Meet Ruven, an avid bird enthusiast with a boundless passion for avian wonders. Fresh from an incredible journey in Zimbabwe, Ruven's excitement for birdwatching is at an all-time high. His recent adventure in Zimbabwe allowed him to explore diverse habitats and observe a stunning variety of bird species. This follows a memorable expedition to Cambodia last year, where he immersed himself in the rich birdlife of Southeast Asia. Ruven’s travels reflect his dedication to discovering and appreciating the beauty of birds around the world, sharing his experiences and inspiring others along the way.

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This week, we kick off the first of a two-part episode exploring the birding paradise of Malawi. I’m joined by Zach Simpson as we share our experiences in the southern region, focusing on the birds, the people, and some incredible birding spots. By the end of these episodes, we know you'll be inspired to plan your own trip to this destination that holds a very special place in our hearts.

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In part 2 of this interview, Mark enlightens us on his adventures with the world's most famous voice actor, Jim Cummings! This is truly not an episode to be missed!

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This week’s episode offers a fascinating insight into the world of legendary birder Kenneth Newman, the author of many beloved field guides in Southern Africa. I chat with his son, Nick Newman, who not only shares details about the all-new ‘Newman’s Birds by Colour’ but also takes us through his own birding journey. Together, we explore the story of Kenneth Newman, both as an exceptional birder and the man away from the public eye. This episode is a treasure trove of information for any birder looking to deepen their birding experience.

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Join Gabby as she continues her discussion with Karolina Noree. Karolina, born & raised in Stockholm, Sweden visited and fell in love with South Africa. Having lived in South Africa for six years now, living the dream of working full time in nature photography & running a travel company with her fiancé, she is on a new mission to use her social media to inspire the youth to follow their dreams, to step out of their comfort zone & explore the wild, wherever they are. This is part of a two-part chat to Karolina about her crazy adventures. If you missed part one, head back to two weeks ago in episode 1 of the new YWP podcast on the Birding Life Pod cast Network.

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In this week’s episode, I chat with Professor Peter Ryan. We discuss the updated 'Guide to the Seabirds of Southern Africa' field guide, Flock to Marion, photographing seabirds, atlassing, and tips on how to improve your own seabird identification skills – including how to differentiate between Wandering and Tristan Albatross!

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The return of an old friend! Today we welcome back the previous host of the podcast, Mark Heystek! Mark tells us what he has been up to since leaving The Birding Life and we have a laugh about crazy safari guests.

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In this episode, we continue the chat with Keith Barnes, a birder, naturalist, adventurer, and one of the authors of the all-new Helm "Birds of Greater Southern Africa" Field Guide, proudly published by Sunbird Publishers in South Africa. In this episode, we continue to get to know the ‘man-behind-the book’, including his own journey as a father, the legacy he wants to leave, and of course, we hear all about this fantastic new field guide.

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Karolina, born & raised in Stockholm, Sweden visited and fell in love with South Africa. Having lived in South Africa for six years now, living the dream of working full time in nature photography &running a travel company with her fiancé, she is on a new mission to use her social media to inspire the youth to follow their dreams, to step out of their comfort zone & explore the wild, wherever they are. Gabby has a chat to Karolina about her crazy adventures.

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In this episode, we chat with Keith Barnes, a birder, naturalist, adventurer, and one of the authors of the all-new Helm "Birds of Greater Southern Africa" Field Guide, proudly published by Sunbird Publishers in South Africa. In this, the first of a two-part episode, we learn about Keith and his journey to create this exceptional field guide. This episode is filled with tips and advice, epic stories, and even some moments that may have you reaching for a tissue.

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