Episode Synopsis "The Numbers Say Aliens Are Out There—So Where Are They?"

In this episode of Spaced Out, we look at one of the most fascinating questions in science: why haven't we found any aliens? Before we explore the many theories that try and explain this, I walk through the Drake equation - a super useful way to think about how many intelligent civilizations could be out there. It's not so much a strict calculation as it is a framework for searching for life. Then, we introduce Fermi's Paradox - the mystery that drives our theories, This episode sets up everything we’ll explore next time, where I’ll go through some of the theories people have come up with to explain the silence. Enjoy!Note: This music is not mine, you can find it on YouTube and other platforms!Title: Cosmic Storm by A Himitsu

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