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Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur

Isaac Arthur
Fermi Paradox
Silicon-Based Lifeforms
Space Colonization
Space Debris
Quasites
Statites
Lagites
Kessler Syndrome
Silicon-Based Life Forms
Active Debris Removal
Aurora Effect
Pancosmorio Theory
SETI
Carbon-Based Life
Artificial Intelligence
Laser Brooms
Solar Sails
Percolation Theory
Lagrange Points
Universe

Podcast by Isaac Arthur

PublishesDailyEpisodes1056Founded9 years ago
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From safety protocols to philosophy, AI alignment asks a hard question: can we build artificial intelligence that truly serves humanity?

Watch my exclusive video The Fermi Paradox - Civilization Extinction Cycles: nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthu... more

From safety protocols to philosophy, AI alignment asks a hard question: can we build artificial intelligence that truly serves humanity?

Watch my exclusive video The Fermi Paradox - Civilization Extinction Cycles: nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthu... more

The future of computing might be off-world. Learn how orbital data centers could power AI, solar energy, and a thriving space industry.

Grab one of our new SFIA mugs and make your morning coffee a little more futuristic — available now on our Fourth... more

The future of computing might be off-world. Learn how orbital data centers could power AI, solar energy, and a thriving space industry.

Grab one of our new SFIA mugs and make your morning coffee a little more futuristic — available now on our Fourth... more

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PA. Kramer
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Host

Isaac Arthur
Host of a podcast focused on science and futurism, known for engaging discussions about advanced technology, space exploration, and the future of humanity.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • My favorite podcast out of like 10

    Makes my mind wonder and think creatively as I fall asleep

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Highlighter 3491
    United States3 months ago
  • My Favorite Podcast

    One time listening to this podcast and it was so great. Now we need him on the #JoeRoganExperience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    realbronsonbrady979
    United States4 months ago
  • Epic

    Listened to one episode, and I was hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UnclePorkChop
    United States9 months ago
  • Seriously mind expanding stuff!

    My YouTube subscription history is pretty fickle, with the exception of SFIA. This podcast is a great way to catch up on the go, with over a decade of content related to futurism and covers topics that you won’t find anywhere else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nero-H
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Well thought out content

    I’ve been an on and off watcher of the SFIA YouTube channel and I’m happy to have found it as a podcast since that’s how I watched the vids usually. Not all the topics are equally interesting and there’s some that leave me zoning out. But that’s not the podcasts fault which has super well thought out presentation of a vast array of topics which is presented in a very engaging way. Isaac Arthur manages to explain complex topics from science in a fun way and analyse bizarre sci fi concepts from a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuiradIII
    Switzerlanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and imaginative exploration of complex scientific topics.
There are mixed views on the handling of certain sociopolitical themes, with some listeners suggesting a need for broader perspectives.
Overall, the podcast is regarded as thought-provoking and enriching for those interested in science and futurism.
The host is praised for his ability to explain difficult concepts in an engaging manner.

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#173
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Apple Podcasts
#209
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#249
United Kingdom/Science
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#86
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#89
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#102
Hong Kong/Science

Talking Points

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SFIA Monthly Livestream 60: December 31, 2023
Q: How would you actually get the materials needed to build large rotating habitats in orbit?
Isaac specifies that building habitats in orbit would depend on advances in launch technology, and that Earth remains a primary source for raw materials.
SFIA Monthly Livestream 60: December 31, 2023
Q: Do anti-matter rockets have to be thin and long as often depicted, or is there some design flexibility if we invent better anti-matter production and storage?
Isaac explains that rockets are depicted as thin and long primarily to reduce impact with space debris, but design flexibility exists depending on anti-matter technology advancements.
SFIA Monthly Livestream 60: December 31, 2023
Q: Is it generally accepted that gravity causes time dilation, and is there an alternating theory that time dilation actually causes gravity?
He suggests that while one can argue both sides, he treats it as gravity causing time to slow down based on current scientific understanding.
SFIA Monthly Livestream 60: December 31, 2023
Q: Could utility fog or programmable matter be of some kind be used as a force field that could stop bullets?
Isaac discusses how utility fog could serve as a shield against bullets by moving quickly to intercept them but notes its limitations against faster projectiles.

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