Best LIVE From The Birds Nest Podcasts (2024)

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Melissa Pettignano live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:28:13

8d ago1:28:13

1:28:13

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a singer-songwriter from New Jersey Melissa Pettignano. Melissa came on the show and we had such a fun conversation about family history, Elvis, Church. She told the story of a time she got sick and went blind and we of course listened to a few of her songs. So pull up a seat and tune in to our conversa…

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Thomas Hinds Live in the Songbirds Studio 1:33:55

6h ago1:33:55

1:33:55

Let's welcome back to the Georgia Songbirds a singer-songwriter from the North Georgia Scene Thomas Hinds. It's been 5 years since Thomas was on the show and did we have a fun conversation. We talked about his new management team, vineyards, Muscle Shoals, and so much more. Thomas even played a few of his songs live for us. So pull up a chair and l…

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Happy Fourth of July! - Teaser for Upcoming Episodes + Spreading the joy of birds 2:05

3d ago2:05

2:05

Send us a Text Message. We'll be down this week for the Fourth of July - but back next week. Upcoming episodes on Osprey, Giant Hummingbird, and Northern Flicker. We have a few asks to spread the joy of birding over the Fourth of July. Listen to hear more. Also here is a link to when John was on Ologies with Alie Ward: https://podcasts.apple.com/us…

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47: Light-footed Ridgway's Rail with Aiyana Reissman from Living Coast Discovery Center 48:44

10d ago48:44

48:44

Send us a Text Message. We talk about the endangered Light-footed Ridgway's Rail this week with guest Aiyana Reissman. Aiyana is the Animal Care Manager at the Living Coast Discovery Center in San Diego, California. She oversees the care for 25+ species of rescued bird native to the area along with the propagation programs for the endangered Light …

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Pam Ross live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:15:02

14d ago1:15:02

1:15:02

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family a singer-songwriter from Pennsylvania Pam Ross. Pam came on the show and we had such a fun conversation. we talked about covers, Crazy Women Country podcast, her music, Out for Download Now, and more. So pull up a chair and tune into mine and Pam's Conversation…

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46: Cicadas with Maureen Turcatel - impact on birds, blue-eyed cicada, and fungus! 50:15

17d ago50:15

50:15

Send us a Text Message. This week is a little different as we aren't discussing a bird, but rather the cicada phenomenon happening in Illinois right now. Maureen Turcatel of the Field Museum joins us to talk about the two different broods of cicadas both happening at the same time (the 13 year cicada and the 17 year cicada). We talk about how this …

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Suzanne's Band Returns to The Georgia Songbirds 43:44

21d ago43:44

43:44

Let's welcome back to the show Mia from Suzanne's Band. Mia came back on the show to promote the new remix of her song "Ice and Fire". We talked about the process, having Mark Anthony's trumpet player, the Spanish version and more. We even listened to her song. So pull up a seat and listen in to mine and Mia's conversation…

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45: Ruby-Throated Hummingbird - Also a question on feather iridescence and/or mutation 36:00

24d ago36:00

36:00

Send us a Text Message. Somehow it has taken us 45 episodes to get to our first hummingbird - but it's finally here! We have a ton of fun talking about the ruby-throated hummingbird today. John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart are all here for our hummingbird discussion. Enjoy! Please send us your questions for us to answer as w…

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Live from the digital Bird's Nest Night Owl Country Band 1:37:24

28d ago1:37:24

1:37:24

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family Matt Lee, Casey Johnson. 2 members of the band Night Owl Country Band. Matt and Casey came on the show and we had such a fun conversation about their countdown Who's Who, podcasting, music, Jimmie Walker, Wrestling and so much more. They also host a countdown and award show and you can submit your music…

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44: House Wren, we also talk about The Archaeopteryx at the Field Museum 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

Send us a Text Message. This week we talk about the house wren, but first we talk a little bit about the newest addition to the Field Museum: The Archaeopteryx. A fossil called Archaeopteryx, with feathers, hollow bones, clawed wings, fifty tiny teeth, and a long bony tail, is the earliest known dinosaur that also qualifies as a bird. The Chicago A…

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Live from the Digital Bird's Nest Stephen Hafer 1:13:27

1M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a teacher, coach, and Singer-Songwriter from Georgia Stephen Hafer. Stephen came on the show and we talked music, John Prine, Lyle Lovett, listened to a few songs and played a few games. So pull up a seat and listen in to our conversation

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43: Kirtland's Warbler - Back From the Endangered Species List, Connection to Leopold and Loeb? 38:03

1M ago38:03

38:03

Send us a Text Message. We talk about a bird that was majorly affected by the parasitic brown-headed cowbird so much that it was on the endangered species list for nearly 50 years. One of the rarest songbirds in North America, the Kirtland’s Warbler migrates back and forth from the Bahamas to Michigan every year. We also learn that this bird was st…

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Live from the Digital Bird's Nest Brad Thomas Project 1:02:01

1M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family from Alabama singer songwriter Brad Thomas from the Brad Thomas Project. Brad came on the show to talk about his music projects, how he started late in his journey, his Doctorate, football and more. So pull up a seat and listen in to stories, music, and our conversation…

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42: Brown-Headed Cowbird - Laying eggs in someone else's nest 32:33

1M ago32:33

32:33

Send us a Text Message. Brown-headed cowbirds don't build nests - instead they sneak into other nests and lay their eggs and let other birds raise their young for them. Many consider them 'mafia' birds, as they will destroy another bird's nest if they aren't raising their young correctly. These parasitic birds will outgrow the other chicks in the n…

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Jeremy Powell Live from the Bird's Nest 1:24:34

2M ago1:24:34

1:24:34

Let's welcome a very special guest to the Georgia Songbirds family, Jeremy Powell. Jeremy works for GPB ( I still call it PBS) a local TV station here in Georgia and he may be as big a fan if not bigger of music than I am. Jeremy hosts a podcast called Peach Jam Podcast and it is setup for artists who are from Georgia or live in Georgia. We talked …

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41: Southern Cassowary with Tooth and Claw's Wes Larson 50:35

2M ago50:35

50:35

Send us a Text Message. The host of Tooth and Claw Podcast Wes Larson joins us to talk about the Southern Cassowary. Wes is a wildlife biologist, and hosts a podcast that talks about human wildlife conflict, or extreme wild animal attacks. Wes recently went to Australia and saw Cassowaries in the wild, so we asked him to join us for a full episode …

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The Concept of Creatures live from the Bird's Nest 1:32:02

2M ago1:32:02

1:32:02

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbird family Savannah and James otherwise known as The Concept of Creatures. They came up to the bird's nest and played us a few tunes, we talked about music, monsters, Old Crow, ghost stories and more. So pull up a seat and tune in to our conversation.

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40: Blackpoll Warbler - Impressive Migration, Also More About Warblers... 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

Send us a Text Message. Warbler season is officially here. We talk about the Blackpoll Warbler - the warbler with one of the longest and most impressive migration. Enjoy! Please follow our instagram @birds_of_a_feather_podcast Please send us your questions for us to answer as well! You can send them to podcast.birdsofafeather@gmail.com…

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Have You Heard? with Patrick, Jordan, and Jesse 1:19:43

2M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

We are back with another fun edition of Have You Heard? A show where we try and stump each other with songs that we have not heard before. This episode we have everything from Rock, to Folk and so much more. As always there will be plenty of shenanigans. Want to join us as aspecial guest reach out we'd love to have you on. Be warned there will be l…

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39: Bald Eagles - Massive Nests, Aerial Cartwheels, and Coming Back From DDT 35:19

2M ago35:19

35:19

Send us a Text Message. Bald Eagles are amazing - everyone knows it. We touch on everything from Benjamin Franklin, to how DDT decimated their population and the significant comeback that they've made, to their aerial cartwheel performances. It's a really fascinating episode, and we learn about the 'eagle suit' that Amanda's sister's dog wears so h…

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Morgan Beck live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:24:45

2M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

Let's Welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a singer-Songwriter from Georgia Morgan Beck. I met Morgan at a concert where she opened for Taylor Dayne. She came on the show and we talked about her experience with that,UGA, Art, music, and there was a story about eating crickets too. We also listened to a few of her songs available now for download…

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38: Florida Trip - Osprey, Brown Pelican, Shorebirds, and we also talk about the Eclipse 47:19

2M ago47:19

47:19

Send us a Text Message. This week's episode is a little different than usual. Instead of discussing one bird, we talk about RJ and Amanda's recent trip to Florida and all of the birds that they saw. RJ and Amanda ask John and Shannon about the Osprey, Brown Pelicans, Cormorants, Black Skimmers, American Oystercatchers, and many more. We also plead …

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Live from the Digital Bird's Nest Elizabeth & Jameson 1:34:53

3M ago1:34:53

1:34:53

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a singer-songwriter duo from the UK Elizabeth & Jameson. I met Hannah and Griff on my trip to Nashville and was blown away by their talent. I invited them to come on the show and we had such a fun conversation. We talked about music, the Blur vs Oasis, the Beatles, there was a funny baby powder story an…

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Alley Bei Live from Songbirds Studio 1:47:37

3M ago1:47:37

1:47:37

Let's welcome back to the Georgia Songbirds a local singer-songwriter Alley Bei. It has been almost 5 years since Alley came on the show she was one of the 1st to come up to the bird's nest. We had a lot to carch up on. We talked Family, Divorce, Music, played a few games and Alley even played us a few of her new songs available now for download. S…

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37: European Roller - Migration Across the Sahara, Vomiting for Self-Defense 26:15

3M ago26:15

26:15

Send us a Text Message. John and Shannon's son moved to Slovakia to play professional hockey - so we discuss a bird native to that area: The European Roller. These birds are super cool and so much fun to learn about. From their interesting leapfrogging migration pattern to Africa, to the self-defense method that many of their chicks use: vomiting. …

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Yung Yana live from the digital Bird's Nest 1:24:27

3M ago1:24:27

1:24:27

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a singer songwriter from Georgia Yung Yana. Yana not only is a talented singer/songwriter but she is also a Chef. We talked about food, music, Yana also showed her voiceover talent and more. We even listened to a few of Yana's songs. So pull up a seat and listen in to our conversation…

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36: The Brown Creeper, How Animals Evolved to Fly, and Round 2 of Round Robin Voting! 30:35

3M ago30:35

30:35

Send us a Text Message. This week we talk about one of Shannon’s favorite birds: The Brown Creeper. The way these tiny little birds climb all over trees, and look like a piece of bark, is truly amazing, and adorable. We also answer a mailbag question about evolution, and when animals learned how to fly. We finish out the episode with the next round…

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Ellie Heath live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:20:41

3M ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Let's Welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family a singer-songwriter, comedian from Canada Ellie Heath. Ellie came on the show and we talked about her sketch comedy group Girl Brain, marketing, Paranormal, Weird Al and more. We even listened to a few of Ellie's songs. So pull up a seat and listen in to Ellie and my conversation…

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35: European Starlings with Louise Bodt + Round Robin Tourney First Round Voting :) 35:55

3M ago35:55

35:55

Send us a Text Message. This week we talk to Louise Bodt about the European Starlings. Louise Bodt is a PhD candidate at the University of Chicago and the Field Museum using introduced birds to study rapid evolutionary change. Prior to joining the Field Museum birds lab, she worked as a science educator in NYC where she got her MS in biology invest…

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Aspen Lee Live from the Songbirds Studio 1:35:31

4M ago1:35:31

1:35:31

Let's Welcome this week's special guest a singer-songwriter from Georgia Aspen Lee. Aspen came on the show and we laughed so much. We had a funny conversation about phobias, we talked about Taylor Swift, the songwriting community and more. Aspen even played us a few songs live. So pull up a seat and listen in to our conversation it was sure fun.…

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34: European Goldfinches with Louise Bodt - European birds introduced in the U.S. 36:01

4M ago36:01

36:01

Send us a Text Message. This week we talk to Louise Bodt about the European Goldfinch. Although they are native to Europe, there is actually a population living in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Louise tells us how they got there, other examples of them being introduced, and much more. Louise Bodt is a PhD candidate at the University of …

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Dylan Cole live from Songbirds Studio 1:20:43

4M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a local singer songwriter from right here in Georgia Dylan Cole. Dylan came by the studio and we talked about movies, football music, Taylor Guitars and more. Dylan even played us a few songs live. We recorded this on the Superbowl weekend and made predictions see how we did. Pull up a seat and listen t…

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33: Tufted Puffins - Shannon's Favorite Puffin 32:15

4M ago32:15

32:15

Send us a Text Message. This week Shannon makes her case for why Tufted Puffins are the best. Amanda points out that the tufts look like the hair on the back of Donald Trump's head, which doesn't go over well with Shannon :). It's a blast and a ton of fun discussing the Tufted Puffin. Marky Mutchler joins us again on this one, Marky is a PHD studen…

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Lala Luna live from The Songbirds Studio 1:40:09

4M ago1:40:09

1:40:09

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds family a singer-songwriter originally from Colombia now living here in Georgia Lala Luna. Lala came on the show to talk about her music and as alway we learned alot more. She will be in a Reality show coming soon, she has been a few movies, we talked about school, a funny story of her coming out as vegetatian …

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32: Common Puffin (Or Atlantic Puffin) - John's Favorite Puffin 26:40

4M ago26:40

26:40

Send us a Text Message. A listener wrote in and asked for us to do a puffin episode. It turns out that John and Shannon each have a different favorite puffin. This week we'll talk about John's favorite: the Common Puffin (or Atlantic Puffin.) Next week we'll talk about the Tufted Puffin. Puffins are so cool, you'll enjoy this one and next week's as…

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Katie James Live from the Digital Bird's Nest 53:18

4M ago53:18

53:18

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbird family a singer-songwriter from Pennsylvania who's now chasing her dream out in Nashville. Katie James. Katie came on the show to share her music with everyone and as always we got sidetracked. We talked about teachers, Travis Tritt, break ups, RV trips and more. We also listened to a few of Katie's songs, avai…

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31: Limpkins Interview Part 2 with Marky Mutchler 25:33

4M ago25:33

25:33

Send us a Text Message. Part 2 of our interview Marky Mutchler to talk about Limpkins. Marky is a PHD student at the University of Chicago, and is studying limpkins. Limpkins have been seen outside of their range, as far north as Chicago and even Nova Scotia. One limpkin was found dead in Illinois recently, and the dead bird was brought to the Fiel…

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Bettin' on the Mule live from Songbirds Studio 1:41:07

4M ago1:41:07

1:41:07

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds the guys from the band Bettin' on the Mule. The guys came on the show and we had such a fun conversation. We talked moonshine, music, drinking stories and more. We even listened to a few of their songs. So pull up a seat and listen in to our conversation.

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30: Limpkins Interview Part 1 with Marky Mutchler 24:29

5M ago24:29

24:29

Send us a Text Message. We interview Marky Mutchler this week and talk about Limpkins. Marky is a PHD student at the University of Chicago, and is studying limpkins. If you’re not familiar, Limpkins are a bird that is native to South America and their range covers Florida as well. They’ve been expanding northwards lately, and there were many citing…

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Have You Heard? Cover edition with Jesse, Jordan, Patrick and James 1:27:03

5M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

This is a special edition of Have You Heard? We did a special Cover edition, and tried a new feature. So that we can bring in more guests we did our 1st ever Zoom show. Join Jesse, Jordan, Patrick and James as we navigate, laugh, be inappropriate and more. We will do more of these in the future. If you want to be a guest let me know.…

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29: Flame Bowerbird - Building A Bower and Attracting A Mate 28:12

5M ago28:12

28:12

Send us a Text Message. Join John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart as we talk about flame bowerbirds. John and Shannon provide a lot of really fascinating information on these incredible birds, from how they can manipulate the size of their pupils, how they use blue objects to attract a mate, and why we don’t know more about the…

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Joe Hicks Live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:20:11

5M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds a singer-songwriter from the UK Joe Hicks. Joe came on the show and we talked about Lord of the Rings, Beatles vs Stones, tv shows and of course we talked about his music. We even listened to a few of his songs available now for streaming and download. So pull up a seat and listen in to mine and Joe's conversa…

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28: Blue Jays - Acorns and Oak Trees 35:51

5M ago35:51

35:51

Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode we discuss Blue Jays. Join John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart as we talk all about Blue Jays. We talk about how bird flu changed their population, their inconsistent migration, and their relationship with acorns and oak trees. We kick off the episode talking about Sharp-Tailed Gr…

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Luke Berryhill Live from the Digital Bird's Nest 45:24

5M ago45:24

45:24

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family a local singer- songwriter and professional Baseball player Luke Berryhill. Luke came on the show and we talked baseball, Josh Turner, the Astros, Backyard Country and more. We even listened to a few of his songs, talked about family. A cool connection is Luke is the nephew of a past guest and another l…

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27: Birds of a Feather Talk Together Backstory - Our Origin Story 14:13

5M ago14:13

14:13

Send us a Text Message. This week we are doing something a little different - we are telling you our origin story. With so many episodes out on different birds, we wanted to give our listeners an explanation of who we are, how we got together, and why we are making this podcast. Join John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart in our …

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Sugar and Spice live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:40:52

5M ago1:40:52

1:40:52

Let's Welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family Shelly and Danita otherwise known as Sugar and Spice. Man was this interview fun. We laughed so much, talked about Tequila, accents, Tune Designer, their podcast accordians and so much more. We even listened to a few of their songs available for download. So pull up a chair, some Wine or Tequila, and li…

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26: Mallard Duck - We Also Talk About Christmas Bird Count 41:16

6M ago41:16

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Send us a Text Message. John talks about the Christmas Bird Count, and then we talk all about the Mallard Duck. From their sexual dimorphism (for part of the year), to their matching speculum stripes, to how they differ from other ducks. Join John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart in our most recent episode. Questions? Reach out …

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Nathan Morgan Live from the Digital Bird's Nest 1:32:58

6M ago1:32:58

1:32:58

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family local singer-songwriter Nathan Morgan. Nathan came on the show and we talked Classic Rock, Wrestling, Sun Studios where he recorded his music and more. Wew even listened to a few of his songs. So pull up a seat and listen to some funny stories and some good music. Nathan also accepts submissions from fe…

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25: Puteketeke or Great Crested Grebe - Thanks John Oliver for Making This 'Bird of the Century' 36:52

6M ago36:52

36:52

Send us a Text Message. We kick off the new year talking about the Puteketeke or the Great Crested Grebe. We were following closely while John Oliver's campaign to make this New Zealand's bird of the century, and are so excited to talk about this super cool bird. John Oliver used his show 'Last Week Tonight' to raise awareness about these birds, an…

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Sweetie Pie live from Songbird's Studio 1:26:59

6M ago1:26:59

1:26:59

Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family from Georgia singer-songwriter Jonathan Clement from the band Sweetie Pie. Jonathan came on the show and played us a few of his songs, talk shop, songwriting, Walking Dead, and more. He even taught me a new way of recording. So pull up a seat and listen in to our conversation…

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