Best RSPB Podcasts (2024)

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Early morning, RSPB Lakenheath Fen, Suffolk, UK in May 2024 – by Talia Randall 4:13

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“An early morning wander through RSPB Lakenheath Fen, Suffolk, on a bright May morning. According to my bird identification app, throughout the recording, you’ll hear sedge warblers, blackbirds, a pheasant, a great tit, rooks, chiffchaffs, a wren, and the unmistakable call of the cuckoo. A little bit of sonic sunshine for these grey afternoons.”…

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6pm at Haworth Cemetery, West Yorkshire, UK on 10th April 2023 – by Cesar Gimeno Lavin 2:41

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2:41

“After all the day tourists have left and the evening starts to set in Haworth becomes very quiet and eerie. With the church and Brontë parsonage to one side and fields to the other the beautiful cemetery stands deserted. Just birds and livestock populate the area. This is my favourite time for a visit.”…

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Partially submerged handrail next to the pier, Cobh, Ireland in February 2024 – by Damian Drohan 1:13

7d ago1:13

1:13

“Cobh, February. A slimy slipway with uncertain footing. A microphone collects a rasping tone as the tape, holding it to a barnacle encrusted hand-rail, gives way. Secured, it reveals a metallic, reverberant, sonic world, brought forth by the percussive action of waves. The rail-end slips below the green, foam-topped water, and seeks to convey the …

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Wind, ocean and gulls, Bay Roberts, Newfoundland, Canada in Summer 2024 – by Laura Nerenberg 1:24

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Late night tennis match, North Carolina, USA in July 2024 – by Stuart Barefoot 39:59

2h ago39:59

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“Here I’m at a late night tennis match. I think it started just before 8 PM and went until around 10:30. It was at a tournament in North Carolina”By Field Recordings

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After the race, Old Town, San Sebastian, Spain on 8th September 2024 – by Eleanor Chalmers 0:57

3h ago0:57

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“Recording taken from the streets of the Old Town in San Sebastian after the final race of the Bandera de la Concha rowing regatta. This day was the final race of the summer and, to celebrate, all the local towns in the Basque region descend on San Sebastian to cheer on their local skiff boat and then pack the bars of the old town to celebrate/comm…

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Tooting Bec Lido, London, UK on 15th September 2024 – by Eleanor Chalmers 1:12

3h ago1:12

1:12

“Recorded on a Sunday morning at the glorious Tooting Bec Lido where swimmers were enjoying the last of the summer sun.”By Field Recordings

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Broken handrail on a fisherman’s hut, Cobh, Ireland in February 2024 – by Damian Drohan 2:42

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“A metal tube, maybe 30cm long, 3cm diameter, is threaded by a weathered rope whose hair-like filaments protrude in multiple directions. The rope sags in places and is taut in others as it describes a tired quadrilateral. Here and there hang other lengths of pipe. They used to form a handrail around a deck of sheared and twisted planks. The deck en…

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How to help your child find their dream career with headteacher Sophia Haughton 25:48

7d ago25:48

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What age should children start thinking about their future careers? It's never too early, argues headteacher Sophia Haughton on the Brummie Mummies podcast. The Heartlands Academy headteacher tells our host Zoe Chamberlain about how parents and schools can help kids find their dream career.By Laudable

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National March for Palestine, Russell Square, London, UK on 5th October 2024 around 1pm 3:34

6d ago3:34

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“From October 2023 to May this year, the Government issued over 100 new licences allowing UK companies to sell arms to Israel. On the 2nd September David Lammy revoked just 30 licences of the 350 currently granted. The licences revoked did not include the continued supply of spare parts for F-35 fighter jets, a key part of Israel’s military operati…

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EP9: Dr Sourav Roy discusses Roberta Boscolo's leadership at the World Meteorological Organisation 33:04

6d ago33:04

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In this episode Dr Sourav Roy finds out more about the accomplishments and leadership of global sustainability champion, Dr Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organisation. Roberta leads the Climate and Energy operations at the World Meteorological Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. Her main work is to enhance th…

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Sunday afternoon football in the rain, Sheffield, UK on 22nd September 2024 – by Andrew Conroy 1:07

7d ago1:07

1:07

“Please find attached a recording and image of an amateur men’s football match in Sheffield on a very wet and gloomy Sunday. If the date in the calendar said 22nd September, everything else said that British Summertime had unceremoniously ground to a halt.”By Field Recordings

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A pickup baseball game in Providence, Rhode Island, one summer evening in August 2024 – by Conor Gillies 0:32

9d ago0:32

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Marking the Autumn Equinox by a stream in Epping Forest, 22nd September 2024 – by Talia Randall 2:36

9d ago2:36

2:36

“The autumn equinox fell on Sunday 22nd of Sept 2024 at exactly 1:43 pm. In the northern hemisphere, this is the moment when the sun is exactly above the equator; when day […]By Field Recordings

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Moon rise with an orchestra rehearsal through an open door, North London, UK on the night of 18th September 2024 – by Eleanor McDowall 3:55

21d ago3:55

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“At the top of a hill in North London, as the Harvest Supermoon rises, the sound of an orchestra rehearsing pours into the night through an open door. Buses, children […]By Field Recordings

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How to survive Y11 - advice from headteacher Raj Mann 42:00

21d ago42:00

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Headteacher Raj Mann tells us all about how to navigate year 11! This episode is packed full of useful tips for parents who's children are tackling their final year of school.By Laudable

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Herons at night, Isle of Mull, Scotland in late summer 2024 – by Paul Ridout 2:59

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“We stayed on the shore of Loch Scridain and the night air brought with it a slightly disconcerting sound. I eventually established that it was not babies being murdered in the […]By Field Recordings

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Late August night in the Berkshire mountains of western Massachusetts, USA, 2024 – by Leah Kopperman 2:54

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Fog at Swallowtail Lighthouse, Grand Manan, New Brunswick, Canada in July 2024 – by Lu Olkowski 1:35

2M ago1:35

1:35

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Conversations from Earthfest: Caz Conneller, Director of Community & Culture at Loud Mobility 36:31

2M ago36:31

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In this episode of Racing Green, Adrian Ma chats with Caz Conneller from LOUD Mobility about her journey into the world of e-mobility and the inspiring She’s Electric campaign. Caz discusses the barriers women face in the e-bike world, exploring issues like safety concerns and representation. Caz shares her personal story and why she is committed t…

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Symphony of sheep bells, near Telti, Sardinia on 10th July 2022 – by Samantha Hodder 1:02

2M ago1:02

1:02

“I was travelling with my family on the island of Sardinia. We turned off the highway near Telti, a mountain town outside of Olbia, heading to an Agritourismo for dinner. […]By Field Recordings

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Hurdles and high jump at the Stade de France, Paris Olympics, France on Wednesday 7th August 2024 – by Alan Hall 3:09

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How to have a healthy, happy menopause with Dr Sarah Ball 1:02:44

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Menopause is something that affects everyone, either directly or indirectly, and it’s good to know about it well in advance so that you can spot the signs and take the best course of action for you. This week's guest is Dr Sarah Ball, a GP who runs the Health in Menopause Clinic in Sutton Coldfield. Sarah is keen to dispel myths and stigmas around …

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Stop the Far Right, Waltham Forest Immigration Bureau, London, UK at 8pm on 7th August 2024 3:07

2M ago3:07

3:07

“Hundreds of people gather in solidarity at one of the locations threatened by far right violence last night, as anti-racist groups across the UK respond to a list encouraging attacks […]By Field Recordings

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EP8: Dr Ragini G Roy discusses Magali Anderson's incredible journey to be a sustainability champion 30:04

2M ago30:04

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Dr Ragini G Roy discusses Magali Anderson's incredible journey to becoming a sustainability champion in this edition of Big-time Sustainability. Magali is a Sustainability and Innovation Leader, formerly CSO Holcim. During her Holcim tenure, Magali was a member of the advisory boards of industry organisations: Business for Nature, the MIT Climate a…

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Finding balance as a working mum with Maxine Nwaneri 36:30

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Maxine Nwaneri shares all. She sits down with Zoe to tell us her incredible life story, how she overcame hardship and how she finds balance as a working mum.By Laudable

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Conversations from Earthfest: Tessa Clarke, Co-Founder & CEO of Olio 41:26

3M ago41:26

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In this episode of Racing Green, we sit down with Tessa Clarke, CEO and Co-Founder of Olio, to uncover the inspiring journey behind this innovative food-sharing app that started with a simple WhatsApp test. We explore how Tessa, who didn't initially set out to be a tech entrepreneur, has balanced creating an impactful, feel-good, and revenue-genera…

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Cave, Assos, Kefalonia in the morning, 24th July 2024 – by Alan Hall 5:15

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“It’s a cave at the foot of the hill at Assos under the old Venetian fortress. There’s a sea entrance (the light in the centre) and a small hole that […]By Field Recordings

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Fizzing pylon, Chopwell Woodland Park, Gateshead, England, UK in July 2024 – by Tash Walker 1:06

3M ago1:06

1:06

“I was on a walk in Chopwell Woodland Park which is on the fringe of Gateshead, and I came across this beautiful pylon. I heard it first fizzing with static […]By Field Recordings

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Pétanque, Saint-Savin, France on 20th July 2024 – by Siddharth Khajuria 6:22

3M ago6:22

6:22

“Full of chaotic bells from an 11th or 12th century Abbey in the town we’re staying in. Listen out for one of the Pétanque players stepping away from the game […]By Field Recordings

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Northern Line, London Underground, London, UK in April 2024 – by Joe Wilkins 8:25

3M ago8:25

8:25

“A journey on the underground. Eight and a half minute field recording. London, April 2024.”By Field Recordings

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Conversations from Earthfest: Dan McGrail, CEO of RenewableUK 40:21

3M ago40:21

40:21

Join host Maeve Campbell as she chats with Dan McGrail in this episode of Racing Green LIVE, as he delves into the critical world of renewable energy. From explaining the basics and importance of renewable energy to examining the UK's current energy mix, Dan covers it all. Discover the history of renewables, the differences between onshore and offs…

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How to identify birdsong and the joy it brings with the RSPB’s Lucy Lapwing 41:18

3M ago41:18

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In this immersive episode RSPB's Lucy Lapwing talks us through how to identify birdsong, and talks all about the joy it brings.By Laudable

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Cowbells, Dolomites, Italy in early July 2024 – by Alex Lewis 1:08

3M ago1:08

1:08

“Around the Dolomites in Northeastern Italy, you frequently come across herds of cows. Munching on grass and wagging their heads, their cowbells echo around the mountain valleys like wind chimes or […]By Field Recordings

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Egg, London, UK on 12th July 2024 – by Harpreet Purewal 0:11

3M ago0:11

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“disgusting – shall I put it up? Lol sure. It was so squelchy. Never heard an egg like it.”By Field Recordings

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After the election, Cours Julien, Marseilles, France just before midnight on Sunday 7th July 2024 4:33

3M ago4:33

4:33

“People gather to celebrate in Place Jean Jaurès hours after the Nouveau Front Populaire (an alliance of left wing movements in France) beats both Emmanuel Macron’s centrists and the far […]By Field Recordings

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Sweet Caroline behind a hedge, Bratch, England, UK on 6th July 2024 – by Helen Zaltzman 1:23

3M ago1:23

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“We were in a place called Bratch, talking a walk along a canal towpath. We had a big trivial argument, saw some baby moorhens and nice houseboats, and on the […]By Field Recordings

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How to Listen to Birds Episode 6 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

In the last of our miniseries on birdsong Stephen is squeezing in a few moorland highlights before heading back to Wood of Cree for a rainy visit. Guided again by Crystal Maw he's listening to a mournful thrush and hearing about the bizarre life cycle of a Cuckoo. Let us know what you want to hear about in the podcast podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk A…

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How to have a great family day out in London without spending a fortune 30:54

3M ago30:54

30:54

Today we're joined by Brummie blogger Lavania Oluban who loves taking her son Arlo for day trips to London, and always travels there by train. Check out her top tips for places to go, money saving hacks and ideas for making it stress-free for everybody. Discover more of her suggestions on the Brummie Mummies Facebook and Instagram pages and on Lava…

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Summer solstice at sunrise, Stonehenge, Salisbury, England on 21st June 2024 – by Yu Leng 6:47

3M ago6:47

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“It was recorded on summer solstice 21st of June in Stonehenge last week, where thousands of people gathered there to wait for the sunrise. Loads people brought drums and all kinds […]By Field Recordings

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Dyke March greets Restore Nature Now March in solidarity as they pass each other in central London, UK on 22nd June 2024 – by Laura Hurley 0:09

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Bamboo in the wind, Fire Island, New York, USA in June 2024 – by Will Coley 3:18

4M ago3:18

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Emergency alert test signal, Bergen, Norway at midday on 12th June 2024 – by Joe Harvey-Whyte 1:22

4M ago1:22

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“I made this recording recently whilst on tour in Norway. There was a national alarm test (similar to what we had in the UK a while back) and I was […]By Field Recordings

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Conversations from Earthfest: Georgia Yexley and Caz Conneller, Founders of LOUD Mobility and She’s Electric 31:56

4M ago31:56

31:56

In this episode of Racing Green, Chloe Tuck chats with Georgia Yexley and Caz Conneller from LOUD Mobility about their She’s Electric campaign. They discuss the barriers women face in the e-bike world, exploring issues like safety concerns and representation. Georgia and Caz share personal stories and why they are committed to breaking down the sys…

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Inside of the cabinet under the sink in the laundry room, New York, USA on 10th August 2023 – by Jon Moskowitz 1:42

4M ago1:42

1:42

“Don’t know if it qualifies as a field recording–it’s water draining through the pipes after a washing machine spin cycle.”By Field Recordings

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How to Listen to Birds Episode 5 27:28

4M ago27:28

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Stephen takes a trip to RSPB Scotland's Wood of Cree nature reserve. With the help of local expert Crystal Maw he hears some of the specialist birds that call this ancient woodland home. There's Pied Flycatcher, Redstart and the stunning song of the Wood Warbler. Crustal also explains how RSPB Scotland looks after this special place. Don't forget t…

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Goats – protected landscape managers on 5th June, 2024, in Pervalka, Lithuania – by Vaida Pilibaitytė 5:01

4M ago5:01

5:01

“In the first week of summer in June 2024, I was out recording some interviews for my radio program on environment at the Curonian Spit National Park. There I visited […]By Field Recordings

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Humming a very old song on the 171 bus, London, UK at 11.20pm on 30th April 2024 – by Melissa Viney 1:33

4M ago1:33

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Conversations from Earthfest: Julia Palle, VP of Sustainability at Formula E 45:29

4M ago45:29

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In this episode of Racing Green Live, hosted by Elizabeth Corse, we welcome Julia Pallé, VP of Sustainability at Formula E, to discuss the fascinating intersection of motorsports and sustainability. Julia shares her journey into the world of motorsports and her wake-up call to sustainability, explaining the origins and purpose of Formula E. She pro…

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Donkeys in Dol, Hvar, Croatia on 29th May 2024 – by Mira Burt-Wintonick 0:59

4M ago0:59

0:59

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