Podcast
Weekend Birder podcast is about Australian birds and the people who love them. Listen now on your favourite app or the pages below.
Looking for something? Search for a bird, topic or guest.
101 Swallows and Martins
Urban birder Lorne Johnson he shares his love of swallows, martins and the fast-paced birds that fill Sydney's skies.
100 Birdwatching Slang
Celebrate Episode 100 with birding slang, hilarious moments and insights from Cesar Puechmarin, Kylie Soanes, Sean Dooley and Steph Chambers. A fun exploration birdwatcher language and culture.
99 Emus and Cassowaries
Young birdwatcher Luca shares why emus and cassowaries are some of Australia’s most fascinating birds, and why we need to protect the landscapes they call home.
98 Bush Stone-curlews
Wildlife researcher Paula Wasiak shares the journey of bringing Bush Stone-curlews back to Phillip Island, from radio-tracking to community science and everything in between.
97 Local Big Year Celebration
Celebrate the Local Big Year with stories from Hugh Possingham, Jo Bangles and Sophie Walker. A delightful episode about birding close to home and paying attention to what’s just outside your door.
96 Thirlmere Lakes
Wollondilly birder Kylie Savidge shares her favourite walk near Sydney, called Thirmele Lakes, and the birds that make it special (from robins to Rockwarblers).
95 Bushfire Recovery
Ben Williams from Trust for Nature shares how East Gippsland’s birds and forests are recovering after the Black Summer fires, and what landholders are doing to help.
94 Mount Annan
Wildlife photographer Glenn Smith shares why he returns to Mount Annan week after week, and the moments that keep him coming back to this beautiful garden.
93 A Game Called Birds
Chris Bury and Corey Graham reveal how they turned their love of Australian birds into a cheeky board game, and why sparking playful conversations about birds really matters.
92 Bird Mimics
Bird mimicry, learning and communication are helping us rethink the sounds of the bush. Dr Vicky Austin reveals the secret vocal world, including female lyrebirds.
91 Margaret River
Lucy Curtin shares her love of Red-winged Fairywrens and others birds that live in Margaret River in WA. She also talks about how birdwatching has helped her navigate ADHD.
90 Avian Influenza
Dr Michelle Wille gives a gentle explanation about how avian influenza HPAI is affecting wild birds and what steps are being taken to prepare for outbreaks in Australia.
89 Brush-turkeys
Dr Ann Göth describes the hidden life of Australian Brush-turkeys, from their nesting mounds to their city adventures, and why they deserve more of our respect.
88 Two Birders Two Bikes Return
Cezary and Leo, from Two Birders Two Bikes, return from their epic cycling birdwatching adventure across Australia. Hear stories of rare sightings, meaningful moments and community connection.
87 Where Song Began
Tim Low, author of Where Song Began, shares how Australia shaped the evolution of songbirds. He also explains why birds remain one of the best storytellers of place.
86 Twitchathon
Bird lovers Mick Roderick and Bastian Fox Phelan share their love of Twitchathon - a fun and high-speed birdwatching competition in NSW and ACT.
85 Pigeons and Doves
Sean Dooley from BirdLife Australia explains why Australian pigeons and doves deserve more love, and how birdwatchers can help track them through the Aussie Bird Count.
84 Awe and Wonder
Environmental educator Karen Jones shares how awe and wonder can rewire our brains, boost wellbeing and help us connect more deeply with birds and nature.
83 Birding Stories
Birdwatchers from across Australia share their favourite moments from a Local Big Year - a challenge to connect more deeply with birds in your own backyard.
82 Listening to Birds
Dr Vicky Austin shares how birds use sound in surprising ways, including female mimicry and chick learning. She also gives advice about recording bird calls with apps like Merlin and BirdNet.