Listening to soundscapes from Simon was a somber and moving example of how our natural world is changing around us, in so many ways. Such an informing and moving interview for my @bbcradio3bot.bsky.social series ‘Symphony of the wild’ @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social

I’ve always said we need more dinosaurs on the @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social campus, to be fair! Maybe a library-guarding Allosaur?

One of my favourite interviews in a long time …

It’s our #BookBirthday today - the fourth in my series following the life and times of my dog Jack Jack … from his humble origin story, to mammoth adventures and facing his arch enemy, these are some lovely books for young (and older) animal lovers.

Anyone lucky enough to share their life with a dog, happy #InternationalDogDay My one and only run with Jack was successfully caught on drone, 100% misrepresenting him! For more Jack adventures, try our book series for young readers: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/jack... @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

Just 23 short of 90,000 - go on, be the person who tips us over so we can then focus on 100,000. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

Welcome to Humanists UK! 👏🎉 Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Professor Richard Whatmore, Dr Emma Byrne (@sciwriby.bsky.social), and Professor Ben Garrod (@bengarrod.bsky.social) humanists.uk/2025/04/25/t...

Very pleased to be part of the work being done by @humanists.uk At a time when so much seems so divisive, where beliefs (or lack of them) can see countless lives ruined or taken, and when nature is under constant attack, we need to be driven by logic, reasoning and a link with the world around us.

Really looking forward to this. @drkatedevlin.bsky.social's work not only highlights the ethical challenges we face, but also emphasises the importance of shaping AI development in a way that benefits everyone. Get your tickets #HumanistsUK2025. humanists.uk/2025/04/22/a...

Exciting news, this end … I’ve joined the brilliant team at @knightayton.bsky.social, as one of their clients … and am lucky enough to sit alongside a raft of talented journalists, broadcasters, academics and presenters: knightayton.co.uk/broadcast_ta... #media #broadcasting #academia #radio #tv

Spent a lovely weekend with lovely people, celebrating the newest book in my kid’s fiction series, all about my best boy, Jack! ‘Return of the chickens’ is the third in the ‘Adventures of a dog called Jack-Jack’ by @headofzeus.bsky.social #author #books #kidsbooks

We had a fantastic time today with @bengarrod.bsky.social and Jack-Jack at Holkham Hall for two hilarious and inspiring Easter events 🐕 The latest book in the series, #Jack-Jack Return Of The Chickens is available now in all good bookshops! 📚

Lovely to see so many Zephyrs here @bengarrod.bsky.social @lizkessler.bsky.social and Martin Stewart and Becca Rogers! ☀️📚☀️

#metabookthieves #SoA Date: Thursday, 3 April 2025, 1.30pm Location: Meta’s London offices (11-22 Canal Reach, London N1C 4BE, King’s Cross). Meet: Granary Square at 1.30pm. Once we have a critical mass, we will move to Meta’s offices.

The world’s coolest dog is back for another adventure in #Jack-Jack Return of the Chickens 🐓 Happy Publication day Jack (and @bengarrod.bsky.social) 🐕 The third book in this hilarious and heartwarming series for readers 7+ is out today 📚 @zephyrbooks.bsky.social

It’s our #BookBirthday The third in my #JackJack kids’ fiction series, with @headofzeus.bsky.social Mammoths, chickens and TV crews: standard stuff for a little dog! Support your favourite local bookshop when grabbing a copy, and get reading. “It’s pawsome - now where’s that treat?” (JackJack)

Dive into the next book from the brilliant four-legged storyteller, Jack-Jack. Life in the 'Yookay' is always an adventure when this little hero is around. Perfect for young animal lovers during #NationalPetMonth, it's a gorgeous chapter book with a lot of heart. Pub: 3.4.25 @bengarrod.bsky.social

Thrilled to see @bengarrod.bsky.social’s latest book in the #Jack-Jack series, ‘Return Of The Chickens’ included in @schoolreadinglist.bsky.social’s April book club picks 🐕🐓 Publishing this Thursday by @zephyrbooks.bsky.social 📚

Great to hear @richgreg3.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social with @bengarrod.bsky.social on this week's #InsideScience discussing ongoing declines in bird populations. We know what's needed to fix that as Government have promised - they just need to crack on! ➡️https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002909y

Hoping this is the sort of thing all the big publishers, festivals, and global authors are behind … when our work is being stolen, the very future of the literary world is in jeopardy. @penguinbooksusa.bsky.social @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social @dkbooks.bsky.social @hayfestival.bsky.social

“You come at the king, you’d best not miss” There would always be ‘consequences’ for so many (5) finishers last year … #BarkleyMarathons #Barkley #TrailRunning #FunRun

I had the absolute pleasure of nattering with my lovely mate @bengarrod.bsky.social for the @milnerevolution.bsky.social podcast.Hear about his career and love of all things evolution here: youtu.be/eX4AMXxWEvw?...

Win my books … There’s dogs, an insight into the inner workings of an animals’ mind, bum-based jokes, the lot … @headofzeus.bsky.social @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

Ever wondered how babies acquire words while both awake and asleep? How do they learn to remember and forget? Why is play so important? Meet developmental psychologists from 𝐔𝐄𝐀 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐛 at the 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥. @developmentuea.bsky.social @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social

Had a very fun evening interviewing broadcaster, zoologist, and friend, the epic #SteveBackshall for the #NorwichScienceFestival on my home turf at the @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social So many aspiring young conservationists, biologists, broadcasters, and scientists. Great night. @biouea.bsky.social

I can’t imagine many, if any, of my ace undergrads are on here, but if you are … this is for you! Where fantasy meets biology … with a legend. You’re welcome. youtu.be/CU7ZZ_nHxg4 @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social @biouea.bsky.social

“No one said this would be easy, just know that nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment” Well that was a wet, windy and muddy nightly slog round the fields … soaked to my bones, but there’s probably a life lesson there somewhere. #running #run #runner #fitness #health

What a run!!! Well done, Kim. With the first to cross the @spinerace.bsky.social finish, the adventure, slog, and heartache, is still far from over … #SpineRace #Running #UltraRunning #Fitness #Spine

I know there’s lots of crappy news to be contending with right now but for the next few days, let these absolute legends distract you, as they attempt what must be one of the toughest races out there. If you’ve not been consumed by ‘dot watching’ before, well … I’m sorry for the loss of your week.

Was already questioning a few life choices a few km into a sub-zero trail run across fields and along icy roads tonight … then my light went out. Literally, not existentially … made for an interesting run. #TrailRunning #ColdSnap #Running

The (very cold) face of nocturnal winter trail running, across the fields … with the air feeling as if it’s sticking to my asthmatic lungs, and my legs ratcheting away like a long-forgotten rusting lawn chair inexorably folding with age. Other than that I loved it! #Runner #FeckItsCold #TrailRun

And here's the 2nd pack. go.bsky.app/96xUXZD

Hello new Blueskyers fleeing Zuckerberg - if you like books, I have a couple of starter packs for you. A quick and easy way to find your tribe. #books 💙📚 go.bsky.app/MjnUSwF

Getting ready for an environmentally friendly big run, in 2025 … but more importantly, how can we all be more mindful in the year ahead? #run #running #runner #trailrunner #ultra #ultrarunning

Applications for the 2025 TBA Field Course are Open! Visit our website for more details tropical-biology.org/uganda-2025/

Bloody. Freezing. Hope everyone’s had a happy and healthy Christmas. Remember to get outside, exercise if you can … benefitting our physical and mental health.

"Yule is supposed to be a celebration and a consolation, a moment of warm brightness in the heart of winter". Happy #WinterSolstice all

CHICKEN ADVENTURE UPDATE She’s had a walk around on the first train to drink and stretch her legs, and now enjoying the Tube … Weird looks have been minimal. Looks of chicken purring and cooing coming from within the travel box, though … so she’s a happy hen. #BenOnnaTrain #AprilsBigJourney

In the ‘old place’ I had a #BenOnnaTrain thread, relaying the ridiculous and annoying stories from my myriad train journeys … but thankfully, haven’t had to start one on here. So, I’m currently sitting on a train with a geriatric chicken called April on my lap … 🚂 🐔

I would have LOVED this PhD ….

Three very ordinary people hoping to make some big changes to how we have adventures. But we need your help! Share your tips for how you run in the places you love, without having a huge impact on the planet. @veganfitnessrunner.bsky.social @bengarrod.bsky.social @gingergoatevents.bsky.social

Was it the smartest idea to take the new trail shoes out for a test drive today? Nope! Was it exhilarating nonetheless and am I soaked to my bones? Yup! Are the shoes still sickly yellow? Not even close!!! #Run #Runner #Running #TrailRunner

I recorded an episode of #AGoodRead for @bbcradio4.bsky.social a few weeks back, picking a book that meant something to me. It could only be one about the dramas and adventures of living in the field with primates, right… #books #author #reading #monkeys

In what is clearly a hugely emotive subject, I’m pleased to hear this bill is one step closer today to becoming a legal option for those who are suffering and in pain, and want to choose to die. Of course we need to safeguard the vulnerable from coercion etc, but people deserve the right to choose.

Well, this is now a ‘thing’! I’m off on an adventure with two wonderfully likeminded souls next year, to highlight environmental problems within the travel and running community - so we’re crossing land and sea in a more sustainable way, then running like hell for a week. Fun! #running #run

Buried my sweetest, oldest, meanest, funniest, naughtiest rescue hen, Rosie, today. We’re always taught it’s a slippery slope when we anthropomorphise but wow did she have a personality! I genuinely feel for anyone whose heart hasn’t ever broken a little bit from the loss of an animal …

Awwwww, recording this with one of my (still) dearest friends was such good fun … seemed like an absolute age ago now! Loved recording #BoneStories (don’t start!!) for @bbcradio4.bsky.social

OK, my BOOKS & DOGS Starter Pack is up and running for any readers and writers who also love dogs. To be added pls share and comment with a pic of your pooch! 🐾 go.bsky.app/Tpw1Zej

Robin Ince @robinince.bsky.social Mark Miodownik @markmiodownik.bsky.social Liz Bonnin @lizbonnin.bsky.social Here but not posting yet (but follow him to help persuade him): Adam Rutherford @adamrutherford.bsky.social

For those of you who are fans of BBC science, here's a list of science presenters on BlueSky now: Alice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social Kevin Fong @drkevinfong.bsky.social Chris Lintott @chrislintott.bsky.social Jim Al-Khalili @jimalkhalili.bsky.social [1/2]