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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 17d

Listening to soundscapes from Simon was a somber and moving example of how our natural world is changing around us, in so many ways.

Such an informing and moving interview for my @bbcradio3bot.bsky.social series ‘Symphony of the wild’

@uniofeastanglia.bsky.social @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social

Simon Butler @simon-butler.bsky.social · 20d

Great to chat #shiftingsoundscapes with @bengarrod.bsky.social as part of his “Symphonies of the Wild” series for BBC Radio 3’s The Essay.

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

The Essay - Symphony of the Wild - 4. Wild Soundscapes - BBC Sounds

Evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod uncovers melodies and rhythms across the natural world.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 20d

I’ve always said we need more dinosaurs on the @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social campus, to be fair! Maybe a library-guarding Allosaur?

Henricus Peters @learnfromnature.bsky.social · 20d

There are #dinosaurs lurking at my library…. @bengarrod.bsky.social

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 20d

One of my favourite interviews in a long time …

maryhgagen @maryhgagen.bsky.social · 20d

Really enjoyed chatting about plants & sound with @bengarrod.bsky.social for Radio 3s The Essay. We talked about Milburn’s work on xylem cavitation where he recorded the sound it makes through the trunk . But is it tree music ? …🌳🎶 😊 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

The Essay - Symphony of the Wild - 3. Plant Rhythms - BBC Sounds

Evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod uncovers melodies and rhythms across the natural world.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 22d

You’re right … and each episode could have been an hour long. As you can imagine, there’s so much to get in each slot.

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 27d

There are highbrow jokes right next to poop jokes … should hit the mark haha

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 27d

Technically 5+ but you can definitely read them to younger dog-lovers, and to be fair, my 70+ dad stole my proof copy last week ‘to read again because it’s funnier than I’d expected’ … if that helps :)

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · 27d

It’s our #BookBirthday today - the fourth in my series following the life and times of my dog Jack Jack … from his humble origin story, to mammoth adventures and facing his arch enemy, these are some lovely books for young (and older) animal lovers.

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Aug 26

I haven’t even seen this yet … Hope you’ve enjoyed it :)

Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Aug 26

Anyone lucky enough to share their life with a dog, happy #InternationalDogDay

My one and only run with Jack was successfully caught on drone, 100% misrepresenting him!

For more Jack adventures, try our book series for young readers: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/jack...

@bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Jul 20

Well done!

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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · Jul 10

Just 23 short of 90,000 - go on, be the person who tips us over so we can then focus on 100,000. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Jun 16

Signed!

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Apr 25

Welcome to Humanists UK! 👏🎉

Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Professor Richard Whatmore, Dr Emma Byrne (@sciwriby.bsky.social), and Professor Ben Garrod (@bengarrod.bsky.social)

humanists.uk/2025/04/25/t...

Three new patrons join Humanists UK

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 25

Thanks David, hope you’re well

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 25

Very pleased to be part of the work being done by @humanists.uk

At a time when so much seems so divisive, where beliefs (or lack of them) can see countless lives ruined or taken, and when nature is under constant attack, we need to be driven by logic, reasoning and a link with the world around us.

Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Apr 25

Welcome to Humanists UK! 👏🎉

Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Professor Richard Whatmore, Dr Emma Byrne (@sciwriby.bsky.social), and Professor Ben Garrod (@bengarrod.bsky.social)

humanists.uk/2025/04/25/t...

Three new patrons join Humanists UK

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · Apr 22

Really looking forward to this. @drkatedevlin.bsky.social's work not only highlights the ethical challenges we face, but also emphasises the importance of shaping AI development in a way that benefits everyone. Get your tickets #HumanistsUK2025.

humanists.uk/2025/04/22/a...

AI and society panel, with Professor Kate Devlin – can we make sure AI benefits humanity? | Humanists UK Convention 2025

Professor Kate Devlin, a leading expert on artificial intelligence and society from King’s College London, will join a panel discussion on AI and society at Humanists UK Convention 2025. The Conventio...

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 15

Thank you so much for all your help, support, and organisation, for these events, Katey 🐾

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 15

Exciting news, this end … I’ve joined the brilliant team at @knightayton.bsky.social, as one of their clients … and am lucky enough to sit alongside a raft of talented journalists, broadcasters, academics and presenters: knightayton.co.uk/broadcast_ta...

#media #broadcasting #academia #radio #tv

Head and shoulders shot of Ben. He’s smiling and has had a beard trim and hair cut. He’s wearing dark-rimmed rounded glasses. He has a blue shirt and dark blue cord jacket.

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 13

Spent a lovely weekend with lovely people, celebrating the newest book in my kid’s fiction series, all about my best boy, Jack!

‘Return of the chickens’ is the third in the ‘Adventures of a dog called Jack-Jack’ by @headofzeus.bsky.social

#author #books #kidsbooks

ed public relations @edpr.bsky.social · Apr 12

What a brilliant event with local pawthor Jack-Jack, @bengarrod.bsky.social and illustrator Charli Vince at Waterstones Norwich today for fascinating stories and a brilliant draw-a-long 🐕

Head into store to pick up a signed copy of #Jack-Jack Return of the Chickens📚

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ed public relations @edpr.bsky.social · Apr 10

We had a fantastic time today with @bengarrod.bsky.social and Jack-Jack at Holkham Hall for two hilarious and inspiring Easter events 🐕 The latest book in the series, #Jack-Jack Return Of The Chickens is available now in all good bookshops! 📚

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Fiona Kennedy @f-kennedy.bsky.social · Apr 11

Lovely to see so many Zephyrs here @bengarrod.bsky.social @lizkessler.bsky.social and Martin Stewart and Becca Rogers! ☀️📚☀️

School Reading List @schoolreadinglist.bsky.social · Apr 11

Our picks of the best children’s books coming out in Summer 2025 📚👍🏼
schoolreadinglist.co.uk/new-book-rel...
#kidlit
Here's our selection of top new titles coming out in Summer 2025. These reading recommendations include picture books, poetry, early and middle-grade fiction; y...

Our picks of the best children’s books coming out in Summer 2025

Here's our selection of top new titles coming out in Summer 2025. These include picture books, poetry, middle-grade, YA & non-fiction.

schoolreadinglist.co.uk

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 9

Well done, Georgia! Brilliant stuff! Love the weight comparisons, especially!!! 🐹 🎾 🧠

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Sam Baker @theothersambaker.bsky.social · Apr 3

#metabookthieves #SoA

Date: Thursday, 3 April 2025, 1.30pm

Location: Meta’s London offices (11-22 Canal Reach, London N1C 4BE, King’s Cross).

Meet: Granary Square at 1.30pm. Once we have a critical mass, we will move to Meta’s offices.

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ed public relations @edpr.bsky.social · Apr 3

The world’s coolest dog is back for another adventure in #Jack-Jack Return of the Chickens 🐓

Happy Publication day Jack (and @bengarrod.bsky.social) 🐕 The third book in this hilarious and heartwarming series for readers 7+ is out today 📚 @zephyrbooks.bsky.social

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Prof Ben Garrod @bengarrod.bsky.social · Apr 3

It’s our #BookBirthday

The third in my #JackJack kids’ fiction series, with @headofzeus.bsky.social Mammoths, chickens and TV crews: standard stuff for a little dog!

Support your favourite local bookshop when grabbing a copy, and get reading.

“It’s pawsome - now where’s that treat?” (JackJack)

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