Weekend Birder

Kirsty Costa
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Noticing birds together through stories, science and wonder in everyday places. Weekend Birder is an Australian podcast about noticing everyday birdlife. Episodes explore bird behaviour, sound, ecology and research alongside real moments from backyards, bushland, beaches and wetlands. You’ll hear conversations with ecologists, writers, artists and other bird lovers, with learning shared along the way. There’s no jargon and no gatekeeping - just a warm, welcoming place to build confidence and keep noticing. Hosted by Kirsty Costa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Encore: Magpies - with Mandy

    4 DAGE SIDEN

    Encore: Magpies - with Mandy

    Revisit one of Weekend Birder’s most loved episodes. Dr Mandy Ridley shares what research reveals about Australian Magpies, including their intelligence, communication behaviours and how we can help them to thrive. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/encore-magpies 🎵 Australian Magpie recording by Eddy Smith (XC747690) - https://xeno-canto.org/species/gymnorhina-tibicen 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: Australian Magpie, Arabian Babbler, Pied Babbler Bird illustration: Australian Magpie -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min.
  2. 130 Birds and Books - with Angela

    23.12.2025

    130 Birds and Books - with Angela

    Angela Savage shares how books and birdwatching shape the way we notice the world. From crime novels to picture books to non-fiction guides, Angela has a generous reading list for bird lovers of all ages. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/130-birds-and-books 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: Arctic Tern, Barking Owl, Magpie, Rainbow Lorikeet, Red-tailed Black-Cockatoo, Spotted Pardalote, Swamp Harrier Bird illustration: Spotted Pardalote -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min.
  3. 129 Birds Between Laps - with Jenna

    16.12.2025

    129 Birds Between Laps - with Jenna

    Olympic swimmer Jenna Forrester shares how birdwatching fits between training sessions, the birds she notices from the pool, and why birds have become a grounding part of life under pressure. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/129-birds-between-laps 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: Australia’s five cormorants Bird illustration: Little Pied Cormorant -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min.
  4. 128 Nature People - with César

    09.12.2025

    128 Nature People - with César

    Wildlife veterinarian, photographer and podcaster Dr César Puechmarin shares how nature shapes his work, his new book Nature People, and why birdwatching remains a grounding force in his life. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/128-nature-people 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com 🎵 Recording by Marc Anderson, licenced from - https://www.wildambience.com Birds mentioned in this episode: European Starling, Superb Fairywren, Wompoo Fruit-dove Bird illustration: European Starling -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min.
  5. 127 Pelagics - with Holly

    02.12.2025

    127 Pelagics - with Holly

    Pelagic trips take you far offshore to the seabirds most of us never get to see. Dr Holly Kirk shares what turns up at the continental shelf, how to spot albatrosses and petrels, and how to prepare so the day feels exciting rather than overwhelming. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/127-pelagics 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: White-faced Storm-Petrel, Grey-headed Albatross Bird illustration: Grey-headed Albatross -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min.
  6. 126 Birds, Business and Big Hearts - with Josh and James

    25.11.2025

    126 Birds, Business and Big Hearts - with Josh and James

    James and Josh from LYFER share the story behind their bird-loving brand, the currawong that changed everything, and how they’re supporting conservation through ethical design. 🎧 All links here: https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/126-birds-business-and-big-hearts 🎵 Pied Currawong recording by Marc Anderson, licenced from wildambience.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at: https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: Pied Currawong, Golden-shouldered Parrot Bird illustration: Pied Currawong -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min.
  7. 125 Observe, Learn and Protect - with Spencer

    18.11.2025

    125 Observe, Learn and Protect - with Spencer

    Teenage conservationist Spencer Hitchen chats with Kirsty in Melbourne’s Royal Park about birdwatching, Glossy Black-cockatoos and how young people can create change with hope, optimism and community. 🎧 All links here: https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/125-observe-learn-and-protect 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at: https://www.weekendbirder.com Birds mentioned in this episode: Glossy Black-Cockatoo, Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo Bird illustration: Glossy-black Cockatoo -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min.
  8. 124 Parrot Evolution - with Tim

    11.11.2025

    124 Parrot Evolution - with Tim

    Scientist and author Tim Low unpacks how parrots evolved in Australia, why cockatoos fill the 'woodpecker' niche, and the wild truth about carnivorous parrots. 🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/124-parrot-evolution 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder 🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com 🎵 Recordings by Marc Anderson, licenced from https://www.wildambience.com Birds featured: Kea, Kākā, Little Corella, Pygmy Parrot, Yellow-tailed Black-cockatoo Bird illustration: Little Corella -- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min.
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Noticing birds together through stories, science and wonder in everyday places. Weekend Birder is an Australian podcast about noticing everyday birdlife. Episodes explore bird behaviour, sound, ecology and research alongside real moments from backyards, bushland, beaches and wetlands. You’ll hear conversations with ecologists, writers, artists and other bird lovers, with learning shared along the way. There’s no jargon and no gatekeeping - just a warm, welcoming place to build confidence and keep noticing. Hosted by Kirsty Costa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Skaber
    Kirsty Costa
  • Aktive år
    2022 - 2025
  • Episoder
    136
  • Vurdering
    Ikke anstødeligt
  • Copyright
    © Weekend Birder
  • Websted for serie
    Weekend Birder

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