Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

Join Brian Keating in a mind-bending conversation with David Chalmers, an Australian philosopher specialized in philosophy of mind. They discuss the hard problem of consciousness, tension between physics and philosophy, simulation hypothesis, creator of the simulation, and the uncertainty of living in a simulation. Would Chalmers take the red pill? Listen to find out!

Renowned physicist Brian Greene discusses the experimental relevance of string theory and the exploration of the multiverse. Topics include alternative paths to Einstein's equations, Calabi-Yau manifolds in string theory, faster-than-light signals, the role of scientists as educators, UFO sightings, and the likelihood of alien life.

Cumrun Vafa, a renowned mathematician and physicist, joins Brian Keating to tackle the criticism against string theory and whether it should be considered science. They dive into the distinguish between puzzles and mysteries, explore the falsifiability of string theory, and discuss the relationship between religion and science. The podcast also touches on the importance of open-mindedness in physics, the possibility of a billion-year time capsule, and the connection between atoms, math, and string theory.

Renowned theoretical cosmologist Michael Turner explores the origins and mysteries of dark energy, discussing the history of the cosmological constant, the Hubble tension, and the nature of dark energy. They also touch on the upgrade of the Bicep Array and the role of teamwork in theoretical physics.

Renowned scientist Martin Rees predicts the future of humanity and science in an engaging conversation with Brian Keating. They cover topics such as artificial intelligence, zoology, the debate on the steady-state of the universe, theories of everything, benefits of the pandemic, blockchain, Bitcoin, ethics, and more.

Renowned theoretical physicist Katherine Freese discusses her recent findings of evidence for dark stars and its implications on understanding the composition of the universe. Topics include Hubble tension, natural inflation, dark energy, philosophical and theological implications, and pedagogical expectations. Exciting insights into the intersection of cosmology and theology are also discussed.

Get ready for a thrilling interview with Leonard Susskind, the American physicist and professor of theoretical physics at Stanford University. Dive into the black hole information paradox, the string theory landscape, and the multiverse. Discover Susskind's perspective on imposter syndrome, the first image of a black hole, and why there are so many theories of everything. And don't miss the audience questions, discussions on mathematician envy, and what Susskind would put in his ethical will.

Evolutionary biologists Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying explain how the modern world is out of sync with our ancient brains and bodies. They discuss their book 'A Hunter Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century', covering topics such as the fascination with frogs, the disconnect between humans and nature, the importance of Sabbath and pushing boundaries for health enhancement, understanding a place and being astute consumers of information, the concepts of life and culture, challenges in modern university research, and peacock behavior.

Eugenia Cheng, renowned mathematician, educator, author, and concert pianist, discusses the profound truths of math, its connection to baking, and its presence in the physical sciences. They explore the concept of zero, the capabilities of the human brain compared to AI, and the importance of revitalizing education.

There is a God equation in mathematics; could there be a God equation in physics? This is the question to which Dr. Michio Kaku has dedicated his life. Dr. Kaku is a theoretical physicist, bestselling author, acclaimed public speaker, renowned futurist, and popularizer of science. As co-founder of String Field Theory, Dr. Kaku carries on Einstein’s quest to unite the four fundamental forces of nature into a single grand unified theory.In this episode of Into the Impossible, Dr. Kaku and I embark on a quest to find this theory of everything. We discuss artificial intelligence, string theory, God, agnosticism, how to become the next Einstein and one of my favorite books – The God Equation.Tune in! Key Takeaways:  Intro (00:00) Could an advanced AI create a game like chess? (02:23) Balancing fame with physics (04:31) Has particle physics been dormant for the last 50 years? (08:32) Rivals to the string theory (18:39) Different laws for different universes (25:38) Is string theory falsifiable? (31:09) What agnosticism means to Michio (38:42) Is there a step before a grand unified theory? (41:26) What connects the string theory to God? (44:01) Michio’s parents were interned during WWII (47:14) Outro (53:52) —Additional resources: 🥗 Thanks, HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50impossible and use code 50impossible for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months.📝 With a MasterClass annual membership, you can take one-on-one classes from the world’s best for $10 a month with your annual membership, get unlimited access to every class — and even better, right now, as an Into The Impossible listener, you can get 15% off when you go to MASTERCLASS.com/impossible.🧑‍💻 Visit LinkedIn.com/IMPOSSIBLE to post your job for free!📚 The God Equation by Michio Kaku: https://a.co/d/bo4MDC2 ➡️ Follow me on your fav platforms:✖️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBrianKeating 🔔 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DrBrianKeating?sub_confirmation=1 📝 Join my mailing list: https://briankeating.com/mailing_list ✍️ Check out my blog: https://briankeating.com/blog.php 🎙️ Follow my podcast: https://briankeating.com/podcast —Into the Impossible with Brian Keating is a podcast dedicated to all those who want to explore the universe within and beyond the known.Make sure to follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices