The Futurist TomVirtual reality is oftentimes the ultimate promise of science-fiction. Leaving behind the boring real-world for an exciting world that operates outside the bounds of reality is something that is promised to us by sci-fi. But does that mean that a large number of people would be willing to do that forever? Here's why I believe they would.
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Why There May Be A Virtual Reality ExodusThe Futurist Tom2020-03-11 | Virtual reality is oftentimes the ultimate promise of science-fiction. Leaving behind the boring real-world for an exciting world that operates outside the bounds of reality is something that is promised to us by sci-fi. But does that mean that a large number of people would be willing to do that forever? Here's why I believe they would.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comSpace Traffic Control (Reuploaded)The Futurist Tom2023-09-03 | In a 2020 "tweet" in what was once Twitter, Elon Musk tweeted that a Mars colony requires 1,000 Starships to launch per year for it to have 1 million people by 2050.
In this video, I will examine the logistical reasons for why it is difficult for SpaceX to actually maintain a consistent launch cadence of 1,000 Starships per year for decades or centuries.Space CurrenciesThe Futurist Tom2023-06-03 | In science fiction, characters are often motivated to earn money through unorthodox means (ex. space pirates, tyrants, and evil corporate overlords).
However, the lore behind the money is often not explained.
As such, in this video, we will examine at what space currencies will actually look like and how they will change over time- as human space exploration changes.How Alakazam Will Catch Humanity (April Fool’s: Pokémon Theory)The Futurist Tom2023-04-01 | In Pokémon, you embark as a trainer who catches Pokémon and become the Pokémon League champion. Yet, one Pokémon, Alakazam, is one that would not be fighting for some human in Pokémon battles should it exist.
With an IQ of over 5,000, a memory of everything that happened since the world existed, and psychic powers- this Pokémon would be a threat to humanity instead.
In this video, I will discuss how it will convert all of humanity into the Alakazam species- all fitting within the lore of the Pokédex.Space Crime: Mars, Moon, and BeyondThe Futurist Tom2023-02-05 | Space crime- ranging from a group of interplanetary thieves to spacefaring pirates- has been a staple of science fiction.
However, in this video, we will take a look at what space crime will actually look like- with a focus on both the law enforcement's and criminals' perspective.The Future of SatellitesThe Futurist Tom2021-02-27 | Throughout the last 63 years, satellite technology has improved rapidly. Yet, in this video, I will talk about the future of satellites and how the number of satellites will skyrocket. Likewise, I will talk about some of the steps humanity is taking to deal with orbital debris in the near-future.The History of SatellitesThe Futurist Tom2021-02-20 | Throughout much of human history, humans have relied on satellites to power our daily life's needs. They have allowed our power grids to conduct time synchronization, and they have allowed us to study our climate. In today's episode, I will talk about the history of satellites.AI RightsThe Futurist Tom2020-11-29 | As humans, we all enjoy a code of universal human rights. In the future, the question will pop up sooner or later: do AI deserve the same rights we enjoy? In this video, we will explore this question and examine what the future world will look like if AI do have rights.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comWhy Have a Thanos Snap When We Can All Become Robots? | The End of Overpopulation Part 2The Futurist Tom2020-10-24 | Many people say that overpopulation will spell the end of humanity. However, with mind uploading and the consumption of fewer resources that comes with it, I believe that humanity will not have to worry about an overpopulation issue for decades to come.
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For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comThe End of Hunger pt 2: The End of Meat CultureThe Futurist Tom2020-09-26 | World hunger is a persistent problem despite all of humanity's progress in recent years. Continuing on last week's discussion on how we can end world hunger, this week, I am talking about one contributing factor: the end of meat culture.
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For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comSpace Launch System vs. SpaceX: Is the SLS a Waste of MoneyThe Futurist Tom2020-08-01 | Oftentimes, many argue that NASA's Space Launch System is a waste of money because it is being delayed over and over again despite having such a large budget. In this video, I will examine whether this is the case or not.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comThe Coronavirus Eviction CrisisThe Futurist Tom2020-07-26 | With the coronavirus raging across the world and the United States, I would to talk about one particular issue that is currently and will wreck havoc on the US: evictions due to the coronavirus and coronavirus-related unemployment.
Update: Turns out the federal government did have an eviction moratorium in the past. However, it ended a few days ago. Luckily, however, many in the government are thinking about extending the moratorium.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comSurviving Mars | Humanitys First Mars BaseThe Futurist Tom2020-07-11 | The coming two decades are scheduled to be very interesting decades for human space exploration and colonization. One of the things on America's agenda for space exploration is creating humanity's first Mars base, which will most likely happen in the 2030s and 2040s. If you are interested in what this Moon base will look like, please take a look at this video!
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PS: The stock footage from this photo comes from Videvo!
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For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comSurviving on the Moon | What Humanitys First Moon Base Will Look LikeThe Futurist Tom2020-05-22 | The coming two decades are scheduled to be very interesting decades for human space exploration and colonization. One of the things on America's agenda for space exploration is creating humanity's first moon base, which will most likely happen in the 2030s. If you are interested in what this Moon base will look like, please take a look at this video!
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comWhy AI Will Be Humanitys Ally in the FutureThe Futurist Tom2020-05-16 | Even outside of science-fiction, AI is already perceived as a huge threat to humanity because of its ability to take away human jobs. However, in this video, I talk about why AI will only help humanity and how humanity can prevent technological job loss by making several policy changes.
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For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comMedicine of the Future: The End of PestilenceThe Futurist Tom2020-04-26 | Pestilence has long been an enemy of mankind. But what if one day, in the far future, mankind can defeat pestilence of every form and achieve lifespans so long that the concept of "life expectancy" is no longer a thing. Join me in this video as I tell the story of how humanity can defeat its old enemy, pestilence.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comWelcome to the Futurist Tom! (Updated Trailer)The Futurist Tom2020-04-22 | Are you interested in what the future world will look like? Well, I believe that it will be beyond exciting! Join me in learning about how technologies and events of the future will make the problems of today and yesterday seem like nothing tomorrow!
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comWhat Will The World Look Like After the Corona Virus?The Futurist Tom2020-04-18 | Ever wondered what the world will look like after the corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic is over? In this video, I go over how our society could change for years or even decades to come after the corona virus pandemic is over. Topics I talk about include how religion, education, lifestyle, and automation after the pandemic.
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Here is a link to First-Person Science Podcast: youtube.com/channel/UCxIStqpo1YZRTFKn5m1J0iQAsteroid Mining: How to Become a QUADRILLIONAIRE in SpaceThe Futurist Tom2020-04-06 | Ever dream of becoming a billionaire? Well, believe it or not, space is the way to get rich. With billions of dollars worth of metals in each asteroid, asteroid mining is one of the most lucrative way for humanity to gather material resources. In this video, I talk about how humanity can potentially use asteroid mining to eradicate poverty and possibly make every single person alive rich.
For business inquires, please contact Technovisionaries1205@gmail.comWelcome to the Futurist Tom!The Futurist Tom2020-02-15 | Interested about the future of humanity? Come join us to explore with us what will happen in the future after various technologies come to life.
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