Black Bird Joy: Conversations in Nature
Welcome to Black Bird Joy: Conversations in Nature.
Hosted by Mason, a young birder, explorer, and nature enthusiast, this podcast celebrates the wonder of birds and the people who help us better understand the natural world. Through conversations with birders, scientists, photographers, conservationists, educators, and fellow young nature lovers, Mason asks thoughtful questions, shares what he's learning, and invites listeners to explore alongside him.
Whether you're a lifelong birder, a curious beginner, or simply someone who enjoys spending time outdoors, you'll find stories, discoveries, and inspiration in every episode. From backyard birds to international birding adventures, Black Bird Joy is a place where curiosity grows, connections are made, and nature is celebrated.
Birds. Nature. Community. Joy.
Episodes
4 episodes
Birding Around the World with Birding Bob: Adventures in Ecuador & Beyond
Mason continues his conversation with Dr. Robert "Birding Bob" DeCandido; this time, they're going global! Dr. Bob shares stories and lessons from birding around the world, including Ecuador, where an incredible diversity of birds can sometimes...
Meet Birding Bob: A Life of Birds, Birding & Discovery
Mason sits down with Dr. Robert “Birding Bob” DeCandido, a lifelong birder and scientist who has spent decades studying birds and helping others discover them. Mason first met Dr. Bob on one of his bird walks in Central Park. In Part 1 of their...
Dr. Maren Vitousek: The Secret Lives of Tree Swallows | Black Bird Joy
Did you know that birds can have personalities? Or that scientists have been studying some birds for decades?In this first full episode of Black Bird Joy, Mason sits down with Dr. Maren Vitousek, an ornithologist and resear...