If Aliens Actually Exist, Where Are They? The Fermi Paradox and Drake Equation

There are something like 100 billion stars in our galaxy alone. Run the numbers and the universe should be crowded.But nothing has ever shown up. A physicist noticed that contradiction over lunch in 1950, and it has bothered scientists ever since.There's an equation that tries to work out how many civilizations are out there. Seven variables, and almost nobody agrees on a single one of them.────────────────Enjoying the show? Follow Fool's FAQ and drop a 5-star rating & review - it's hands-down the best way to help other curious people find us.Want to support the show? Toss a few bucks in the tip jar → Buy me a coffee ☕️Hunter's Socials: X | LetterboxdSponsorships, collaborations, or general inquiries → [email protected] Music by The Mysterious Breakmaster Cylinder.Stay curious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.