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Guide to the Best Sci-Fi Podcasts
Before the birth of the podcast, we had books on tape. This involved many, many cassette tapes housed in bulky packaging that were not conducive to traveling. Luckily for us today, the podcast has revolutionized books on tape and helped evolve the format into something a bit smaller. Thanks to apps like iTunes, you can have any podcast at any time or place with the push of a button.
By George Gott8 years ago in Futurism
Must See Sci-Fi Movies for Kids
The best movies for children involve stories that capture their imaginations. Any science fiction story demands a stretch of the imagination, asking viewers to visualize great expanses of outer space and technology capable of performing a limitless number of fantastic tasks. As a result, there are many sci-fi movies for kids and sci-fi books for kids. Amazing images and action-packed concepts keep young audiences entertained and engaged.
By Futurism Staff8 years ago in Futurism
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
Studies in artificial intelligence started as a US defense project in the 1960s with the goal of understanding how humans process information. This concept would then be simulated and adapted within “logical systems.” Although development slowed a couple of decades later, innovations in technology have propelled advances in artificial intelligence in recent years. These advances are now making our lives easier and safer.
By Futurism Staff8 years ago in Futurism
David Brin on Science Fiction, Fact, and Fantasy
David Brin is one of the “10 authors most-read by AI researchers.” Naturally, he's the guy to consult before Terminators take over the planet. With an extensive resume and years of research experience under his belt, Brin has become the go-to authority on all things science.
By Natasha Sydor8 years ago in Futurism
Captivating Artificial Intelligence Books
In science fiction, artificial intelligence refers to the idea that scientists might one day create machines that are equally intelligent as (or more intelligent than) humans. The concept has been popularized in movies like AI: Artificial Intelligence, about robotic boy, and Her, about a super-advanced version of Siri that falls in love with an ordinary man.
By Futurism Staff8 years ago in Futurism
Strongest Female Leads in Sci-Fi Books
Strong-chinned blokes with muscled forearms all too often bear the role of savior to the cliched damsel in distress. But the days of polished knights on stallions may be winding down, for the times, they are a’changin’. Yes, women are resurgent everywhere you look—as they should be! From the wide realm of comics to the IMAX screen, strong female leads are storming the stage and letting the world know they’re every bit as rough n’ tumble as a "man of steel," and certainly just as clever as the "world’s greatest detective." To recite the words of playwright David Mamet, "What one man can do, a woman can do!"
By Matt Cates8 years ago in Futurism
‘The Game’ of Pokémon Go According to Next Generation’s Wesley Crusher
“Shut up, Wesley!” – Captain Picard in “Datalore,” Star Trek: The Next Generation, First Season. It was an excruciatingly memorable moment when Patrick Stewart’s noble Starship leader blasted young Wesley Crusher in his distinctive baritone voice. Captain Picard admonished Wesley and shushed his Chief Medical Officer’s son in dramatic fashion. He only said it once on Next Generation, but he’d never be saying it these days. Wesley Crusher—aka actor Wil Wheaton—can now officially be numbered among Earth’s iconic, and even mythic champions. Not that Wesley didn’t do some truly incredible shit before, but this isn’t only technical geeky bliss, but also truly Earth-shattering. Wesley Crusher warned us. We didn’t listen. Now, a Japanese video game, Pokémon Go, has taken us over. Will the galaxy and then the universe be next for the harvesting?
By Will Stape8 years ago in Futurism
Best Astronomy Books for Beginners
Most people have been looking up at the stars and wondering about them since they first took a walk outside at night as a child. That childlike curiosity tends to deepen over time as family members and friends point out such fascinating things as the planets and constellations in the nighttime sky. Maybe you too have become intrigued by the stars, and have seen your interest in the exciting hobby of astronomy grow. The only problem is that you don’t know where to start. The best astronomy books for beginners offer a solid and informative introduction to the fascinating world of astronomy.
By Futurism Staff8 years ago in Futurism