Welcome to the Bird Joy Podcast – where birding meets community, curiosity, and connection! Hosted by Dexter "The Wisco Birder" Patterson and Jason "The Birding Beardsman" Hall, this is your go-to show for all things birds, nature, and the joy they bring.
Whether you're a beginner birder, a backyard birdwatcher, or a seasoned avian enthusiast, Bird Joy is your destination to explore the beauty of birds, the importance of conservation, and the power of inclusive outdoor spaces.
What to Expect:
* Birding tips for beginners and pros alike
* Inspiring stories from birders, naturalists, and STEM professionals
* Deep dives into urban birding, green spaces, and conservation efforts
* Honest conversations about equity, access, and inclusivity in nature
* Updates on birding trends, tech, and tools
Each episode celebrates how birds connect us to nature, to science, and one another. With expert guests, heartfelt stories, and a shared love for our feathered friends, Bird Joy is more than a podcast—it's a movement.
Discover the magic of birding. Build community. Find your flock.
Subscribe to the Bird Joy Podcast today—because everyone deserves a little more joy, and a few more birds, in their life.
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Welcome to the Bird Joy Podcast – where birding meets community, curiosity, and connection! Hosted by Dexter "The Wisco Birder" Patterson and Jason "The Birding Beardsman" Hall, this is your go-to show for all things birds, nature, and the joy they bring.
Whether you're a beginner birder, a backyard birdwatcher, or a seasoned avian enthusiast, Bird Joy is your destination to explore the beauty of birds, the importance of conservation, and the power of inclusive outdoor spaces.
What to Expect:
* Birding tips for beginners and pros alike
* Inspiring stories from birders, naturalists, and STEM professionals
* Deep dives into urban birding, green spaces, and conservation efforts
* Honest conversations about equity, access, and inclusivity in nature
* Updates on birding trends, tech, and tools
Each episode celebrates how birds connect us to nature, to science, and one another. With expert guests, heartfelt stories, and a shared love for our feathered friends, Bird Joy is more than a podcast—it's a movement.
Discover the magic of birding. Build community. Find your flock.
Subscribe to the Bird Joy Podcast today—because everyone deserves a little more joy, and a few more birds, in their life.
Nature, Cemeteries, and Bird Joy: A Conversation with Danielle Belleny
The Bird Joy Podcast
50 minutes
4 months ago
Nature, Cemeteries, and Bird Joy: A Conversation with Danielle Belleny
In this joyful and thought-provoking episode, Dexter and Jason sit down with Danielle Belleny, a wildlife biologist, birder, storyteller, and co-founder of Black Birders Week. Danielle is known for her ability to blend ecology, joy, and cultural reflection, and she encourages us to see nature in often-overlooked places, particularly cemeteries.
Her celebrated works include *This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds* and *A Junior Birder's Handbook*, and she is also behind the growing #CemeteryBirdersClub movement. Danielle's efforts are expanding how people connect with birds, life, and even death.
Episode Resources:
* This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds [https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/danielle-belleny/this-is-a-book-for-people-who-love-birds/9780762475971/?lens=running-press]
* A Junior Birder's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Birdwatching [https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/danielle-belleny/the-junior-birders-handbook/9780762480784/]
Connect with Danielle:
Stay connected with Danielle's latest projects, writing, and birding adventures:
Instagram: @bellzisbirding
[https://www.instagram.com/bellzisbirding?igsh=N25wY2kxaXUzeDh4]#CemeteryBirdersClub
Website: https://dbelleny.carrd.co/
The Bird Joy Podcast is hosted by Dexter Patterson [https://www.instagram.com/wiscobirder] and Jason Hall [https://www.instagram.com/thebirdingbeardsman]
Connect with the Pod:
Instagram: Bird Joy Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/thebirdjoypod/]
Birding Club Websites:
BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin [https://www.bipocbirdingclub.org/]
In Color Birding Club [https://www.incolorbirding.org/]
The Bird Joy Podcast
Welcome to the Bird Joy Podcast – where birding meets community, curiosity, and connection! Hosted by Dexter "The Wisco Birder" Patterson and Jason "The Birding Beardsman" Hall, this is your go-to show for all things birds, nature, and the joy they bring.
Whether you're a beginner birder, a backyard birdwatcher, or a seasoned avian enthusiast, Bird Joy is your destination to explore the beauty of birds, the importance of conservation, and the power of inclusive outdoor spaces.
What to Expect:
* Birding tips for beginners and pros alike
* Inspiring stories from birders, naturalists, and STEM professionals
* Deep dives into urban birding, green spaces, and conservation efforts
* Honest conversations about equity, access, and inclusivity in nature
* Updates on birding trends, tech, and tools
Each episode celebrates how birds connect us to nature, to science, and one another. With expert guests, heartfelt stories, and a shared love for our feathered friends, Bird Joy is more than a podcast—it's a movement.
Discover the magic of birding. Build community. Find your flock.
Subscribe to the Bird Joy Podcast today—because everyone deserves a little more joy, and a few more birds, in their life.