Bird Sh*t Podcast
74 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsLearn fun bird facts for your next happy hour! Perfect for newbie bird fans, long-time birders, and people who want to learn cool sh*t about birds—we're pretty sure that's you. Join Mo and Sarah for a casual (and very millenial) conversation about all things birding. You'll meet amazing birders, get the latest bird news, and hear lesser-discussed topics around birds and birdwatching. Rated R for "Ridiculously LOLOLOL-worthy."
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The Birding World of Harry Potter with Laura Erickson
July 30, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBHappy Birthday, Harry Potter! In honor of our favorite wizard's 39th birthday, we're talking about the wonderful birding world of Harry Potter. Special guest and birding guru Laura Erickson—the internet's Professor McGonagowl—joins us to discuss details on all of the real (and magical) birds of Harry Potter. For instance: why is Ravenclaw's emblem an eagle? Could a snowy owl really carry a Nimbus 2000? What's up with phoenixes? Laura is an expert in the bird field with more than a dozen bo...
11: The Birding World of Harry Potter with Laura Erickson
July 30, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBHappy Birthday, Harry Potter! In honor of our favorite wizard's 39th birthday, we're talking about the wonderful birding world of Harry Potter. Special guest and birding guru Laura Erickson—the internet's Professor McGonagowl—joins us to discuss details on all of the real (and magical) birds of Harry Potter. For instance: why is Ravenclaw's emblem an eagle? Could a snowy owl really carry a Nimbus 2000? What's up with phoenixes? Laura is an expert in the bird field with more than a dozen bo...
10: Attract Birds to Your Yard with Native Plants
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBThe problem with birdwatching is that, once you start, your only goal in life is to ALWAYS BE AROUND BIRDS. One way you can do that is by beautifying your home with plants that birds freakin’ love. We’ll cover plant species that attract specific kinds of birds for various regions in the United States. Don’t worry if you have a black thumb (like Sarah). Most of these plants are low maintenance and native to specific regions. That means low-key gardening and high-reward birding. Make sure to...
10: Attract More Birds to Your Yard with Native Plants
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBThe problem with birdwatching is that, once you start, your only goal in life is to ALWAYS BE AROUND BIRDS. One way you can do that is by beautifying your home with plants that birds freakin’ love. We’ll cover plant species that attract specific kinds of birds for various regions in the United States. Don’t worry if you have a black thumb (like Sarah). Most of these plants are low maintenance and native to specific regions. That means low-key gardening and high-reward birding. Make sure to...
Attract Birds to Your Yard with Native Plants
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBThe problem with birdwatching is that, once you start, your only goal in life is to ALWAYS BE AROUND BIRDS. One way you can do that is by beautifying your home with plants that birds freakin’ love. We’ll cover plant species that attract specific kinds of birds for various regions in the United States. Don’t worry if you have a black thumb (like Sarah). Most of these plants are low maintenance and native to specific regions. That means low-key gardening and high-reward birding. Make sure to...
Let's talk about bird sex (because of course we would)
July 16, 2019 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWe’re not big into euphemisms. This episode is all about birds having sex. With so many different bird species in the world, it’s no wonder that there are hundreds of different ways birds attract, court, and lock down a mating partner. In addition to “doing the birdie dirty,” learn about the clever, generous, and romantic ways birds woo a mate. Maybe you’ll pick up some great courtship moves, like the Great Crested Grebe tango, the Red-Capped Manakin moonwalk, the free fallin’ Bald Eagle d...
9: Let's talk about bird sex (because of course we would)
July 16, 2019 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWe’re not big into euphemisms. This episode is all about birds having sex. With so many different bird species in the world, it’s no wonder that there are hundreds of different ways birds attract, court, and lock down a mating partner. In addition to “doing the birdie dirty,” learn about the clever, generous, and romantic ways birds woo a mate. Maybe you’ll pick up some great courtship moves, like the Great Crested Grebe tango, the Red-Capped Manakin moonwalk, the free fallin’ Bald Eagle d...
The Most Famous Birds in History—Seven Legendary Birds
July 09, 2019 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBThere are many unsung bird heroes throughout history. There was the dove that Randy Johnson struck with a fastball. Or the bird that pooped on your dad during a family vacation. #memories Unlike these nameless legends, other birds have withstood the test of time and are in our history books (ok, probably only our history books, but they're still well-known). Meet seven famous birds from throughout history. We'll give you their full backstories, introduce the supporting (mostly human) counte...
8: The Most Famous Birds in History—Seven Legendary Birds
July 09, 2019 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBThere are many unsung bird heroes throughout history. There was the dove that Randy Johnson struck with a fastball. Or the bird that pooped on your dad during a family vacation. #memories Unlike these nameless legends, other birds have withstood the test of time and are in our history books (ok, probably only our history books, but they're still well-known). Meet seven famous birds from throughout history. We'll give you their full backstories, introduce the supporting (mostly human) counte...
Amazing Bald Eagle facts to celebrate America's f*cking birthday (Independence Day)
July 02, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBICYMI, America is turning 244 years old. We're skipping the fireworks, hot dog eating contests, and awkward beach sunburns this year and celebrating with a (bird)sh*t ton of facts about America's favorite poster bird. Learn about the history of the Bald Eagle as America's symbol and some cool facts about these North American birds of prey! Drop us a digital line! Email [email protected] or find us on Instagram (@birdshitpodcast) BIRD SHIT WE DISCUSSED USEFUL RESOURCES Cornell Lab o...
7: Amazing Bald Eagle facts to celebrate America's f*cking birthday (Independence Day)
July 02, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBICYMI, America is turning 244 years old. We're skipping the fireworks, hot dog eating contests, and awkward beach sunburns this year and celebrating with a (bird)sh*t ton of facts about America's favorite poster bird. Learn about the history of the Bald Eagle as America's symbol and some cool facts about these North American birds of prey! Drop us a digital line! Email [email protected] or find us on Instagram (@birdshitpodcast) BIRD SHIT WE DISCUSSED USEFUL RESOURCES Cornell Lab o...
How to Choose Birding Binoculars: Interview with Griffin Dennis
June 26, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBBinoculars are simple tools, in theory: they make it easier to see things—like birds—that are far away. But how do binoculars work? What do the numbers on binoculars mean? How much should you pay for a pair of birding binoculars? What should you name your binoculars? Thanks to our special guest, self-proclaimed-optics-nerd Griffin Dennis, you'll have the answer to all these questions by the end of this episode. Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about how to choose a pair of binocu...
6: How to Choose Birding Binoculars: Interview with Griffin Dennis
June 26, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBBinoculars are simple tools, in theory: they make it easier to see things—like birds—that are far away. But how do binoculars work? What do the numbers on binoculars mean? How much should you pay for a pair of birding binoculars? What should you name your binoculars? Thanks to our special guest, self-proclaimed-optics-nerd Griffin Dennis, you'll have the answer to all these questions by the end of this episode. Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about how to choose a pair of binocu...
Gay Birds Who Strut Their Feathers for Pride Month
June 18, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBGiant corporations are coming out of the woodwork for Pride Month and Bird Shit Podcast is jumping on the bandwagon. (The "bandwagon" is like a party bus, right?) We aren't sporting a rainbow logo this month, but we are celebrating with some fabulous tales of homosexual and transgender behavior exhibited by birds. Scientists have observed same-sex relationships in quite a few bird species. According to National Geographic, there are male ostriches that only court their own gender, and pair...
5: Gay Birds Who Strut Their Feathers for Pride Month
June 18, 2019 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBGiant corporations are coming out of the woodwork for Pride Month and Bird Shit Podcast is jumping on the bandwagon. (The "bandwagon" is like a party bus, right?) We aren't sporting a rainbow logo this month, but we are celebrating with some fabulous tales of homosexual and transgender behavior exhibited by birds. Scientists have observed same-sex relationships in quite a few bird species. According to National Geographic, there are male ostriches that only court their own gender, and pair...
4: Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding, Part 2 (ft. a Prothonotary Warbler!)
June 11, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MBOur trip to Point Pelee National Park in Canada was sooooo much fun, we split the goodness into two episodes. In this episode, you'll hear some of our favorite bird calls (like the Carolina Wren and a turkey pecking at a window) and meet a fellow birder who saw a Prothonotary Warbler with us. Lastly, we end with our trip takeaways for becoming better birders—and a real-life bird shit! BIRD SH*T WE DISCUSSED USEFUL RESOURCES Thanks to Friends of Point Pelee for all the great info as we plan...
Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding, Part 2 (ft. a Prothonotary Warbler!)
June 11, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MBOur trip to Point Pelee National Park in Canada was sooooo much fun, we split the goodness into two episodes. In this episode, you'll hear some of our favorite bird calls (like the Carolina Wren and a turkey pecking at a window) and meet a fellow birder who saw a Prothonotary Warbler with us. Lastly, we end with our trip takeaways for becoming better birders—and a real-life bird shit! BIRD SH*T WE DISCUSSED USEFUL RESOURCES Thanks to Friends of Point Pelee for all the great info as we plan...
4: Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding, Part 2 (ft. a Prothonotary Warbler!)
June 11, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MBOur trip to Point Pelee National Park in Canada was sooooo much fun, we split the goodness into two episodes. In this episode, you'll hear some of our favorite bird calls (like the Carolina Wren and a turkey pecking at a window) and meet a fellow birder who saw a Prothonotary Warbler with us. Lastly, we end with our trip takeaways for becoming better birders—and a real-life bird shit! BIRD SH*T WE DISCUSSED USEFUL RESOURCES Thanks to Friends of Point Pelee for all the great info as we plan...
3: Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding Trip, Part One
May 29, 2019 23:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBSome girls take weekend trips to Napa Valley, New Orleans, or Las Vegas. Mo and Sarah decided to go to Canada. Poor life decision? Possibly. But if you're a birder (or pretending to be a birder for the sake of a podcast you started), there are few places as incredible as Point Pelee National Park in Ontario, Canada for a spring migration birding trip. This is part one of a two-part series on our trip to Point Pelee for the big spring birding migration. In part one, we interview four friend...
Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding Trip, Part One
May 29, 2019 23:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBSome girls take weekend trips to Napa Valley, New Orleans, or Las Vegas. Mo and Sarah decided to go to Canada. Poor life decision? Possibly. But if you're a birder (or pretending to be a birder for the sake of a podcast you started), there are few places as incredible as Point Pelee National Park in Ontario, Canada for a spring migration birding trip. This is part one of a two-part series on our trip to Point Pelee for the big spring birding migration. In part one, we interview four friend...
How to plan a birding trip (complete with blow-up dolls)
May 21, 2019 09:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBPlanning a birding trip requires slightly different logistics than a weekend getaway. Are your binoculars packed? Have you familiarized yourself with birds in the region? Did you pack your blow-up dolls? As Mo and Sarah pack for their upcoming trip to Point Pelee National Park in Ontario, Canada, they share their advice for birding trip preparations. Plus, we debate whether or not Morgan Freeman will outlive Emperor Penguins in this week's "Birds in the News." BIRD SHIT WE DISCUSSED USE...
2: How to plan a birding trip (complete with blow-up dolls)
May 21, 2019 09:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBPlanning a birding trip requires slightly different logistics than a weekend getaway. Are your binoculars packed? Have you familiarized yourself with birds in the region? Did you pack your blow-up dolls? As Mo and Sarah pack for their upcoming trip to Point Pelee National Park in Ontario, Canada, they share their advice for birding trip preparations. Plus, we debate whether or not Morgan Freeman will outlive Emperor Penguins in this week's "Birds in the News." BIRD SHIT WE DISCUSSED USE...
Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Start Birding
May 15, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.62 MBNot to give you FOMO, but we're pretty sure that birding is having a moment. It seems like more and more people are picking up their binoculars, heading into their local environment, and ID'ing birds. (No? Just us?) Here are the top 10 reasons (of, like, a billion reasons) why you should join the birding revolution. We (Sarah and Mo) are city-dwelling millennials and beginner birders. In the past year, we've passively observed birds around our Midwest homes and dedicated time to learning a...
1: Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Start Birding
May 15, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.62 MBNot to give you FOMO, but we're pretty sure that birding is having a moment. It seems like more and more people are picking up their binoculars, heading into their local environment, and ID'ing birds. (No? Just us?) Here are the top 10 reasons (of, like, a billion reasons) why you should join the birding revolution. We (Sarah and Mo) are city-dwelling millennials and beginner birders. In the past year, we've passively observed birds around our Midwest homes and dedicated time to learning a...