Kirsty Costa (Host)

How might modern augury become part of Australian birdwatching?

Leanne, I didn't know what augury was.

Thank you for teaching me this new word.

Clearly, I don't digest enough Roman history.

Augury refers to an omen, a token or a sign that predicts what will happen in the future.

Jonah, do you think that modern augury might become more part of Australian birdwatching?

Really important conversation to have.

Thanks so much for submitting your question, Leanne.

All right, we're finishing the episode with two quick questions.

The first one is from Tom H., who wants to know, Kirsty, what's your most memorable Weekend Birder episode?

Tom, thanks for asking that question.

It's really hard for me to answer because they're all my favourites, and I'm not just saying that to be nice.

Every Weekend Birder episode is an absolute joy to put together, and I learn so much, just like you do, from each of our amazing guests.

I guess one that I'll always treasure is actually the very first episode I did.

I got to interview my mum about her love of birds and I learnt so much about what birds mean to her and that was really special.

And I think it also set the tone for Weekend Bird R that this is not a celebrity podcast.

This is a community podcast and it's about people who really love birds and everyone is always welcome.

Thanks so much for your question, John.

And our final question is from Abby P, who asks, what is next for Weekend Birder?

Thanks for your curiosity about this, Abby.