STORED FOR PERPETUITY
the first 20 episodes of the mizter rad show are stored for perpetuity at the Arctic World Archive, in the permafrost, close to the North Pole!
Mizter Rad in Svalbard, Norway, depositing his first 20 episodes of his show.
While the Mizter Rad Show is undeniably relevant and captivating for present-day listeners, its significance extends far into the future. These recorded conversations serve as valuable historical artifacts for generations to come, offering insights into how our world became what it is. By documenting the thoughts and visions of today, this podcast ensures its relevance for future audiences, providing them with a glimpse into the past as well as a source of inspiration for their own endeavors.
In essence, the Mizter Rad Show is not only a podcast worth exploring today, but also an invaluable resource to be recorded for posterity.
On June 29, 2023, Mizter Rad himself made a special journey to the Arctic World Archive in Svalbard, Norway to personally deposit the initial 20 episodes of the Mizter Rad Show.
THE DEPOSIT in the arctic world archive
Mizter Rad at the entrance of the Arctic World Archive’s vault in Svalbard, Norway.
The challenge facing podcasts today is their inevitable death if not properly preserved for the future. Even the most exceptional and relevant podcasts of our time run the risk of being forgotten and left unheard within the next 100 or even 1000 years. Statistics suggest that the average lifespan of a common podcast is a mere 174 days, highlighting the urgency of finding a solution to preserve the Mizter Rad Show for the future
Compounding this challenge is the staggering number of podcasts saturating the digital landscape. As of 2023, there are approximately 5 million active podcasts worldwide, boasting over 70 million episodes. Amid this immense sea of audio content, it becomes increasingly difficult for individual shows to stand the test of time and retain their relevance.
The Mizter Rad Show, driven by the vision of preserving the efforts and wisdom of today's brightest minds, has found a sanctuary for its episodes in the Arctic World Archive (AWA) vault. By leveraging the cutting-edge technology provided by Piql, the show ensures the long-term storage and safeguarding of its invaluable content.
Through this remarkable collaboration between Mizter Rad, Piql, and AWA, the stories and insights shared by esteemed professionals such as doctors, politicians, scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, artists, and independent thinkers are securely preserved for future generations to celebrate. Regardless of how different our descendants may appear or how society may evolve, the Mizter Rad Show's captivating narratives remain protected and accessible.
THE ARCTIC WORLD ARCHIVE IN THE MIZTER RAD SHOW
LISTEN TO OUR EPISODE WITH RUNE BJERKESTRAND AND KATRINe LOEN, THE FOUNDERS OF AWA
See the transcripts of this episode with Rune and Katrine here
