Dr. Gad Saad, marketing genius renowned for applying evolutionary psychology to consumer behavior, discusses his latest book, The Saad Truth about Happiness, and how to apply his theory of happiness in times of war. Topics include the relativity of happiness, the problem with social media, evolutionary dynamics of families, and balancing short-term pleasure with long-term happiness.

Avi Loeb, professor of science at Harvard University, joins Brian Keating to discuss interstellar travel, the Galileo Project expedition to retrieve interstellar meteor samples, and the search for alien life. They address Avi's claims about iron ratios in spirals and explore the implications of crashed alien spacecraft. The chapter also reflects on the courage, curiosity, and the pursuit of truth in science.

Peter Diamandis, a serial entrepreneur and futurist, discusses the current state of AI, its potential dangers, and the areas it will disrupt the most. Topics include whether we should fear AI, the preparedness of future generations, opportunities and pitfalls for AI in education, the capabilities of AI assistants, and the possibility of a caste system based on digital access to AI.

Discover what happened after the Big Bang with Bruce Partridge, a true pioneer in the field of cosmic microwave background. Topics include the discovery of the microwave background, patience in scientific research, the dominance of a theoretical paradigm, the lithium abundance problem, and anomalies in the cosmic microwave background. Plus, explore the philosophy of doing science and get introduced to a new entertaining podcast.

Barry Barish, Nobel Laureate and experimental physicist, reflects on his life in science, imposter syndrome, and working in the field of physics. Key topics include exploring curiosity, the art of science, the probability of a quantum theory of gravity, and the potential of creating an AI physicist.

David Brin, award-winning sci-fi author and astrophysicist, discusses topics like AI, the origin of the Universe, privacy, and the values of a transparent society. Key takeaways include the distinction between artificial and augmented intelligence, the potential for sentient AI, plasma cosmology, and raising AIs like children. The podcast also covers the upcoming Artemis moon missions and the importance of privacy and accountability.

Canadian Prepper, an educational YouTuber, joins Brian Keating to discuss the possibility of human extinction and why we are fascinated by end times. They explore different types of civilizations, the Fermi paradox, and the great filter, raising questions about our future and potential longevity in the universe.

Renowned theoretical physicist Lawrence M. Krauss discusses the mysteries of the Universe, including the origins of dark energy. They also touch on teaching controversies in science, Einstein's creativity, the role of AI embodiment, nuclear war, pandemics, climate change, UFOs, and aliens. Krauss offers advice to aspiring students and shares his perspectives on the most useful technology in physics.

Join Brian Keating in a mind-bending conversation with David Chalmers, an Australian philosopher specialized in philosophy of mind. They discuss the hard problem of consciousness, tension between physics and philosophy, simulation hypothesis, creator of the simulation, and the uncertainty of living in a simulation. Would Chalmers take the red pill? Listen to find out!

Renowned physicist Brian Greene discusses the experimental relevance of string theory and the exploration of the multiverse. Topics include alternative paths to Einstein's equations, Calabi-Yau manifolds in string theory, faster-than-light signals, the role of scientists as educators, UFO sightings, and the likelihood of alien life.