What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities

Do you know what you’re putting on your skin? Makeup can highlight your best features, smooth out imperfections, and help you feel confident. And sometimes, you’re just too tired to wash it off before you go to bed. You could get away with this for one night without causing too much damage. But what if one night turns into two, then three, then four, and then 100 days go by, and you still haven’t...

There have been 108 billion Homo sapiens born on Earth. But you are the very last one. With no other babies being born after you, you would be the end of the human race and its legacy. What would your life be like? Would the whole world be your parents? How long would you live? Transcript and sources Thumbnail character by Nic Wassell: Nic Wassell on ArtStation Get our 100 best episodes in one min...

Try ChatLLM today at chatllm.abacus.ai/wfi. One platform, all the AI power you need. Explore the cosmic consequences of replacing our Sun with extreme celestial bodies. Discover how life would change or even end with objects like a magnetar, which could surprisingly be more beneficial than the Sun. Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/whatifshow/membershipGet the What If book: bit.ly/ytc-the-what-if...

Scientists might have discovered life outside the Solar System on the exoplanet K2-18 b, located 124 light-years away. This planet presents the most promising evidence for extraterrestrial life we've encountered. Support us on Patreon Get the What If book Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Membership Interested in sponsoring our episodes or collaborating? Email us: contact@underknow...

A new moon has appeared near Earth, but it's orbiting the Moon instead of our planet. Explore how this mini moon formed, its potential permanence, and its effects on Earth. Timeline: 01:14 The Great Impact Hypothesis: Moon’s formation 02:16 Alternative moon formation 03:40 Moon’s moon as a captured asteroid 04:51 Collision with Earth or ejection 06:05 Cultural/scientific impact of a moon moon 07:1...

Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/whatifshow/membership Check out our other channels: How to Survive Animalogic Aperture T-shirts and merch: whatifstore What If elsewhere: Instagram Discord Podcast What If is a mini-documentary web series that takes you on an epic journey through hypothetical worlds and possibilities. Join us on an imaginary adventure through time, space and chance while we (hope...

Create your own character animations with Rokoko's easy and affordable mocap tools! Get 5% off your order with promo code RKK_WHAT. Follow this link for more: Rokoko Mocap Bundle Chase faces death on numerous exoplanets, exploring the most bizarre and extreme conditions. While we couldn't cover every planet due to the Universe's vastness, we highlighted some of the most gruesome experiences. Suppo...

Support our show and receive awesome perks. Join this channel to get access to the perks: our YouTube channel. It's big, it's blue, and extremely dangerous. Neptune's giant, Earth-sized storms are far from calm. As beautiful as its surface appears, Neptune is a violent planet. Ready for a space journey? We'll explore the Solar System. Why do Neptune's rings clump in certain areas? What lies beneat...

Sandworms, often seen as gross yet somewhat cute creatures, are typically used as bait. But what if they were the predators instead, capable of hunting humans? Explore how they might migrate from water to land, their dietary needs for survival, and the peculiar way they would consume their prey. Transcript and sources Join this channel for perks: YouTube Membership Subscribe to our second channel:...

Pre-order the What If 100 book today: here. Free shipping to US! International shipping coming soon, but enjoy the digital version right away. 410 kilometers (254 miles) above Earth is where the International Space Station floats. Imagine if you were up there and fell off, skydiving back to Earth. What would unfold? Is this possible? How quickly would you descend, and what would happen upon your r...

Scientists have developed bulletproof skin, a potential solution to gunshot injuries affecting 100,000 Americans annually. Discover the science behind this innovation and how goats and spiders play a role. Could this be a breakthrough in reducing gun violence? Pre-order the What If 100 book today: https://bit.ly/book-what-if-100 Free shipping to US! International shipping will be available soon bu...

Discover the challenges of constructing the longest underwater pipe to the bottom of the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of Earth. What materials are suitable? What creatures might you encounter? And at what point does the construction become unbearable? Get a digital version of the What If 100 book and pre-order a hardcover. Free shipping to US! International shipping will be available soon. Fin...

Nearly 800 million light-years away, something has been forming. Scientists aren't exactly sure what it is but have dubbed it 'the black neutron star.' And now, it's headed for Earth. What is this strange object? How would it change our planet? And what makes this new discovery so dangerous? For the transcript and sources. Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel. Subscribe to our...

Explore the idea of living in a closed biosphere with insights from Jane Poynter. Watch here. Imagine condensing everything that sustains life on Earth into a small bubble. The Earth's biosphere spans approximately 20 km (12 mi), from ocean depths to the atmosphere, housing most life forms. To inhabit space or Mars, replicating this complex system is essential. What would you eat? How would you ma...

It's been 30 days since Uranus first appeared in the sky. Initially, it seemed like our Moon had found a celestial companion. But soon, we realized something significantly larger was approaching. What caused Uranus to become so unstable? How might this colossal collision transform the ice giant? And what's the reason for the dreadful odor? Ugh. For the full transcript and sources, visit here. Join...

If you’re ready to take action and prevent hair loss, go to www.keeps.com/whatif to receive your first month of treatment for free. Do you drink energy drinks? Do you drink them every day? Do you drink multiple ones every day? Then you just might be addicted to energy drinks. But why is that so bad when everyone else is addicted to coffee? In a stressed-out world suffering from constant fatigue an...

Dry ice is one of the coldest substances on Earth. This is what it does to a flower. And check out what it does to this action figure. Now, what would happen if you swallowed dry ice? What would it do to your skin? How much could you eat before it hurts you? And how would it affect your stomach? For more information, visit the transcript and sources. Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTu...

Among Us is a video game that has captured the world's attention. It's immensely popular on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, with even politicians engaging in gameplay. But imagine if this game was more than virtual. What if Among Us unfolded in real life? Who among the crewmates would be suspicious? What kinds of tasks would you have to complete? And could you survive until the very end? For mo...

Throughout history, there have been many incredible civilizations that have shaped the way we live today. One was Ancient Rome, a once majestic and thriving city whose strong foundations live on to this day. Yet despite all its grandeur, life as an average citizen in Ancient Rome was hard and unforgiving. What strange customs did the Romans have? What was the life expectancy of an average citizen?...

Thanks to Hover for sponsoring this video. Visit Hover to get 10% off your first domain name! Aerogel, the world's lightest solid, is an incredibly rare substance used in spacecraft as an insulator. Imagine filling an entire pool with this material and then jumping into it. What would happen to your skin? What is aerogel composed of, and how much would it cost to do such an experiment? Discover mo...

Discover the consequences of neglecting dental hygiene as we explore the story of a man who didn't brush his teeth for over two years, leading to severe decay and tooth removal. What would happen if you never brushed again? Learn about the bacteria that inhabit your mouth, the impact on your health, and how long you can go before losing your teeth. For more details, check the transcript and source...

Explore the most terrifying planets in the universe, ranked from Level 1 to 100. From small eerie rocks to massive nightmare-inducing worlds, each planet presents a new horror of space. Can you handle the horrors? Made possible with the support of Ontario Creates: https://ontariocreates.ca Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatifshow/membership Get the What If book: http://bit.ly/ytc-...

What If is a mini-documentary web series exploring hypothetical worlds and possibilities. Join us on an imaginary adventure through time, space, and chance as we delve into complex subjects in a fun and entertaining way. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatifshow/membership. Check out our other channels: How to Survive: https://bit.ly/how-to-survive-show, Aperture: https://bit.ly/ap...

What If is a mini-documentary web series taking you on an epic journey through hypothetical worlds and possibilities. Join us on an imaginary adventure through time, space, and chance as we boil down complex subjects in a fun and entertaining way. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatifshow/membership Check out our other channels: How to Survive: https://bit.ly/how-to-survive-show Ap...

In the future, humans might evolve in various ways. They could develop long, tall bodies suitable for space living, or they might become shorter and bulkier to withstand environmental disasters on Earth. However, these scenarios are contingent upon addressing today's challenges. This episode explores the visionaries shaping humanity's future and what the next 100 years could hold. Timeline: 00:00:...