19 Best Observation Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Escape the daily grind and immerse yourself in the natural world. Rich in imagery, sound, and information, BirdNote inspires you to notice the world around you. more

The American Birding Podcast brings together staff and friends of the American Birding Association as we talk about birds, birding, travel and conservation in North America and beyond. Join host Nate Swick every Thursday for news and happenings, recent rarities, guests from around the birding world, and features of interest to every birder. more

Discover the night sky with Sky & Telescope's J. Kelly Beatty

Crrow777 has been filming and questioning space, the moon and our sun for many years and has many thousands of hours of observation and filming time through large telescopes. more

Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds is a call-in show of entertaining conversation about wild birds -- attracting them to your back yard, identifying them, feeding them, and learning more about them along the way. Every week, we have contests for prizes like bird feeders and other great bird-related stuff, along with expert guests. So, whether you're an experienced birder, or you're new to birding, listen in, and be part of the show by calling in with a question, sharing some information or observations, or trying for one of our prizes. It's birdwatching--in the backyard and beyond. more

Birdy. Proudly nerdy. Not-so-subtly obsessive. Delve into all things birding and birding culture with George Armistead, Alvaro Jaramillo, and Mollee Brown. Join us for light-hearted conversations on birds, conservation, travel, and more. We're here for the 'life' in our life lists! more

The multi-award-winning podcast helping everyone, everywhere connect with nature by discovering more about the birds around us. Hosted by actor and longtime birder, Sean Bean. Get Birding's purpose has been recognised by awards including: British Podcast Awards 2022 & 2025: Climate & Sustainability Audio Production Awards 2024: Best New Voice, & Climate Anthem Award 2022 & Lovies Award 2023: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Past hosts include BBC Wild Isles presenter & Strictly winner Hamza Yassin; 23 year old ornithologist & environmentalist Dr Mya-Rose Craig; and YouTuber City Girl in Nature, and our supporters include RSPB, National Trust, Natural History Museum, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.

Pause for a moment and take the time for some reflection. The small but magical moments of everyday life can provide calmness when things get busy. Author, actor, and social media personality Miranda Keeling invites you to join her on her walks to share these experiences, and to encourage you to stop and notice the world around you. Through her keen observations, Miranda brings to life the often-overlooked details of the world around us. Her popular Twitter account inspired this podcast, and now she shares her insights with you in sound, thanks to our 3D recordings that let you experience everything as if you were right there with her. Miranda's daily walks are an opportunity for gratitude and reflection, and she encourages listeners to join her in taking a moment to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us. Our short but lovingly crafted episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday and offer a brief escape from life's hustle. Whether you're looking for inspiration or simply need a break from the chaos, the British Podcast Award-winning 'Stopping to Notice' is the perfect podcast for you.Follow us on your favorite podcast platform and connect with Miranda on Twitter @MirandaKeeling and don't forget to check out her book, 'The Year I Stopped To Notice,' for even more insight into living a mindful life.If you've felt the benefit of stopping to notice the beauty around you, please consider rating the podcast 5 stars. Produced by Oli Seymour for Fresh Air Production, our artwork is designed by Kim Elson and Gemma Rhead, with Neil Cowling and Michaela Hallam serving as executive producers. more

The astronomy podcast from the makers of BBC Sky at Night Magazine.

The Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers was founded in 1947 and promotes observing of the solar system. Both amateur and professional astronomers work together to further our understanding of the universe. more

Join me as I interview avid birders to learn more about birds, birding and those who love both. Each episode will include a closer look at a specific bird. Visit @lookingatbirdspodcast on Instagram for pictures of some of the birds mentioned in each episode. New episodes release monthly, sometimes more frequently. more

The Mindful Birding Podcast Cultivating the health benefits and joy of Mindful Birding Join co-hosts Holly Merker and Holly Thomas, along with other voices of the Mindful Birding Network and beyond, as we explore topics surrounding the practice of Mindful Birding. Episodes will delve into this style of observation, which pairs together elements of mindfulness and birding, amplifying the personal wellness benefits of both. Here, you'll find episodes featuring insights into Mindful Birding from people around the globe, science segments, author interviews, tips for enhancing your Mindful Birding practice, plus a spotlight on the joy of birdsong.  more

A podcast dedicated to exploring nature all around us and hopefully instilling in our listeners a curiosity and appreciation for the wildlife around us. Join us as we share some amazing observations, interesting and educational facts, and stories about the incredible diversity of flora and fauna found here in the Southeastern United States. Your hosts are Marvin and Gabrielle Bouknight, and Marvin has been a professional naturalist and wildlife biologist for over 30 years and he and his wife, Gabrielle have shared many adventures exploring habitats and observing the amazing flora and fauna of the southeastern United States. To contact us, you can follow us on Facebook at Nature Nook Wildlife Photography (https://www.facebook.com/NatureNookWildlifePhotography), or email us at ****@gmail.com. To SIGN UP/SUBSCRIBE to our podcasts, simply download your favorite podcast app on your mobile device (we can be found on all the Apple iOS and Android OS apps) and look up 'WALKIN'ON THE WILD SIDE' or you can visit our website at https://walkinonthewildside.buzzsprout.com and click on your favorite app (see below, if you're viewing this from our web site). It will take you to the site and our podcast. Click 'subscribe' and you're ready to go WALKIN' ON THE WILD SIDE! more

Discover the wonder of the night sky from your own backyard, travel to a dark sky location, and listen to the star stories of other cultures and civilizations. Night Sky Tourist helps the entire family connect with nature by engaging with the stars, moon, and planets. more

Mike Murray from the Delta College Planetarium takes a look at what's up in the night sky. Things are happening all the time in the backyard universe, and many of them don't require a telescope to see and enjoy. more

thriveGEO presents Season 15 of this podcast, bringing you informal discussions about the cool things in the world of Earth observation. If you have questions, comments or corrections about this podcast, you can contact us on LinkedIn. Don't forget to watch us on YouTube ! more

Learning to Bird by Ear. Come with me as I learn to bird by ear. I created this podcast to help me learn how to identify birds by the sounds they make. So if you want to learn how to bird by ear too come along and lets learn some bird sounds together. I will focus specifically on birds that live commonly in my area, which is northern Utah. more

Watching the Sun, Moon and Planets