Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe
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A fun-filled discussion of the big, mind-blowing, unanswered questions about the Universe. In each episode, Daniel Whiteson (a Physicist who works at CERN) and Jorge Cham (a popular online cartoonist) discuss some of the simple but profound questions that people have been wondering about for thousands of years, explaining the science in a fun, shorts-wearing and jargon-free way.
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May 28, 2024 • 53min
Listener Questions 57: Philosophy, Quantum Mechanics and Beta Decay!
Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners like you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2024 • 1h 8min
Who was the most influential scientist?
Daniel talks to Ananyo Bhattacharya, author of "The Man From the Future" about the life and impact of John von NeumannSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21, 2024 • 60min
What's the electric charge of the Universe?
Daniel and Katie reveal the shocking truth about the balance between positive and negative particles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2024 • 53min
Listener Questions 56: Neutron Stars, Dense matter and shared atmospheres!
Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners like you. Get your questions answered: questions@danielandjorge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 14, 2024 • 1h 6min
What mysteries are hiding in the extra-galactic background light?
Daniel and Jorge explore the challenges of detecting light from outside the Milky Way, and the secrets it might reveal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 9, 2024 • 1h
What’s the largest asteroid impact in Earth’s history?
Daniel and Kelly review the most cataclysmic impacts in our planet's history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 7, 2024 • 1h 1min
Listener Questions 55: Time and waves!
Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners like you. Get your questions answered: questions@danielandjorge.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 2, 2024 • 1h 9min
What is quantum biology?
Delve into the fascinating world of quantum biology, where the principles of uncertainty and superposition intertwine with life. Discover how quantum tunneling powers electron transport in cells and enables remarkable light detection in animals. Explore how birds navigate using magnetoreception linked to electron spin, and learn how cosmic rays can spark DNA mutations. The discussion even touches on the role of quantum randomness in neural functions and free will. It's a mind-bending journey through the quantum foundations of life!
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Apr 30, 2024 • 60min
What is gravitoelectromagnetism?
In this insightful discussion, Katie Golden, a host passionate about the animal kingdom, joins Daniel to explore the fascinating connections between gravity and electromagnetism. They delve into the challenges of unifying quantum mechanics and gravity, sharing a humorous take on physicists’ struggles. The conversation touches on the elusive nature of gravitons and the potential of gravitoelectromagnetism as a unifying theory. They also consider the implications of their research, balancing curiosity with the risks of scientific discovery.
Apr 25, 2024 • 56min
Physics of the Internet
Daniel and Jorge talk about how our understanding of physics is central to making the internet work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
