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From religion in space to digital immortality, the future is full of profound challenges and astonishing opportunities. Join the staff of HowStuffWorks.com as we explore some of the most promising -- and perplexing -- global issues of the future.

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1 VideoWhat will universities look like in the future? The rising cost of university tuition has forced many students to rethink their plans, opting for alternative paths to higher education. In this episode, Conal Byrne takes a closer look at the nature of education -- and how it may change in the future. 6/1/12 Free View In iTunes

2 VideoWhat is the future of street fashion? Could it be possible that your future wardrobe will includes clothes that change appearance based on your mood or the room you enter? Join editor Holly Frey as she explores the possibilities for clothing in the future. 5/25/12 Free View In iTunes

3 VideoWhat is the future of genetic modification? With genetic modification, parents may be able to select their children's eye color or eliminate some diseases. But will we be able to add gills and tails in the future? Join Rob Sheppe as he takes a look at the possibilities of genetic modification. 5/18/12 Free View In iTunes

4 VideoWhat is the future of sports medicine? Doctors working in sports medicine have a tough task: They have to heal injuries while keeping an athlete in playing condition. In this episode, Holly Frey looks at coming innovations in sports medicine, and how they may revolutionize the field. 5/11/12 Free View In iTunes

5 VideoWhat is the future of jobs? Will tomorrow's technology render human employees obsolete? Will globalization doom traditional businesses? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he explores the future of employment. 5/4/12 Free View In iTunes

6 VideoWhat will cities be like in the future? What will cities of the future look like? Tune in as Julie Douglas from Stuff to Blow Your Mind predicts the future of urban living. 4/27/12 Free View In iTunes

7 VideoWhat is the future of childcare? Is it possible that robots will raise your grandchildren? Sure, the idea might seem like science fiction -- but it's also not as far-fetched as some would assume. Tune in as Julie Douglas explores the possibilities for the future of childcare. 4/20/12 Free View In iTunes

8 VideoWhat is the future of libraries? When people think of libraries, they often picture some sort of book warehouse. How can these things exist in a world inundated with digital books? Join Deblina from Stuff You Missed in History Class as she explores how libraries may evolve in the future. 4/13/12 Free View In iTunes

9 VideoWhat is the future of your music collection? Will cloud storage change the way you collect and store your music collection? Join editor John Fuller as he explores the advantages and disadvantages of digital music collections -- and how this may change the future of music altogether. 4/6/12 Free View In iTunes

10 VideoWhat is the future of the user interface? With the advancement of technology, is mind control a possibility of the future? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he traces the evolution of the user interface and postulates what the future might hold. 3/30/12 Free View In iTunes

11 VideoWhat is the future of women's wealth? Christy Walton is currently the world's wealthiest woman -- she's even more well-off than Oprah. But what's the future of women's wealth overall? In this episode, Stuff Mom Never Told You's Cristen Conger breaks down the future of wealth and gender. 3/23/12 Free View In iTunes

12 VideoWhat is the future of virtual sexuality? Could it be possible that one day couples separated by distance could connect physically? With active contact lenses and linked dreams, scientists are working on making virtual sex a reality. Join Robert Lamb as he explores the future of sexuality. 3/16/12 Free View In iTunes

13 VideoWhat is the future of artificial intelligence? We've built computers that can win on Jeopardy and defeat chess champions but are computers intelligent? Should we be worried about a super computer taking over the world? Join Jonathan Strickland as he explores the future of artificial intelligence. 3/9/12 Free View In iTunes

14 VideoWhat is the future of textbooks? The move toward digital textbooks is well underway in some countries -- but could traditional textbooks really become a thing of the past? Tune in to learn more about the trends, advantages and disadvantages of this enormous shift. 3/2/12 Free View In iTunes

15 VideoWhat is the future of pennies? U.S. pennies have been around for centuries, but their days may be numbered. In this episode, Ben looks at the arguments for and against the penny. Tune in to learn more about the future of currency. 2/24/12 Free View In iTunes

16 VideoHow will people practice religion in space? Leaving the planet doesn't mean leaving spirituality behind. From lunar communions to research on Ramadan in space, it seems that religion will travel with mankind into the stars. But how? Tune in as Robert explores the space-bound future of religion. 2/17/12 Free View In iTunes

17 VideoWhat is the future of gamification? Gamification - the practice of turning real-world situations into games -- can inspire innovative problem-solving. But how will this trend evolve in the future? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he looks at the future of gamification. 2/10/12 Free View In iTunes

18 VideoWhat is the future of women's clothing sizes? Women's clothing sizes can vary widely from one store to another. Wouldn't shopping be a little easier if clothing sizes were standardized? Listen in as Cristen breaks down the weird world of vanity sizes and the future of women's clothing sizes. 2/3/12 Free View In iTunes

19 VideoWhat is the future of soft drink consumption? Studies have linked soft drinks with a number of health problems, including obesity and diabetes. Experts estimate soda-related medical costs run into the billions, and some believe a soda tax could fix the problem. Tune in to learnt he future of soda. 1/27/12 Free View In iTunes

20 VideoWhat is the future of nano healthcare? Over decades, nanotechnology has moved from the stuff of science fiction into numerous real-world applications. In this episode, Robert explores the current research applying nanotechnology to healthcare, from customized medicine to artificial organs. 1/20/12 Free View In iTunes

21 VideoWhat is the future of Smell-O-Vision? During the 1960s, Hollywood added odors to movies by pumping smells through theaters. The original Smell-O-Vision was a flawed novelty, but new technology may change everything. In this episode, Robert explores the future of Smell-O-Vision. 1/13/12 Free View In iTunes

22 VideoWhat is the future of the woolly mammoth? It might sound weird to talk about the future of an extinct animal. However, the woolly mammoth may not be extinct for much longer. Join editor Chris Obenschain as he explains how mammoths will be resurrected -- and what this could mean for the future. 1/6/12 Free View In iTunes

23 VideoWill nanotechnology lead to a cure for cancer? Currently, there's no perfect cure for cancer, and any treatments have serious side effects. Could nanotechnology lead to a cancer cure without the side effects of current treatments? Watch as TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland explains how this could work. 12/30/11 Free View In iTunes

24 VideoWhat is the future of privacy? It's no secret that advances in technology are having an enormous impact on our expectations of privacy -- but how, exactly? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he delves into the future of privacy. 12/22/11 Free View In iTunes

25 VideoWhat is the future of storytelling? How will technology affect storytelling in the future? Will it be possible to interact with your favorite films? Join Deblina Chakraborty, co-host of Stuff You Missed In History Class, as she looks at the past, present and future of storytelling. 12/16/11 Free View In iTunes

26 VideoWhat is the future of marijuana in the United States? By 2011, marijuana had become legal or decriminalized in 15 states. But will it ever become legal? Join Cristen Conger of Stuff Mom Never Told You as she explains the controversy surrounding marijuana, and how this may (or may not) change in the future. 12/9/11 Free View In iTunes

27 VideoWhat is the future of the user interface? With the advancement of technology, is mind control a possibility of the future? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he traces the evolution of the user interface and postulates what the future might hold. 12/2/11 Free View In iTunes

28 VideoWhat is the future of libraries? When people think of libraries, they often picture some sort of book warehouse. How can these things exist in a world inundated with digital books? Join Deblina from Stuff You Missed in History Class as she explores how libraries may evolve in the future. 11/29/11 Free View In iTunes

29 VideoWhat is the future of the banana? Recently, a new strain of Panama disease has attacked bananas in South Asia. Some producers expect the strain to spread throughout the globe. Could this mean the end of the banana as we know it? Join Ben Bowlin as he explores the future of the banana. 11/18/11 Free View In iTunes

30 VideoWhat is the future of sports medicine? Doctors working in sports medicine have a tough task: They have to heal injuries while keeping an athlete in playing condition. In this episode, Holly Frey looks at coming innovations in sports medicine, and how they may revolutionize the field. 11/11/11 Free View In iTunes

31 VideoWhat is the future of air travel? It seems that the price of airline tickets keeps increasing, and numerous analysts have made gloomy predictions about the future of air travel. But why? Tune in as Ben explores the obstacles facing aircraft of the future. 11/4/11 Free View In iTunes

32 VideoWhat is the future of video games? Video games have made some extraordinary leaps in the past few years, but what does the future hold for gamers? Join Jonathan as he explores the possible future of video games. 10/28/11 Free View In iTunes

33 VideoWhat is the future of male contraception? There are currently only five options for male contraception, and all of them leave something to be desired. But how far are we from creating better male contraception methods? Listen in as Cristen breaks down the science of male contraception. 10/21/11 Free View In iTunes

34 VideoWhat is the future of books? With the emergence of ebooks and portable electronic reading devices, some analysts have predicted the demise of the old-fashioned, paper-and-ink book. But will books really become obsolete? Join Ben as he takes a closer look at the future of books. 10/14/11 Free View In iTunes

35 VideoWhat is the future of condoms? Condoms are by no means a recent invention, and for most of its history the basic design has remained the same. So how will condoms of the future be different? Listen in as Tracy breaks down the future of condoms. 10/7/11 Free View In iTunes

36 VideoWhat is the future of income inequality in the U.S.? It seems that people are increasingly concerned with income inequality in the United States. But what's the future of income inequality? Tune in to learn more about the past, present and future of income in the United States. 9/30/11 Free View In iTunes

37 VideoWill there still be wild animals in the future? As the human population continues to grow, more and more animals are losing their traditional habitats. But how far could this trend go? Could wild animals really be extinct in the future? Tune in to learn more. 9/23/11 Free View In iTunes

38 VideoWhat is the future of seafood? With experts predicting the collapse of ocean ecosystems within as little as 50 years, the future of commercial fishing -- and ocean wildlife -- seems increasingly dire. Tune in as Ben takes a look at the possible future of seafood. 9/16/11 Free View In iTunes

39 VideoWhat is the future of street fashion? Could it be possible that your future wardrobe will includes clothes that change appearance based on your mood or the room you enter? Join editor Holly Frey as she explores the possibilities for clothing in the future. 9/9/11 Free View In iTunes

40 VideoWhat is the future of boarding your pet? Could it be possible that all pet owners will be legally required to implant RFID chips in their pets? How could this affect the quality of care in boarding facilities? Tune in as Holly explores the future of pets in this episode. 9/2/11 Free View In iTunes

41 VideoWhat is ubiquitous computing? Is it possible that computers may eventually be found in virtually everything? Join Jonathan as he takes a closer look at the future of ubiquitous computing and the pervasive internet. 8/26/11 Free View In iTunes

42 VideoWhat is the future of childcare? Is it possible that robots will raise your grandchildren? Sure, the idea might seem like science fiction -- but it's also not as far-fetched as some would assume. Tune in as Julie Douglas explores the possibilities for the future of childcare. 8/19/11 Free View In iTunes

43 VideoWhat is augmented reality? What is an augmented reality? Are we already living in one? Join Jonathan Strickland as he examines the technology used to digitally augment our world and discusses where that technology might be heading. 8/12/11 Free View In iTunes

44 VideoWhat is radio telepathy? From drums and smoke signals to the printing press and cell phones, human beings have struggled to expand our communcation abilities since the dawn of history. So what's the next step? Listen in as Rob Sheppe explores the future of communication. 8/5/11 Free View In iTunes

45 VideoWhat is the future of recorded music? Could the music of the future adapt to an individual's tastes? Could recorded music adapt itself to the surrounding environment? Join Robert Lamb as he explores the continual evolution of music from the dawn of human history to the present day and beyond. 7/29/11 Free View In iTunes

46 VideoWhat is the future of genetic modification? With genetic modification, parents may be able to select their children's eye color or eliminate some diseases. But will we be able to add gills and tails in the future? Join Rob Sheppe as he takes a look at the possibilities of genetic modification. 7/22/11 Free View In iTunes

47 VideoWhat is the future of personal communication? It's no secret that technology has changed the way people communicate -- but where is this trend leading? Will coming generations communicate differently? Join Chuck Bryant as he explores the implications of technology and communication. 7/15/11 Free View In iTunes

48 VideoWhat is the future of your music collection? Will cloud storage change the way you collect and store your music collection? Join John as he explores the advantages and disadvantages of digital music collections -- and how this may change the future of music altogether. 7/8/11 Free View In iTunes

49 VideoWhat is the future of becoming an adult? Traditionally, the transition to adulthood has been seen as a linear path. However, in the future this transition may lengthen, becoming what experts call 'emerging adulthood.' Join Deblina as she explores the shifting nature of adulthood in this episode. 7/1/11 Free View In iTunes

50 VideoWhat role will robots play in future medicine? Senior HowStuffWorks Writer Jonathan Strickland discuss the future of medicine and robotics. 6/27/11 Free View In iTunes

51 VideoCould a Gamma Ray Burst Destroy the Earth? A burst of gamma rays could destroy life on earth. Learn more about gamma rays and mass extinction in this HowStuffWorks video. 6/26/11 Free View In iTunes

52 VideoCould an asteroid impact destroy the earth? From the archives of HowStuffWorks: A large asteroid could end life on earth. Learn more about asteroid impacts in this HowStuffWorks video. 6/26/11 Free View In iTunes

53 VideoCould a Black Hole Destroy the Earth? From the HowStuffWorks archive: Some black holes move from place to place, and one could destroy earth. Learn more about black holes in this HowStuffWorks video. 6/26/11 Free View In iTunes

54 VideoCould a Solar Flare Destroy the Earth? From the howStuffWorks archive: A massive solar flare could destroy life on earth. Learn more about solar flares in this HowStuffWorks video. 6/26/11 Free View In iTunes

55 VideoCould Antimatter Destroy the Earth? From the HowStuffWorks archives: A collision with antimatter could destroy life on planet earth. Learn more about antimatter in this HowStuffWorks video. 6/26/11 Free View In iTunes

56 VideoWhat will urban areas look like in the future? What will cities look like 100 years from now? Ben Bowlin, staff writer at HowStuffWorks.com, discuss the future of urban areas. 6/24/11 Free View In iTunes

57 VideoWhat will universities look like in the future? The rising cost of university tuition has forced many students to rethink their plans, opting for alternative paths to higher education. In this episode, Conal Byrne takes a closer look at the nature of education -- and how it may change in the future. 6/24/11 Free View In iTunes

58 VideoWhat is organ printing? Every day in the United States, an average of 18 people die while waiting for an organ transplant. Could we solve this problem with printers? Join Ben Bowlin as he examines the current research into organ printing -- and what it could mean for the future. 6/23/11 Free View In iTunes

59 VideoWhat will movies be like in a hundred years? The movies of the future may have more in common with online games than with the blockbusters at your local cinema. But how would this work, and what could it mean for future moviegoers? Tune in as Conal Byrne examines the future of entertainment. 6/23/11 Free View In iTunes

60 VideoWhat is the Future of Water? Will access to water be a source fo conflict in the future? Join Ben Bowlin, writer for HowStuffWorks.com, as he explores the future of water. 6/22/11 Free View In iTunes

61 VideoWhat will families be like in the future? Will overpopulation alter the commonly-accepted family structure? Tune in as General Manager and Editor-in-Chief Conal Byrne discusses how current global trends may alter future societies, and possibly change the concept of 'family' altogether. 6/22/11 Free View In iTunes

62 VideoCities of the Future What will cities of the future look like? Julie Douglas from Stuff to Blow Your Mind predicts the future of urban living. 6/20/11 Free View In iTunes

63 VideoWill there be cyborgs in the future? Whether we're talking about automatons like the Borg or heroes like the Bionic Man, we're all familiar with the cyborgs of science fiction. But how close are we to a cybernetic future? Listen in as Robert Lamb explains the role of cyborgs in the future. 6/17/11 Free View In iTunes

64 VideoThe Future of Relationships Technology isn't just changing the way people encounter new information -- it's also changing the way people encounter each other. Tune in as Cristen explains how technology will affect relationships, families and children in the future. 6/10/11 Free View In iTunes

65 VideoWhat is the future of the English language? If you traveled four hundred years into the future, would you be able to understand your fellow English speakers? Join Ben Bowlin as he explores how the English language is evolving -- and how it may change in the future. 6/3/11 Free View In iTunes

66 VideoWhat is the singularity? Will computers of the future have the ability to design themselves? Is it possible that human beings may be able to download their consciousness onto machines? Join TechStuff's Jonathan Strickland as he takes a closer look at the singularity 5/27/11 Free View In iTunes

67 VideoHow will people practice religion in space? Leaving the planet doesn't mean leaving spirituality behind. From lunar communions to research on Ramadan in space, it seems that religion will travel with mankind into the stars. But how? Tune in as Robert explores the space-bound future of religion. 5/20/11 Free View In iTunes

Customer Reviews

What the #%*&?

by Kydiana

Why is this a video podcast? Who are these guys who, while the camera just points at them, ramble on rather pointlessly on topics much better covered on other podcasts (including those from How Stuff Works). There is absolutely no point to the video aspect of this podcast and the information conveyed is minimal. Very disappointing coming form such an established franchise.

Stuff they don't know

by XBLJimi82

This show should come from stuff I don't know what the f%#k I'm even talking about.

Why Video?

by Rose.J.S

I wish they produced this as an audio podcast, not a video one.

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