Cartoonist, naturalist, and science communicator
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Episode: Bird and Moon with Rosemary Mosco
Tom Ryan
Researcher/PhD student and educator in ornithology
Cornell University / Tree Swallows research / ESF (SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry)
Episode: Tom Ryan's Journey Into Ornithology
Paul Groleau
President of Feather Friendly Technologies Inc.
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Episode: Being Feather Friendly with Paul Groleau
Nina Hale
Artist and founder of Birdsong Bracelets
Birdsong Bracelets
Episode: Beading Birdsong: Art and Activism with Nina Hale
Mel Julien
Community Engagement Director, NYC Plover Project
New York City Plover Project
Episode: Sharing the Shore with Mel Julien
Angela Schumpert
Founder of The Bird Nerd and creator of The Flock community
The Bird Nerd / The Flock
Episode: Angela Schumpert on Backyard Birds and Building The Flock
Jamie Cunningham
Education Director for Black Swamp Bird Observatory; festival organizer and photography guide
Black Swamp Bird Observatory; Saberwing Nature Tours
Episode: Jamie Cunningham and The Biggest Week in American Birding
Corina Newsome
Conservation Scientist at National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation
Episode: Birds on the Niagara: Corina Newsome on Urban Landscapes and Creating Spaces

Hosts

Jenn Lodi-Smith
Host and advocate for using birding as a way to foster community and inspire storytelling, with a focus on mental health and accessibility in birding.
Janet McNally
Co-host and educator dedicated to promoting birding as a way to connect people with nature, emphasizing community building and mentorship.

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#55
United States/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#155
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#65
Austria/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#99
Hong Kong/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#218
India/Science/Nature

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Beading Birdsong: Art and Activism with Nina Hale
Q: Can you share your Spark Bird story and how it led to Birdsong Bracelets?
Nina describes growing up around birds, later finding inspiration in Costa Rica, discovering the beauty of wild parrots, and then pursuing birding more seriously in 2016. This sparked her idea to translate spectrograms into beaded bracelet designs portraying endangered or extinct species.
Finding Wonder in the Dark with Leigh Ann Henion
Q: What drew you to write about darkness and how do you hope readers respond?
She explains that darkness reveals things not visible in light, teaches patience and mindfulness, and reframes darkness as habitat and a source of life and wonder, encouraging readers to turn off unnecessary lights and to seek immersive experiences in the night.
Finding Wonder in the Dark with Leigh Ann Henion
Q: Can you share your Spark Bird story?
Leigh Ann describes a personal flock of Spark Birds, starting with chickadees and great blue herons, and recounts how these experiences led her to embed in the World Series of Birding and develop a deep appreciation for observing birds with all senses. She emphasizes that wonder can be found close to home, in everyday places like ditches and parking lots, and that these moments shape her writing and teaching.
Life Lists and Nemesis Birds with Joe Trezza
Q: What sparked your love of birds as a kid?
A dramatic sighting of a large kettle of turkey vultures circling near a lakeside and the subsequent hands-on experiences at a local nature center planted a lasting curiosity that evolved into a life-long pursuit of birding and listing.
From Oil Spill to Advocacy with Isabelle Groc
Q: What role do young birders play in your projects?
She highlights intergenerational mentorship, featuring young birders like Adam Ross to foster dialogue and inspire the next generation to protect habitats such as mudflats where migratory birds rely on biofilm.

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Focused on the rich relationship between people and birds, the content explores narratives that inspire passion for birding and its communities. The discussions often center on personal stories of guests who share meaningful experiences with birds, emphasizing themes like conservation, mental health, and accessibility in birding. Unique insights from leaders in the field, artists, and community advocates contribute to a nuanced understanding of how birding connects individuals to nature and enhances well-being. Engaging narratives combined with expert perspectives create a compelling blend that appeals to both birding enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

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1. Joe Trezza
2. Rosemary Mosco
3. Tom Ryan
4. Paul Groleau
5. Nina Hale
6. Mel Julien
7. Angela Schumpert
8. Jamie Cunningham

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