Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria

Cara Santa Maria
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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 3min

Writing Science w/ Anne E. Greene

Anne E. Greene, a biologist and expert in science writing, delves into the importance of clear communication in the scientific community. She shares insights from her book, emphasizing the transition from complex jargon to accessible language. The discussion highlights the evolution of English and its impact on storytelling in science. Greene illustrates how diverse backgrounds shape writing styles and the need to engage readers through compelling narratives. Practical tips for overcoming writing challenges are also explored, showcasing the art of transforming complex ideas into relatable stories.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 1h

The Stronger Sex w/ Starre Vartan

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by author and Science & Environment Writer, Starre Vartan. They discuss Starre’s newest book, “The Stronger Sex: What Science Tells Us about the Power of the Female Body.” Follow: @StarreVartan
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 6min

More Than Words w/ Maryellen MacDonald

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by psycholinguist and Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Language Sciences at the University of Wisconsin−Madison, Dr. Maryellen MacDonald. They discuss her book, More Than Words: How Talking Sharpens the Mind and Shapes Our World. Follow Maryellen: @maryellenmacdonald
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Jul 14, 2025 • 49min

Forever Chemicals w/ Rachel Frazin

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by author and Energy and Environment Reporter for The Hill, Rachel Frazin. They talk about her book, “Poisoning the Well: How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America” Follow Rachel: @RachelFrazin
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Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 8min

History of Photography w/ Anika Burgess

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by photo editor and writer Anika Burgess to discuss her new book, “Flashes of Brilliance: The Genius of Early Photography and How It Transformed Art, Science, and History.” Follow Anika: @aburgessphoto
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Jun 30, 2025 • 43min

Meltdown w/ Sarah Boon

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by environmental scientist turned freelance writer and editor, Sarah Boon. They discuss her new book, “Meltdown: The Making and Breaking of a Field Scientist” Follow Sarah: @snowhydro.bsky.social
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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 5min

Weird Universe w/ Erika Hamden

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by astrophysicist, University of Arizona Associate Professor, and Director of the Arizona Space Institute, Erika Hamden. We discuss her new book, “Weird Universe: Everything We Don’t Know About Space (and Why It’s Important).” Follow Erika: @erika.hamden
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Jun 16, 2025 • 54min

Silly Science w/ Carly Anne York

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by science communicator, author and associate professor at Lenoir-Rhyne University, Dr. Carly Anne York. They discuss her new book, “ The Salmon Cannon and the Levitating Frog: And Other Serious Discoveries of Silly Science.” Follow Carly: @CarlyAnneYork
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 1min

Reefs of Time w/ Lisa S. Gardiner

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by science writer, author, and geoscientist, Dr. Lisa S. Gardiner. They discuss her newly released book, Reefs of Time: What Fossils Reveal about Coral Survival . Follow Lisa: @Lisasgardiner
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Jun 3, 2025 • 54min

Animal Illness w/ Liz Kalaugher

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by science journalist and author, Liz Kalaugher. They discuss Liz’s newly released book, “The Elephant in the Room: How to Stop Making Ourselves and Other Animals Sick.” Follow Liz: @LizKalaugher

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