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The Show
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Ray Brown
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Go Plirding
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How To Be an Inclusive Birder
Things We Can Do to Help Birds
Ray Brown
January 29, 2017

#609 Jan. 29, 2017

Ray Brown
January 29, 2017

On our latest show: a great new interactive way to learn about birds; why the Florida Scrub-Jay and its relatives are so friendly; and how to keep your bird bath from freezing over this winter.

Tagged: Florida Scrub Jay, Chuck-Will's-Widow, Crow, Raven, Gray Jay

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Ray Brown
January 22, 2017

#608 Jan. 22, 2017

Ray Brown
January 22, 2017

On today’s show: what plastic bags are doing to birds…and people; a cardinal/red-tail encounter; and a Florida Scrub-Jay lands on Mike’s head (true).

Tagged: Florida Scrub Jay, Dark-eyed Junco, Northern Cardinal, cardinal, Red-tailed Hawk

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Ray Brown
January 15, 2017

#607 Jan. 15, 2017

Ray Brown
January 15, 2017

On our latest show: More on our new photo contest; The Birdist's New Year's Resolutions; and Mike hunts for the Florida Scrub-Jay.

Tagged: Florida Scrub Jay, Connecticut Warbler, Juncos, Cardinals, Chickadees, Tufted Titmouse

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Ray Brown
January 8, 2017

#606 Jan. 8, 2017

Ray Brown
January 8, 2017

27-year-old Christian Hagenlocher saw 752 species of birds in his 2016 Big Year, and he tells us all about on today's show. Also today: details of our 2017 Talkin’ Birds Photo Contest, and “Bird Feeder Envy” with our man Mike O’Connor.

Tagged: Black Guillemot, Cardinal, White-throated sparrow, Chickadee

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Ray Brown
January 1, 2017

#605 Jan. 1, 2017

Ray Brown
January 1, 2017

On today's show: Operation Migration, a Tall Texan, and New Year's Resolutions for birders.

Tagged: Plain Chachalaca, Lazui Bunting, Florida Scrub Jay

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Ray Brown
December 25, 2016

#604A Dec. 25, 2016

Ray Brown
December 25, 2016

Today's "Best of Talkin' Birds" show features Hummingbirds, Whooping Cranes, and birds of Hawaii. Happy Holidays!

Tagged: humminbirds, Whooping Crane, Hawaiian birds

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Ray Brown
December 18, 2016

#604 Dec. 18, 2016

Ray Brown
December 18, 2016

On today’s show: Marshmallows vs. Cranberries — the best Christmas bird treats. Plus, a live report from a Christmas Bird Count, and a bird with an astounding memory.

Tagged: Clark's Nutcracker, Chickadee, Manakin

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Ray Brown
December 11, 2016

#603 Dec. 11, 2016

Ray Brown
December 11, 2016

On today's show: What's really going on out there at your bird feeders? And, what are the best gifts for the birders on your list? We have some answers!

Tagged: Common Goldeneye, Crows, Chickadees, Tufted Titmouse, Blue Jay

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Ray Brown
December 4, 2016

#602 Dec. 4, 2016

Ray Brown
December 4, 2016

On today's show: CAT WARS - The Devastating Consequences of a Cuddly Killer. Plus, we meet the "Swamp Chicken," and learn about feeding pumpkin seeds to your backyard birds.

Tagged: Purple Gallinule, Swamp Chicken, Blue Nun, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker

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Ray Brown
November 27, 2016

#601 Nov. 27, 2016

Ray Brown
November 27, 2016

On today's show: We learn a secret for finding cool birds. Plus, we hear about a great idea called All Persons Trails, and we meet the "Buffalo Head."

Tagged: bufflehead, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, cormorants

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Ray Brown
November 20, 2016

#600 Nov. 20, 2016

Ray Brown
November 20, 2016

On today's show: Turkey myths shattered; great binocular and scope advice; and why birds love organic wine.

Tagged: Wild Turkey, Eastern Bluebird, Bald Eagle, Owls

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Ray Brown
November 13, 2016

#599 Nov. 13, 2016

Ray Brown
November 13, 2016

On our latest show: Can you watch seabirds without going to sea? The Birdist says Yes! And can you prevent birds from crashing into your windows? The Birdwatcher’s General Store’s Mike O’Connor says Maybe! Hear about those topics and many more right here: Talkinbirds.com/archive

Tagged: Jays, Razorbill, Cardinals

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Ray Brown
November 6, 2016

#598 Nov. 6, 2016

Ray Brown
November 6, 2016

On our latest show: The bird that (almost) never lands; the incredible nature sounds of the Macaulay Library; and North America's feistiest bird.

Tagged: Blue Jay, Rufuous Hummingbird, Hummingbird, White Wagtail

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Ray Brown
October 30, 2016

#597 Oct. 30, 2016

Ray Brown
October 30, 2016

The beautiful Calliope Hummingbird is featured on our latest show, along with hummingbird expert Dr. Ross Hawkins from the Hummingbird Society in Sedona, Arizona. Hear it here:

Tagged: Calliope Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird, Scarlet Honeycreeper, Hawaiian birds

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Ray Brown
October 23, 2016

#596 Oct. 23, 2016

Ray Brown
October 23, 2016

On today's show: Turning your yard into a wildlife magnet; another dinosaur-bird connection; and we meet the Water Witch.

Tagged: Pied-billed Grebe, Northern Flicker, Christmas Bird Count

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Ray Brown
October 16, 2016

#595 Oct. 16, 2016

Ray Brown
October 16, 2016

Our latest show is a remote broadcast from Yosemite National Park in California. We talk about birds, bird research, and the magic of this amazing 750,000 acre natural wonderland.

Tagged: Peregrine Falcon, Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch, Great Grey Owl, Spotted Owl

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Ray Brown
October 9, 2016

#594 Oct. 9, 2016

Ray Brown
October 9, 2016

On today’s show: We get surprising stats from The Birdist; a winter finch forecast from the Birdwatcher’s store; and scary sounds from a radical raptor.

Tagged: Northern Goshawk, winter finches, Evening Grosbeak, Red Crossbill, White-winged Crossbill

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Ray Brown
October 2, 2016

#593a Oct. 2, 2016

Ray Brown
October 2, 2016

On today’s “Best of Talkin’ Birds” show: Bicycling across America (listening to birds); and birding in Beijing.

Tagged: Eurasian Collared-Dove, Suet, china

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Ray Brown
September 25, 2016

#593 Sept. 25, 2016

Ray Brown
September 25, 2016

On today's show: Respect for an underappreciated duck; and why you shouldn't use your garden hose to fill your bird bath.

Tagged: Mallard, Spruce Grouse, Ruffed Grouse, Saw-whet Owl

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Ray Brown
September 18, 2016

#592 Sept. 18, 2016

Ray Brown
September 18, 2016

Today's show is live from high above the Soo Locks in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. We're talkin' Great Lakes, Yoopers, and lots and lots of birds!

Tagged: Spruce Grouse, Ruffed Grouse, Sharp-tailed Grouse, Yellow Rail, Warblers, Ravens, Crows

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