Reconnecting to nature through sound with Michel André

Just as humans depend on sound for survival and expression, animals too rely on auditory cues to navigate their environments. However, nature is increasingly disrupted by human generated noise, from roaring engines to clanking machinery, disturbing the delicate balance of sound in the natural world. Environment Editor for The Times, Adam Vaughan is joined by bioacoustics scientist and Rolex Awards for Enterprise Laureate Michel André as he strives to restore the balance of human-generated noise and wildlife survival.This is Planet Hope, a podcast from The Times in partnership with Rolex and its Perpetual Planet Initiative. Sound clips: Prof. Michel André, Director of Laboratory of Applied Bioacoustics (LAB)Series producer: Anya PearceThis podcast is advertiser funded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Each day we watch as rising temperatures, extreme weather and extinctions are accepted as the new normal. The list of bleak headlines feels endless.It’s no wonder hope is wavering. But all is not lost.In this podcast series, Adam Vaughan, Environment Editor for The Times, asks why our planet is changing so rapidly and meets leading experts from around the world who are trying to change the tide.This is Planet Hope, a new podcast from The Times in partnership with Rolex and its Perpetual Planet Initiative. Through its Initiative, Rolex supports individuals and organisations who go above and beyond to safeguard and preserve our planet for the next generation. The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative is rapidly expanding and now has a portfolio of more than 20 partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.