Ep 10. The Alien Code

In Search of Aliens season 1 episode 10 titled "The Alien Code" takes viewers on a journey through the history of mankind's quest to understand the workings of the universe, the existence of aliens, and the possibility of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations. The episode centers around the notion that humanity may have already received coded messages from aliens, and offers an explanation of how decoding these messages could lead to a better understanding of our place in the universe.

The episode begins with a look back at the work of famous mathematician and cryptographer Alan Turing, whose Enigma code-breaking machine was instrumental in deciphering coded messages sent during World War II. This sets the stage for the main thrust of the episode, which is to explore the possibility of a similar coded message being sent by aliens to humanity.

The episode then delves into the fascinating history of the Arecibo Message, a message sent from the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico in 1974 in an attempt to communicate with extraterrestrial life. The message was broadcast into space in the form of a binary-coded message, comprised of ones and zeros representing human beings, DNA, our solar system, and other key information about the human race. The episode explores the implications of sending this message and how it may have influenced the way we communicate with potential alien civilizations in the future.

Next, the episode introduces viewers to the concept of the Wow! Signal, a mysterious radio signal detected in 1977 by an astronomer named Jerry R. Ehman. The signal lasted for 72 seconds, and it was so strong that Ehman wrote "Wow!" next to the data when he was reviewing it. The episode explores the possibility that this signal may have been a coded message from an advanced civilization.

The episode then explores the idea that alien messages may be hidden in the fabric of the universe itself, through the use of mathematical formulas and patterns. The episode introduces viewers to the work of physicist and mathematician Marcelo Gleiser, who believes that there may be a hidden code in the universe that could lead to the discovery of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations.

Towards the end of the episode, viewers are introduced to the concept of Alien DNA, a proposed method for sending biological information to extraterrestrial life. The episode explores the implications of sending such a message, including how it may be interpreted by alien civilizations and the potential consequences of making direct contact with advanced life forms.

Overall, In Search of Aliens season 1 episode 10 offers a fascinating look at the potential for coded messages from extraterrestrial life and the ways in which humanity has attempted to decode them. From the Arecibo Message to the Wow! Signal, the episode highlights some of the most intriguing moments in the search for alien communication. The episode ultimately leaves viewers with a sense of wonder and a renewed sense of curiosity about the mysteries of the universe.