Synopsis
Weekly podcast in which five stories of birds and birdsong are told by the people inspired by them.
Episodes
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Samuel West's Tweet of the Week, Pt 2
01/07/2018 Duration: 10minIn this week's edition, Samuel West regales us with his rarest avian encounter.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Sandpiper - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Nuthatch - presented by Bill Oddie Greenfinch - presented by Sir David Attenborough Rock Pipit - presented by Michaela Strachan Turtle Dove - presented by Samuel West
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Samuel West's Tweet of the Week, Pt 1
24/06/2018 Duration: 08minActor Samuel West returns to Tweet of the Week and reflects on how a trip to Kenya kick-started his interest in birdwatching.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Swift - presented by David Attenborough Garden Warbler - presented by Andy Clements Nightingale - presented by Sam Lee Nightjar - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Coot - presented by Stephen Moss
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Chris Packham's Tweet of the Week
17/06/2018 Duration: 14minLong-time Tweet supporter and stalwart Chris Packham returns to don his binoculars and guide us through his own personal perch in Tweet of the Day.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Blue Tit - presented by Chris Packham Blackbird - presented by Chris Packham Grey Wagtail - presented by Chris Packham Coot - presented by Chris Packham Water Rail - presented by Chris Packham
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Matt Williams's Tweet of the Week, Pt 2
10/06/2018 Duration: 11minIn this Tweet of the Week omnibus, Matt Williams reflects on what he personally finds fascinating about birds, and also who he'd invite to his nature-themed imaginary dinner party.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Southern Ground Hornbill - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Mute Swan - presented by Chris Packham Kestrel - presented by David Lindo House Sparrow - presented by Michaela Strachan Arctic Tern - presented by Amy Liptrot
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Matt Williams's Tweet of the Week, Pt 1
03/06/2018 Duration: 10minThe voice of the Wild Voices Project podcast, Matt Williams, shares an example of one of his birdwatching 'dips'.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Red-Eyed Vireo - presented by Michael Palin CBE Hobby - presented by Brett Eastwood Guillemot - presented by Fyfe Dangerfield Shetland Starling - presented by Helen Moncrieff Sedge Warbler - presented by Sir David Attenborough
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Simon Barnes's Tweet of the Week, Pt 2
27/05/2018 Duration: 10minSports journalist and avid nature enthusiast Simon Barnes returns to share some of his birdwatching memories from around the world.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes; Chiffchaff - presented by Bill Oddie Treecreeper - presented by Tara Robinson Asian Koel - presented by Michael Palin CBE Norther Wheatear - presented by Michaela Strachan Osprey - presented by David Lindo
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Simon Barnes's Tweet of the Week, Pt 1
20/05/2018 Duration: 10minThis week’s guest curator is sports journalist and author Simon Barnes, who shares a story of he earned one particular feather in his cap at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Razorbill - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Yellow Wagtail - presented by Michaela Strachan Ring-Necked Parakeet - presented by Cyrus Todiwala Reed Warbler - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Starling - presented by Melissa Harrison
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Miriam Darlington's Tweet of the Week, Pt 2
13/05/2018 Duration: 09minIn this week's edition, Miriam Darlington delves into why she believes that she's so drawn towards owls in particular. This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Barn Owl - presented by Chris Packham Tawny Owl - presented by David Attenborough Redshank - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Andean Cock Of The Rock - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Mauritius Kestrel - presented by Michael Palin CBE Blue Rock Thrush - presented by Liz BonninPhotograph: Richard Austin.
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Miriam Darlington's Tweet of the Week, Pt 1
06/05/2018 Duration: 09minAuthor of "Owl Sense" Miriam Darlington joins us to share why she finds bird-watching so endearing, as well as reflecting on the enduring relationship we have with our feathered friends.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Barn Owl - presented by Chris Packham Corn Bunting - presented by Steve Backshall Song Thrush - presented by David Attenborough Swift - presented by Laura Howard Bullfinch - presented by Michaela StrachanPhotograph: Richard Austin.
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Martin Noble's Tweet of the Week, Pt 2
29/04/2018 Duration: 09minMartin Noble is back for his second round of Tweet curation, where he shares fond memories of slipping away from the rigors of touring for some birdwatching whilst on tour as guitarist with the indie rock band British Sea Power. This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Yellowhammer – presented by Steve Backshall Swallow - presented by Kate Humble Cuckoo - presented by Tara Robinson Whitethroat - presented by Jane Smith Puffin - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff
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Martin Noble's Tweet of the Week, Pt 1
22/04/2018 Duration: 09minMartin Noble, of the band British Sea Power, is this week's guest curator. Here, he reflects on the relationship between birdsong and songwriting, and how he was "wing"-spired by an avian encounter in Mississippi.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes; House Sparrow - Cyrus Todiwala Great Tit - David Attenborough Blackbird - Bill Oddie Skylark - Gary Moore Willow Warbler - Kate Humble
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Ed Byrne's Tweet Takeover, Pt 2
15/04/2018 Duration: 08minComedian and avid hill-walker Ed Byrne returns this week with a 'ple-feather-a' of his favourite episodes, including a story about how time and ptarmigan, he's been startled by our feathered friends whilst out walking.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes; Chris Watson - Common Pheasant Tiffany Francis - Corncrake David Attenborough - Ptarmigan Kate Humble - Black Grouse Andy Radford - CurlewPhotograph: Rosalyn Gaunt
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Ed Byrne's Tweet Takeover, Pt 1
08/04/2018 Duration: 09minIn the first of a new series, comedian and avid hill-walker Ed Byrne has a rummage around in the Tweet archives to compile this collection of his favourite episodes and tells the story of a blue tit that scared the daylights out of his wife.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes; Alasdair Grubb – Blue Tit Bill Oddie – Cetti’s Warbler Miranda Krestovnikoff – Goldfinch Craig Hartley – Green Woodpecker Michaela Strachan – Long-Tailed TitPhotograph: Rosalyn Gaunt
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Week 45 - Brett Westwood
18/03/2018 Duration: 08minBrett Westwood introduces this week's collection of episodes, which features contributions from members of the British Trust for Ornithology.
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Week 44 - Chris Baines
11/03/2018 Duration: 09minNaturalist, environmentalist and wildlife gardener Chris Baines introduces his collection of Tweet episodes.
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Week 43 - Helen Moncrieff
04/03/2018 Duration: 08minRSPB Manager for Shetland Helen Moncrieff shares some of her wildlife encounters on the Scottish Islands.
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Week 42 - Becky Ripley
25/02/2018 Duration: 09minBecky Ripley, one half of the team behind the recent Blue Planet II podcast, introduces this week's collection of episodes from Joe Acheson, David Rothenberg and Michael Morpurgo.Photograph: Christine Sweet.
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Week 41 - Penny Anderson
18/02/2018 Duration: 09minEcologist and keen birdwatcher Penny Anderson shares some notable avian encounters, including the Red Grouse, Spotted Flycatcher, Heron, Mandarin Duck and Garden Warbler.Photograph: Derek Morgan
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Week 40 - Mike Toms
11/02/2018 Duration: 08minMike Toms and his colleagues from the British Trust for Ornithology present their bird-related tales and encounters.
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Week 39 - Tony Juniper
04/02/2018 Duration: 09minEnvironmentalist Tony Juniper presents this week's compilation of bird tales.