When you start a new hobby or business or job there can be a transition period where you feel like a bit of a poser. There are also those who don't have the credentials yet feel like they have truly become the thing they emulate. Tom talks about what it has been like breaking into the birding world this past year. Is feeling like a poser all in his head? And how badly can he mess up a rare bird sighting? Meanwhile, Hardee kills us with his least-favorite Christmas tradition and then tells us what it's like to have a sword swinging at your head. Originally recorded before Thanksgiving, we also ask the very important question: does The Birdman eat turkey??

Featured music:
"Show Your Tattoos" by Lil Boosie & Webbie feat. UGK
"Jurassic Park - Main Theme" by John Williams
"WUUUU!" by Scotty B

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Hardee Merrit (aka Ninja) is the owner of Chapel Hill Quest Martial Arts. He has been studying To-Shin Do Ninjitsu for 21 years and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 16 years. He is an avid outdoorsman. Many of his skills, teachings, and product reviews are shared on his website The Ninja Everyday.

Tom Ferguson (aka The Birdman) is a chef/entrepreneur who is currently the CEO of Rise. A workaholic who has faced many struggles in his life, he now finds solace in the practice of birdwatching and photography and hopes to share this experience with others. To connect with him and fellow birders check out Your Birding Story on Facebook.

Look for brand new podcasts from each of our hosts coming soon on the Busy Waves Network.

Produced, recorded, and edited by Jon Gregory (aka Juan Huevos)
Music by Jon Gregory