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#154 – Avi Loeb: Aliens, Black Holes, and the Mystery of the Oumuamua

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Exploring Humanity's Cosmic Future

This chapter delves into the longevity of civilizations and the existential threats they face, highlighting the Copernican principle and recent radio signals from Proxima Centauri. It discusses the ambitious Starshot project aimed at interstellar travel and the challenges posed by current rocket technology. The conversation emphasizes the need for international cooperation in space exploration and the potential for human habitation on other planets, while addressing the risks associated with colonizing Mars.

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