

Jo Brand's Quantum World
4 snips Dec 13, 2023
Comedian Jo Brand takes over as guest host on 'The Infinite Monkey Cage', delving into the weird world of quantum theory with theoretical physicist Prof Ben Allanach and cosmologist Prof Fay Dowker. They discuss the probabilistic nature of quantum theory, the observer effect, and the mystery of reality revealed by quantum mechanics. They also touch on the origins of terms like 'big bang' and 'black hole'.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Brian Cox's empathy and a discussion on quantum mechanics
01:34 • 2min
Quantum Mechanics and the Strange Behavior of Particles
03:12 • 14min
Exploring the Concept of the Observer in Quantum Mechanics
16:57 • 2min
Interpretations of Quantum Systems
19:05 • 5min
Quantum Mechanics and the Mystery of Reality
24:27 • 15min
Origins of 'Big Bang' and 'Black Hole'
39:06 • 5min