Will's Birdbrain
There are billions of birds flying around the world, let's get a know some of them! Episodes will feature one bird, highlighting their history and role in the modern world, as well as a myth or legend centered around that bird from around the world. Hosted by birdnerd Will, featuring guests from the birding community.
Episodes
38 episodes
Flock Talk: Naturalist Doug
Do you know someone you wish cared about birds like you do? Have you ever wondered how to appropriately share rare bird locations? If so, this is the episode for you! Doug Hitchcox, a Naturalist with the goal of “getting the most people t...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:04:33
Favorite Birding Moments - Season Three Intermission
Attention loyal listeners! Will is going on his annual summer podcasting break! Don't worry, the second half of season three will be here as soon as you can say "the ivory-billed woodpecker is gone forever." In the meantime, here is a bonus e...
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Season 3
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15:28
Liberty and Justice for All Bald Eagles
Attention intrepid birder! Uncle Sam wants YOU to learn about the bald eagle! Join Will as he describes the adventurous, independent, free lives of the bald eagles of the USA. From building gigantic villas of nests, to exploring the nation fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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28:05
Flock Talk: Relief Printmaker Lia
Want to take a hike with Will's Birdbrain? If the answer is yes, you are in luck! This episode was recorded live on a hike in Westbrook, Maine! Try listening to this relaxing journey when you are unwinding after a long day, try and picture th...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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53:51
Humming Along With the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
This episode is sweet as nectar because it is all about the ruby-throated hummingbird! Hummingbirds are tiny creatures that have captured the hearts and minds of humans for centuries. They live fast and often die young, making sure to pack in...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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24:32
Flock Talk: Vet Tech Morgan
Let's be real, we've all had the dream of being a veterinarian at one point or another. Most of us may have had that dream during childhood, but veterinarian technician Morgan held fast and is living that dream! Morgan joins Will to talk abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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56:40
Starling Wars: The European Menace
A long time ago in a park far way... dozens of European starlings were released, forever changing the avian landscape of North America! Tune in to episode one of season three of the Will's Birdbrain Podcast, Starling Wars to learn ho...
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26:35
Season Three Trailer
Ready to discover the amazing world of your own backyard? Keep listening to the Will's Birdbrain Podcast to discover how!Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Instagram account for complementary episode photos and videos, plus many ...
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4:25
Birdbrain Bedtime Stories Vol. 1
Ready to wind down after a great day of birding? Here's Will's Birdbrain Bedtime Stories Vol. 1 to help you fall asleep and dream about birds! Inside you'll find the following tales: The Nightingale (1:08) The Alkonost and...
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31:22
Knock Knock, Downy Woodpecker There
Knock knock - who's there? - season - season who? - no, season two finale! Season two has been quite the journey! From learning about migratory butterbutts, to vibin' out to the chill beats of...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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57:22
Chilling Tails: Lavawalking Nene vs. Alien Myna
Are you afraid of the dark? How about ghosts or zombies? If these spooky terrors don’t send a shiver down your spine tune into this chilling Will’s Birdbrain episode to discover something truly terrifying – the possibility of extinction! ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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42:55
Carin' About the Great Blue Heron
Ornithology. Herpetology. Mammalogy. When you hear these words what do you think of? You’re probably aware of the meaning behind the suffix “ology,” meaning “the study of,” which may make you think these words solely refer to rigorous scienti...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:18:06
Bewitching Barn Owls
Owls are possibly the most mysterious of all birds. They have captivated the minds of man for thousands of years, resulting in countless myths and legends about their peculiar behavior. Perhaps the most mysterious of all owls is also the most...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:07:40
Blue Jays Speaking Truth to Power
Did you know? Will’s Birdbrain not only celebrates the common birds you may see every day but the common people you see everyday as well! Over the course of the podcast my guests and I have highlighted specific ways you can live and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:29:14
Representation in Birding
The content of this bonus episode was described as "my manifesto." I believe birding is for everyone- not just black folk, not just white folk, or able bodied people, or otherwise. I was prompted to write this episode after attending a bi...
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Season 2
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21:52
Season Two Intermission
Hello Birdbrains! Season two has been so fun! We've learned about science, compared hobbies, and even gone on an adventure in Montana! Let's take a moment to appreciate the journey thus far and look back on some highlights from the firs...
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Season 2
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26:04
Yellow-Rumped Wanderers
Have you ever been overwhelmed by traveling? The streets are confusing, people speak a different language than you, your usual creature comforts are gone. In the midst of travel stress there's always one thing that is sure to bring comfort- t...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:18:38
Round Robin Singalong
Making music is in our bones. From the ancient bone flutes of the first human settlements to advanced electronic melodies crafted in megacities, people have always found a way to create music. Birds are much the same, especially t...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:06:50
Fixer Upper House Sparrow
House sparrows are one of the most common birds in the world. They are found on six of seven continents, from the densest urban landscapes to the most remote of islands. What makes them so common? Their Do-It-Yourself lifestyles! This episode...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:06:39
Patreon Announcement
You may have heard about pigeons serving in World War II, but did you hear Will's Birdbrain is now on Patreon? Patreon is a premium subscription platform that allows people to support the independent artists they love. For as littl...
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4:19
Red-Tailed Hawk Tawk
It's a bird... it's a plane... how the heck do either stay up in the sky like that?! Episode one of season two focused on birds using their legs to survive and thrive. This time around we've digging into the science behind birds greatest skil...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:28:06
Roadrunner Run-Down
Welcome to Season Two of the Will's Birdbrain Podcast! This season we're mixing up the formula, and taking a little bit of a deeper dive into what makes the hobby of birding unique. But don't fret! Common birds are still at the forefront of e...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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47:32
Season Two Trailer
Will's Birdbrain makes his Spring migration home with season two! This season on Will's Birdbrain you'll be introduced to an all new cast of common birds who are much more than meets the eye! Joining the flock and these overlooked ...
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1:33
Thanksgiving Special: Talkin' Turkey
Gobble gobble welcome to the bird cabal! This bonus episode Will explores the history of Thanksgiving in the United States, and of course talks turkey. What are you thankful for this season?Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Inst...
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Episode 5
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19:06
Red-Winged Blackbirds of a Feather
Welcome to the season one finale of Will's Birdbrain! This episode Will is joined by a multitude of amazing members of the birding community, from artists to beginner birders alike! The theme is "birds of a feather flock together," we truly e...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:12:24
