Hey Firebird: A Daily Dose of Fabulousness
Meet Florence, an inquisitive little bird who's grown up amongst pigeons but has far too many ideas, interests and dreams to spend her life simply following the flock! Join Wendy Friston for a few minutes of fabulousness every day, where Florence and her feathered friends bring you funny little stories, unexpected adventures and plenty of reasons to smile. Along the way, we'll explore the ups and downs of everyday life, from confidence, creativity and wellbeing to friendships, finding your mojo and making more time for the things you love. Whether you're feeling a little frazzled, fancy a giggle or just...
Just Having a Look…
Percy Pigeon has finally ventured beyond the pigeon patch to see what all the fuss is about at the Festival of Feathers. But will anything impress him?
Find out what happens when Percy encounters a rather unusual nest.Why it’s easy to dismiss something before you’ve really given it a chance.How the smallest detail can sometimes grab your interest in unexpected ways.And why trying something different doesn’t mean you have to change everything you already enjoy.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Everybody Knows Everybody…
Ever arrived somewhere new and felt like everybody already knows everybody else?
Meet Ernie Sparrow, who’s come to the Festival of Feathers to see what all the fuss is about.Why feeling confident doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll feel comfortable in every situation.How a friendly introduction can make all the difference when you’re finding your feet.And why finding your flock doesn’t mean finding people who are exactly like you.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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But This Looks Even Better!
Ever been so excited about your next big idea that you haven’t quite got around to starting the last one?
See how Molly’s wonderful ideas keep getting replaced by something that looks even more exciting.Think about why the promise of a better way can sometimes stop you making a start with what you’ve already got.Why it's worth giving an idea a chance before deciding to try another one.Find out why having different kinds of support together in one place might be just what you’ve been looking for.Come and meet the...
One Thing Led to Another…
Who'd have thought that having a little nosy around the woodland could lead to all this?
See how Florence went from knowing nobody to becoming part of something fabulous.What you might miss when you keep putting off things you're interested in.And why sometimes it's worth following your curiosity, even if you haven't got the foggiest idea where it'll take you.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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There’s room on the branch for you!
And while you’r...
That's Not How I Remember It…
Ever returned somewhere you knew like the back of your hand, only to wonder whether you’ve got completely lost?
Think about why familiar places can feel so strange when they’ve changed while you’ve been away.See how easily you can start questioning yourself when what you remember doesn’t match what’s in front of you.Consider why the skills and experience you’ve gained don’t disappear just because your circumstances have changed.Notice how somebody with fresh knowledge and somebody with years of experience can have a surprising amount to offer each other.Come a...
You Never Know What You'll Find…
It’s surprising what you can stumble across when you follow your curiosity and have a little look around!
Think about how getting involved in something new can introduce you to interests and opportunities you never expected.See why leaving a little room for spontaneity can be just as enjoyable as having everything planned.Consider how quickly an unfamiliar place can become somewhere you feel at home.Notice how a fresh pair of eyes can sometimes be useful to somebody who thinks they already know their way around.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Who Told You That?
Just because somebody sounds absolutely certain doesn’t necessarily mean they’ve got their facts right!
Think about how easily a confident voice can make an assumption sound like a fact.See what can happen when information gets passed around without anybody checking where it came from.Consider why hearing the same thing repeatedly doesn’t automatically make it true.Remember that asking a simple question can save a surprising amount of confusion.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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But I Promised!
What happens when you’ve promised to be in two places at once, and somebody’s counting on you in both?
Think about why changing plans can feel so uncomfortable when you genuinely don’t want to let anybody down.See how easy it is to offer another solution before you’ve worked out whether it’s actually possible.Consider why trying to keep everybody happy can sometimes make things more complicated for everyone.Remember that being dependable also means being realistic about what you can manage.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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A Very Safe Place…
Ever put something somewhere so safe that you can’t remember where on earth you’ve hidden it?
See how easily one interesting distraction can lead to another until you’ve completely lost track of what you were doing.Think about why retracing your steps isn’t always as straightforward as it sounds.Notice how a question from somebody else can help you see something you’ve overlooked.Remember how useful it can be to have somebody to share ideas with when you’re going round in circles.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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It's All in the Timing…
Sometimes all it takes is a little help from the right person to make something that seemed impossible feel possible again!
See how a different way of explaining something can make it much easier to understand.Think about why hearing somebody else’s early mishaps can make your own mistakes feel less embarrassing.Notice how quickly confidence comes back when you start making progress at something you’ve been struggling with.Consider how easy it is to get distracted when you’re surrounded by exciting ideas and possibilities.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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You've Changed...
Sometimes going back to what’s familiar helps you realise just how much you’ve grown!
Think about why returning to familiar ways can feel tempting when something new becomes difficult.See how different people can be perfectly happy wanting very different things from life.Consider what happens when the things you used to be content with no longer feel quite enough.Remember that struggling with something new doesn’t automatically mean it’s time to give up.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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They Make It Look So Easy…
It’s amazing how quickly your confidence can wobble when everybody else seems to know exactly what they’re doing!
Think about why learning something new can feel especially difficult when you’re surrounded by people who are already good at it.See how easy it is to compare your first attempts with somebody else’s years of practice.Consider how worrying about what other people think can make you question abilities you were excited to develop.Remember that finding something difficult at first doesn’t mean you’ll never be good at it.Come and meet the flo...
Something's Got to Give...
When everything sounds exciting, how on earth are you supposed to choose what to do first?
Think about why having lots of interests can make choosing between them surprisingly difficult.See how easy it is to fill your time with things you enjoy, only to find you’ve had little time for something that really matters to you.Consider the difference between being eager to do something and giving yourself enough time to get good at it.Remember that even when something looks effortless, there’s often a lot of practice behind the scenes.Come and meet...
Isn't That Enough?
Just because you’re good at something doesn’t mean you have to turn it into something bigger!
See how a genuine compliment can come with expectations that the other person doesn't share.Think about why somebody else’s idea of success might be completely different from your own.Notice how easy it is to get carried away with your own ideas for somebody, without stopping to ask what they'd actually like to do.Remember that enjoying something for its own sake can be every bit as worthwhile as turning it into an achievement.Come and meet t...
Marching to Your Own Beat...
Sometimes the best way to get your enthusiasm back is to get involved in something you love!
Think about how somebody else’s lack of interest can make you question your own excitement.See why you don’t need everyone around you to share your interests before you enjoy them.Consider how trying something new can bring back a sense of fun, energy and possibility.Remember that making room for new interests doesn’t mean leaving old friendships behind.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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But I Thought You'd Love It!
It’s lovely when somebody shares your excitement, but what happens when they’re not interested in the slightest?
Think about why it can feel surprisingly disappointing when somebody you care about doesn’t share your enthusiasm.See why having different interests doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with a friendship.Consider how new people and experiences can add to your life without replacing the friendships you already value.Remember that somebody else’s lack of interest doesn’t make the things you love any less worthwhile.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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There's Room for More…
There’s something fabulous about finding somewhere you can be yourself and feel genuinely welcome!
Think about the difference between fitting in with everybody else and finding somewhere you really belong.See how being appreciated for your ideas, interests and disposition can give you the confidence to try something new.Explore why you don’t need to know everything or have something impressive to offer before getting involved.Consider how new friendships and opportunities can add to your life without replacing the people and things you already love.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Just Because You Can…
Sometimes the hardest part of helping somebody is knowing when you've done enough!
See how easily somebody else's worries can become your responsibility, even when they don't need to be.Think about why saying no can feel uncomfortable, particularly when you don't want to disappoint somebody.Recognise the difference between being supportive and putting your own plans on hold.Remember that caring about somebody doesn't mean you have to manage every problem or feeling for them.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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<...All in a Flap...
When something you’ve always relied on suddenly changes, it’s amazing how quickly your imagination can run away with you!
Explore why routines can feel so reassuring, even when they’re not necessarily the best option.See how easily we can jump to conclusions when we don’t know what’s happening.Think about the difference between being comfortable with something and being afraid to try anything else.Enjoy a subtle reminder that exploring another possibility doesn’t mean throwing everything we know out of the window.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Trying to Be Normal?
It’s amazing how much easier life can feel when you don’t have to worry about fitting in or living up to everybody else’s expectations!
Explore why different personalities and ways of doing things can sometimes clash, even when everyone means well.Think about the labels you’ve picked up over the years and whether they still influence how you behave.See why being welcomed for who you are feels very different from trying to earn everybody else’s approval.Consider how easy it is to become so used to helping others that making time for yourself s...Who Said That?
Being good at something is fabulous, but sometimes a fresh pair of eyes can make all the difference!
See what happens when somebody else's perspective challenges the way you've always done things.Think about how different personalities, strengths and ideas can make life more interesting, especially when we're willing to learn from one another.Enjoy a reminder that finding your people doesn't mean having to be exactly like everybody else.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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There's a Whole World Out There!
Florence is heading somewhere she’s never been before, and she’s beginning to realise just how much she’s been missing!
Join Florence and Hetty as they venture beyond the familiar pigeon patch for a rather unexpected adventure.Enjoy Florence’s excitement as she explores somewhere new and finds plenty to distract her along the way.See how a little curiosity can open up possibilities you might never have considered.Think about the interests, experiences or opportunities you could explore without having to give up the things you already love.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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You Mean, Me?
Florence has some exciting news to share, but Hetty the Owl isn't quite giving her the reaction she expected!
Join Florence as she races around the park looking for someone who might finally explain what's happening to her.Enjoy the contrast between Florence's infectious excitement and Hetty's wonderfully unhurried approach.See what happens when someone recognises something in you that you haven't quite recognised in yourself.Think about the compliments, encouragement or unexpected observations you've received that made you wonder whether other people see you differently from how you see yourself.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
...Have you looked at yourself lately?
When was the last time you took a proper look at yourself and noticed something you hadn't seen before?
Join Florence and Percy at the pond, where getting a good look at yourself isn't quite as easy as you might think.Enjoy Florence's excitement and Percy's usual fussing as they try to make sense of something unexpected.See how the way we think about ourselves can sometimes lag behind the changes happening in our lives.Think about the interests, abilities or possibilities you might be overlooking simply because you've always thought of yourself in a particular way.<...
There's Something Different About You…
Florence has been so busy looking for answers that she might have overlooked something rather important!
Find out why Percy Pigeon is so concerned about what's happening to Florence's wing.Join Florence as she tries some rather entertaining ways to see what Percy is pointing at.See what happens when something you've dismissed as unimportant turns out to deserve a closer look.Think about the changes happening in your own life that you might not have noticed because you've been concentrating on something else.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Everybody Says So… But Who's Everybody?
Just because somebody sounds like they know what they’re talking about, does that mean they actually do?
Meet a rather talkative parrot who’s got plenty to say but might not have all his facts straight.Join Florence as she hears something that could help her solve the mystery of her purple-and-gold feather.See why Florence isn’t particularly interested in going along with everybody else’s opinions.Think about how often we accept something as true simply because we’ve heard other people saying it.Come and meet the flock! 🔥
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Now We're Getting Somewhere! Or Are We?
Florence has finally found someone who seems to know what she’s talking about, but getting a straight answer is proving harder than she expected!
Meet Hetty the Owl, who has a very different approach to Florence’s endless questions.Find out what happens when Florence’s enthusiasm meets someone who isn’t quite so quick to give everything away.Explore why curiosity is worth encouraging, even when the people around you don’t always understand it.Think about those times you’ve been so busy searching for answers that you might have overlooked something right in front of you....
A Little Bird Told Me...
Florence has a question nobody seems able to answer, and Percy Pigeon isn't making things any easier!
Follow Florence as she tries to solve the mystery of the purple-and-gold feather.Meet Percy Pigeon, who likes everything just the way it is and isn’t at all impressed by Florence’s latest adventure.Discover what happens when your excitement about something isn’t shared by the people around you.Think about the ideas and interests you’ve been tempted to put aside because somebody else couldn’t see the point.Find out why asking the right questions might mean finding so...A Flash of Purple and Gold.
Florence has a little mystery on her wings, and the pigeons are still expecting her to keep up!
Find out what’s got Florence so excited and why she’s determined to discover where her mysterious feather came from.Join Florence as she imagines what’s beyond the park and the everyday pigeon routine.Think about the interests and ideas you’ve put aside because you haven’t had the time or couldn’t see the point.And find out why Florence’s curiosity might be about to cause a few more ruffled feathers!Come and meet the flock...
There's Something About Florence.
Ever feel like you’re flapping around trying to keep up with everybody else, while all the things you’d really love to do keep getting pushed to tomorrow? Meet Florence, an inquisitive tiny fledgling who’s grown up among pigeons and is trying her very best to be one of them. The trouble is, she keeps getting distracted by all the interesting things happening around her, and the other pigeons don’t seem nearly as excited about them as she is!
In the very first episode of Hey Firebird: A Daily Dose of Fabulousness, we meet Florence...
Welcome to Hey Firebird! | Official Podcast Trailer
What could a bunch of slightly bonkers birds possibly teach us about life, work and everything in between?
Quite a lot, as it happens! Especially when one of them is questioning who she really is, another has an opinion about absolutely everything, and a certain parrot can’t stop repeating himself.
I’m Wendy Friston, and I’ve always loved a good story, especially one that makes you laugh and then catches you thinking about it later. That’s the idea behind Hey Firebird: A Daily Dose of Fabulousness.
