Do We Really Want to Solve Fermi's Paradox? with Stephen Webb

Do We Really Want to Solve Fermi's Paradox? with Stephen Webb

Author: John Michael Godier February 15, 2026 Duration: 27:15

Where are all the aliens?Is there a solution to the fermi paradox?Joining John Michael Godier is Dr. Stephen Webb, astronomer and author of 'If the Universe Is Teeming with Aliens ... WHERE IS EVERYBODY? Seventy Five Solutions to the Fermi Paradox and the Problem of Extraterrestrial Life’.To discuss unsettling and spooky solutions to the Fermi ParadoxStephen Webb's book: https://amzn.to/2T4W2rxOur Fermi Paradox playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_EX9FUDv3o&list=PLulqF9kD2BzhKra031QsI1Krw9lxKoGiVWant to support the channel?Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EventHorizonShowFollow us at other places!Website: https://www.eventhorizonshow.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmgeventhorizonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmgeventhorizon/Music featured on Event Horizonhttps://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/https://migueljohnson.bandcamp.com/https://leerosevere.bandcamp.com/https://aeriumambient.bandcamp.com/Equipment used on Event HorizonJohn's micsAKG Perception 220 https://amzn.to/37HALcvHeil PR-40 https://amzn.to/39VdIN7Eryn's micsRode NT1 https://amzn.to/2v3GvQzRode NTG5 https://amzn.to/32ac3k4Rode M5MP https://amzn.to/2Vf8O9HFull Studio List Availablehttps://www.amazon.com/shop/eventhorizonEvent Horizon does earn a commission when you purchase items using our links.FOOTAGE:NASAESA/HubbleESO - M.KornmesserESO - L.CalcadaESO - Jose Francisco Salgado (josefrancisco.org)NAOJUniversity of WarwickGoddard Visualization StudioLangley Research CenterPixabay


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.
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Fusion and Magnetic Reconnection Propulsion with Dr. Fatima Ebrahimi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:54
To get your free 30 day trial visit https://www.audible.com/eventhorizon or text EventHorizon to 500-500.A new type of rocket thruster that could take humankind to Mars and beyond has been proposed by Fatima Ebrahimi a p…
Does Venus Have Life? With Dr. Janusz Petkowski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:49
Is There Life on Venus?Last week a team from MIT and Cardiff University announced the detection of Phosphine in the atmosphere at Venus our nearest neighbor. Phosphine (PH3) gas in Venus’s atmosphere should be in oxidize…
BLC1 the Proxima Centauri SETI Candidate with Jason Wright [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:48
BLC1 is a candidate SETI radio signal found by the Breakthrough Listen project, the signal is possibly coming from the star Proxima Centauri and has a frequency of 982.002 MHz.Jason Wright is a professor of Astronomy and…
Aliens are Hard to Find with Prof. Sara Seager [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:39
Sara Seager is the Professor of Planetary Science, Professor of Physics, and Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her past research is credited with laying the foundatio…