Trish O'Kane
Environmental activist and author of "Birding to Change the World", a memoir detailing her journey from investigative journalist to ornithologist and advocate for environmental justice.
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Feb 22, 2024 • 45min
08-08: Still Birding to Change the World with Trish O'Kane
Trish O'Kane, author of 'Birding to Change the World,' shares her journey from bird enthusiast to activist. She discusses protecting urban parks, engaging city officials, and the transformative power of birding in uniting communities. The podcast also highlights tracking Emperor Penguin colonies and the importance of environmental education.
Feb 7, 2025 • 21min
'The Serviceberry' and 'Birding to Change the World' draw lessons from nature
Robin Wall Kimmerer, a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, discusses her book 'The Serviceberry,' emphasizing economies of abundance and nature's teachings. She advocates for a shift from consumerism to gratitude and interconnectedness. Trish O'Kane, an environmental activist and author of 'Birding to Change the World,' shares her transformative journey from journalist to ornithologist after Hurricane Katrina. She highlights nature's healing power and community engagement through birding, illustrating how observing birds can nurture well-being and connection.
