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by Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally
The Spark Bird Project is an ongoing community science initiative designed to gather, share, and study the stories of people's passion for birds. Research findings go directly back to community partners to inform their efforts towards inclusively sparking and sustaining birders. Learn more and share your story at www.spark-bird.org!
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- 6 days ago44 min
Staying Curious In Nature With Nicole Jackson
Nicole Jackson joined our hosts, Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally, on this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast. Nicole is an environmental educator, nature enthusiast, and birder! Throughout this episode she speaks on the constant effect nature has had on her from childhood all the way up into her adult years, reflecting on experiences of exploring little escapes in her environment to find peace and open up to the world around her. She is very involved in various programs throughout the community and those can be found below. Links and Resources from This Episode: 🐦Follow Nicole Jackson on Instagram @blkngrnbeauty. 🦆Visit the website for Black Birders Week to learn more about the program that supports Black STEM Professionals and inspires new audiences to engage in nature. 🌲Follow Black In National Parks Week to learn about Black experiences in all the national parks in the U.S. 📖Check out the article Nicole mentions called "What is Nature-Defecit Disorder?" by Richard Louv. Show Notes by Adam Kozman
- 2 weeks ago40 min
Sketching a Life in Nature with Joe Feliciano
In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally sit down with artist, nature journaler, and conservation volunteer Joe Feliciano. Joe shares the spark bird moments that shaped his love of birds, reflects on how art and nature have become deeply connected throughout his life, and discusses how volunteering helped him find community and purpose. Links & Resources from This Episode 🎨 Follow Joe Feliciano on Instagram @thehorsepuppy to explore his joyful wildlife illustration and behind-the-scenes sketches. 🐦 Learn about Chicago Bird Collision Monitors, a volunteer organization working to rescue and protect migratory birds and reduce bird-building collisions throughout Chicago. 🌿 Learn more information and visit The Urban Birding Festival in Chicago, an annual celebration of birds, community, and conservation. Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski
- Jun 19, 202634 min
Finding Birds Through Trees with Georgia Silvera Seamans
In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome Georgia Silvera Seamans, environmental educator, founder of Local Nature Lab, and host of the Your Bird Story podcast. Georgia reflects on the many spark bird moments throughout her life, from growing up in Jamaica, surrounded by birds without realizing their significance, to reconnecting with nature through trees, urban green spaces, and birding as an adult. Links & Resources from This Episode 🌿 Follow Local Nature Lab on Instagram at @localnaturelab to explore urban nature, neighborhood ecology, and community programming in New York City. 🐦 Follow Georgia Silvera Seamans and the Your Bird Story podcast on Instagram at @yourbirdstory for more conversations about birds and personal connections to nature. 🎧 Listen to Your Bird Story, Georgia's podcast, on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🌳 Visit the Local Nature Lab website to learn more about programs, tours, wildlife surveys, and ways to connect with nearby nature. 📚 Explore the book that inspired Georgia: The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America: Second Edition. ✨ Learn more about Georgia Silvera Seamans and her work through her website and blog. Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski
- Jun 5, 202640 min
Jeffrey Train and Our Tern: Building Community Through Birds
In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome Jeffrey Train, educator and co-founder of Our Tern in Hoboken, New Jersey. What began as curiosity quickly grew into a passion for birding, teaching, and community stewardship. Links & Resources from This Episode 🌿 Visit Our Tern to learn more about the community-driven effort to support nesting terns and urban ecology in Hoboken. 📸 Follow Jeffrey Train on Instagram @mrtrain_ 🐦 Follow Our Turn on Instagram @ourternhoboken 📚 Learn more about To See Every Bird on Earth: A Father, a Son, and a Lifelong Obsession by Dan Koeppel, one of Jeff's favorite birding books and a memoir discussed during the episode.
- May 22, 202639 min
Life Lists and Nemesis Birds with Joe Trezza
On this week's episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally sit down with journalist, birder, and author Joe Trezza. Joe shares the unforgettable turkey vulture spectacle that became his spark bird experience, reflects on surpassing 1,000 species on his life list, and discusses his upcoming book about the legendary world birder Peter Kaestner. Links & Resources from This Episode 📸 Follow Joe on Instagram for bird photos and updates about his upcoming book @byjoetrezza 📚 Joe's forthcoming book on world birding and legendary birder Peter Kaestner, The Big Life, releases May 4, 2027. Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski
- May 8, 202651 min
Bird and Moon with Rosemary Mosco
On this week's episode of The Spark Bird Podcast our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally welcome celebrated cartoonist, author, and naturalist Rosemary Mosco. Rosemary shares her lifelong connection to birds, from childhood backyard discoveries to building a career that blends science communication, humor and art. Links & Resources from This Episode 🐦 Sign up for Rosemary's "Fight Club" newsletter to follow her work: Fight Club newsletter 📚 Learn more about Rosemary's books, comics, and projects on her website: Rosemary Mosco's official website 🎨 Explore Bird and Moon comics and cartoons: Bird and Moon comics 📸 Follow Rosemary on Instagram for more nature, birds, and humor @rosemarymosco Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski
- Apr 24, 202643 min
Tom Ryan's Journey Into Ornithology
In this episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, our hosts Jenn Lodi-Smith and Janet McNally are joined by Tom Ryan, an ornithologist and former student of Janet's at Canisius High School. Tom shares his journey from a childhood love of ducks to a defining spark bird moment with a chestnut-sided warbler. He shares how birding has become a way to capture memories and moments in his life.
- Apr 10, 202636 min
Being Feather Friendly with Paul Groleau
On this week's episode of The Spark Bird Podcast, we welcome Paul Groleau, President of Feather Friendly Technologies Inc., a company dedicated to reducing bird-window collisions around the world. Paul shares his spark bird story of an unforgettable childhood moment when an owl flew directly toward him while cross-country skiing in Ontario. This episode is a reminder that small actions, especially during migration seasons, can have a major impact in protecting the birds we love. Links & Resources from This Episode 🌐 Learn more about Feather Friendly and their mission to reduce bird collisions Feather Friendly. 🎥 Watch their educational videos and see their products in action on the Feather Friendly YouTube Channel. 🐦 Check out Jenn's guest appearance on the first episode of Bird Banter. 🌙 Explore ways to help birds in your own community with Lights Out! Cats In! 📘 Stay updated with Feather Friendly on Facebook 📸 Follow along for updates on Instagram @featherfriendly 💼 Connect with Feather Friendly on LinkedIn Show Notes by Kayla Gajewski
About The Spark Bird Podcast
The Spark Bird Project is an ongoing community science initiative designed to gather, share, and study the stories of people's passion for birds. Research findings go directly back to community partners to inform their efforts towards inclusively sparking and sustaining birders. Learn more and share your story at www.spark-bird.org!
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