Rachel Nuwer
Rachel Nuwer is a freelance science journalist who has written about lost languages for the BBC. She contributes to outlets such as the New York Times, Smithsonian, Scientific American, New Scientist, Popular Science, Audubon, and more. She regularly blogs about wildlife for Smithsonian and publishes a column, Last Place on Earth, with BBC Future. And sometimes she gets to take a break from science and indulge her secret love of food writing for Edible Magazine Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Articles & Interviews
My Furry Valentine: Puppy Love and So Much More
A deep dive into how literature can open our eyes—and our hearts—to the emotional world of animals
Can You Still Hate The Sound Of Your Voice When It's Your Profession?
We know people cringe when hearing themselves on recordings, so how do narrators, podcast hosts, and other voice-centric professionals deal with it?
Are Introverts The Best Listeners?
Some experts believe that we can all benefit from bringing introverts' listening skills to our professional and personal lives.
Let's Never Lose This Terrifying Tradition
Fear of the unknown, contagious emotions, and an evolutionary fondness for flame are just a few of the reasons why scary stories are told best by the light of a fire.
The Scramble To Preserve The World's Rarest Sounds
Hear some of the rare languages, pure natural soundscapes, and calls of species that are in danger of being silenced forever.