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AMA | December 2022

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Exploring Physics and Fandom

This chapter navigates the complex realms of modern physics, including momentum conservation in quantum measurements and the significance of the stress-energy tensor. It also intertwines personal anecdotes of sports fandom with profound discussions on theoretical concepts, such as the Boltzmann brain problem and antimatter galaxies. Additionally, the conversation touches on implications for U.S. politics through alternative voting systems, highlighting the interplay between abstract scientific ideas and everyday life.

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