The ethics and economics - does space tourism stack up?
E+T Podcast23 Loka 2024

The ethics and economics - does space tourism stack up?

This episode of E+T: Off the Page looks into the divisive world of space tourism. Regular contributors Tim Fryer, Jack Loughran and Tanya Weaver are joined by Dr Simon Foster from Imperial College London to discuss whether space tourism has a sustainable, meaningful future, or if it’s just an extravagant venture for the wealthy. The engages in thoughtful debate on whether space tourism can inspire a new generation toward STEM or if its environmental impact and exclusivity overshadow any poten...

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Is population growth the elephant in the room?

Is population growth the elephant in the room?

In this episode of E+T: Off the Page, the team delves into the often-overlooked topic of global population growth and its significant impact on sustainability and resource use. Regular contributors Ti...

15 Touko 202441min

Is technology being used to destroy the democratic process?

Is technology being used to destroy the democratic process?

In this episode of the E+T: Off the Page podcast, regular contributors Tim Fryer, Jack Loughran and Tanya Weaver are joined by special guest Coral James O’Connor from City University London to dicuss ...

21 Maalis 202440min

How China uses technological leadership for soft power expansion

How China uses technological leadership for soft power expansion

With special guests: Chris Edwards Paul Dempsey The Digital Silk Road is China’s technological arm of its belt and road initiative. While the country has been known as the world’s biggest manufacture...

26 Tammi 202448min

Does technology start in science fiction?

Does technology start in science fiction?

The E+T editorial team explore whether life imitates art when it comes to sci-fi.From Doctor Who to Star Wars, Alien, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and more: the E+T editorial team take a look ...

22 Marras 202347min