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Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur

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Podcast by Isaac Arthur

Episodes

5 Fermi Paradox Explanations I Love… and 7 That Fall Flat

The Fermi Paradox asks why, in a vast and ancient universe, we see no signs of alien life. In this episode, we explore five explanations that make sense—and seven popular ones that, despite sounding good, fall flat under closer scrutiny. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFipeZtQM5CKUjx6grh54g/join Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.net Join Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthur Support...

May 31, 202527 minEp. 721

5 Fermi Paradox Explanations I Love… and 7 That Fall Flat (Narration Only)

The Fermi Paradox asks why, in a vast and ancient universe, we see no signs of alien life. In this episode, we explore five explanations that make sense—and seven popular ones that, despite sounding good, fall flat under closer scrutiny. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFipeZtQM5CKUjx6grh54g/join Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.net Join Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthur Support...

May 31, 202527 minEp. 721

Stormtroopers: Elite Warriors and the Evolution of Future Combat (Narration Only)

From trench-busting stormtroopers to galaxy-spanning clone legions, we explore the evolution of elite soldiers and how sci-fi reimagines the future of warfare. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.n...

May 29, 202543 minEp. 501

Stormtroopers: Elite Warriors and the Evolution of Future Combat

From trench-busting stormtroopers to galaxy-spanning clone legions, we explore the evolution of elite soldiers and how sci-fi reimagines the future of warfare. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.n...

May 29, 202544 minEp. 501

Ancient Machine Monitors: Alien Watchdogs, AI Custodians, and the Fermi Paradox

From Clarke’s Sentinel to deep-space defense systems, this episode dives into the idea of machine monitors—guardians of planets, civilizations, and secrets too ancient to name. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $...

May 25, 202526 minEp. 500

Ancient Machine Monitors: Alien Watchdogs, AI Custodians, and the Fermi Paradox (Narration Only)

From Clarke’s Sentinel to deep-space defense systems, this episode dives into the idea of machine monitors—guardians of planets, civilizations, and secrets too ancient to name. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $...

May 25, 202526 minEp. 500

Life in 2525 A.D. (Episode 500 Full Audio Drama Version)

In the year 2525, humans, post-humans, and new species navigate a vast and vibrant future. Join us as we explore the lives, dreams, and struggles of a trillion-strong civilization. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for on...

May 22, 202546 minEp. 500

Life in 2525 A.D. (Narrated Only by Isaac)

In the year 2525, humans, post-humans, and new species navigate a vast and vibrant future. Join us as we explore the lives, dreams, and struggles of a trillion-strong civilization. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-a…ower-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthur Use t...

May 22, 202545 minEp. 500

Worldhouses: Building Planets, One Dome at a Time

Why wait centuries to terraform Mars when you could build a habitable world overnight? In this episode, we explore the concept of Worldhouses—planet-spanning domes that let us colonize hostile worlds by enclosing them beneath engineered skies, one dome at a time. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscr...

May 15, 202533 minEp. 499

Worldhouses & Paraterraforming (Narration Only)

Why wait centuries to terraform Mars when you could build a habitable world overnight? In this episode, we explore the concept of Worldhouses—planet-spanning domes that let us colonize hostile worlds by enclosing them beneath engineered skies, one dome at a time. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscr...

May 15, 202532 minEp. 500

Post-Biological Civilizations: Life Beyond Flesh and Bone

What happens when intelligence escapes the bounds of flesh and bone? In this episode, we explore post-biological civilizations—entities that may trade biology for digital minds, machine bodies, or stranger forms still—and ask what becomes of identity, purpose, and humanity when the body is no longer required. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Ne...

May 11, 202535 minEp. 498

Post-Biological Civilizations: Life Beyond Flesh and Bone (Narration Only)

What happens when intelligence escapes the bounds of flesh and bone? In this episode, we explore post-biological civilizations—entities that may trade biology for digital minds, machine bodies, or stranger forms still—and ask what becomes of identity, purpose, and humanity when the body is no longer required. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Ne...

May 11, 202534 minEp. 498

Cities of the Future (Narration Only)

In tomorrow’s world, cities may rise into the clouds, dive beneath oceans, or float among the stars—join us as we journey through these radical urban frontiers. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go....

May 08, 202538 minEp. 498

Cities of the Future – Megacities, Arcologies, and Floating Utopias

In tomorrow’s world, cities may rise into the clouds, dive beneath oceans, or float among the stars—join us as we journey through these radical urban frontiers. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go....

May 08, 202538 minEp. 498

The Alien Cold War: Silent Competition Among Dormant Empires In A Dark Galaxy (Narration Only)

What if the galaxy isn’t empty—but locked in a silent Cold War between ancient alien empires? This episode explores the Dark Forest Theory, Interdiction Bubbles, and what it means if our galaxy is shaped by dormant, watchful civilizations playing a long game of survival and subtle dominance. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link...

May 01, 202547 minEp. 497

The Alien Cold War: Silent Competition Among Dormant Empires In A Dark Galaxy

What if the galaxy isn’t empty—but locked in a silent Cold War between ancient alien empires? This episode explores the Dark Forest Theory, Interdiction Bubbles, and what it means if our galaxy is shaped by dormant, watchful civilizations playing a long game of survival and subtle dominance. Watch my exclusive video Antimatter Propulsion: Harnessing the Power of Annihilation - https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-antimatter-propulsion-harnessing-the-power-of-annihilation Get Nebula using my link...

May 01, 202548 minEp. 497

Galactic Beacons: Teaching Tools or Tombstones? (Narration Only)

It can be hard to hear a signal 100 miles away—so what does it take to build a beacon loud enough to be heard 100,000 light years away? In this episode, we explore galactic beacons: powerful transmissions that may teach, warn, or outlast the minds that made them. Watch my exclusive video The End of Science https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-the-end-of-science Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for on...

Apr 27, 202526 minEp. 496

Galactic Beacons: Teaching Tools or Tombstones?

It can be hard to hear a signal 100 miles away—so what does it take to build a beacon loud enough to be heard 100,000 light years away? In this episode, we explore galactic beacons: powerful transmissions that may teach, warn, or outlast the minds that made them. Watch my exclusive video The End of Science https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-the-end-of-science Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for on...

Apr 27, 202526 minEp. 496

The O'Neill Cylinder Space Habitat: Islands In The Sky (Narration Only)

What if humanity’s future isn’t on Earth—or even other planets—but in colossal artificial worlds built in space? In this episode, we explore the O’Neill Cylinder, a visionary space habitat that could house millions, serve as interstellar arks, and transform the cosmos into a network of orbital civilizations. Join us as we dive into the design, potential, and profound societal implications of these Islands in the Sky. Watch my exclusive video The End of Science https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthu...

Apr 24, 202538 minEp. 496

The O'Neill Cylinder Space Habitat: Islands In The Sky

What if humanity’s future isn’t on Earth—or even other planets—but in colossal artificial worlds built in space? In this episode, we explore the O’Neill Cylinder, a visionary space habitat that could house millions, serve as interstellar arks, and transform the cosmos into a network of orbital civilizations. Join us as we dive into the design, potential, and profound societal implications of these Islands in the Sky. Watch my exclusive video The End of Science https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthu...

Apr 24, 202539 minEp. 496

Space Marines (Narration Only)

From genetically engineered warriors to armored giants storming enemy ships, we explore the science and fiction of space marines—super-soldiers built to conquer the stars. Join us as we examine real-world technologies and speculative enhancements that might one day bring these legendary troops to life. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off...

Apr 20, 202534 minEp. 495

Space Marines

From genetically engineered warriors to armored giants storming enemy ships, we explore the science and fiction of space marines—super-soldiers built to conquer the stars. Join us as we examine real-world technologies and speculative enhancements that might one day bring these legendary troops to life. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off...

Apr 20, 202534 minEp. 495

Post-Scarcity Civilizations: Infinite Resources & Our Future

In a future of limitless resources, what challenges remain when scarcity fades but human desires endure? Join us as we explore the path to post-scarcity civilizations, where technology solves material needs—but purpose, meaning, and new challenges await. Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthur Use the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year...

Apr 17, 202546 minEp. 495

Post-Scarcity Civilizations: Infinite Resources & Our Future (Narration Only)

In a future of limitless resources, what challenges remain when scarcity fades but human desires endure? Join us as we explore the path to post-scarcity civilizations, where technology solves material needs—but purpose, meaning, and new challenges await. Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthur Use the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year...

Apr 17, 202545 minEp. 495

We've Been Invaded By Aliens... Now What? (Narration Only)

If aliens invaded, how would humanity respond? From planetary defense and space warfare to unexpected diplomatic twists, we’ll explore the strategies, technologies, and scenarios that could decide our fate. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for...

Apr 13, 202538 minEp. 494

We've Been Invaded By Aliens... Now What?

If aliens invaded, how would humanity respond? From planetary defense and space warfare to unexpected diplomatic twists, we’ll explore the strategies, technologies, and scenarios that could decide our fate. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthur Get a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for...

Apr 13, 202538 minEp. 494

The Fermi Paradox & Zombie AI: Are Rogue Machines Hiding in the Cosmos?

Are rogue machines lurking in the cosmos, quietly outlasting their creators? We explore the eerie possibility that ancient AI remnants, abandoned or self-replicating, could be hidden throughout the galaxy—watching, waiting, and perhaps even shaping the fate of civilizations. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: htt...

Apr 10, 202533 minEp. 494

The Fermi Paradox & Zombie AI: Are Rogue Machines Hiding in the Cosmos? (Narration Only)

Are rogue machines lurking in the cosmos, quietly outlasting their creators? We explore the eerie possibility that ancient AI remnants, abandoned or self-replicating, could be hidden throughout the galaxy—watching, waiting, and perhaps even shaping the fate of civilizations. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolving-beyond-human-awareness Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: htt...

Apr 10, 202532 minEp. 494

The Future of Hydroelectric Power

Hydropower has long been one of the world's most reliable sources of renewable energy, but how will it adapt to the challenges of the 21st century? In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of hydroelectric power—from modular micro-hydro systems and improved pumped storage to tidal, wave, and even deep sea hydroelectric solutions. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolv...

Apr 03, 202527 minEp. 493

The Future of Hydroelectric Power (Narration Only)

Hydropower has long been one of the world's most reliable sources of renewable energy, but how will it adapt to the challenges of the 21st century? In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of hydroelectric power—from modular micro-hydro systems and improved pumped storage to tidal, wave, and even deep sea hydroelectric solutions. Watch my exclusive video Post-Consciousness Civilizations: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-postconsciousness-civilizations-evolv...

Apr 03, 202526 minEp. 493
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