Jonas Enander

Jonas Enander, a Swedish astrophysicist and author of 'Facing Infinity: Black Holes and Our Place on Earth,' dives deep into the fascinating world of black holes. He shares his journey from discovering astronomy to the complexities of astrophysics. Discussing how he humanizes cosmic phenomena in his writing, he contrasts scientific accuracy in films like Interstellar with Hollywood speculation. Jonas also reveals insights about gravity's effect on light and the generational shifts in scientific collaboration, deeming it a golden age for black hole research.

Dr. Jonas Enander, a science communicator and former cosmology researcher, dives into humanity’s long fascination with black holes, starting from John Michell’s 1783 hypothesis. He discusses how the first image of a black hole reignited interest in these cosmic wonders. Enander explains misconceptions, the science of black holes, and how their study linked to innovations like Wi-Fi. He also reflects on humanity's technical triumphs and failures in addressing climate change, prompting profound thoughts on our cosmic perspective and connection to these mysterious entities.