Best Rob Helton Podcasts (2024)

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Taking Out the Eurotrash 1:51:55

2h ago1:51:55

1:51:55

Mitch recently went to the ETC aka Eurotrash Cup, hosted by Team Netherlands, as part of team Iceland's delegation. After the event, Mitch and Scott wanted to break down the event, so we have invited back Typhus! Typhus is a legendary Team Poland player and an expert in both sisters and teams, and shares brilliant (and occasionally controversial!) …

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S6E14 - Evening Climb along Deer Lick Run, Part 2 (Wood Thrush) 22:49

2d ago22:49

22:49

As we descend the trails of Deer Lick Run, Hermit Thrush songs give way to their Wood Thrush cousins. Learn more about the Wood Thrush: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Wood_Thrush eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115149345 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Credi…

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S6E13 - Evening Climb along Deer Lick Run, Part 1 (Dark-eyed Junco) 28:29

10d ago28:29

28:29

As we ascend one of the trails that follows Deer Lick Run near Sheffield, Hermit Thrushes, Dark-eyed Juncos, Ovenbirds sing their evening songs. Learn more about the Dark-eyed Junco: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Dark-eyed_Junco/overview eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115149345 Download M…

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S6E12 - Introduction to Hickory Creek, Part 2 30:52

24d ago30:52

30:52

Eastern Chipmunk, Scarlet Tanager, and Red-eyed Vireo are featured in the last half of this introductory hike to Hickory Creek. eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115878656 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Credits Songbirding: The Allegheny National Forest is a Songb…

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The Art of Prayer 1:20:01

28d ago1:20:01

1:20:01

Nick Nanavati of Art of War comes to Sister Act 40k! Nick has been playing sisters for some time as part of his practice for Team USA as well as for his "Finding the Faith" series in the Art of War War Room. Join Mitch and Scott as we hear about his development with the faction, thoughts on the current meta, and his very unique approach to list bui…

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S6E11 - Introduction to Hickory Creek, Part 1 (Mystery Species) 20:57

1M ago20:57

20:57

The Hickory Creek Wilderness Trail is a 21km trail that I won't taking in full this year, but perhaps in a future year. For now, I'm going to peek in a bit, and take a listen. eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115878656 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Credits Songb…

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S6E10 - Nocturnal Birding (Eastern Whip-poor-will) 27:39

1M ago27:39

27:39

At the end of the very first episode of this season I mentioned we’ve be coming back to the nocturnal portion of that hike, and here we are! This’ll be less birdsong, more talk and waiting in the quiet, I’m going to talk a bit about the Eastern Whip-poor-will. I’ll make reference to some bat sounds, but I couldn’t quite make them audible in the rec…

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S6E9 - Hector Falls Forestry Road, Part 2 19:11

1M ago19:11

19:11

The back half of the drive along Hector Falls Forestry Road. eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115104445 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Credits Songbirding: The Allegheny National Forest is a Songbirding Studios production. Recorded, engineered, narrated and creat…

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S6E8 - Hector Falls Forestry Road, Part 1 (Black-throated Blue Warbler) 28:19

2M ago28:19

28:19

I’ve been driving along the forest road near Hector’s Falls to find some new habitat niches, listening for more songs and sounds. After several hours of hiking, it’s a nice break to cover ground while giving my leg muscles a rest. More about the Black-throated Blue Warbler: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Black-throated_Blue_Warbler eBird Check…

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S6E7 - The Hike Back, Part 2 (Winter Wren) 29:01

2M ago29:01

29:01

Conclusion of the Hector Falls hike. More about Winter Wren: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Winter_Wren/overview eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115100430 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Credits Songbirding: The Allegheny National Forest is a Songbirding Stu…

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The Meta Repents 1:28:04

2M ago1:28:04

1:28:04

What's this, a meta-pun title? This must mean only one thing - it's dataslate review time! Mitch and Scott tag team a review of all the dataslate content - what's changed, who has been newly blessed by the Emperor, and who needs to go back to the convent for remedial prayers. There's a lot of exciting change on the horizon for the daughters of the …

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Ketcham Gonna Get Some 1:46:25

2M ago1:46:25

1:46:25

Congratulations to our amazing host Scott Ketcham for his incredible top 16 finish at LVO, including a 6-0 run to the knockout round! Mitch interviews Scott on his amazing performance, the list and tactics that took him there, and Scott's latest take on how to play sisters at the highest of levels. Well done!…

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Only Roll 6's 1:31:21

3M ago1:31:21

1:31:21

Mitch and Scott invite Jack Tite onto the show! Jack is a formidable player in the UK scene who has been crushing it with sisters, most notably with a 5-0 run at the Leicester major in December as part of a 16-0 streak in GTs as of recording time. We talk about Jack's double-battle-sister list, how he plays the faction generally, and the tactical g…

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S6E6 - The Hike Back, Part 1 (Black-throated Green Warbler) 27:08

3M ago27:08

27:08

I’m beginning my hike back to the main road. One might expect this means we’ll hear the same birds, but that’s not always going to be the case. Some species move around during the day, or might vocalize less or more often, or differently, at different times of the day. We’ve not yet heard everything this trail has to offer today. More about Black-t…

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S6E5 - Hector Falls, Part 2 (Blue-headed Vireo) 18:43

3M ago18:43

18:43

I’ve made it to Hector’s Falls - it’s not a very tall waterfall but it is very compelling to look at. The water flows off of a rectangular-shaped rock face, forming a thin silk-sheet like stream of water. Anywhere there is flowing water, there will be insects, and where there are insects to be fed on, there will be plenty of bird species. More abou…

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S6E4 - Hector Falls, Part 1 (Red-eyed Vireo) 27:01

3M ago27:01

27:01

We’re approaching Hector’s Falls, and the habitat has changed a bit, with a stream alongside a winding single-track trail. More about the Red-eyed Vireo: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Red-eyed_Vireo/overview eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115100430 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://m…

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S6E3 - A Sore Sounding Song (Scarlet Tanager) 28:23

3M ago28:23

28:23

As the hike to Hector Falls continues, Scarlet Tanagers and many other songbird species are encountered. More about Scarlet Tanager: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Scarlet_Tanager eBird Checklist for the outing this was recorded during: https://ebird.org/checklist/S115100430 Download Merlin Bird ID today: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ Cred…

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S6E2 - A Perfect July Morning (Hooded Warbler) 23:06

4M ago23:06

23:06

It’s my first morning in Allegheny National Forest and the weather is clear and sunny — a perfect July day for recording birdsong. I’ve parked at the same trailhead for Hector’s Falls as I did the evening before. This time I’m planning to make it all the way to the falls, and perhaps beyond. More about Hooded Warbler: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/…

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Fireside Finds the Faith 1:36:16

4M ago1:36:16

1:36:16

Sister Act 40k continues our exciting new series post-dataslate where we invite on ever more x-0 Canonesses to talk about their lists, what unique takes they have on the faction, and how they thrashed their foes on a relentless march to victory. For this episode we have managed to land the absolutely extraordinary Vik Vijay, of the Fireside 40k pod…

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S6E1 - The Hermits of Allegheny (Hermit Thrush) 28:01

4M ago28:01

28:01

It’s almost sunset and I’ve driven to the closest trailhead I see on the map near to where I am camping: a trail leading to Hector Falls, in the Tionesta Scenic Area. More about Hermit Thrushes: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Hermit_Thrush/overview You can also listen to my Birdsong Serenades episode about Hermit Thrushes as a subscriber to th…

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Trailer for Songbirding: The Allegheny National Forest 2:00

5M ago2:00

2:00

Season 6 of Songbirding is coming soon. We'll be exploring the songbirds of the Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania, USA. Credits Songbirding: The Allegheny National Forest is a Songbirding Studios production. Recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https:…

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Quantity has a purity all its own 1:43:57

5M ago1:43:57

1:43:57

It's trash collection day! Sister Act 40k welcomes veteran guest McWerp aka Brendan McKenzie back to the show to celebrate his recent 5-0 run at the Kipper's Melee GT. Brendan wrote a completely unique list based heavily on mass volumes of units to overwhelm his opponents and flood the board with the faithful. We talk about this brand new sisters a…

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None Could Stand Before Them 1:50:57

5M ago1:50:57

1:50:57

Sister Act 40k welcomes newly minted 40k legend Jeff Kolodner to the show, who recently took the top spot at the official Warhammer GT in Tampa last month. Jeff had to fight his way to an 8-0 finish, including through three Art of War coaches for his last 3 games, and he did so in style. We talk about Jeff's completely out-of-left-field list, how i…

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2023-24 Christmas Bird Count Special 32:27

5M ago32:27

32:27

The Christmas Bird Count is a census of birds in the western hemisphere that is held between December 14 and January 5 each winter. It was devised originally as an alternative to the 19th century tradition of hunting birds at Christmas, and has evolved to become the longest running citizen science project. There are tens of thousands of participant…

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50 Shades of Faith 1:12:24

6M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

It's the (sort of) 50th episode of Sister Act! Rob and Mitch reminisce about our favorite (aka weirdest) moments of the show to date, and then break down Mitch's recent 4-1 run at LGT with the Sororitas (like he'd ever take anything else?). Thank you to everyone for listening to our wacky little show for the past 50 episodes, and looking forward to…

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Prayers from Poland 1:50:38

7M ago1:50:38

1:50:38

EDIT: now with fixed audio, apologies! For this episode Mitch finds himself Robless, but happily is still able to find thrice-blessed content for the most faithful of podcast listeners. Mitch invites Team Poland and WTC legend Typhus onto the show to talk sisters in 10th, the meta, list archetypes we like, and review some of the high performing lis…

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Flailing the Meta 59:57

7M ago59:57

59:57

It's dataslate time! Mitch, Rob, and first-time guest Danny McDevitt review the huge balance update from Games Workshop. We cover the changes to the game overall, how we expect the top factions to change, and of course our beloved ladies. Join us as we faithfully pray over our sacred index in search of the Emperor's blessings in this new age of War…

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S5E44 - Migrations in the Quietude, Part 4 (finale) 25:01

7M ago25:01

25:01

After two hours along Crane River, the birdsongs are still very intense. In this final episode of the season, we’ll continue to listen to the migrant warblers and other songbird species, one last listen to the birds of Johnston Harbour. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blac…

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Heresy of the North 1:17:06

7M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

Note: this is NOT the dataslate review episode! That one is recorded and already in editing, so stay tuned! After making it through the absolute maelstrom that was WTC preparation and the event itself, Mitch is back with Rob to talk all about his experience with team Iceland! Rob interviews Mitch on WTC overall, his experiences at the event, and le…

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S5E43 - Migrations in the Quietude, Part 3 28:42

7M ago28:42

28:42

It’s been an hour and a half since I started listening and watching the migrant songbirds along Crane River, and the peak of activity has yet to arrive. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonmade.com/projects/…

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S5E42 - Migrations in the Quietude, Part 2 28:51

8M ago28:51

28:51

It’s been about an hour and I’m still exploring the short stretch between Crane River and Scuggog Lake — it seems the longer I’m here, the more migrant songbirds arrive. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonm…

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The Convent Marches to War 59:24

8M ago59:24

59:24

Welcome back esteemed guest James Shapiro to Sister Act! We move on from the hottest of takes in the last episode to ice cold takes in this one now that we all have practice with the new ruleset. Listen to James, Rob, and Mitch talk about their lists, experiments, and James' successful recent 4-1 run at a GT. Ave imperator!…

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S5E41 - Migrations in the Quietude, Part 1 31:59

8M ago31:59

31:59

It’s early morning on the 19th of May 2023, and while the dawn has brought some songs, it’s a relatively quiet day… so far. But as we follow the Crane River to Scuggog Lake, migrant songbirds begin arriving.. continuously, for hours. In these final episodes of this season of Songbirding, I aim to document the spectacle of this songful migration eve…

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S5E40 - The Quiet Before 29:57

8M ago29:57

29:57

It's mid-May of 2023, and I've returned to Johnston Harbour once again. It's even quieter than I expected, though.. at least, for now. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonmade.com/projects/5344062 Creative C…

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S5E39 - A June Morning Hike 35:05

9M ago35:05

35:05

It’s my last day at Johnston Harbour for 2022, and I’m doing an early morning hike - despite some overcast weather, the songs are both abundant and diverse. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonmade.com/proje…

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S5E38 - Return Hike 33:19

9M ago33:19

33:19

In this final part of this hike, I’m returning back to the trailhead at Pine Tree Harbour. One might assume that it means we’ll hear the same things, but a Wood Thrush is showing me that there’s still new songs to hear along this trail. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blac…

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S5E37 - Exploring Pine Tree Point 29:25

9M ago29:25

29:25

I’m continuing to explore the trails that extend from the Kinglet Junction, to see what new habitats I might find. We’ll be hearing from American Redstarts, Nashville Warblers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, and more. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by La…

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S5E36 - Kinglet Junction 27:17

9M ago27:17

27:17

I’m continuing my hike from Pine Tree Harbour towards the crossroads of trails I’m calling Kinglet Junction. A couple days ago I encountered both species of kinglet, and I hoping that can happen once again, as my experience with kinglets in their breeding territories is quite sparse. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and create…

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S5E35 - Pine Tree Harbour Morning 30:31

10M ago30:31

30:31

The first part of a morning hike into the southern half of Pine Tree Point Nature Preserve, opening with a songful White-throated Sparrow. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonmade.com/projects/5344062 This p…

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S5E34 - Henhoeffer Park East, Part 2 19:45

10M ago19:45

19:45

I’m continuing my hike through Henhoeffer Park’s East Trail, where a variety of eastern forest species such as Red-eyed Vireo, Ovenbird, and Pine Warbler have active territories. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwin…

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This Faith Rhino Hath No Brakes 3:11:18

10M ago3:11:18

3:11:18

IT'S INDEX TIME!! For this much-anticipated episode, Mitch and Rob had no choice but to welcome back a guest most blessed and beloved by the Emperor. None other than Saint John Lennon himself returns to tackle a monster 3-hour episode. We review every last piece of content in the new Sisters index for 10th edition, going into depth on every datacar…

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S5E33 - Henhoeffer Park East, Part 1 26:24

10M ago26:24

26:24

I return to Henhoeffer Park, except this time taking the east trail, about 1km away from the previous recording location. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https://tinylongwing.carbonmade.com/projects/5344062 This podcast is powered…

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S5E32 - Scouting Pine Tree Harbour, Part 2 30:42

11M ago30:42

30:42

During my time in Johnston Harbour and Pine Tree Point, I occaisionally will hear a kinglet sing. But so far I will either only hear the bird briefly, or at a distance. That’s about to change though. I’m continuing the hike along the trail north of Pine Tree Harbour, about to come across a cedar swamp with a very different mix of bird species than …

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Ten Prayers for Blessings 54:47

11M ago54:47

54:47

Mitch and Rob are joined by much loved returning guest of the show James Shapiro, UK sisters player extraordinaire, to talk about the latest 10th edition leaks and previews! We also talk all about oil washes with Rob, who gives an absolute masterclass on this amazing hobby technique. Rob's Instagram feed has absolutely gorgeous photos of his models…

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S5E31 - Scouting Pine Tree Harbour, Part 1 31:56

11M ago31:56

31:56

Now that I know how to enter the south side of the Pine Tree Point Nature Reserve, I’m making my way north from the cottage community of Pine Tree Habour. It’s afternoon so the songs won’t be as dense, but we’ll be hearing from White-throated Sparrows, Myrtle Warblers, and more. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by …

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S5E30 - Road Allowance, Part 2 27:44

11M ago27:44

27:44

We’re continuing along the road allowance that skirts the edge of the national park lands. Along the way we’ll hear some Black-and-white Warblers, Red-winged Blackbirds, Blue Jays, and more. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter. The Songbirding cover art (Blackburnian Warbler) is by Lauren Helton: https:/…

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Miracles Upon Miracles 53:09

11M ago53:09

53:09

The Sisters preview faction focus is out, and Mitch and Rob board the hype train to talk about it! You may not be surprised by this, but we are very very excited for the new rules! Also check out Rob's Instagram to see pictures of his gorgeous mortifiers: https://www.instagram.com/hobby.robby37/

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The Heretic Saint 1:07:14

11M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

It's Sister Act time! Rob and Mitch discuss the new dataslate, rumors dropping for 10th, and then do a segment on the glorious Ephrael Stern and forgettable boy-toy elf friend. We also announce a changeup in the philosophy of the show that will helpfully lead to more consistent content on a more consistent basis! Also our deepest apologies - this s…

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S5E29 - Road Allowance, Part 1 27:31

12M ago27:31

27:31

Today I’m trying a new trail - an unopened road allowance that follows the edge of the park property. It starts as a road but quickly gets much more narrow, with small cedars and shrubs crowding the trail in. I know this heads to a wetland, so I’m hoping to come across some new songs on this warm June morning. Credits Songbirding was recorded, engi…

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Dawn Choruses From Around the World 1:02:59

12M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

International Dawn Chorus Day is coming up on the May 7, 2023, and I thought I’d do a special episode for this. This time, rather than my own recordings, I’d like to share a number of recordings uploaded to freesound.org, a website dedicated to Creative Commons sound recordings. It has a number of high quality dawn chorus recordings available for f…

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