Liana Zanette

Todd Humphreys, a space radio communications expert, reveals the intriguing possibility of a mysterious satellite disrupting GPS signals in Europe, suggesting an accidental source, not necessarily malevolent. Liana Zanette, a behavioral ecologist, shares eye-opening findings about wolves' fear of humans, showcasing how their behavior shifts in response to human sounds. Meanwhile, Tessa Alexanian discusses AI-designed DNA's potential dangers, emphasizing biosecurity challenges in detecting harmful protein sequences, highlighting an urgent need for better screening methods.

Conservation biologist Liana Zanette discusses her research showing that humans are now the super predator, inciting more fear in wild animals than even lions. Topics explored include the ecological consequences of human hunting, the reactions of wildlife to human voices and lion voices, elephants' responses to lions and humans, and the ecological impact of humans on the animal kingdom.