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Dean Neff didn't set out to build the biggest seafood restaurant—he set out to build the most meaningful.At Seabird in Wilmington, North Carolina, Dean's created a model where purpose isn't a marketing angle—it's the operating system. From sourcing to storytelling to team education, his restaurant is a case study in how to scale impact without sacrificing profitability.In this episode, Dean breaks down the systems that support a values-driven business, the importance of teaching staff to connect the dots between product and purpose, and why his restaurant runs on more than just service—it runs on story. For any operator wondering if deeper meaning can lead to stronger margins, this episode says yes—and shows you how.To learn more about Seabird and the work he's doing in Wilmington, visit https://www.seabirdnc.com.____________________________________________________________Full Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars
Send us a textIt's mid-summer and the temperature's rising and so is Tom P's excitement… we join him on a tour of his raised beds, and flowers and veg…Tom Cadwallender's watching the summer skies for swifts and more….and listening to the classic sounds of summer…We're at the ‘Love Northumberland' awards at Alnwick Castle with Steve Lowe… The big butterfly count is underway and Dr Jamie Wildman is here to help us join in… it's a wonderful way to help butterflies!Plus some top tips for the garden from Tom P.Support the showYou can follow Tom Pattinson, Steve and Tom Cadwallender and our wonderful guests and featured flowers, birds and projects on Twitter: @gardenersradio @TheNatureGarden and on Facebook: The Nature Garden. And you can tune in to our monthly live radio show on Saturdays at 11am on www.lionheartradio.com Or email us: gardenersradio@outlook.comThank you for your support!Music link: Gaia by Carl Cape Band on Amazon Music - Amazon.co.uk
This is the first ever Random Bird Thursday! Ivan is experimenting with publishing these shorter, unscripted episodes. They will be in addition to the normal, long-form episodes. Enjoy, and let Ivan know what you think!Links of InterestCourtship Rituals [VIDEO]SPOILER: The randomly selected species today is the Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus)
Jared Clarke of Bird-The-Rock nature tours spotted a North Atlantic Right whale off St. Shott's + We catch up with fish harvester Chalsie Cook-Marche, who is also the mayor of Port au Port West-Aguathuna-Felix Cove
We share our recent stay at the Seabird Resort in Oceanside, California, highlighting our incredible suite upgrade experience and why this beachfront property remains our family favorite. The Grand Ocean corner suite with panoramic views completely transformed our experience, offering ample space and unbeatable ocean vistas.• Booking details: 87,000 Hyatt points for a 3-night stay (29,000 points per night) during July 4th weekend• Successfully applying a suite upgrade award for the Grand Ocean Suite with two-sided balcony and panoramic views• Globalist breakfast benefits covering both adults and children, with all charges ultimately waived at checkout• Pool and beach amenities including complimentary chair and umbrella setup, boogie boards, and sand toys• Family-friendly features like the kids' activity room with video games, ping pong, and board games• Excellent nearby dining options including Wildland (Italian), The Taco Stand, and Stella Jean's Ice Cream• Special beach bonfire experience with s'mores for $300 (plus tax/gratuity)• Trip cost breakdown: approximately $2,400 total for our family of five, excluding accommodations• Using the Travel Spend app to track vacation expenses and budget more effectivelyFollow us on Instagram @travelpartyof5 for more detailed content, including a full highlight reel of our Oceanside stay and the amazing suite.
On World Seabird Day, 3rd July, BirdWatch Ireland, in conjunction with BirdLife International, published a map showcasing the 73 most important areas for seabirds in Ireland.
Discover a sanctuary for your mind and spirit in this 8-hour soundscape. Immerse yourself in the majesty of the ocean's waves and the vibrant life of God's coastal creatures, finding solace and a moment for deep reflection. Atmospheric peace and tranquility which can help with Prayer, relaxing the mind and body, enabling greater clarity and a more balanced and productive state.Love the Relaxing Sounds Podcast? Subscribe now for exclusive access to 4-hour ad-free episodes, perfect for deep sleep, meditation, and focus. Your support helps us continue creating the soothing soundscapes you enjoy. Join our community here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-sherry/subscribeorTo help support the podcast and get your own personal Ad Free copy of any of our episodes for a small donation please visit www.albaaudio.com where you can browse the sound library and purchase your favourite.Listening with headphones is recommended for a fully immersive experience.For enquiries contact : relaxingsoundspodcast@gmail.comRelaxing sounds for yoga, help to sleep, mindfulness, meditation, focus, calming, zen, soothing babies & children and help focus in work.Support the show (https://albaaudio.bandcamp.com/) "Birds of Iceland" by Freetousesounds is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. Source: https://freetousesounds.bandcamp.com/
With the tourist hordes come the birds of summer, and they are worth leaving your home for, and maybe even crossing a town line or two.
In this podcast I want to share an article that I truly consider one of the best I've ever read, for so many reasons. It's a classic from the legendary Captain Peter B. Wright, titled "Things You Need to Know About Seabirds." I find myself re-reading it year after year. Peter, who we lost in 2023, was a titan in the fishing world. His articles were always simple, no fluff, straight to the point. He had opinions, yes, but never in an overbearing way that shamed anyone. Why do I keep coming back to Peter's work? Sadly, guys like him really don't exist anymore, or they've stopped sharing their insights because of the drastic shift in today's fishing culture. And honestly, in today's fishing world, it feels like everyone has a shaming opinion or wants to tell you you're doing it wrong. I'll admit, I've been guilty of that myself in the past. But every single day, I work on not doing that anymore. Peter was the exact opposite. He didn't preach; he taught. He didn't shame; he shared. His approach was always about real-world experience, backed by a scientific mind, focused purely on helping you become a better, more responsible angler. That's why I connect so much with his writing: stop shaming people, educate them, and then let them make their own decisions. There's something profound about reconnecting with the past through these articles. It's like you can now hear them speak to you. When you're truly searching to get better in life, in fishing, or in anything, those voices will connect with you. In this incredible article, Peter, with his signature blend of scientific insight and practical wisdom, dives deep into how seabirds are your ultimate fishing guides. He quotes Captain John Bayliss, one of the best in the business. This episode is packed with invaluable knowledge that will change how you look for fish offshore, all through the lens of one of fishing's true gentlemen. Interested in booking a fishing charter in The Florida Keys? Key Largo, Tavernier, or Islamorada: www.goodkarmasportfishing.com AND The Good Karma Patreon Community is where it's at: www.patreon.com/goodkarmasportfishing There are three tiers: "Best Of"- which is the ultimate online fishing library and it's free. $25 a month is The Good Karma Rigging Crew 2.0 which I started in 2020. $50 a month is the NEW! Angler's Edge. This is a next level spot finding community for those of you who want an edge. Thanks for listening and remember... Anytime youre fishing it's all good! Capt. Ryan
The family of seabirds called alcids is an eclectic bunch that includes puffins and murres. The largest alcids are about the size of a duck, but the smallest — called the Least Auklet — could fit in the palm of your hand. With their short wings whirring, these miniature seabirds look like swarms of feathered bumblebees as they forage for tiny crustaceans on the ocean's surface. Least Auklets form massive breeding colonies on rocky islands of the north Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea. In August, when the young birds are ready to take their first flight, millions of auklets scatter to the winds across the northern seas.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
In this episode, we speak with academic Cetta and foreign policy analyst Daniel about the Malta Migration Archive. We discuss the Maltese government's refusal to save refugee lives in its own search-and-rescue zone, how it ignores civilian rescue ships, pressurises commercial ships to not rescue refugees, and how it organises pushbacks with the so-called Libyan coastguards. Cetta and Daniel tell us how the Malta Migration Archive maps all of this, and why it is so important to expose and combat the Maltese government's silence. ---Get in touch--- Twitter: @FleetCivil Mastodon: @civilfleet@kolektiva.social Bluesky: @thecivilfleet.bsky.social Instagram: thecivilfleet info@civilfleet.com civilfleet.com --- Show notes --- Check out the Malta Migration Archive here: maltamigrationarchive.org Follow them on Blue Sky on @maltamigrationarchive.org And on Twitter on @MigrationMalta Cetta mentions the El Hiblu 3 – three young men who Malta arrested on terrorism charges after they helped prevent a push back to Libya. For more on that, check out episode 37 of The Civil Fleet Podcast Daniel mentions the rescue organisation Mission Lifeline. For more on them, see here: thecivilfleet.wordpress.com/tag/Mission-Lifeline Check out episodes 48, 5 and 3 for more on Alarm Phone. Episodes 70, 65, 43, 22, 7 and 1 feature interviews with Sea-Watch activists Cetta mentions the Tuna-pen Incident. For more on that, see here: https://timesofmalta.com/article/international-shock-over-tuna-pen-incident.16311 She also mentions the Civil Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (CMRCC). Check them out here: https://civilmrcc.eu/ Episodes 65 and 1 are focused on Sea-Watch's reconnaissance planes Seabird. Have a listen when you can. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) get mention in the episode, and they're the focus of episodes 67, 21 and 14. Listen to episodes 47 and 18 to hear more about how commercial shipping has been affected by Malta's refusal to take in people on the move. Ben mentions the Dublin Agreement. Check out this explainer video by The Guardian newspaper for more on that: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ooecJWPcAY&t=28s&ab_channel=TheGuardian Ben also mentions Doro, and the book about him. You can buy the book here: unbound.com/books/doro/ Listen to episode 43 for an interview with co-author and Sea-Watch activist Brendan Woodhouse. Ben suggests that governments have never really respected international law. Check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BXtgq0Nhsc&ab_channel=Chomsky%27sPhilosophy David Yambio, South Sudanese human rights activist and founder of Refugees in Libya, is interviewed in episode 29.
Morning Ireland reporter Eithne Dodd reports on a new map of Ireland's seabirds.
BirdWatch Ireland has released a map highlighting over 70 of the most vital areas for seabirds around the country.Under EU legislation, Ireland must designate areas to protect the lifecycle of birds.Environment commentator John Gibbons spoke to Matt on Thursday's The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.
Send us a textIt's time for some self-care and safety and we should all take our time to listen to Tom P... Tom Cadwallender's out and about in the uplands of Northumberland and enjoying the collective nouns of bird, and the amazing ‘drumming' of snipe.And we're going medieval with Steve Lowe for a colourful re-enactment Plus some top tips for the garden from Tom P.Support the showYou can follow Tom Pattinson, Steve and Tom Cadwallender and our wonderful guests and featured flowers, birds and projects on Twitter: @gardenersradio @TheNatureGarden and on Facebook: The Nature Garden. And you can tune in to our monthly live radio show on Saturdays at 11am on www.lionheartradio.com Or email us: gardenersradio@outlook.comThank you for your support!Music link: Gaia by Carl Cape Band on Amazon Music - Amazon.co.uk
Send us a textFrost and drought in the garden and Tom's buzzing after a visit to the Chelsea Flower Show…Tom Cadwallender's taking a 'tern' at volunteering and listening songbirds… And sustainability is one of Steve Lowe's missions: composting, wormeries and hot bins at the Cresswell Pele Tower…Plus we've got some top tips for the garden from Tom P…Support the showYou can follow Tom Pattinson, Steve and Tom Cadwallender and our wonderful guests and featured flowers, birds and projects on Twitter: @gardenersradio @TheNatureGarden and on Facebook: The Nature Garden. And you can tune in to our monthly live radio show on Saturdays at 11am on www.lionheartradio.com Or email us: gardenersradio@outlook.comThank you for your support!Music link: Gaia by Carl Cape Band on Amazon Music - Amazon.co.uk
Alix de Jersey is a PhD candidate at the University of Tasmania, investigating the effects of microplastics on tropical shearwaters. In this chat, we discuss the world-first study of seabirds that Alix was involved with - which identified that seabird chicks heavily affected by plastic ingestion demonstrated a range of negative health consequences, including liver and brain damage. We discuss the study methodology and results - and the associated implications to both wildlife and humans.Useful links:Alix on LinkedIn (here)Alix at AdriftLab (here)Article "World-first analysis of seabirds who've eaten plastic reveals slow, insidious health impacts" (here)Journal paper "Seabirds in crisis: Plastic ingestion induces proteomic signatures of multiorgan failure and neurodegeneration" (here)For further information about Ocean Protect, check us out at www.oceanprotect.com.auPhoto credit: Dr. Neal R. Haddaway Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rob LaZebnik and Jeff Westbrook, co-executive producers on The Simpsons, talk to Mark and Kate about the great joys of writing for Homer; the food-related caveat that got Paul McCartney on the show; Lisa predicting the Trump presidency; and where the inspiration came from for their recent episode—one that focuses on avocados and making fun of pickleball.Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Record amounts of plastic have been discovered in the seabirds of Lord Howe Island, so much so that you can hear their bodies crunch. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk what it would take to cut back plastic use. Plus, we look at the new national guidelines for the treatment of early pregnancy loss.
Debaran Kelso welcomes back guest Peter Harrison, this time joined by his wife Shirley Metz. Peter is a world-renowned seabird expert, artist, and conservationist, and Shirley is an avid adventurer and conservationist in her own right. This show highlights their remarkable joint conservation efforts (part 2 of a two-part program). (KPTZ airdate: April 23, 2025) Learn more:The Mouse-Free Marion ProjectSEABIRDS: The New Identification Guide autographed by Peter HarrisonPeter HarrisonBird sound recording by Penguins International Nature Now is created by a dedicated team of volunteers. If you enjoy this episode and can support the work that goes into making Nature Now, we invite you to go to kptz.org/donate to make a contribution. Thank you for your support!
We talk with Mr. Train (Jeff Train), co-founder of "Our Tern", a project to help protect Hoboken, New Jersey's honorary bird, the Common Tern. Learn more here: https://www.ourtern.com/
Episode #367 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. This week on the show, Bryan and Bedroth from RPGera get distracted from the main quest by heading down those roads less traveled to explore some mini-games, side missions, optional bosses, and whatever else catches our eye off the beaten path! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or whatever you want! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, & Jeff. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Waukeens Promenade from Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn [Michael Hoenig, 2000] Back on Path from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt [Mikolai Stroinski & Marcin Przybyłowicz, 2015] Koi no Disco Queen from Yakuza 0 [Hidenori Shoji feat. Ryosuke Horii, 2015] Blitz Off from Final Fantasy X [Masashi Hamauzu, 2001] Church Music from South Park: The Stick of Truth [Jamie Dunlap, 2014] Hudson's Marriage from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Manaka Kataoka, Yasuaki Iwata & Hajime Wakai, 2017] Breath of Monsters from Fantasy Life [Nobuo Uematsu, 2012] Amygdala from Bloodborne [Ryan Amon, Tsukasa Saitoh, Michael Wandmacher, Yuka Kitamura, Cris Velasco & Nobuyoshi Suzuki, 2015] Medusa from Assassin's Creed Odyssey [The Flight, 2018] Valkyries from God of War [Bear McCreary, 2018] Cinco de Chocobo from Final Fantasy VII [Nobuo Uematsu, 1997] The Dave D. Taylor Blues from Doom II [Bobby Prince, 1994] Battle with Magus from Chrono Trigger [Yasunori Mitsuda, 1995] Seabird from Marvel's Spider-Man 2 [Alessi Brothers, 1977/2023] SUPPORT US Patreon: https://patreon.com/rpgera Thanks to our Patrons: Jexak, Xancu, Prof-Jeff, and Adam CONTACT US Website: https://rpgera.com Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Twitch: https://twitch.tv/therpgera Twitter: https://twitter.com/OriginalLDG Instagram: https://instagram.com/bryan.ldg/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/leveldowngaming RPGERA PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
This episode is all about motivation. How do we motivate our students, and ourselves, to practice our skills, be more consistent in our routines, and deepen our connection to the natural world? Jon and Sarah are joined by Jack Durtnall, based in the UK, and an experienced naturalist, musician, and mentor, to explore these questions and share stories about what Tom Brown Jr did when mentoring Jon and his peers, and what Jon, Jack, and Sarah have applied in their own work, and in their own routines. Enjoy!About Jack DurtnallJack Durtnall is a musician and nature connection facilitator living in the south east of England. His music can be found under his solo name and also as part of the band Shoal and the Seabird. Jack enjoys the rich musical and nature connection culture locally, and founded Hopjam, a long running groove-based jam night in 2022. Jack also gets to play at folk night with dear friend and colleague Anna Richardson frequently! Jack has been inspired by 8 Shields, Connection 1st, and the Art of Mentoring camps (2017 at Burnicombe Farm, Devon, and 2019 in Scotland) and loves the world that has opened up by being part of this wider collective culture.Jack works with the following organizations:Cultivating Curiosity - Children's Nature Connection Programs Learn moreKinship in Nature - Forest School in East London Learn moreChildren's Forest - A movement to inspired and enable children to plant healthy forests Learn moreThe Earth Stewardship Apprentice youth program at Sacred Earth Learn more--Tracking Connections Podcast is a production of Connection 1st, an organization that helps you deepen your connection with nature, other people and yourself. Learn moreThe transcript for this episode is available here.
Please join host Debaran Kelso as we welcome our special guest Peter Harrison. Peter is a world-renowned seabird expert, artist, and conservationist, and this week we will be speaking about writing and illustrating his beautiful new book Seabirds: The New Identification Guide. We end with exploring the world of the albatrosses, in anticipation of his upcoming public lecture sponsored by the Port Townsend Marine Science Center on March 30, 2025 (part 1 of a two-part program). (Airdate: March 26, 2025) Learn more:SEABIRDS: The New Identification Guide autographed by Peter HarrisonPeter HarrisonOldest known wild bird, Wisdom, has a new chick!Bird sound recording by American Bird Conservancy Nature Now is created by a dedicated team of volunteers. If you enjoy this episode and can support the work that goes into making Nature Now, we invite you to go to kptz.org/donate to make a contribution. Thank you for your support!
In this episode, I sit down with Rogen Machin from Canon South Africa to talk about the incredible role photography plays in birding and conservation. We discuss Canon's involvement in the cruise, the evolution of bird photography, and how new technology is changing the game for birders and photographers alike. Rogen also shares his personal journey back into birding and what it's been like experiencing the seabirds of the Southern Ocean firsthand.Beyond the cameras and lenses, this episode is also about conservation. The seabirds of Marion Island face a dire threat from invasive mice, which attack and kill chicks and even adult birds. BirdLife South Africa is leading vital efforts to protect these birds and their breeding colonies. If you're passionate about seabirds and conservation, please consider supporting their work.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:BirdLife South Africa https://www.birdlife.org.za/
To unpack the significance of the encounter with a Macaroni Penguin and what it tells us about seabird movements, John Maytham speaks to Trevor Hardaker, biodiversity enthusiast and passionate advocate for South Africa’s rich natural heritageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, I'll be interviewing Hans Larsson, one of the world's leading bird illustrators. We'll talk about his first experience birding in the Southern Ocean, what it was like guiding on the cruise, and his incredible work illustrating Seabirds: The New Identification Guide alongside Peter Harrison MBE.Joining me as a co-host is Josua Wenzel, one of South Africa's most talented young bird artists. Later in the show, Josua will have his own segment, where he chats artist-to-artist with Hans about the craft of bird illustration, the challenges of painting seabirds, and how first-hand experience influences their work.Beyond the art, this episode is also a reminder of what's at stake. The seabirds of Marion Island are under serious threat from invasive mice, which attack and kill chicks and even adult birds. The Mouse Free Marion Project is working to remove these threats and restore this critical breeding ground. If you love seabirds, please consider supporting this essential conservation effort.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Mouse-Free Marion Project website - https://mousefreemarion.org/Hans Larsson Website - https://www.hanslarssonbirdart.com/Josua Wenzel Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_scribbleworks/
Send us a textWelcome to Guess the Year! This is an interactive, competitive podcast series where you will be able to play along and compete against your fellow listeners. Here is how the scoring works:10 points: Get the year dead on!7 points: 1-2 years off4 points: 3-5 years off1 point: 6-10 years offGuesses can be emailed to drandrewmay@gmail.com or texted using the link at the top of the show notes (please leave your name).I will read your scores out before the next episode, along with the scores of your fellow listeners! Please email your guesses to Andrew no later than 12pm EST on the day the next episode posts if you want them read out on the episode (e.g., if an episode releases on Monday, then I need your guesses by 12pm EST on Wednesday; if an episode releases on Friday, then I need your guesses by 12 pm EST on Monday). Note: If you don't get your scores in on time, they will still be added to the overall scores I am keeping. So they will count for the final scores - in other words, you can catch up if you get behind, you just won't have your scores read out on the released episode. All I need is your guesses (e.g., Song 1 - 19xx, Song 2 - 20xx, Song 3 - 19xx, etc.). Please be honest with your guesses! Best of luck!!The answers to today's ten songs can be found below. If you are playing along, don't scroll down until you have made your guesses. .....Have you made your guesses yet? If so, you can scroll down and look at the answers......Okay, answers coming. Don't peek if you haven't made your guesses yet!.....Intro song: Million Dollar Baby by Tommy Richmond (2024)Song 1: Man in Blue by Death Cab for Cutie (2019)Song 2: Scream by Billy Idol (2005)Song 3: Seabird by Alessi Brothers (1976)Song 4: The Man of the House by Loretta Lynn (1971)Song 5: In a Broken Dream by Python Lee Jackson (1970)Song 6: Use Me by Bill Withers (1972)Song 7: Daddy Sang Bass by Johnny Cash (1968)Song 8: Pressure Drop by The Maytals (1970)Song 9: Hold On Loosely by 38 Special (1981)Song 10: Papa's Got a Brand New Bag (Pt. 1) by James Brown (1965)
Researchers are struggling to track shifting populations as ice conditions change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Welcome to our first episode covering our recent Subantarctic Islands cruise out of New Zealand. We're diving into the islands we visited, including Albatross Island and Pyramid Rock, and all about our travels on this world-class adventure. Check out the whole trip report here. Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast! Want to know more about us? Check out George's company, Hillstar Nature; Alvaro's company, Alvaro's Adventures, and Mollee's company, Nighthawk Agency, to see more about what we're up to.
What do eiders eat, how do they feed, why is their poop so stinky, how do they taste, how many are there, and what are the most pressing conservation concerns affecting them? These and other questions are explored as Kate Martin and Dr. Sarah Gutowsky rejoin Dr. Mike Brasher to wrap up our common eider species profile. Also discussed is new research that is improving our knowledge of eider population trends and identifying important breeding and winter sites. New telemetry results are revealing fascinating insights about eider migration, and we learn of the important cultural and economic tie between common eiders and local communities, including why an eider down duvet could set you back $10,000!Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org
Kauai has a lot to offer: exciting birds, scenic views, good surf, and more! The island's north side has some excellent birding spots where we saw a few lifers.Thanks to Jen Kindell for sponsoring this month's Bird Nerd Giveaway!Main Story Begins at: 9:07Show notesBuy me a CoffeeFlock To Marion AGAINSpring ChirpJen Kindell Art Albatross Network Video Kilauea LighthouseHanalei NWRHawaiian state fishErik Abel ArtThe Plight of the NeneTahiti NuieBird Trip Report Birds/Animals mentionedLaysan AlbatrossIntro Bird Call: Hawaiian Goose, Nene (Recorded: Kauai, Hawaii December 2024)Outro Bird Call: Laysan Albatross (Recorded: Kauai, Hawaii December 2024)Support the showConnect with us at... IG: @Hannahgoesbirding and @ErikgoesbirdingTwitter: @WeGoBirdingFacebook: @HannahandErikGoBirdingEmail us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.comWebsite: http://www.gobirdingpodcast.comVenmo: @hannahanderikgobirding
Hannah and Erik met up with renowned albatross conservationist and advocate, Hob Osterlund, to learn all about Laysan Albatross and their status in Kauai. Main Story Begins at: 9:22 Show notes Buy me a Coffee Flock To Marion AGAIN International Conference for Women Birders Spring ChirpShorebirds being uplistedAlbatross network video Birds/Animals mentionedLaysan AlbatrossIntro Bird Call: Laysan Albatross (Recorded: Kauai, Hawaii December 2024) Outro Bird Call: Laysan Albatross (Recorded: Kauai, Hawaii December 2024) Connect with us at... IG: @Hannahgoesbirding and @Erikgoesbirding Twitter: @WeGoBirding Facebook: @HannahandErikGoBirding Email us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.com Website: http://www.gobirdingpodcast.com Support the showConnect with us at... IG: @Hannahgoesbirding and @ErikgoesbirdingTwitter: @WeGoBirdingFacebook: @HannahandErikGoBirdingEmail us at HannahandErikGoBirding@gmail.comWebsite: http://www.gobirdingpodcast.com
This week, I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with someone I've been hoping to feature on the show for a long time—Jordan Ralph. Jordan's birding journey is nothing short of inspiring, and his adventures have taken him to some of the most breathtaking and remote locations on Earth, including Madagascar and even Antarctica. Whether you're preparing for the upcoming Flock to Marion Cruise or just passionate about birds and nature, this episode will have something for you.In this episode, Jordan and I talk about his experiences preparing for and birding in the Southern Ocean, the role of people in conservation, and why the Flock to Marion Cruise is a must-do for every birder. Plus, we share some laughs about bogey birds and reflect on the amazing birding community that keeps us all inspired.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza
In this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Luan discusses the significant decline in the population of common murres, a seabird species in Alaska, which has seen about half of its population die off—approximately 4 million individuals—since the marine heat wave known as "the blob" occurred from 2014 to 2016. The primary reason for this drastic decline is linked to the effects of the heat wave on the marine food web rather than direct thermal stress on the birds themselves. The heat wave caused shifts in the availability of food sources, leading to starvation among the murres. The study highlighted that the murres rely heavily on oceanic food supplies, and disruptions in these supplies can have devastating impacts on their populations. Research conducted by the University of Washington and the U.S. Fisheries and Wildlife Service revealed that the murre population in the Gulf of Alaska dropped by half, while in the eastern Bering Sea, the decline was even steeper at 75%. The study emphasized that without a recovery in the prey populations, the murres are unlikely to rebound, indicating a potential tipping point in the ecosystem that could prevent recovery for this species and others reliant on the same food sources. Overall, the episode underscores the importance of understanding and funding research on marine ecosystems to address the long-term impacts of climate change and marine heat waves on wildlife populations. Link to article: https://www.livescience.com/animals/birds/worst-die-off-of-a-single-species-in-the-modern-era-discovered-and-the-blob-was-to-blame Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program. Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube
A new team takes the lead at Honolulu's Office of Climate Change, Sustainability and Resiliency; a new exhibit of Hawaiian cultural artifacts opens in England; a recent study looks at the effect of plastic in Maui's wedge-tailed shearwaters; and a luthier in Kula shares the song he wrote weeks after the 2023 Maui wildfires
In this special episode, we're revisiting an iconic conversation with none other than Peter Harrison—ornithologist, artist, conservationist, and adventurer. Often described as the David Attenborough of the seas, Peter's life has been a celebration of seabirds and their mysterious, untamed world.We discuss his lifelong love for seabirds, the fascinating process behind creating his groundbreaking field guides, and the conservation challenges facing seabird populations today. Whether you're an avid birder, a conservation enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a good story, this episode promises inspiration, insight, and a touch of goosebumps!Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Order your copy of Seabirds: The New Identification Guide hereFound out more about the Flock to Marion Cruise here
An American White Pelican is roosting after a 20-person team rescued him from an icy pond in Truckee.
Cory's are the biggest of our four shearwaters, a group of wind-surfing seabirds who navigate the trackless oceans by smell, riding the wind deflected upwards off waves to effortlessly cover hundreds of miles in search of fish and squid.
Dr Carter spent some time recently in New Zealand. While there, he stopped by a giant colony of gannets. These sea birds number in the millions but they create a bit of a taxonomic mystery. Are three living species of gannets and the eight living species of booby one 'created kind'? What about the cormorants? Should they also be included? Baraminology has not revealed the limits of the created kinds, so we have much work still to do. Notes and links: Species were designed to change, part 1 God Deliberately Engineered Life to Change, but How Much Change is Allowed? Biblical Biology 101 (my new book!)
Dr Carter spent some time recently in New Zealand. While there, he stopped by a giant colony of gannets. These sea birds number in the millions but they create a bit of a taxonomic mystery. Are three living species of gannets and the eight living species of booby one 'created kind'? What about the cormorants? Should they also be included? Baraminology has not revealed the limits of the created kinds, so we have much work still to do. Notes and links: Species were designed to change, part 1 God Deliberately Engineered Life to Change, but How Much Change is Allowed? Biblical Biology 101 (my new book!)
In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Anton Wolfaardt, Project Manager at the Mouse-Free Marion Project. Anton has dedicated his career to seabird conservation, and today, he takes us deep into the story of Marion Island—one of the most unique and ecologically important places on the planet. We'll dive into the challenges and triumphs of restoring this remote island to protect its incredible birdlife, from the iconic albatrosses to lesser-known yet equally remarkable species.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Mouse-Free Marion Project https://mousefreemarion.org/Order your Vortex binoculars or scope here
Let's face it, we all woke up this morning with the same question: what's going on with seabirds right now? I'm glad you asked, because the answer is “a whole helluva lot.”
Today our guest is Sea McKeon, the Marine Program Director with the American Bird Conservancy. Sea is a biodiversity scientist, an evolutionary ecologist, a marine biologist, and a natural historian. In this episode, he tells us about the incredible value of seabird poop! Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildlife rehabilitator with 20 years of experience rescuing and rehabilitating injured birds, for twice-monthly discussions about restoring native habitat and helping the birds in your backyard. Access the BIRD HUGGER Newsletter here: www.birdhuggerpodcast.com. Send your questions about birds and native gardening to birdhuggerpodcast@gmail.com. (PG-13) St. Dymphna Press, LLC.
The White-vented Storm-Petrel is a small black and white seabird found off the coasts of Chile and Peru. Storm-petrels spend their entire lives at sea, except when nesting. Scientists had long been mystified about just where this species nests. A search lasting eight years led them to a site 50 miles inland in the Atacama desert, a place often compared to the surface of Mars. They employed dogs specially trained to sniff out seabirds. The dogs helped locate White-vented Storm-Petrel nests tucked into mineral deposits deep in the desert.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
Today, you'll learn about the so-called super synchronizers who are super attractive to potential partners, a new quantum compass that could one day replace GPS, and how a rare seabird rides out tropical cyclones. Super Synchronizers “Scientists discover ‘Super Synchronizers' with heightened romantic appeal.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “Social and nonsocial synchrony are interrelated and romantically attractive.” by M. Cohen, et al. 2024. Quantum Compass “‘It's the perfect place': London Underground hosts tests for ‘quantum compass' that could replace GPS.” by Robin McKie. 2024. “Quantum ‘compass' could allow navigation without relying on satellites.” by Hayley Dunning, et al. 2018. “What Is GPS and how do global positioning systems work?” Geotab. 2024. Seabirds & Cyclones “Groundbreaking study reveals oceanic seabirds chase tropical cyclones.” EurekAlert! 2024. “Oceanic seabirds chase tropical cyclones.” by Francesco Ventura, et al. 2024. Follow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Calli and Nate — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen Now to 78 Future Now This week we hear from my dear wife and co-partner of this podcast, Sun (aka Mrs. Future) from Portugal, where she is traveling with her sister on a family adventure. Taylor Barcroft then brings us up-to-date on all the latest and greatest offerings from Apple Computer, particularly the iPhone 16 models and the Series 10 Watch. (hint - if you are into photography, the Pro and Pro Max are your best options). If you are curious about the feeding frenzy in the Montery Bay lately, it’s the large anchovy schools of fish feeding the other critters, from dolphins and whales to birds, otters, and sea lions. Sounds good for the creatures, but there is this little thing (that has happened before) called an anchovy die-off that has ecological consequences.. A feeding frenzy in Seabird and marine mammal feeding frenzy in Monterey Bay MIT educated Bruce McHenry checks in, not so much for discussing his speciality, transportation, but to inform us of the Fediverse and their latest forum on breaking walled gardens open and connecting them into a free, open and decentralized social network. This could change the way you relate (or likely not relate) to social media. Meet the people that want to do this..Enjoy!
Many oceanic species like grebes, loons, pelicans, and gulls migrate far inland to raise their young near freshwater lakes. Ring-billed Gulls, for example, breed throughout the northern U.S. Forster's Terns can be found catching fish in the upper Midwest in the summer. In northern Canada, you may even catch a glimpse of a Surf Scoter as it dives below the glassy surface of the lake. These species return to the coasts for the winter.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
Seabirds have no problem drinking sea water. The salt they take in is absorbed and moves through their blood stream into a pair of salt glands above their eyes. The densely salty fluid is excreted from the nostrils and runs down grooves in the bill. As the drop gets larger, the bird shakes its head to send the salt back to the ocean. A seabird's skull has a pair of grooves for the salt glands right over the eyes.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.
In shallow waters off the coast of Massachusetts, ocean predators come from far and wide to hunt. Humpback whales join Great Shearwaters and many other seabirds in pursuing sand lance, a tiny fish that these top predators rely on for sustenance. But sand lance are vulnerable to climate change — putting the rest of the ecosystem, including seabirds, at risk.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.