Best Mountain And Marsh Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 33. Ajay Tegala - Horsell Common, Surrey 47:54

4h ago47:54

47:54

This week Matt heads to Horsell Common with author, presenter and Ranger Ajay Tegala. Neither of them have been to Horsell Common before so they enjoy an explore of the area and Ajay sees a bird he hasn’t seen in years. There’s also Birding Questions and Matt share more about his Winterwatch experience. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feath…

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Ep 32. RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 57:18

7h ago57:18

57:18

Matt and Sarah want you to join the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 which runs between 24th and 26th January, so they do a practice run in their garden bird hide and answer questions about getting involved! Find out more about Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 and sign up here. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Mat…

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Ep 31. Birding Questions Special 59:28

2h ago59:28

59:28

Matt answers your questions and voicenotes in a special episode this week. And stay tuned until the end to hear a big announcement! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Ep 30. Robbie McIntosh - RSPB Radipole, Weymouth 48:33

1M ago48:33

48:33

In the final episode of 2024 Matt heads to Weymouth to go for a birwatching walk with guitar legend, Robbie McIntosh. Robbie has played with Paul McCartney, Sir Tom Jones, John Mayer, and Norah Jones to name but a few, but he is also a keen birdwatcher. They hope to see Cetti's Warblers and Bearded Tit. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathe…

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Ep 29. Starling Murmuration - RSPB Ham Wall, Somerset 58:28

1M ago58:28

58:28

It's our first walk in the South West! Join Matt and Sarah as they look for the starling murmuration on the beautiful Somerset Levels. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Ep 28. Bonner Black – Askham Bog, York 54:30

1M ago54:30

54:30

Join Matt for this week's walk in York with Nashville artist and viral birdy sensation, Bonner Black! It's Bonner's first time birding in the UK so she's excited to see which quintessential British birds she can add to her life list. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Sprack…

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Ep 27. A Quest for Lammergeier - The Pyrenees Mountains 58:30

2M ago58:30

58:30

Matt and Adam Bolton head to The Pyrenees Mountains in search of vultures on their Spanish Adventure! How do the boys get on when locked into a bird hide for eight hours?! And will they see the Lammergeier? Send your Birding Questions on DM's on Instagram or email info@rocknrollbirder.com Follow Matt on Instagram and TikTok @RocknRollBirder to see …

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Ep 26. Sean McCormack, The Ealing Beaver Project 59:30

2M ago59:30

59:30

This week it's all about the birds and the beavers. Matt takes a stroll around The Ealing Beaver Project with Project Lead, Dr Sean McCormack. Sean is a vet, conservationist and presenter. He's so knowledgable about all things wildlife and shares with Matt all about the amazing work they're doing at the project. Follow Sean on Instagram, @thatvetse…

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Ep 25. Warnham Nature Reserve, West Sussex 59:38

3M ago59:38

59:38

Series 3 is here! Matt has been up to all sorts of birding in our pod break but we're back with a spooky stroll around Warnham Nature Reserve in West Sussex. Matt and Sarah are hoping to see a Kingfisher, Great Spotted Woodpecker or a Bullfinch... but will they? There's also some excellent Birding Questions. Do send in yours on DM's on Instagram or…

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Coverage of the Iron Dread Strongest: Event 2 Monster Duck Walk 7:52

3M ago7:52

7:52

In this special event, we have coverage of one of our classes in Event 2 of the Iron Dread Strongest challenge the Monster Duck Walk. Student Commentators Mason McCalister and Holden Neimi call all the action of their classes attempts of the challenge. Hope to have these two back to do more segments for our Radio and Podcasts. Follow Coach Chris Wh…

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Ep 24. Finally a Bearded Tit? - Farlington Marshes 59:41

4M ago59:41

59:41

In the final walk of the series will Matt FINALLY see a Bearded Tit after years of searching? Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt S…

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Ep 23. Șeniz Mustafa - Seven Sisters 49:46

4M ago49:46

49:46

Matt headed to Seven Sisters to go on a Gull survey with White Stork researcher and ecologist, Șeniz Mustafa. Unfortunately the weather was pretty intense with thirty-six mile an hour winds - but they soldier on! Follow Șeniz on Instagram. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to th…

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Ep 22. Mya Bambrick - Ham Common, Poole 57:04

4M ago57:04

57:04

Matt heads down to Poole to go in search of Ospreys with Mya Bambrick. Mya is part of the Birds of Poole Harbour team and at a young age already has a wealth of experience - rising through the conservation ranks. Follow Mya on Instagram. And head to Birds of Poole Harbour website to find out more about the project. Email your birding questions to i…

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Ep 21. Paul Bennett - RSPB Coombes Valley 53:34

4M ago53:34

53:34

This week Matt is shown round RSPB Coombes Valley by Warden, Paul Bennett. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Ep 20. Baby Cuckoo - Lyndon Nature Reserve, Rutland 48:34

5M ago48:34

48:34

This week Matt and Sarah go off in search of a baby cuckoo and the ospreys at Lyndon Nature Reserve in Rutland. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food…

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Ep 19. Jack Baddams (Part 2) - Sherwood Forest 51:41

5M ago51:41

51:41

We had such a brilliant walk with Jack Baddams in Sherwood Forest that we had to come back with a second part! There’s also some cracking birding questions. Follow Jack on Insta, buy his book 'Springwatch: Birdtopia' and make sure to download his podcast 'How Many Geese'. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials …

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Ep 18. Naomi Johns - The Bird of Prey Project, Bath 1:00:27

5M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Matt is heads out around the grounds of The Bird of Prey Project with Centre Manager, Naomi Johns. Naomi is fascinating and so passionate about the centre and the birds they look after. You'll love joining them for this walk. And Matt and Sarah also have some news to share! Find out more about the Project on their website. Follow them on Instagram,…

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Ep 17. Jon Carter - BTO HQ, Norfolk 55:45

5M ago55:45

55:45

This week Matt is very lucky to have a walk around the grounds at the British Trust of Ornathology HQ with their Media Manager, Jon Carter. Jon is a life-longer birder and a fellow punk, so they had plenty to chat about! The BTO is such an important organisation and so it was a real honour to hear about some of their important work on this walk – a…

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Ep 16. @WildlifeWithCookie – RSPB Otmoor 54:32

6M ago54:32

54:32

This week Matt takes a stroll with WildlifeWithCookie, aka James Cook, around RSPB Otmoor. Cookie is a content creator who goes looking for all the rarest wildlife in the UK - so he's got some stories to tell! Follow Cookie on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. …

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Strength Staff Summer 2024| IDP Ep. 78 1:26:23

6M ago1:26:23

1:26:23

Episode #78: We had a round table discussion with the DHS S&C Staff featuring Dan Delduca and new this year Coach Derrik Marry. We discussed many different topics, from our program's state to children's films. Do you want to continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the new social handle @Irondreadpod and use #IDPodcast to d…

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Ep 15. Elle Kaye – Chobham Common 58:27

6M ago58:27

58:27

This week Matt is joined by award winning bird taxidermist, Elle Kaye. Elle is as fascinating as she is talented so we were delighted that she joined us for a birdwatching walk around Surrey’s Chobham Common. Hear all about Elle’s decade-long career, her struggles with social media and her excitement as she spots a lifer! See Elle’s work at the Nat…

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Ep 14. Marsh Harriers at RSBP Leighton Moss 55:44

6M ago55:44

55:44

This week Matt and Sarah are up in Lancashire visiting RSPB Leighton Moss. The birds that could be spotted include Bittern, Osprey, Bearded Tit and Marsh Harrier… but what will be seen? There's also Birding Questions that you've sent in! Follow RSPB Leighton Moss on X. Email your birding questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials @Ro…

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Ep 13. Jack Baddams - Sherwood Forest 51:53

6M ago51:53

51:53

We're back! And with a cracking guest. This week Springwatch's Jack Baddams takes Matt on a point survey through Sherwood Forest. Jack's passion for all things birdy is infectious. We had a fantastic walk with him and we can't wait for you to share it with us. Follow Jack on Insta, buy his book 'Springwatch: Birdtopia' and make sure to download his…

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Ep 12. Hoping for Owls - Bushy Park, London 1:01:54

7M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

In the final episode of the series Matt and Sarah head back to Bushy Park on a lovely summer evening to hopefully see Little Owl and Barn Owl. They manage to see a wildlife first for both of them and bump into a friend on the walk. But will they see the owls? Email your birding questions for Series 2 to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM us on socials …

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Ep 11. Tom Morath - Hawk Conservancy Trust 57:51

8M ago57:51

57:51

This week Tom Morath shows Matt around the Hawk Conservancy Trust and even makes a dream of Matt's come true. Tom is the Deputy Head of the Living Collection at the Trust as well as the host of their podcast, Nature's A Hoot. Tom has worked hands-on with birds of prey for more than 15 years and his passion for them is palpable. You're going to love…

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Ep 10. Longing for Bullfinch - Danby Lodge, North York Moors 53:38

8M ago53:38

53:38

Matt hasn’t seen a Bullfinch for three years and so is desperate to find one on his walk with Sarah on the North York Moors. Will they be successful? Email your questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM them to us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 fo…

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Bonus Ep: Dr Matt Stevens - Part 2 33:18

8M ago33:18

33:18

We had such an amazing day with Dr Matt Stevens of the Hawk Conservancy Trust that we couldn't fit it all into one episode! So here is a bonus pod with more Dr Matt. Make sure to follow the Hawk Conservancy Trust on Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook. Book tickets to visit the Trust, donate and keep up to date with their latest news on their website…

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Ep 9. Dr Matt Stevens - Hawk Conservancy Trust 1:00:45

8M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

This week Matt goes on a birding expedition with Dr Matt Stevens from the Hawk Conservancy Trust. This is an episode like no other as we get to experience a morning with Matt while he checks in on some of the many thousands of nest boxes he's in charge of. His knowledge is next level so we enjoy soaking up some of his expertise while he allows us t…

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Ep 8. Jackie Morris - St Davids 1:02:49

8M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

This week Matt went for a birdwatching stroll with artist and author, Jackie Morris. Jackie has an unbelievable way with words and shared her passion for the birdlife around her local area. It was a real treat to spend the day with her. Matt and Jackie hope to see cuckoo, raven and chough. They talk about Jackie’s current projects as well as the fa…

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3B Outdoors - Lee Made It! 3:34:49

8M ago3:34:49

3:34:49

Kris, Lee and Dennon stop in to talk about what 3B has in store for the near future and we tell many hunting stories. And other stories. It is another fun one. Enjoy!By Mountain and Marsh

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Ep 7. Puffins on Skomer Island 1:00:01

8M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

This week Matt and Sarah head to Skomer Island to see the puffins! There's also some birding questions about protecting nests from corvids, fledgling birds and how to keep partner's happy on birdwatching expeditions! Email your questions to info@rocknrollbirder.com or DM them to us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Gree…

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Ep 6. Lee Tilley - Kempton Nature Reserve 1:07:19

9M ago1:07:19

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In this episode Matt goes on a birdwatching walk with a warden of Kempton Nature Reserve, Lee Tilley. The boys discuss what it means to be a warden, the story of an overly enthusiastic woodpecker and they chat bird lists. It’s currently Mental Health Awareness week and Lee generously shares how birding has helped him with his mental health journey.…

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Offseason Tips 21:54

9M ago21:54

21:54

This is a simple and short podcast about some tips for the offseason pertaining to fall and winter hunting seasons.By Mountain and Marsh

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Ep 5. David Joseph, Held By Trees - New Forest 56:32

9M ago56:32

56:32

This week Matt heads out for a birdwatching walk with his old friend and frontman of Held By Trees, David Joseph. It's the perfect episode to follow International Dawn Chorus Day as David created the beautiful music that you hear each week on the podcast which was inspired by the dawn chorus. Matt chats to David about incorporating nature sounds in…

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Ep 4. Garden Birdwatching 57:10

9M ago57:10

57:10

In this week’s Garden Bird special Matt and Sarah have a birdwatching session at the end of their garden. Matt answers your garden bird questions including how to attract different species, how to keep squirrels off your feeders and what to do if you only have a city centre patch. If you have any other birding questions do email us on info@rocknrol…

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Morel Mushroom Hunting w/ Shon Butler of Longspur Tracking and Outfitters 1:06:24

9M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

If professional morel mushroom hunter was a legitimate title, Shon Butler would hold it. He and his family from Buckhannon, West Virginia are legit. And it helps that Shon is a forester and avid woodsman and hunter. If you have ever had any questions about morels and foraging, this podcast is for you.…

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Ep 3. Paul Lawston - WWT London Wetland Centre 54:03

9M ago54:03

54:03

This week Matt takes a stroll around the hides at WWT London Wetland Centre with their Learning Manager, Paul Lawston. As wetlands provide such a brilliant habitat for different species they hope to see Bittern, Jack Snipe and Goldeneye. What will they find on their birdwatching walk? Listen as Paul talks about his work at the Wetland Centre includ…

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Ep 2. Adam Bolton, Surrey Wildlife Trust - Ockham Commons 59:49

10M ago59:49

59:49

In this episode Matt goes for a birdwatching walk with Adam Bolton, the Conservation Manager at Surrey Wildlife Trust. As Adam shows Matt around one of his many sites, Ockham Commons, they go in search of Dartford Warblers. Adam really is a fountain of knowledge so it’s a brilliant chat about what a rich tapestry heathland is for birding and wildli…

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Ep 1. Searching for Waxwings - Bushy Park, London 43:51

10M ago43:51

43:51

It’s the first walk of the series! Matt and Sarah head to Bushy Park as they’ve had a tip off that Waxwing have been spotted. Will they manage to track them down? Also in the episode, we answer some listener questions and find out more about how Matt got into birding. Follow on Instagram and TikTok @RocknRoll Birder Email in your Birding Questions …

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Tom Maliszewski - Public Land Turkeys In Maryland 1:02:42

10M ago1:02:42

1:02:42

Tom is the president of the NWTF in Maryland. He is a wealth of turkey knowledge and adds many tricks and tips into the podcast. We talk public land all across the state, turkey numbers in Maryland and the effect of shooting jakes versus managing turkeys. Enjoy! Be sure to reach out to your local NWTF chapter to see what you can do for your local t…

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Rock 'n Roll Birder Podcast: Trailer 4:51

10M ago4:51

4:51

Join Matt Spracklen, the Rock ‘n Roll Birder, on a weekly birdwatching walk. Throughout the series he’ll be joined by guests who have turned their love of birds & wildlife into their profession, and by his wife, Sarah, a budding amateur excited to learn throughout the series. The Rock ‘n Roll Birder will take you with him to sites and reserves acro…

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Rocky Mountain Race Chaplain -- Jim Mitchell (Part2) 34:33

10M ago34:33

34:33

Having been rescued from a purposeless life and brought into fellowship with God by a resurrected faith in the Lord Jesus, Jim Mitchell began seeking God's direction for fulfilling Christ's purposes in his life. He and his wife, Robin, living in the Denver, Colorado area, became a vital part of the chaplain team at Colorado National Speedway. As a …

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Rocky Mountain Race Chaplain -- Jim Mitchell (Part1) 31:10

10M ago31:10

31:10

Jim Mitchell has served as part of the chaplain team at Colorado National Speedway for several years, and he and his team have fine tuned their ministry with some excellent approaches and perspectives. The road to becoming part of the chaplain team, and serving as lead chaplain for a number of years, was not an easy one, however. However, lots of t…

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Cory Lednum - Should Maryland's Eastern Shore Be A One-Buck Region? 2:02:03

10M ago2:02:03

2:02:03

As most folks in the tri-state area know, the ESMD, Delware and the ESVA are their own entity. The landscapes and therefore the hunting is not the same as anywhere else locally. Cory strives to move the needle for change on Maryland's Eastern Shore. An avid hunter and the owner of CL Habitat Management, Cory is at the forefront of these issues. Thi…

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Tony Moran - Two time bootcamper and company director career switches into tech 1:06:48

11M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

In this episode, I'm joined by ⁠Command Shift⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Northcoders alum ⁠⁠Tony Moran, who talks about his experience of completing two bootcamps, and he explains some of the key differences between a part time and full time commitment. Tony also shares an insight into what it feels like to make a career switch from managing director of a company, to…

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