The DemystifySci Podcast

Wayne Coste, an electrical engineer with a theory on cosmic redshift, joins an intriguing lineup including Ricky Cisco, who explores AI's role in predicting societal behaviors. Matthew Fox tackles vacuum energy and its implications on cosmic expansion, while Gary Barham presents a revolutionary view of light as a composite particle. Sebastian Schepis proposes a daring framework linking consciousness and gravity through prime number dynamics. Each theorist shares captivating insights, pushing the boundaries of our understanding about the universe.

Dr. Jacob Barandes, a Harvard Physics professor and skeptic of the mathematical nature of the universe, dives into fascinating discussions about reality's foundations. He challenges conventional views by modeling reality with physical bodies rather than abstract math. Barandes highlights the confusion surrounding quantum measurements and the significant philosophical debates that have persisted for over two millennia. He emphasizes the importance of clarity over abstraction, urging listeners to reconsider what constitutes knowledge in science and the role of continual inquiry.

Stephen Wolfram, a physicist and mathematician renowned for his work in computational sciences, shares his groundbreaking insights on the rules that govern our universe. He dives into the interplay between free will and computational irreducibility, challenging our understanding of reality's complexities. Discussion spans the nature of space and time, the emergence of consciousness, and the unique distinction between human and AI experiences. Wolfram introduces the concept of the Ruliad, suggesting a new framework for bridging science and philosophy.

Join Dr. Pierre-Marie Robitaille, ex-director of MRI Research at Ohio State University and advocate for the liquid sun model, alongside Jim Keller, a pioneering computer architect. They challenge the traditional view of the sun as a gas ball, suggesting it's made of liquid metallic hydrogen, potentially rewriting astrophysics. They discuss implications on fusion technology, the nature of white dwarfs, and innovative perspectives on stars. Keller adds insights on modern engineering complexities, emphasizing the intersection of technology and scientific exploration.

In this conversation, Dr. Patrick Vanraes, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Antwerp, challenges the conventional understanding of plasma. He argues that plasma isn’t merely a fourth state of matter but a latent property of matter itself. Vanraes explores its complexities, tying plasma behavior to cosmic phenomena and technology. He also discusses the philosophical implications of defining particles as information bundles, shaking the foundations of traditional physics perspectives. Prepare to rethink what you know about plasma!

Join an intriguing exploration of mysterious rock formations in Southern Oregon. The hosts debate whether these structures are natural or man-made. They dive into geological processes, uplift, and erosion that shaped the landscape. The episode investigates the magnetic properties of local rocks and the impact of rivers on their formation. With a call for listener theories, it merges science with mystery, inviting curiosity about the hidden history beneath the forest floor.

In this discussion, Tiffeny Todd, a physics professor and filmmaker, dives into her groundbreaking theory of vacuum orchestrated spin signaling. She shares her quest for understanding consciousness following a profound out-of-body experience. Topics include the fascinating intersection of parapsychology and quantum physics, the role of the mind in influencing quantum experiments, and the nature of consciousness as either a brain product or a receiver of external signals. Todd's ideas challenge traditional perspectives on free will and the intricacies of existence.

In this engaging conversation, Andrés Gomez Emilsson, director of the Qualia Research Institute, dives into the intricate world of consciousness. He explores how psychedelics and meditation can transform subjective experiences and discusses the harmonious dynamics of neural oscillations. Emilsson also shares fascinating insights into how fragrances influence perception and emotional states, linking scents to profound psychological experiences. From enlightenment to the interplay of ego, this dialogue offers a thought-provoking look at the mysteries of the mind.

In this episode, Dr. Michael Hughes, a postdoctoral researcher at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, delves into the fascinating role of water in living systems. He reveals how water acts as an information storage medium, challenging traditional views of biology. Discussing concepts like liquid crystalline phases and hydration shells, Hughes connects water dynamics to health and disease, proposing a novel approach to understanding cellular functions. His insights on metabolism, environmental influences, and the interplay between genetics and health encourage a rethinking of wellness strategies.

Eric Lerner is a popular science writer, plasma physicist, and long-time collaborator of the late Nobel laureate Hannes Alfvén. He’s also one of the featured speakers at our Beyond the Big Bang event this summer in Sesimbra, Portugal. For over thirty years, Lerner has been a leading voice in plasma cosmology and a critic of Big Bang cosmology, who argued for a non-expanding, steady state universe as the central claim of his landmark book The Big Bang Never Happened (affiliate link to puchase: https://amzn.to/4jEez8H). Our conversation dives into the history and foundations of plasma cosmology, from early Birkeland current experiments in the Arctic that revealed the electrical nature of the aurora, to the role of plasma dynamics in the shape and behavior of galaxies. All the hits are in here - from Halton Arp, whose Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies seriously challenged the way that mainstream cosmologists interpret redshift, to the electromagnetic forces often overlooked in mainstream cosmology, to the filamentary plasma structures and cosmic-scale currents that strain the limits of the standard model. This is a deep exploration of alternative cosmology, electric universe theories, and the scientists behind them — from Fred Hoyle to Anthony Peratt — who refused to patch a dying theory and instead asked instead if the universe might be eternal.MAKE HISTORY WITH US THIS SUMMER:https://demystifysci.com/demysticon-2025PATREON https://www.patreon.com/c/demystifysciPARADIGM DRIFThttps://demystifysci.com/paradigm-drift-show00:00 Go!00:05:59 – The Cosmological Pendulum 00:14:09 – Knowledge and Societal Progress 00:22:18 – Big Bang Origins & Ideological Influence 00:29:04 – Technological Stagnation Since the 1970s 00:32:02 – Ideology Replacing Empiricism in Science 00:36:14 – Gravity vs. Electromagnetism in Cosmology 00:41:02 – Evolution of Scientific Funding Models 00:51:11 – Birkeland Currents & Plasma Discoveries 00:56:25 – Centralization of Postwar Science 01:00:18 – Orthodoxy in Medicine 01:00:59 – Decline of Fundamental Research 01:04:39 – Plasma Cosmology vs. Dark Matter 01:08:52 – Capitalism and Research Priorities 01:14:22 – Sustaining Independent Science 01:15:16 – Birkeland, Alfvén & Plasma History 01:22:24 – Einstein’s Rise & Cultural Legacy 01:31:05 – General Relativity and Elitism 01:34:44 – Chapman’s Math vs. Empirics 01:37:12 – Alfvén’s Plasma Breakthroughs 01:43:39 – Plasma Physics vs. Big Bang Theories 01:47:39 – Nobel Prize & MHD’s Hidden Flaws 01:58:00 – Filamentary Plasmas vs. MHD 02:00:47 – Pseudoplasmas and MHD Limits 02:02:58 – Defining Plasma as a State of Matter 02:06:00 – Where Plasma Exists in Nature 02:11:17 – The Myth of Mathematical Models 02:21:10 – Scientific vs. Aesthetic Cosmology 02:29:55 – Failed Big Bang Predictions 02:36:01 – Alternatives to the Expanding Universe 02:43:09 – Large-Scale Structures and Cosmic Age 02:50:10 – Public Science and Open Debate 02:55:16 – Toward a New Cosmological Paradigm#plasma #bigbang #darkmatter #electricuniverse, #cosmology, #astrophysics, #scientificrevolution, #fusionenergy, #philosophypodcast, #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast ABOUS US: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. PATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasBMERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/allAMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98DONATE: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaDSUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci