Cool Worlds Podcast #7 Ramesh Narayan - Black Holes, Extreme Astrophysics, Event Horizon Telescope
Oct 20, 2023
Renowned astrophysicist Ramesh Narayan discusses black holes, their formation, and characteristics. He explores the historical journey of black holes, the role of viscosity in particle dynamics around them, the significance of magnetic fields, the formation of powerful jets, and the future of the Event Horizon Telescope. The podcast concludes with reflections on the ability to model black holes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
The Historical Journey of Black Holes
05:17 • 18min
Viscosity and its Role in the Dynamics of Particles Around Black Holes
23:15 • 4min
The Magnetic Field Surrounding a Black Hole and Its Effects on the System
27:34 • 2min
Formation and Dynamics of Jets near Black Holes
29:18 • 26min
The Future of the Event Horizon Telescope and Astrophysics
55:25 • 2min
The Ability to Model Exotic Objects: Reflections on Black Holes
57:53 • 4min