Episode 36 - Is the Rest of Outer Space Ready for Us?

18/10/2025 1h 19min

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On This Episode: People have always been restless and curious, always looking for what’s beyond the horizon. That same urge now drives our fascination with space. But this interest isn’t just about exploration, it’s also about what we’d rather not face here on Earth. While we talk about living on other planets, we’re still struggling with pollution, greed, and constant conflict at home. Space, unlike Earth, doesn’t care about us. It’s empty, silent, and honest. It reminds us how small and fragile we are. Yet we keep imagining it as a new beginning, a chance to start over. The truth is, we would bring our same problems with us: division, power struggles, and selfishness. Technology can take us far, but it can’t change who we are. Still, there’s something real and human about wanting to reach farther. It’s part courage, part avoidance. We chase new worlds, hoping to find meaning or escape from what we’ve broken. But before we try to settle another planet, we should ask what kind of people we’ll be when we get there. Is the rest of outer space ready for us?Connect with UsProudly Hosted by RedCircle: https://www.redcircle.com/tylersgrimremindersNow streaming on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6c2m7rYw9N0lE0YQSMz47BSubstack: https://tylersgrimreminders.substack.com/If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform. Please also leave us a review and let us know what you think. Your feedback helps us create better content for you.Thanks for listening :)ResourcesResources can be found on: https://tylersgrimreminders.substack.com/