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Best podcasts about Extraterrestrial intelligence

Latest podcast episodes about Extraterrestrial intelligence

Pick Up and Deliver
March/April '25 Movie Roundup

Pick Up and Deliver

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 16:14


Brendan shares his thoughts about the films he watched in March and April of 2025. Join us, won't you?The Devil Wears PradaPrêt-à-Porter (2010)Fit to Print (2023)DoomDOOM: The Board Game (2016)PhilomenaSherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Thames Murders & Other Cases (1981)The PostFit to Print (2023)Watergate (2019)ThelmaHolding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr (2018)Apollo 13High Frontier (2010)Apollo: A Game Inspired by NASA Moon Missions (2020)Shackleton Base: A Journey to the Moon (2024)TrumboHollywood 1947 (2023)The Man from EarthCosmosSETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (2024)Judgment at NurembergHeart EyesWhat films did you watch in March and April of 2025? Share your viewing over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed
March/April '25 Movie Roundup

Rattlebox Games- Network Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 16:14


Brendan shares his thoughts about the films he watched in March and April of 2025. Join us, won't you?The Devil Wears PradaPrêt-à-Porter (2010)Fit to Print (2023)DoomDOOM: The Board Game (2016)PhilomenaSherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Thames Murders & Other Cases (1981)The PostFit to Print (2023)Watergate (2019)ThelmaHolding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr (2018)Apollo 13High Frontier (2010)Apollo: A Game Inspired by NASA Moon Missions (2020)Shackleton Base: A Journey to the Moon (2024)TrumboHollywood 1947 (2023)The Man from EarthCosmosSETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (2024)Judgment at NurembergHeart EyesWhat films did you watch in March and April of 2025? Share your viewing over on boardgamegeek in guild #3269.

Big Picture Science
Alien Says What?

Big Picture Science

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 54:00


Whales are aliens on Earth; intelligent beings who have skills for complex problem-solving and their own language. Now in what's being called a breakthrough, scientists have carried on an extended conversation with a humpback whale. They share the story of this remarkable encounter, their evidence that the creature understood them, and how the experiment informs our Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. After all, what good is it to make contact with ET if we can't communicate? Guests: Brenda McCowan – Research behaviorist at the University of California Davis in the School of Veterinary Medicine who studies the ecological aspects of animal behavior and communication.  Fred Sharpe – Whale biologist with the Templeton WhaleSETI Team and field ecologist with Olympic Peninsula Prairies. Laurance Doyle – Astrophysicist and information theory researcher at the SETI Institute.  Descripción en español. Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake Originally aired February 12, 2024 You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Picture Science
Alien Says What?

Big Picture Science

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 54:00


Whales are aliens on Earth; intelligent beings who have skills for complex problem-solving and their own language. Now in what's being called a breakthrough, scientists have carried on an extended conversation with a humpback whale. They share the story of this remarkable encounter, their evidence that the creature understood them, and how the experiment informs our Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. After all, what good is it to make contact with ET if we can't communicate? Guests: Brenda McCowan – Research behaviorist at the University of California Davis in the School of Veterinary Medicine who studies the ecological aspects of animal behavior and communication.  Fred Sharpe – Whale biologist with the Templeton WhaleSETI Team and field ecologist with Olympic Peninsula Prairies. Laurance Doyle – Astrophysicist and information theory researcher at the SETI Institute.  Descripción en español. Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake Originally aired February 12, 2024 You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Five By
Episode 161: Iliad, That's Not a Hat, Daimyo: Rebirth of the Empire, Rivages, SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

The Five By

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 27:13


Hello friends and welcome to The Five By! Your quatriweekly source of rapid-fire board game reviews. 00:00 Justin - Introduction 00:49 Sarah - Iliad (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/420914/iliad) 06:03 Meeple Lady - That's Not a Hat (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/375651/thats-not-a-hat) 10:33 Jose - Daimyo: Rebirth of the Empire (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/237145/daimyo-rebirth-of-the-empire) 16:01 Aaron - Rivages (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/409581/rivages) 21:20 Justin - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/418059/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence) 26:28 John - Outro

Truthseekers
The others : NHI: Non human intelligence! The search for extraterrestrial intelligence, it matters!

Truthseekers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 35:15


The others : NHI: Non human intelligence! The search for extraterrestrial intelligence, it matters!Music by Karl Casey  @WhiteBatAudio  Graphics by SpookyContent created here by Spectral International, LLC.Buy me a coffee (or 100) to support the show :https://buymeacoffee.com/truthseekersMusic videos by Simon Fly. Visit our website here : https://truthseekershow.com  Subscribe to our youtube channel here :http://www.youtube.com/c/truthseekershowFollow Steven Cambian on twitter : @stevencambian Join our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/stevencambianDonate by paypal : Send a paypal to TRUTHSEEKERSHOW@GMAIL.COMAny amount you wish. Please include your chatroom user id, and any message you would like me to read on air. We read every paypal message we are sent and thank every person who sends any paypal support. Listen to the audio podcast : https://www.spreaker.com/user/14526799Email us : TRUTHSEEKERSHOW@GMAIL.COM

Meeple Society
EP 88: First Look Seti: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Meeple Society

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 90:59


On this episodeWe talk about the fast approaching Meeople Live, How I broke my own rule about "no kickstarters for a bit", and some recent games we've gotten played. And finally we look around from some extraterrestrial life in our first look at SETISocial Media LinkExtra Life Pledge Link

Demystifying Science
Can Simple Rules Explain Reality? Dr. Stephen Wolfram, DemystifySci #343

Demystifying Science

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 180:16


Stephen Wolfram is a physicists, mathematician, and programmer who believes he has discovered the computational rules that organize the universe at the finest grain. These rules are not physical rules like the equations of state or Maxwell's equations. According to Wolfram, these are rules that govern how the universe evolves and operates at a level at least one step down below the reality that we inhabit. His computational principles are inspired by the results observed in cellular automata systems, which show that it's possible to take a very simple system, with very simple rules, and end up at complex patterns that often look organic and always look far more intricate than the black and white squares that the game started with. We sit down with him for a conversation about the platonic endeavor that he has undertaken, where to draw the line between lived experience and the computational universe, the limits of physics, and the value of purpose and the source of consciousness. MAKE HISTORY WITH US THIS SUMMER:https://demystifysci.com/demysticon-2025PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-show00:00 Go!00:02:07 Entropy and Computational Irreducibility00:09:45 Understanding Observers in Physics00:15:12 The Concept of Time as Computation00:23:00 Neural Networks and Determinism00:30:03 Understanding Space and Its Nature00:39:24 Exploring the Nature of Emergence and Reality00:41:44 Perception and Computational Limitations of Human Minds00:46:18 The Complexity of Existence and Consciousness00:51:58 The Universe's Computation versus Human Understanding00:55:42 Conceptualizing Reality Beyond Physical Actors01:01:11 Computational Irreducibility in Biological Systems01:09:49 The Nature of Experience in Humans and Machines01:14:25 Internal Experiences and the Connection to Purpose01:18:07 Exploration of Purpose in Life and AI01:26:00 The Nature of Human Existence and Purpose01:35:19 Searching for Extraterrestrial Intelligence and Understanding Reality01:41:02 Communication Across Species02:01:13 Emergence of Simple Rules in Physics02:14:47 Observers and the Universe02:19:14 The Role of Mass and Experience02:24:02 Self-Reproduction and Evolution02:30:50 Complexity and Natural Selection02:37:07 Foundations of Medicine02:40:45 Application of Physics Concepts in Other Fields02:49:44 Limits and Possibilities of Travel Through Space02:53:11 Future of Human Civilization and Technology02:55:05 Science and Pre-Existing Questions about the Universe02:58:05 The Intersection of Mathematics and Physical Reality#physics, #computationalphysics, #consciousness, #freewill, #determinism, #spaceexploration, #evolution, #purpose, #futureofhumanity, #complexsystems , #machinelearning, #philosophypodcast , #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast ABOUS US: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. PATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasBMERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/allAMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98DONATE: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaDSUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysciBLOG: http://DemystifySci.com/blog RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rssMAILING LIST: https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySciMUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

Pretty Pretty Podcast
How To Feel Your Feelings (So They Stop Controlling You)

Pretty Pretty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 31:54


What if feeling your feelings didn't mean falling apart — but actually gave you more control, not less? If white knuckling or pushing through is the best way you know how to feel your feelings. You're not alone.Discover the hidden mistake keeping perfectionists stuck feeling on edge, why you can never outthink your feelings and the right way to feel your feelings.Want to bring rewiring into your reality? Where being confident, certain and playful is just how you roll? Perfectionist Solutions 1-1 coaching is your next step.Mentioned In Episode 254:Perfectionism Optimized 1 to 1 coachingPerfectionismRewired.comOther helpful podcast episodes in this series on How Your Brain Actually Works:Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 248Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 249Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 250Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 251Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 252Perfectionism Rewired Ep. 253Timestamps:00:00-Your thoughts create your feelings LIE #101:53-Can't Feel Your Feelings Without This04:14-Knowing how your brain actually works05:24-"What is Wrong With Me?" Explained06:37-Feelings Are Psychological LIE #207:16-Feelings are Emotions LIE #308:56-Where Feelings Actually Come From10:08-How Depersonalizing Feelings = Freedom12:46-Turning Mom Meltdown Moments Around (Manon's Story)14:35-How To Control Your Feelings16:01-Rational Thinking + Decisions LIE #417:32-Striving For Excellence Without Pushing Through18:29-What Your Person Account Has To Do With Feelings19:41-How To Identify Your Feelings Fast21:12-How To Feel Your Feelings Visual Tool22:33-Why Meditation + Deep Breaths Don't Always Work23:58-Thoughts Drive Your Feelings LIES #525:57-Perspectacles How Feelings Shape Your Perceptions28:37-Turning Your Mood into Useful Fuel30:07-Where Sense Data Fits Into The EquationHow To Feel Your Feelings Q&AQ: Why does “changing my thoughts” never changes my feelings—especially as a perfectionist?
A: This episode breaks down the myth that thoughts drive feelings (hint: it's the other way around!). Discover why “thought work” is a torture device for perfectionidtic people and how the “CTFAR Model” does not actually work for any human with a brainQ: What's really going on when I'm overwhelmed by emotions even if everything looks fine on the outside?
A: You'll learn the neuroscientific difference between feelings and emotions, plus why this distinction puts an to the cycle of overthinking feelings and asking “what is wrong with me”Q: What's the biggest misconception high-achievers have about feelings?
A: Most of us have a totally backward understanding of where feelings come from (and it's not just psychological!). Courtney reveals the real, science-backed answer.Q: How can I feel my feelings without getting “lost” in them or falling apart?
A: Tune in for a client success story and discover a practical tool—the “mood meter”—to help you regain control and function, even on tough days.Q: Does thinking rationally mean I can escape feelings?
A: Logic and rationality can't bypass feelings. Find out why every decision (yes, even the “rational” ones!) are shaped by your mood — and how to use this knowledge to your advantage.Q: What's one quick, practical tweak I can use to feel better fast?
A: Courtney shares micro-strategies (think 30 seconds to 3 minutes) you can use right away to change your mood—and your experience.Highly Credible Resources Cited in this EpisodeBar, M. (2009). The proactive brain: memory for predictions. *Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences*, *364*(1521), 1235–1243. https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2008.0310Barrett, L. F. (2017). How emotions are made: The secret life of the brain. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.Barrett, L. F. (2006). Valence is a basic building block of emotional life. Journal of Research in Personality, 40(1), 35–55. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrp.2005.08.006Barrett, L. F. (2016). The theory of constructed emotion: an active inference account of interoception and categorization. Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, nsw154. https://doi.org/10.1093/scan/nsw154Barrett, L. F., & Bar, M. (2009). See it with feeling: affective predictions during object perception. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 364(1521), 1325–1334. https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2008.0312Barrett, L. F., Gross, J., Christensen, T. C., & Benvenuto, M. (2001). Knowing what you're feeling and knowing what to do about it: Mapping the relation between emotion differentiation and emotion regulation. Cognition and Emotion, 15(6), 713–724. https://doi.org/10.1080/02699930143000239Barrett, L. F., & Russell, J. A. (1999). The Structure of Current Affect. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 8(1), 10–14. https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-8721.00003Braem, S., Coenen, E., Klaas Bombeke, Bochove, van, & Wim Notebaert. (2015). Open your eyes for prediction errors. *Cognitive Affective & Behavioral Neuroscience*, *15*(2), 374–380. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13415-014-0333-4Bobba-Alves, N., Juster, R.-P., & Picard, M. (2022). The energetic cost of allostasis and allostatic load. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 146, 105951. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2022.105951Cesario, J., Johnson, D. J., & Eisthen, H. L. (2020). Your Brain Is Not an Onion With a Tiny Reptile Inside. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 29(3), 255–260. https://doi.org/10.1177/0963721420917687‌Clark, A. (2013). Whatever next? Predictive brains, situated agents, and the future of cognitive science. *Behavioral and Brain Sciences*, *36*(3), 181–204. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0140525x12000477Gendron, M., Lindquist, K. A., Barsalou, L., & Barrett, L. F. (2012). Emotion words shape emotion percepts. Emotion, 12(2), 314–325. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0026007Hoemann, K., Gendron, M., & Barrett, L. F. (2022). Assessing the Power of Words to Facilitate Emotion Category Learning. Affective Science, 3(1), 69–80. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42761-021-00084-4Kleckner, I. R., Zhang, J., Touroutoglou, A., Chanes, L., Xia, C., Simmons, W. K., Quigley, K. S., Dickerson, B. C., & Feldman Barrett, L. (2017). Evidence for a large-scale brain system supporting allostasis and interoception in humans. Nature Human Behaviour, 1(5). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-017-0069Mattes, A., Mück, M., & Stahl, J. (2023). Perfectionism-related variations in error processing in a task with increased response selection complexity. *Personality neuroscience*, *5*, e12. https://doi.org/10.1017/pen.2022.3Sullivan, W. T. (1990). Outward Searchers: SETI Pioneers . Scientists Talk about Their Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. DAVID W. SWIFT. University of Arizona Press, Tucson, 1990. xiv, 436 pp., illus. $35. Science, 250(4978), 303–303. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.250.4978.303-a Perfectionism Rewired is committed to truth and accuracy through a perfectionist affirming lens, offering cutting-edge research on perfectionism, interoception + neuroscience, for the practical perfectionist who wants to enjoy the life they've worked so hard to create.

Pod of Thunder
601 - Blue Oyster Cult - E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence)

Pod of Thunder

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 77:46


601 - Blue Oyster Cult - E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence): Chris, Nick, and Andy break down “E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence)” from the 1976 album Agents of Fortune by Blue Oyster Cult. 

Mayim Bialik's Breakdown
Astrophysicist on the Latest Discoveries of Potential for Alien Life and How We Might Not be Alone

Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 97:24


Are UAPs real? Is an extraterrestrial sighting even possible on Earth? What are the scientific explanations for alien sightings? Is a human-like civilization possible on another planet? Astronomer and astrophysicist Adam Frank (author of Little Book of Aliens) joins Mayim and Jonathan for an MBB Explores to discuss the scientific possibilities of aliens, UFOs, and why we all need to be more excited about what recent technological advances are enabling us to discover in space. Adam Frank discusses his feelings on the government reports on Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAPs), his and fellow scientists' analysis of UFO videos, and why SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) took so long to be funded and taken seriously. Find out the staggering percentage of planets that likely hold potential for intelligent life and why we all feel such wonder looking at the stars. Plus, Adam Frank discusses his time consulting on Marvel's “Dr. Strange” and his feelings on the possibility of a metaverse in real life. You don't want to miss this mind-blowing exploration of what space has to offer! Check out Adam Frank's website to learn more about his books & research: https://www.adamfrankscience.com/ BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik

JonGetsGames Podcast
SETI Impressions

JonGetsGames Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 76:09


Welcome to the Friendly Ties podcast! Anastasia, Jonathan, and Nick discuss our recent plays of SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. View the video version and let us know what you think by leaving a comment here - https://youtu.be/eGC3tP4kIXA Please nominate us for the Golden Geek Award by following this link and clicking "Podcast": https://boardgamegeek.com/geekawards/boardgame. Nominations are closed as of April 13th, 2025. Theme song "Unboxing" created by and used with the permission of Michael Chadwick - michaelchadwick.info Directly support the channel: http://www.GettingGames.com/support List of all game content: http://www.GettingGames.com/games Bluesky: http://GettingGames.bsky.social/ Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/GettingGames

The Board Game BBQ Podcast
Episode 333: The Gang, Altered TCG

The Board Game BBQ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 95:27


In this episode, Banana, Adrian and Conor are in the mood to reminisce about a HUGE gaming weekend for Adrian's 40th birthday. Adrian has fallen for The Gang, and by that he means not just the people at his birthday bash, but the game as well.  Meanwhile Conor has been battling head-to-head and having fun with one of his favourite TCG's without breaking the bank, in Altered.  Banana surprisingly enjoyed a game that prides itself on getting pleasure from other people's misery in Shadenfreude, and also got to have an unexpected try of a Kickstarter prototype!   Sizzling Games: The Gang [50:27] Altered [01:01:49]   Question of the Pod Recap: [1:14:42] New Question of the Pod: [1:20:57] Fired Up: [01:29:13]   New Question of the Pod: What board game would work well as a drinking game? How would it play?   Check out our Eventbrite page for all of our upcoming Game Days: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/board-game-bbq-32833304483   Has this episode left you with a thirst for more? Here are all of the games that we discussed: Flip 7 https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/420087/flip-7 Bristol 1350 https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/308989/bristol-1350 Schadenfreude https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/324711/schadenfreude My Gold Mine https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/331571/my-gold-mine SETI: Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/418059/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence The Anarchy https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/408637/the-anarchy Hadrian's Wall https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/304783/hadrians-wall Scales of Fate https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/437356/scales-of-fate The Edler Scrolls https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/356080/the-elder-scrolls-betrayal-of-the-second-era The Gang https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/411567/the-gang Altered https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/397393/altered     Keep up to date with updates for Scales of Fate Late pledges: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ivstudios/scales-of-fate?ref=discovery&term=sclaes%20of%20fate&total_hits=2&category_id=34     SPONSORS Our podcast is proudly sponsored by Advent Games and More Than Meeples.   Advent Games is an Australian online board game store based in Sydney, NSW.  http://www.adventgames.com.au/   More Than Meeples is an Australian retail and online game store based in Brisbane, QLD. https://morethanmeeples.com.au/   PATREON Hey there, BBQ fans! Guess what? We've got a Patreon! By joining, you'll unlock exclusive content, gain access to a members-only section of our Discord where you can help shape the show, and so much more. Plus, your support will help us grow and bring some awesome new projects to life in 2025.   At the Board Game BBQ Podcast, we're passionate about what we do and promise to keep the fun and shenanigans rolling. We're so grateful for your support! Joining our Patreon is totally optional, and we ask that you don't contribute if it'll cause financial stress. But if you'd like to chip in from just USD$5 a month, click the link to check out our Patreon page. Thanks a million for being amazing! We're committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community, and you all make it special. See you at the BBQ!! https://www.patreon.com/BoardGameBBQ   SOCIALS Support the podcast and join the community! https://linktr.ee/BoardGameBBQ   LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-board-game-bbq-podcast/id1515192971   LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4VZjYJV1E3AWND62urWlP9   #boardgamebbq #bgg #boardgamegeek #boardgames #bgbbqpodcast #boardgamesaustralia #boardgamers #boardgamesaddict  #aussiegamer  #boardgamesarefun  #bgcommunity #gamenight #playmoreboardgames #tabletopgames #tabletoptime #gamereview #addictsnotexperts

Church Life Today
Edge of Belief: UFO's, Technology, and the Catholic Imagination, with Brett Robinson

Church Life Today

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 23:14


How should Catholics think about UFOs? How can the Church respond to evolving scientific discoveries? What are the boundaries for Catholic belief?These are the kinds of questions at the heart of a new documentary short film produced by The McGrath Institute for Church Life. "Edge of Belief: UFOs, Technology & The Catholic Imagination," explores the outer limits of belief.Today, the film's producer, who is also my friend and colleague, Professor Brett Robinson, joins me to talk about this project: its aims, its audience, and its intrigue. Follow-up Resources:"Edge of Belief: UFOs, Technology & The Catholic Imagination," “The Next Wave of Artificial Intelligence and Our Humanity, with Stephanie DePrez,” podcast episode via Church Life Today“A Very Short Introduction to the History of Catholic Debates about the Multiverse and Extraterrestrial Intelligence,” by Paul Thigpen, article at Church Life Journal“What Can Catholic Theology Say about Extraterrestrials,” by Chris Baglow, article at Church Life JournalChurch Life Today is a partnership between the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame and OSV Podcasts from Our Sunday Visitor. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

WiscoDice
Andromeda's Edge Review

WiscoDice

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 59:42


In Episode 138 of the WiscoDice Podcast, our four hosts sit down to share their thoughts about one of the latest hit games, Andromeda's Edge from Cardboard Alchemy. Driven to the edge of the galaxy, your faction will attempt to bring themselves back to power on the edge of Andromeda. This game features a number or worker placement and Euro board game style mechanisms, while still offering edgy combat and player interaction. Find out what the hosts thought. Of course, don't miss out on the games we have been playing. SETI: The Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence from CGE and Trajan from Ammonit Spiele are our featured games! Time Stamps 0:00 Welcome to WiscoDice 0:52 SETI 5:09 Trajan 12:07 Andromeda's Edge You can likely pick up any of these games at your local game store. Of course, support your local game store. If you don't have a local game store, support ours! * Noble Knight Games: https://www.nobleknight.com/ * Misty Mountain Games: https://www.mistymountaingames.com/ Subscribe and Listen to the WiscoDice Tabletop Gaming Podcast: * Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gh/podcast/wiscodice/ * Subscribe on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL3dpc2NvZGljZS5jb20vcnNzL3dpc2NvZGljZXJzcy54bWw * Subscribe on Audible Podcasts: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B08JJP2YNR * Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Vzy8kFT0oC2YrXvNB5R6T * Subscribe on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/wiscodice Please also follow us on our social networks * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WiscoDice * Twitter: https://twitter.com/WiscoDice * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiscodice/ * WiscoDice Discord: https://discord.gg/mD4Fw8gMZF

Board Game Snobs
Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence aka SETI

Board Game Snobs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 50:59


Episode 341 The Snobs review SETI Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bgsnobs Follow/join us at: Board Game Snobs Discord https://www.instagram.com/boardgamesnobs/ Board Game Snobs Facebook Group For merch: https://sirmeeple.com/collections/board-game-snobs For questions, comments or general adulation: Send emails to boardgamesnobs@gmail.com

The Polyhedron Collider Cast
Episode 163 - SETI, Slay the Spire, Perch, and House of Fado

The Polyhedron Collider Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 72:03


Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content  In this episode of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the team dives into a mix of science, board games, and digital adventures. We kick things off with a discussion on SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, exploring the latest big board game from CGE searching the solar system for extraterrestrial intelligence. Shifting gears, we tackle Slay the Spire: The Board Game, a card game translation of the beloved deck-building roguelike, breaking down its strategic depth, replayability, and asking the question what it offers over its digital lineage.   The conversation then moves to Perch a cute but ruthless area control game about flocking birds, and House of Fado, a Gallerist inspired game of enticing punters to your restaurant and promoting musicians. Games Mentioned 00:00:00 Agricola: Dead Harvest, Labyrinth: Chronicles, and This War of Mine: The Board Game – Second Edition  00:08:08 Airecon https://www.airecon.co.uk/ 00:12:52 SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence 00:32:24 Slay the Spire: The Board Game 00:48:15 Perch 00:58:22 House of Fado   ⭐Show Sponsor: Kienda When you sign up to an account with Kienda use this link to bag yourself a wee discount and help support the show.  Let's face it, you were going to buy a board game anyway

Bitewing Games Podcast
1st Impressions of The Fellowship of the Ring: Trick-Taking Game, SETI, Altay, Nova Era, and Agent Avenue

Bitewing Games Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 23:28


Nick shares his 1st impressions of 5 new board games:0:42 - Agent Avenue5:13 - Altay: Dawn of Civilization8:50 - The Fellowship of the Ring: Trick-Taking Game12:34 - Nova Era18:20 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Board Game Hot Takes
SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Board Game Hot Takes

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 59:14


In Episode 237 we give our hot take review on SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence covering the mechanisms, the production, and our overall feelings of the game.We announce some board game giveaways and then talk about some games that have been on our tables including Dinosaur Island, Stockpile, Guild of Merchant Explorers, and Architects of the West Kingdom: Age of Artisans.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:20 Patreon Board Game Giveaways02:50 SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Description04:25 Gameplay and Mechanisms18:42 Production and Theme25:49 Final Thoughts37:21 Dinosaur Island44:46 Stockpile53:40 Guild of Merchant Explorers55:18 Architects of the West Kingdom: Age of ArtisansIf you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/boardgamehottakesFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamehottakes.bsky.socialJoin our Board Game Arena Community: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=11417205Join our Discord server at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/vMtAYQWURd

Discover Daily by Perplexity
AI Hedge Fund Beats Market, Mexico Threatens Google Over Gulf, and Model Suggests Intelligent Life's Inevitability

Discover Daily by Perplexity

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 6:37 Transcription Available


We're experimenting and would love to hear from you!In this episode of ‘Discover Daily', we explore groundbreaking developments across finance, international relations, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. We begin with the remarkable story of Minotaur Capital, a Sydney-based hedge fund achieving an 18.7% return through innovative AI-driven investment strategies, showcasing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in financial markets.We then delve into an unprecedented diplomatic dispute between Mexico and Google over the digital renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" for US users, following a recent executive order. This controversy highlights the complex intersection of technology, territorial sovereignty, and international relations in our increasingly digital world.Our main story examines a revolutionary study from Penn State and University of Munich researchers that challenges long-held beliefs about intelligent life in the universe. The research suggests that human-like intelligence might be a natural outcome of planetary evolution rather than a series of improbable events, potentially transforming our approach to the search for extraterrestrial life and our understanding of humanity's place in the cosmos.From Perplexity's Discover Feed:https://www.perplexity.ai/page/ai-hedge-fund-beats-market-eC6zLLp0StGVEtZh79gPTQ https://www.perplexity.ai/page/mexico-threatens-google-over-g-Hv6QT9FuSBOsq342XnaBZw https://www.perplexity.ai/page/model-suggests-intelligent-lif-YwaqBI0KQKufX9kXZKvVrwIntroducing Perplexity Deep Research:https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/introducing-perplexity-deep-research Perplexity is the fastest and most powerful way to search the web. Perplexity crawls the web and curates the most relevant and up-to-date sources (from academic papers to Reddit threads) to create the perfect response to any question or topic you're interested in. Take the world's knowledge with you anywhere. Available on iOS and Android Join our growing Discord community for the latest updates and exclusive content. Follow us on: Instagram Threads X (Twitter) YouTube Linkedin

The Board Boys Podcast
Season 16, Episode 2 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

The Board Boys Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 97:35


On this episode, we our feature review is SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence from Czech Games Edition and new designer Tomáš Holek.  Also we dive into Cam's dreams and what they could mean, Cam accidentally orders our food delivery to the wrong house.  We also talk about Little Alchemists also by CGE!  Other games include, Mandalorian Adventures, Rebirth, Zenith, Dead Cells, and Sky Team.  We also look back at Djinn for our bump or dump!   0:00 Intro, E.V.A. - Jean Jacques Perrey 12:30 The Mandalorian: Adventures 15:45 Rebirth 21:00 Zenith 25:15 Dead Cells: The Rogue-Lite Board Game 18:30 Sky Team 36:45 Little Alchemists 43:00 SETI: Overview 47:00 No Doubt About It - Hot Chocolate 48:15 SETI: Review 1:20:30 SETI: Verdict 1:28:00 Board Boys Bump: Djinn 1:33:30 Thank You, Patrons 1:34:15 Here Come the Martian Martians - Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers

Blue Peg, Pink Peg
Episode 281: SETI – Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Blue Peg, Pink Peg

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 149:35


Reviews of Fromage, Fox in the Forest Duet, Lepidoptery, Dickory, Greasy Spoon, and Twinkle Twinkle. Game discussion starts at {00:41:43}. Thank you to our sponsors: Queen Games, and Grand Gamers Guild. The post Episode 281: SETI – Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence appeared first on Blue Peg, Pink Peg Boardgaming Podcast.

Board Game Homies
SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Board Game Homies

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 54:50


In episode 23, we review SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence by Czech Games Edition (CGE.) To start off the episode, we chat about the games that are bringing us joy: Cities, Creature Caravan, Viticulture Essential Edition, and Star Tycoon. In SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, scientific institutions set their sights beyond planet Earth in the search for extraterrestrial life. Through landing on planets, scanning distant star systems for signals, and analyzing collected data, players will detect traces of life and eventually discover an alien species. Conduct further research into the alien species, effectively utilize your resources (including multi-use cards - one of our favorite aspects of SETI!), and accomplish milestones to establish your institution as the one to make the most significant contributions to understanding alien life within our galaxy. Another visually stunning game by CGE! We've had some interesting plays of this game, and we're looking forward to more.  And it's not beige! @ https://lnk.bio/BoardGameHomies 

One Stop Co-Op Shop
463 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence - with Peter & Mike

One Stop Co-Op Shop

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 80:16


This week Peter, & Mike review SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence and have a design discussion on our evolving thoughts on what is the right amount of content for a base game. _________________________ YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg X - @onestopcoopshop Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/ Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com

Board Game Homies
Dune: Imperium & Dune: Imperium - Uprising

Board Game Homies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 55:03


In episode 22, we review Dune: Imperium and Dune: Imperium - Uprising by DireWolfDigital and discuss our first, second, and third impressions of the game. To start off the episode, we chat about the games that are bringing us joy: SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, Castle Combo, Cities, and nana: Christmas Edition. Vying for dominance of Arrakis, the leaders of the Great Houses of the Landsraad manipulate resources and their political influence to control the spice to control the universe. Through worker placement and deck building, each leader sends Agents across Dune to gather water, solari, and spice while crafting alliances with the four major Factions, sending units to the Conflict, and gaining persuasion. Beware of spies helping your rivals, disruptions in plans from intrigue cards, and sandworms joining the Conflict; don't start celebrating your win too soon. We love Dune, and, surprisingly, we all come to the same conclusion on which game comes out ahead.  The spice must flow, and this podcast [usually] does too. Find us on Instagram ⁠@boardgamehomies

Shut Up & Sit Down
#267 - The Hungry Bikers

Shut Up & Sit Down

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 34:41


On this uphill episode of the Shut Up & Sit Down Podcast, Tom is rambling to Matt about a couple bits and bobs he's played recently! First up is Flamme Rouge's ‘Grand Tour' expansion, that turns a simple session of Flamme Rouge into a month long tour! Is it as good as it was when Matt played it just seven short years ago? Find out here! That's then followed by a little recommendation for a recent Oink title - Moving Wild - before capping the podcast off with a bit of retrospective chat regarding SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence after our recent(ish) middling review… Thanks for listening everyone! Have a great weekend! Timestamps: 02:15 - Flamme Rouge: Grand Tour 17:55 - Moving Wild 28:07 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast
Episode 313: SETI and the 2025 Shelf of Shame Challenge

The Secret Cabal Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 219:02


Hey Now Cabalists! The Founders are back on the day before the day of Steve's birth - so everyone jump over to the Discord and wish him a happy birthday! The gang talks about a bunch of games that they've been playing including Age of Innovation, Unsettled, Divide et Impera, Mille Fiori, How Do you Doodle and feature SETI Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence from Tomas Holek and Czech Games Edition. Then Tony T whips up a whirlwind of wonder with his wonderful news segment. And finally the gang discusses the 2024 Shelf of Shame Challenge and challenges themselves again with a new batch of games. SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Review 00:56:56, News with Stevie S 01:39:42, Short Topic Extravaganza 02:41:55

Garrett's Games and Geekiness
Garrett's Games 975: SETI and The Yellow House

Garrett's Games and Geekiness

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 26:51


Shelley and I get into a debate between famous painters, then explore the outer limits of our solar system in search of intelligent life! The Yellow House by Geonil from Mandoo Games and 25th Century Games SETI: The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence by Tomas Holek from Czech Games Edition and Cranio Creations Thanks as always to our sponsor Bezier Games! You can sponsor the podcast directly by going to www.patreon.com/garrettsgames or check out the extensive list of games that no longer fit on our shelves, but belong on your table here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16ovRDNBqur0RiAzgFAfI0tYYnjlJ68hoHyHffU7ZDWk/edit?usp=sharing    

The Polyhedron Collider Cast
Episode 159 - The Best Games We Played in 2024

The Polyhedron Collider Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 100:03


Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Happy New Year Colliders! Its the end of the year, which of course means that its time for our annual review of our favourite games of the year, so join us as we talk about the best board games and table top RPGs that we played in 2024. We also talk about the highly coveted Andy's Insert of Choice Award and attempt to pick our game of the year (which may not have been released in 2024). Check out what other reviewers are listing as their game of the year. https://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/346505/reviewers-best-of-2024-meta-compilation   Games Mentioned 00:04:48 Andy's Insert of Choice Award 00:15:20 Sky Team 00:20:06 Kingdom Death: Monster 00:25:48 Ezra and Nehemiah 00:32:35 Terminus 00:39:37 Arcs 00:46:56 Salton Sea 00:54:13 Blade Runner The Roleplaying Game 01:04:30 Shackleton Base 01:11:22 SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence 01:21:59 The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth 01:30:01 Endeavor: Deep Sea 01:37:29 Game of the Year ⭐Show Sponsor: Kienda When you sign up to an account with Kienda use this link to bag yourself a wee discount and help support the show.  Let's face it, you were going to buy a board game anyway

SETI Live
Mixed Signals: Alien Communication Across the Iron Curtain

SETI Live

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 46:18


Join communications specialist Beth Johnson and historian Rebecca Charbonneau as they discuss Dr. Charbonneau's new book, Mixed Signals. The book examines the Cold War relationship between the US and the USSR, what it meant for radio astronomy, and how it affected the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. (Recorded live on 19 December 2024.)

Looking Up
METI Messaging to Extraterrestrial Intelligence (with Julia DeMarines)

Looking Up

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 15:37


Dean explores METI (Messaging Extraterrestrial Intelligence) with astrobiologist Julia DeMarines. Discover the potential risks and rewards of humanity 'making noise' in the cosmos.Send us your thoughts at lookingup@wvxu.org or post them on social media using #lookinguppodcastFind Us Online: Twitter: @lookinguppod @deanregas, Instagram: @917wvxu @deanregas, Tiktok: @cincinnatipublicradio @astronomerdean, Episode transcript: www.wvxu.org/podcast/looking-up, More from Dean: www.astrodean.com

Cardboard Philosophy
Episode 043 - What Is Play? (Featuring The Dice Tower's Chris Yi)

Cardboard Philosophy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 44:03


We say the word “play” a lot in board gaming. “Wanna play a game” usually initiates the game nights that got us into the hobby in the first place… but what is play? That's a big question. So big we've enlisted the help of The Dice Tower's Chris Yi to make sure we cover all the ins and outs of play… and the Treaty of Versailles! Want to ask a question or give us your two cents about the state of euros? Hit us up at cardboardphilosophypod@gmail.com! Want more of Chris in your life? https://www.dicetower.com/team-members/chris-yi https://x.com/dicetowerchris Cites and Sources Arcs - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/359871/arcs Botswana (Wildlife Safari) - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/398/wildlife-safari Chinatown - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/47/chinatown Concept - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/147151/concept Hansa Teutonica - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/43015/hansa-teutonica Imperium: Horizons - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/367518/imperium-horizons Ito - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/327778/ito Men-Nefer - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/404431/men-nefer Mexica - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/2955/mexica Monikers - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/156546/monikers SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/418059/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence That's Not A Hat - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/375651/thats-not-a-hat Zoo Vadis - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/368061/zoo-vadis

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
"WARNING Creepy Entities Like the HORNED MAN Are Real" (and More Creepy True Stories) #WeirdDarkness

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 49:10


Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9cx7z4Info on the next LIVE SCREAM event: https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamIN THIS EPISODE: Some of the most unsettling of urban legends can take place in some of the happiest places on earth. Ghostly children swinging in a playground, phantom-like warriors coming out at night in beautiful Hawaii, but there's one I never heard of until just this morning that I had to look up… it has to do with a boy, a theme park, and a man with horns, (Damien and the Horned Man) *** In 1944 Dorothy Forstein came home from shopping and was attacked by an intruder, beat within an inch of her life. Nothing was stolen, no fingerprints left, no clue as to how the person entered the house to begin with. Dorothy recovered from her injuries… but years later she found her grim fate wasn't done with her. (The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein) *** SETI, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence is continually scanning the heavens on the lookout for life elsewhere in the universe. But is it possible that somewhere on another planet out there, those beings are doing the same thing – and could actually be watching us? Scientists say that not only is it possible, but they suspect it could be over 1,000 extraterrestrial space stations are watching our every move! (Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?) *** Eighteen-year-old Ellen Lucas was to be married on October 3rd – but the evening of October 2nd she went out with her fiance, never to be seen alive again. Did a horrible accident destroy the chances of this couple's happy life together? A random act of violence? Or was it something even more sinister? (The Bridgeport Tragedy) *** She seemed the perfect American, even born to a US military doctor, graduating from a prestigious American college, and working tirelessly, doing her part to serve her country as a military analyst. What would cause this seemingly patriotic citizen to become a spy for the enemy? (Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open00:03:54.926 = Damien and The Horned Man00:08:19.737 = Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein00:19:21.713 = Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?00:27:22.001 = The Bridgeport Tragedy00:35:18.385 = Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy00:46:49.085 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Damien and the Horned Man” by Jacqueline Vesey-Wells for Medium.com: https://tinyurl.com/1cexmhwy“The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/4mvkogtk“Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/1w50oyvq, https://tinyurl.com/85aloaw4“The Bridgeport Tragedy” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/3q58xd6f“Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy” by Kieran W for Mystery Confidential: https://tinyurl.com/573j4u6eWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: February 01, 2021CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/DamienAndHornedMan

Life Under The Willow Tree
E137: Are We Alone? The Quest for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Life Under The Willow Tree

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 30:47


Host: Dale Johnson Guest: Dr. Michael Mumma, Astrobiologist Description: We welcome Dr. Michael Mumma, WV resident and renowned astrobiologist. He explores the fascinating question of intelligent life in the universe. Hear his thought-provoking insights on why other intelligent life might be expected – or why it could be rare or even non-existent. He also shares the latest technologies being used to detect life beyond Earth.

Sing for Science
LABS: Patricia Cornwell and Dr. Avi Loeb on Extraterrestrial Intelligence

Sing for Science

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 53:48


Recorded Live at the Museum of Science in Boston on October 8, 2024 as part of the Reno Family Foundation Symposium Series. #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Patricia Cornwell and Harvard astrophysicist Dr. Avi Loeb discuss the uncanny resemblance between Dr. Loeb and the primary murder victim in Patricia's latest book “Identity Unknown”, the likelihood of alien life beyond our solar system, the connections between science research and detective work, playing nice with AI and more.

Rebelliously Curious: UFOs, Science, Space and Futurism
Demonology Meets Science: Unraveling the Mysteries of Exorcism, Possession, and UAP Encounters (Part 2) | RC 72

Rebelliously Curious: UFOs, Science, Space and Futurism

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 59:37


For part two of this series, UAP and Theology, Chrissy Newton delves into the intriguing intersections of demonology, exorcisms, and science, discussing how ancient theological concepts—especially concerning spiritual warfare—might overlap with modern scientific exploration and what this means for our understanding of both the spiritual and the extraterrestrial. In this episode, Chrissy is joined by Paul Thigpen, PhD, a renowned author and theologian with a PhD in Historical Theology from Emory University. Paul is the author of Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith, where he explores the profound questions raised by the possibility of intelligent life beyond Earth.   Join us as we get rebelliously curious. Watch the YouTube interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oq6-yjbp98 Follow Chrissy Newton: Winner of the Canadian Podcast Awards for Best Science Series. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM32gjHqMnYl_MOHZetC8Eg  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingchrissynewton/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrissynewton?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeingChrissyNewton  Chrissy Newton's Website: https://chrissynewton.com Top Canadian Science Podcast: https://podcasts.feedspot.com/canadian_science_podcasts/ 

Shut Up & Sit Down
#261 - The Outer Space Special

Shut Up & Sit Down

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 39:16


On this out-of-this-world episode of the Shut Up & Sit Down Podcast, Tom and Matt have played two incredibly spicy space games that have got them all excited. First up is SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence; a game of discovering aliens and working out ‘what their deal is' that's absolutely fascinating and packed with CGE's specific, odd tendencies. Following that tall act is Sol: Last Days of a Star, a game that sits on the complete OTHER end of the spectrum. Pilot your ‘sundivers' away from a dying star, as you desperately eke out turns before everything is gone forever? The perfect way to spend a Thursday evening. Have a great weekend, everybody! Timestamps: 01:44 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence 20:37 - Sol: Last Days of a Star

AirSpace
Movie Mini: Contact

AirSpace

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 22:37


What if there are intelligent lifeforms elsewhere in the universe? And what if all we need to do to find them is to listen to the right radio frequency at the right time? That's what the scientists of SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) have been working on for decades. And that research got the Hollywood Glow-Up back in 1997 with Contact, starring Jodie Foster as SETI researcher Dr. Ellie Arroway. Because if we were alone in the Universe, wouldn't that be such a waste of space?Find the transcript here.Sign up here for the monthly AirSpace newsletter

Supernatural Girlz
James Gilliland - Expert, Author. & Founder of ECETI RANCH- What Is Coming For Humanity?

Supernatural Girlz

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 54:12


James Gilliland is a minister, counselor, an internationally known lecturer, best selling author with the books, Reunion with Source, Becoming Gods, and The Ultimate Soul Journey. James appeared in Contact Has Begun, His Story, The History Channel, UFOs then and Now, UFO Hotspots, ABC, Fox News, BBC Danny Dyer Special, Paranormal State, ECETI Ranch a Documentary, and the new movie Thrive have all featured James and ECETI which he is the founder.  He is a facilitator of many Eastern disciplines, a visionary dedicated to the awakening and healing of Humanity and the Earth and teaches higher dimensional realities from experience. The aim of ECETI (Enlightened Contact with Extra Terrestrial Intelligence) is to help with public awareness of the E.T reality and to assist people with connecting to positive otherworldly beings.  Also ECETI shares wisdom and teachings in all areas and is a place where addressing issues such as poverty, the environment, new technologies, food, health, happiness and well-being, along with Self Mastery is being done. 

Discover Daily by Perplexity
The Enduring Mystery of the Wow! Signal

Discover Daily by Perplexity

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 8:18 Transcription Available


We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.The Wow! signal, detected on August 15, 1977, by Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope, remains one of the most intriguing mysteries in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. This powerful, narrowband radio signal lasted 72 seconds and has never been detected again, captivating scientists and enthusiasts with its potential implications for alien communication. Discovered by astronomer Jerry Ehman, the signal's unique characteristics, including its proximity to the hydrogen line frequency and its apparent origin from the constellation Sagittarius, have fueled decades of speculation and research.Despite numerous follow-up observations and technological advancements, the true nature of the Wow! signal remains elusive. Recent studies have proposed various explanations, from natural phenomena involving hydrogen cloud emissions to the possibility of a rare astrophysical event. The debate surrounding the signal's origin continues to inspire new research and spark discussions about potential alien communications, while also highlighting the challenges in distinguishing between natural and artificial cosmic signals.As SETI research evolves, new technologies like AI-powered search techniques and improved radio telescopes are revolutionizing our ability to detect and analyze potential technosignatures. The ongoing search for extraterrestrial intelligence remains a fascinating field, balancing scientific rigor with the tantalizing possibility of making contact with an alien civilization.From Perplexity's Discover Feed:https://www.perplexity.ai/page/the-wow-signal-S.5SxtUxQWabNx10JT.Mqw**Introducing the Race to Infinity**Until September 15th, log into Perplexity with your .edu email to redeem a free month of Perplexity Pro on us.Run, don't walk, because it gets better. During this period, you can share Perplexity with your classmates to unlock prizes (stickers, hats, gift cards). If your campus reaches 500+ signups before September 15th, we'll give out an entire year of Perplexity Pro for free to everyone on campus. Better get referring!Perplexity is the fastest and most powerful way to search the web. Perplexity crawls the web and curates the most relevant and up-to-date sources (from academic papers to Reddit threads) to create the perfect response to any question or topic you're interested in. Take the world's knowledge with you anywhere. Available on iOS and Android Join our growing Discord community for the latest updates and exclusive content. Follow us on: Instagram Threads X (Twitter) YouTube Linkedin

Board Game Barrage
#315: Essen SPIEL 2024 Hype List

Board Game Barrage

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 61:28


We may or may not be going to Germany (who can say), but that's where all the good gaming is gonna be, so that's what we're gonna talk about. It's almost Essen SPIEL! That sure is a lot of games debuting there though, so which ones should you care about? Don't worry, we've done the hard work for you. Before you go back to being eine faule socke, we talk about Nekojima, We're Sinking!, Hues and Cues, and Colorful. 02:46 - Nekojima 09:01 - We're Sinking! 15:31 - Hues and Cues 15:31 - Colorful 22:09 - Essen SPIEL 2023 Preview 22:57 - Æterna 25:32 - Babylon 27:17 - Bus & Stop 28:55 - COSCA: Take Over the Mafia 31:54 - Galileo Galilei 33:41 - SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence 34:39 - Fishing 37:19 - AI Space Puzzle 38:59 - Zero to Hero 40:51 - The Gang 42:46 - Golden Cup 45:09 - Black Forest 50:02 - Battalion: War of the Ancients 53:01 - Beyond the Horizon 56:10 - Asian Tigers: A Story of Prosperity 58:16 - Skull Queen 58:38 - King of Tokyo: Origins 59:15 - Penguin Airlines 1:00:18 - Dungeon Exit Get added to the BGB community map at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/map Send us topic ideas at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/topics Check out our wiki at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/wiki Join the discussion at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/discord Join our Facebook group at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/facebook Get a Board Game Barrage T-shirt at: https://boardgamebarrage.com/store

All Souls Knoxville
Dr. Robert Jacobsen, “Following Jesus & the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence?

All Souls Knoxville

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 75:22


This is the second lecture in our 2024 All Souls Lecture series. Dr. Robert Jacobsen, who is a full-time lecturer at UT for the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences specializing in the geology of Mars, gave a fascinating lecture about the what it means to follow Jesus and explore the possibility of life on other planets. This highly engaging lecture, along with a time of question and response, was recorded live on Wednesday, July 24th.We still have two more lectures and would love to see you there. For more information on the lectures you can click here.July 31st, 7pm: Dr. Laura Lysen, “Theological Material: Food and Clothing, the Church, and the Freedom of God”August 7th, 7pm: Dr. Melissa Archer, "Worship in the Apocalypse"Support the Show.

All Souls Knoxville
Trauma Safe Churches and the Trinity: The Heart of God for the Wounds of the World with Dr. Preston Hill

All Souls Knoxville

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 92:12


We're grateful to be back with our 2024 lecture series. Kicking off our series was theologian and therapist, Dr. Preston Hill, on the important and timely topic of Trauma Safe Churches and the Trinity. You should check out his publications here, and the amazing project he is currently spearheading called the "Spiritual First Responders Project." We still have three lectures to go and we hope to see you there!July 24th, 7pm: Dr. Robert Jacobsen, "Following Jesus & the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence?"July 31st, 7pm: Dr. Laura Lysen, "Theological Material: Everyday 'Stuff' and Christian Discipleship"August 7th, 7pm: Dr. Melissa Archer, "Worship in the Apocalypse"For more information about the lectures check out the summary on Substack.Support the Show.

Your Superior Self
Abducted by Aliens or Vivid Dream? My Shocking UFO Encounter! Daniel Rekshan

Your Superior Self

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 68:22


Join us as we dive into an enlightening conversation with Daniel Rekshan, founder of D-SETI (Dream Science and Extraterrestrial Intelligence). Daniel shares his remarkable journey from experiencing contact with Non-Human Intelligence (NHI) through dreams to dedicating his career to studying this profound phenomenon. With a background in art and web technologies, Daniel has leveraged his expertise to pioneer massive data collection and experimentation regarding dream-induced ET contact.

The Drew Mariani Show
Are UFO's Real?

The Drew Mariani Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 51:12


Hour 3 for 7/2/24 Dr. Paul Thigpen (23:06) joined Drew to discuss UFOs. Topics included: caller - I've seen a UFO (23:06), the Fermi Paradox (37:18), UFOs in Antarctica (45:43), and would we ever baptize an alien? (53:37).  Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith

Dr.Future Show, Live FUTURE TUESDAYS on KSCO 1080
70 Future Now Podcast - Kidneys in Space, Harvard Advanced Reptilians Theory, Michele Newman and Singing your Soul with Whales, SETI approach for probing advanced AIs, which came first, Fun or Love?

Dr.Future Show, Live FUTURE TUESDAYS on KSCO 1080

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024


Listen to 70 Future Now Transcript of 70 Future Now It’s Summertime and living is fun, unless you are on a deep space mission.  Turns out our kidneys are particularly sensitive to radiation in space, failing after only two years..oh no, what now? Any solutions? We think so! Harvard Cryptoterrestrial GradAnd finally, top academics are suggesting to their brethren that now is the time to consider more expanded concepts of the alien presence.  Ideas like advanced reptilians living underground, staying invisible to the likes of us, transdimensional beings moving through space and time in unusual ways,  ships that enter the earth through volcanoes, the ‘other’ intermingling and living with us for generations, doing who knows what to our minds. Science Fiction or Fact? At least such ideas are now being considered more seriously, or at least sincerely.  Time sensitive this week is a sacred whale cruise in the Monterey Bay, hosted by Michele Newman, a psychic, healer, shamanness, and player of the crystal bowls.  Mrs. Future (Sun) beautifully interviews Michele about this upcoming cruise (Saturday June 22), and if you feel it’s time to connect with Whales in this way, here’s an “Opportunity Knocks” card! :-) Our big AI story this week is about applying the rigorous scientific methods used by SETI (Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (to investatigating and evaluating) the growing intelligence of the AIs. Not a perfect match, but lots of cross pollenation here! And we end with callers, including “Master Now” who answers the question of the hour, “Which came first in the timeline, Love or Fun?”   Enjoy!!

The Drew Mariani Show
New Pentagon Report on UFOs

The Drew Mariani Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 51:10


Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 4-23-24 Dr. Paul Thigpen joins us this hour to discuss the New Report from the Department of Defense AARO Office about how the whistleblowers about UFOs and UAPs are false, and there's really nothing to see here... or IS there? Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith: Are We Alone in the Universe with God and the Angels? (tanbooks.com)

Big Picture Science
Alien Says What?

Big Picture Science

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 55:10


Whales are aliens on Earth; intelligent beings who have skills for complex problem-solving and their own language. Now in what's being called a breakthrough, scientists have carried on an extended conversation with a humpback whale. They share the story of this remarkable encounter, their evidence that the creature understood them, and how the experiment informs our Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. After all, what good is it to make contact with ET if we can't communicate? Guests: Brenda McCowan – Research behaviorist at the University of California Davis in the School of Veterinary Medicine who studies the ecological aspects of animal behavior and communication.  Fred Sharpe – whale biologist and behavioral ecologist at Simon Fraser University and member of the Templeton Whale SETI Team.  Laurance Doyle – astrophysicist and information theory researcher at the SETI Institute.  Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
(Non-Christmas Episode) “DAMIEN AND THE HORNED MAN” and More True Stories! #WeirdDarkness

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2023 48:55


PLEASE SHARE THIS EPISODE in your social media so others who loves strange and macabre stories can listen too! https://weirddarkness.com/damien-and-horned-man/IN THIS EPISODE: Some of the most unsettling of urban legends can take place in some of the happiest places on earth. Ghostly children swinging in a playground, phantom-like warriors coming out at night in beautiful Hawaii, but there's one I never heard of until just this morning that I had to look up… it has to do with a boy, a theme park, and a man with horns,(Damien and the Horned Man) *** In 1944 Dorothy Forstein came home from shopping and was attacked by an intruder, beat within an inch of her life. Nothing was stolen, no fingerprints left, no clue as to how the person entered the house to begin with. Dorothy recovered from her injuries… but years later she found her grim fate wasn't done with her. (The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein) *** SETI, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence is continually scanning the heavens on the lookout for life elsewhere in the universe. But is it possible that somewhere on another planet out there, those beings are doing the same thing – and could actually be watching us? Scientists say that not only is it possible, but they suspect it could be over 1,000 extraterrestrial space stations are watching our every move! (Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?) *** Eighteen-year-old Ellen Lucas was to be married on October 3rd – but the evening of October 2nd she went out with her fiance, never to be seen alive again. Did a horrible accident destroy the chances of this couple's happy life together? A random act of violence? Or was it something even more sinister? (The Bridgeport Tragedy) *** She seemed the perfect American, even born to a US military doctor, graduating from a prestigious American college, and working tirelessly, doing her part to serve her country as a military analyst. What would cause this seemingly patriotic citizen to become a spy for the enemy? (Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy) *** (Originally aired February 01, 2021)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Damien and the Horned Man” by Jacqueline Vesey-Wells for Medium.com: https://tinyurl.com/1cexmhwy“The Disappearance of Dorothy Forstein” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/4mvkogtk“Are We Being Watched By Alien Space Stations?” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/1w50oyvq, https://tinyurl.com/85aloaw4“The Bridgeport Tragedy” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder By Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/3q58xd6f“Havana Ana, The Cuban Spy” by Kieran W for Mystery Confidential: https://tinyurl.com/573j4u6eVisit our Sponsors & Friends: https://weirddarkness.com/sponsorsJoin the Weird Darkness Syndicate: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateAdvertise in the Weird Darkness podcast or syndicated radio show: https://weirddarkness.com/advertise= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music provided by Alibi Music Library, EpidemicSound and/or StoryBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ) Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7), and Nicolas Gasparini (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8) is used with permission of the artists.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =OTHER PODCASTS I HOST…Paranormality Magazine: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/paranormalitymagMicro Terrors: Scary Stories for Kids: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/microterrorsRetro Radio – Old Time Radio In The Dark: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/retroradioChurch of the Undead: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/churchoftheundead= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2023, Weird Darkness.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =TRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.com/damien-and-horned-man/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3655291/advertisement