Day 111 - X-Minus One: Universe episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 27, 2026 · 37 MIN

Day 111 - X-Minus One: Universe

from The 28-Day Nervous System Reset · host Glenn Ostlund

Universe6 Hz Theta Binaural MeditationOriginally broadcast on May 15, 1955, Universe was the fourth regular episode of NBC's acclaimed science fiction series X Minus One. Adapted from Robert A. Heinlein's classic story Universe, it tells of a generation ship whose inhabitants have lived aboard for so many centuries that they have forgotten they are traveling through space. To them, the ship is the entire universe, and questioning that belief is considered dangerous heresy.Produced during the dawn of the Space Age, X Minus One brought some of the greatest science fiction writers of the twentieth century to radio audiences. At a time when Americans were dreaming of reaching the stars, stories like Universeexplored not only the possibilities of space travel, but also the human tendency to mistake inherited beliefs for absolute truth. Heinlein's tale remains one of science fiction's most influential explorations of curiosity, tradition, and awakening.This presentation combines the original radio drama with a continuous 6 Hz theta binaural beat, creating an immersive listening experience designed to encourage deep relaxation, reflective awareness, and imaginative exploration. As the story unfolds, notice how assumptions shape perception, and consider what new horizons become possible when curiosity gently replaces certainty.This episode is part of the 28-Day Nervous System Reset series, inviting you to calm your nervous system while rediscovering one of the most thought-provoking stories from the Golden Age of radio science fiction.Headphones are required to experience the full binaural effect. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jul 27, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

Day 111 - X-Minus One: Universe

0:00 37:07

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The 28-Day Nervous System Reset?

This episode is 37 minutes long.

When was this The 28-Day Nervous System Reset episode published?

This episode was published on July 27, 2026.

Can I download this The 28-Day Nervous System Reset episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!