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. Because birds aren’t background. Birds are cool.
Okay, But... Birds
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Podcast Overview
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. Because birds aren’t background. Birds are cool.
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
Okay, but did birds invent music?
Host [Host Name] interviews ornithologist Dr. Hollis Taylor about whether birdsong, specifically the Pied Butcherbird's complex vocalizations, constitutes true music, offering insights into avian creativity and our perception of it.
July 9, 2026
Okay, but is the dawn chorus getting quieter?
Host Scott speaks with Dr. Dan Mennill, a professor at the University of Windsor, about the purpose of the dawn chorus and what its thinning signifies.
July 2, 2026
Okay, but what's it like as a bird at the top of the world?
Evolutionary biologist Dr. Chris Witt discusses how birds thrive in Earth's thinnest air, revealing adaptations like self-rewriting hummingbird blood and improbable high-altitude survival.
32 total episodes available with 23 transcripts
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