The Fermi Paradox: Dark Forest Theory
The Dark Forest Theory is a proposed solution to the Fermi Paradox from Cixin Liu which suggests all alien civilizations remain intentionally quiet, hiding from SETI efforts and possible hostile civilizations. It also argues they may attack any civilization which does not remain silent, like us.
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The Fermi Paradox: Dark Forest Theory
Episode 170a, Season 5 E04a
Written by:
Isaac Arthur
Editors:
Andrew Norman
Darius Said
Jerry Guern
Keith Blockus
Konstantin Sokerin
Matt Campbell
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Produced & Narrated by:
Isaac Arthur
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