WBU Podcast

John Schaust returns to critique Brian’s yard (a call-back to ep 50). Does he practice what he preaches? Plus, we catch up with our retired co-host on owl banding, adventures, and how we can all help the birds with high-protein foods for the end of nesting season and peak molting season.  

Birds Mentioned
White-breasted Nuthatch
Ruby-throated Hummingbird 
House Wren
American Robin
Mourning Dove
Northern Saw-whet Owl
Bluebirds
Chickadees 
Warblers
Thrushes
Orioles
Tanagers  

Products Mentioned
Bird-Friendly Coffee
Bluebird Bugberry Blend®
Nesting SuperBlend®
Cardinal Confetti®
Bark Butter® Products
Mealworms
Suet
Bird Baths
Smart Feeders: BirdReel, BirdFy
Terra Station  

Studies Mentioned
State of the Birds Report 2025
3 Billion Birds Gone  

Episodes Mentioned
Episode 50 Celebrating the Big Five Oh!      

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Bird sounds provided by the birds while recording live outdoors.