

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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Jun 1, 2023 • 36min
Colonizing the Kuiper Belt
We often discuss our future in the Asteroid Belt, and the glorious civilizations we might one day build there. However, it is but a pale shadow of its larger twin, the Kuiper Belt, out at the edge of the solar system.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:Outward Bound: Colonizing the Kuiper BeltEpisode 397, June 1, 2023Produced, Written & Narrated by:Isaac ArthurEditors:David McFarlaneMusic 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.

May 25, 2023 • 31min
Warping Reality (Narration Only)
The goal of science is to understand and master the Universe around us, but could our skill grow so great that we could learn to warp reality itself?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/53GAShE▬ Reality Warping Concepts ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 Intro2:06 Warping Spacetime4:58 Negative Mass5:25 Spaceship Propulsion8:41 Forcefields & Shields11:07 Reversing Universal Expansion12:17 Matter Creation12:49 Super Strong Materials14:14 Cloaking15:17 Hammerspace19:07 Tractor Beams20:11 Time Manipulation & Stasis24:20 Ultra-fast Communication25:08 Vacuum Energy25:48 Universe Creation26:40 Probability Manipulation & Luck27:47 Perpetual CivilizationsCredits:Warping RealityScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 396, May 26, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:David McFarlaneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 25, 2023 • 32min
Warping Reality
The goal of science is to understand and master the Universe around us, but could our skill grow so great that we could learn to warp reality itself?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/53GAShE▬ Reality Warping Concepts ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬0:00 Intro2:06 Warping Spacetime4:58 Negative Mass5:25 Spaceship Propulsion8:41 Forcefields & Shields11:07 Reversing Universal Expansion12:17 Matter Creation12:49 Super Strong Materials14:14 Cloaking15:17 Hammerspace19:07 Tractor Beams20:11 Time Manipulation & Stasis24:20 Ultra-fast Communication25:08 Vacuum Energy25:48 Universe Creation26:40 Probability Manipulation & Luck27:47 Perpetual CivilizationsCredits:Warping RealityScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 396, May 26, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:David McFarlaneMusic Courtesy of:Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorStellardrone, "Red Giant", "Cosmic Sunrise"Miguel Johnson, "So Many Stars", "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 21, 2023 • 1h 5min
Coexistence with Aliens
One day we may encounter intelligent aliens, but can we ever hope to understand their psychology and coexist with them if we do?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.netSupport 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:Coexistence with AliensScience & Futurism with Isaac ArthurEpisode 395b, May 21, 2023Written, Produced & Narrated by Isaac ArthurEditors:Darius SaidJerry GuernKeith BlockusKonstantin SokerinMatthew CampbellMusic Courtesy of: Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorMartin Rezny, "Lifelight" Aerium, "Visions of Vega, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran", "Waters of Atlantis"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 • 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 • 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 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.


