Tag: future of humanity


  • The Perils of Settling Space: Lessons from Mars and Beyond

    The Perils of Settling Space: Lessons from Mars and Beyond

    Introduction: When Humans Reach for the Stars As space exploration accelerates, the idea of settling new worlds—especially Mars—shifts from science fiction to near-future possibility. In conversations with host Jenni Doering, authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith explore not just the technical challenges, but the societal and geopolitical perils that accompany human expansion beyond Earth. This debate…

  • The Perils of Settling Space (Cont’d): A Podcast Analysis

    The Perils of Settling Space (Cont’d): A Podcast Analysis

    The Perils of Settling Space: A Continuation The Week of January 2, 2026, brings another discussion on a topic that feels almost inevitable: what happens when humanity starts living beyond Earth? In a continuation of the conversation sparked by the book A City on Mars, authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith sit down with host Jenni…