Birds Are Real Podcast

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. On this episode, Keshav draws back the curtain on one of the pod's most anticipated birding destinations - the Great Dismal Swamp! If you're excited for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, you'll be even more excited for this epic tale. Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Email us your bird-rela...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Ever wondered what that big weird freak bird you saw near the water was? Heron, egret, crane, stork? May a bittern (whatever that is)? You'll never wonder again after listening to this episode, guaranteed. Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Email us your bird-related questions: birdsarereal.pod@gmail.co...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. With Valentine's Day having come and gone, it's time for us to finally do what all our loyal listeners have been clamoring for: we're going to give you dating advice. Dust off that Hinge profile! You're sure to get a match after listening to this episode. Love is for the birds, you say? Exactly. F...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Brace yourselves; Winter is... well, actually, winter's been here for a while, and it doesn't look like it's going away anytime soon. Instead of mourning the cold, embrace it with this episode about the two best things about cold weather - the Winter Olympics and penguins! Follow us on Instagram: @bir...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. On the first day of Birdmas Birds Are Real Pod gave to me... an absolute BANGER of an episode! We're officially winter birding now, and we're on a mission to write a huge smash hit that will undoubtedly become a staple in all households each December. Make sure to send in your Hoot Topics to make this son...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. LISTERS is taking the world by storm! Does it live up to the hype? It's time for our very first movie review! Watch LISTERS: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching here: https://youtu.be/zl-wAqplQAo?si=I43rbVPYrbTfGY_F Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpodFollow us on TikTok: @birdsarerealpodEmail us your bir...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. There are two kinds of people: those that don't care about chickadees; and smart people! Sam and Kesh, being expert birders on a wildly successful birding podcast, tell you what type of person you are in this episode by exploring what the general public thinks of a bird and then revealing the true, 100% corre...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Turns out if you leave Philadelphia, you might see some birds you can't normally see in Philadelphia! In this episode, Kesh regales us with his tales of birding in his new home - Virginia Beach! What's new? What's the same? Which bird would you bring home to meet your parents? Only one way to find out...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Everything has changed. This isn't your average everyday birding podcast; this is... advanced birding podcast. Well, there are visuals now at least. In any case, Keshav and Sam are back for the third season of the Birds Are Real Podcast! Exciting changes and additions abound while still retaining the same thi...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. After two long seasons, we've finally done the one thing you might expect a birding podcast to do - we have an actual birder on the pod! Philadelphia legend Mad Evans joins us for the entire episode to discuss all things Philly birding, including telling Sam how to complete his yearly goal and giving the most...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Birds Are Real Podcast Hosts: What Do They Know? Do They Know Things? Let's Find Out! What do you get when you combine Jeopardy!, Trivial Pursuit, Deal or No Deal, The Great British Bakeoff, Survival, and American Idol all into one ultimate game show? Why, you get Birds Are Real Season 2 Episode 11 of course!...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Look, up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... well, it's a bird. A super-bird! On this episode, we discover why hummingbirds are so much better than us, and we discover why you never want to be in front of one in a drive-thru pay-it-forward chain. Also, we'll tell you the best way to...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Welcome back to the Birds Are Real Podcast, your one-stop shop for all things... Survivor analysis? We'll let you know indisputably which bird has the best shot at winning $1 million from Jeff Probst, and YOU get to choose the winner. Later on, we put Looney Tunes to the test to see if their portrayal of a ce...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. This is a bird podcast. We talk about birds. But how can we be sure which birds we're talking about? Kesh decided that it's time for us to stop relying on an app and find out for ourselves. This week it's all about bird identification! Do YOU know the difference between a Cooper's hawk and a sharp...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Avast, me hearties! Set sail for the seven seas with us as we debunk the question everyone's been asking - did pirates really have pet parrots? Along the way, we'll even invent a new field of linguistics, which is sure to rifle some feathers. Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Follow us on TikTok: @...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. In this episode, we return to the mythology well as Kesh tells Sam a story of creation, of great battles, of ... geese? Listen as we explore the representation of birds in Ancient Egyptian mythology! Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Follow us on TikTok: @birdsarerealpod Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.y...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. VERY SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT: This week, Kesh and Sam are joined by our very own Producer Richelle, who leads our first ever guest-led main topic! The subject: pigeons. The question: sewer birds, rats with wings, or harbingers of holy matrimony? Richelle has the answers, and she's letting us know! Follow us on...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Times are tough; home ownership seems like an impossible dream at this point (especially without any podcast sponsors...) Luckily for you, the Birds Are Real production network has created a brand new show dedicated to putting young aspiring homeowners into their dream houses. You may just have to expand your definition of d...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Kesh and Sam start the episode planning heists, and flipping the bird, but after all that larking about, it's time to get serious. Get ready a nuanced conversation about the artwork that birds leave on our cars, from conception to realization. Remember: what goes in must come out. Follow us on Instagram: @bir...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Did you know that every scientific achievement in human history can be traced back to the pied-billed grebe? Regardless of whether or not that's true, put on your inventor's cap and dive into the wild world of biomimicry - or should I say animacopycat? Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Follow us on...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. We're BACK baby!! Season 2 is here, and things are bigger, better, and birdier than ever. Do you dabble with ducks, or are you more of a diver? Find out as we mispronounce genuses, gatekeep species-hood from misbehaving birds, and dazzle you all with our bird call recognition skills in the Birds Are Real seas...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. Here's the other thing - frogs are real, and that's because they're also birds. And rectangles. In this SEASON ONE FINALE, we bring a guest onto the pod, someone who actually knows things: Ryan Mayer! Will Ryan be able to convince Sam and Keshav that other types of animals exist? There's truly only one way to find out. Later...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. How does a bill become a law? That is a question we will not be answering on this podcast! Instead, join us as we learn about everything from mouth manicures to balding birds. By the end of this episode, we guarantee that you will finally know the difference between a bill and a beak! And the answer will shock you... Follow...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. It's time for us all to face a harsh truth: there are other animals besides birds. Here's the good news though - that means we get to talk about how birds interact with other animals! Symbiotic relationships is the name of the game this week. What types of jobs do birds take on when interacting with other species? Dentists?...

Here's the thing - birds are real, and it's mean to say that they aren't. This week, Sam and Kesh put on their paparazzi hats and dive deep into the world of celebrity birds. What did Flaco eat for breakfast? What's Barry wearing to the red carpet? These are the kind of hard-hitting questions us celebrity reporters try to answer. Follow us on Instagram: @birdsarerealpod Follow us on TikTok: @birds...