The timeline for Earth becoming unliveable is complex and depends on various factors such as climate change and human political and cultural actions. 18 scientists collaborated on a peer-reviewed paper to put forward solutions and historical data on why societies around the world need to come together to solve humanity's most important issue - our own survival.  Chip Fletcher, PhD & Phoebe Barnard, PhD join me to discuss their comprehensive paper and explain why we need to act now - a call for global cultural change to save the planet.  Join us as we get rebelliously curious. &nb ..read more

The new space race has sparked growing concerns about heightened space defence measures in recent months. The statement from White House spokesperson John Kirby came a day after a senior House Republican issued an ambiguous warning about a "significant national security threat." Kevin Lausten, President of Morpheus Space, joins me to discuss the modern-day space race, space defence, space mobility and Morpheus Space's latest achievement, the GO-2, which bears a striking resemblance to a Star Trek Borg Cube. Join us as we get rebelliously curious.   Watch the YouTube interview - https://ww ..read more

Agnieszka Pilat is a Polish-American artist and writer working at the intersection of robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and fine art. Discusses specializes in rendering portraitures of technology to explore the relationship between humans and machines in the 21st century.   Join us as we get rebelliously curious.   Watch the YouTube interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oq6-yjbp98 Follow Chrissy Newton: Winner of the Canadian Podcast Awards for Best Science Series. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM32gjHqMnYl_MOHZetC8Eg  Instagram: https://www.instagr ..read more

Did you know that of the current top five-grossing films of all time, only Titanic is outside the science fiction genre? Science fiction isn't just popular; it's central to the history of film in North American culture itself. The move to narrative filmmaking, which defined cinema as we know it today, is widely associated with the work of Georges Méliès around the turn of the 20th century. Méliès, an illusionist, saw the potential of film for creating special effects. He experimented with this new technology through a series of fantastical tales. His most influential film, A Trip to the Moon ..read more

The division between humanities and sciences in the study of UFOs and the exploration of the possibility of intelligent life elsewhere in the cosmos has become a common practice. But why? Why can't either of these fields find common ground in an area of study that no one has a definite answer to? Jeffrey J. Kripal, a professor who holds the J. Newton Rayzor Chair in Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University, joins me in a discussion on various intersections of UAP, Theology and science. Though out of discussion we stubble into our human inherent religious tribalism. Is this hindering ..read more

The mystery of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) has captivated UFO historians for over 70 years. Do recent UAP developments within the government and the media mirror past events, suggesting a repetition of history? Have we failed to learn from our past mistakes? David Marler, an author, UFO historian, and the Founder of the National UFO Historical Records Center, analyzes how current UAP developments compare to historical events and examines materials recently obtained by The Aerial Phenomena Research Organization (APRO) in his collection. Join us as we get rebelliously curious. National U ..read more

Nowadays, the average person and the mainstream media are intrigued by the concepts and rise of AI and UAP. Are there parallels in the simultaneous rise of these two subjects? Jacques Vallee, notable computer scientist, author and ufologist delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence and the unexplained. Throughout his career, Jacques has witnessed the evolution of AI and UAP research. From AI’s humble beginnings to its current state, he has seen it grow and transform into a powerful tool with both exciting possibilities and concerning implications. We'll delve into his thoughts on ..read more

Chris Hadfield on the current space race & on global space administrations at odds Chris Hadflied, the first Canadian to walk in space, joins The Debrief’s Chrissy Newton to discuss the current space race, milestones he had to cross to become the first Canadian astronaut, the Perseverance Rover mission, living aboard the NEEMO (NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operations), along with how China’s National Space Administration works in peace with NASA and the European Space Agency. Hadfield explains how these administrations do this successfully when countries are at odds and how technology ..read more

Today, we're diving into the depths of cloning, not just as a scientific marvel, but as a gateway to broader ethical questions brought forth by advancements like cloning, CRISPR and other genetic engineering technologies. As we navigate this complex topic, we'll ponder the implications of manipulating human and possibly animal tissues. Are we on the brink of redefining what it means to be human? Should we limit our focus to human cloning, or should we expand our scope to encompass all aspects of genetic modification and enhancement? Join Paul Root Wolpe Ph.D., Director of the Center for Ethics ..read more

​The ideas of aliens and UFOs have played a role in shaping human culture. But what about biological aspects of anthropology in relation to the theoretical existence of extraterrestrial life and UFOs? In this episode, Dr. Michael P. Masters, a Professor of Biological Anthropology at Montana Tech., shares his insights on the Mexican Congress unveiling alleged 'Alien' Mummies and explores the impact of aliens and UFOs on human culture throughout history. Along with touching on his theory that "Aliens" could be future human descendants as time travellers.  Join us as we get rebelliously curi ..read more