

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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Jul 20, 2023 • 31min
Ammonia-Based Lifeforms (Narration Only)
Our search for extraterrestrial life assumes alien life based on water and carbon, but could there be biochemistries based on other substances?Get a free bag of fresh coffee with any Trade subscription at https://www.drinktrade.com/isaacarthurVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netCheckout this episode ad-free on Nebula: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-ammonia-based-lifeformsSupport 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:Ammonia-Based LifeformsEpisode 404, July 20, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:David McFarlaneEdward WrightJoshua DeilyLukas KonecnySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 20, 2023 • 31min
Ammonia-Based Lifeforms
Our search for extraterrestrial life assumes alien life based on water and carbon, but could there be biochemistries based on other substances?Get a free bag of fresh coffee with any Trade subscription at https://www.drinktrade.com/isaacarthurVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netCheckout this episode ad-free on Nebula: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-ammonia-based-lifeformsSupport 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:Ammonia-Based LifeformsEpisode 404, July 20, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:David McFarlaneEdward WrightJoshua DeilyLukas KonecnyMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMarkus Junnikkala, "We Roam the Stars"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "Between the Rings"Miguel Johnson, "Far From Home", "So Many Stars"Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 16, 2023 • 27min
Robots & Warfare
Robots play an ever greater role in every aspect of our lives, including the battlefield, but what will their role be in the wars of the future?Use code isaacarthur at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/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:Robots & WarfareEpisode 403a, July 16, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMarkus Junnikkala, "We Roam the Stars"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "Between the Rings"Miguel Johnson, "Far From Home", "So Many Stars"Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 16, 2023 • 27min
Robots & Warfare (Narration Only)
Robots play an ever greater role in every aspect of our lives, including the battlefield, but what will their role be in the wars of the future?Use code isaacarthur at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/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:Robots & WarfareEpisode 403a, July 16, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 13, 2023 • 27min
Mobiles Cities
Humanity has often preferred to move its communities, and in the future we might do that by moving our entire cities, by air, sea, or land.Watch my exclusive video on Nomadic Miners On The Moon: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-nomadic-miners-on-the-moonGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/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:Mobile CitiesScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 403, July 13, 2023Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurWritten by:Briana BrownellIsaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDavid McFarlaneMusic Courtesy of: Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMarkus Junnikkala, "Plotting a Course", "We Roam the Stars"Stellardrone, "Red Giant", "Between the Rings"Miguel Johsnon, "Far From Home", "So Many Stars"Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 13, 2023 • 28min
Mobiles Cities (Narration Only)
Humanity has often preferred to move its communities, and in the future we might do that by moving our entire cities, by air, sea, or land.Watch my exclusive video on Nomadic Miners On The Moon: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-nomadic-miners-on-the-moonGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/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:Mobile CitiesScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 403, July 13, 2023Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurWritten by:Briana BrownellIsaac 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.

Jul 6, 2023 • 34min
Lunar Mining, Processing & Refining
After over half a century, it is time to return to the Moon, and use its vast resources as a bridge to countless new worlds. 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:In Situ Resource Utilization: Lunar Mining, Processing & Refining Episode 402, July 6, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Brianna BrownellDavid McFarlaneJohn KrossMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMarkus Junnikkala, "Hail the Victorious Dead" "A Memory of Earth"Stellardrone, "Red Giant" "Ultra Deep Field"Sergey Cheremisinov, "Labyrinth" "Forgotten Stars"Taras Harkavyi, "Alpha and ..."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 6, 2023 • 33min
Lunar Mining, Processing & Refining (Narration Only)
After over half a century, it is time to return to the Moon, and use its vast resources as a bridge to countless new worlds. 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:In Situ Resource Utilization: Lunar Mining, Processing & Refining Episode 402, July 6, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Brianna BrownellDavid McFarlaneJohn KrossSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 29, 2023 • 34min
Earth After Humanity (Narration Only)
We often think that one day the world will come to an end and humanity with it, and possibly with us causing it, but what would our world be like if life persisted after humanity was gone?Connect the Dots with Ariadne: https://www.ariadne.incVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-earth-after-humanitySupport 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/53GAShE---- Chapters -----0:00 Intro01:48 Natural Catastrophe 07:03 Humanity Wrecks Earth12:07 Super Plague15:19 Artificial Intelligence Kills Us20:33 Aliens Kill Us25:22 Humanity Abandons EarthCredits:Life in 2323 A.D.Episode 400, June 22, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDonagh BroderickDillon Olander Konstantin SokerinMerv JohnsonDavid McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 29, 2023 • 34min
Earth After Humanity
We often think that one day the world will come to an end and humanity with it, and possibly with us causing it, but what would our world be like if life persisted after humanity was gone?Connect the Dots with Ariadne: https://www.ariadne.incVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-earth-after-humanitySupport 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/53GAShE---- Chapters -----0:00 Intro01:48 Natural Catastrophe 07:03 Humanity Wrecks Earth12:07 Super Plague15:19 Artificial Intelligence Kills Us20:33 Aliens Kill Us25:22 Humanity Abandons EarthCredits:Life in 2323 A.D.Episode 400, June 22, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:Briana BrownellDonagh BroderickDillon Olander Konstantin SokerinMerv JohnsonDavid McFarlaneMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic SoundStellardrone, "Red Giant", "Ultra Deep Field"Sergey Cheremisinov, "Labyrinth", "Forgotten Stars"Taras Harkavyi, "Alpha and ...", Miguel Johnson, "So Many Stars"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


