In our season finale, we pay tribute to Tom Johnson, a distinguished bird expert and an exceptional human being, who passed away unexpectedly in 2023. Tom was a guiding light in the birding community, known for his profound knowledge, infectious enthusiasm, and unwavering dedication to bird conservation and science. This episode features an interview with Tom, recorded shortly before his passing.Listen to the American Birding Association's podcast tribute to Tom here. Learn more about To...
We've got lots to chit-chat about this week—birds, butterflies, land, and more!We talk about Harvesters—learn about these butterflies here and their diets here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
Kate is a marine biologist and pelagic expert who has stories and facts to fill a whole voyage. Join us as we delve into the mesmerizing world of pelagic birds and wildlife, uncovering the secrets of the high seas! Check out Seabirding Pelagics with Kate when you're ready for an offshore adventure. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsorin...
A few weeks ago we sat down to chat about Cuba, earthquakes, and eclipses. We always stay busy!We mention birding in Bhutan; if you want to know more about what it's like, check out this episode from season two. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
The Birds and Audubon Missed comes out this week. Listen as George and Alvaro reminisce and muse the worlds of ornithology and birding with Kenn—perhaps as you enjoy spring migration in your neck of the woods!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
Adam has birded the places people dream of all around the world, and recently returned from his most recent adventures in the primary forests of the Darien Gap. We're chatting birds, mammals, herps, and more!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
George is sharing a behind-the-scenes look at his scouting trip in northern India from January 2024. Want to hear the rest of the story? Check us out on Patreon! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
There's been some exciting news in the birding world, and we have thoughts — and some inside scoop! Today, we're talking about ABA Checklist updates and major discoveries in bird evaluation and taxonomy. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
The finch guru is with us today! We're talking speciation, food source specialization, mimicry, and more. Yep, this episode is meaty. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
We're chit-chatting about ABA, natural disasters on birding tours, and other news from our backyards. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
In North America, winter lingers up north while migration and breeding season rev up in the south. Today, we're chatting about recent stories from the field and a few from the archives. Check out lekking Sharp-tailed Grouse here.Check out Cuba: An American History here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
We want you to hear just how cool and fascinating the Subantarctic Islands islands are. Join us there in December? [Learn more here.]Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
Alvaro is here today with a deep dive on supergenes and their phenotypic expressions in birds. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
A plea from your producer: Any tips on dealing with paper wasps?! But really, I've got it under control, I think...Holly returns to the podcast this week as we catch up on Neotropic birding and more.Read about Mollee's full Harpy Eagle experience here.Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
Hey, hey. The American Ornithological Society has announced the 2024 proposals affecting taxonomy and species. Here's what we think about them!And have you heard about the drama around an individual seeing 10,000 bird species for the first time? Congrats, Peter Kaestner! Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
We have lots to share this time! Subscribe to our shiny newsletter Find us on PatreonCheck out these least bittern x-rays And visit our tour websites to join us in the field!Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.comThanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our p...
George interviews friends Andrea and Josh about gorillas, tick-borne diseases and prevention, and bird and wildlife photography. More from Andrea and Josh: About the American Lyme Disease FoundationThe Unbiased Science PodcastCheck out Josh's photographyTalk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.comThanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your top...
We're chatting about New Year birding, winter sea watching and pelagics, and the evolution of communication platforms for birders. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.comThanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
We're back for season four, and we have lots to catch up on! Join us as we chat about recent travels, Christmas Bird Counts, and other exciting winter birding.Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.comThanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!
George is bringing you a set of interviews with part of the fall crew at Cape May Bird Observatory. Enjoy these glimpses into life at the counting sites with Martina Nordstrand, Gautam Apte, and Aidan Place!Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.comThanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics fo...
Mike Ambrose
Fantastic birding podcast. Hosts are knowledgeable and comfortable and the content is a great mix of birding experiences and sharing scientific knowledge. Looking forward to more!