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Music to Our Ears
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One of Jessica Rugh Frantz’s favorite things about being the director of development at BirdNote is getting to hear from listeners about how much they love our programs. Listener support is what makes this show possible. Just like how we love our backyard birds and take steps to help them thrive, we hope you’ll do the same for BirdNote by making a donation today.
BirdNote®
Music to Our Ears
Written by Jessica Rugh Frantz
This is BirdNote. I’m Jessica Rugh Frantz, the show’s development director.
As we wrap up our week of fundraising episodes, I want to remind you that listener support is what makes this show possible. You can donate now at BirdNote dot org.
[Birdsong]
One of my favorite things about working at BirdNote is the genuine response I get when meeting our listeners — usually, “Oh my gosh, I LOVE BIRDNOTE!”
And then, having the opportunity to talk to them about the work we do. Our team of writers, scientists, narrators, and producers works hard to bring you inspiring stories every day. So when we hear someone say…
Listener voice: “I love BirdNote!”
It’s music to our ears.
BirdNote’s storytelling is so powerful because it comes from a deep love of birds — and our belief that when you love something, you feel moved to protect it. Because YOU love BirdNote, we’re asking you to support our work at birdnote.org.
Just like how we love our backyard birds and take steps to help them thrive, we hope you’ll do the same for BirdNote.
[Voices montage]
“I love BirdNote!”
“I love BirdNote!”
“I love BirdNote!”
Show your love for birds and BirdNote by making a donation today at BirdNote dot org.
Thank you for your support. I’m Jessica Rugh Frantz.
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Senior Producer: Mark Bramhill
Producer: Sam Johnson
Managing Editor: Jazzi Johnson
Content Director: Jonese Franklin
BirdNote’s theme was composed and played by Nancy Rumbel and John Kessler.
© 2025 BirdNote April 2025
Narrator: Jessica Rugh Frantz
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