Are We Living in an Ancestor Simulation? ft. Neil deGrasse T

The idea that our reality is a simulation is not as far-fetched as you may think.

Are We Living in an Ancestor Simulation? ft. Neil deGrasse T PBS Space Time

Premiered May 03, 2017
Are We Living in an Ancestor Simulation? ft. Neil deGrasse T

The idea that our reality is a simulation is not as far-fetched as you may think. Many philosophers, scientists and tech-billionaires are seriously considering not just the possibility but the high probability that our civilization may be a program being run by another, more advanced alien civilization.

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PBS Space Time

PBS Space Time explores the outer reaches of space, the craziness of astrophysics, the possibilities of sci-fi, and anything else you can think of beyond Planet Earth. Host Matt O'Dowd breaks down both the basic and incredibly complex sides of space and time.

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