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#1352 - Sean Carroll

The Joe Rogan Experience

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Quantum Misconceptions and Many Worlds

This chapter explores the common misconceptions surrounding quantum mechanics, particularly as seen in popular media like 'What the Bleep?'. It delves into the complexities of quantum concepts such as wave functions, measurement problems, and the many-worlds interpretation, while contrasting them with classical mechanics. Through an engaging dialogue between a philosopher and a physicist, the chapter emphasizes the profound implications of these theories and their limited influence on everyday life.

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