In this globe-hopping episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, I’m back with one of my favorite returning guests — the incredible Steve Burrows! 🐦✈️ Steve is the author of the Birder Murder Mystery series and a passionate traveler whose chirpchasing adventures have taken him far beyond the pages of his novels.

This time, we’re talking all about the birds of Colombia, India, and Canada — three wildly different but equally magical places for wildlife. Steve shares some of his favorite bird encounters, the importance of preserving biodiversity, and how exploring nature through a global lens deepens our understanding of the world and ourselves.

We also talk about his exciting upcoming book, A Deceit of Lapwings, and how birds continue to inspire both his storytelling and his worldview.

🪶 Learn more about Steve and his writing at steveburrows.org

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In this laugh-filled episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, I take a stroll through the iconic Ramble in Central Park with my friend and NYC comedian Steve Cohen. 🎤🐦 We chat about the birds we see (and wish we’d seen), the thrill of exploring New York’s green heart, and Steve’s impressive knowledge of both the park and the punchline.

Steve shares updates on his latest creative projects, including his new TikTok show, and brings the kind of humor that makes chirpchasing even more joyful (yes, even when the birds are playing hard to get). We talk curiosity, comedy, city wildlife, and how magical it feels to share nature with someone who really gets it.

Enjoy Central Park through our lens and comment your favorite bird on this episode...I have an exciting new series coming for season 3!

TikTok: @Stevecohenfun

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In this very special follow-up episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, I’m joined once again by the brilliant and ever-curious Steve Burrows who is an award-winning author of the Birder Murder Mystery series. This time we dive deep into something that left me wide-eyed: his wild, wonder-filled birding adventures through South America and all the way to Antarctica.

We talk about the thrill of seeing species in their natural habitats, the challenges (and beauty) of traveling to remote places. From the lush Amazon canopy to icy penguin-packed shores, this episode is a passport to inspiration.

If you’ve ever dreamed of birding beyond your backyard or letting curiosity take you somewhere totally unexpected, you’re going to love this chat.

Learn more about Steve’s writing and travels at ⁠steveburrows.org⁠

And if you’re a Lapwing lover like me, keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming book A Deceit of Lapwings!

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In this cozy and curious conversation, I sit down with Jamey Stegmaier, co-founder of Stonemaier Games and author of The Crowdfunder's Strategy Guide, to chat about something that means a lot to both of us: community. Jamie shares how his love for creating games is deeply rooted in connection, collaboration, and curiosity.

We dive into his journey and the beauty of bringing people together. And yes, we talk all things Wingspan, Wormspan, and the upcoming Finspan (hello, sea creature lovers!).

Jamey isn’t just part of the team behind one of the most beloved bird-themed games of all time, he’s also a kind, thoughtful human whose love for people shines through. I loved learning more about his process, his values, and what truly drives his passion for game-making!

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by the amazing Cat Fribley—bird lover, survivor, and Executive Director of Birdability. Together, we dive into Cat’s journey of healing, her guiding principles, and the core values that show up in everything she does—from chirpchasing to building inclusive communities.

Cat shares her story with such openness, kindness, and grace that it's impossible not to leave this conversation feeling inspired. We explore how birds can support healing, how accessibility can transform lives, and why connection (to ourselves, to nature, and to each other) matters so deeply.

Cat is truly a bright light in the birding world and beyond, and I’m honored to have her on this episode of That Quirky Bird Girl. 💛

Show Cat some love in the comments and don’t forget to share your favorite “non-rare” bird with us!

Want to learn more? Check out:

• Birdability

• Birdability on Instagram

• Birdability on YouTube

• Sparrow Envy by J. Drew Lanham

In this episode of That Quirky Bird Girl, I sit down with the one and only brilliant and inspirational Steve Burrows, author of the acclaimed Birder Murder Mystery series, to delve into his journey from environmental journalism to crafting compelling bird-themed mysteries to traveling the world to see some of the most beautiful birds that you could imagine. We discuss what drew him to the avian world, his writing process, and the inspiration behind his beloved series featuring DCI Domenic Jejeune. From the first novel, A Siege of Bitterns, to the upcoming A Deceit of Lapwings (As a Lapwing lover, I am sooooo excited!!), Steve shares insights into blending bird adventures with crime fiction.

Learn more about Steve and his work at steveburrows.org!!

In this special episode, I’m joined by the incredibly multi-talented Romaine—a filmmaker, director, editor, writer, and actor—for my very first live bird tour episode! We take a walk through Central Park (yes, there were birds!) and talk about creativity, passion, and the birds that connect our worlds—both here in New York City and in his home country of France.

Romaine shares his story as a creative force, how his journey has evolved through video games and film, and how he’s constantly challenging the world around him with his art. We also get into some fun bird comparisons (spoiler: French birds have just as much attitude), and what it’s like to be inspired by nature even in a city full of chaos.

This episode isn’t just about birds—it’s about following your passion, staying curious, and seeing the world through a more intentional, creative lens. And if you’ve been curious about what one of my bird tours is like, this episode gives you a glimpse.

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A neurodivergent love story

Some people have defining moments in life that come full circle. For me? It’s always been birds and language. Every major shift, every heartbreak, every season of growth—birds have been there. And so has my love for words, specifically Spanish and Italian.

In this episode, I get vulnerable about how birds shaped my relationship with language, how they helped me process emotions before I even had the words, and why my neurodivergent brain just clicks with both birds and linguistics. I share how every chapter of my life seems to loop back to these two constants and how bird colors, sounds, and behaviors literally helped me learn new languages.

From the Northern Cardinal reminding me of my own boldness to the gentle, grounding presence of American Robins, birds have always had a way of making me feel understood.

If you’ve ever felt deeply connected to something that just makes sense to you, or if you’re curious how birds can actually help someone learn a new language (yes, really), then come sit with me for a bit. This episode is for us—the ones who see and dream the world a little differently.