The FUTURES Podcast explores the multitude of possible tomorrows.
Meet the scientists, technologists, artists and philosophers working to imagine the sorts of developments that might dramatically alter what it means to be human.
Hosted by Luke Robert Mason.
Physicist Paul Davies shares his insights on whether the universe can ever be fully knowable, how quantum mechanics reshapes our notion of reality, and why the convergence of quantum physics and AI may challenge everything we know about consciousness, life, and our place in the cosmos.
Paul Davies is a Regents' Professor of Physics and Director of the Beyond Center for Fundamental Concepts in Science at Arizona State University. The bestselling author of some thirty books, his many awards include the Templeton Prize and the Faraday Prize of the Royal Society. He is a Member of the Order of Australia and has an asteroid named after him.
ABOUT THE HOST
Luke Robert Mason is a British-born futures theorist who is passionate about engaging the public with emerging scientific theories and technological developments.
He hosts documentaries for Futurism, and has contributed to BBC Radio, BBC One, The Guardian, Discovery Channel, VICE Motherboard and Wired Magazine.
CREDITS
Producer & Host: Luke Robert Mason
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1 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT
Thinking Through the Machine w/ Prof. Steve Fuller
Sociologist Prof. Steve Fuller shares his insights on how social media and new media technologies shape the way we think, why intellectuals must become performers in the digital age, and how artificial intelligence is unlocking undiscovered knowledge in academic research.
Prof. Steve Fuller is Professor of Sociology at Warwick University, UK. He has written extensively on politics and social theory and the sociology of science. His many books include Kuhn vs Popper, which was named book of the month (Feb 2005) by Popular Science; The Intellectual was named a book of the year by the New Statesman for 2005; and Dissent over Descent was named book of the week by Times Higher Education in July 2008. He has spoken in 30 countries, often keynoting professional academic conferences, and has been a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts since 1995. His writings have been translated into over twenty languages.
ABOUT THE HOST
Luke Robert Mason is a British-born futures theorist who is passionate about engaging the public with emerging scientific theories and technological developments.
He hosts documentaries for Futurism, and has contributed to BBC Radio, BBC One, The Guardian, Discovery Channel, VICE Motherboard and Wired Magazine.
CREDITS
Producer & Host: Luke Robert Mason
Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @FUTURESPodcast
Follow Luke Robert Mason on Twitter at @LukeRobertMason
Subscribe & Support the Podcast at http://futurespodcast.net
16 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
Esports is Changing the World w/ Paul J. Foster
Global Esports Federation CEO Paul J. Foster shares his insights on the role games could play in shaping the future of society, how artificial intelligence may transform the gaming ecosystem, and why esports could emerge as a strategic platform for economic development and diplomacy.
Paul J. Foster is President and CEO of the Global Esports Federation (GEF), where he has been instrumental in shaping the organisation's vision and expanding its global presence. Under his leadership, the GEF has focused on promoting esports as a platform for social impact, inclusion, and innovation.
Foster's extensive experience spans over two decades in the Olympic movement, including roles at the International Olympic Committee (IOC), where he led teams at more than 12 Olympic Games and served as Head of Protocol, Events, and Hospitality. His background also includes leadership positions in major international events such as Expo 2020 Dubai and Expo 2025 Baku, Azerbaijan.
Bonus episode recorded live from the World Governments Summit 2026 at the House of Impact on 05 February 2026.
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ABOUT THE HOST
Luke Robert Mason is a British-born futures theorist who is passionate about engaging the public with emerging scientific theories and technological developments.
He hosts documentaries for Futurism, and has contributed to BBC Radio, BBC One, The Guardian, Discovery Channel, VICE Motherboard and Wired Magazine.
CREDITS
In Partnership with the World Governments Summit
Producer & Host: Luke Robert Mason (http://lukerobertmason.net/)
Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @FUTURESPodcast
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Quantum Intelligence w/ Paul Davies
Published 15 Apr 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] I should say Not everybody agrees with putting it this way. There are many different interpretations of quantum mechanics What I'm giving you is the textbook line. It's off called the Copenhagen interpretation And so that you know in a nutshell is is what quantum mechanics is about I should say though that it is An incredibly successful theory. It's not all about what we don't know You can write down equations that we'll tell you um Give you the probabilities of where did the atom go and what is it going to do next? Um, so you can get the betting odds But you can't say with definetness what is going to happen into the future or what did happen in the past Goes both ways in time So does it matter what's doing the observing or who's doing the observing? […]
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