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Fabre's keen observations and vivid descriptions invite listeners to appreciate the complexity and artistry found in even the smallest of insects. As we continue to grapple with environmental challenges today, the themes of interconnectedness and the importance of biodiversity resonate deeply, reminding us of the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671956</guid><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73671956/mason_bees_jean_henri_fabre.mp3" length="215512075" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Mason-Bees by Jean-Henri Fabre explores the fascinating world of mason bees, showcasing their unique behaviors and the intricate structures they create for nesting. 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Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610412</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610412/030_identification_chapter.mp3" length="10191874" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc/c605b5d3-8453-4e54-bf70-4a0a0998c9bc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1273</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>029 - Our West Coast Thrushes</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/029-our-west-coast-thrushes--69610409</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610409</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610409/029_our_west_coast_thrushes.mp3" length="3140547" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6/3e624d43-7b4b-4816-8052-6947b3119eb6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>392</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>028 - The Bush-Tit</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/028-the-bush-tit--69610406</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610406</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610406/028_the_bush_tit.mp3" length="3712040" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a/9fcf8667-881b-4202-a6fc-f7218993269a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>464</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>027 - The Anna Humming-Bird</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-the-anna-humming-bird--69610403</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610403</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:00:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610403/027_the_anna_humming_bird.mp3" length="4678708" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf/2e59241c-1ba5-481e-b1cc-771241abecaf.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>585</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>026 - The Burrowing Owl</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-the-burrowing-owl--69610402</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610402</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610402/026_the_burrowing_owl.mp3" length="2648111" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140/e442845a-d290-40ae-8cd5-0edef8952140.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>331</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>025 - The Towhees</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-the-towhees--69610400</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610400</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610400/025_the_towhees.mp3" length="5866679" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b/61ea76a7-0df3-4dac-a4e9-4c16d8b1870b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>733</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>024 - The Arkansas Goldfinch</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-the-arkansas-goldfinch--69610398</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610398</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610398/024_the_arkansas_goldfinch.mp3" length="3745937" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7/376567af-4427-448f-b053-eb51bce4b1d7.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>468</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>023 - The Brown Pelican</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-the-brown-pelican--69610391</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610391</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610391/023_the_brown_pelican.mp3" length="2747058" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74/227a48a9-b64c-49a9-b902-ea6998cc6f74.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>343</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>022 - The Shrike or Butcher-Bird</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-the-shrike-or-butcher-bird--69610384</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610384</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:00:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610384/022_the_shrike_or_butcher_bird.mp3" length="3143898" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1/596c2b0e-479c-4b29-aabc-2283a24af2c1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>393</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>021 - Our Western Wrens</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-our-western-wrens--69610382</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610382</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610382/021_our_western_wrens.mp3" length="3529631" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402/b4d9329b-e539-4b37-ad79-6b9326c1a402.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>441</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>020 - The Road-Runner</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-the-road-runner--69610381</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610381</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610381/020_the_road_runner.mp3" length="2806256" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23/9f6773f1-2845-4324-8a5b-c83be733ff23.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>351</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>019 - The Cedar Waxwing</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-the-cedar-waxwing--69610378</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610378</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610378/019_the_cedar_waxwing.mp3" length="2854162" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad/74dcc2f8-cc68-47fe-93cb-677e0f9d76ad.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>357</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>018 - The Cliff-Swallow</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-the-cliff-swallow--69610376</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610376</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610376/018_the_cliff_swallow.mp3" length="2345834" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0/38f945b2-8a25-41d5-8c11-6588d983f7f0.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>293</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - The Bank-Swallow</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-the-bank-swallow--69610375</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610375</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:18:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610375/017_the_bank_swallow.mp3" length="2084556" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c/0f1d2b54-89fc-4fa6-b9a0-7750f278437c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>261</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - Different Sparrows</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-different-sparrows--69610374</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610374</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:18:04 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610374/016_different_sparrows.mp3" length="3613517" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4/f4f97494-ba91-46d3-854c-f3414cce19f4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>452</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - The Western Gull</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-the-western-gull--69610373</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610373</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:18:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610373/015_the_western_gull.mp3" length="3236767" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb/a4d81ff7-979d-4d1e-aba3-962b07c189bb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>405</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - Killdeer Plover</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-killdeer-plover--69610370</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610370</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610370/014_killdeer_plover.mp3" length="2456910" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57/b7027d7b-fc12-4dd6-9bc4-bf578151af57.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>307</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - The American Coot</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-the-american-coot--69610369</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610369</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610369/013_the_american_coot.mp3" length="2369263" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90/b5038a1c-9edf-4541-a7b4-bb97131ade90.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>296</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - The Mocking-Bird</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-the-mocking-bird--69610368</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610368</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610368/012_the_mocking_bird.mp3" length="4447550" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf/48bdead3-866c-466e-93a9-331a8ef6a2bf.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>556</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - Audubon's Warbler</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-audubon-s-warbler--69610364</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610364</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:45 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610364/011_audubon_s_warbler.mp3" length="5621726" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d/dcb295d3-405a-40c7-bef3-98821111769d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>702</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - The California Jay</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-the-california-jay--69610362</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610362</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610362/010_the_california_jay.mp3" length="3405374" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253/0bd386d4-ec3d-45f2-bfc2-c41435719253.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>426</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - The Belted Kingfisher</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-the-belted-kingfisher--69610360</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610360</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610360/009_the_belted_kingfisher.mp3" length="3550135" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c/0f385096-a23a-4bd6-99be-ace1345d1d6c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>444</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,biology,birds,conservation,ecology,education,exploration,family,nature,wildlife</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/fe6b962d7a65f9b4b5056298a4ed71de.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>008 - Song-Sparrow</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-song-sparrow--69610359</link><description><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610359</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610359/008_song_sparrow.mp3" length="4260112" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. 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From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610357</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610357/007_the_western_robin.mp3" length="3325253" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. 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From the familiar western robin and vibrant cedar waxwing to the clever crow and iconic roadrunner, each lecture offers charming portraits that are both informative and engaging. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this book aims to ignite a passion for nature in young readers while deepening our appreciation for these enchanting birds and their unique qualities. - Summary by Larry Wilson]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69610351</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:17:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69610351/004_the_black_phoebe.mp3" length="5312962" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join this dynamic mother-son duo as they share delightful insights into the captivating world of common birds found in the western United States. 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