Could we learn to talk to whales?
There’s a chance that one day, we humans could have a conversation with whales. Seriously. Scientists are working on a way to make it happen. If technology does eventually allow us to talk to these majestic mammals, what should we say? And what message will they send back? Ross Andersen, a staff writer at The Atlantic, is exploring those questions by reaching out to experts who specialize in paleontology, philosophy, animal-rights law, and beyond for their take.Now, he’s sharing his intriguing findings. GUEST: Ross Andersen, staff writer at The Atlantic
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There’s a chance that one day, we humans could have a conversation with whales. Seriously. Scientists are working on a way to make it happen.
If technology does eventually allow us to talk to these majestic mammals, what should we say? And what message will they send back?
Ross Andersen, a staff writer at The Atlantic, is exploring those questions by reaching out to experts who specialize in paleontology, philosophy, animal-rights law, and beyond for their take.Now, he’s sharing his intriguing findings.
GUEST: Ross Andersen, staff writer at The Atlantic
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