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Okay, But... Birds

Dr. Scott Taylor
Bird Behavior
Chickadees
Dinosaur Nuggets
Ecologists
Ornithologists
Bird Watching
Ecosystems
Avian Influenza
H5N1
Bird Monogamy
Disease Ecology
Cornell Lab Of Ornithology
Extra Pair Copulation
North America
Biodiversity
Biosecurity
Bird Migration
Sexy Sons Hypothesis
Cognitive Ability In Birds
Habitat Loss

Hosted by evolutionary biologist Dr. Scott Taylor, Okay, But... Birds explores the drama, brilliance, and science behind bird life. Each snackable 30-minute episode blends smart storytelling, expert interviews, and a touch of humor to reveal how birds shape our world . No jargon. No binoculars required. Just real science, quirky insights, and bird-brained drama you’ll want to share at brunch. Beca... more

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Latest Episodes

Every spring and fall, billions of birds pull off the most ambitious commutes on Earth. In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor is joined by Dr. Nate Senner, Mass Audubon Bertrand Chair for Ornithology in the Department of Environmental Conservation a... more

Bird flu used to sound like a “poultry industry problem.” Now it’s showing up everywhere and rewriting the rules for wild birds, ecosystems, and what “outbreak” even means. In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor is joined by Dr. Nichola Hill, disease... more

One day you’re proudly sitting at 312 species… and the next day your list is missing a bird (or two). What happened? In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor is joined by Dr. Dave Toews, Assistant Professor at Penn State, to pull back the curtain on bi... more

Bird populations are vanishing—quietly, and fast. In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor and Dr. John Fitzpatrick, Director Emeritus of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, unpack the landmark “3 Billion Birds” study: what it actually showed, how scientis... more

Birds “mate for life”… or do they? In this episode, host Dr. Scott Taylor and Dr. Carrie Branch, Assistant Professor at Western University, pull back the curtain on avian relationships and sort out what’s romance, what’s strategy, and what’s just rea... more

Okay, But... Birds is a weekly science-meets-storytelling podcast hosted by evolutionary biologist Dr. Scott Taylor. Each episode dives into one weird-but-true bird question through smart, funny storytelling and lively interviews with ornithologists,... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Nate Senner
Mass Audubon Bertrand Chair for Ornithology in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Episode: Okay, but why fly from the Arctic to Antarctica and back every year?
Dr. Nichola Hill
Disease ecologist and assistant professor at UMass Boston studying disease emergence from animal reservoirs.
UMass Boston
Episode: Okay, but bird flu is really bad, right?
Dr. John Fitzpatrick
Former director of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, expert in bird conservation and research
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Episode: Okay, but how do you lose 3 billion birds?
Carrie Branch
Ornithologist and assistant professor at Western University, who studies bird behavior and extra pair mating.
Western University
Episode: Okay, but is bird monogamy just PR?

Host

Scott Taylor
Host and evolutionary biologist who brings humor and a wealth of knowledge to discussions about birds and their ecological roles.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Love this one!

    My kid is really into birds and we stumbled upon this podcast as it started up. Each week so far he begs to check if there is new episode to listen as we are driving in the car. Keep up the excellent, informative and accessible content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NCC geek
    United States21 days ago
  • Love it!!!

    Wonderfully informative and entertaining discussions about the science of birds. Accessible, interesting, and well-constructed. I love that I can listen to this with my children.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CanadianBirdDad
    Canada24 days ago
  • Next episode please!

    As a casual but enthusiastic observer of birds, I’m loving that this show is both scientific and accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AgimaCO
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the show's entertaining blend of humor and science, making it enjoyable for families and casual bird enthusiasts alike.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and educational content that makes complex avian topics accessible to all ages.
The podcast is praised for its informative discussions that foster a love for birds and wildlife among listeners of diverse backgrounds.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#15
United States/Science/Nature
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#114
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#10
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#66
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#241
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
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#37
Japan/Science/Nature
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#139
New Zealand/Science/Nature
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#205
Switzerland/Science/Nature
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#248
Japan/Science

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Okay, but why fly from the Arctic to Antarctica and back every year?
Q: How have you noticed climate change impacting their migration, whether timing or their breeding success?
Initially, Godwits were migrating earlier due to climate shifts, but recent observations show they are arriving later, indicating a concerning trend in their migratory timing.
Okay, but why fly from the Arctic to Antarctica and back every year?
Q: Why would birds migrate, you know, in the case of the Arctic tern, from the Arctic to Antarctica and back every year?
Birds migrate primarily for resources such as food and shelter, moving away from declining resources to locations where conditions are more favorable.
Okay, but bird flu is really bad, right?
Q: How is this current strain different from past versions of avian flu?
This particular strain of H5N1 seems to have high fitness in wild birds, allowing it to replicate quickly and effectively, differing from earlier strains that were more suited to poultry.
Okay, but bird flu is really bad, right?
Q: How did you start working on avian flu, specifically H5N1?
After completing my PhD in studying parasitism in marsupials, I transitioned to focusing on avian flu, finding it kept me very busy.
Okay, but how do you lose 3 billion birds?
Q: What do we do about it?
We have to maintain hope that policy can change, analyzing how chemicals impact the ecosystem and taking action based on evidence.

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3. Dr. John Fitzpatrick
4. Carrie Branch

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