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Making the Windy City Safer for Birds
Bring Birds Back
09/18/24 • 38 min
On October 5, 2023, thousands of migrating songbirds died after crashing into the McCormick Place Convention Center in downtown Chicago and surrounding buildings. Co-host Deja Perkins will speak with Douglas Stotz, a conservation ecologist at the Chicago-based Field Museum about that deadly night. She’ll also talk with Chicago Bird Alliance’s Judy Pollock about what has transpired in the months since. And co-host Purbita Saha takes us to New York’s Jacob Javits Convention Center, once known for frequent window strikes but now is a safe haven for all birds – migrating and local.
To learn more about our guests and their work or to view this episode’s transcript and other resources, visit BirdNote.org.
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Bring Birds Back Season 4
Bring Birds Back
05/08/23 • 2 min
Season 4 of Bring Birds Back is here and it’s all about the relationship between humans and birds-- for better, for worse and the in-between! With conservationists like Bill McKibben and Corina Newsome, you’ll discover the effects of zero sum mentalities on climate change and how Millennials to Gen X can take charge. And not to leave out Gen-Z, bird-influencer Isaiah Scott shares his birding story and his influential connection to the Gullah Geechee people. Lean into the complexities of wind farms and the saving grace of Artificial Intelligence on bird populations; and later get into the impact of nature on incarcerated conservationists in Washington state, thanks to the Sustainability in Prison Project. Come learn all about the power of the great outdoors on Black and Brown birders with Dudley Edmondson; and dive into Tenijah’s childhood wonder to find out what it’s like under the “lights, camera and action” for birds in Hollywood with Tony Suffredini! Plus, so much more. Join us for this 8-part series of Bring Birds Back starting May 17th.
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Bring Birds Back Season 3
Bring Birds Back
10/05/22 • 1 min
Bring Birds Back returns for a third season! In this exciting new chapter, host Tenijah Hamilton explores the many different ways people of all backgrounds are looking out for birds – from online to on Capitol Hill. Follow Tenijah's journey as she continues to explore her relationship with nature and birds and learns how to fully embrace it through humor and curiosity. Stream the Season 3 premiere of Bring Birds Back Wednesday, October 19th on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen.
Bring Birds Back Season 2
Bring Birds Back
05/04/22 • 2 min
Last year, Tenijah Hamilton discovered her love of birds – and found out that birds are in trouble. On a mission to help bring birds back, Tenijah joined bird enthusiasts from different backgrounds, identities, and communities to learn and share simple, everyday actions people can take to help the birds that bring us all joy. Follow Tenijah's journey as Bring Birds Back returns for a second season on May 18th - she brings more tips and helpful information about what we can do to make the world a better place for birds and humans.
Bring Birds Back Season 5
Bring Birds Back
01/10/24 • 2 min
A special season of Bring Birds Back launches January 17th! Join our four guest hosts every Wednesday as they tackle a wide range of stories dedicated to habitat loss, pollution and climate change - and, of course, how it all affects our beloved birds. In support of BirdNote’s From Love to Action campaign, we hope this season inspires you to do something - big and small - to better ourselves, our beloved birds and the world we all reside in. Subscribe now to receive weekly updates this season!
For more information about the From Love to Action campaign, episode transcript and other resources from this episode, visit BirdNote.org.
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Bring Birds Back Special Season 5 is sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
Putting Neotropical Ornithology on the Map
Bring Birds Back
10/02/24 • 37 min
In 2023, over 120 contributors published a study in the scientific journal, Ornithological Applications, about a long history of exclusion Latin American and Caribbean scientists have faced. In the world of ornithology, the Global North is king – but only because they’ve made it that way. Host, Purbita Saha, speaks with two of the study’s leading researchers, Dr. Ernesto Ruelas Inzunza and Dr. Kristina Cockle, about the ways research from the Global South has been undermined, and how regional bias, racial discrimination, and socioeconomic differences have played a role. They discuss how this lack of acknowledgment is harming conservation efforts for birds and – teach us a thing or two about our feathered friends over in the Tropics!
To learn more about our guests and their work or to view this episode’s transcript and other resources, visit BirdNote.org.
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Bring Birds Back Season 6 is sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the American Bird Conservancy.
*A previous version of this episode included closing commentary from a Neotropical scientist who was not a contributor to the highlighted scientific journal paper. Their comments have been removed from the episode.
Introducing Bring Birds Back
Bring Birds Back
05/05/21 • 2 min
Like many birders, host Tenijah Hamilton discovered her love of birds during the pandemic. Now she invites listeners to join her in appreciating the beauty and mystery of the birds all around us and taking action on their behalf. Tenijah speaks with bird enthusiasts from many different backgrounds, identities, and communities. Listeners learn with her how to bring birds back.
Building Community for BIPOC Birders
Bring Birds Back
09/04/24 • 33 min
Historically, birding spaces aren’t known to show diverse faces, races and even genders. But for the Chicago BIPOC Birders group, co-founder Daniela Herrera proves that what has always been isn’t always right. In this episode, Herrera shares with our host Deja Perkins why spaces for Black and brown birders are important to have for both safety and community-building. The group’s dynamic and inclusive approach to birding, as well as their grassroots-based structure is not only impressive but inspiring.
To learn more about our guests and their work or to view this episode’s transcript and other resources, visit BirdNote.org.
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Bring Birds Back Season 6 is sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the American Bird Conservancy.
Bring Birds Back Season 6
Bring Birds Back
08/14/24 • 1 min
Join us every other Wednesday for a new episode of Bring Birds Back! Meet this season’s co-hosts Deja Perkins and Purbita Saha, and learn about a wide range of topics from community activism in BIPOC birding spaces to regional and socioeconomic biases in the field of ornithology. From the landmark Chicago building contributing to a billion bird strikes a year to the ongoing bird flu pandemic – we have a lot to talk about. Subscribe now so you won’t miss it!
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Bring Birds Back Season 6 is sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the American Bird Conservancy.
Backyard Birding with Project Feederwatch
Bring Birds Back
10/16/24 • 41 min
Since 1976, Project Feederwatch has been through many changes and iterations. But what has remained is the dedication to collecting data that undeniably improves bird science. In this episode, host Deja Perkins speaks with Emma Greig, U.S. Project Lead for Feederwatch, about what this data has uncovered over the years. Deja also speaks with wildlife researcher Ashley Dayer, and gets into the specifics about all the great things bird feeding does for you – and despite some criticisms, great things it does for the birds, too!
To learn more about our guests and their work or to view this episode’s transcript and other resources, visit BirdNote.org.
Want more Bring Birds Back? Subscribe to our show and follow us on Instagram! For more about BirdNote, sign up for our weekly newsletter. And for ad-free listening and other perks, sign up for BirdNote+ here.
BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
Bring Birds Back Season 6 is sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the American Bird Conservancy.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Bring Birds Back have?
Bring Birds Back currently has 47 episodes available.
What topics does Bring Birds Back cover?
The podcast is about Outdoor, Conservation, How To, Funny, Environment, Fun, Natural Sciences, Nature, Outdoors, Podcasts, Education, Science, Birds, Bipoc, Environmental Justice and Birding.
What is the most popular episode on Bring Birds Back?
The episode title 'Stone-Cold Hydrilla' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Bring Birds Back?
The average episode length on Bring Birds Back is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of Bring Birds Back released?
Episodes of Bring Birds Back are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.
When was the first episode of Bring Birds Back?
The first episode of Bring Birds Back was released on May 5, 2021.
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