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Weekend Birder

Weekend Birder is a podcast about noticing Australian birds. Through thoughtful conversations and shared experiences, it brings stories and science into everyday places. You don’t need specialist knowledge to take part - curiosity is enough. Hosted by Kirsty Costa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:59

137 Terns - with Claire

Weekend Birder ·

2026/02/17

Australia’s terns are fast, fascinating and full of subtle differences. Dr Claire Greenwell shares how to tell Fairy Terns from Little Terns, what makes seabirds so unique and why community action is critical for their conservation.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/137-terns📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Arctic Tern, Bridled Tern, Caspian Tern, Crested Tern, Fairy Tern,

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27:56

136 Kingfishers in Cairns - with Jonah

Weekend Birder ·

2026/02/10

Jonah Lafferty shares why Cairns is kingfisher heaven - from Little Kingfishers at the Botanic Gardens to Buff-breasted Paradise Kingfishers up on the Tablelands - plus his favourite local hotspots for birdwatching in Far North Queensland.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/136-kingfishers-in-cairns📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Blue-faced Parrot-Finch, Buff-breasted Paradise

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33:46

135 Pacific Black Duck - with Jason

Weekend Birder ·

2026/02/03

From its eyebrow to its shimmering wing panel, there is lots to learn about the Pacific Black Duck. Scientist and conservationist Jason Graham does a deep-dive (pun intended) into this impressive bird and provides insights into a large conservation story unfolding in Tasmania.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/135-pacific-black-duck📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Little

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33:02

134 The 700 Birds Project - with Bridget and Jane

Weekend Birder ·

2026/01/27

Artists Jane Rusden and Bridget Farmer share the story behind The 700 Birds Project - a long-term plan to travel in short trips and draw every bird they encounter. From Gluepot to Hattah-Kulkyne and Chiltern, they talk birding misadventures, advice about field sketching and why birds keep pulling them back into new places.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/134-the-700-birds-project📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at -

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22:52

133 Why do birds sing? - with Gráinne

Weekend Birder ·

2026/01/20

Dr Gráinne Cleary explains what birds are really doing when they sing. Along the way, she shares simple ways to tune your ear and hear birdsong as communication, not background noise.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/132-wingmate🎵 Recordings by Marc Anderson, licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Australian Magpie, Magpie-Lark, Noisy Miner,

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19:18

132 Wingmate - with Brandon

Weekend Birder ·

2026/01/13

Brandon Chapman chats about how birdwatching and game design come together in Wingmate, an app that helps people notice birds, build life lists and turn everyday walks into moments of curiosity and connection.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/132-wingmate🎵 Recordings by Marc Anderson, licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Comb-crested Jacana,

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18:06

131 Falling in Love with Birds - with Shane and Kayte

Weekend Birder ·

2026/01/06

Shane and Kayte Cheney share how birds became part of their love story, from noticing backyard species to building shared rituals, travel memories and a joyful first year of birdwatching together.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/131-falling-in-love-with-birds🎵 Recordings by Marc Anderson, licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Australian

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19:37

Encore: Magpies - with Mandy

Weekend Birder ·

2025/12/30

Revisit one of Weekend Birder’s most loved episodes. Dr Mandy Ridley shares what research reveals about Australian Magpies, including their intelligence, communication behaviours and how we can help them to thrive.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/encore-magpies🎵 Australian Magpie recording by Eddy Smith (XC747690) - https://xeno-canto.org/species/gymnorhina-tibicen📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds

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28:28

130 Birds and Books - with Angela

Weekend Birder ·

2025/12/23

Angela Savage shares how books and birdwatching shape the way we notice the world. From crime novels to picture books to non-fiction guides, Angela has a generous reading list for bird lovers of all ages.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/130-birds-and-books📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Arctic Tern, Barking Owl, Magpie, Rainbow Lorikeet, Red-tailed Black-Cockatoo, Spotted

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16:53

Birds Between Laps - with Jenna

Weekend Birder ·

2025/12/16

Olympic swimmer Jenna Forrester shares how birdwatching fits between training sessions, the birds she notices from the pool, and why birds have become a grounding part of life under pressure.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/129-birds-between-laps📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Australia’s five cormorantsBird illustration: Little Pied Cormorant-- Hosted on Acast. See

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28:47

128 Nature People - with César

Weekend Birder ·

2025/12/09

Wildlife veterinarian, photographer and podcaster Dr César Puechmarin shares how nature shapes his work, his new book Nature People, and why birdwatching remains a grounding force in his life.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/128-nature-people📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com🎵 Recording by Marc Anderson, licenced from - https://www.wildambience.comBirds mentioned in this episode: European Starling, Superb

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31:11

127 Pelagics - with Holly

Weekend Birder ·

2025/12/02

Pelagic trips take you far offshore to the seabirds most of us never get to see. Dr Holly Kirk shares what turns up at the continental shelf, how to spot albatrosses and petrels, and how to prepare so the day feels exciting rather than overwhelming.🎧 All links here: https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/127-pelagics📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at: https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: White-faced Storm-Petrel, Grey-headed AlbatrossBird

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29:49

126 Birds, Business and Big Hearts

Weekend Birder ·

2025/11/25

James and Josh from LYFER share the story behind their bird-loving brand, the currawong that changed everything, and how they’re supporting conservation through ethical design.🎧 All links here: https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/126-birds-business-and-big-hearts🎵 Pied Currawong recording by Marc Anderson, licenced from wildambience.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at: https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Pied Currawong, Golden-shouldered

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23:01

125 Observe, Learn and Protect - with Spencer

Weekend Birder ·

2025/11/18

Teenage conservationist Spencer Hitchen chats with Kirsty in Melbourne’s Royal Park about birdwatching, Glossy Black-cockatoos and how young people can create change with hope, optimism and community.🎧 All links here: https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/125-observe-learn-and-protect📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at: https://www.weekendbirder.comBirds mentioned in this episode: Glossy Black-Cockatoo, Yellow-tailed Black CockatooBird illustration: Glossy-black

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24:40

124 Parrot Evolution - with Tim

Weekend Birder ·

2025/11/11

Scientist and author Tim Low unpacks how parrots evolved in Australia, why cockatoos fill the 'woodpecker' niche, and the wild truth about carnivorous parrots.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/124-parrot-evolution📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.com🎵 Recordings by Marc Anderson, licenced from https://www.wildambience.comBird illustration: Little Corella-- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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17:18

123 Every Bird in the World - with Cob

Weekend Birder ·

2025/11/04

Birding with Cob shares how a Tawny Frogmouth sparked his passion, the global adventures that followed, and why birdwatching has become a worldwide community of curiosity and connection.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/123-every-bird-in-the-world📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBird illustration: Chilean Flamingo-- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:25

122 Pardalotes and Parrots - with Cat

Weekend Birder ·

2025/10/28

Australia’s 2025 Top Tour Guide, Cat Davidson, shares the magic of Inala on Bruny Island - home to Forty-spotted Pardalotes, Swift Parrots and Tasmania’s other incredible birdlife.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/122-pardalotes-and-parrots📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBird illustration: Forty-spotted Pardalote-- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:56

121 Bird Bird Bird - with Rove

Weekend Birder ·

2025/10/21

Comedian Rove McManus shares his lifelong love of birds, from backyard Galahs to hummingbirds, and how birdwatching brings awe, laughter and connection.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/121-bird-bird-bird🎵 Recording by Marc Anderson - licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBird illustration: Galah-- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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18:40

Encore: Tawny Frogmouths - with Marian

Weekend Birder ·

2025/10/16

Discover the secrets of the Tawny Frogmouth, one of Australia’s most loved birds. Dr Marian Weaving shares their fascinating features, quirky behaviours and how we can help them thrive in the wild.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/09-tawny-frogmouths-with-marian👑Tawny Frogmouth Named 2025 Bird of the Year - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/oct/16/tawny-frogmouth-2025-australian-bird-year-winner🎵 Tawny Frogmouth recording by Marc Anderson - licenced from

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28:06

120 This Bird - with Astred and Holly

Weekend Birder ·

2025/10/14

This joyful chat with award-winning illustrator Astred Hicks and BirdLife Australia’s Dr Holly Parsons is about noticing everyday urban birds, playful ways to watch with kids and the surprising travels of the tiny Silvereye.🎧 All links here - https://www.weekendbirder.com/podcast/119-birds-that-connect-us🎵 Recording by Marc Anderson - licenced from https://www.wildambience.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder🦆 More at - https://www.weekendbirder.comBird illustration:

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