Andy Warner
Nonfiction cartoonist, illustrator and co-author/illustrator of Do Aliens Speak Physics; contributes artwork, historical perspectives, and science-communication expertise to the episode.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 1h 6min
Do Aliens Speak Physics, with Andy Warner
Join nonfiction cartoonist Andy Warner, co-author of Do Aliens Speak Physics, as he dives into the mind-bending concept of communicating with extraterrestrials. He shares his artistic journey of translating complex scientific ideas into engaging comics. The discussion touches on whether aliens would practice science, the role of curiosity in technological advancement, and the challenges of sharing knowledge with beings from different worlds. Plus, they ponder if mathematical concepts are universal and how diverse human traditions shape scientific discoveries.
Nov 5, 2025 • 60min
Do Aliens Speak Physics?
Join particle physicist Daniel Whiteson and cartoonist Andy Warner as they delve into the intriguing question of whether aliens would understand our physics. Their book explores if math is truly universal or influenced by human culture. They discuss how humor and cartoons can simplify complex ideas about alien communication, reframe assumptions, and challenge the limits of human intuition. Their insights encourage us to expand our imaginations about potential extraterrestrial encounters and the diverse paths of scientific progress.
