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Fermi Paradox
Interstellar Travel
Science Fiction
Faster Than Light Travel
Kardashev Scale
Space Warfare
Artificial Intelligence
Black Holes
Planetary Invasion
Humanoid Robots
Space Probes
Dyson Swarm
Dark Forest Theory
Generation Ships
Augmented Reality
Healthcare Robotics
Dystopian Society
Post-Scarcity Society
Aliens
Asteroid Mining

Entropy Rising is a science fiction podcast and futurism podcast that explores the real science behind the future of humanity.

Hosted by Jacob Hyatt and Lucas, this sci-fi podcast breaks down topics like space exploration, Dyson swarms, interstellar travel, AI, and advanced civilizations using real engineering and physics.

If you’re looking for a science fiction podcast that goes beyond stories ... more

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Shell Worlds and Birch Worlds are some of the largest megastructures ever imagined, offering a vision of artificial planets that could support civilizations ranging from a single family to trillions of people. From hollow planets filled with hydrogen... more

What does it really take to survive interstellar travel? As future spaceships approach light speed, even a tiny grain of interstellar dust becomes a devastating collision, forcing engineers to rethink everything we know about spacecraft design, radia... more

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What if rockets became obsolete? Space elevators could be the megastructure that transforms humanity into a true spacefaring civilization—if we can solve the material science and engineering challenges. In this episode of Entropy Rising, we break dow... more

In this episode of Entropy Rising, we explore how advanced civilizations feed themselves: from personalized AI-designed meals to 3D-printed food systems. As humanity prepares for space exploration beyond Earth, the challenges of feeding colonies on E... more

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Independently published author of science fiction
Episode: Dyson Spheres: Kardashev Scale, Energy Collection, and the Fate of Our Solar System

Hosts

Jacob Hyatt
Host of Entropy Rising; science communicator focusing on space, AI, and future civilizations.
Lucas
Co-host of Entropy Rising; frequent co-host discussing futurism, space exploration, and engineering.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Informative and entertaining

    Only one episode in and I'm hooked. Jacob and Lucas really know their science and present it in way that's easy to follow, even if some of it is pretty sciency. Some ideas, like obliterating certain heavenly bodies to acquire enough material to build a Dyson Swarm may seem completely improbable and reckless (and it may be) but they present it in a way that makes you believe it could work. Their ideas are well thought out. Their banter is fun and easy to follow. I look forward to more. (I liked t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    esanthief
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rising to the top

    My new favourite podcast, just finished my 2nd play through. It’s a thought-provoking show that tackles big ideas, making connections between science, society, and the future of humanity. I hope this show lasts long into the future because i can’t get enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M4RKKK
    Australiaa year ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Only two episodes in and I’m hooked. Jacob and Lucas really know their science and present it in way that’s easy to follow, even if some of it is pretty sciency. Some ideas, like smashing Gannymeade into Mars to make it more earth-like may seem completely improbable and reckless (and it may be) but they present it in a way that makes you believe it could work. Their ideas are well thought out. Their banter is fun and easy to follow. I look forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MC_Howe
    United Statesa year ago

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Engaging, banter-heavy yet informative and broad in topic scope.
Balanced mix of rigorous ideas and entertaining hypotheticals; great for guests and sponsors seeking smart sci-fi fans.
Thoughtful, rigorous science talk with accessible explanations.

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#24
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#25
Canada/Science/Physics
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#26
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#19
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#21
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#46
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Q&A Special: About the hosts, AI Uprisings, and Rogue Black Holes | Entropy Rising Bonus Content
Q: What future technology advancement do you think people are seriously underestimating right now?
Lucas suggests robotic home assistants, while Jacob believes augmented reality will fundamentally change society.
Q&A Special: About the hosts, AI Uprisings, and Rogue Black Holes | Entropy Rising Bonus Content
Q: What's your educational background?
Jacob holds a bachelor's in chemistry and a master's in chemical engineering, while Lucas has a bachelor's in biology and biomedical engineering.
Q&A Special: About the hosts, AI Uprisings, and Rogue Black Holes | Entropy Rising Bonus Content
Q: How are the podcast and its growth doing?
Jacob shares that they're growing faster than expected, recently surpassing 200 subscribers on their podcast.
Q&A Special: About the hosts, AI Uprisings, and Rogue Black Holes | Entropy Rising Bonus Content
Q: What's your favorite piece of media?
Lucas loves 4X strategy games like Stellaris, while Jacob prefers audiobooks since he listens to them in the lab.
Q&A Special: About the hosts, AI Uprisings, and Rogue Black Holes | Entropy Rising Bonus Content
Q: What type of events would most likely cause an apocalypse-type scenario?
Lucas believes an AI uprising is the most likely event, while Jacob thinks a rogue asteroid is a significant risk due to our lack of readiness for one.

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What is Entropy Rising about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thought-provoking exploration of space, future technologies, and civilization-scale ideas grounded in real science. Episodes span topics from the Fermi paradox, Dyson swarms, and interstellar travel to climate engineering, hive minds, and the ethics of planetary engineering, all discussed with accessible explanations and rigorous reasoning. The show pairs engaging, optimistic futurism with practical engineering constraints, often remixing science fiction concepts with actual physics and engineering insight. Listeners can expect wide-ranging, big-picture conversations that connect speculative futures to real-world science, making it a strong fit for audiences who want ideas about what's actually possible in space, technology, and humanity'... more

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