The First Space Elevator: Where Would We Build It?

If we could build a space elevator tomorrow, where should it go? Earth may be the obvious answer, but the Moon, Mars, and other worlds may be far easier. We compare the best candidates.Get Nebula using my link for 50% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurCheckout Mad Kings : https://nebula.tv/madkings?ref=isaacarthur🛒 SFIA Merchandise: https://isaac-arthur-shop.fourthwall.com/🌐 Visit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.net❤️ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthur⭐ Support us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthur👥 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/📣 Reddit Community: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/🐦 Follow on Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur💬 SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:The First Space Elevator: Where Would We Build It?Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurMusic by Epidemic Sound: http://nebula.tv/epidemicGraphics from: Jeremy Jozwik, Ken York, Phil Swan & Sergio BoteroSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty ImagesChapters0:00 Intro 4:02 Why Not the Atlantic, Indian, or Land?9:07 Cheating the Equator12:37 The First Elevator Might Not Be on EarthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.