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The Curious Bird

The Curious Bird

By: Denver Audubon
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Hi everyone, and welcome! We're the Denver Audubon- an independent, nonprofit chapter of the National Audubon Society, and we believe that birds are not just beautiful—they’re vital. They’re messengers of ecosystem health, and when we protect them, we also nurture the well-being of our communities, the environment, and the planet. The Curious Bird is part of a larger effort to uplift what we call a voice of the sky—a growing community of people, like you, who feel called to speak up, act boldly, and care deeply for the future of Earth and all her wild beings.

Our goal is to share the stories of inspired advocates—and to reflect on the creativity, interconnectedness, and wonder that the natural world awakens in us. We hope these stories spark lifelong learning, deepen your sense of stewardship, and remind us all of the power of collective care.

If you enjoy these conversations, please consider donating to the Denver Audubon! Your support helps us keep our work going and these conversations flowing.

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Denver Audubon
Biological Sciences Nature & Ecology Science
Episodes
  • A Sense of Belonging- Coexistence and Interconnectedness as Pillars of Conservation
    Jul 24 2025

    Reconnecting not only with each other, but with our wild communities is essential for elevating coexistence and conservation efforts. In this episode, Denver Audubon's Communications Manager, Dori, speaks with Emily M. Davenport, CWR, RVT. Emily is a veterinary professional, wildlife rehabilitator with an expertise in Raptors, and the founder of Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance.

    After nearly two decades devoted to providing care to both pets and wildlife, Emily noticed a deep need for collaboration among the broad spectrum of wildlife professionals. Through embracing her love of animals, her drive to empower and support professionals, and the desire to enlighten the community on the topics of conservation and coexistence, she founded the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance in 2017. For the last 13 years, RWMA has provided care and protection to wildlife, as well as education to both the public and developing professionals.

    In this episode, Dori and Emily discuss the logistics and lessons of wildlife rehabilitation. They reflect on the importance of education, remembering our interconnectedness, and how community is not only a critical catalyst for change, but a necessary ingredient in sustainable impact. Together, they lean into possibility, find hope and connection amid ecological grief, and explore the myriad of accessible ways one can be an inspired advocate.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Animal Nerds- Why Joy, Hope, and Laughter matter in Conservation
    Jul 14 2025

    We need hope more than ever! In this episode, Denver Audubon’s Communications Manager Dori Edwards, interviews Dave Johnson. In 2014, after losing a dear friend and conservation ally, Katie Adamson, to her battle with cancer, Zookeeper Dave Johnson founded the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund- a community-based conservation organization operating from the Denver, Colorado area. For over a decade, the organization has been dedicated to a global mission of wildlife protection and cultural compassion through unique methods built upon their conservation imperative- helping people helps animals.

    Throughout the episode, Dori and Dave explore the importance of joy, love, community, education, and inspired action in the conservation space. Together, they laugh, cry, and marvel at the miracle of life on this planet, all while discussing creative solutions for better coexistence.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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