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The Birding Life Podcast Network

The Birding Life Podcast Network

The Birding Life Podcast Network brings you a mix of shows all about African birding and nature. We"re here to connect you with birds, the great outdoors, and the amazing people we meet along the way. Tune in and join us on our adventures!

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32:46

Season 6 Episode 2 - Dreaming of a White Christmas

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/12/01

This week’s guest is someone that had all the South African birders dreaming of a White Christmas! I chat to Decklan Jordaan, the young birder who this past weekend discovered a White Wagtail at Sappi Stanger on the KwaZulu Natal North Coast. This is only the second time that this species has been recorded in the region. We chat about this find, as well as other insights into birds and birding.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices

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37:52

Season 6 Episode 1 - Birding Big Day Tips and Advice

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/11/27

In this episode we will be chatting all about Birding Big Day. I had a conversation with Jody de Bruyn who was part of 'Wat-kyk-jy', who were the winners of last year’s Birding Big Day. Jody gives lots of tips and advice for those that want to see more birds on the day.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Westerman's

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42:37

Season 5 Episode 10 - A Winter's Birding Tale

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/10/23

In this, the last episode of season5,I will be talking to someone that I have wanted to have on the show for a long time. He has been birding for35 years, he was one of the hosts of the 'Better Birding' webinars, and he is a fantastic person - I am pleased to introduce David Winter. We will chat about a wide range of birding topics - David's personal birding story, bird clubs, how he sees the past, the present, and the future of birding, how technologycan be better used to help and grow birding, and

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34:46

Season 5 Episode 9 - Exploring the SABAP2 Website

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/10/15

In this episode we will explore one of the best tools available for those interested in South African birds, the SABAP2 website. I chatted to the projects Information Systems Specialist, Michael Brooks. Michael, who is responsible for all the IT and software development for the SABAP2 project, tells us all about what the website offers birders. He also chats about some recent updates that have been made to the website and how these will add to your enjoyment of birds.Visit our online store to get

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35:45

Season 5 Episode 8 - Birds and Zulu Culture

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/10/08

In this episode I will having a chat to my good friend Sithembiso Blessing Majoka. In the last episode that we did together we discussed Zulu bird names, in this episode we have a conversation about Birds and Zulu Culture. We look as some of the beliefs that surround four well-known Southern African species and how this affects their conservation.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA

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53:59

Season 5 Episode 7 - The Firefinch App

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/09/30

In this episode I will be chatting to two of the team members who were responsible for the recently released Firefinch app. Faansie Peacock is one of South Africa’s best loved bird authors, and his books have become essential items for any birder’s collection. I chat to both him, as well as Stephan Swart, the developer who helped put Faansie’s ideas onto the Firefinch app. In the chat we find out all about the app, finding out not only what the offers the user, but also the story behind the

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31:19

Season 5 Episode 6 - The Cape Parrot Project

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/09/26

In this episode we will be talking all about Cape Parrots! I chat to Susan Wishart, the Project Manager at The Cape Parrot Project. She tells us all about this special species, the threats that they are facing, as well as the conservation initiatives that are being done to conserve them.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from

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37:13

Season 5 Episode 5 - Birds of South Africa

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/09/18

In this episode we chat to Adam Riley about his newly released photographic guide, 'Birds of South Africa'. He tells us all about the book, as well as sharing his expert knowledge on the birds and birding in South Africa Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Westerman's https://valemount.co.za/westermans/'Order Birds of South

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36:01

Season 5 Episode 4 - A Namibian Birding Adventure

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/09/10

In this episode we do a virtual birding trip through magical Namibia with bird guide, Leon Marais. He tells us all about the birds, locations, routes, and everything you need to know to plan a birding trip to the country.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Westerman's https://valemount.co.za/westermans/Lawson’s Birding, Wildlife

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38:31

Season 5 Episode 3 - In Pursuit of More: An Atlasing...

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/09/02

In this episode I chat to well known atlaser Pieter Verster. If you want to see more birds, while contributing to conversation - this is the episode for you!In the episode Pieter speaks about:How another atlaser inspired his journey and the importance of connecting with other atlasersHow to make the most of the SABAP2 website to plan your birding How to use the SABAP2 data to target species to grow your provincial listHow to work out how many birds you will see in an areaHow to find the birds in the

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26:08

Season 5 Episode 2 - Inhlekabafazi and other Zulu...

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/08/26

The week's guest is the much-loved local birder Sithembiso Blessing Majoka.We chat all about recent Gauteng birding trip - sharing both our highlights and our lowlights. We then delve into Zulu bird names and their connection to traditional culture.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from

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49:36

Season 5 Episode 1 - Maputo Adventures and a...

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/08/20

In this episode we chat to Leon Marais about his recent trip to Maputo National Park - he tells us all what this location offers the more adventurous birder!I also chat to Karin Wiesler about 'Birds of Southern Africa - The Complete Photographic Guide' . She tells us all about the book, including the behind scenes work to put it together. She also tells us about her own birding journey. Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices

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49:25

Season 4 Episode 10 - Cameron Pearce - Safari Guide...

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/07/16

In this episode I chat to two guests.Firstly, I chat to Roger Machin, Canon South Africa's Product Marketing Manager. He chats about:The Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM, and tells us why he feels this F11 lens is a winner for bird photographers.The Canon mirrorless journey (an interesting short Canon history story).Why he feels that photographers should make the move from DSLR to mirrorless.Programs that can assist you with post processing.The exciting R7 camera and what it offers birders.Ideal lens

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36:47

Season 4 Episode 9 - Duncan McKenzie

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/07/08

In this episode I chat to well known South African birder, Duncan McKenzie.Amongst the topics we discuss in the show:The Wood Warbler that showed up in Phalaborwa this past week. Duncan also explains what reverse migration is.Duncan's early days of birding and how he discovered a 'brand-new' species.The delicate balance between conservation and development.The African countries that offer the most for birders and a South American country that is fantastic to bird in.The importance of the SABAP2

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40:04

Season 4 Episode 8 - An Artist's View

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/07/01

In this week's episode we chat to Kayleigh from Bayala Nyala Breeders. She shares what this venue, which is situated in the heart of Zululand, KwaZulu Natal, offers birders.I also chat to Robyn Ansell, one of South Africa's best wildlife and bird artists. I find out about what shaped her journey as an artist, learn about her favorite paintings that she has done, and also find out what goes into painting birds. This show is proudly sponsored by Westerman's - For the love of birds.Visit our online

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44:27

Season 4 Episode 7 - The Albatross Episode

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/06/25

In this episode we will be talking all about Albatrosses. I chat to Andrea Angel, the Albatross Task Force Manager. We talk about what makes the group family of birds so special – with Andrea sharing some stories of encounters she has had while observing them – and about the work that the Albatross Task Force.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA

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27:10

Season 4 Episode 6 - Youth Day Episode

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/06/18

Due to the fact that we celebrated Youth Day in South Africa on the week that this episode was recorded, this is a Youth Episode of The Birding Life Podcast. Mark will be chatting to some of the Birding Life Ambassadors and their friends. This is a fun episode covering lots of awesome content. Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza

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56:49

Season 4 Episode 5 - The 100th Episode

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/06/10

This week, we celebrate our 100th Episode! Garret Skead interviews the host of The Birding Life Podcast, Adam Cruickshank. Adam shares not only the story of The Birding Life, but also his own personal birding journey. This episode allows you to get to know the man behind the voice. Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Paul

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31:29

Season 4 Episode 4 - Wings over Water

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/06/04

What do you know about the Prairie Wetland system? If you are anything like me, you probably don’t know that much about this important ecosystem – and this is what this week’s guests hopes to change through the release of a new film. I chat to Chris Dorsey, the executive director of ‘Wings over Water’ – the stunning 3D IMAX film that celebrates the magic of the Prairie Wetlands. In this episode you will hear not only about this exciting film release, but why protecting this ecosystem isn’t only

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48:06

Season 4 Episode 3 - Surfing's Ultimate Companion

The Birding Life Podcast Network ·

2022/05/27

In this episode I will be chat to surf writer and broadcaster, Paul Evans, all the way from Southwest France. While he very rarely goes out and sits in a hide to write down the bird species he observes, he describes himself, when he leaves the house, as 'never not birding'. He tell us a little about his journey as a birder, as well why he thinks birding is the perfect side-hobby for surfers. Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices

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