10 Reasons Why Humanity Is an Alien Civilization

10 Reasons Why Humanity Is an Alien Civilization

Author: John Michael Godier December 11, 2025 Duration: 17:18

An exploration of the concept that human civilization represents an alien civilization to anyone else in the Milky Way and how alien civilizations might look at us when answering their own "are we alone?" question. You can now support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/EventHorizonShowWebsite:https://www.eventhorizonshow.com/Follow us on Twitter!https://twitter.com/jmgeventhorizonCylinder Three by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Five by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Seven by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/


Curiosity about the cosmos often starts with a simple question, and that's where John Michael Godier's Event Horizon finds its rhythm. Hosted by author and futurist John Michael Godier, this podcast delves into the profound and the perplexing at the edges of our understanding. Each episode builds a narrative, weaving together discussions on astronomy, astrophysics, and the latest space science news with broader themes of technology, history, and futurism. The conversations are grounded by special guests who bring expertise and diverse perspectives, turning complex ideas into engaging explorations. You'll find the dialogue moves from the concrete details of scientific discovery to the speculative implications for our future, all with a thoughtful and accessible tone. This isn't just a recap of headlines; it's a deep dive into the context and consequences of what we're learning about the universe. For anyone who looks up at the night sky and wonders about black holes, the potential for life elsewhere, or where our technology might take us next, this podcast offers a compelling space to linger on those big ideas. The production emphasizes clarity and depth, making even the most daunting topics feel within reach. Tune in for a regular journey to the frontiers of science and human thought.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Why Pluto is a Planet with Dr. Alan Stern [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:45
A discussion with New Horizons Principal Investigator Alan Stern of the mission to explore Pluto and if Pluto can support life. As well as his thoughts on NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine’s recent statement that Pluto…
Is it all just a Simulation? with Isaac Arthur [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:28
What is the Simulation Theory?Is Artificial Intelligence Possible?John Michael Godier in a discussion with Isaac Arthur host of Science and Futurism with Isaac Arthur, discuss what the anthropic principle is. As well as…
Do We Live In A Multiverse? Featuring Brian Keating [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:01
John Michael Godier and Brian Keating discuss the earliest moments of our Universe and whether future findings will lead to the discovery of a multiverse.Brian Keating is a professor of physics at the Center for Astrophy…
Should We Contact Alien Civilizations? With Joe Scott [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:38
Joe Scott from Answers with Joe and John Michael Godier discuss whether sending signals out or answering signals from extraterrestrials is safe. Should we tell Aliens we are here?Phineas Gage's Brain and Other Oddities w…
The Mystery of the Wow! Signal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:36
An exploration of the Wow! Signal, picked up at the Big Ear radio telescope in 1977. This signal remains unexplained to this day, and represents the best candidate we've ever detected of a signal of intelligent alien ori…
Plumes of Water Vapor Detected on Europa with Dr. Lucas Paganini [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:02
Dr. Lucas Paganini and a team of NASA scientists have used Keck observatory to confirm the detection of water vapor on the Jupiter moon Europa. NASA Scientists Confirm Water Vapor on Europahttps://www.nasa.gov/feature/go…
How Red Dwarf Stars Could Support Life Featuring Christian Ready [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:37
John is joined by Christian Ready of Launchpad Astronomy to discuss if life can exist around red dwarf stars. And once red dwarfs become blue dwarfs what the universe will be like. Red dwarfs, the most common type of sta…
Why Intelligent Life in the Universe May Be Hidden with Isaac Arthur [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:55
Does intelligent alien life exist?Answering the question of are we alone has turned out to be a bit more difficult than was originally envisioned when SETI first began decades ago. At first it was a matter of looking for…
10 Amazing Future Archeological Discoveries [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:40
A ten list of future archeological discoveries from John Michael Godier that could change our view of ancient history.Website:https://www.eventhorizonshow.com/You can now support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Ev…