Best Elle Kaye Podcasts (2025)

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Live From Global Birdfair - Day 1 47:46

15h ago47:46

47:46

Join us for this very special episode as Matt and Sarah answer Birding Questions live on the Winchat Podcast Stage at Global Birdfair 2025! Thank you to everyone who came down to the recording. Enjoy this 30 minutes of madness! Please do send us Birding Questions for Series 5 to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder. We'd love it if you'd…

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Episode 96: Special Guest, Georgia De Gidlow (Actor, Keedie in A Kind Of Spark and Writer) 1:21:57

25d ago1:21:57

1:21:57

My special guest on this episode of the 21andsensory Podcast is the wonderful Georgia De Gidlow. Georgia is an actor who is based both in Belfast and in London. She made her on-screen debut in a lead role in the BBC’s 'A Kind of Spark', which was nominated for a number of awards, including an Emmy nomination for casting. It won “Best Children’s Pro…

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Heatwave at RSPB Pulborough Brooks 1:05:21

28d ago1:05:21

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Matt and Sarah are back after an unexpected break from the podcast. They head off for a walk around the beautiful RSPB Pulborough Brooks on a scorcher of a day. Will they see a White-Tailed Eagle? Or will the heat hide the birds away? Please do send us Birding Questions for our live episode to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder. You ca…

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Ep 45. Solo Birding 56:29

2M ago56:29

56:29

Matt goes for a solo walk around Somerset to see what he can find. We love going out for walks with friends or family but it's also fun to go it alone! Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! T…

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Ep 44. Mike Phelps - Isle of Mull 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

This week Matt heads to the Isle of Mull with Mike Phelps. They boys are treated to quite the range of birds but they are in particular search of White Tail Eagles and Hen Harrier. Mike shares the powerful story of how he got into wildlife photography and became an advocate for nature's positive impact for your Mental Health. Follow Mike on Instagr…

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Ep 43. A Stay at Elmley Nature Reserve 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

1:06:11

Matt and Sarah finally stay at Elmley Nature Reserve after promising themselves they'll go for ages and ages. There should be Marsh Harriers, Owls and Waders. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't alr…

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Ep 42. Surrounded by Warblers 52:56

3M ago52:56

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Matt and Sarah go off in search of Warblers. It's an episode heavy with birdsong! Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feathers and Eco Bird Food. Hos…

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Episode 95: Special Guest, Kay Wilson ( Illustrator, Cover artist for A Kind Of Spark and Keedie) 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

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I am really excited to chat to today's special guest Kay Wilson. Kay is a Nottingham-based illustrator, most well known for her cover of the best-selling book A Kind of Spark, as well as Keedie, Like a Charm and Like a Curse by Elle McNicoll. Kay has worked on a wide range of projects, from editorial illustration to podcast art. I hope you enjoy li…

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Ep 41. Akash Barua - Greater London 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

This week Matt goes for a walk with ecologist Akash Barua. They chat about his allotment, being a young urban ecologist and his Instagram series, 'Wild Endz'. They also see quite the spectacle right at the end of their time together, so stay tuned for that! Follow Akash on Instagram. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to info@rocknrollbi…

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Ep 40. Adam Juckes - Red Kites in Buckinghamshire 49:13

3M ago49:13

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This week it's Red Kite-fest with Photographer, YouTuber and Podcaster Adam Juckes. Follow Adam Juckes on Instagram and YouTube. Book your trip with Apex Adventures here. And make sure to check out The WildX Podcast. Keep your Birding Snacks and Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscri…

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Episode 94: Special Guest, Dr Emma Cernis (Clinical Psychologist and Researcher) 1:11:53

3M ago1:11:53

1:11:53

I am really excited to chat to today's special guest Dr Emma Cernis. Emma is a clinical psychologist and researcher with expertise in complex mental health difficulties. She is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham and works within the School of Psychology and the Institute for Mental Health. Through her rese…

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Ep 39. Ryan Dalton - Hampstead Heath 1:03:19

3M ago1:03:19

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This week Matt goes for a walk around Hampstead Heath with naturalist, nature podcaster and professional dog walker, Ryan Dalton. Follow Ryan on Instagram and check out his podcast, Into the Wild. Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on…

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Ep 38. Home Birding 58:13

4M ago58:13

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This week Matt and Sarah head outside their house for a birdwatching walk. You don't need to go to a reserve or beauty spot to appreciate the birds... just put your trainers on and see what you can see outside your front door! Let us know how many species you spot and if there's anything of note! Keep your Birding Questions coming to info@rocknroll…

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Ep 37. Booming Bitterns on the Somerset Levels 1:09:58

4M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

We're back for series 4 and we're on the hunt for the booming bitterns! Matt and Sarah visit RSPB Greylake Nature Reserve and RSPB Ham Wall on the Somerset Levels. There's also hope for a Merlin and a Glossy Ibis! Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n …

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Ryan Dalton + Nadia Shaikh 45:51

4M ago45:51

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In episode 049 Elle chats with Ryan Dalton + Nadia Shaikh, co-hosts of Into the Wild podcast. Socials: Into The Wild Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/intothewildpodcast/ Ryan Dalton - https://www.instagram.com/mrryanjdalton/ Nadia Shaikh - https://www.instagram.com/buteblackbird/ Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EHRYvXeDl7KUfTxACA…

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Episode 93: Special Guest, Chloe Tear (Disability Blogger and Writer) 1:03:00

5M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

I am really excited to chat to today's special guest which is the lovely Chloe Tear. Chloe is an award winning disability blogger and freelance writer with 10 years experience. On her blog she documents her lived experiences as a disabled young woman and she currently works as a senior content designer for GOV.UK. Chloe has had Cerebral Palsy from …

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Ep 36. Hunting for Hawfinches - Hampshire 55:18

5M ago55:18

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There has been a recent eruption of Hawfinches so Matt and Sarah go off in search of them in Hampshire. Will they finish another series with a lifer?! Keep your Birding Questions coming to [email protected] or DM @rocknrollbirder We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to …

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Ep 35. The Early Birder - The Chilterns 1:00:08

5M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

This week Matt heads to the Chilterns to go for an early morning walk with The Early Birder. Jon is full of birding pearls of wisdom and even helped Matt spot a lifer! We'd love it if you'd go and subscribe to Rock 'n Roll Birder TV on YouTube if you haven't already! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt…

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Luke Massey, Katie Stacey + Wild Finca 48:43

5M ago48:43

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In episode 048 Elle chats with Luke Massey and Katie Stacey, the founders of Wild Finca based in Asturias in Spain. Six years ago, they embarked on a journey to transform an old dairy farm into a thriving sanctuary for nature. Through innovative and sustainable land management practices, they've created a haven for 113 bird species, 30 mammal speci…

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Ep 34. Waders at RSPB Titchwell Marsh, Norfolk 55:41

6M ago55:41

55:41

Matt and Sarah have an extremely birdy time at RSPB Titchwell Marsh. It's a freezing cold day but that doesn't put the waders off! There's some incredibly helpful fellow birdwatchers and Matt embarrasses himself in front of a big group of birders... We also have some fantastic Birding Questions that have come though on the email address, so do keep…

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Episode 92: Special Guest, Dr Alex Smalley (Researcher and Communicator) 56:45

6M ago56:45

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Dr Alex Smalley is a researcher and communicator aiming to understand more about how experiences in nature can impact people’s wellbeing. Alex is based at the University of Exeter's European Centre for Environment and Human Health and holds a PhD in environmental psychology. Since 2017 he has been investigating the cognitive and emotional impacts o…

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Ep 33. Ajay Tegala - Horsell Common, Surrey 47:54

6M ago47:54

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This week Matt heads to Horsell Common with author, presenter and Ranger Ajay Tegala. Neither of them have been to Horsell Common before so they enjoy an explore of the area and Ajay sees a bird he hasn’t seen in years. There’s also Birding Questions and Matt share more about his Winterwatch experience. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Green Feath…

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Ep 32. RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 57:18

6M ago57:18

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Matt and Sarah want you to join the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 which runs between 24th and 26th January, so they do a practice run in their garden bird hide and answer questions about getting involved! Find out more about Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 and sign up here. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Mat…

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Ep 31. Birding Questions Special 59:28

6M ago59:28

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Matt answers your questions and voicenotes in a special episode this week. And stay tuned until the end to hear a big announcement! Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Episode 91: A huge 2024 round-up with Emily! 1:00:01

7M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Grab a hot drink and a snack because it's time for a huge 2024 catch-up episode with Emily! (who only realised as she was recording that it’s been an entire YEAR since she did a solo episode?!) Things I cover (with timestamps): 0:00 Intro + Spotify Wrapped Stats 5:00 A wrap up of 2024’s podcast guests 23:20 Life Update and Instagram Questions 4…

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Ep 30. Robbie McIntosh - RSPB Radipole, Weymouth 48:33

7M ago48:33

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In the final episode of 2024 Matt heads to Weymouth to go for a birwatching walk with guitar legend, Robbie McIntosh. Robbie has played with Paul McCartney, Sir Tom Jones, John Mayer, and Norah Jones to name but a few, but he is also a keen birdwatcher. They hope to see Cetti's Warblers and Bearded Tit. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathe…

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Bonus Episode: PPZZ at the Ri! 11:44

7M ago11:44

11:44

Here's one last surprise from us in 2024 - here's the recording of our set at An Evening of Unnecessary Detail at The Royal Institution! Recorded in October 2024, this set sees us taking a journey around the 7 continents through interconnecting species of plants and animals! We talk pooing bats, birds with STIs and plants that can detect bombs!We l…

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Ep 29. Starling Murmuration - RSPB Ham Wall, Somerset 58:28

7M ago58:28

58:28

It's our first walk in the South West! Join Matt and Sarah as they look for the starling murmuration on the beautiful Somerset Levels. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Spracklen Music by David Joseph For Wren Productions Ltd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Ep 28. Bonner Black – Askham Bog, York 54:30

8M ago54:30

54:30

Join Matt for this week's walk in York with Nashville artist and viral birdy sensation, Bonner Black! It's Bonner's first time birding in the UK so she's excited to see which quintessential British birds she can add to her life list. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt Spracklen Produced by Sarah Sprack…

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27. Pileated Woodpecker with Elle Kaye 55:20

8M ago55:20

55:20

For the final episode of Season 1 of Planty Planty Zoo Zoo, Steph and Connor are joined by the AMAZING Elle Kaye for a long, winding discussion of the ups and downs of being a taxidermist on the internet, honouring life through art and, of course, woodpeckers🐦‍⬛ We loved having such a raw, honest chat with Elle and are so grateful to her for coming…

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Episode 90: Special Guest, Dr Harriet Axbey (Autistic early career researcher + author) 1:08:03

8M ago1:08:03

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I am super excited for today's episode as I have special guest Dr Harriet Axbey on the show. Harriet Axbey is an autistic early career researcher at Swansea University. She is a research assistant on the “Autism from Menstruation to Menopause” Wellcome Trust Funded project within the Faculty of Medicine, Health, and Life Science. This project aims …

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Ep 27. A Quest for Lammergeier - The Pyrenees Mountains 58:30

8M ago58:30

58:30

Matt and Adam Bolton head to The Pyrenees Mountains in search of vultures on their Spanish Adventure! How do the boys get on when locked into a bird hide for eight hours?! And will they see the Lammergeier? Send your Birding Questions on DM's on Instagram or email [email protected] Follow Matt on Instagram and TikTok @RocknRollBirder to see …

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Ep 26. Sean McCormack, The Ealing Beaver Project 59:30

8M ago59:30

59:30

This week it's all about the birds and the beavers. Matt takes a stroll around The Ealing Beaver Project with Project Lead, Dr Sean McCormack. Sean is a vet, conservationist and presenter. He's so knowledgable about all things wildlife and shares with Matt all about the amazing work they're doing at the project. Follow Sean on Instagram, @thatvetse…

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26. Secretary Bird with Tash from Hatchling Makes 53:06

8M ago53:06

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This episode, we're joined by Tash from Hatchling Makes to chat all things small business, and how art can be used to fly the flag for underappreciated and obscure endangered animals! We also chat about the absolutely gorgeous secretary bird, the latest resident of Planty Planty Zoo Zoo! Also in this episode, a run-through of our trip to Battersea …

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Ep 25. Warnham Nature Reserve, West Sussex 59:38

8M ago59:38

59:38

Series 3 is here! Matt has been up to all sorts of birding in our pod break but we're back with a spooky stroll around Warnham Nature Reserve in West Sussex. Matt and Sarah are hoping to see a Kingfisher, Great Spotted Woodpecker or a Bullfinch... but will they? There's also some excellent Birding Questions. Do send in yours on DM's on Instagram or…

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Episode 89: Special Guest, Esme 'Pixie' Jay @pixiesbigwhy (Writer & Content Creator) 57:08

9M ago57:08

57:08

On today’s show I have the lovely Esme Jay, who is also known by the nickname Pixie. Esme is a queer autistic writer-turned-content creator living with PTSD and anxiety. They run @pixiesbigwhy over on Instagram which has almost 18,000 followers at time of recording (now over 19k as the podcast goes live!). Esme shares their life including content a…

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25. Planty Planty Interview-View #14: Axel & Ario Drioli 30:06

9M ago30:06

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🌿🐵 Meet Axel & Ario Drioli - the brothers behind Sounding Wild!🐵🌿 The latest episode of ⁠Planty Planty Zoo Zoo⁠, recorded at Global Birdfair, sees Connor chat to special guests Axel and Ario who talk about their amazing VR community outreach project, Sounding Wild which takes recordings of birds and birdsong across the countries making up migratory…

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Ep 24. Finally a Bearded Tit? - Farlington Marshes 59:41

10M ago59:41

59:41

In the final walk of the series will Matt FINALLY see a Bearded Tit after years of searching? Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted by Matt S…

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Episode 88: Special Guest, Elle McNicoll! (Novelist and Screenwriter) 57:33

10M ago57:33

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I am super excited for today's episode as I have the wonderful special guest Elle McNicoll on the show. Elle is a bestselling and award-winning novelist and screenwriter. She is an advocate for better representation of neurodiversity in publishing, as an autistic and dyspraxic novelist. Her debut, A Kind of Spark, won the Overall Waterstones Childr…

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Ep 23. Șeniz Mustafa - Seven Sisters 49:46

10M ago49:46

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Matt headed to Seven Sisters to go on a Gull survey with White Stork researcher and ecologist, Șeniz Mustafa. Unfortunately the weather was pretty intense with thirty-six mile an hour winds - but they soldier on! Follow Șeniz on Instagram. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to th…

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24. Planty Planty Interview-View #13: Charlie Bingham 26:55

10M ago26:55

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🌿🐵 Meet Charlie Bingham - author and podcaster!🐵🌿 Step into the latest episode of ⁠Planty Planty Zoo Zoo⁠, recorded at Global Birdfair, where we welcome special guest Charlie Bingham to chat bonobos. 🐵 Meet the Bonobo:Charlie guides us through the fascinating social structures and behaviors of the bonobo, known for its peaceful and cooperative comm…

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Ep 22. Mya Bambrick - Ham Common, Poole 57:04

10M ago57:04

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Matt heads down to Poole to go in search of Ospreys with Mya Bambrick. Mya is part of the Birds of Poole Harbour team and at a young age already has a wealth of experience - rising through the conservation ranks. Follow Mya on Instagram. And head to Birds of Poole Harbour website to find out more about the project. Email your birding questions to i…

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Episode 87: Special Guest, Jess Chandler (Neurodivergent + Disabled Advocator and Activist) 59:55

10M ago59:55

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On today’s show I have the lovely Jess Chandler. Jess is an advocator and activist in the Neurodivergent and Disabled Community. Jess also spreads awareness about Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and educates others on the impact that invisible illnesses can carry. Now you might know Jess from her fab instagram and TikTok accounts @thejesschandler (whe…

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Ep 21. Paul Bennett - RSPB Coombes Valley 53:34

10M ago53:34

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This week Matt is shown round RSPB Coombes Valley by Warden, Paul Bennett. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Ep 20. Baby Cuckoo - Lyndon Nature Reserve, Rutland 48:34

10M ago48:34

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This week Matt and Sarah go off in search of a baby cuckoo and the ospreys at Lyndon Nature Reserve in Rutland. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials @RocknRollBirder. Thank you to this week’s sponsors Greenfeathers and Eco Bird Food. Don't forget to use our code RNRB20 for 20% off bird food from Eco Bird Food…

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Ep 19. Jack Baddams (Part 2) - Sherwood Forest 51:41

11M ago51:41

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We had such a brilliant walk with Jack Baddams in Sherwood Forest that we had to come back with a second part! There’s also some cracking birding questions. Follow Jack on Insta, buy his book 'Springwatch: Birdtopia' and make sure to download his podcast 'How Many Geese'. Email your birding questions to [email protected] or DM us on socials …

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23. Planty Planty Interview-View #12: Jack Baker 45:58

11M ago45:58

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🌿🌊 Meet Jack Baker - podcaster, presenter and zoo & botanics educator! 🌊🌿 Dive into the latest episode of ⁠Planty Planty Zoo Zoo⁠, where we welcome Jack Baker, the host of Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast to introduce some fascinating new additions to our imaginary zoo and botanical garden! 🌊 Discover the Dugong: Jack introduces the delightful du…

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Ep 18. Naomi Johns - The Bird of Prey Project, Bath 1:00:27

11M ago1:00:27

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Matt is heads out around the grounds of The Bird of Prey Project with Centre Manager, Naomi Johns. Naomi is fascinating and so passionate about the centre and the birds they look after. You'll love joining them for this walk. And Matt and Sarah also have some news to share! Find out more about the Project on their website. Follow them on Instagram,…

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Ep 17. Jon Carter - BTO HQ, Norfolk 55:45

11M ago55:45

55:45

This week Matt is very lucky to have a walk around the grounds at the British Trust of Ornathology HQ with their Media Manager, Jon Carter. Jon is a life-longer birder and a fellow punk, so they had plenty to chat about! The BTO is such an important organisation and so it was a real honour to hear about some of their important work on this walk – a…

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Episode 86: Special Guest, Professor Janet Harbord ('Autism Plays Itself' Video Essay) 58:00

11M ago58:00

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Today I have special guest Professor Janet Harbord on the show. Janet is a professor of film studies at Queen Mary, University of London. Recently she has worked as a principle investigator (alongside Steven Eastwood) on a five year Wellcome Trust funded project called ‘Autism through Cinema’. Autism Through Cinema was a collaborative investigation…

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