The Essay - Life But Not As We Know It

A biologist, a writer and a philosopher each explore their fascination with the notion of extraterrestrial intelligence and what such a discovery could mean for the future of humanity

The Essay - Life But Not As We Know It - Episode 1

Biologist Jack Cohen on why the discovery of aliens would change our view of biology, evolution and organised religion.

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The Essay - Life But Not As We Know It - Episode 3

Philosopher Nick Bostrom explains why he believes that the discovery of aliens would be a disaster for the future of humanity.

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