131 Falling in Love with Birds
About this episode
Kate and Shane 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.
Birds mentioned in this episode: Rufous Whistler, Green Catbird, Australian Boobook
Kayte Cheney is a Naturopath, Horsewoman and mother of two who has spent much of her life immersed in nature. Kayte recently married Shane, and is now embracing a new chapter of life - one that includes a growing passion for birding and the outdoors. Kayte has always held a quiet admiration for birds, and loves that there’s always more to learn and discover.
Shane Cheney, an Australian Defence Force veteran with 33 years of service, has embarked on a new chapter devoted to his lifelong passion for nature. Since leaving the military, he has embraced outdoor adventures alongside his wife Kayte. Throughout his service, birds offered him a sense of peace and grounding and they continue to symbolise the beauty and comfort he finds in the natural world.
