Episodes

Thursday Feb 06, 2025
GBBC & Bird ID
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Brian is joined by special guest, Becca Rodomsky-Bish, leader of the Great Backyard Bird Count at Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Together, they explore how you can have fun while making a difference for birds. Tune in for expert bird identification tips, helpful resources, and inspiration to join this global birdwatching event!

Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Winter Survival Tips for You & Your Birds
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Brian is joined by special guest Holly Merker, co-author of Ornitherapy: For Your Mind, Body, and Soul and co-host of The Mindful Birding Podcast. Listen in to learn how birds benefit our wellbeing and how we can help the birds thrive during winter months.

Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Apropos Apps & Recommended Reading
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
John and Brian share some of their favorite apps and recommended reading for birders and backyard hobbyists that are great for you and for gift-giving. Plus, a salute to John's last episode as a podcast host.

Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Participate & Connect with Nature
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Brian is joined by guests Emma Greig and Olivia Carvahlo to talk about how easy it is to participate with PFW and connect more deeply with nature. Emma, Project Leader for Project FeederWatch in the US, and Olivia, Community Engagement Specialist in Canada, tell us just how simpleand how incredibly helpful it can be! Join tens of thousands already participating.

Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Hot Pepper. A Hot Topic.
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
John and Brian discuss hot pepper foods, the science and the biology behind why it works for the birds and keeps the critters at bay. Plus, a special announcement at the end that you don’t want to miss.

Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Why We Love Insects!
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
John & Brian discuss why insects are important for the birds and how to cultivate more insects in your yard. They also explain the connection between insects and the 7 Simple Actions to help Save the Song Birds.

Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Where Are the Birds?
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
John & Brian address challenging questions like: What happens when bird activity slows down? Where did the birds go and why? What can you do to get them back?

Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Why Kids Love Bird Feeding
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby.

Friday May 31, 2024
Habitat for Birds & Pollinators!
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Join John & Brian as they offer resources to help you find native plants to increase the birds and pollinators in your space - whether you have a yard, patio or balcony; to include container gardening.

Thursday May 02, 2024
Feed the Birds, Feel Better
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
John and Brian are joined by a special guest, Holly Merker. She is an author, podcast host, birding guide, and nature-based wellness provider. They discuss how watching and feeding birds creates a sense of wonder and community, a sense of connection with people, and can change the direction of your life. Plus, a special callout for the Mindful Birding podcast episode 13.