Kip S. Thorne

Renowned theoretical physicist Dr. Kip Thorne, a Nobel laureate and science advisor for 'Interstellar,' reflects on the film's 10th anniversary. He discusses how advances in astrophysics, like gravitational wave detection, could reshape the narrative if the film were made today. Thorne shares insights into the collaboration between scientists and filmmakers that elevated public interest in black holes. He also touches upon popular misconceptions in science and the continuing quest to explore cosmic mysteries, like the black hole at our galaxy's center.

The Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Rainer Weiss, Barry C. Barish, and Kip S. Thorne for their contributions to the LIGO detector and the observation of gravitational waves. The podcast discusses the significance of their discovery and their background in the field.