David Kipping: Alien Civilizations and Habitable Worlds | Lex Fridman Podcast #355

David Kipping is an astronomer at Columbia University, director of the Cool Worlds Lab, and host of the Cool Worlds YouTube channel. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:

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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
1:41 - Habitable exoplanets
12:01 - Alien life in our Solar System
23:51 - Starship
27:59 - James Webb Space Telescope
41:18 - Binary planets
51:34 - Exomoons and Kepler-1625b
1:05:04 - Discoveries of alien life
1:18:46 - Aliens
2:05:14 - Oort clouds
2:16:00 - Future of astronomy
2:29:15 - Alpha Centauri
2:41:33 - Kardashev scale
2:53:12 - AI and space exploration
3:10:07 - Great Filter
3:21:22 - Colonization of Mars
3:28:06 - Simulation hypothesis
3:40:18 - Advice for young people
3:44:36 - Meaning of life

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[lexfridman]

Here are the timestamps. Please check out our sponsors to support this podcast.
0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions:
1:41 - Habitable exoplanets
12:01 - Alien life in our Solar System
23:51 - Starship
27:59 - James Webb Space Telescope
41:18 - Binary planets
51:34 - Exomoons and Kepler-1625b
1:05:04 - Discoveries of alien life
1:18:46 - Aliens
2:05:14 - Oort clouds
2:16:00 - Future of astronomy
2:29:15 - Alpha Centauri
2:41:33 - Kardashev scale
2:53:12 - AI and space exploration
3:10:07 - Great Filter
3:21:22 - Colonization of Mars
3:28:06 - Simulation hypothesis
3:40:18 - Advice for young people
3:44:36 - Meaning of life

[CoolWorldsLab]

Thanks for having me on Lex, and for such a deep and thoughtful discussion.

[nellkellino-miller]

This is how I relax in the face of possibly terminal illness. Knowing people like these two beautiful humans exist and are trying their best to keep an eye on the ball… just gives me an almost religious sense of hope for the future… in the face of a very uncertain future, that’s truly a gift.

I aim to repay that gift in any way I can, big or small, to my very last breath. If you’re reading this in the future, my fellow archaeologists of the weird and wonderful, then know that I love you. Whoever and whatever you are.

[Jimmy-Vance]

OMG! Prof Kipping! I watch "Cool Worlds Lab" for years now and I'm beyond happy that he could spare some time for Lex and us. Thank you so much!

[robbujold]

They are both so articulate and thoughtful, but also both so good at having a back and forth conversation. It was a compelling watch.

[ImhalfamazingU]

I am 56 yr old, and these podcast blow my mind. When I was in school, there was no way possible to hear conversations like these. A basic science class with a average educated teacher was not really stimulating. Lex gets extremely fascinating people on the cutting edge everything you could imagine and probably never imagined. I kind of sad that missed out conversation like these.

[turtledunkknucklebaby]

Easily the most comprehensive and interesting astrophysicist I’ve heard on any podcast. Well done.

[andrewofaiur]

One of the greatest collabs ever. Cool Worlds is hands down one of the best space content on youtube.

[kennylo]

Every time at night when I let a video play on without paying attention, this damn interview is always the next to play in que. Wtf.

[Rahul-qrwo]

I've been listening to Cool Worlds for years now. Great to see you guys have a conversation together.

[justinehayward]

What a breath of fresh air and hope. People such as Lex and David … represent humanity in its best form — so far from the devolution or stagnation of those in politics. I can genuinely say my weekend has improved significantly after watching this.

[karlpk]

David Kipping is not just a charismatic youtube star, but a great scientist who truly understands what science is about, and whose career arc is going to be amazing, and who will change our understanding of astrophysics and planetary phenomena. Pretty much guaranteed.

[m.g.]

David Kipping is a very good example of intelligent life as a creation of the universe. I really wish more people were as kind and smart as him

[Hanzelka]

Never watched the podcast but when I saw you had David Kipping on I had to watch. Great convo, and I'm happy you are able to introduce him to a wider audience. He's an inspiration.

[B-RaDD]

A 4-hour podcast to get through the Lex lex lex what a savior

[raybo]

I’ve watched/listened to almost all of Lex Fridman (and the great eps, many many times). This one’s going on the Mount Rushmore…..David’s an amazing guy and has a great channel…incredible episode!

[matteo-puev]

David Kipping is new to me. I awoke this afternoon to this episode playing. 'Hooked on space' is stuck in my semi conscious mind. I look forward to going through it, and eeking out more gems that most definitely lie therein. Thank you Lex and Mr. Kipping- what a dull simulation this would be without you both doing what you do so well.

[freddygnz]

What a treat David Kipping x Lex 2 of the most brilliant minds on this platform 👏 👌

[henrikbeckmann]

Omg, I love Prof Kipping and Cool Worlds!! Before even listening I know this is gonna be one of my fav episodes.

[DarthLetalis]

I can't put into words how excited I am to listen to this. Cool Worlds and Lex together at last.