Podcast Episodes

TBL Youth Podcast - Season 9 Episode 3 - The Spotted Ground Thrush Survey: Decklan Jordaan Part 1

Season 4 Episode 4

In today's episode Josh has a chat with Decklan Jordaan. Decklan tells us about his work on the recent Spotted Ground Thrush Survey and he gives us an insiders look into his trip to Liberia. This is …

Published on 13 hours ago

YWP Podcast Season 4 Episode 3 - Yehuda Hirschowitz: Leopards, Lions, and Lessons from the Wild

Season 4 Episode 3

In this episode, Gabby sits down with wildlife photographer Yehuda “Hudi” Hirschowitz to explore the moments and mindsets that shape a life outdoors. Hudi shares how growing up in the bush sparked hi…

Published on 1 week ago

TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 7 -The Birders Guide to Uganda Part 2

Season 12 Episode 7

In this episode, we’re back with Part 2 of our deep dive into one of Africa’s most exciting birding destinations, Uganda.

In Part 1, we covered some of Uganda’s most iconic species — the Shoebill, Gre…

Published on 1 week, 3 days ago

TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 6 -The Birders Guide to Uganda Part 1

Season 12 Episode 6

In this episode, we kick off a very special two-part series titled “The Birder’s Guide to Uganda.”

In these episodes, I’m joined by expert bird guide Joshua Olszewski, who has spent countless hours ex…

Published on 1 week, 3 days ago

TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 5 - Science, Stories, and Saving Birds – With Alan Lee

Season 12 Episode 5

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Alan Lee, the Science and Innovation Programme Manager at BirdLife South Africa. Alan is one of the leading voices in bird conservation in South Africa and has spent…

Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago

YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 2 - From suet to success, the Elaine’s Birding story

Season 4 Episode 2

From a single suet mix made in her kitchen to a business that reaches birders across South Africa, Elaine Reed’s journey is proof that passion can truly take flight. In this episode, Gabby sits down …

Published on 3 weeks ago

TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 4 - Ndumo Game Reserve: Is One of SA’s Top Birding Spots Still Worth It?

Season 12 Episode 4

In this special episode, I’m joined once again by my good friend Calvin Harris — not the DJ, the birder! This time, we’re recording from a deck at Ndumo Game Reserve, surrounded by the sounds of the …

Published on 3 weeks, 3 days ago

TBL Youth Podcast - Season 9 Episode 2 - Salt Pans and Baobabs Part 2: India Jardine

Season 4 Episode 2

In this episode of The Birding Life Youth Podcast, Josh chats to his friend India Jardine about their recent trip to Botswana. India runs us through the highlights of our stay and enchants us with th…

Published on 4 weeks ago

YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 1 - Pelagic Thrills & Garden Route Chills with Tristan Spurway

Season 4 Episode 1

Birding at sea, birding on shore, and a life list of 742. In this episode, Tristan Spurway shares flock-to-Marion highlights, his move to the Garden Route, beginner-friendly hotspots, and practical t…

Published on 1 month ago

TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 3 - Southern Africa’s Birding Hotspots with Dom Rollinson (Part 2)

Season 12 Episode 3

In this episode, we’re diving into Part 2 of our conversation with top South African birder, Dom Rollinson.

If you missed Part 1, hit pause and go listen to that episode first — we covered some amazin…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago