Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

What’s the Relationship Between Matter and Space-Time? w/ Tevin Naidu

Jun 6, 2024

Tevin Naidu, a medical doctor and philosopher, discusses the relationship between matter and space-time, the fundamental nature of reality, and pushing back against anti-scientific BS. Topics include theories of consciousness, computational psychiatry, moral luck, addiction, religion, atheism, trusting NASA, evidence for alien life, and extraterrestrial tech.

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Tevin Naidu

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Quick takeaways

Space, time, and matter are interconnected, shaping our universe's understanding.

Scientific discourse requires a balance between theory and evidence for exploring realities.

Scrutinizing alternative views and upholding expertise are crucial in scientific discourse.

Deep dives

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Truly exceptional individuals exhibit a balance between confidence and humility. While some may exude self-fulfillment and ego, most remarkable individuals display humility, often attributing their success to luck or serendipity.

Intro

5min

Embracing Precision and Evidence in Science

8min

Exploring Humility and Confidence in Exceptional Minds Through Podcast Conversations

3min

Importance of Human Connection and Communication in Podcasting

3min

Navigating Disagreements in Conversations and The Influence of Science Fiction

20min

Exploring Galaxy Formation and Cosmological Observations

3min

Exploring Alternate Theories of Reality

23min

Exploring Complex Topics and Podcast Evolution

11min

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What’s the relationship between matter and space-time? What’s the fundamental nature of reality? And how should we, as science communicators, push back against anti-scientific BS?

These are just some of the topics I had the pleasure of discussing with Tevin Naidu. Tevin is a medical doctor, philosopher, and ethicist whose academic work spans theories of consciousness, computational psychiatry, phenomenological psychopathology, values-based practice, moral luck, addiction, and the philosophy and ethics of science, mind, and mental health.

Tune in and join us for this thought-provoking conversation!

Key Takeaways:

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:36 - What are space, time, and matter?
00:07:11 - How I approach theoretical physics
00:12:43 - How my podcast changed my perspective
00:18:58 - How to "push back" against BS with respectful, open discourse
00:28:50 - Origin of the word podcast and inspiration for Into The Impossible
00:33:55 - Historic moments captured by humans
00:41:21 - Fundamental nature of reality
00:45:02 - Debunking Terrence Howard's JRE comments
00:57:25 - Religion & atheism
01:04:07 - My thoughts on the success of Into The Impossible
01:08:38 - Thoughts on trusting NASA, evidence for alien life, and extraterrestrial tech
01:14:54 - Outro

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