We believe that people should be excited about the future of science and technology. Following these topics should be as accepted and celebrated as following major sports teams.
We promote this ideal by rejecting nerdy tropes, stupid puns, and by speaking casually and conversationally about complex topics. We aim to make these events accessible and understandable for all people.
We deliver all of this information through this podcast and through our iOS app.
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33 Available Episodes (33 Total)Average duration: 00:23:02
Jun 13, 2021
Ep. 33 - CrossFit
00:32:22
This episode is about my journey into CrossFit over the past year and how it changed my outlook on health and fitness.
Dec 23, 2019
Ep. 32 - SpaceX Starlink
00:24:00
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming SpaceX Starlink satellite internet constellation. Throughout 2020, the company is planning to launch over 1,000 satellites in order to start providing low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite internet all over the world. We discuss the implications of this technology including potential disruption to existing internet providers such as Comcast and AT&T. Enjoy!
Nov 22, 2019
Ep. 31 - Cybertruck
00:20:00
In this episode, we discuss the reveal of Tesla's Cybertruck including its polarizing design and lower than expected price.
The M31 Media app is now available on the app store! Download it today to stay up to date on events just like this.
Nov 21, 2019
Ep. 30 - App Store
00:20:45
In this episode, we discuss the acceptance of the M31 Media app to the App Store! We also discuss the recent explosion of SpaceX's Starship MK 1 prototype and what it means for SpaceX moving forward as they try to move us closer to becoming a multi-planetary species. Download the app today! Just search "M31 Media" on the App Store.
Nov 17, 2019
Ep. 29 - 8,000 Generations
00:18:59
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming James Webb Space Telescope currently scheduled to launch on March 30, 2021. The James Webb will be the largest space telescope ever launched and will see back in time to 400,000 years after the Big Bang and will search Exoplanet Atmospheres for signs of alien life.
Oct 04, 2019
Ep. 28 - The Biggest Event Of 2019... Or 2020
00:31:29
In this episode, we discuss an update to our first podcast of 2019, which was our prediction for the biggest event of the upcoming year. Spoiler alert: the four companies projected to launch humans into space this year likely won't be able to until 2020. We also discuss the first Nick's Picks suspension and a recommendation to download iOS 13. Enjoy!
Sep 24, 2019
Ep. 27 - The Rise Of Rivian
00:25:33
In this episode, we discuss Rivian's rapid rise, funding rounds, and announcements over the past year since the company burst onto the scene with the reveal of the R1S and R1T at the 2018 LA Auto Show. We also discuss the recent discovery of exoplanet K2-18b, and why it may not be quite as habitable as initially reported by the mainstream press. We end with an update to our favorite podcast app, Pocket Casts. Enjoy!
Aug 27, 2019
Ep. 26 - Starhopper
00:10:45
In this episode, we discuss the 150 meter test of SpaceX's Starhopper prototype. This is a bite-sized episode meant to complement content in the M31 Media app, where you can read about this event and many more. You can download the beta at www.thefuturecalendar.com/beta.
Aug 15, 2019
Ep. 25 - Delete Your Facebook
00:18:44
In this episode, we discuss the rebranding of the podcast from "The Future Calendar" to "M31 Podcast" and why we think this sets up the podcast and the app for growth moving forward. We also discuss why you should delete your Facebook in order to take back control of at least *some* of your data.
Jul 16, 2019
Ep. 24 - Virgin Galactic Goes Public
00:26:18
In this episode, we discuss Virgin Galactic's announcement that it will be going public via a SPAC. We breakdown exactly what a SPAC is and why a company may go public that way vs. a traditional IPO. We also discuss another installment of Nick's Picks, which is the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music smartwatch. Enjoy!
Jun 05, 2019
Ep. 23 - $999 Apple Stand
00:27:16
In this episode, we discuss the latest updates to the Future Calendar App and all of the news out of Apple's WWDC Keynote. Download the beta now at www.thefuturecalendar.com/Beta
May 17, 2019
Ep. 22 - Artemis 2024
00:14:28
In this episode, we discuss Trump's $1.6 billion amendment to his NASA budget proposal for a crewed Moon mission in 2024. We also discuss that mission being named "Artemis" and the potential political fallout from the timing of the mission and the controversial funding source.
May 10, 2019
Ep. 21 - Blue Moon
00:11:15
In this episode, we discuss Blue Origin's announcement about its Blue Moon lunar lander. We also give a brief update on the current state of the Future Calendar app and our plans for submission to the App Store. This is our first "reaction podcast" trying to post shortly after a significant science or technology event. Enjoy!
Apr 03, 2019
Ep. 20 - Nick's Picks
00:23:00
In this episode, we discuss the first volume of Nick's Picks, products and apps that earn Nick's stamp of approval. Recommendations cover a wide range from noise-cancelling headphones to augmented reality apps to even a white noise machine. List of recommendations:
- Bose QC 35 II
- Sennheiser PXC 550
- Sony WH-1000xm2
- Overcast
- Pocket Casts
- Sky Guide
- Headspace
- Lectrofan White Noise Machine
Mar 19, 2019
Ep. 19 - The Lag Is Dead! Also Model Y
00:29:50
In this episode, we discuss the latest version of the Future Calendar App Beta (the lag is dead!) and the Tesla Model Y Unveil and reactions.
Download the Beta at www.thefuturecalendar.com/Beta
Mar 11, 2019
Ep. 18 - The Future Calendar App!
00:28:40
In this episode, we give an update on the recently released beta of the Future Calendar app for iOS! We discuss the motivation for the app, the current functionality, development roadmap, and other plans for the future of the app and podcast.
Download the beta at www.thefuturecalendar.com/Beta
Jan 22, 2019
Ep. 17 - Alabama Space Mafia
00:22:25
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Space Launch System (SLS) being developed by NASA and Starship / Super Heavy being developed by SpaceX and why all roads to space lead through Alabama. We also discuss a new wearable, the Embr Wave personal thermostat.
Jan 07, 2019
Ep. #16 - The Biggest Event Of 2019
00:17:20
In this episode, we discuss the biggest event coming up in 2019, the return of human spaceflight to America. This includes the activities of four companies including SpaceX, Boeing, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic. We also discuss speaker and author Simon Sinek, and his new book, 'The Infinite Game'.
Dec 25, 2018
Ep. 15 - Music & Collecting (feat. Tim Dion)
01:02:52
In this episode, our guest Tim Dion discusses the future of music and collecting and how his passion for music intersects with everyday tech platforms like Facebook and PayPal.
Dec 18, 2018
Ep. 14 - Virgin Galactic Goes To "Space"
00:12:12
In this episode, we discuss Virgin Galactic's most recent test flight and why the boundary of space is now in dispute. We also discuss the discovery of the most distant directly observed object in the Solar System, 2018 VG18.
Dec 17, 2018
Ep. 13 - New Horizons for New Horizons
00:13:07
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming fly-by of Ultima Thule by the New Horizons probe and Voyager 2 joining Voyager 1 as the only man-made objects in interstellar space.
Nov 30, 2018
Ep. 12 - Hotline Bling (Fake Phone Calls)
00:25:43
In this episode, we discuss the FCC's attempts to stop illegal robocalls, electric vehicle startup Rivian, the latest from scooter company Bird, a potential Apple acquisition and why you should be nicer to your voice assistant.
Nov 27, 2018
Ep. 11 - We Landed On Mars! Again!
00:22:30
In this episode, we discuss NASA's successful landing of the InSight Lander on Mars, Snapchat's continued battle with Instagram, Uber's new rewards program, Sweetgreen's unicorn status and a bonus app recommendation.
Nov 14, 2018
Ep. 10 - The Amazon HQ2 Finale!
00:17:24
In this episode, we discuss Amazon's long-awaited HQ2 announcement, Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS Directory app, Lyft's upcoming rewards program and another data breach.
Nov 11, 2018
Ep. 9 - Black Mirror By Facebook
00:18:29
In this episode, we provide updates to our stories on The Scooter Wars, Tesla's new Chairman, and SpaceX's Starlink project. We also discuss why you should not buy Portal, a new video chat hardware product from Facebook.
Nov 02, 2018
Ep. 8 - "Funding Secured."
00:33:05
In this episode, we give a broad update on Elon Musk and his companies, primarily focusing on Tesla and SpaceX. We also try to explain why a blockchain software company is getting into the asteroid mining industry.
Oct 30, 2018
Ep. 7 - The Scooter Wars
00:19:57
In this episode, we discuss Big Blue's acquisition of Red Hat, the ongoing scooter war being waged across the US and Apple's October Event.
Mar 05, 2018
Ep. 6 - Amazon HQ2
00:19:29
In Episode #6, we take a closer look at the bidding process for Amazon's HQ2, the company's second headquarters in North America. We take a deep dive into three of the front runners including Atlanta, Austin and Boston and make a case for why Boston is Amazon's best option.
Feb 01, 2018
Ep. 5 - FREE MONEY (Gridcoin)
00:24:36
In this episode, we take another look at the cryptocurrency landscape, diving deeper into the "altcoins". We specifically look into the origin of Gridcoin, a cryptocurrency based on research done for the BOINC network.
Disclaimer: I own a small amount of GRC. Enough to gain an understanding, not enough to change a life
Jan 08, 2018
Ep. 4 - When Can I Go To Space?
00:25:13
In this episode, we answer the question "when can you go to space?" We look at the leaders in the space tourism industry including Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic and how they plan to send people into space as early as this year. We also estimate a date for when this once-in-a-lifetime experience may be available to people beyond the super-rich.
Dec 31, 2017
Ep. 3 - The Last Invention
00:18:20
In this episode, we look at the development of artificial intelligence, robotic automation and their impact on your career and society in both the short and long-term.
Dec 20, 2017
Ep. 2 - Forget Bitcoin, Find The Next "Bitcoin"
00:17:49
In this episode, we discuss the early history of Bitcoin, its relationship to the Blockchain and its recent meteoric rise in price. We also look at other assets over the last century, to see if anything has ever matched Bitcoin's returns.
Dec 05, 2017
Ep. 1 - SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket, An Impossible Achievement (and Waste Of Time)
00:26:36
In Episode #1, we discuss SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket, set for its first launch in January 2018. We explain the history and background of the rocket's development, why it's so exciting, and why its days are already numbered.
Jun 13 | 00:32:22
Ep. 33 - CrossFit
Dec 23 | 00:24:00
Ep. 32 - SpaceX Starlink
Nov 22 | 00:20:00
Ep. 31 - Cybertruck
Nov 21 | 00:20:45
Ep. 30 - App Store
Nov 17 | 00:18:59
Ep. 29 - 8,000 Generations
Oct 04 | 00:31:29
Ep. 28 - The Biggest Event Of 2019... Or 2020
Sep 24 | 00:25:33
Ep. 27 - The Rise Of Rivian
Aug 27 | 00:10:45
Ep. 26 - Starhopper
Aug 15 | 00:18:44
Ep. 25 - Delete Your Facebook
Jul 16 | 00:26:18
Ep. 24 - Virgin Galactic Goes Public
Jun 05 | 00:27:16
Ep. 23 - $999 Apple Stand
May 17 | 00:14:28
Ep. 22 - Artemis 2024
May 10 | 00:11:15
Ep. 21 - Blue Moon
Apr 03 | 00:23:00
Ep. 20 - Nick's Picks
Mar 19 | 00:29:50
Ep. 19 - The Lag Is Dead! Also Model Y
Mar 11 | 00:28:40
Ep. 18 - The Future Calendar App!
Jan 22 | 00:22:25
Ep. 17 - Alabama Space Mafia
Jan 07 | 00:17:20
Ep. #16 - The Biggest Event Of 2019
Dec 25 | 01:02:52
Ep. 15 - Music & Collecting (feat. Tim Dion)
Dec 18 | 00:12:12
Ep. 14 - Virgin Galactic Goes To "Space"
Dec 17 | 00:13:07
Ep. 13 - New Horizons for New Horizons
Nov 30 | 00:25:43
Ep. 12 - Hotline Bling (Fake Phone Calls)
Nov 27 | 00:22:30
Ep. 11 - We Landed On Mars! Again!
Nov 14 | 00:17:24
Ep. 10 - The Amazon HQ2 Finale!
Nov 11 | 00:18:29
Ep. 9 - Black Mirror By Facebook
Nov 02 | 00:33:05
Ep. 8 - "Funding Secured."
Oct 30 | 00:19:57
Ep. 7 - The Scooter Wars
Mar 05 | 00:19:29
Ep. 6 - Amazon HQ2
Feb 01 | 00:24:36
Ep. 5 - FREE MONEY (Gridcoin)
Jan 08 | 00:25:13
Ep. 4 - When Can I Go To Space?
Dec 31 | 00:18:20
Ep. 3 - The Last Invention
Dec 20 | 00:17:49
Ep. 2 - Forget Bitcoin, Find The Next "Bitcoin"
Dec 05 | 00:26:36
Ep. 1 - SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Rocket, An Impossible Achievement (and Waste Of Time)
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