Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria
Cara Santa MariaDr. Cara Santa Maria is a clinical health psychologist, television presenter, and science communicator. Since 2014, her podcast Talk Nerdy has been a place for conversations with interesting people about interesting topics.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 613 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Natural SciencesScienceSociety & Culture | |||
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In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by author, and Associate Professor of Digital Humanities and Social Engagement at Dartmouth, Roopika Risam. They discuss her new book, Data Empire: The Power of Information to Organize, Control, and Domin... more
In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by author, and professor of linguistics at the University of Nevada, Reno, Valerie Fridland. They discuss Valerie’s new book, Why We Talk Funny: The Real Story Behind Our Accents. Follow Valerie: @liketot... more
In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by Harvard professor of Literature and of Folklore and Mythology, Dr. Maria Tatar. They discuss her new book, Arachnomania: Spiders and the Cultural Work They Do for Us. Follow Maria: @mariamtatar
In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by anthropologist, author, and associate professor of anthropology at Purdue University, Dr. Zoe Nyssa. They discuss her new book, Rarities: Conservation Science in a Time of Unintended Consequences.
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- All good science
Great podcast for current science, medical, historical and related cultural topics. Mostly interviews of recent authors. Always based on good science and academic research.
Apple Podcasts5grdavis53
United States6 months ago Lots of interesting perspectives and engaging conversations. Love the diversity of guests featured here.
Podchaser56 months agoparikhg01A very unique and special podcast that people should listen to.
Podcast Addict510 months agoLarian- Science is the limit
You should cover the HPV Vaccine that came out to help prevent cervical cancer that was so popular in 2010 or 2011. Despite the Catholic Church being opposed to it, a lot of women in that community got it, including an ex friend with benefits.
Apple Podcasts2Ray ReeseyUnited States2 years ago - Science communication is all about timing
The ads would have changed to Nevada ads when we all moved out here, not when James told you we all moved out here.
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #23 |  United Kingdom/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Canada/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #217 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #48 |  Germany/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  France/Science/Natural Sciences |
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What is Talk Nerdy about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on accessible conversations with scientists, researchers, clinicians, and authors who unpack complex topics in science, health, and society through in-depth, curious interviews. Episodes span astronomy, medicine, gastroenterology, criminology, ecology, genetics, and science communication, often pairing rigorous expert insight with personal storytelling. A notable throughline is the emphasis on evidence, public engagement, and real-world implications of research, from policy and health to the ethics of genetics and environmental change. The format tends to favor conversational depth with guests who are researchers, authors, or practitioners sharing practical knowledge and narrative context that helps listeners understand ho... more
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Recent guests on Talk Nerdy include:
1. Roopika Risam
2. Valerie Fridland
3. Maria Tatar
4. Zoe Nyssa
5. Jessica Riskin
6. Roxanne Khamsi
7. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein
8. Chad M. Topaz
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