

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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May 18, 2023 • 27min
Hungry Aliens (Narration Only)
The galaxy is a dark, mysterious, and silent place - perhaps it is quiet and empty because some great predator already consumed all in its path, and if so, might we be next?Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurWatch my exclusive video on Space Freighters: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-space-freightersVisit 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:Alien Civilizations: Hungry AliensEpisode 395, May 18, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Dan LavoieDonagh BroderickKonstantin SokerinMusic by:Martin Rezny, "Lifelight" Stellardrone, "A Moment of Stillness", "Cosmic Sunrise"Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran" Miguel Johnson, "Strange New World"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 18, 2023 • 28min
Hungry Aliens
The galaxy is a dark, mysterious, and silent place - perhaps it is quiet and empty because some great predator already consumed all in its path, and if so, might we be next?Get Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurWatch my exclusive video on Space Freighters: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-space-freightersVisit 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:Alien Civilizations: Hungry AliensEpisode 395, May 18, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Dan LavoieDonagh BroderickKonstantin SokerinMusic by:Martin Rezny, "Lifelight" Stellardrone, "A Moment of Stillness", "Cosmic Sunrise"Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran" Miguel Johnson, "Strange New World"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 14, 2023 • 41min
Hive Worlds (Narration Only)
Science fiction often shows us dark, grimy, dystopian mega-cities in the future, but are such planet-wide cities possible, what would they be like, and how many people could they hold?To get started planning a career that works on one of the world’s most pressing problems, sign up now at https://80000hours.org/isaacarthurVisit 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:Hive WorldsEpisode 394a, May 14, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Jason BurbankDavid McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 14, 2023 • 42min
Hive Worlds
Science fiction often shows us dark, grimy, dystopian mega-cities in the future, but are such planet-wide cities possible, what would they be like, and how many people could they hold?To get started planning a career that works on one of the world’s most pressing problems, sign up now at https://80000hours.org/isaacarthurVisit 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:Hive WorldsEpisode 394a, May 14, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Jason BurbankDavid McFarlaneMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMarkus Junnikkala, "Hail The Victorious Dead"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "Ultra Deep Field"Sergey Cheremisinov, "Labyrinth", "Forgotten Stars"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 11, 2023 • 45min
Misconceptions About Space, Time & The Universe (Narration Only)
Our Universe is vast, ancient, and mysterious. It's no surprise that in our quest to explore and explain it, many misconceptions have arisen.[skillshare link]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: Misconceptions About Space, Time & The Universe Science & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 394, May 11, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDavid McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 11, 2023 • 46min
Misconceptions About Space, Time & The Universe
Our Universe is vast, ancient, and mysterious. It's no surprise that in our quest to explore and explain it, many misconceptions have arisen.[skillshare link]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: Misconceptions About Space, Time & The Universe Science & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 394, May 11, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDavid McFarlaneMusic 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.

May 4, 2023 • 41min
The Fermi Paradox: Searching For Dyson Spheres (Narration Only)
Many believe civilizations which survive the challenges of technology will inevitability build Dyson Spheres encompassing their entire sun. So how do we find these megastructures if they exist? Go to https://brilliant.org/IsaacArthur/ to get a 30-day free trial + the first 200 people will get 20% off their annual subscription.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: Searching For Dyson SpheresScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 393, May 4, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Donagh BroderickKonstantin SokerinDavid McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 4, 2023 • 42min
The Fermi Paradox: Searching For Dyson Spheres
Many believe civilizations which survive the challenges of technology will inevitability build Dyson Spheres encompassing their entire sun. So how do we find these megastructures if they exist? Go to https://brilliant.org/IsaacArthur/ to get a 30-day free trial + the first 200 people will get 20% off their annual subscription.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: Searching For Dyson SpheresScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 393, May 4, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Donagh BroderickKonstantin SokerinDavid McFarlaneMusic 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.

Apr 27, 2023 • 28min
Smart Cities
Cities in the future will need to be increasingly clever in how they operate, by utilizing more data collection, automation, and artificial intelligence to serve its citizens and businesses. To get started planning a career that works on one of the world’s most pressing problems, sign up now at https://80000hours.org/isaacarthurVisit 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:Smart CitiesScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 392, April 27, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDavid McFarlaneMusic 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.

Apr 27, 2023 • 27min
Smart Cities (Narration Only)
Cities in the future will need to be increasingly clever in how they operate, by utilizing more data collection, automation, and artificial intelligence to serve its citizens and businesses. To get started planning a career that works on one of the world’s most pressing problems, sign up now at https://80000hours.org/isaacarthurVisit 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:Smart CitiesScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 392, April 27, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDavid McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


