Real Time with Bill Maher Overtime – Episode #616: Benjamin Netanyahu, Michael Smerconish, Neil deGrasse Tyson
Oct 15, 2022
Dive into the intriguing world of Mars research as scientists uncover the secrets of underground microbes and their impact on the planet's climate history. The conversation also touches on the role of the media in shaping public perception, especially when it comes to the health of political candidates. With a blend of science and politics, this discussion sheds light on how they intersect and influence each other.
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Martian Microbes and Climate Change
- Microbes on Mars might have consumed hydrogen and emitted methane, causing climate change.
- This theory suggests Mars was once 68 degrees but cooled due to these microbes.
Panspermia: Life from Mars?
- Life's building blocks exist throughout the universe.
- Early Mars might have been the origin of life in our solar system, potentially seeding Earth via asteroid impacts.
Scrutinizing Fetterman
- John Fetterman should face more scrutiny despite his stroke, according to Michael Smerconish.
- Smerconish emphasizes the need for objective coverage, not just empathy, especially regarding Fetterman's cognitive abilities.