What BLC1 Could Be With Dr. Avi Loeb

What BLC1 Could Be With Dr. Avi Loeb

Author: John Michael Godier May 31, 2026 Duration: 16:07

BLC1 is a candidate SETI radio signal announced in December 2020, spatially coincident with the star Proxima Centauri.BLC1 stands for Breakthrough Listen Candidate 1, as it is the first signal to pass the breakthrough listen projects filters. Dr. Avi Loeb of Harvard’s new book ‘Extraterrestrial: The first sign of intelligent life beyond earth’ releases later this month. Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth https://amzn.to/2LiIxoo affiliate linkIn Extraterrestrial, Loeb takes readers inside the thrilling story of the first interstellar visitor to be spotted in our solar system. He outlines his controversial theory and its profound implications: for science, for religion, and for the future of our species and our planet. A mind-bending journey through the furthest reaches of science, space-time, and the human imagination, Extraterrestrial challenges readers to aim for the stars—and to think critically about what’s out there, no matter how strange it seems.ABRAHAM (AVI) LOEB is the Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor of Science at Harvard University, chair of Harvard’s Department of Astronomy, founding director of Harvard’s Black Hole Initiative, and director of the Institute for Theory and Computation (ITC) within the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. He also chairs the Advisory Committee for the Breakthrough Starshot Initiative, serves as the science theory director for all Initiatives of the Breakthrough Prize Foundation, as well as chair of the Board on Physics and Astronomy of the National Academies. Author of four books and over 700 scientific papers, Loeb is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the American Physical Society, and the International Academy of Astronautics. In 2012, Time selected Loeb as one of the twenty-five most influential people in space.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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Cold Quasars: The Death of Galaxies with Dr. Allison Kirkpatrick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:07
What are quasars?Are Black Holes Really Black?Dr. Allison Kirkpatrick, astrophysicist at the University of Kansas, recently announced her discovery of cold quasars a new object in the field of astronomy — galaxies featur…
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…