Bird Sh*t Podcast

Episodes

1. 41

   41: NYC is for Plovers - Interview with Chris Allieri of the NYC Plover Project

   Welcome to another episode of Bird Sh*t! It's currently nesting and fledgling season for adorable shorebirds. As such, we're excited to talk to Chris Allieri, founder of the NYC Plover Project. Chris joins us to talk about: what it's like on the frontlines of the annual summer showdown…

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   Jun 29, 2023

   1h 05m
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   40: Migration madness!

   Wake up, folks, because our hiatus is over and IT'S MIGRATION SEASON. In this episode, we're bringing you five incredible bird migrations: the longest, the shortest, and some impressive ones in between. We also cover some fun birds in the news stories, including Zoom parrots. Plus, find out if we...

   May 19, 2023

   44m
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   39: Flicker? I hardly know her!

   Knock on wood: we're talking about woodpeckers this episode! These recognizable and unique species of birds have a lot of cool secrets up their sleeves. Tune in as we unpack what makes them so special (and make a few sexual innuendos along the way, of course). Plus, we discuss birds in the news,...

   Apr 27, 2022

   44m
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   38: I come for the birds Down Under! Birds from Australia and New Zealand

   We're flying the coop and pretending to be snowbirds! This month, we're chatting all about birds from Australia and New Zealand (a request from one of our listeners). Not gonna lie: we learned some AMAZING facts about these southern hemisphere birds. So sit back, enjoy a Vegemite sandwich, and...

   Feb 16, 2022

   46m
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   37: Grandma Sweatshirt Birds

   The holiday season is upon us and nothing says "festive" like a warm, cozy, sweatshirt...screenprinted with some birds on snow-covered branches and probably some pinecones or other ambiguous "outdoor" motives. That's right: put away your ugly sweaters because it's GRANDMA SWEATSHIRT SEASON...

   Dec 16, 2021

   39m
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   36: Beachin' Birds: Summer Shorebirds

   IT'S SUMMERTIME, BABYYYY! We're coming at you with the hottest facts about some beachin' North American shorebirds, as well as ways you can help keep the shores safe for birds. Cool down with this tall glass of bird banter! We also share some of our favorite answers to our recent Instagram...

   Jul 28, 2021

   34m
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   35: Let's Create a Bird Union with Audubon for All!

   We hope you're ready for some tea. The National Audubon Society is front and center of a lot of important conversations regarding race, inclusivity, and equality—both in the workplace and the great outdoors. In the past few months, the majority of Audubon’s employees have declared that they want…

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   Jun 30, 2021

   50m
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   34: Mother Flockers: Cool Bird Moms

   We're back! After welcoming our own little baby birds into the world, we wanted to share our favorite bird moms for our first episode of 2021. Yes, this episode is coming out after Mother's Day, but we were able to record it on Mother's Day so it feels relevant still. Some of these bird moms are...

   May 13, 2021

   33m
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   33: Uncommon Facts about Common Birds: Corvid Edition

   Every joke about "Corvid-19" has already been made, so let's skip to the good stuff: BIRDS! We'll share some fascinating, little-known facts about one of the bird world's smartest families (but let's be honest, ALL birds are smart). Corvids—aka the crow family—can be found all over the world.…

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   Aug 25, 2020

   39m
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    32: Wild Bird Rehab Stories with the "Unflappable" Suzie Gilbert: Author and Bird Rehabber

    It's one thing to admire birds in the wild, but it's rare to find people who dedicate their lives to helping injured birds return to the wild. Suzie Gilbert is one of these impassioned birders. Luckily for the world, she picked up a pen to start sharing her wildlife rehabilitation stories. In…

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    Jul 21, 2020

    48m
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    31: Layin' It Down: Weird Bird Nests and Eggs

    Spring is upon us and the birds are gettin' busy. And what does that mean? That's right: lots of little baby birds will soon be entering the world. Not all nests are created equal. Some birds lay eggs in giant piles of composting garbage that they continuously turn to keep the eggs at the perfect...

    Jun 3, 2020

    38m
12. 30

    30: "Bird day" Bash Celebrating One Year of Bird Sh*t

    Bird Sh*t Podcast is officially one year old! Sarah and Mo have been talkin' birds, interviewing amazing birders, and sharing badass bird facts for 365 days. Thank you so much for listening and being a part of this adventure! To celebrate our "bird day," we're revisiting some of our favorite...

    May 19, 2020

    35m
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    29: There Are (LOTS OF) Birds: Interview with musician Stephanie Seymour

    Stephanie Seymour has been a musician her whole life and an avid birder for the last 15 years. Her latest album, There Are Birds, brings together her love of birds and vast musical talents. Don't be fooled by the album's name: this is not an album of bird calls. It's an eclectic mix of pop and...

    Apr 13, 2020

    35m
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    28: Birds Gone Wild: Spring Break Birds from Central America, South America, and Mexico

    When we first recorded this Spring Break episode, we didn't anticipate half the world being on COVID-19 lockdown. But now seems like as good of a time as any to take a mental vacation to the sunny regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America for some incredible birding! Learn about some…

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    Mar 18, 2020

    42m
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    27: From the ‘Hood to the Marsh: Environmental Equality with Corina Newsome

    Corina Newsome grew up in Philadelphia and has always had a desire to participate in, and advocate for, the protection of wildlife and natural spaces, and encourage people of color in the U.S. to explore the great outdoors. These days, you’ll catch her in Georgia marshes doing important...

    Mar 4, 2020

    49m
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    26: Birdie, It's Cold Outside: Arctic Birds

    While counting down the days until spring migration, we might as well go full-out WINTER. Embrace your cold side and learn about some awesome birds that call the Arctic their home (for at least part of the year). Learn about: a bird that sprays stomach oil onto the wings of its enemies; an eagle...

    Feb 18, 2020

    33m
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    25: Shake Yo' Grass(land bird) - Interview with Alyssa DeRubeis, Grassland Birds Biologist

    Grassland bird populations are declining more than any other bird group in North America. Rather than spaz out—our normal reaction to bad bird news—we had a conversation with Alyssa DeRubeis and felt a lot better about the work being done for grassland birds. Spoiler: there’s still hope for...

    Feb 4, 2020

    42m
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    24: The Birds of "The Office"

    Ever wonder what bird species your favorite characters from the hit TV series "The Office" would be? Wonder no more. In this episode, we correlate characteristics of different bird species to some of the rowdy bunch of characters from "The Office." Tune in to find out if we let Dwight be the Bald...

    Jan 22, 2020

    29m
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    23: Birds That Had a Freakin' Great 2019

    Before we dive too deep into 2020, let's reflect on 2019. Some big things happened in the bird world last year. Scientists identified the remains of a 15-pound, 3-foot-tall parrot named Squawkzilla. US cities adopted bird-friendly laws. We've lost 1 in 4 birds since the 1970s (hey, we didn't say…

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    Jan 7, 2020

    50m
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    22: The (Not Quite 12) Birds of Christmas

    Some people think it's weird that many gifts in the "12 Days of Christmas" carol are birds. We're not those people...because BIRDS. Impress your friends and family this holiday season by spittin' some fun facts about the birds mentioned in this song—plus, a special Hannukah bird! You'll also get...

    Dec 17, 2019

    39m
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    21: Explore Important Bird Areas via Opera: Interview with Filmmaker Ryan Moritz

    We always hear how climate change impacts birds, but what does it feel like to *be* a bird living through this unfathomable change? Producer, songwriter, and filmmaker Ryan Moritz set out to answer this question. He’s spent the last five years filming, recording, and editing a work of art to help...

    Dec 11, 2019

    44m
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    20: Uncommon Facts about Common Birds: Songbird Edition

    You know how everyone is always talking about the cool rare birds they've seen? Time to shut up the haters with these amazing facts about common birds. We believe that all birds should be appreciated every day...so why not learn more about the birds we see every day? This episode covers...

    Nov 27, 2019

    34m
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    19: The People Behind the Birds Named After People

    Ever wonder who the people are that named the birds named after people? Well, we wondered about it and decided to do some research. This isn't a collection of hum-drum stories about old white dudes. That's not how we roll. We uncovered tantalizing ornithological tales for your podcasting…

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    Nov 13, 2019

    41m
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    18: Learn spooky, creepy bird calls (and omens) for Halloween

    Pack an extra pair of pants because we're playing scary bird calls for our Halloween episode! Play these creepy bird calls at your Halloween party or listen to them late at night when you can't sleep. (Don't worry, it's totally normal.) In addition to learning scary bird calls, you'll hear...

    Oct 30, 2019

    28m
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    17: Everyday Ways to Help Birds Thrive

    You asked, "how can I help birds?" We said, "HELL YES LET'S HELP SOME BIRDS." Turns out, there are some very, very simple things you can do to help birds everywhere have a better chance of surviving. From your daily cup of coffee to just appreciating the birds near you, we cover eight easy things...

    Oct 16, 2019

    34m
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    16: From Costa Rica to Canada: Birding with Andrés Jiménez

    Andrés Jiménez, a biologist and conservation advocate, has found a snowy owl in downtown Toronto, searched for snakes all across Costa Rica, and rediscovered a toad species that was missing for 30 years. His 9-5 job is leading urban birding programs for Bird Studies Canada, the largest Canadian...

    Oct 1, 2019

    46m
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    15: Birds Flown Astray: Birds with an Identity Crisis

    These birds are not like the others in their scientific families. Meet some fascinating birds defying their taxonomy or going through some kind of weird identity crisis. A parrot that lives in the mountains?! A songbird without a song?! Learn about these birds and others in this week's episode....

    Sep 24, 2019

    32m
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    14: Mean Birds - Deadly Birds of DEATH

    Turns out that birds are just as pissed about the changes to the Endangered Species Act as we are. In this episode, we highlight birds who fight back and give humans a taste of their own medicine. GO BIRDS, GO!! Note: if we're being real, these birds don't seek out people to kill or thirst for...

    Sep 10, 2019

    33m
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    13: The Queen of Bird Sh*t: Badass Birding Stories from Laura Erickson

    We first reached out to birding expert Laura Erickson to talk about the birds of Harry Potter (check out episode 11!). This episode—the second half of our conversation with her—is filled with her inspirational perspective on life, relatable observations about birding as a hobby, and stories you...

    Aug 28, 2019

    53m
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    12: NOM NOM—The Best Bird Feeders and Food

    Time to talk munchies! In this episode, learn how to attract birds with FOOD (because who doesn't love food?). We get into the nitty-gritty so you can bring the kinds of birds to your yard that you want to see. Learn what kinds of feeders are best for certain types of birds, as well as the...

    Aug 14, 2019

    30m
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    11: The Birding World of Harry Potter with Laura Erickson

    Happy 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...

    Jul 30, 2019

    44m
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    10: Attract Birds to Your Yard with Native Plants

    The 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...

    Jul 23, 2019

    36m
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    9: Let's talk about bird sex (because of course we would)

    We’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...

    Jul 16, 2019

    40m
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    8: The Most Famous Birds in History—Seven Legendary Birds

    There 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,...

    Jul 9, 2019

    37m
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    7: Amazing Bald Eagle facts to celebrate America's f*cking birthday (Independence Day)

    ICYMI, 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…

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    Jul 2, 2019

    32m
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    6: How to Choose Birding Binoculars: Interview with Griffin Dennis

    Binoculars 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,...

    Jun 26, 2019

    30m
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    5: Gay Birds Who Strut Their Feathers for Pride Month

    Giant 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...

    Jun 18, 2019

    33m
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    4: Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding, Part 2 (ft. a Prothonotary Warbler!)

    Our 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....

    Jun 11, 2019

    23m
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    3: Bird Shit Podcast Goes to Canada—Point Pelee National Park Birding Trip, Part One

    Some 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...

    May 29, 2019

    26m
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    2: How to plan a birding trip (complete with blow-up dolls)

    Planning 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,...

    May 21, 2019

    31m
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    1: Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Start Birding

    Not 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...

    May 15, 2019

    20m