Where Is Everybody? Maybe Past a Wall We Can Never Cross
If you’ve spent any time staring up at the night sky, you’ve probably had the thought: with billions of galaxies out there, surely something else is alive.
That Time (Only) Traveller is Already Dead!
Time travel. It’s a staple in so many IPs, from Star Trek to Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy to Dr Who. Love it or hate it – and I know a few sci-fi fans who would die on the ‘time travel sucks’ hill – it shows up time and again (yes, that was a pun).
The Enigma of Motoko Kusanagi in Ghost in the Shell
The article by Giancarlo Correa explores AI consciousness through the character Motoko Kusanagi in Ghost in the Shell. It examines her evolution from basic programming to self-awareness, reflecting philosophical questions about identity and existence. The piece draws parallels with other sci-fi films, emphasizing ethical implications and the complex relationship between humans and AI.
Sword Art OnlineÂ
The article by Giancarlo Correa explores the impact of virtual reality (VR) on the human mind, particularly through the lens of the anime Sword Art Online. It discusses cognitive effects of extended VR use, identity crises, moral dilemmas, and emotional bonds in a digital context, highlighting both scientific research and philosophical questions.
Beyond the Circuits: Remembering the Human Condition in an Age of Sci-Fi Realities
The paradox of advancing technology juxtaposes human fragility and unchanging nature. While tools like CRISPR and neurotechnology offer transformative power, they challenge our ethical boundaries and personal identity. We must strive to remember our roots and the significance of being human, ensuring we guide our inventions rather than being controlled by them.
The Computer of Tomorrow Is Already Here
From Star Trek to Babylon 5, science fiction imagined computers that needed no keyboards, no screens, and no delays—only a voice, a gesture, or even a mood. Today, with AI and smart systems, that once-distant vision is closer to reality than we think.
Steam, Faith, and the Vanishing Library: Hero of Alexandria’s Real Machines—and What the World Lost
Two thousand years ago, Hero of Alexandria built steam-powered engines, coin-operated machines, and automated temple doors—technologies that wouldn’t reappear for centuries. When the Library of Alexandria burned, humanity lost more than books—we lost a head start on modern science.
The Origins of Science Fiction Remnant
How did three sci-fi fans turn a late-night movie discussion into a globally recognized podcast? Explore the origin story of Science Fiction Remnant—from 1970s cinema to 21st-century soundwaves—and discover why their journey is just getting started.