Searches for Superluminality, Aliens, and Impossible Knowledge with Dr. Robert Nemiroff

Searches for Superluminality, Aliens, and Impossible Knowledge with Dr. Robert Nemiroff

Author: John Michael Godier January 31, 2026 Duration: 1:12:55

Can anything go faster than the speed of light?Scientific Searches for Aliens, Superluminality, and Impossible Knowledge are all subjects that John Michael Godier discusses with Dr. Robert Nemiroff a professor of physics at Michigan Tech. Dr. Nemiroff is hosting the 100th anniversary of the great debate between Harlow Sapley and Herber Curtis with a new question, how will humanity first discover extraterrestrial life? Other discussion subjects include, Is time travel to the past possible? One way to answer that is by searching the internet for evidence of time travelers.Link: 100th Anniversary of the great debate: https://apod.nasa.gov/debate/debate100th.htmlDebat Video channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSSm2_iOLoyPudBNO-Wv0QAstronomy Photo of the Day: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap170510.htmlhttps://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap171210.htmlSearching the Internet for evidence of time travelers: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1312.7128.pdfWant to support the channel?Patreon: EventHorizonShowFollow us at other places!Website: https://www.eventhorizonshow.com/Twitter: @jmgeventhorizonInstagram: @jmgeventhorizonMusic featured on Event Horizonhttps://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/https://migueljohnson.bandcamp.com/https://leerosevere.bandcamp.com/https://aeriumambient.bandcamp.com/FOOTAGE:NASAESA/HubbleESO - M.KornmesserESO - L.CalcadaESO - Jose Francisco Salgado (josefrancisco.org)NAOJUniversity of WarwickGoddard Visualization StudioLangley Research CenterPixabayLink:Want 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/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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3i/ATLAS Interstellar Comet Update For November 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:01
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The Warning Signs of AI are Getting More Frequent [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:15
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Duration: 51:05
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Duration: 18:47
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Duration: 38:32
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