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The Bird Joy Podcast

The Bird Joy Podcast

By: Dexter Patterson and Jason Hall
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Welcome to the Bird Joy Podcast – where birding meets community, curiosity, and connection! Hosted by Dexter "The Wisco Birder" Patterson and Jason "The Birding Beardsman" Hall, this is your go-to show for all things birds, nature, and the joy they bring.

Whether you're a beginner birder, a backyard birdwatcher, or a seasoned avian enthusiast, Bird Joy is your destination to explore the beauty of birds, the importance of conservation, and the power of inclusive outdoor spaces.

What to Expect:

  • Birding tips for beginners and pros alike
  • Inspiring stories from birders, naturalists, and STEM professionals
  • Deep dives into urban birding, green spaces, and conservation efforts
  • Honest conversations about equity, access, and inclusivity in nature
  • Updates on birding trends, tech, and tools

Each episode celebrates how birds connect us to nature, to science, and one another. With expert guests, heartfelt stories, and a shared love for our feathered friends, Bird Joy is more than a podcast—it's a movement.

Discover the magic of birding. Build community. Find your flock.

Subscribe to the Bird Joy Podcast today—because everyone deserves a little more joy, and a few more birds, in their life.

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Episodes
  • Season 3 Finale

    Season 3 Finale
    Jul 25 2025

    Season 3 of the Bird Joy Podcast comes to a powerful close with hosts Dexter and Jason revisiting the highlights, laughter, and love that made this season unforgettable. From deep conversations on legacy and identity to global birding adventures, this episode is a celebration of nature, joy, and the people who make the outdoors a more inclusive space. Plus, a sneak peek of what’s coming in Season 4!

    💬 Final Words from Your Hosts:

    “Birding has changed our lives, and the folks we met this season are proof that birds can connect us all.” – Dexter Patterson

    “We started this podcast to spread joy and share our stories—and it’s clear the community is only growing stronger.” – Jason Hall

    📣 Stay Connected: @thebirdjoypod on Instagram

    ✅ Please subscribe, share, and leave a review wherever you listen to the podcast. It helps us grow and reach a wider audience.

    📩 Got a guest or story idea? Send it our way on socials!

    🫶🏾 Never stop spreading Bird Joy wherever you fly. Season 4 drops late Fall! Let’s Go!

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    36 mins
  • Color in the Outdoors: A Heartfelt Conversation with Christopher Kilgour

    Color in the Outdoors: A Heartfelt Conversation with Christopher Kilgour
    Jul 18 2025

    In this powerful season finale of Bird Joy, Dexter and Jason sit down with their brother and longtime collaborator, Christopher Kilgour, a transformative leader in the outdoor community. Chris is the founder of Color in the Outdoors, steward of Piece of Mind Acres, and co-founder of the Underground Hiking Collective.

    From growing up near Tenney Park with ducks and his mom to becoming a fierce advocate for equity and healing in nature, Chris shares his journey with vulnerability, wisdom, and joy. He discusses building outdoor programs that welcome everyone, launching CITO, mentoring the next generation, and being featured in Dudley Edmondson's "People the Planet Needs Now."

    This episode is full of heart, laughter, and hard-earned insights about what it truly means to belong in the Outdoors.

    Connect with Chris Kilgour:

    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cjkilgour

    Connect with Color in the Outdoors:

    🌈 Website: Color in the Outdoors

    📸 Instagram: @colorintheoutdoors

    Subscribe & Follow Us:

    📲 Apple | Spotify | Google | Stitcher – Bird Joy Podcast

    Instagram: @thebirdjoypod

    💬 Shout-outs

    🐦 BIPOC Birding Club

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The World is Your Flyway: A Conversation with George Armistead

    The World is Your Flyway: A Conversation with George Armistead
    Jul 11 2025

    In this globe-spanning episode, we sit down with legendary birder George Armistead. This man has guided trips on all seven continents and made it his mission to craft wild and meaningful birding adventures. We discuss the roots of his passion, the power of group travel, the behind-the-scenes magic of The Life List podcast, and how birding culture is evolving globally.

    Whether you’re a backyard birder or a global chaser, this episode will leave you ready to pack your bins and hit the trail.

    Guest Links

    • 🐦 Hillstar Nature – Explore guided birding adventures across the globe
    • 🎧 The Life List: A Birding Podcast – Smart, funny, and deeply birdy conversations
    • 📚 Better Birding & ABA Field Guide to Birds of Pennsylvania – By George Armistead
    Birding Club Shout-outs

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    In Color Birding Club
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    1 hr
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