September 7, 2025 • 30 mins
A strange object from deep space, known as 3I/ATLAS is making headlines all over the world. Is it just a big rock or something more? This interstellar “traveler” has come a long way and with its weird trajectory and shape, it has some scientists suggesting it could be a probe of some kind sent by aliens. John Gertz, longtime SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) expert is the author of a fascinating new book entitled, “Reinventing SETI: New Directions in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life.” Learn all about what scientists are saying about 3I/ATLAS, whether it is alien tech, and if so, is the planet earth ready for it.
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