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Doug Vakoch / Messaging E.T.

Contact aliens? Some believe it’s a bad idea that could destroy humans. But we’ve been broadcasting television to the universe for over 70 years, so what’s the harm? 

Click above to listen to part 3 of Gained in Translation, featuring Doug Vakoch, Psychologist and president of the non-profit organization METI International, describing the message his group sent to a nearby star with known exoplanets.

Gained in Translation:
Part 1: Julia Rayz / A.I. Comedy
Part 2: Steve Adler / Moon Cheese
Part 3: Doug Vakoch / Messaging E.T.
Part 4: Richard Wrangham / We Domesticated Apes

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