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#093: Going to Mars & the Elon Musk Paradox Feat. Lindsay DeMarchi - recorded 9th July 2022
With astrophysicist and poet Lyndsay, we take a deep-dive into the benefits and harms that come from the Mars exploration & her unusual journey into academia. This is part 1 of a two-part series.We cover:// Her unusual journey into academia.// How we are related to dead stars. // The ethical issues on the mission to Mars. // The colonial language & attitude that is continually applied to space exploration. // Elon Musk’s mission and the lack of scientists being part of the big decisions. // Starlink’s satellites posing a huge threat to observational physics.// Who does Starlink’s satellites truly benefit?// The benefits and harms that come from Mars exploration.// A lawless Mars. // Why are we so curious about finding life on other planets?// Is an Armageddon-like event a likely threat? Timestamps: [00:17:01] "The intersection of science and spirituality: Exploring near-death experiences"[00:21:57] "Embracing the Unknown: A Personal Belief on Death"[00:35:43] "Elon Musk and the ethics of space travel"[00:44:16] "Surviving a 7-month trip to Mars"[00:50:32] "The Cost of Colonizing Mars: Private Whim?"[00:55:26] "Contemplating Life: Poets and Physicists' Perspectives"[01:03:51] "Can Life on Other Planets Save Humanity?"Next week in part 2: // What are black holes and how are they created?// What’s behind a black hole? // What happens to the content in the black hole?// What happens to the spatial coordinates after a black hole has gone through it?// Multiverses. // String theory for beginners. // How are we still around as a species?Find Lindsay https://www.lindsaydemarchi.com Her podcast: Go Ask Alice.✨ Don’t be a stranger:🎙️ Thinking about starting your own podcast? My membership at getyourpodcastdone.com will help you actually do the thing - without the overwhelm.📬 Want the good stuff I don’t share anywhere else? Hop on my email list❤️ If this episode made you think, laugh, or roll your eyes (in a good way), you can support the show here. It helps keep the mics on.The podcast host I swear by: Captivate💌 Old school and want to just say hi? Contact me here*Affiliate link alert: I get a tiny kickback if you sign up. Think of it as buying me a fancy coffee. ☕️
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With astrophysicist and poet Lyndsay, we take a deep-dive into the benefits and harms that come from the Mars exploration & her unusual journey into academia. This is part 1 of a two-part series. We cover: // Her unusual journey into academia. // How we are related to dead stars. // The ethical issues on the mission to Mars. // The colonial language & attitude that is continually applied to space exploration. // Elon Musk’s mission and the lack of scientists being part of the big decisions. // Starlink’s satellites posing a huge threat to observational physics. // Who does Starlink’s satellites truly benefit? // The benefits and harms that come from Mars exploration. // A lawless Mars. // Why are we so curious about finding life on other planets? // Is an Armageddon-like event a likely threat? Timestamps: [00:17:01] "The intersection of science and spirituality: Exploring near-death experiences" [00:21:57] "Embracing the Unknown: A Personal Belief on Death" [00:35:43] "Elon Musk and the ethics of space travel" [00:44:16] "Surviving a 7-month trip to Mars" [00:50:32] "The Cost of Colonizing Mars: Private Whim?" [00:55:26] "Contemplating Life: Poets and Physicists' Perspectives" [01:03:51] "Can Life on Other Planets Save Humanity?" Next week in part 2: // What are black holes and how are they created? // What’s behind a black hole? // What happens to the content in the black hole? // What happens to the spatial coordinates after a black hole has gone through it? // Multiverses. // String theory for beginners. // How are we still around as a species? Find Lindsay https://www.lindsaydemarchi.com Her podcast: Go Ask Alice. If you have any questions or thoughts from this or any other episodes, I want to hear from you. Message me directly here: www.angie-s.com/contact Become a podcaster: www.learnpodcasting.online If you want to support the show further: www.angie-s.com/donations
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#093: Going to Mars & the Elon Musk Paradox Feat. Lindsay DeMarchi - recorded 9th July 2022
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