Episode 82: Ospreys, OBX, and Children's Books: Interview with author Adrienne Palma on her book Oakley The Osprey
Kid friendly episode! Dr. John and nature/children's book author Adrienne Palma discuss her book Oakley The Osprey which is packed full of fun Osprey facts and amazing illustrations. Also, the book is...
26 Feb 39min
Episode 81: Loosey Goosey (Barnacle Goose)
HONK! In this listener suggested episode, Dr. John covers his first species of the family Anseriformes (Ducks, Geese, Swans) by talking about the Arctic specialist the Barnacle Goose. This bird is sup...
21 Jan 46min
Episode 80: Oh my Starling, Clementine (European Starling)
Listeners give this episode 5/5 Starlings! Love them or hate them, European Starlings are here to stay in their introduced range across every continent except Antarctica. Even though they eat crops, c...
24 Nov 20251h 11min
Episode 79: Whatever Floatz your Hoatz(in): The Farting, Fermenting Hoatzin!
The Hoatzin may stink but this episode doesn't! Join Dr. John as he talks about the incredible life history of this Amazon rainforest bird. This bird is truly unique- its the only bird that can fly, s...
12 Okt 202556min
Episode 78: The Gift of the Magpie (Eurasian Magpie)
The Magpie is a smart and ubiquitous bird found throughout Europe and Asia and its no surprise its captured human intention across many cultures. It has even had a opera written about it! Learn about ...
25 Aug 202554min
Episode 77: Chip Off the Old Squawk: An Interview with Chip Chase of White Grass Ski Touring Center
In a conversation that meanders and glides like the cross country ski trails of a snow covered mountain, Dr. John sits down in the woods with Chip Chase to discuss birds, ecosystems, and optimism. Loc...
3 Jul 202558min
Episode 76: Sons and Darters: The Four Darter/Anhinga Species
A four for one special! In this episode, Dr. John tells you everything you need to know about the four Darter species, also known as Anhinga. These curious water birds have a variety of nicknames from...
16 Jun 202548min
Episode 75: Let you Hair(y) Down(y): All about the Hairy and Downy Woodpecker
In this two for one episode, learn about the very similar looking Downy and Hairy Woodpecker! The smallest woodpecker in North America, the Downy Woodpecker can be difficult to tell apart from its lar...
25 Apr 202547min
