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#269 – Lee Cronin: Origin of Life, Aliens, Complexity, and Consciousness

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Exploring Extraterrestrial Life and the Fermi Paradox

This chapter investigates the possibility of alien civilizations and reflects on the Fermi paradox regarding the absence of detectable life. The speakers discuss the unique conditions that led to life on Earth, the potential for diverse life forms, and the role of humor in understanding existence across the universe. They conclude with optimism about future discoveries through advanced technologies like the James Webb Space Telescope, while acknowledging the complex relationships between biology, chemistry, and the evolution of life.

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