Tweet Of The Week

In his second edition of Tweet of the Week, peace and environmental activist Satish Kumar shares how he views birds and all of nature are part of the world that we are all part of. Satish's thoughts that we should aim to live with an elegant simplicity and within this we should embrace time, not as our enemy and making us stressed in the modern world, but as an assett. Take time to walk, as walking is the best way to be out in and enjoy everything nature has to offer. This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Ring Ouzel - presented by Bill Oddie Greater Hill Mynah - presented by Sir David Attenborough Goosander - presented by Kate Humble Merlin - presented by Chris Packham Common Tern - presented by Machaela Strachan

In his first edition of Tweet of the Week, peace and environmental activist Satish Kumar shares how he views birds are symbols of free spirits and a pure consciousness, how humans can never view themselves as being superior to nature, and why he believes nature is capable of imagination and memories.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Common Indian Cuckoo - presented by Chris Packham Grasshopper Warbler - presented by Kate Humble Pied Flycatcher - presented by Sir David Attenborough Kingfisher - presented by Steve Backshall Northern Cardinal - presented by Michael Palin CBE

Poet Gillian Clarke shares her encounter with a heron on the M4, her feelings on the next generation's disconnect from the natural world, and the enduring relationship between the Welsh language poets and the natural world.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;King Eider - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Guillemot - presented by David Attenborough Pink-footed Goose - presented by Kathy Hinde Garden Warbler - presented by Penny Anderson Robin - presented by David Rothenberg

Gillian Clarke, former National Poet of Wales, presents a selection of her favourite Tweet of the Day episodes, and talks of her fondness for kites, her tree planting initiative, and the unique relationship between the sounds of birdwatching and her poetry.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Fulmar - presented by Kate Humble Budgerigar - presented by Michael Palin CBE Common Gull - presented by Michaela Strachan Golden Plover - presented by Andy Clements Great Shearwater - presented by Brett Westwood

Geoff Sample hosts another omnibus edition of Tweet of the Week.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Sand Martin - presented by Bill Oddie Variable Pitohui - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Collared Dove - presented by Sam West Red-necked Nightjar - presented by Chris Packham Whimbrel - presented by Sir David Attenborough

Wildlife sound recordist Geoff Sample hosts this week's Tweet of the Week omnibus, where he reminisces on a love of Scotland, the bird he's currently fascinated with, and some interesting encounters he's had as a result of a life of sound recording.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Red Grouse - presented by Brett Westwood Blackcap - presented by Sir David Attenborough Manx Shearwater - presented by Gary Moore Great Spotted Woodpecker - presented by Chris Baines Sulphur crested Cockatoo - presented by Liz Bonnin

Dominic Couzens returns to share more stories from the natural world. In addition to previous Tweet of the Day episodes, we'll also hear why why he believes there's been such a rise in interest in natural history, the benefits such interests can bring, and the one bird-watching destination he still yearns to visit...This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Arabian Babbler - presented by Chris Packham Blackbird - presented by David Rothenberg Glossy Ibis - presented by Sir David Attenborough Lapwing - presented by Heather Bennett Bitten - presented by Kate Humble

Natural historian and bird guide Dominic Couzens is this week's guest curator, and shares his insight into the importance of actually looking and watching birds instead of ticking them off of a list, and why he feels that bird watching can be a hobby for everyone.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Stonechat - presented by Michaela Strachan Eider - presented by Samuel West Red-throated Diver - presented by Kate Humble Song Thrush - presented by Stephen Moss Woodlark - presented by Gary Moore

Actress Trudie Goodwin presents her final collection of archive Tweet of the Day episodes, where she recalls the joy of receiving her copy of the Collins Book of British Birds as a child, what essential bird-watching item she always take abroad and an entertaining event involving Bill Bailey and a barn owl...This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Melodious Warbler - presented by Brett Westwood Resplendent Quetzal - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Blue Bird of Paradise - presented by Sir David Attenborough Great Crested Grebe - presented by Stephen Moss Long-eared Owl - presented by John Aitchison

Actress Trudie Goodwin compiles her first edition of Tweet of the Week, and reminisces about Carib grackles in the Caribbean, Kestrels above Battersea Power Station, and some pointers about where the best place to bird watch is...This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Bar-tailed Godwit - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Firecrest - presented by Chris Watson Australian Magpie - presented by Sir David Attenborough Jackdaw - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Woodcock - presented by Kate Humble

Actress Kirsty Oswald shares stories and episodes from the Tweet archive, including her personal connection to the Antarctic.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Tree Sparrow - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Barn Owl - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Robin - presented by Brett Westwood Grey Heron - presented by Fyfe Dangerfield Snow Petrel - presented by Liz Bonnin

Actress Kirsty Oswald presents this omnibus edition of Tweet of the Day, where she comments on how bird watching mirrors an important ingredient of living; "the very nature of looking up invokes curiosity, questioning and wonderment". She also reflects on what she feels is the unjust demonisation of magpies, the development of her own personal language used when self-identifying birds, and how Canada Geese stir up memories of early morning alarm clocks.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Magpie - presented by Eleanor Matthews Black Swan - presented by Sir David Attenborough Kakapo - presented by Michael Palin CBE Canada Geese - presented by Gregory Overden Teal - presented by Chris Packham Long Tailed Tit - presented by Matt Waddington

Rachel Unthank, fellow bandmate and sister of Becky, has compiled this omnibus edition comprised of her favourite episodes from the archive.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Tree Sparrow - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Barn Owl - presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff Robin - presented by Brett Westwood Grey Heron - presented by Stephen Moss Snow Petrel - presented by John Aitchison

Becky Unthank, folk singer with the Unthanks, compiles her edition of Tweet of the Week. Here, she explores how musicians can take their inspiration from birds, and the personal attachments and stories she has to birds.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Curlew - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Dipper - presented by Sir David Attenborough Magpie - presented by Eleanor Matthews Peregrine Falcon - presented by Kit Jawitt aka Yolo Birder Woodpigeon - presented by Hugh Thomson

Monty Don returns with another collection of Tweet episodes fronted by Sir David Attenborough.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes; House Wren - presented by David Attenborough Christmas Shearwater - presented by David Attenborough New Zealand Robin - presented by David Attenborough Mistle Thrush (Song) - presented by David Attenborough Wandering Albatross - presented by David Attenborough

Gardener and broadcaster Monty Don is the Tweet curator for the next 2 weeks. Here he has compiled a collection of his favourite Tweet episodes, all presented by Sir David Attenborough. This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Tawny Owl (Winter) - presented by Sir David Attenborough Raven - presented by Sir David Attenborough Snow Bunting - presented by Sir David Attenborough Knot - presented by Sir David Attenborough Song Thrush (Winter) - presented by Sir David Attenborough

Singer, songwriter and nature reserve warden Brian Briggs returns to share more anecdotes from the Tweet archiveThis omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Capercaillie - presented by Kate Humble Long-tailed Duck - presented by Chris Packham Greylag - presented by Amy Liptrot Veery Thrush - presented by David Rothenberg Ringed Plover - presented by Jane Smith

Brian Briggs used to travel the country as a founding member of the band Stornoway, utilising the stops on the tour to sample the local wildlife. Now he's had a career change, leaving the music world behind and he is now is the reserve manager of the Wetlands and Wildlife Trust's Llanelli Wetland Centre in West Wales.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Mandarin Duck - presented by Penny Anderson Bluethroat - presented by Fyfe Dangerfield Sanderling - presented by David Attenborough Horned Screamer - presented by Michael Palin CBE Rook - presented by Bill Oddie

Carry Akroyd, illustrator of 2013's Tweet of the Day British Birds book, concludes her tenure as curator of Tweet of the Day with this collection of stories and anecdotes from the archive.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Stock Dove - presented by Kate Humble Pied Wagtail - presented by Martin Hughes-Games Chaffinch - presented by John Aitchison Kestrel - presented by Steve Backshall Green Woodpecker - presented by Kate Humble

Carry Akroyd continues her long-standing affiliation with Tweet of the Day by compiling this collection of episodes and anecdotes from the archive.This omnibus edition contains the following repeated episodes;Chough - presented by John Aitchison Redwing - presented by Chris Watson Northern Wheatear - presented by Helen Moncrieff Magpie - presented by David Attenborough Snipe - presented by Jane Smith