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Will's BirdbrainWill's Birdbrain AbroadThere are approximately 50 billion birds in the world. There are approximately 8.2 billion humans on earth. That is about 6 birds for every person. With that kind of ratio it isn’t hard to see how there are a lot of different birds that are common birds for people around the world. The Will’s Birdbrain Podcast is dedicated to uplifting the amazing lives of average every day birds, such as the navigationally gifted rock dove, or the wickedly clever American crow. But there is something Will didn’t quite consider when creating this show - these are common birds to him. O...2025-04-131h 11
Will's BirdbrainFlock Talk: America's Wildlife RefugesHave you ever been to a National Wildlife Refuge? Do you know the difference between a National Wildlife Refuge and a National Park? If not, this is the episode for you! Will is joined by Gaby from America's Wildlife Refuges, a nonprofit charged with advocating for and maintaining America's National Wildlife Refuge system. This is no small task - there are over 500 refuges in the country! Together they will share stories about visits to National Wildlife Refuges and try and teach you all about why you should care about these awesome places. This episode also corresponds nicely w...2025-03-1633 min
It’s So EarlyIt’s So Early! ~HealthAndFitness Valentine’s DayIt’s So Early! ~HealthAndFitness Valentine’s DayWill Schoellkopf is author of Bitcoin Girl Save the World, AND The Bitcoin Dog: Following The Scent To The Bitcoin C++ Source Code, and host of the Bitcoin podcast It’s So Early! Will publishes a weekly newsletter featuring his favorite Bitcoin Tweets of the week! He is anthologized in 21 Futures: Tales from the Timechain, published in print at Bitcoin Magazine, Citadel21, Stackchain Magazine, and online at Satoshi’s Journal. Follow him on Twitter @realBitcoinDog, or email will [@] realbitcoindog [.] com2025-02-1404 min
Never Have I Ever......Third wheeled on Valentines: A Valentine’s Day SpecialWe are back after a long break! (sorry)Valentine’s Day—some love it, some loathe it, but there’s no escaping it. In this episode we dive into some crazy love stories! Whether you’re single, taken, or somewhere in between, this episode has something for you! 💕Tune in for laughs, insights, and maybe even a little romance. ❤️RememberBe Mine: A Valentine’s Day Special to follow and turn notifications on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1438 min
Puppet Masters of NoneEpisode 85: The Muppets Valentine ShowLove is in the air! This week on PMoN, the boys go back to the Muppet roots with the first Muppet Show pilot episode, The Muppets Valentine Show! For those counting this is ANOTHER pilot separate from the Sex and Violence pilot they discussed in episode 43. This silly holiday romp guest stars the incomparable Mia Farrow, and features some great moments from lesser known characters like Mildred Huxtetter, Crazy Harry ne Crazy Donald, and our big blue loveable friend Thog! Does this pre-kermit/piggy, fling between our favorite frog and the delightful Miss Mousey hold up? You'll just have to...2025-02-0842 min
Will's BirdbrainNutty Nuthatches"Yank-yank-yank!" That means your birdfeeder is empty in nuthatch! In this episode Will introduces you to the nutty brains of two very familiar sights in the United States - the red-breasted nuthatch and the white-breasted nuthatch! These common birdfeeder birds are known for their acrobatic movements and penchant for hanging upside down. Tune in for some amazing facts about the lives of nuthatches, and tips for identifying them in your backyard!Also explored is the curious history of bird feeding. Where did the modern birdfeeder design come from? Who was the first bird feeder? All of these...2025-02-0225 min
Will's BirdbrainThe Cedar Waxwing MuseumReady for a trip to the Cedar Waxwing Museum? You'll learn an "ear-full" in this episode all about the little silken heroes! Cedar waxwings are a bird that is a familiar sight during the darkest, loneliest time of the year due to their penchant for short migrations. These birds are incredibly social and tend to have a little too much fun at bird parties. Have you ever seen a flock gorging themselves on berries? In this episode Will explores the complex social habits of cedar waxwings and details a couple of fascinating theories biologists around the world...2024-12-1528 min
Will's BirdbrainFlock Talk: Naturalist DougDo you know someone you wish cared about birds like you do? Have you ever wondered how to appropriately share rare bird locations? If so, this is the episode for you! Doug Hitchcox, a Naturalist with the goal of “getting the most people to see the most birds” joins Will for an engaging discussion about the state of "birding." Doug works towards his goal in his professional life, with over a decade of experience as a professional Naturalist working for conversation-based organizations, and personal life, through his educational Youtube channel which explores the curious nuances of the world of birdi...2024-11-281h 04
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully224 🌟 Radical Self-Worth: Amy Green Smith's Guide to Finding Your Voice and Saying NoIn this lively episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the powerhouse Amy Green Smith, a certified life coach, hypnotherapist, and personal empowerment expert. Amy is renowned for blending wisdom and humor into her work, and she’s here to help you step into your own power and find your voice. Whether she's coaching, writing, podcasting, or speaking, Amy's mission is clear: to move you to a place of radical self-worth and empowerment.
Amy will dive into game-changing topics such as finding your voice, speaking up for yourself, and mastering the art of...2024-08-2759 min
Will's BirdbrainFavorite Birding Moments - Season Three IntermissionAttention loyal listeners! Will is going on his annual summer podcasting break! Don't worry, the second half of season three will be here as soon as you can say "the ivory-billed woodpecker is gone forever." In the meantime, here is a bonus episode all about Will's favorite bird and birding moments. Some of the stories just may surprise you!Want to share your own favorite birding moment? Head on over to the WBB Instagram account! There is a video posted asking all to comment their favorite bird experiences. Comments will be shared on the WBB Insta so everyone...2024-07-2815 min
Will's BirdbrainLiberty and Justice for All Bald EaglesAttention intrepid birder! Uncle Sam wants YOU to learn about the bald eagle! Join Will as he describes the adventurous, independent, free lives of the bald eagles of the USA. From building gigantic villas of nests, to exploring the nation for years before settling down, bald eagles are much more than your average bird. Also explored are the roots of bald eagle symbolism in American culture. Why is the bald eagle the USA's national bird? Were any other birds considered? What about the native people of the Americas, did they revere eagles at all? You bet! Also shared...2024-07-1428 min
Will's BirdbrainFlock Talk: Relief Printmaker LiaWant to take a hike with Will's Birdbrain? If the answer is yes, you are in luck! This episode was recorded live on a hike in Westbrook, Maine! Try listening to this relaxing journey when you are unwinding after a long day, try and picture the unique creatures discussed and heard, and imagine the strange plants described... If you enjoy this more "freeform" type of episode be sure to check out the WBB Patreon page! There are exclusive episodes posted there that are similar to this one! This episode Will is joined by relief printmaker Lia, AKA Portmantoad...2024-06-3053 min
What's On Draft?117: What Will Be the Highest Grossing Movies of 2024?Hello listeners! This is another episode that we recorded and then dawdled on getting edited and released, so enjoy this record of January 2024 us drafting what we think are going to be the most profitable movies of the year. This year's movie draft has an added twist in that we're considering the budget, so for each of our films we'll be calculating a score based on the total domestic profit versus the film's budget in a way that will weight movies that exceed their budget much higher in the ranking. This means a lot more horror films drafted by...2024-06-211h 18
Will's BirdbrainHumming Along With the Ruby-Throated HummingbirdThis episode is sweet as nectar because it is all about the ruby-throated hummingbird! Hummingbirds are tiny creatures that have captured the hearts and minds of humans for centuries. They live fast and often die young, making sure to pack in a ton of adventure and excitement while they are around. What can hummingbirds teach us about the way we live our lives? In this episode Will also explores Aztec lore regarding Huītzilōpōchtli, the sun god that often appeared to the native Mexicans as a hummingbird. Who knew such a fierce god would take such a h...2024-06-1924 min
Will's BirdbrainFlock Talk: Vet Tech MorganLet's be real, we've all had the dream of being a veterinarian at one point or another. Most of us may have had that dream during childhood, but veterinarian technician Morgan held fast and is living that dream! Morgan joins Will to talk about her journey to becoming a vet tech, share stories from her adventures in the world of conservation, and discuss the role of pets in our lives. This is the first episode of Flock Talk, episodes that are exclusively interviews and conversations with people associated with the world of birding! Be sure to...2024-06-0256 min
Will's BirdbrainStarling Wars: The European MenaceA long time ago in a park far way... dozens of European starlings were released, forever changing the avian landscape of North America! Tune in to episode one of season three of the Will's Birdbrain Podcast, Starling Wars to learn how European starlings came to reside in the United States, what impacts they have on the locals, and maybe even a reason or two to appreciate these often villainized birds. May the forest be with you, birders! Welcome to season three of the Will's Birdbrain Podcast! This season we’ll be discovering the ways birds influence not only hum...2024-05-1926 min
Will's BirdbrainSeason Three TrailerReady to discover the amazing world of your own backyard? Keep listening to the Will's Birdbrain Podcast to discover how!Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Instagram account for complementary episode photos and videos, plus many other awesome bird photos/stories!--> Will's Birdbrain Instagram Page Will's Birdbrain Shop 2024-04-2804 min
The Real Estate RevolutionThe NAR Ruling will change the way Americans Buy & Sell Real estateIn this episode I sit down with my cameraman Garret to discuss the NAR settlement and break it down. We will discuss what happens next, how this will change the way americans buy and sell real estate. And I break it down together with Garret from a realtor and a beginner perspective. With the NAR settlement agreement people might have a lot of questions what is going down. In this episode I break it down for you.
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Friday Night Chill With WillEpisode 26: Valentine's Day Got Me in My FeelsThis week I'm talking about Valentine's Day and the unusually strong effect it had on me this year in wanting a significant other to share the day with. I also complain about the rain for like 5 minutes.
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There Will Be Duds137 - Valentine's Day (2010)Odds and Ends: Gooning with the Apple Goggles; Nick follows theme by talking about the recent romcom Anyone But You, while T.J.... doesn't by bringing in an old survival docudrama series called I Shouldn't Be Alive
Feature Film: Literally just because this episode comes out on Valentine's Day, we talk about Garry Marshall's movie called Valentine's Day. A movie we surely would have despised more when it came out, but as we've gone soft in our old age, we think it's actually... fine. We have Love Actually at home type vibes, but with a maybe even...2024-02-151h 20
Handelszone- Retail Podcast für ÖsterreichFolge 28 - Wie profitiert der Handel von Startups, Valentine Dreyfuss?
In der ersten HANDELSZONE des Jahres 2024 präsentieren wir den Gewinner des European Retail Startup Awards 2023, das französische Startup Mercio. Valentine Dreyfuss, Gründerin und CEO des Technologieunternehmens, erklärt von Paris aus, wie Mercio Handelsunternehmen dabei helfen kann, ihre Produkte zu den jeweils besten Preisen anzubieten. Dabei setzt Mercio auf Dynamic Pricing und überträgt somit eine im E-Commerce schon lange etablierte Technologie auch auf den stationären Handel.
Dreyfuss erzählt im Podcast viel über ihre Success Stories im Lebensmittelhandel und mit Heimwerkerketten, gibt aber auch Einblick in die Startup-Szene in Frankreich. Sie beric...2024-01-0832 min
Will's BirdbrainBirdbrain Bedtime Stories Vol. 1Ready to wind down after a great day of birding? Here's Will's Birdbrain Bedtime Stories Vol. 1 to help you fall asleep and dream about birds! Inside you'll find the following tales: The Nightingale (1:08) The Alkonost and the Siren (19:00) The Story of the Bluebird (26:25) Thank you very much for a wonderful season 2! Please accept this Christmas gift to you. Season two was certainly more focused on the conversation portion of the discussion, but I do love telling you stories. I tried to select a fun variety for this collection, they're a bit sad...2023-12-2431 min
Will's BirdbrainKnock Knock, Downy Woodpecker ThereKnock knock - who's there? - season - season who? - no, season two finale! Season two has been quite the journey! From learning about migratory butterbutts, to vibin' out to the chill beats of Stressers, every episode has been a fantastic conversation with knowledgeable guests, but at times they got a little heavy. Talking about hard sciences and social issues can be equal parts rewarding and draining. Because of that, sending off season two is a fun-filled light hearted episode full of jokes and stories! Fan-favorite guest Kayta joins Will for a goofy conversation about th...2023-11-1257 min
Will's BirdbrainChilling Tails: Lavawalking Nene vs. Alien MynaAre you afraid of the dark? How about ghosts or zombies? If these spooky terrors don’t send a shiver down your spine tune into this chilling Will’s Birdbrain episode to discover something truly terrifying – the possibility of extinction! In true classic horror movie fashion, this is a drive-in double feature episode showcasing two birds of the day and a very special guest, uncle Jared, host of Ghostlore of Hawaii: Paranormal Paradise! The Ghostlore of Hawaii is a paranormal-themed podcast covering Hawaii's ghost stories, folklore, ancient mythology, and true crime. First, Will and Jared learn about the Nene, H...2023-10-2942 min
Will's BirdbrainCarin' About the Great Blue HeronOrnithology. Herpetology. Mammalogy. When you hear these words what do you think of? You’re probably aware of the meaning behind the suffix “ology,” meaning “the study of,” which may make you think these words solely refer to rigorous scientific study, test tubes and all. What if I told you an ology such as ornithology, the study of birds, doesn’t have to be so alien. Joining Will is Meg, a socioecological researcher and scientist whose work has taken her far and wide exploring the connection between people and nature, and creatures and nature. This episode explores a com...2023-10-221h 18
Will's BirdbrainBewitching Barn OwlsOwls are possibly the most mysterious of all birds. They have captivated the minds of man for thousands of years, resulting in countless myths and legends about their peculiar behavior. Perhaps the most mysterious of all owls is also the most common owl and the most widespread landbird in the world, the barn owl!Join Will and Leslie, a budding birder, as they discuss why you should give a "hoot" about the barn owl. These curious critters are deadly killing machines, but that doesn't mean they aren't facing their own challenges of human making. Come learn about the...2023-10-011h 07
Will's BirdbrainBlue Jays Speaking Truth to PowerDid you know? Will’s Birdbrain not only celebrates the common birds you may see every day but the common people you see everyday as well! Over the course of the podcast my guests and I have highlighted specific ways you can live and breathe birding simply by existing. From making movies featuring birds to studying them professionally, everyone can use their experience to uplift the voice of the voiceless. This sentiment can be applied to the supplemental theme of Will’s Birdbrain as well- birding is for everyone! This episode is about making noise, something today’s bird of the da...2023-09-171h 29Will's BirdbrainRepresentation in BirdingThe content of this bonus episode was described as "my manifesto." I believe birding is for everyone- not just black folk, not just white folk, or able bodied people, or otherwise. I was prompted to write this episode after attending a birding event in Maine as the only young person of color, an oh so familiar experience for me. This episode not only describes the challenges non-white, non-retiree birders face, but how we together can make birding more accessible and inclusive. With the help of dedicated nonprofits and old fashioned teamwork, Thank you so much for supporting m...2023-08-1121 min