In this second episode, we continue exploring the Big Question, "Is there anybody out there?", starting with Giordano Bruno and the idea of an infinite universe and ending up with the Drake Equation, the Fermi Paradox, and Terry Bisson's biting short story, "They're made out of meat". That story has been adapted as a short film, which you can find here:<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/T6JFTmQCFHg"> https://youtu.be/T6JFTmQCFHg </a>

In this second episode, we continue exploring the Big Question, "Is there anybody out there?", starting with Giordano Bruno and the idea of an infinite universe and ending up with the Drake Equation, the Fermi Paradox, and Terry Bisson's biting short story, "They're made out of meat". That story has been adapted as a short film, which you can find here: https://youtu.be/T6JFTmQCFHg

In this second episode, we continue exploring the Big Question, "Is there anybody out there?", starting with Giordano Bruno and the idea of an infinite universe and ending up with the Drake Equation, the Fermi Paradox, and Terry Bisson's biting short story, "They're made out of meat". That story has been adapted as a short film, which you can find here:<a href="https://youtu.be/T6JFTmQCFHg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> https://youtu.be/T6JFTmQCFHg </a>

Is there anybody out there? Part 2

Welcome to Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes, where we'll explore some of the greatest questions that have inspired thinkers for millennia — from the origins of the cosmos to the nature of consciousness, morality, human purpose and what the future might hold. Each short episode dives into one of these Big Questions, drawing on an interdisciplinary mix including philosophy, science, history to uncover how great thinkers — past and present — have wrestled with these mysteries. Designed for curious minds, Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes offers thoughtful, intellectual exploration of big questions and big ideas in deep but digestible episodes. Whether you’re on your morning walk or your evening wind-down, Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes is your invitation to think bigger, one bite size episode at a time.What is Big Philosophy?Big Philosophy is a bold, new interdisciplinary field that seeks to address humanity's biggest questions. Question like Why are we here? What is life? How did the Universe begin? Will it end? Are we alone in the universe? What is the nature of reality? Of mind? And, how should we live?In fact, Big Philosophy is so new, it’s not taught in any university or school yet, at least not under that name- though the ideas are taught in courses scattered through many different disciplines. And that's the problem! Inspired by my love of 'Big History'- this podcast is one way I’m beginning to sketch the outlines of a new field and bring these ideas together under one 'roof', while I slowly work on a book that explores Big Philosophy in greater depth.I’m Dr Morgan Saletta — an interdisciplinary scholar with a background in Philosophy, the History of Science, and Anthropology. In this podcast, I’ll be sharing some of the ideas I’ve been thinking about for years — in places like San Francisco, Paris, and more recently here in Melbourne. They’re questions that don’t fit neatly into my regular academic 'day job' — but they’re too fascinating to ignore.This podcast — and eventually the book that will grow from it — are my way of exploring those ideas and inviting you to join me on the journey. So welcome — and let’s think Big, together.And one more thing- I'm relatively new to podcasting, and I'm a busy dad, so I'm recording in a variety of settings, and still working out which mic(s) and set-ups work best- so bear with me as I learn how to get the best sound possible! Tips from more experienced podcasters are always welcome!

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Welcome to Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes, where we'll explore some of the greatest questions that have inspired thinkers for millennia — from the origins of the cosmos to the nature of consciousness, morality, human purpose and what the future might hold. Each short episode dives into one of these Big Questions, drawing on an interdisciplinary mix including philosophy, science, history to uncover how great thinkers — past and present — have wrestled with these mysteries. Designed for curious minds, Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes offers thoughtful, intellectual exploration of big questions and big ideas in deep but digestible episodes. Whether you’re on your morning walk or your evening wind-down, Big Philosophy in Bite Sizes is your invitation to think bigger, one bite size episode at a time. What is Big Philosophy? Big Philosophy is a bold, new interdisciplinary field that seeks to address humanity's biggest questions. Question like Why are we here? What is life? How did the Universe begin? Will it end? Are we alone in the universe? What is the nature of reality? Of mind? And, how should we live? In fact, Big Philosophy is so new, it’s not taught in any university or school yet, at least not under that name- though the ideas are taught in courses scattered through many different disciplines. And that's the problem! Inspired by my love of 'Big History'- this podcast is one way I’m beginning to sketch the outlines of a new field and bring these ideas together under one 'roof', while I slowly work on a book that explores Big Philosophy in greater depth. I’m Dr Morgan Saletta — an interdisciplinary scholar with a background in Philosophy, the History of Science, and Anthropology. In this podcast, I’ll be sharing some of the ideas I’ve been thinking about for years — in places like San Francisco, Paris, and more recently here in Melbourne. They’re questions that don’t fit neatly into my regular academic 'day job' — but they’re too fascinating to ignore. This podcast — and eventually the book that will grow from it — are my way of exploring those ideas and inviting you to join me on the journey. So welcome — and let’s think Big, together. And one more thing- I'm relatively new to podcasting, and I'm a busy dad, so I'm recording in a variety of settings, and still working out which mic(s) and set-ups work best- so bear with me as I learn how to get the best sound possible! Tips from more experienced podcasters are always welcome!

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