Season 5

Why We Might Be Alone in the Universe
Why does it appear, that humanity is the lone intelligence in the universe?
Why We Might Be Alone in the Universe

The universe is big, but it’s peanuts compared to the eternally inflating multiverse
How Many Universes Are There?

You know what a planet is, right? A big round thing that orbits a star. Uh, not so fast.
Is Pluto a Planet?

How To Become an Astrophysicist
Are you thinking about becoming (or ever just wondered how one becomes) an Astrophysicist?
How To Become an Astrophysicist

What Happened Before the Big Bang?
We actually have a pretty good idea of what might have happened before the Big Bang.
What Happened Before the Big Bang?
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How Black Holes Need Galaxies [NEEDS ASSETS]
It turns out black holes may be responsible for ending star formation across the galaxy.
How Black Holes Need Galaxies [NEEDS ASSETS]

The Alchemy of Neutron Star Collisions
Many heavy elements were produced in a spectacular event: the collision of neutron stars.
The Alchemy of Neutron Star Collisions

There was a time before the first star ignited. A time we call the cosmic dark ages.
The Cosmic Dark Ages

Why Quantum Computing Requires Quantum Cryptography
Quantum computing is cool, but you know what would be extra awesome - a quantum internet.
Why Quantum Computing Requires Quantum Cryptography

No Dark Matter = Proof of Dark Matter?
We’ve been failing to detect dark matter for decades.
No Dark Matter = Proof of Dark Matter?

The Edge of an Infinite Universe
Have you ever asked “what is beyond the edge of the universe?”
The Edge of an Infinite Universe

Could the Universe End by Tearing Apart Every Atom?
Of all the unlikely ends of the universe, the Big Rip has to be the most spectacular.
Could the Universe End by Tearing Apart Every Atom?

Is Dark Energy Getting Stronger?
The power of Dark Energy may be increasing as the universe ages.