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Ecumenopolises
In our second look at possible futures for Earth we examine the concept of Ecumenopolises, planet spanning cities homes to trillions. We'll examine concept in detail, starting with the first portrayals of it in fiction and extending on how...
Arcologies
In our first look at possible futures for Earth we examine the concept of Arcologies, self-sufficient habitats that adapt the concepts we've previously considered for space stations and off-world colonies to Earth itself. We'll examine the original...
Megastructures 10: Matrioshka Brains
In Episode 10 we explore the Matrioshka Brain, a nested Layer type of Dyson Sphere designed to turn stars in to giant computers, and conclude our look at Dyson Spheres and other types of Stellar Engines. Support the Channel on Patreon:...
Megastructures 09 Nicoll Dyson Beams
Continuing our look at Dyson Spheres we examine the concept of the Nicoll-Dyson Beam, a type of advanced weapon that uses the output of an entire sun to create a laser that can strike target across the galaxy. Support the Channel on Patreon:...
The Anthropic Principle and Super Intelligence
Today we are looking at two topics, the Anthropic Principle and the idea of greater than human intelligence, generally called Super-Intelligence or SI. Support the Channel at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?ty=h&u=3365828
The Doomsday Argument
A look at the Doomsday Argument, also known as the Carter Catastrophe, a probabilistic argument which suggests humanity may be nearing its end. We will examine how this applies to the Fermi Paradox and the Simulation Hypothesis, as well as...
The Simulation Hypothesis
A look at the Simulation Hypothesis, or Simulation Argument, along with its implications for identity, consciousness, and the Fermi Paradox. Links, Nick Bostrom's original "Are You Living in a Computer Simulation?" paper...
Transhumanism and Immortality
An in-depth look at the Transhumanism movement and related concepts, with a special focus on pathways for extending the human lifespan. Topics including SENS and anti-aging research, mind uploading, Technological Singularities, and physical and...
FTL03: Alcubierre Warp Drives
In Episode 3 we look at the concept of warp drives, a theoretical type of spaceship propulsion that warps spacetime to allow faster than light travel. We discuss the basic concept and the scientific and technological hurdles to developing it, along...