In this debut episode of Glisten of Birds, Adrian Adair, an ambassador for birds and nature, takes you into the treetops to meet the Golden Crest—a tiny bird with a crown of gold, a creature so small it could be overlooked, yet carrying a quiet majesty that defies its size.

From its resilience in the harshest winters to the mythology surrounding its luminous crest, this episode explores the deeper meanings behind one of nature’s most delicate kings. Through poetic storytelling and deep insight, we uncover what the Golden Crest teaches us—not just about survival, but about hidden strength, quiet brilliance, and the light we carry within.