We are getting close (not there yet) to where we can detect life or a life capable planet from Earth. Any advanced civilization would probably be pretty good at it by now. If they want to be here I doubt there's much we can do about it and many believe they are already here or have been visiting. Who knows. It is not likley we will initiate the contact, I suspect they will call us when they are ready. Yes, I believe they are out there, whether they are here or not is another question. Bob -----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Wiggins Sent: Monday, April 26, 2010 5:03 PM To: utah astronomy utah astronomy listserve Subject: [Utah-astronomy] Hawking vs ET - KSL this evening Y'all may have heard the Stephen Hawking is saying humans should not try to contact "ET". http://www.sltrib.com/news/ci_14961193 I just heard from KSL radio (1160 on the am radio dial) that that'll be the topic of conversation during tonight's (Monday) 9:00 hour. Tune and and give a listen. Better yet, call in and voice your opinion. Cheers, patrick _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.slas.us/gallery2/main.php Visit the Wiki: http://www.utahastronomy.com