Christie Taylor was a producer for Science Friday. Her days involved diligent research, too many phone calls for an introvert, and asking scientists if they have any audio of that narwhal heartbeat. She also coordinates SciFri’s coverage of science and the arts (“sciarts”).
During her undergraduate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Christie was almost a biology major but took a chance turn down the path of thing-explaining and realized it was the only thing she wanted to do. Since then, she’s worked as a print and online reporter, technical writer, and a science writer for a university press office.
She takes extra joy in writing interview questions about space exploration, creative research methods, and the intersection of science and society.
7:41
In Frog Versus Dinosaur, This Frog Wins
By analyzing the bite force of frog jaws, researchers determined that an extinct giant frog from Madagascar could have devoured dinos.
6:01
Meet The New Zealand Glow Worm
How does a glow worm glow? Hint: it’s not the same as a firefly.
12:27
Finding Fossils Under The Sea (Of Kansas)
Paleontologists are piecing together the bones of giant fish and ancient reptiles that inhabited North America’s since long-dried inland sea.
34:56
A Farewell To Cassini, Our Friend At Saturn
In 13 years, the orbiter showed us lakes on Titan, geysers on Enceladus, and a new understanding of all things Saturn.
16:22
How The West Will Be Won (For The Black-Footed Ferret)
In the western prairies, the bandit-masked predator faces an invasive plague, limited food, and the work of staying alive.
16:53
Back-To-School Lessons From Science Friday’s Educator Collaborative
Seven innovative science teachers have turned Science Friday stories into lessons you can use in the classroom and at home.
7:43
Don’t Throw Away Those Eclipse Glasses!
Here’s what to do with your leftover solar glasses. Plus, substance abuse in baby boomers.
17:30
The Spaceships At The End Of The Solar System Turn 40
From solar explorers to record bearers, scientists and the public reflect on the many lives of Voyagers 1 and 2.
3:59
Could Portraying Teen Suicide Spread The Wrong Kind Of Awareness?
Did ‘13 Reasons Why’ raise awareness or encourage copycats? A researcher weighs in.
26:38
Inevitable Or Accident? Tackling The Big Questions Of Evolution
Modern evolutionary science has some advantages Darwin didn’t. Here’s what we’re learning from DNA, experimentation, and more.