

Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur
Isaac Arthur
Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur explores humanity’s long-term future through space exploration, advanced technology, and big-picture science. Hosted by National Space Society President Isaac Arthur, each episode uses real science and careful speculation to examine space colonization, megastructures, artificial intelligence, post-scarcity economies, and the physics shaping civilization beyond Earth.
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Oct 13, 2024 • 28min
Fungal Aliens (Narration Only)
Fungus and Protista are far more ancient than animal life, and far more varied in form. So could alien fungi be more common in the galaxy, and might it spread through space by spores?Go to https://hensonshaving.com/isaacarthur and enter "isaacarthur" at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Fungal AliensEpisode 468a; October 13, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 10, 2024 • 35min
Colonizing Io (Narration Only)
Explore the challenges and possibilities of colonizing Io, Jupiter's volcanic moon, as we delve into the extreme conditions, scientific innovations, and potential for human settlement on one of the most hostile environments in our solar system Watch my exclusive video Caretaker AI & Genus Loci: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-caretaker-ai-genus-loci Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurGet a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthurUse the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year of Nebula to a friend for just $30.Christa McAuliffe National Space Educator Award: https://sites.google.com/view/spaceawardVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Colonizing IoEpisode 468; October 10, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurGraphics:Jarred EagleyJeremy JozwikKatie ByrneKen York YD VisualKristijan TavcarSergio BoteroUdo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 10, 2024 • 35min
Colonizing Io
Explore the challenges and possibilities of colonizing Io, Jupiter's volcanic moon, as we delve into the extreme conditions, scientific innovations, and potential for human settlement on one of the most hostile environments in our solar system Watch my exclusive video Caretaker AI & Genus Loci: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-caretaker-ai-genus-loci Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurGet a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthurUse the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year of Nebula to a friend for just $30.Christa McAuliffe National Space Educator Award: https://sites.google.com/view/spaceawardVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Colonizing IoEpisode 468; October 10, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurGraphics:Jarred EagleyJeremy JozwikKatie ByrneKen York YD VisualKristijan TavcarSergio BoteroUdo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 3, 2024 • 46min
The Fermi Paradox: Large Moons
One of Earth’s most unique features is the enormous gemstone in our sky we call the Moon, but could the Moon be the reason why we even exist?Go to https://hensonshaving.com/isaacarthur and enter "isaacarthur" at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:The Fermi Paradox: Large MoonsEpisode 467; October 3, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurEditor: Thomas OwensSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorLombus, "Cosmic Soup"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "The Divine Cosmos", "Eternity", "In Time"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 3, 2024 • 45min
The Fermi Paradox: Large Moons (Narration Only)
One of Earth’s most unique features is the enormous gemstone in our sky we call the Moon, but could the Moon be the reason why we even exist?Go to https://hensonshaving.com/isaacarthur and enter "isaacarthur" at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:The Fermi Paradox: Large MoonsEpisode 467; October 3, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurEditor: Thomas OwensSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorLombus, "Cosmic Soup"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "The Divine Cosmos", "Eternity", "In Time"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 29, 2024 • 28min
Life As An Asteroid Miner
We often envision filling space with vast megastructures people might live on in the future, and mining asteroids to provide the materials for their construction, but what would life as an Asteroid Miner be like?Watch my exclusive video Exploring The Multiverse: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-exploring-the-multiverseGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurGet a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthurUse the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year of Nebula to a friend for just $30.Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Life As An Asteroid MinerEpisode 466a; September 26, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurGraphics:Fishy TreeIan LongJeremy JozwikMihail YordanovSpace Resources CGIUdo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 29, 2024 • 28min
Life As An Asteroid Miner (Narration Only)
We often envision filling space with vast megastructures people might live on in the future, and mining asteroids to provide the materials for their construction, but what would life as an Asteroid Miner be like?Watch my exclusive video Exploring The Multiverse: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-exploring-the-multiverseGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurGet a Lifetime Membership to Nebula for only $300: https://go.nebula.tv/lifetime?ref=isaacarthurUse the link gift.nebula.tv/isaacarthur to give a year of Nebula to a friend for just $30.Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Life As An Asteroid MinerEpisode 466a; September 26, 2024Produced, Narrated & Written: Isaac ArthurGraphics:Fishy TreeIan LongJeremy JozwikMihail YordanovSpace Resources CGIUdo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 26, 2024 • 28min
Is Privacy Going Extinct? (Narration Only)
Technology brings us many wonders, but it may also bring about the end of our privacy. What, if anything, can we do to protect it?Use code isaacarthur at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/isaacarthurJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFipeZtQM5CKUjx6grh54g/joinVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Is Privacy Going Extinct?Episode 466; September 26, 2024Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurEditors: Merv Johnson IISelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 26, 2024 • 29min
Is Privacy Going Extinct?
Technology brings us many wonders, but it may also bring about the end of our privacy. What, if anything, can we do to protect it?Use code isaacarthur at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/isaacarthurJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFipeZtQM5CKUjx6grh54g/joinVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Is Privacy Going Extinct?Episode 466; September 26, 2024Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurEditors: Merv Johnson IISelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 19, 2024 • 55min
Transcendence (Narration Only)
Many seek a path to enlightenment through study and meditation, but what does science tell us about transcendence? And could entire civilizations seek to leave this reality behind?Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:Transcendence Episode 465; September 19, 2024Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurEditors:Dillon OllanderJohn M SmartGraphics:Jeremy JozwikKen YorkSergio BoteroSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesMusic Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


