Will humans survive the trip to Mars? How will our species evolve on the red planet?

This episode looks at the science of longevity and how we can extend human life in the future. This can include everything from "hacking" our bodies to slow (or perhaps stop) the aging process, to cryonics, to mind uploading, etc. Will we eventually be able to live forever, at least in some form? If so, would we want to? What are the ethical questions concerning immortality?

This episode looks at interspecies communication, uncovering the progress scientists are making with high-functioning animals like dolphins and gorillas on Earth, as well as how it will one day progress into future communication with extra-terrestrials.

This episode looks at how "cyborg" technology is becoming increasingly common and advanced.