Guest Portal

Welcome to the podcast. We’re excited to have you. This page will help you understand our mission and what to expect as a guest on Okay, But… Birds.

Hosted by evolutionary biologist, Dr. Scott Taylor, Okay, But… Birds is a culture-savvy science podcast that turns bird research into stories you’ll actually want to tell a friend. We pair credible science with clean design, playful segments, and a welcoming tone—so a first-time birder and a field biologist can enjoy the same episode for different reasons.

Our mission is to lower the barrier to entry without losing rigor: amplify experts, bust myths, connect bird behavior to everyday life, and invite new faces into the conversation. If it’s curious, practical, or delightfully weird about birds, we’re in. Come for the aha; stay for the “wait, tell me more.”

Who’s Listening?

Our audience is curious, science-loving, and story-hungry. They value facts, but want them served with personality, wit, and wonder. Get to know some of our target listeners below.

Sierra

The Modern Naturalist

Age 28, Asheville, NC

Loves nature and learning. Finds peace in birdwatching and podcasts that balance science with warmth. Okay, But… Birds offers her insight she can enjoy while hiking or gardening.

Julian

The Cocktail Party Fact Collector

Age 45, Brooklyn, NY

Always wants to know just enough to impress. Looks for clever, digestible facts with cultural relevance. He listens for soundbites to bring up on dates or at dinner parties.

Mo

The Rebranded Birder

Age 34, Minneapolis, MN

A non-binary millennial who just learned birding isn’t the dusty hobby they thought; it can be smart, stylish, and inclusive.

What to expect

1. Prep & Consent

We’ll conduct a 30 minute call with you to align on the episode topic, set the tone, and answer questions. We’ll discuss the technical details and ship you a kit with audio, video, and lighting gear, if needed.

To participate, we need your consent. Please complete the Guest Release Form.

2. Recording Session

The full session will take 60 minutes. Your main recorded segments, “Talk Birdy to Me” and “That’s B.S. (Bird Stuff),” run around 18 –20 minutes (edited) and is structured as a friendly, curiosity-driven conversation with Scott.

You can pause, reframe, or repeat anything as needed. Our goal is a relaxed, insightful chat — not a quiz.

3. Post-production

We’ll edit and finalize your episode, usually within two weeks. We’ll share an expected release date.

4. Promoting Your Episode

Want to help your episode reach more ears? Here’s how:

  • Repost the teaser clip or artwork we send

  • Tag @okaybutbirds across social media platforms

  • Mention the episode in your other communication channels

  • Share your own behind-the-scenes take — we’ll feature it!

Technology

To help you look and sound your best, we’ll ship you some gear. Follow these instructions to get up and running!