The Dawn Chorus with Will Young

The Dawn Chorus with Will Young

From Get Birding by Peanut & Crumb

May 13, 2026 · 32 min · Season 4 · Episode 9

About this episode

This episode explores the Dawn Chorus and features discussions on birdsong and its significance with guests including Will Young and Dr Mya-Rose Craig.

Join The Flock for exclusive content: https://getbird.ing/starling-payment-form/ In this episode, we’re tuning into one of nature’s greatest performances—the Dawn Chorus—and the remarkable reasons birds fill the early morning with song. Along the way, host Sean Bean is joined by singer and actor Will Young, who reflects on rediscovering his love of birds, and sound artist Alice Boyd on finding inspiration in listening closely to the natural world. Plus, Dr Mya-Rose Craig answers your birding questions, and Jenny Shelton from the Wildlife Trusts shares how changing landscapes are reshaping the soundscape of Britain—and what that means for the future of birdsong. Produced by Hana Walker-Brown. Executive Producer is Jane Gerber. This is a Get Birding Production.  Wildlife Trusts Dawn Chorus Events https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/dawn-chorus-day The podcast is made in collaboration with Forest Holidays , which encourages birdwatching as part of their guests’ stays, with nature sensitive cabins available in 13 incredible locations across the UK. Use the code GETBIRDING26 when booking, for £40 off a 3-night break or £60 off a 4 or 7 night break. The code expires on 30 June…

People in this episode

Host: Sean Bean

Guest: Will Young

Topics covered

  • Dawn Chorus
  • birdsong
  • nature sounds
  • birdwatching
  • environmental change

Keywords

  • Dawn Chorus
  • birds
  • nature
  • Will Young
  • sound artist
  • Wildlife Trusts
  • birdwatching

Sponsors

Forest Holidays

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wildlife Trusts, Get Birding

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