Birdy. Proudly nerdy. Detailed. Not-so-subtly obsessive. Delve into all things birding and birding culture with George Armistead, Alvaro Jaramillo, and Mollee Brown. Join us for light-hearted conversations on birds, conservation, travel, and more.
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Bird Watchers, Birders, Nature Lovers should hear the Bird Banter Podcast. Hear Birders talk about birdwatching, or birding for the more passionate. Hear their birding stories, about bird watching experiences, about birding research, birding travel, and birdwatching anecdotes. It's fun, conversational and tries to be a birding ambassador to improve the world one birder at a time.
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Current We are addicted to Australian Survivor, so we’re talking about it. Brains vs. Brawn Heroes vs. Villains Titans vs. Rebels Older episodes: Every couple weeks, we have a brand new guest in the studio to talk about their favorite episode of television - or whatever pops into their head whenever we put them on the spot and ask 'em. It's a good time.
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'P-Valley' - Episode 2: Scars with EngErotics and Lady Mekaella Demure
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Send us a Text Message. Hello and welcome to the hottest 8 weeks of your 2024 summer. EngErotics and Valley of Oh have partnered up to present an 8-week series where they go deep, down, and dirty about season 1 of the Starz show 'P-Valley'. Listen to the podcast every Wednesday, or join us in The EngErotics Community on Facebook every Sunday at 8pm…
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It’s taxonomy season! Previewing splits and lumps
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We're back to catch up on news in the birding world and our latest stories. Here are a few links we reference in this episode: Diving into Cockney Rhyming Slang is totally worth your time Here's a beautiful tribute from Birds Caribbean about Orlando Garrido Keep an eye on our socials for links to taxonomy updates as we get them! Get more Life list …
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'P-Valley' - Episode 1: Perpatratin' with EngErotics and Barbarella Brown
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Send us a Text Message. Hello and welcome to the hottest 8 weeks of your 2024 summer. EngErotics and Valley of Oh have partnered up to present an 8-week series where they go deep, down, and dirty about season 1 of the Starz show 'P-Valley'. Listen to the podcast every Wednesday, or join us in The EngErotics Community on Facebook every Sunday at 8pm…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #177 with Larry Schwitters and Diane Yorgason-Quinn
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On this episode Diane Yorgason-Quinn (see Episode #20) and Larry Schwitters talk about their work with Vaux's Swifts and the Vaux Happening Project. Larry got his start in swift research hiking to and looking for Black Swifts at over 100 waterfalls (thing very remote) in Washington State (and Oregon and CA). From there he helped preserve the Wagner…
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Tribute to Tom Johnson, a remarkable bird expert and human
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In our season finale, we pay tribute to Tom Johnson, a distinguished bird expert and an exceptional human being, who passed away unexpectedly in 2023. Tom was a guiding light in the birding community, known for his profound knowledge, infectious enthusiasm, and unwavering dedication to bird conservation and science. This episode features an intervi…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #175 with Jacob Miller
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On this episode I talk with Jacob Miller, a young Washington birding friend who has just completed his freshman year at Washington State University. Jacob shares his experiences as a first year university student, talks about birding in a new county and part of the state, big days and developing new birding friends, as well as starting a birding cl…
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Patterns in Vagrant Birds, Hummingbird Splits, and Tractors
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We've got lots to chit-chat about this week—birds, butterflies, land, and more! We talk about Harvesters—learn about these butterflies here and their diets here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for spons…
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Send us a Text Message. I can’t even call this a Finale, because FINALLY it is over. Goodbye and good riddance to this season. I’m not blaming the cast, but the editors. And Jeffs, of course. Do better Jeff Probst. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 12
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A deep dive on oceanic birds and wildlife with Kate Sutherland
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Kate is a marine biologist and pelagic expert who has stories and facts to fill a whole voyage. Join us as we delve into the mesmerizing world of pelagic birds and wildlife, uncovering the secrets of the high seas! Check out Seabirding Pelagics with Kate when you're ready for an offshore adventure. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newslette…
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What it's like to go birding in Cuba
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A few weeks ago we sat down to chat about Cuba, earthquakes, and eclipses. We always stay busy! We mention birding in Bhutan; if you want to know more about what it's like, check out this episode from season two. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at l…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #174 with Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch
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On this episode I talk with the authors of the new identification field guide to Empidonax flycatchers and Pewees as well as the book on Myarchus flycatchers and Kingbirds, Cin-Ty Lee and Andrew Birch. We talk about their longtime birding friendship, their birding stories, and the new books. Check out the books at your favorite book resource. Field…
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 11,
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 10
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Send us a Text Message. Jacks has decided to embrace the chaos of this, the final season of US Survivor that she will watch until season 50. Molls has not. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Why we can’t put down Kenn Kaufman’s newest book
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The Birds and Audubon Missed comes out this week. Listen as George and Alvaro reminisce and muse the worlds of ornithology and birding with Kenn—perhaps as you enjoy spring migration in your neck of the woods! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at life…
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Adam has birded the places people dream of all around the world, and recently returned from his most recent adventures in the primary forests of the Darien Gap. We're chatting birds, mammals, herps, and more! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifel…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #173 with Mollee Brown
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Mollee Brown is my guest on this episode and we talk about her Nighthawk Agency, which provides business solutions for the birding industry. We also talk about her work as a bird guide, her birding story, and the trip she is leading for Hillstar Nature to the the Chocó region of Colombia that I'll be taking next winter. Check out Nighthawk Agency h…
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 9
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Send us a Text Message. Okay, well that’s one theory quashed thank goodness. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Travelogue: Scouting Mammals and Birds in Northern India
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George is sharing a behind-the-scenes look at his scouting trip in northern India from January 2024. Want to hear the rest of the story? Check us out on Patreon! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for spons…
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 8
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Send us a Text Message. Hello, were there any good things to come out of this episode? Are we rooting on anyone yet? Let’s find out! Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Let's Discuss ABA Checklist and Avian Tree of Life Updates
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There's been some exciting news in the birding world, and we have thoughts — and some inside scoop! Today, we're talking about ABA Checklist updates and major discoveries in bird evaluation and taxonomy. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpo…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #172 with Joshua Covill
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On this episode I talk with Josh Covill, a Montana birder who leads birding tours in Montana as well as in Central and South America. Josh was the guide on my recent trip to the Santa Marta area of Colombia, and is a fabulous birder and really nice guy. Enjoy. Find Josh for a Montana Tour at Glacier Birding. Joshua's page at Hillstar Nature Tours. …
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode Several
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Send us a Text Message. This was an episode where they got rid of two people and HAD NO REWARD CHALLENGE. I AM TIRED OF “IN ADDITION” REWARDS, JEFFS. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Understanding red crossbill types and other finches with Matt Young
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The finch guru is with us today! We're talking speciation, food source specialization, mimicry, and more. Yep, this episode is meaty. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!…
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Jacks & Molls Talk "Survivor" - Season 46, Episode 6
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Send us a Text Message. Is this getting any better? We shall see. At least one of us is rooting on someone now. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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George joins the American Birding Association Board of Directors!
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We're chit-chatting about ABA, natural disasters on birding tours, and other news from our backyards. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #171 with Courtney Ellis
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On this episode I talk with a relative newcomer to birding, Courtney Ellis. Courtney began birding during the pandemic, and has become a birding enthusiast and ambassador. Check out her podcast The Thing with Feathers, as well as her soon to be released book Looking Up: A Birders Guide to Hope Through Grief. We talked about my episode #148 with Hol…
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Jacks & Molls Talk US Survivor: Season 46, Episode 5
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Early Spring Birding: Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Cuba
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In North America, winter lingers up north while migration and breeding season rev up in the south. Today, we're chatting about recent stories from the field and a few from the archives. Check out lekking Sharp-tailed Grouse here. Check out Cuba: An American History here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon fo…
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Jacks & Molls Talk US [S46:E3] & Australian [S11:E 19-21] Survivor
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Birding Down Under: The Spectacular Subantarctic Islands
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We want you to hear just how cool and fascinating the Subantarctic Islands islands are. Join us there in December? [Learn more here.] Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!…
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The Bird Banter Podcast #170 with Holly Garrod
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On this episode I talk with Holly Garrod, an accomplished birder, bird bander and conservationist about her work on bird banding networks with Birds Caribbean, and about the MOTUS network progress in the Caribbean. Her energy is fabulous, and her knowledge and expertise wonderful. I think you'll enjoy hearing her story. Check out Birds Caribbean he…
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Jacks & Molls Talk US [S46:E3] & Australian [S11:E 19-21] Survivor
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Alvaro is here today with a deep dive on supergenes and their phenotypic expressions in birds. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!…
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Jacks & Molls Talk US [S46:E2] & Australian [S11:E16-18] Survivor
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Harpy Eagles and Backyard Companions with Holly Merker
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A plea from your producer: Any tips on dealing with paper wasps?! But really, I've got it under control, I think... Holly returns to the podcast this week as we catch up on Neotropic birding and more. Read about Mollee's full Harpy Eagle experience here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. …
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Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!By George Armistead, Alvaro Jaramillo, and Mollee Brown
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Jacks & Molls Talk US [S46:E1] & Australian [S11:E13-15] Survivor
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Send us a Text Message. this one is jam packed with surivor chat. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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The Bird Banter Podcast #169 Ed's Winter Trip
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Well, after a long break for a fabulous winter trip, the podcast is back with Ed talking about his trip to Florida, Colombia and Costa Rica. The Colombia trip was run by Hillstar Nature Tours and led by Joshus Covill. The Proaves Organization is worth checking out, and here is their article about the possible new species of antpita. To see photos, …
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Hey, hey. The American Ornithological Society has announced the 2024 proposals affecting taxonomy and species. Here's what we think about them! And have you heard about the drama around an individual seeing 10,000 bird species for the first time? Congrats, Peter Kaestner! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon f…
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Jacks & Molls Talk “Australian Survivor: Titans vs. Rebels” - Episodes 10-12
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Send us a Text Message. It’s just a bug huge Feras love fest over here, y’all. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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Jacks & Molls Talk “Australian Survivor: Titans vs. Rebels” - Episodes 7-9
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Send us a Text Message. We’re both on team Feras, but agree about very little else. Aside from this season being a compelling watch. Please, listen to our chaotic podcast. Support the Show.By Your Favorite Episode
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