The Unreasonable Effectiveness of Mathematics in Science

What does it take to achieve great breakthroughs in science? What makes Galileo’s approach to science still relevant today? And why is it essential for scientists to communicate their work to the general public?

Last month, I was invited to Rick Walker's podcast to give his listeners insight into the mind of a scientist. We also discussed the cosmic microwave background, unifying the laws of gravity and quantum mechanics, and more. 

Tune in!

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Key Takeaways: 

• 00:00 Intro
• 01:18 Science, curiosity, and creativity 
• 08:46 Entertainment scientists 
• 12:59 The relationship between mathematics and science
• 20:22 Einstein’s unfinished dream 
• 24:17 Heisenberg uncertainty principle 
• 29:09 Galileo’s approach to science
• 34:51 My content creation process
• 39:49 The cosmic microwave background 
• 48:16 Quickfire
• 52:25 Outro

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Additional resources: 

➡️ Check out Rick Walker’s Podcast:

🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3V74xC3Qv8HZchgn_tYWoA 

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rick-walker-podcast/id1667818152

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📝 Join my mailing list: https://briankeating.com/list 

✍️ Check out my blog: https://briankeating.com/cosmic-musings/ 

🎙️ Follow my podcast: https://briankeating.com/podcast 

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Into the Impossible with Brian Keating is a podcast dedicated to all those who want to explore the universe within and beyond the known.

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