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The Science of Birds Podcast Transcripts

Ivan Phillipsen · 155 episodes with transcripts

The Science of Birds is a lighthearted exploration of bird biology. It's a fun resource for any birder or naturalist who wants to learn more about ornithology. Impress your birding friends at cocktail parties with all of your new bird knowledge!

Spoken has transcripts of 155 The Science of Birds episodes, with the speakers named. The newest listed here is from October 1, 2026.

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Random Bird Thursday: A Judgemental Songbird with a Long Tail

October 1, 2026

SPEAKER_1 (0:07)

Hello and welcome, this is The Science of Birds.

Ivan Phillipsen (0:16)

I am your host, Ivan Phillipsen. The Science of Birds podcast is a lighthearted exploration of bird biology for lifelong learners.

It's the best day of the week, and that is Random Bird Thursday.

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