Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds is a call-in show of entertaining conversation about wild birds -- attracting them to your back yard, identifying them, feeding them, and learning more about them along the way. Every week, we have contests for prizes like bird feeders and other great bird-related stuff, along with expert guests. So, whether you're an experienced birder, or you're new to birding, listen in, and be part of the show by calling in with a question, sharing some information or observations, or trying for one of our prizes. It's birdwatching--in the backyard and beyond. http://www.talkinbirds.com en-us Copyright 2006 Tue, 06 Jun 2007 19:00:00 -0500 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:00:00 -0500 Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds is a call-in show of entertaining conversation about wild birds -- attracting them to your back yard, identifying them, feeding them, and learning more about them along the way. Every week, we have contests for prizes like bird feeders and other great bird-related stuff, along with expert guests. So, whether you're an experienced birder, or you're new to birding, listen in, and be part of the show by calling in with a question, sharing some information or observations, or trying for one of our prizes. It's birdwatching--in the backyard and beyond. Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds is a call-in show of entertaining conversation about wild birds -- attracting them to your back yard, identifying them, feeding them, and learning more about them along the way. No A show about bird watchers and birding Ray Brown ray@talkinbirds.com birds, bird, birder, birding, birdwatching, birdwatcher, backyard, nature, outdoors, bird calls, talk radio webmaster@raybrown.biz http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_29_08.mp3 On show #169: we get a trucker-friendly introduction to our Featured Feathered Friend; we stump our callers with a wild-sounding Meadowlark relative; and our man Mike reveals the “secrets” of some long-lived birds. Podcasts Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_22_08.mp3 On show #168: we get a live mountaintop bird report, we learn how a wandering songbird got its name, and we hear about an "exploding" Mockingbird. Podcasts Mon, 23 Jun 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_15_08.mp3 On show #167: we listen to some frightening creatures with huge red eyes, hear "testimony" from a Congressional hearing, and solve the mystery of the Peeping Tom Chipping Sparrows. Podcasts Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_08_08.mp3 On show #166: we learn how feeding phalaropes defy gravity, and we recount a bird's story that began in Central Park. Podcasts Sun, 08 Jun 2008 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_01_08.mp3 On show #165: we revisit a favorite Featured Friend, and Mike tells us why we should clean our houses...once a year. Podcasts Wed, 04 Jun 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_25_08.mp3 On show #164: a Featured Friend not to be trifled with; a Mystery Bird that'll pilfer from your picnic table; and Mike talks about the increasing cost of filling your...birdfeeders. Podcasts Sun, 25 May 2008 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_18_08.mp3 On show #163: we learn the remarkable history of a Featured Feathered Friend, and Mike tries to help with a backyard burglary. Podcasts Mon, 19 May 2008 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_11_08.mp3 On show #162: We're serenaded by Tiny Tim and Slim Whitman (!) as we learn about a bird that times its egg laying to the phases of the moon. And we pay a visit to the Talkin' Birds Science Corner. Podcasts Sun, 11 May 2008 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_04_08.mp3 On show #161: We present a reprise of our Kentucky Birdy race; we answer the question "what's a bullbat?"; and a listener describes a wild backyard scene. Podcasts Mon, 05 May 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_27_08.mp3 On show #160: We get a live report from the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, and feature a bird that sounds like two stones banging together. Podcasts Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_20_08.mp3 On show #159: Dr. Bridget Stutchbury talks about the many threats facing neotropical migrants as described in her new book; we meet the "Canada Jay;" and we stump our callers in our Mystery Bird contest. Podcasts Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_13_08.mp3 On show #158: we learn how the Anna's Hummingbird makes its mysterious "chirp," and we feature a bird with a plume on its pileum! Podcasts Sun, 13 Apr 2008 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_06_08.mp3 On show #157: we hear some disturbing news about pesticide use south of the border; we learn about the only shorebird that uses leks; and Mike helps a listener deal with messy visitors. Podcasts Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_30_08.mp3 On show #156: an Alaskan listener reports some cool sightings, John Galluzzo checks in from Nantucket island, and Mike O'Connor has some advice for a bluebird lover. Podcasts Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_23_08.mp3 On show #155: we learn what happened to the Rufous-sided Towhee; we recall the year when there was no summer; and we spread some good news about the beautiful Red Knot. Podcasts Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_16_08.mp3 On show #154: we'll hear how some New Jersey officials are trying to save the Red Knot. We'll also get some insight into this winter's irruptions of Boreal birds; and our man Mike pontificates about peanuts. Podcasts Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:45:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_09_08.mp3 On show #153: we're wowed by the traveling exploits of a certain shorebird; Dr. Jeff Wells joins us to talk about his important new book; and we stump our callers on the Mystery Bird Contest (and forget to reveal its identity--we'll do so next week!) Podcasts Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_02_08.mp3 On show #152: we enter the world of the Great Grey Owl through the poetry of John Caddy; we learn about some amazing dove behavior; and Mike dispenses some advice to a finch-deprived listener. Podcasts Sun, 09 Mar 2008 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_24_08.mp3 On show #151: we learn some remarkable things about the Solitary Sandpiper; Mike explains why a House Sparrow emptied an entire feeder without eating anything; and we hear about some great options for handicapped birders. Podcasts Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:45:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_17_08.mp3 On show #150: we learn about the "symbol of the wild north," and we solve mysteries about a loner bird...and a lonely birdbath Podcasts Sun, 17 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_10_08.mp3 On show #149: William Cullen Bryant helps us with our Featured Feathered Friend; a special guest tells us about an amazing new system for watching nighttime bird migration; and Mike tells a listener why he doesn't see birds on weekdays! Podcasts Mon, 11 Feb 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_03_08.mp3 On show #148: we learn the truth about Carduelis Pinus; we hear from a silly-sounding Mystery Bird (who'll remain a mystery until next week); and Mike offers advice on...getting rid of a bird. Podcasts Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_27_08.mp3 On show #147: we hear about a bird that avoids injury through built-in airbags; Mass. Audubon's John Galluzzo joins us in studio; and Mike offers some good winter backyard bird advice. Podcasts Mon, 28 Jan 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_20_08.mp3 On show #146: we hear from bird song expert Don Kroodsma, with music inspired by birds; and Mike recommends preparing suet at home...NOT! Podcasts Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_13_08.mp3 On show #145: we present a swimming "turkey," an effervescent pipsqueak, and a discussion about fly paper! Podcasts Wed, 16 Jan 2008 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_06_08.mp3 On show #144: we learn about one of Eastern America's favorite birds; we come REALLY close to stumping our listeners on the Mystery Bird Contest; and Mike offers some advice on attracting winter finches. Podcasts Sun, 06 Jan 2008 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_30_07.mp3 On show #143: we wax poetic about a visitor from the north; a tiny brown Mystery Bird nearly stumps our listeners; and Mike explains how a little tray can solve a critter problem. Podcasts Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:40:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_23_07.mp3 On show #142: we present a bird with a "red beret and a black goatee." We also welcome a special guest, and we recount the mysteries surrounding the Red Crossbill. Podcasts Sun, 23 Dec 2007 16:40:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_16_07.mp3 On show #141: we learn about a songbird that behaves like a raptor, and a tropical bird that can moonwalk better than Michael Jackson! Podcasts Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_09_07.mp3 On show #140: we know cats are bad news for birds, but how about dogs? And, should birds line their nests with...fiberglass insulation? Podcasts Mon, 10 Dec 2007 07:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_02_07.mp3 On show #139: we "construct" a Featured Feathered Friend," present a Mystery Bird which gets its name from its call, and get some bird feeding advice from our man Mike. Podcasts Sun, 02 Dec 2007 21:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_25_07.mp3 On show #138: ornithologist Marshall Iliff talks about western hummingbirds wintering in New England; and he explains why the Red Crossbill may soon be "split" into several species. Podcasts Sun, 25 Nov 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_18_07.mp3 On show #137: we hear that an item in your desk drawer could prevent bird window crashes. Also today, Ray waxes nostalgic about birding in the snow, and Mike talks about another southern bird that may be moving north. Podcasts Mon, 19 Nov 2007 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_11_07.mp3 On show #136: we learn why New Englanders are being encouraged to put out hummingbird feeders...now! Also today, we hear a bird that sounds like a motorboat, and Mike tells us what he thinks about attracting birds with cranberries. Podcasts Tue, 13 Nov 2007 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_04_07.mp3 On show #135: we find out why our beautiful Mystery Bird doesn't sing; we learn about a bird that's not as big as it looks; and Mike offers some tips on caring for your...dead trees. Podcasts Wed, 07 Nov 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_28_07.mp3 On show #134: we start with a scary--and amazing--Featured Feathered Friend, present a Mystery Bird that sounds like a chipmunk, and hear from a listener about why you might want to put red squares on the side of your house! Podcasts Thu, 01 Nov 2007 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_21_07.mp3 On show #133: we learn about a spectacular diver, and a migration champion; and Mike shatters a myth about... exploding birds. Podcasts Thu, 23 Oct 2007 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_14_07.mp3 On show #132: our Mystery Bird almost stumps our callers, Mike answers a Mockingbird migration question, and we feature the bird that inspired the old Heckel and Jeckel TV cartoon. Podcasts Thu, 18 Oct 2007 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_07_07.mp3 On show #131: we answer a question about bald Cardinals, we hear an amazing story about a winged shoplifter, and our Mystery Bird arrives in Massachusetts after a 150 year absence! Podcasts Wed, 10 Oct 2007 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_30_07.mp3 On show #130: we hear from listeners in Alaska and Japan, and we learn about North America's only all-red bird. Podcasts Wed, 10 Oct 2007 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_23_07.mp3 On show #129: the Mystery Bird is an underrated mimic; our Featured Feathered Friend is a scary one; and a listener offers some good reasons to keep your hummingbird feeders up after the end of summer. Podcasts Sat, 29 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_16_07.mp3 On show #128: we focus on raptors--with Shawn Carey in a live report from the top of Pennsylvania's Hawk Mountain; in our Featured Feathered Friend segment; and with our near-stumper Mystery Bird. Podcasts Thu, 20 Sep 2007 07:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_09_07.mp3 On show #127: birding guru (and Red-Footed Falcon discoverer) Vern Laux tells us about a huge incursion of Purple Finches and Red-breasted Nuthatches..and why you might want to put up more feeders this fall. And we learn that the Sandhill Crane has established a new nesting location. Podcasts Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_02_07.mp3 On show #126: we again almost stump our callers in our Mystery Bird Contest; and Ray files one of his "Rooftop Reports." Podcasts Sat, 08 Sep 2007 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_26_07.mp3 On show #125: we hear from a very underappreciated bird, and we also hear from new listeners in New Jersey and Oregon. Podcasts Fri, 31 Aug 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_19_07.mp3 On show #124: the Elvis Bird meets...Elvis. And why they're linked by the year 1935. Also today, a last minute caller IDs our Mystery Bird, and our man Mikes gives us some good Osprey talk. Podcasts Thu, 23 Aug 2007 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_12_07.mp3 On show #123: we feature what may be the world's most graceful flyer; and we present a Mystery Bird that could end up making big news! Podcasts Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:05:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_05_07.mp3 On show #122: "Jim" is a game show contestant as we present our Featured Feathered Friend; we stump all of our Mystery Bird callers; and Mike advises a listener about preserving an aging next box. Podcasts Wed, 08 Aug 2007 19:05:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_29_07.mp3 On show #121: we discover the identity of the "French Mockingbird," stump callers from Georgia and Texas on our Mystery Bird Contest, and learn about a bird that can thank Dutch Elm disease for its population growth. Podcasts Mon, 06 Aug 2007 16:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_22_07.mp3 On show #120: we hear a bird that's pound-for-pound one of the loudest on the planet; we learn some fascinating facts about those cigars with wings; and Mike helps a listener deal with a "herd" of grackles. Podcasts Sat, 28 Jul 2007 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_15_07.mp3 On show #119: we enjoy calls from 2 parts of Illinois, present an intriguing question to Mike from a listener in Israel, and learn some amazing facts about a bird from India! Podcasts Thu, 19 Jul 2007 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_08_07.mp3 On show #118: we talk by phone with Mass Audubon's John Galluzzo in the middle of his bird walk, and former Sanctuary Director David Clapp pays us an entertaining visit in the studio. Podcasts Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:20:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_01_07.mp3 On show #117: We salute our friends north of the border in our Featured Feathered Friend segment. Also today, our man Mike O'Connor, whose new book just got a rave review in Birder's World Magazine, helps a listener with a startling problem. Podcasts Fri, 06 Jul 2007 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_24_07.mp3 On show #116: We almost stump all of our Mystery Bird callers; Mike offers advice to a frustrated backyard birder; and our Science Corner reveals some amazing research about apparent weapon use by birds. Podcasts Wed, 27 Jun 2007 18:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_17_07.mp3 On show #115: We learn some of the secrets that have helped Don Kroodsma become the world's leading authority on birdsongs. Podcasts Wed, 20 Jun 2007 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_10_07.mp3 On show #114: We meet Barbara Volkle, moderator of the highly-successful MassBird.org email list; Mike offers some feline-fighting advice to a listener from Wales; and our Mystery Bird proves to be a stumper. Podcasts Sun, 17 Jun 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_03_07.mp3 On show #113: Editor Lisa White talks about her new book "Good Birders Don't Wear White"; we get a long-distance winner in our Mystery Bird Contest; and Mike tackles a question about an avian "Aztec Two-step." Podcasts Tue, 05 Jun 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_27_07.mp3 On show #112: today's show, one listener suggests to another that there's only one sure way to eliminate House Sparrows--and it's not pretty. Plus, a couple o' cowpokes introduce our Featured Feathered Friend. Podcasts Sun, 03 Jun 2007 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_20_07.mp3 On show #111: today's show offers a potpourri of listener questions and observations by phone and email, while Mike offers some sage advice about bird books. Podcasts Wed, 23 May 2007 22:20:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_13_07.mp3 On show #110: it's Mother's Day, and singer Tiny Tim (remember him?) opens the show for us, while we nearly stump our listeners on the Mystery Bird Contest, and Mike O'Connor answers a listener question as only he can! Podcasts Tue, 15 May 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_06_07.mp3 On show #109: we present our avian version of the Kentucky Derby; recall an old jingle for our Featured Feathered Friend segment; and get some good avice on attracting Bluebirds to your yard. Podcasts Sat, 12 May 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_29_07.mp3 On show #108: Ray recaps his birdy week in Louisiana; Mike offers good advice on avoiding avian window crashes; and listeners report on some exciting migratory bird sightings. Podcasts Tue, 01 May 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_22_07.mp3 On show #107: We hear about our producer's excellent raptor sighting while being treated by his chiropractor, and the Pillsbury Doughboy helps us with our Featured Feathered Friend! Podcasts Mon, 30 Apr 2007 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_15_07.mp3 On show #106: Vern Laux explains why he's so excited about a pending Nor'easter; and we hear about new research that links chickens to Tyrannosaurus Rex! Podcasts Wed, 18 Apr 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_08_07.mp3 On show #105: We hear some Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds; we hear from feeder expert Mike O'Connor on attracting and feeding hummingbirds; and guest Kathleen Anderson gives us an unusual tax tip. Podcasts Wed, 28 Mar 2007 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_01_07.mp3 On show #104: Our show today is...unbelievable! We think you'll like it. Podcasts Wed, 28 Mar 2007 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_25_07.mp3 On show #103: A Hummingbird migration update; Mass Audubon's John Galluzzo files a live report from Nantucket; and our Mystery Bird proves to be surprisingly elusive. Podcasts Wed, 28 Mar 2007 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_18_07.mp3 On show #102: A controversial plan to protect Piping Plovers--with a gun. And Mike offers some good advice about birdhouses. Podcasts Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_11_07.mp3 On show #101: We visit a carnival side show, talk with birding guru Wayne Petersen, and stump our listeners with our Mystery Bird. Podcasts Thu, 15 Mar 2007 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_04_07.mp3 On show #100: We find out the difference between an American Coot and an old coot. And in our Science Corner, we learn--once again--that birds may be smarter than we think. Podcasts Tue, 06 Mar 2007 19:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_25_07.mp3 On show #99: Expert and trainer Sue Finnegan explains what it takes to be a bird bander, and we take liberties with a Cat Stevens song in presenting today's Featured Feathered Friend. Podcasts Tue, 27 Feb 2007 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_18_07.mp3 On show #98: Tour leader David Clapp tells of his trips to Tanzania and Peru, and offers some traveling tips. And Mike O'Connor offers some suggestions on choosing a spotting scope. Podcasts Wed, 21 Feb 2007 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_11_07.mp3 On show #97: Myoko Chu from Cornell Lab of Ornithology talks about the Great Backyard Bird Count, and we get feeding tips and Birding at Work stories from listeners in Charlotte and Chicago. Podcasts Tue, 13 Feb 2007 22:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_04_07.mp3 On show #96: Our Featured Feathered Friend gets some good news from his doctor, and a British parasailer fights a battle with 2 Eagles at 8,000 feet! Podcasts Mon, 12 Feb 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_28_07.mp3 On show #95: Our man Mike has some great tips for keeping House Sparrows out of your birdhouses, and we report on the sale of a decoy--for nearly a million dollars! Podcasts Tue, 30 Jan 2007 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_21_07.mp3 On show #94: A listener from Boston tells a tale of some great urban waterfowl sightings, and we make a call to...1-800-BANK SWALLOW! Podcasts Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:23:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_14_07.mp3 On show #93: Our Miss Phalarope waxes petic about today's "Featured Feathered Friend," and we hear about an amazing Bald Eagle rescue--by rifle shot! Podcasts Thu, 18 Jan 2007 18:23:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_01_07.mp3 On show #92: The cliché about a bird in the hand comes to life as Vern tells about a Yellow Rail. And...why one city birds are turning to Hip Hop! Podcasts Wed, 10 Jan 2007 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_31_06.mp3 On show #91: Mike talks about how and why to provide water for birds this winter, and in our Science Corner we get some good news about Whooping Cranes. Podcasts Wed, 10 Jan 2007 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_24_06.mp3 On show #90: Our Mystery Bird almost stumps our callers; Mike offers tips on keeping cats from your feeders; and we learn some amazing facts about the Hooded Merganser. Podcasts Wed, 10 Jan 2007 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_17_06.mp3 On show #89: An amazing hawk watch in Mexico, and some exciting live sightings from a local beach. Podcasts Thu, 18 Jan 2006 18:36:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_10_06.mp3 On show #88: A "secret" for cleaning your scope and binocular lenses; a bird dipped in rasberry sauce; and why your backyard birds may be smarter than the ones who've gone south. Podcasts Sun, 17 Dec 2006 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_12_02_06.mp3 On show #87: Master Birder Vern Laux joins us live from Cade Cod thicket, and Mass Audubon's John Galluzzo reports on his Yellow Rail finding...and photos! Podcasts Sat, 09 Dec 2006 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_26_06.mp3 On show #86: "Mister Meadowlark" is featured (both the bird and the vintage Bing Crosby song!); we offer some interesting website connections; and we report some good news about a bird known as the "Bonecrusher." Podcasts Sat, 02 Dec 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_19_06.mp3 On show #85: We hear a bird that sounds like a rusty gate, learn some amazing stuff about Barn Owls, and welcome listeners tuned in to our new affiliate station in Rhode Island. Podcasts Tue, 19 Nov 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_12_06.mp3 On show #84: Our Mystery Bird, the Thunder-Pumper, almost proves to be a stumper! Plus new research on the use of tools by crows... in our Science Corner. Podcasts Sun, 19 Nov 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_11_05_06.mp3 On show #83: Mass. Audubon's John Galluzzo joins us live in studio, and we talk about raptors, finches, and shorebirds, and how to protect your feeder birds against cats. Podcasts Sun, 12 Nov 2006 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_29_06.mp3 On show #82: Manomet Scientist Trevor Lloyd-Evans opines on bird migration, population trends, and what he learned about bird flu from his recent trip to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Podcasts Tue, 31 Oct 2006 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_22_06.mp3 On show #81: Our Featured Feathered Friend segment takes uss to cattle country, a listener from Maryland tells about his "Moses parting the sea" moment, and we hear about some exciting research in our Science Corner. Podcasts Fri, 27 Oct 2006 20:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_15_06.mp3 On show #80: News about a new bird discovered in Columbia; a breakthrough in bird migration research; and some incredible Monarch Butterfly stats. And our resident professor Dr. Refus Towhee checks in with his Bird Word of the Day. Podcasts Sat, 21 Oct 2006 09:25:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_08_06.mp3 On show #79: Birding expert David Clapp gives advice about scopes and binoculars... and gets buzzed by a Sharp-shinned hawk in the middle of the conversation! Podcasts Tue, 10 Oct 2006 09:25:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_01_06.mp3 On show #78: An intriguing and credible report about possible Ivory-billed woodpecker sightings... in Florida! And, an "absurdly beautiful" bird is in our "Featured Feathered Friend" spotlight. Podcasts Tue, 03 Oct 2006 09:25:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_24_06.mp3 On show #77: Ray reports on a trip to a fog-shrouded mountaintop. Plus, we find out about a new bird species, and we get help from Bobby Vinton in our Featured Feathered Friend Segment! Podcasts Wed, 27 Sep 2006 22:12:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_17_06.mp3 On show #76: The legendary Foghorn Leghorn helps us with a "Featured Feathered Friend", and we talk with Scott Hecker--the man who saved the Piping Plover. Podcasts Thu, 14 Sep 2006 21:12:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_10_06.mp3 On show #75: We hear a bird that seems to be asking a question, and Doctor Rufus Towhee "bristles" over a new "Bird Word of the Day". Podcasts Thu, 14 Sep 2006 21:12:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_09_03_06.mp3 On show #74: Hawk Expert Shawn Carey; the amazing story of the hawk that mimics a Turkey Vulture; and the bird that's been described as a "meatloaf on a stick." Podcasts Wed, 06 Sep 2006 18:36:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_27_06.mp3 On show #73: In the Science Corner, we'll learn why it is that the fatter birds get, the farther they can fly! And what's a snowy-bodied, yellow-lored, black-legged, mustard foot!? Podcasts Tue, 05 Sep 2006 19:46:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_20_06.mp3 On show #72: Birding expert David Clapp has more on the Mysteries of Migration; and in the Science Corner, we hear that some birds may call their offspring by name! Podcasts Tue, 05 Sep 2006 19:46:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_13_06.mp3 On show #71: Ray talks with former Massachusetts Audubon Sanctuary Director David Clapp about migration season; and our resident "professor" Doctor Refus Towhee stumps Ray (as usual) with his Bird Word of the Day. Podcasts Tue, 15 Aug 2006 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_08_06_06.mp3 On show #70: Why House Sparrows prefer certain kinds of ...cars! And a Mystery Bird that "used to be" a Warbler. Podcasts Tue, 15 Aug 2006 19:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_23_06.mp3 On show #69: Phil Kyle's Bird Mimicry, and birds that change the pitch of their calls because of...Automobile traffic! Podcasts Wed, 03 Aug 2006 16:40:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_16_06.mp3 On show #68: Ray tries to help stop Avian Window crashes, and gets stumped (again) by Dr. Rufus Towhee. Podcasts Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_09_06.mp3 On show #67: Vern Laux shares observations about shorebirds, and John Galluzo reports from the footsteps of Thereau. Podcasts Tue, 11 Jul 2006 20:45:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_07_02_06.mp3 On show #66: When is a Marsh Hawk not a "Marsh Hawk"? And would you pay $750 for an 8-foot tall Flamingo? Podcasts Wed, 05 Jul 2006 22:06:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_25_06.mp3 On show #65: Ray reports today on his birding trip to Maine with the A.B.A. And did European Starlings really rip off a car wash!? Podcasts Wed, 05 Jul 2006 22:06:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_18_06.mp3 On show #64: A listener clues us in a bout a great nestcam site, while other listeners block their ears upon hearing today's Mystery Bird! Podcasts Sat, 24 Jun 2006 14:46:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_11_06.mp3 On show #63: A brief talk about Chat, some nest cam info, and an update on those famous Red-tails, Pale Male and Lola. Podcasts Wed, 14 Jun 2006 19:30:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_06_04_06.mp3 On show #62: Birding expert Pete Dunne offers an opinion on the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker controversy, and Dr. Rufus Rowhee stumps Ray--as usual-in our Bird Word of the Day segment. Podcasts Tue, 06 Jun 2006 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_28_06.mp3 On show #61: Male Red-winged Blackbirds attract females with their bright red shoulder patches...or do they? We find out in today's Science Corner. Podcasts Fri, 02 Jun 2006 17:50:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_21_06.mp3 On show #60: "Doctor" Rufus Towhee teaches us a new bird word, and Mike O'Connor provides some advice about serving suet in the summer. Podcasts Tue, 23 May 2006 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_14_06.mp3 On show #59: The beautiful Cedar Waxwing is our "Featured Feathered Friend", and we find out why some birds choose dull mates! Podcasts Thu, 18 May 2006 20:38:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_05_07_06.mp3 On show #58: A "creepy" little bird is our Featured Feathered Friend--and our resident expert "Doctor" Rufus Towhee returns from sabbatical with his "Bird Word of the Day". Podcasts Tue, 09 May 2006 20:08:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_30_06.mp3 On show #57: Mass. Audobon's John Gallluzzo talks with Ray about Birding-by-ear, and the Baltimore Oriole Project; and our "Featured Feathered Friend" focuses on the Bonaparte's Gull. Podcasts Tue, 02 May 2006 10:35:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_23_06.mp3 On show #56: Look! Up in the sky! It's a plane! It's...our Featured Feathered Friend--a bird that can reach nearly 200 miles per hour in a dive! Also today, a new Mystery Bird; and our man Mike answers a question about Cardinals and Catbirds. Podcasts Thu, 27 Apr 2006 10:35:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_16_06.mp3 On show #55: Ray talks with ornithologist Wayne Peterson about the Important Bird Areas Program; and we've got some tips on how to identify birds in the field. Podcasts Mon, 17 Apr 2006 21:40:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_09_06.mp3 On show #54: Three guests from the Cape Cod Bird Club talk about a big weekend coming in May; Ray waxes poetic in his "Memories of Cape Cod Winter Birding"; and some more tips about building birdhouses. Podcasts Sat, 15 Apr 2006 09:28:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_04_02_06.mp3 On show #53: Another possible challenge to the Ivory-billed Woodpecker discovery; ornithologist Wayne Petersen answers the question: What's so important about the Important Birds Areas program?; and some tips about building birdhouses. Podcasts Wed, 05 Apr 2006 18:25:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_26_06.mp3 On show #52: How a wild turkey spoiled some TV viewing for a Michigan couple; a caller tells us about a great birding device he discovered--in a toy department (!); and listeners share some ideas for the start of our second year. Podcasts Wed, 05 Apr 2006 18:25:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_19_06.mp3 On show #51: More controversy about the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker; Amazing news about what Hummingbirds can remember; and our Mystery Bird Contest links the East Coast with the West Coast. Podcasts Tue, 21 Mar 2006 20:57:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_12_06.mp3 On show #50: We talk about the creatures known locally as Timberdoodles and Pinkletinks; try to answer questions about chicken grit, and disappearing birds; and stump some callers in our Mystery Bird Contest! Podcasts Wed, 15 Mar 2006 17:56:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_03_05_06.mp3 On show #49: Special Guest Tim Gallagher, co-rediscoverer of the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker; a tip about the importance of shelter for your backyard birds; and an amazing story of how a sharp-shinned hawk made his escape from a department store! Podcasts Tue, 07 Mar 2006 17:51:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_26_06.mp3 On show #48: Ray talks with Betty Petersen, director of the American Birding Association's Birders' Exchange Program, and hears some interesting stories from listeners! Podcasts Wed, 01 Mar 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_19_06.mp3 On show #47: This episode features a visit with birding superstar Vern Laux; info on something easy to plant that your birds will love; and "Doctor" Rufus Towhee will teach us the "Bird Word of the Day." Podcasts Mon, 27 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_12_06.mp3 On show #46: Some tips on Hand-feeding Wild Birds, and a report on some Snowy Owl sightings. Podcasts Mon, 27 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_02_05_06.mp3 On show #45: A review of Essential Seeds for your feeders; our famous Mystery Bird contest; and an episode of "Birds in the News." Podcasts Mon, 27 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_29_06.mp3 On show #44: A visit from our resident professor, "Doctor" Rufus Towhee, with our "Bird Word of the Day;" our weekly Mystery Bird Contest; and a tip for backyard birders: Winter Plantings for Birds. Podcasts Fri, 03 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_22_06.mp3 On show #43: We hear a great story about growing up with Barn Owls; some amazing info about a mouse that howls like a wolf; a tip about building a winter home for birds; and an installment of our new feature, "Let's Ask Mike." Podcasts Fri, 03 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_01_15_06.mp3 On show #42: Mass. Audubon's John Galluzo joins us with a live sighting of a Snowy Owl--and LOTS of other birds--from the shores of Cape Cod Bay; our weekly Mystery Bird Contest; and a tip about keeping your feeder birds healthy. Podcasts Fri, 03 Feb 2006 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_23_05.mp3 On show #30: Ray hears from Peter Yaukey of the University of New Orleans about the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the bird populations in the Mississippi Delta; David Clapp from Mass. Audubon describes some bird migration sightings; our Tip of the Week about fighting back against squirrel attack; our Mystery Bird contest; and our resident expert, "Doctor" Rufus Towhee, has our "Bird Word of the Day." Podcasts Sun, 23 Oct 2005 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_16_05.mp3 On show #29: Ray talks with Mike Harvey from Cornell University about an amazing midnight "fallout" at the Cornell University football stadium; intrepid birder Vern Laux checks in from a wind-swept shoreline; our Tip of the Week about the importance of water for birds in the winter; our Mystery Bird contest; and some interesting information about feeding birds with wild foods gathered from your yard and garden. Podcasts Sun, 16 Oct 2005 21:00:00 -0500 http://www.talkinbirds.com/audio/talkinbirds_10_09_05.mp3 On show #28: Ray welcomes field guide guru and birding legend Kenn Kaufman who explains how he's combined the best of both worlds (paintings and photographs) by using digitally-enhanced photos in his new field guide; our Tip of the Week on feeding birds; our resident professor, "Doctor" Rufus Towhee, gives us our Bird Word of the Day; our Mystery Bird contest; and some interesting contributions from listeners. Podcasts Sun, 09 Oct 2005 21:00:00 -0500