Why is it a murder of crows? A dazzle of zebras? A rhumba of rattlesnakes?
Welcome to A Gather of Gatherings, a poetic, playful, and story-rich podcast exploring the curious world of collective nouns—and the surprising stories they unlock.

In this introductory episode, host Kellie Raines invites you into the heart of the show: where grammar meets folklore, where language spirals into wonder, and where imagination is very much encouraged.

You’ll hear how a single odd phrase—like a kettle of hawks or a mob of meerkats—can become a launching point into nature, culture, creative nonfiction, fictional interviews, sound-rich storytelling, and more.

Whether you're a word nerd, a nature lover, a history buff, or simply curious about how we name and narrate the world—we’re so glad you’ve gathered here.

Show Notes

Host, Producer, Writer: Kellie Raines

Interviewees

Kate Marden, Founder and Owner of West Coast Falconry
Dame Julianna Berners, portrayed by Kelley Ogden (fictional interview)

If I Were a Hawk Writers/Voices (in order of appearance)
Each person below wrote and voiced their own “If I Were a Hawk…” content

Leah Daugherty

Music

Music courtesy of Melodie Music.

Melodie Music Subscription: Pro Plan, Lifetime

Title: Acoustic Minor Swing Artist: Bill Palmer; Composers: Palmer William John (APRA: 00536259538) 100% Publisher: Melodie Music Pty Ltd (APRA: 865412820) 100% CAT ID MEL331_03_1 ISRC AU-NZK-20-01874 Release year: 2020
https://melod.ie/track-details/1647-acoustic-minor-swing

Sound Effects
SoundSnap (pro subscription)

Referenced Resources or Links

Special Thanks
David, Alice, Colleen, Rose, Shawn, Agnes, Olivia, Shannon, and the Witches

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