EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 40 MIN
Names in the ocean - Vincent Janik
from Acoustic World · host Marco Maiolini
What if dolphins call each other by name?A single whistle can travel across the vast ocean, carrying the identity of the individual who made it. In this episode, Professor Vincent Janik from the University of St Andrews explores the fascinating world of dolphin communication, revealing how signature whistles help maintain complex social relationships and what they can teach us about animal cognition.Join us as we dive into the science of acoustic identity, vocal learning, and the remarkable flexibility of dolphin communication—discovering how life beneath the waves is connected through sound.Because the world has always spoken. We just need to listen.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.
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What if dolphins call each other by name?A single whistle can travel across the vast ocean, carrying the identity of the individual who made it. In this episode, Professor Vincent Janik from the University of St Andrews explores the fascinating world of dolphin communication, revealing how signature whistles help maintain complex social relationships and what they can teach us about animal cognition.Join us as we dive into the science of acoustic identity, vocal learning, and the remarkable flexibility of dolphin communication—discovering how life beneath the waves is connected through sound.Because the world has always spoken. We just need to listen.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Spreaker.
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