Nature, Cemeteries, and Bird Joy: A Conversation with Danielle Belleny

What this episode covers

In this joyful and thought-provoking episode, Dexter and Jason sit down with Danielle Belleny, a wildlife biologist, birder, storyteller, and co-founder of Black Birders Week. Danielle is known for her ability to blend ecology, joy, and cultural reflection, and she encourages us to see nature in often-overlooked places, particularly cemeteries. Her celebrated works include *This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds* and *A Junior Birder's Handbook*, and she is also behind the growing #CemeteryBirdersClub movement. Danielle's efforts are expanding how people connect with birds, life, and even death. Episode Resources: * This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds [https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/danielle-belleny/this-is-a-book-for-people-who-love-birds/9780762475971/?lens=running-press] * A Junior Birder's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Birdwatching [https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/danielle-belleny/the-junior-birders-handbook/9780762480784/] Connect with Danielle: Stay connected with Danielle's latest projects, writing, and birding adventures: Instagram: @bellzisbirding [https://www.instagram.com/bellzisbirding?igsh=N25wY2kxaXUzeDh4]#CemeteryBirdersClub Website: https://dbelleny.carrd.co/ The Bird Joy Podcast is hosted by Dexter Patterson [https://www.instagram.com/wiscobirder] and Jason Hall [https://www.instagram.com/thebirdingbeardsman] Connect with the Pod: Instagram: Bird Joy Podcast  [https://www.instagram.com/thebirdjoypod/] Birding Club Websites: BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin [https://www.bipocbirdingclub.org/] In Color Birding Club [https://www.incolorbirding.org/]