The Michael Shermer Show

The Scientific Search for Alien Life

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Nov 18, 2023
Astrophysicist Adam Frank discusses the search for alien life and the lack of hard evidence in UFO research. The importance of scientific consensus in the search for extraterrestrial life is highlighted. The chapter explores interstellar travel challenges and possibilities. The speakers discuss the concept of techno-signatures and the transition of biological life to artificial intelligence. The fascination with ancient aliens and the need for scientific skepticism are explored. The chapter concludes by discussing the possibility of human colonization in the solar system.
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