Stuff from the Future

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.

U.S. pennies have been around for centuries, but their days may be numbered. In this episode, Ben Bowlin looks at the arguments for and against the penny. Tune in to learn more about the future of currency.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Bowlin as he takes a closer look at the future of books.

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.

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.