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Birding for Joy: It's Fall Bird Migration Time, Lights Out!07 Sep 202400:13:22

Part One: Yay, it's fall bird migration time! So, lights out, y'all. We also discuss Birdcast and the real-time migration map.


Birdcast Real-Time Migration Map

Lights Out Program

Birding for Joy: Live, Laugh, Bird with Angela Schumpert30 Aug 202400:30:47

This week’s episode is all about entertainment. I had the opportunity to interview Angela Schumpert, AKA The Berd Nird, perhaps one of the funniest content creators in the birding community over on Instagram. In just one year, Angela managed to organically gain over 48,000 followers by simply putting in the effort and being herself, a birder with a sense of humor. During the interview, Angela shared three tips for the beginning birder and suggestions for those interested in content creation. ***

The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Stay Cool & Beach Bird18 Jun 202400:06:02

Stay cool this summer and try beach birding! Observing shorebirds is the perfect family outing and can offer photographers and artists fantastic opportunities. Stay tuned for season 3 beginning on July 11, 2024.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Birding by Twilight14 Jun 202400:05:27

Twilight… what is it? When does it occur? And what birds are active during the twilight? Tune in to discover a very cool birding activity during the hot summer season. On the Almanac website, discover the precise twilight times in your area with your zip code. Have fun, stay cool, and try birding at twilight!

Find the Twilight Hours in Your Location

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Those Spicy Summer Hummers10 Jun 202400:04:54

In the 2nd installment of the Summer Birdin' series, we dive into the amazing world of hummingbirds. Learn cool hummingbird facts, about creating a hummingbird habitat, and about the joy birding with hummers can bring us.

How to Create a Hummingbird-friendly Yard

Feeding and Attracting Hummingbirds by Birds Canada

Feeding Hummingbirds by the International Hummingbird Society

All About Feeding Hummers with Nectar Recipe by the Cornell Lab All About Birds

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Befriend Your Resident Birds07 Jun 202400:10:37

Join the host of Birding for Joy, Candi Lynn Fite, to learn how and why we should befriend our resident birds. We discuss native plants for birds, shelter, and water needs. Part of the Summer Short & Tweet Series.

Audubon Native Plant Finder

Birds Canada Bird-Friendly Gardening

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Enjoy a Dose of Birding for Your Mental Well-being20 May 202400:12:27

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this episode is about how birding and wild birds can have a positive impact on our mental well-being.

Psychology Today

Journal of Environmental Psychology Study

Time Magazine Article about Benefits of Birdwatching

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Spring Bird Migration Brings Tweet Surprises09 May 202400:13:14

Ep: 29

Birder and host, Candi Lynn, shares a few spring migration surprises! Tune in to hear what lifer birds dropped in for a visit and who she caught being sweet on her Birdfy feeder camera.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Bird for Joy: A Solitary Birder Goes on a Group Bird Walk 26 Apr 202400:17:47

Ep: 28

When birding, do you prefer to fly solo or attend group bird walks? Tune in to hear about the experience of Bird for Joy's host, a solitary birder, when she attends her first organized bird walk.

American Birding Association's Code of Birding Ethics

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Bird for Joy: It's My Birding Birthday!12 Apr 202400:12:55

Happy birding birthday to me! April marks one full year of birding experiences. Tune in to hear about my spark bird and a few thoughts about becoming a birder over the past year.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Bird for Joy: Unsung Heroines of Ornithology29 Mar 202400:12:54

Bird for Joy honors (a few) unsung heroines of Ornithology to celebrate Women's History Month.

Birds Through an Opera-glass by Florence Merriam Bailey

The Friendship of Nature by Mabel Osgood Wright

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Bird for Joy: March Migration Madness22 Mar 202400:13:26

We discuss spring bird migration in this episode of the Bird for Joy podcast. Also a reading about observing birds from Birds Through an Opera-Glass by Florence A. Merriam.

The book mentioned: Birds Through an Opera-Glass

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Birding for Joy: A Pocket Park of Hope23 Aug 202400:12:05

In an ever-changing landscape with habitat loss threatening birds and other wildlife, hope resides in a small nature park in the small town of Brenham, Texas. If you'd like to watch the video companion for this episode, please visit Birding for Joy's YouTube channel.

Crossover Nature Trail: A Pocket Park of Hope

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Live Owl Cam, YouTube Birding, and Virtual Bird Courses... Oh My!07 Mar 202400:11:25

In this final winter birding episode we soar into the world of virtual birding, live bird cams, YouTube birding, and virtual birding courses. Here's a list of links as promised:

WBU Live Owl Cam

YouTube:

Warbler Ridge Birds

Lesley the Bird Nerd

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Instagram:

Stella Miller's Virtual Bird Courses

Alison Konler birding_by_ear

Podcasts:

Will's Birdbrain

The Casual Birder

Mindful Birding Network

Nature Centered by WBU

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Unique Birding to Beat the Winter Blues23 Feb 202400:12:42

Tune in to hear a few unconventional techniques for winter birding! As promised, here are the links I mentioned in the episode:

Darcy Miller's Birdy Printables

Birdiful Puzzles at Puzzle Warehouse

25 Birdy Craft Ideas from the Crafty Blog Stalker

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Winter Birding: A Berry Special Sighting12 Feb 202400:10:19

Tune in to hear about another bird species that will bring a smile to your face during the winter birding season! Also, find out what happens when the host sets an intention for a bird outing. Does she spot the bird in mind?

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Birding Helps Beat the Winter Blues05 Feb 202400:10:22

Did you know birding can boost your mood and help chase away those seasonal winter blues? Tune in to hear more, listen to our host, Candi's best Eeyore impression, and find out what migrating species is entertaining and delighting Candi this week! Hint: "Oh, my finch! They're eating me out of house and home!"

Birds and Blooms article about the Winter Finch Forecast

Full Finch Forecast Report

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Embracing Change with Birding AI & Technology27 Jan 202400:09:54

Welcome to season 2! Tune in and hear about the two AI techy tools I'm using to enrich my birding experiences!

The Merlin ID App

The Birdfy Smart Feeder

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

How Birding Makes Your Holidays Tweet!21 Dec 202300:12:38

In this episode, we unwrap the rejuvenating benefits of birding and nature walks and how by incorporating them into our busy holiday schedules we can bring a sense of calm, peace, and joy to the season. (Season 1 finale!)

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Gratitude for My Feathered Friends28 Nov 202300:09:04

In this episode, I give thanks to the birds and all the joy, inspiration, hope, and peace they've brought into my life, including the birding community, and all the listeners of the Bird for Joy podcast.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Whoo Says Barred Owls are the Bad Guys?17 Nov 202300:12:36

Whoo is waging war on the barred owl? You might be shocked to learn the answer. In this episode, the host of Bird for Joy digs deep into the controversial experimental culling of the barred owl in the Pacific Northwest.

USFWS New Draft for Barred Owl Management (Comments open until Jan. 16, 2024)

Articles:

The Dark Side of Science

Saving Endangered Spotted Owls Means Killing Some Barred Owls

Owl vs. Owl

Federal Appeals Court Allows FWS to Kill Thousands of Barred Owls

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Give a Hoot for the Barred Owl07 Nov 202300:11:08

Barred owls are not the big, bad birds some people are making them out to be. Bird for Joy's host, Candilynn, speaks up on the barred owl's behalf and shares her experience with a young barred owl this past summer.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Roadside Birding & It Doesn't Have to Go Social to be Special27 Oct 202300:08:06

Tips for birdwatching from the roadside and keeping the experience safe, rare, unique, and just for yourself.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Birding for Joy: Sometimes Birding Brings a Mixed Bag of Emotions16 Aug 202400:08:40

Joy is an emotion we discuss often here on the Birding for Joy podcast. But what other emotions might one experience? Especially when dealing with things beyond our control. A quick fall migration note. Plus, Joy is a Bird, a poetic ramble.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Bird Behavior During the Annular Solar Eclipse16 Oct 202300:07:14

Tune in to hear what interesting bird behavior I observed during the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Expect the Unexpected & Birding Detour at Home Depot27 Sep 202300:13:26

The host of the show shares how birding taught her how to expect the unexpected, and how sometimes, it turns out to be a very good thing. Plus tune in to hear about a birding detour at Home Depot. Proof that you really can birdwatch anywhere!

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Summer Birding Ends with 3 Superstar Species16 Sep 202300:12:28

Tune in to find out which three bird species were this summer's superstars! The host also chats about how the birds helped her hold out for hope and how "hope" really is the thing with feathers.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Lights Out: Migration Thoughts and all About That Yellow-billed Cuckoo09 Sep 202300:18:39

Let's chat about fall migration and learn together! What is Lights Out? How can you help? Is that a frog croaking? No, it's a bird... tune in to hear all about that Yellow-billed Cuckoo.


Mesmerizing Migration Animated Map


The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Uh oh... Someone Has the Birding Blues26 Aug 202300:08:32

During these dog days of summer, with this unbearable heat, who else has the birding blues? Waiting for cooler days and those migrating birds!

Any ideas for the podcast? Let me know.

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Email: candice.fite@gmail.com

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Birding by Plane, Train, & Automobile + Host Defends Most Unliked Birds12 Aug 202300:18:00

Birding can be done anywhere. Literally! Tune in to hear host, Candi, stand up for the House Sparrow, European Starling, and Pigeon. She may or may not get up on her birdhouse.

-D.C.'s Union Station Snowy Owl

-What does it feel like to pet an owl?

-How to prepare for a 10-day vacation away from birdfeeders and birdbaths.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite



Research Project "Joy Watching," All About That Chickadee, & Birding with Bubs21 Jul 202300:14:48

Tune in to learn about a fascinating research project on the joy of birdwatching. This week's All About That Bird segment shines the spotlight on the chickadee. And birding with Bubs, my grandson.

Visual Graphic of Species Joy

Black-capped & Carolina Chickadee Range map

Long-tailed Tit YouTube video

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


New Segment "All About That Bird" & Chauncey the Barred Owl Update15 Jul 202300:16:00

This episode kicks off the "All About That Bird" series. First, birdie in the spotlight, that Northern Cardinal. In the second half of the episode, I give an update on Chauncey the Barred Owlet.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite




Birding as an "Older" Person + NY Times Summer Bird Project07 Jul 202300:13:59

Tune in to hear my answer when someone (much younger than me) asked me why "older people" start birdwatching. The NYT Summer Bird Project:

New York Times Summer Bird Project

The book I mention in this episode:

Field Notes from An Unintentional Birder by Julia Zarankin

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite



Birding for Joy & the Unplanned Birding Adventure30 Jun 202300:15:05

Welcome to Bird for Joy where we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

It's the 1st (official) episode! Tune in to discover how my first birding for joy adventure turned out.

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Birding for Joy: To the Only Bird I've Loved Before10 Aug 202400:10:34

In this episode, I share my spark bird story submission for the Spark Bird Project. Some takeaway points:

  • Spark Bird Project
  • Habitat loss and recovery
  • Conservation

The Spark Bird Project

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Big Joy in Little Things: A Pre-launch Minisode23 Jun 202300:08:44

Like observing a bird building its nest, sometimes, it's the little things in life that can bring us the most joy!


Time Magazine's article mentioned in this episode: Birdwatching Has Big Mental-Health Benefits. Here's How to Start


Welcome to Bird for Joy, a new show about discovering all the different ways birdwatching can bring joy into our lives, told from the perspective of a "newbie" birder. Here at Bird for Joy, we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

The official launch is June 30, 2023! We will post four pre-launch minisodes before the big day:

  1. Friday 6-2-22 Birdjoy
  2. Friday 6-9-23 Spark Bird
  3. Friday 6-16-23 Nemesis Bird w/a Surprise Ending
  4. Friday 6-23-23 Big Joy in Little Things

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Nemesis Bird with a Surprise Ending: A Pre-launch Mini-sode16 Jun 202300:10:46

Tune in to learn what species is my current nemesis bird and why. Make sure to listen until the end because you don't want to miss out on what I discovered while out searching for my nemesis bird! Was it the bird I'd been trying to spot or something else entirely?


Welcome to Bird for Joy, a new show about discovering all the different ways birdwatching can bring joy into our lives, told from the perspective of a "newbie" birder. Here at Bird for Joy, we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

The official launch is June 30, 2023! We will post four pre-launch minisodes before the big day:

  1. Friday 6-2-22 Birdjoy
  2. Friday 6-9-23 Spark Bird
  3. Friday 6-16-23 Nemesis Bird w/a Surprise Ending
  4. Friday 6-23-23 Discover Joy in the Birdy Simple Things

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite


Spark Bird: A Pre-launch Mini-sode09 Jun 202300:10:17

Spark Birds... what are they? Tune in and find out!


Welcome to Bird for Joy, a new show about discovering all the different ways birdwatching can bring joy into our lives, told from the perspective of a "newbie" birder. Here at Bird for Joy, we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

The official launch is June 30, 2023! We will post four pre-launch minisodes before the big day:

  1. Friday 6-2-22 Birdjoy
  2. Friday 6-9-23 Spark Bird
  3. Friday 6-16-23 Nemesis Bird w/a Surprise Ending
  4. Friday 6-23-23 Discover Joy in the Birdy Simple Things

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Birdjoy: A Pre-launch Mini-sode05 Jun 202300:07:12

Birdjoy: What is it? Where can you find it? And how can you add some to your life?

Welcome to Bird for Joy, a new show about discovering all the different ways birdwatching can bring joy into our lives, told from the perspective of a "newbie" birder. Here at Bird for Joy, we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

The official launch is June 30, 2023! We will post four pre-launch minisodes before the big day:

  1. Friday 6-2-22 Birdjoy
  2. Friday 6-9-23 Spark Bird
  3. Friday 6-16-23 Nemesis Bird w/a Surprise Ending
  4. Friday 6-23-23 Discover Joy in the Birdy Simple Things

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Bird for Joy Trailer05 Jun 202300:04:37

Welcome to Bird for Joy, a new show about discovering all the different ways birdwatching can bring joy into our lives, told from the perspective of a "newbie" birder. Here at Bird for Joy, we focus on listening and watching the birds around us, being curious, and learning what the birds have to teach us, about joy, life, and ourselves.

The official launch is June 30, 2023! We will post four pre-launch minisodes before the big day.

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Bird for Joy is recorded and produced by Candilynn Fite

"Plucking Happy" music composed by Jonathan Boyle, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

"Bird for Joy's Sake spoken lyrics written and read by Candilynn Fite

Podcast artwork created by Candilynn Fite

Birding for Joy: This Garden is for the Birds03 Aug 202400:17:23

Today’s episode is part two of creating a biodiverse, bird-friendly habitat. In an ever-changing world, climate change, and habitat loss, the birds need our help. We discuss:

  • Four components that are needed to keep birds happy and healthy
  • Sustainability in the landscape or wildscape
  • Online tools to help us create bird-friendly habitats

Below are books and sources of information and inspiration:

Audubon Native Plant Database

National Wildlife Federation Plant Finder

Let Your Garden Grow Wild TED Talk by Rebecca McMackin

Homegrown National Park

Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy

Bringing Nature Home by Doug Tallamy

We Are the Ark by Mary Reynalds

The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl

Birding to Change the World by Trish O’Kane

Braiding Sweetgrass

One Garden Against the World by Kate Bradbury ***

The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: We Can Do Hard Things for the Birds26 Jul 202400:16:28

A deep dive into climate anxiety and discuss ways to combat it so we can better equip ourselves to help the wild birds and nature.

Climate Cafes

American Bird Conservancy

TED Talk about How Climate Change Affects Mental Health

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Interview with Pamela Lowell, Author of My Summer With Ospreys18 Jul 202400:41:05

In today's episode of Birding for Joy, we chat with therapist and author, Pamela Lowell, about her latest book My Summer with Ospreys. We take a deep dive into conservation, nature, and what it means to become stewards of Mother Earth.

Pamela Lowell's Website

My Summer With Ospreys

Climate Psychology Alliance (Climate Cafes)

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Discover 10 Ways Birding Can Bring You Joy12 Jul 202400:10:36

In the first episode of season 3, we revisit the main theme of Birding for Joy. We discuss ten ways birding can bring joy into our lives.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy Season 3 Trailer06 Jul 202400:03:33

A brand new season of Birding for Joy begins July 11! Season three will be slightly different from the past two seasons and will include guest interviews about various bird-related topics.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Tips for Wise and Ethical Owling10 Dec 202400:24:24

Owls are fascinating creatures, but they're elusive and difficult to spot, even for the most seasoned birder. This episode offers a few tips about finding owls out in the wild and ways we can be ethical and responsible birders when owling.

Is Flash Photography Safe for Owls?

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Owl calls: Merlin Bird ID

The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: Native American Heritage Month & Gratitude for Our Feathered Friends26 Nov 202400:07:31

This week, as you gather with family and friends for thanks and giving, remember that November is National Native American Heritage Month. Gratitude and appreciation for feathered friends.

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Birding for Joy: What to Do When You Find an Injured, Sick, or Orphaned Bird18 Nov 202400:21:24

What do you do if you encounter an injured, sick, or orphaned bird? When do you call a wildlife rehabilitation center? Find out in today's episode!

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Texas Parks and Wildlife

Audubon New York

The Raptor Trust

BBC Article about Vultures Disappearing In India

FLAP Canada

American Bird Conservancy

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The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

Election Day Anxiety? Birding Helps.04 Nov 202400:06:27

It's no surprise that Election Day can cause stress and anxiety. But being out in nature and birding can help alleviate both. The hose also addresses and offers suggestions for those who are undecided and / or not planning on voting. Your vote matters! And ask yourself, who would the birds vote for?

Birding for Joy: 5 True Horrors of Hitchcock's The Birds26 Oct 202400:14:19

In this Spooky Season episode on Birding for Joy, we take a deep dive into 5 real-life horrors surrounding Alfred Hitchcock's movie The Birds. This Halloween special episode feels slightly like true crime and not my usual joyful vibe.

Horrific True Story Behind the Making of The Birds Article

Hello Magazine Article Interview with Rod Taylor

Tippi Hedren in Conversation about Alfred Hitchcock

Popular Science Article about the real story behind The Birds

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This episode contains a music clip courtesy of YouTube Audio Library:

Music: Sinister by Anno Domini Beats

The Bird for Joy podcast is recorded and produced by Candi Lynn Fite

"Hope Hop" music composed by Ever Bliss Music, permission with commercial license via Premium Beat

Podcast artwork created by Candi Lynn Fite

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