The Stream Searching for extraterrestrial intelligence | Does intelligent life exist beyond Earth?
The Stream speaks to Avi Loeb about his latest book, “Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth” and ask why he believes we are not alone in the universe. Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb makes the case for extraterrestrial intelligence. Published on 24 March 2021. On Wednesday, March 24 at 19:30 GMT: Astronomer Avi Loeb argues that a 2017 sighting of an interstellar space object, which scientists named ‘Oumuamua, was evidence of advanced alien technology. His controversial hypothesis generated curiosity and excitement while also putting him at odds with astronomers who believe in a more natural explanation for the ‘Oumuamua phenomenon. Perhaps ‘Oumuamua was an abnormal asteroid or comet, some say. But Loeb, a Harvard professor and a former chair of its astronomy department, believes the oblong space object was an alien lightsail, propelled through our solar system by energy from a sun or star. In this episode of The Stream, we’ll speak to Avi Loeb about his latest book, “Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth” and ask why he believes we are not alone in the universe.
A show where online communites use social media to seek out unheard voices and fresh insights on the most compelling stories on the internet today.
Primary Title
- The Stream
Episode Title
- Searching for extraterrestrial intelligence | Does intelligent life exist beyond Earth?
Date Broadcast
- Thursday 25 March 2021
Start Time
- 16 : 30
Finish Time
- 17 : 00
Duration
- 30:00
Channel
- Al Jazeera English
Broadcaster
- Al Jazeera Media Network
Programme Description
- A show where online communites use social media to seek out unheard voices and fresh insights on the most compelling stories on the internet today.
Episode Description
- The Stream speaks to Avi Loeb about his latest book, “Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth” and ask why he believes we are not alone in the universe. Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb makes the case for extraterrestrial intelligence. Published on 24 March 2021. On Wednesday, March 24 at 19:30 GMT: Astronomer Avi Loeb argues that a 2017 sighting of an interstellar space object, which scientists named ‘Oumuamua, was evidence of advanced alien technology. His controversial hypothesis generated curiosity and excitement while also putting him at odds with astronomers who believe in a more natural explanation for the ‘Oumuamua phenomenon. Perhaps ‘Oumuamua was an abnormal asteroid or comet, some say. But Loeb, a Harvard professor and a former chair of its astronomy department, believes the oblong space object was an alien lightsail, propelled through our solar system by energy from a sun or star. In this episode of The Stream, we’ll speak to Avi Loeb about his latest book, “Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth” and ask why he believes we are not alone in the universe.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Chapman Archive
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Genres
- Commentary
- Current affairs
Hosts
- Femi Oke (Host)
Contributors
- Avi Loeb (Guest)