Episodes

  • Intraterrestrials w/ Karen G. Lloyd

    Intraterrestrials w/ Karen G. Lloyd
    May 12 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by microbial biogeochemist, Professor of Earth Science and Wrigley Chair in Environmental Studies at the University of Southern California, Dr. Karen G. Lloyd. They discuss Karen’s new book, “Intraterrestrials: Discovering the Strangest Life on Earth.” Follow Karen: @KarenLloyd
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    59 mins
  • Historical Abortion w/ Mary Fissell

    Historical Abortion w/ Mary Fissell
    May 5 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by Inaugural J. Mario Molina Professor of the History of Medicine in the Department of the History of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Mary Fissell. They talk about her book, “Pushback: The 2,500-Year Fight to Thwart Women by Restricting Abortion.”
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Education w/ John B. King, Jr.

    Education w/ John B. King, Jr.
    Apr 28 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by educator, civil servant, and the 15th Chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY), John B. King, Jr. We discuss his new book, “Teacher By Teacher: The People Who Change Our Lives.” Follow John: @John.B.King
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Wild Kingdom w/ Rae Wynn-Grant

    Wild Kingdom w/ Rae Wynn-Grant
    Apr 21 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by wildlife ecologist, TV presenter, author, and science communicator, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. They discuss Rae’s newest project co-hosting NBC’s original series Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild. This new series showcases wildlife success stories across the United States and inspires the next generation of conservationists. Follow Rae: @raewynngrant
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Wild By Design w/ Laura J. Martin

    Wild By Design w/ Laura J. Martin
    Apr 14 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by historian, ecologist, and environmental studies professor at Williams College, Dr. Laura J. Martin. They discuss her book, “Wild by Design: The Rise of Ecological Restoration.” Follow Laura: @Laura_J_Martin
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • History of the Female Body w/ Helen King

    History of the Female Body w/ Helen King
    Apr 7 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by Dr. Helen King. Helen is a Professor Emerita of Classical Studies at The Open University, and an elected member of the General Synod of the Church of England, where she is vice chair of Together. They discuss her newest book: “Immaculate Forms: A History of the Female Body in Four Parts.” Follow Helen: @helenking
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Autism Spectrum w/ Gina Rippon

    Autism Spectrum w/ Gina Rippon
    Mar 31 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by cognitive neuroscientist and neuroimaging expert, Gina Rippon. They discuss her forthcoming book (April 1 2025), “Off the Spectrum: Why the Science of Autism Has Failed Women and Girls”, which is a call to recognize the full spectrum of the autistic experience. Follow Gina: @ginarippon1
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Brainwashing w/ Rebecca Lemov

    Brainwashing w/ Rebecca Lemov
    Mar 24 2025
    In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by Harvard University Professor of the History of Science and author, Rebecca Lemov. They discuss her newest book, “THE INSTABILITY OF TRUTH: Brainwashing, Mind Control and Hyper-Persuasian.” Follow Rebecca: @rebeccalemov
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    1 hr and 2 mins