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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Elements of Entomology</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/elements-of-entomology--6860786</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. 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While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"/><itunes:category text="Kids &amp; Family"><itunes:category text="Stories for Kids"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Science"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>serial</itunes:type><item><title>001 - Preface</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-preface--69603840</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603840</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603840/curiousbookofbirds_00_brown_64kb.mp3" length="1293312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>148</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>002 - The Disobedient Woodpecker</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-the-disobedient-woodpecker--69603841</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603841</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603841/curiousbookofbirds_01_brown_64kb.mp3" length="3225600" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>390</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>003 - Mother Magpie's Kindergarten</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-mother-magpie-s-kindergarten--69603843</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603843</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603843/curiousbookofbirds_02_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4965888" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>607</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>004 - The Gorgeous Goldfinch</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-the-gorgeous-goldfinch--69603844</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>276</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>005 - King of the Birds</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-king-of-the-birds--69603846</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>943</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e7351d2bec17bafd18a99e7cbe340ab0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>006 - Halcyone</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-halcyone--69603847</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603847</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603847/curiousbookofbirds_05_brown_64kb.mp3" length="5511168" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>676</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>007 - The Forgetful Kingfisher</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-forgetful-kingfisher--69603848</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>529</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>008 - The Wren Who Brought Fire</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-the-wren-who-brought-fire--69603850</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603850</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603850/curiousbookofbirds_07_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4952064" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>606</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - How the Bluebird Crossed</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-how-the-bluebird-crossed--69603851</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603851</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:06:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603851/curiousbookofbirds_08_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2484736" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3/208a34cd-d6be-4b9d-adab-0eaa859624b3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>297</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - The Peacock's Cousin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-the-peacock-s-cousin--69603852</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603852</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603852/curiousbookofbirds_09_brown_64kb.mp3" length="6455296" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a/e9651aff-df25-4072-a3a9-feeb593f5a9a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>794</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - The Masquerading Crow</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-the-masquerading-crow--69603854</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603854</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603854/011_the_masquerading_crow.mp3" length="8573440" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451/99ed01d0-a4e6-4953-8e40-28df24804451.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1058</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e7351d2bec17bafd18a99e7cbe340ab0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - King Solomon and the Birds</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-king-solomon-and-the-birds--69603855</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603855</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603855/012_king_solomon_and_the_birds.mp3" length="8223232" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9/1177774a-7f1e-4fbe-b8c9-4f357a3837f9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1015</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e7351d2bec17bafd18a99e7cbe340ab0.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - The Pious Robin</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-the-pious-robin--69603857</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603857</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603857/curiousbookofbirds_12_brown_64kb.mp3" length="3991552" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38/c9cceb18-0cce-48ee-b84f-f0e27db71a38.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>486</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - The Robin who was an Indian</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-the-robin-who-was-an-indian--69603860</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603860</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603860/curiousbookofbirds_13_brown_64kb.mp3" length="6009344" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6/122f8089-4c9b-4477-ba1e-d1c2f11c56b6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>738</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - The Inquisitive Woman</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-the-inquisitive-woman--69603861</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603861</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603861/curiousbookofbirds_14_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2087424" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268/424a5122-add3-4d32-aaf0-fa1d3b184268.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>248</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - Why the Nightingale Wakes</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-why-the-nightingale-wakes--69603863</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603863</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603863/curiousbookofbirds_15_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4475392" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34/308505d7-2dd2-43e5-b898-76db42d4df34.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>546</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - Mrs Partridge's Babies</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-mrs-partridge-s-babies--69603864</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603864</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:07:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603864/curiousbookofbirds_16_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2775552" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0/2042d33f-7038-45cb-a1cc-0713ee651fd0.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>334</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>018 - The Early Girl</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-the-early-girl--69603865</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603865</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603865/curiousbookofbirds_17_brown_64kb.mp3" length="3636224" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753/352dc3f6-4929-477a-87c4-604cb207f753.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>441</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - How the Blackbird Spoiled his Coat</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-how-the-blackbird-spoiled-his-coat--69603868</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603868</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603868/curiousbookofbirds_18_brown_64kb.mp3" length="6069760" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139/df123fe8-07bb-4bf1-8887-fdadd6dff139.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>745</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - The Blackbird and the Fox</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-the-blackbird-and-the-fox--69603869</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603869</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603869/curiousbookofbirds_19_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2269184" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589/56c28c1d-228b-43af-bec7-316053f31589.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>270</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - The Dove who Spoke the Truth</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-the-dove-who-spoke-the-truth--69603870</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603870</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603870/curiousbookofbirds_20_brown_64kb.mp3" length="3187712" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5/0dbbff7b-d18f-4003-97f5-b8c4882943d5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>385</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - The Fowls on Pilgrimage</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-the-fowls-on-pilgrimage--69603871</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603871</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603871/curiousbookofbirds_21_brown_64kb.mp3" length="3401216" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21/c2785956-2643-498c-b2ec-9d6d107e2d21.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>412</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - The Ground-Pigeon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-the-ground-pigeon--69603873</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603873</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603873/curiousbookofbirds_22_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4711424" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa/6ad86a6d-c0c9-470f-bb88-90d6cb7b08fa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>576</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - Sister Hen and the Crocodile</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-sister-hen-and-the-crocodile--69603875</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603875</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603875/curiousbookofbirds_23_brown_64kb.mp3" length="6707200" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf/cb45c89d-cb2c-4b7c-9b2a-9642f666a7cf.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>825</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>025 - The Thrush and the Cuckoo</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-the-thrush-and-the-cuckoo--69603876</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603876</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603876/curiousbookofbirds_24_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2614784" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987/2d498dda-363d-417c-9eef-91bdbeb4b987.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>313</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>026 - The Owl and the Moon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-the-owl-and-the-moon--69603879</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603879</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603879/curiousbookofbirds_25_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4500992" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd/4d2de245-7f6f-42ed-8470-458e4b1e74bd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>549</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>027 - The Tufted Cap</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-the-tufted-cap--69603880</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603880</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603880/curiousbookofbirds_26_brown_64kb.mp3" length="2197504" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62/8306c0c8-7f2e-475e-b645-685e8e74cb62.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. 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These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603881</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603881/curiousbookofbirds_27_brown_64kb.mp3" length="4902912" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820/d9520df3-6af2-4321-9bae-3f8504bfe820.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>600</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>birds,childhood,culture,education,imagination,lore,nature,poetry,stories,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/76606c15068f306ac5029e087108a8dc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>029 - The Courtship of Mr Stork and Miss Heron</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/029-the-courtship-of-mr-stork-and-miss-heron--69603882</link><description><![CDATA[Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. While we can easily learn fascinating facts about these feathered creatures, it’s the delightful stories and imaginative beliefs that often fade into obscurity. These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603882</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603882/curiousbookofbirds_28_brown_64kb.mp3" length="5310464" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8/f3094d01-3062-48f3-a965-f2b1710132e8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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These age-old tales, cherished by children across the globe, reveal our complex relationships with birds—why we adore some and shun others, the poetic nicknames they’ve earned, and the curious reasons behind many of our childhood wonders. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of bird lore that connects us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69603884</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69603884/curiousbookofbirds_29_brown_64kb.mp3" length="5477376" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15/f4f2a276-ebe2-49c9-ac42-8cdea0281e15.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Abbie Farwell Brown</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Discover the enchanting world of birds through a collection of charming anecdotes and whimsical insights. 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