A welcoming podcast that makes bird watching simple, accessible, and fun for everyone.
Through conversations with complete beginners, casual bird enthusiasts, and experts in ornithology, we explore what draws people to bird watching, how it fits into everyday life, and why it keeps people coming back.
No expensive kit, no expert knowledge, no rare sightings required-just curiosity and a bit of time outdoors. Along the way, expect practical tips, funny stories, and light-hearted bird banter that celebrates enjoyment over expertise , helping build a community around noticing the natural world.
Beth Sheils: The Birds, The Belles and The Goshawks
In this episode, Beth shares how birding became a source of comfort and grew into a passion for wildlife photography. She tells stories of brilliant sightings, her British bird quest, and building a community around her love of birds.
As always, get me on my soapbox talking about the murder of raptors and I'll find it hard to stop…Iolo Williams (https://www.instagram.com/iolo.williams.007/?hl=en), let us know how we might be able to save the Goshawks ;)
Lingo
Record Shot - A quick, functional documentary photograph taken primarily to prove the identification, presence, or rarity of a bird rather than for artistic or aesthetic quality.
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Ransom Instagram & Tiktok l @birdingbaby (https://www.instagram.com/birdingbaby/?__pwa=1#)
Guest: Beth Instagram & Tiktok l @BeththeBirdnerd (https://www.instagram.com/beththebirdnerd/)
Audio Editor: David Ransom Instagram & Tiktok l @RansomDesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast Music: DJ DLR
2 Nov 2026
A Wildlife TV Veteran on Swifts, Stories and Saving Nature
In this episode, Loz shares his journey from radio and wildlife TV into his current role with a wildlife charity. We explore his lifelong obsession with birds, the joys and frustrations of birding, and why the UK is one of the most nature-depleted countries on the planet. Along the way, we cover the community effort behind swift boxes, what it takes to protect different species, and why conservation so often feels like a losing battle.
Lingo
Indicator species - A species whose presence shows the habitat is healthy.
LBJs ("little brown jobs") - Small brown birds that are hard to tell apart.
Lifer - The very first time a birder sees or hears a specific bird species in the wild during their lifetime.
Nest cup - The shallow dish in a swift box where eggs are laid and the nest is built.
Red-listed - A species of high conservation concern in the UK.
Sagittal crest: The ridge on top of a skull where jaw muscles attach.
Twitching - Travelling a long way to see a rare bird. Loz isn't a fan.
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Ransom Instagram & Tiktok l @birdingbaby (https://www.instagram.com/birdingbaby/?__pwa=1#) | @winginitcast (https://www.instagram.com/winginitcast/)
Guest: Loz Whitaker Instagram & Tiktok @howtobirder (https://www.instagram.com/howtobirder?mdxt=MXVhazJzeXlzNGZlOQ%3D%3D)
Audio Editor: David Ransom Instagram l @RansomDesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast Music: DJ DLR
26 Oct 2026
The Magic of Birding Encounters: Stories from a Wildlife Photographer
In this episode, Idris shares his journey into wildlife photography, his encounters with birds and other wildlife, and how his passion has evolved over time. We explore the joys and challenges of birding, the importance of community, and the balance between hobby and studying.
Lingo
Diurnal - Active or occurring during the daytime and resting at night,
Birder - A person who observes, studies, andtracks wild birds as a hobby or form of citizen science. While often used interchangeably with "birdwatcher.
Twitchers - Dedicated birdwatchers who travel long distances on short notice to see a rare bird and add it to a personal checklist.
Lifer - The very first time a birder sees or hears a specific bird species in the wild during their lifetime.
Green Feathers
If you’re into wildlife, garden birds or just curious about what’s visiting your garden when you’re not around Green Feathers have some brilliant wildlife and trail cameras that let you get a closer look! It’s such a cool way to see what’s visiting wildlife if getting up to! I have one of their trail cameras and have seen foxes, hedgehogs and a load of cats (lol). The picture and video quality is amazing. If you’re interested in purchasing a camera for your garden, give them a look - you can find them online at www.green-feathers.co.uk
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Ransom Instagram & Tiktok: @birdingbaby (https://www.instagram.com/birdingbaby/?__pwa=1#)l @winginitcast (https://www.instagram.com/winginitcast/)
Guest: Idris Belabed Substack: @beyondthestills (https://substack.com/@beyondthestills)
Audio Editor: David Ransom Instagram: @RansomDesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast Music: DJ DLR
19 Oct 2026
Tales and Twitches with the Casual Birder
In this episode the Casual Birder, Suzy, shares her passion for birding, her methods, favourite species, and her thoughts on conservation and ethical birding practices. Discover practical tips, inspiring stories, and insights into the world of birdwatching.
Lingo
Contact Calls - A short and frequently repeated vocalisation that birds use to stay in touch with a partner or flock while foraging or flying, and signal safety.
EBird - An online database of bird observations run by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology that lets people track sightings and share data for global science.
Pelagic - An offshore boat excursion designed to find seabirds, marine mammals, and open-ocean wildlife that do not come close to land.
Twitchers - Dedicated birdwatchers who travel long distances on short notice to see a rare bird and add it to a personal checklist
Twitches - Traveling far or dropping everything to see a rare bird that has been reported.
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Stark @birdingbaby
Guest: Suzy Buttress @casualbirderpodcast
Audio Editor: David Ransom @RansomDesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast Music: DJ DLR
12 Oct 2026
The Joy of Birding: Song, Sanity and Skomer
In this episode, Tom and Rhiannon share their passion for birding, discussing favourite species, best birding locations in the UK, and tips for beginners. They explore the joys of birdwatching, conservation issues, and how to enjoy the hobby responsibly.
Lingo
BTO - British Trust for Ornithology
HOS - Hampshire Ornithological Society
Nestling
Nestling is a beautiful app, designed to help you recognise birds and their calls. There are gorgeous illustrations, real bird calls, comparisons between similar species, and short quizzes to help you remember what you've learnt!
Nestling have kindly given me a code to share with you: BIRD-BABY gets your three months of Nestling+ for free.
Happy birding!
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Stark IG: @birdingbaby (https://www.instagram.com/birdingbaby/?__pwa=1#) | @winginitcast (https://www.instagram.com/winginitcast/)
Guest: Tom Stone http://www.thomasdstone.blog/ (http://www.thomasdstone.blog/)
Audio Editor: David Ransom @RansomDesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast Music: DJ DLR
5 Oct 2026
Exploring Birds Through Parabolic Microphones…and LARPing
In this episode, Phil and Rhiannon explore the fascinating world of birding, sound recording, and outdoor hobbies, sharing hilarious stories and practical tips for nature enthusiasts. They share insights on making nature accessible, using technology for bird identification, and the mental health benefits of engaging with the natural world.
Lingo
LARP - Live Action Role Playing
Bins - Binoculars
Episode Credits
Host, Writer and Researcher: Rhiannon Ransom @birdingbaby (https://www.instagram.com/birdingbaby/?__pwa=1#)| @winginitcast (https://www.instagram.com/winginitcast/?__pwa=1#)
Guest: Phil D'Souza LoveShivLARP (https://www.loveshiv.co.uk)
Video and Audio Editing: Grace Kelly
Additional Audio Editing: David Ransom @ransomdesigns (https://www.instagram.com/ransomdesigns.co.uk/?__pwa=1#)
Podcast music: DJ DLR
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