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TBL Podcast - Cameron Blair. Honeyguides, Cisticolas and a Curious Mind. Part 1
May 5, 2026
Unknown duration
TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 10 - The Warbler Masterclass with Etienne Marais
Mar 23, 2026
59m 13s
TBL Youth Podcast - Season 10 Episode 3 - Erin King and Paige Tavendale: Stuck in Savuti
Mar 20, 2026
31m 28s
TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 9 - Saving the Secretarybird: A Conversation with Cassie Carstens Pt 2
Mar 17, 2026
44m 25s
TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 8 - Saving the Secretarybird: A Conversation with Cassie Carstens Pt 1
Mar 9, 2026
50m 53s
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| 5/5/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Cameron Blair. Honeyguides, Cisticolas and a Curious Mind. Part 1 | A few months ago, on an atlas bash in the Free State, I met Cameron Blair. After some great evening conversations about birding, and especially his love for cisticolas, I knew I had to get him onto the podcast.We sat down last week to record what was meant to be one episode, but it quickly turned into two. So this is the start of a special two-part conversation with a fascinating ornithological student. We unpack how a project he started at just 12 years old, along with where he grew up, shaped his journey into birding.He shares his passion for honeyguides and cisticolas, along with plenty of other great insights. There is also a lot of practical advice here, especially if you want to get better at identifying cisticolas.There were a few recording challenges on Cameron’s side, which you may hear in parts of the audio, but don’t let that distract you.This is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 10 - The Warbler Masterclass with Etienne Marais✨ | warblersbirding+3 | Etienne Marais | The Birding Life Podcast Network | Zaagkuilsdrift Bird Sanctuary and Lodge | warblersbirding+3 | — | 59m 13s | |
| 3/20/26 | ![]() TBL Youth Podcast - Season 10 Episode 3 - Erin King and Paige Tavendale: Stuck in Savuti✨ | birdingtravel+4 | Erin KingPaige Tavendale | The Birding Life Podcast NetworkTony ZA+1 | BotswanaZambia | birdingBotswana+5 | — | 31m 28s | |
| 3/17/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 9 - Saving the Secretarybird: A Conversation with Cassie Carstens Pt 2✨ | bird conservationSecretarybird+3 | Cassie Carstens | BirdLife South Africa | Summerveld Country Lodge | Secretarybirdbird conservation+5 | — | 44m 25s | |
| 3/9/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 8 - Saving the Secretarybird: A Conversation with Cassie Carstens Pt 1✨ | conservationSecretarybird+3 | Cassie Carstens | BirdLife South Africa | Summerveld Country LodgeOuter West Durban+1 | Secretarybirdconservation+3 | — | 50m 53s | |
| 3/6/26 | ![]() YWP Podcast Season 5 Episode 3 - From Data to Decisions: Conservation, People & the Road Ahead with Brent Coverdale (Part 2)✨ | conservationthreatened species+5 | Brent Coverdale | The Birding Life Podcast NetworkTony ZA+1 | https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storehttps://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza | conservationthreatened species+5 | — | 36m 16s | |
| 3/2/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 7 - A Big Year and the Making of a Birder✨ | birdingpersonal growth+5 | Anton Schultz | The Birding Life Podcast NetworkBirding Ecotours+1 | Kruger | birdingBig Year+6 | — | 55m 31s | |
| 3/1/26 | ![]() TBL Youth Podcast - Season 10 Episode 2 - The University of Edinburgh Ornithological Society: Part 2✨ | ornithologyyouth engagement+3 | — | University of Edinburgh Ornithological Society | — | birdingornithology+3 | — | 24m 36s | |
| 2/23/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 6 - Southern African Rare Bird Round Up 2025✨ | rare birdsbirding+3 | Trevor Hardaker | Southern African Rare Bird NewsThe Birding Life | Southern Africa | rare birdsSouthern Africa+3 | — | 55m 33s | |
| 2/20/26 | ![]() YWP Podcast Season 5 Episode 2 - Brent Coverdale: Protecting Species on the Brink (Part 1)✨ | conservationwildlife protection+3 | Brent Coverdale | BirdLife South AfricaYWP Podcast Season 5 Episode 2 | Blue Swallowsvultures+3 | conservationBlue Swallows+5 | — | 49m 28s | |
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| 2/16/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 5 - Ntsikeni Nature Reserve: Where Conservation Meets Community✨ | conservationcommunity+3 | Dalu NgcoboNandi Thobela+1 | BirdLife South Africa | Ntsikeni Nature ReserveKwaZulu Natal+2 | Ntsikeni Nature Reserveconservation+3 | — | 1h 03m 11s | |
| 2/9/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 4 - Level Up Your Birding with Faansie Peacock Pt 2 | In this episode, we bring you the second half of our two-part conversation with Faansie Peacock.In this episode, we dig even deeper into the topics that matter — from the ethics of birding, how we engage with rare birds, the role of technology in modern birding, and the importance of building community. Faansie also shares how becoming a dad has shaped his perspective on birds and life, and why curiosity, humility, and joy should always be part of the journey.This episode is proudly associated with Firefinch App. Firefinch is more than just an app. It's a celebration of Southern Africa's birds, birders and wild places. We're always adding stuff, and all updates are free. Check out our new Whistlr bird call game, sound recordings of Fynbos Buttonquail and Herero Chat, and plates for Sabine's Spinetail and Upland Sandpiper! Plus 240 Dawn Chorus articles and podcasts. Firefinch – Facts, fun, feathers.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Firefinch App https://www.firefinchapp.com/ | — | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | ![]() YWP Podcast Season 5 Episode 1 - When the Wild Pushes Back: Returning to a Wounded Kruger | As a new season of the YWP Podcast begins, Gabby returns to the Kruger National Park under very different circumstances.Recent floods have left parts of Kruger damaged, roads washed away, and access limited and this is a powerful reminder that even places we see as timeless are shaped by nature’s force. In this opening episode, Gabby reflects on what it means to move through wild spaces on nature’s terms, drawing from a chaotic teenage camping trip to Pafuri and contrasting it with the reality of returning to a park in recovery.This episode explores resilience, uncertainty, and the uncomfortable questions around conservation, access, privilege, and patience. It asks what it really means to love a place when it is wounded and whether we, as visitors, are willing to slow down and listen.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show: | — | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 3 - Level Up Your Birding with Faansie Peacock Pt 1 | In this episode, we begin a special two-part conversation with Faansie Peacock — one of Southern Africa’s most passionate and prolific birders, authors, artists, and educators. Faansie has played a massive role in shaping how we see and understand birds in this region, from field guides to bird calls to digital tools.In this first part, we explore Faansie’s early birding journey, how his relationship with listing has changed over time, and how deepening your connection with birds can transform the way you bird. We also get into the importance of sound recording, what it means to truly know a species, and how fieldcraft and storytelling go hand in hand.This episode is proudly associated with Firefinch App. Firefinch is more than just an app. It's a celebration of Southern Africa's birds, birders and wild places. We're always adding stuff, and all updates are free. Check out our new Whistlr bird call game, sound recordings of Fynbos Buttonquail and Herero Chat, and plates for Sabine's Spinetail and Upland Sandpiper! Plus 240 Dawn Chorus articles and podcasts. Firefinch – Facts, fun, feathers.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Firefinch App https://www.firefinchapp.com/ | — | ||||||
| 1/31/26 | ![]() TBL Youth Podcast - Season 10 Episode 1 - The University of Edinburgh Ornithological Society: Part 1 | In today's episode, Josh has a chat to the the University of Edinburgh Ornithological Society's committee members Annie, Luke and Rory. They enchant him with tales of birding in Scotland and university life in Edinburgh! Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show: | — | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 2 - Exploring Kenya’s Wild Side: Josua Wenzel’s Birding Diary | In this episode, I’m joined by Josua Wenzel — a talented young birder and artist — as he takes us on a deep dive into his two-month birding and conservation trip across Kenya.From the cloud forests of the Taita Hills to the coastal habitats of Malindi and the savannas of Tsavo, Josua shares the story behind the species, the challenges of traveling on a student budget, and the people and places that left the biggest mark on him. We also talk about his volunteer work with A Rocha Kenya, the importance of community-led conservation, and why the African Birding Hub could play a vital role in protecting Kenya’s unique biodiversity.This episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and practical tips for anyone who’s ever dreamt of birding beyond their borders. Whether you’re into sound recording, local guiding, rare endemics, or travel with purpose, you’ll find something in this conversation to take with you.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Josua's Website - josuawenzel.co.za | — | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | ![]() TBL Podcast - Season 13 Episode 1 - The Big Year of African Sounds: A Conservation Movement in the Making | In this episode, we explore one of the most exciting and impactful initiatives in African birding for 2026: The Big Year of African Sounds.Joining me are two key voices behind the project – Ian Davies from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and John Kinghorn, BirdLife South Africa’s Avitourism Manager. Together, we dig into the heart of this ambitious collaboration that aims to capture the continent’s birdlife through sound.We’ll talk about how this project helps conservation, how it supports guides and local communities, and why even your basic phone recording can make a difference. We'll also share some practical advice on how you can get involved, and how recording bird sounds can transform your own birding journey.This episode is more than a conversation about apps and recordings – it’s about community, purpose, and building something together that could impact African birding for years to come.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Big Year of African Sounds https://www.africansounds.org/eBird https://ebird.org/ | — | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | ![]() TBL Youth Podcast - Season 9 Bonus Episode - What to Buy a Birder for Christmas? | Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show: | — | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() YWP Podcast - Season 4 Bonus Episode: Closing the Year with Reflection & Gratitude | In this festive bonus episode, Gabby reflects on an unforgettable 2025 - the growth, the lessons, the support, and the moments that made the year meaningful. She talks about YWP, the podcast, her two unexpected awards, and the family traditions that matters more than gifts.A warm thank-you message to everyone who listened, supported, and shared this journey. Wishing you a safe, joyful festive season.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show: | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | ![]() TBL Podcast Season 12 Bonus Epsiode - A very birdy Christmas | Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza | — | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | ![]() TBL Youth Podcast - Season 9 Episode 4 - New Milestones: Decklan Jordaan Part 2 | In today's episode, Decklan tells us about reaching the birding milestone of 750 species in Southern Africa !Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show: | — | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | ![]() YWP Podcast Season 4 Episode 5 - From Panic to Respect - Marik’s Life with Snakes | Snakes. Fear. Fascination. And one man determined to change the way South Africa sees them.In this episode, Gabby sits down with Marik Orrin, better known online as Wild Marik, a snake rescuer, educator, storyteller and myth-buster whose days are filled with cobras in kitchens, puff adders on pathways, and the huge task of replacing fear with understanding.From heart-stopping rescues to the 2200-kilometre journey he took just to see one dream species, Marik opens up about the world of reptiles, the ethical line that content creators must walk, and the responsibility that comes with holding one of nature’s most misunderstood animals.This episode is equal parts wild adventure and grounded conservation wisdom. If you’ve ever been afraid of snakes, curious about them, or simply fascinated by people who dedicate their lives to the creatures others run from, this conversation will stay with you.Welcome to a world where fear becomes fascination and where every rescue is a story worth telling.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza | — | ||||||
| 11/18/25 | ![]() TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 10 - John Kinghorn on Avitourism, Conservation, and Legacy | In this final episode of the season, I’m joined by someone who’s become a regular voice on the show — and honestly, he could probably be considered a co-host at this point. John Kinghorn, the Avitourism Project Manager at BirdLife South Africa, returns for what is possibly his most important episode yet.Over the last five years, we’ve followed John’s journey — from full-time bird guide, to law student, and now into his dream role at BirdLife South Africa. This conversation is a powerful, honest look at his personal growth, the role of avitourism in conservation, and the deep responsibility that comes with being a voice for birding in South Africa.We talk about the massive economic value of birding tourism, how it supports conservation work on the ground, and why sustainable tourism isn’t just a buzzword — it’s essential for protecting the birds and habitats we love. John also shares about the accredited birding guides project and how it’s creating real change in communities across the country.It’s passionate. It’s personal. It’s packed with important insights for anyone who loves birding and wants to see it thrive.So whether you’re new to the podcast or have been with us since the start, thank you for being part of the journey this season. Let’s wrap it up with a conversation that ties everything together — conservation, community, tourism, and heart — with one of birding’s most committed voices, John Kinghorn.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Donate to the Training of BirdLife South Africa’s Accredited (Community) Birding Guides here: https://www.birdlife.org.za/support-us/donate/Read more about BirdLife South Africa’s crucial conservation work: https://www.birdlife.org.za/Interested in qualifying as a professional bird guide? BirdLife South Africa endorses and adheres to the professional standards set by the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), and you can read more about these here: https://www.fgasa.co.za/Contact BirdLife South Africa’s Avitourism Project Manager, John Kinghorn, using the following: john.kinghorn@birdlife.org,za | — | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | ![]() TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 9 - Birding Big Day 2025 - Tips, tricks and ticks | The highlight for many birders every year is BirdLife South Africa's Birding Big Day. On Saturday the 6th of December, birders will be racing across different parts of the country, trying to see as many species as possible in just 24 hours. It’s a day that’s not only packed with fun and excitement, but also contributes meaningfully to the vital conservation work done by BirdLife South Africa.In this episode, we dive into what Birding Big Day is all about and how you can take part. More importantly, you’ll get practical tips and advice on how to maximise your bird count—straight from some of the country’s top-performing teams. From planning routes to managing team dynamics and identifying key habitats, we cover everything you need to smash this year’s Birding Big Day!First up, I chat with Dr David Ehlers Smith, the Science and Spatial Planning Project Manager from BirdLife South Africa. Then I’m joined by two of South Africa’s top birders, Jody de Bryn and Duncan McKenzie, who generously share their insights and experience.RETURN Africa invites birders to join them for Birding Big Day on 6 December 2025, or to book a stay during the wet season when Pafuri’s migrants expand the birding list to over 450 species. Rare and special birds can be found in Pafuri’s spectacular riverine and fever tree forests, flood pans, river systems, and in the mopane and sandveld habitats that make this region the most diverse and bird-rich corner of the Kruger National Park. RETURN Africa partners with community-led conservation to deliver measurable local benefits. Spaces are limited—visit returnafrica.com and experience Pafuri’s birding brilliance.Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialzaLinks from show:Birding Big Day information https://www.birdlife.org.za/support-us/events/birding-big-day-2025/ | — | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | ![]() YWP Podcast - Season 4, Episode 4: Bitten, Brave, and Bush-Born — Kennedy Vorster’s Wild Story | In this episode of the YWP Podcast, Gabby chats with Kennedy Vorster, a young conservation storyteller raised in the heart of the wild. From growing up on Phinda Private Game Reserve to surviving a Mozambique spitting cobra bite, Kennedy shares her unforgettable childhood memories, close encounters, and thoughts on what it means to live a life rooted in nature. They talk conservation, content creation, and how youth without bush access can still get involved. Honest, heartfelt, and filled with adventure, this one’s not to be missed!Visit our online store to get your birding related merchandise at great prices https://www.thebirdinglife.com/online-storeIntro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza | — | ||||||
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