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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 25 MIN

How Nature Communicates Through Eavesdropping with Ximena Bernal

from Key Conversations with Phi Beta Kappa · host The Phi Beta Kappa Society

How do frogs communicate in a world full of hungry predators and noisy cities? In this episode, Professor Ximena Bernal joins us to discuss the sensory pollutants of urban life, the impact of the environment on communication among species, and the fascinating phenomenon of inter-species “eavesdropping.” From her Colombian childhood guiding her to the research of frogs to groundbreaking research on mosquito hearing, we explore the vibrant, noisy, and often dangerous world of behavioral ecology. We also discuss Bernal’s passionate advocacy for Latin American women in the sciences, proving that a career in science is as much about curiosity and patience as it is about data. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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