Episode 3

The King Bird-of-Paradise – A Crown of Fire in the Canopy

In this episode of Glisten of Birds, Adrian Adair, a passionate ambassador for birds and nature, takes us deep into the emerald heart of the rainforest to meet a creature unlike any other. The King Bird-of-Paradise—a living jewel, a feathered fire in the treetops, a bird whose very existence feels like a secret whispered by the wild.

Through poetic storytelling, scientific wonder, and deep symbolism, this episode explores the breathtaking beauty and ritualistic dance of this extraordinary bird. From its flaming red plumage and spiraled tail feathers to its hypnotic courtship displays, we unravel what the King Bird-of-Paradise teaches us—not just about survival, but about presence, allure, and the power of being seen.

The King Bird-of-Paradise does not fight for power. It does not command with strength. It rules through radiance.

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Glisten of Birds

Glisten of Birds explores the beauty, mystery, and symbolism of birds through poetic storytelling and science. Hosted by Adrian Adair, an ambassador for birds and nature, each episode unveils the wonders of the avian world, one flight at a time

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Adrian Adair

Adrian Adair is a storyteller, bird photographer, and ambassador for birds and nature, dedicated to unveiling the hidden wonders of the avian world through poetic narration and immersive storytelling. With a deep reverence for the natural world, he weaves together science, folklore, and the unseen magic of flight, guiding listeners on a journey beyond feathers and wings—into the very heart of the wild.

As the creator and host of Glisten of Birds, Adrian brings an unparalleled voice to the realm of nature-inspired storytelling. His work is not just about birds—it is about the stories they carry, the myths they inspire, and the quiet lessons they teach about resilience, beauty, and transformation. Through his carefully crafted episodes, he sheds light on the majestic and the overlooked, the legendary and the real, inviting his audience to see birds not just as creatures of flight but as symbols of wisdom, mystery, and the enduring connection between sky and earth.

A lifelong observer of the natural world, Adrian’s work extends beyond podcasting. As a bird photographer and conservation advocate, he captures the fleeting moments of avian life—snapshots of untamed elegance, frozen in time. Whether through lens or language, his mission remains the same: to honor the winged beings that share our world and to inspire others to listen to the whispers of the wind, where every bird carries a story waiting to be told.

Because some birds do not just fly.
They glisten.