that quirky bird girl

Steph that quirky bird girl

I’m Steph, a goofy, big-hearted bird nerd, and neurodivergent content creator on TikTok and YouTube who’s turned a passion for feathered friends into a movement. That Quirky Bird Girl is where joy, laughter, and heartfelt conversations meet the real work of protecting and celebrating birds — from our local parks to skies around the world. Each episode, I bring you uplifting stories, deep dives into birding adventures, and chats with incredible people making a difference for wildlife and community. You’ll leave with fresh perspective and a smile on your face.🦆

  1. 11/26/2025

    s4ep2: childhood bird nerds on joy, curiosity, and writing with Daisy Yuhas

    In this episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, I sit down with the lovely and incredibly intelligent Daisy Yuhas — author, science writer, and genuinely one of the most grounded people I’ve ever talked to about birds!! 🐦‍⬛ We dive into her lifelong love of birds, how her childhood curiosity turned into a career in science communication, and the story behind her gorgeous book A Field Guide of Birds. Daisy and I talk about the accessibility of birding (yes, even if you don’t know a single bird name yet!), the species that first captured her heart, and why empathy and community are at the center of how she approaches nature. We also explore the collaborative and creative process behind writing her book — how she worked with scientists, artists, and everyday bird lovers to build something beautiful, educational, and deeply human. This episode is equal parts cozy conversation, nerdy bird joy, and a gentle reminder that paying attention to nature can reconnect us to ourselves and to each other. If you’ve ever wondered how birds help us build community and compassion… this one is for you. Tune in, chirper and quirkster. You're gonna love Daisy. 💛🪶 Want to check learn more about Daisy? Check out her Instagram here and her website. 🛍️ Order your limited edition That Quirky Bird Girl pin here:⁠https://square.link/u/YK7XiuV8📲 Find all my other content, links, and lives here:⁠https://linktr.ee/learnaboutbirds⁠

    40 min
  2. 09/30/2025

    S3 EP10 BirdNote, Community, and Inspiring Millions (!!!!!) with Nick Bayard

    In this episode, I sit down with Nick Bayard, Executive Director of BirdNote, the beloved nonprofit radio program that has reached over 10 million listeners nationwide with stories that spark wonder and action for our lovely birds. Nick shares his journey from being a peacekeeper in Paraguay to leading a non-profit that uniquely blends education, storytelling, and even humor to bring bird conservation into people’s daily lives. We reflect on how his time in the Peace Corps shaped his understanding of community, and why humor and authenticity are such powerful tools for connection (cross-linguistically, because yes, he speaks Guarani'!!). Together, we dive into the ways BirdNote inspires people to take meaningful steps for birds, and how audience engagement and fundraising are essential to sustaining BirdNote's vital mission. ✨Want to support BirdNote? ✨ On October 29th, they’re hosting a special event (VIRTUALLY!!!) to raise funds that help keep their programming streaming for free to national radio stations. Don’t miss the chance to uplift the work of a nonprofit that’s changing the way millions of people see and care for our birds. Secure your spot here: https://www.birdnote.org/explore/field-notes/2025/10/reasons-celebrate-joy-filled-auction-conversation-j-drew-lanham Tune in to BirdNote daily hear how storytelling, community, and a little quirkiness can make the world a better place for both birds and people. birdnote.org Order your limited edition That Quirky Bird Girl pin here:⁠https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLNBR88D654P9/checkout/ACJQVI63WDTQK7RXNTQ7DGZP⁠Find all my other content, links, and lives here:⁠https://linktr.ee/learnaboutbirds⁠

    38 min
4.3
out of 5
6 Ratings

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I’m Steph, a goofy, big-hearted bird nerd, and neurodivergent content creator on TikTok and YouTube who’s turned a passion for feathered friends into a movement. That Quirky Bird Girl is where joy, laughter, and heartfelt conversations meet the real work of protecting and celebrating birds — from our local parks to skies around the world. Each episode, I bring you uplifting stories, deep dives into birding adventures, and chats with incredible people making a difference for wildlife and community. You’ll leave with fresh perspective and a smile on your face.🦆