Dr. Shane Gero, a marine biologist and National Geographic Explorer, is deciphering sperm whale communication. His groundbreaking research suggests whales lead intelligent, complex lives with

Dr. Shane Gero, a marine biologist and National Geographic Explorer, is deciphering sperm whale communication. His groundbreaking research suggests whales lead intelligent, complex lives with distinct cultures, challenging our understanding of these leviathans. He posits that "whales are people too," urging us to consider how deep listening can foster respectful coexistence with these guardians of the deep.

As Scientist-in-Residence at Carleton University, Dr. Gero founded The Dominica Sperm Whale Project and is Biology Lead for Project CETI. His work was the basis for the Emmy-winning series, *Secrets of the Whales*. Learn more at shanegero.com.

Further insights: Shane Gero – Preserving Animal Cultures and Deep Dive: Intelligence in Nature.

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our collective future.

Kenny Ausubel, founder and CEO of Bioneers, is an award-winning social entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker. His extensive work, including the book "Dreaming the Future," explores reimagining civilization in the age of nature. He also co-founded Seeds of Change and influenced alternative medicine policy.

Learn more about Bioneers and Kenny Ausubel's contributions at www.bioneers.org.

Bioneers' founder, Kenny Ausubel (since 1990), is renowned for his annual orations, which use analysis and humor to expose societal malfeasance. This year, he dissected the history and current

Bioneers' founder, Kenny Ausubel (since 1990), is renowned for his annual orations, which use analysis and humor to expose societal malfeasance. This year, he dissected the history and current strategies of corporations, highlighting their increasing dominance in our economy and political system, and urged resistance against these powerful forces.

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. To view other talks, visit http://www.bioneers.org.