FUTURES Podcast
By Luke Robert Mason
The FUTURES Podcast explores the multitude of possible tomorrows.
Meet the scientists, technologists, artists and philosophers working to imagine the sorts of developments that might dramatically alter what it means to be human.
Hosted by Luke Robert Mason.
Meet the scientists, technologists, artists and philosophers working to imagine the sorts of developments that might dramatically alter what it means to be human.
Hosted by Luke Robert Mason.
Latest episode
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Reclaiming Tech w/ Jeremy Gilbert, Alex Williams & Alison Winch
Cultural & Political Theorists Jeremy Gilbert, Alex Williams & Alison Winch share their insights on the societal impacts of technological innovation, the hegemonic power of the Silicon Valley tech billionaires, and re-engineering digital... -
Engineering a Better Future w/ Dr. Shini Somara
Mechanical Engineer Shini Somara shares her thoughts on why we need impactful storytelling in science communication, how diversity drives innovation in STEM, and why imagination is key to understanding new technologies. Dr. Shini Somara is a... -
Blockchain Radicals w/ Joshua Dávila
Blockchain Socialist Joshua Dávila shares his insights on using blockchain technology to challenge capitalism, why we should take a techno-probabalistic approach to crypto, and how to build a more equitable and decentralised world. Joshua... -
Protopian Stories for Better Tomorrows w/ Ari Wallach
Futurist Ari Wallach shares his insights into why we need ethical long-term visions that prioritise humanity, the importance of transgenerational empathy, and how to co-construct inclusive stories that imagine better tomorrows. Ari Wallach is a... -
Eaten by the Internet w/ Dr. Corinne Cath & Dr. Fieke Jansen
Researchers Dr. Corinne Cath & Dr. Fieke Jansen share their insights into critical approaches to internet infrastructure, the environmental costs of data centres, and how to reimagine our relationship with digital technologies to ensure a more... -
Space Settlements on Mars w/ Kelly & Zach Weinersmith
Authors Kelly Weinersmith & Zach Weinersmith share their insights into the challenge of building settlements on Mars, how extended periods in extra-terrestrial environments would impact our body and mind, and how international space law needs to... -
Mathematics as Science Fiction w/ Prof. Ian Stewart
Mathematician Prof. Ian Stewart shares his strategies for explaining abstract mathematical concepts to the public, the role imagination can play in education, and how science fiction can assist in solving the world’s most complex mysteries.... -
Human Extinction w/ Dr. Émile P. Torres & Prof. Steve Fuller
Philosopher Dr. Émile P. Torres & sociologist Prof. Steve Fuller share their thoughts on the history of human extinction, how apocalyptic narratives inform culture, and what it means to live in the end times. Émile P. Torres is a... -
How Human Biology Shapes Civilisation w/ Prof. Lewis Dartnell
Astrobiologist Prof. Lewis Dartnell shares his insights into how biology has shaped civilisation, the challenges of living on Mars, and why cooperation is our human superpower. GUEST BIO Lewis Dartnell is a science researcher, and writer and... -
The Long View w/ Richard Fisher
Journalist Richard Fisher shares his thoughts on the importance of taking a long view of the future, why short-termism is the greatest threat to civilisation, and how metaphors are key to our comprehension of time. Richard Fisher is a Senior...
