We sit down, in-person, with the unorthodox mathematical theorist and actor, Terrence Howard. Terrence joins us to discuss his geometric model of physical reality, which resurrects the luminiferous aether...sort of. Instead of taking the aether to be a formless fluid, Terrence proposes a subunit structure for the fabric of reality, which is based on a fractal system of three dimensional shapes. We discuss the need for physical alternatives to the 'fabric of spacetime,' challenges to the standard models, why the aether was initially abandoned, and then take a walk through his geometric universe - complete with actual physical models of Terrence's aetheric structures. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV More details: https://www.terryslynchpins.com/knowledge-base (00:00) Go! Introduction and Overview (00:03:12) Quest for Fundamental Answers (00:05:32) Wave-Particle Duality Revisited (00:11:05) Dynamic Field Interpretations (00:24:13) Critique of Quantum Electrodynamics (00:25:37) Meaning and implications of a mathematically driven universe (00:27:13) Pitfalls of oversimplification in science (00:31:33) Role of science versus engineering in research (00:32:30) The quest for a holistic understanding in science (00:33:49) Balancing scientific knowledge and spiritual beliefs (00:45:25) Challenging established systems (00:46:18) Desire for freedom and new possibilities (00:49:41) Embracing a future of truth and paradigm shift (00:51:44) Motivation beyond traditional recognition (00:55:24) Trusting the process and long-term impact (01:06:51) Physics and Technology Integration (01:09:30) High-Pressure Refolding for Radioactive Materials (01:11:32) Technological Innovation and Peer Review (01:16:03) Challenges to Established Mathematical Models (01:28:05) The nature of mathematical operations in calculators (01:31:20) Abstract representations in mathematics and their physical correlates (01:35:06) Challenges with multiplicative operations in non-integer contexts (01:50:34) Magnetic vs. Electric Fields (01:51:42) Nature of Polar Interactions (01:54:00) Reevaluation of Magnetism (01:58:24) Unified Theory of Physics (02:13:06) Harmonic Relationships in Elemental Spectra (02:16:00) Exploring Spectral Line Harmonics (02:21:45) Frequency and Elemental Creation (02:38:42) Tetreyen Theory and Manipulation (02:39:25) Magnetic Dynamics and Vortex Formation (02:41:00) Self-Referencing Systems and Structural Repetition (02:42:29) Proposal for an Etheric Structure (02:44:06) Further Exploration and Evaluation #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #TerrenceHoward #QuantumPhysics, #WaveParticleDuality, #FieldTheory, #QuantumElectrodynamics, #MathematicsInScience, #ElectromagneticRadiation, #PhysicsVsEngineering, #ScienceAndSpirituality, #ParadigmShift, #TechnologicalInnovation, #UnifiedTheory, #SpectralHarmonics, #MagneticFields, #EthericStructure, #ElementalSpectra, #PhysicsRevolution, #MathematicalUniverse Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S

Dr. Shamini Jain is a scientist, clinical psychologist, and founder of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, aiming to transform healthcare beyond traditional systems. In the discussion, she delves into psychoneuroimmunology and biofield therapies, highlighting their roles in holistic healing. Jain critiques managed care for its focus on profit over compassion. She shares insights on the power of mindfulness, community support, and the transformative impact of energy healing, advocating for a more integrative approach to health that values emotional connections and self-care.

Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Miami, who takes an unconventional approach to studying the origin of Christianity. What if, she asks, instead of using one dictionary for biblical texts, and a different one for all other contemporaneous Greek literature, we read the gospels as if they were the same as any other classical text? It turns out that this small shift in semantic content reveals a lot about the people who wrote the bible, the reasons for Christianity’s massive rise to popularity, and the entrenchment of the traditions that warped the weft of the spiritual teachings originally contained within these ancient books. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00) Go! Christianity & Historical Revisionism (00:06:46) Impact of Philosophy on Religion (00:18:08) Journey into Classics & Religious Texts (00:23:07) The Jefferson Bible and Historical Context (00:26:31) Historical Understanding of the Bible's Origins (00:29:29) Perceptions of Biblical Authorship (00:38:02) Critical Study of Religious Texts (00:44:06) Interpretation of Greek Terms in Religious Context (00:46:11) Reinterpreting 'Spirit' and Conversion in Early Christianity (00:51:01) Consciousness and Spirit in Science and Religion (00:55:06) Defining Religion and Its Academic Challenges (00:57:53) The Formation of Christianity and Its Historical Context (01:07:33) Paul's Revelations and Cultural Context (01:10:32) Psychedelics and Religion (01:12:08) Paul's Role and Interpretation (01:18:05) Christianity's Integration #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #Christianity, #ReligionHistory, #BiblicalStudies, #PhilosophyOfReligion, #AncientRome, #GospelOrigins, #PaulTheApostle, #PsychedelicsAndReligion, #EarlyChristianity, #HistoricalJesus, #ReligiousTextAnalysis, #RomanEmpire, #EnlightenmentThought, #ReligiousScholarship, #ClassicalPhilosophy, #CulturalSyncretism, #EgyptianInfluence, #BiblicalAuthorship, #PhilosophyOfReligion, #ChurchHistory Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: 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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

In this enlightening discussion, Drs. A. V. Bendebury and M. S. DeLay dive into the visionary ideas of Walter Russell, a turn-of-the-century painter and mystic. They explore the fusion of mysticism and physics, reflecting on how Russell’s insights challenge modern scientific paradigms. The conversation covers the quest for a unified theory, critiques of contemporary physics, and the philosophical implications of reconciling cosmic mysteries with human creativity. The guests also emphasize the importance of intuition in understanding the universe's intricacies.

Dr. Simon Michaux, an associate professor at the Geological Survey of Finland, dives into his ambitious Prometheus Project—aimed at creating a sustainable city in the Peruvian desert. He passionately discusses the necessary resources and the societal structures required for success, contrasting utopian ideals with real-world challenges. The conversation explores innovative strategies like advanced water sourcing, eco-tourism, and community dynamics, all while emphasizing the need for collaboration and a new social contract to shift towards a sustainable future.

Rex Riepe is a philosopher who created the Eristics Test as a tool for helping people understand how they process emotions. In his view, emotions are a deeply rational aspect of our personalities that argue for us to take specific actions in three spheres - the self, the world, and society. We discuss the structure that he has developed for understanding the relationship between emotions, how he identified the fundamental building blocks of our interior landscapes, the way that different personalities fit together, and how unexamined emotional strategies can take on a life of their own. Take the test at eristicstest.com and drop your results in the comments! Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00:00) Go! (00:02:32) The Structure of the Eristics Test (00:05:50) Emotions and the Shadow Self (00:23:27) Emotions as evolutionary adaptations (00:32:23) Defining emotions and their role in arguments and survival (00:51:39) Emotional Energy Allocation (01:00:08) Fear Dominant Personalities (01:14:21) Malleability of emotional archetypes and personal growth (01:33:19) Understanding Detachment and Emotional Health (01:41:59) Exploring the Concept of Guilt, Purpose, and Happiness (01:57:42) Perception and variation in internal dialogue (01:59:33) Enhancing connections through emotional self-awareness (02:18:03) Technology adoption and abandonment by corporations (02:22:26) Centralization and decentralization in internet ecosystems #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: 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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

Dr. Ruth Kastner is a historian of Physics and philosopher of Science who is preoccupied with rational interpretations of quantum mechanics. She serves as the third pole of the transactional quantum mechanics big tent where she, alongside John Cramer and Carver Mead, argue that the apparent mysteries of quantum mechanics can be rationalized by modeling everything from light to gravity as an exchange between atoms. Our conversation explores how she became enamored with this alternative approach to physics, the question of how accurate our models really are when it comes to the subatomic world, why the word "electron" is hopelessly confused, and why moving backwards in space and time aren't as different as they might seem at first glance. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00:00) Go! (00:05:21) Evolution of Transactional Interpretations in Quantum Mechanics (00:07:12) Philosophical Motivations Behind Transactional Interpretations (00:23:26) Mechanistic vs. holistic views of nature (00:27:09) Quantum mechanics and mechanistic explanations (00:32:24) Wave functions and physical reality (00:46:14) Quantum Measurement and Macroscopic Objects (00:49:00) Electron Energy Eigenstates and Stability (00:55:44) Wave-Particle Duality and Transactional Interpretation (00:59:51) Quantum Measurement Problem and Direct Action Theory (01:00:46) Quantum Field Dynamics and Mutual Communication (01:08:30) Future Influence on Present Actions (01:11:03) Actualized vs. Possible Futures (01:14:19) Quantum Indeterminacy and Hidden Variables (01:21:56) Free Will and Determinism (01:31:15) Life as entropy and disorder (01:32:24) Consciousness and non-human life forms (01:39:21) Complexity in living systems (01:45:20) Challenges in quantum theory interpretations (01:53:30) Ontology and Space-Time Concept (01:55:07) Relativistic Quantum Direct Action Theory (02:00:47) Charge Interpretation and Field Source Dynamics #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #QuantumMechanics #TransactionalInterpretation #PhilosophyOfScience #MechanisticVsHolistic #WaveFunctionReality #QuantumMeasurement #MacroscopicObjects #ElectronEnergy #WaveParticleDuality #DirectActionTheory #QuantumFieldDynamics #FutureInfluence #PossibleFutures #QuantumIndeterminacy #HiddenVariables #FreeWillVsDeterminism #LifeAndEntropy #ConsciousnessStudies #NonHumanLife #ComplexSystems #QuantumTheoryChallenges #Ontology #SpaceTime #RelativisticQuantum #ChargeDynamics #FieldSourceTheory #QuantumPhysics #QuantumPhilosophy #Determinism #QuantumFieldTheory #InterpretationOfQuantumTheory #WaveFunction Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: 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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

We sit down for a discussion about the futility of rationalism, by way of William James' Varieties of Religious Experience. We start with the question of utopias, and try to diagnose why, if they're doomed to fail, it's still worth trying to create them, and then move on to the question of the scientific project - which seems to be an attempt to create a rationalist utopia. James' take on mystical experiences - that they're nearly universally accessible, though rarely long dwelt in - seems to suggest that there is something about the tremulous experience of being alive that will leave us with the feeling of being part of something larger than ourselves no matter how rational we get. So, then, if we can never escape the mystical experience, is it worth trying? And if it is, and we take the project of science to be worthwhile, where does the mystic live? Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00:00) Go! (00:08:52) Capitalism vs. Utopia (00:20:06) The Nature of Utopian Projects (00:23:16) The challenges of maintaining utopian communities (00:26:21) The importance of starting small for larger projects (00:30:30) Navigating local laws and governance in new communities (00:34:13) The inherent risks of utopian projects (00:39:05) Embracing flexibility for successful organizations (00:44:04) Exploring the interface of science and mysticism (00:46:48) Exploration of Mystical Experiences and Science (00:51:25) Science and the Unseen (00:59:04) The Challenge of Defining Consciousness (01:06:00) Technology and Labor Dynamics (01:10:52) Dealing with Technology's Impact on Human Experience (01:13:11) William James and the Nature of Poverty (01:16:27) The Relationship Between Mystics and Society (01:20:21) Personal Accounts of Mystical Experiences (01:25:15) Balancing Mystical Insights and Practicality (01:30:21) Critique on Integrating Mysticism into Science (01:34:08) The interplay of belief and the unseen in religious and scientific contexts (01:37:00) The mystical dimensions of quantum physics and human experience (01:39:38) Art and mysticism: the limitations of science in capturing experiences (01:45:09) The inadequacies of science in addressing consciousness and existence (01:50:45) The pursuit of knowledge and the limits of scientific authority #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #UtopianVision, #ScienceVsMysticism, #WilliamJames, #Philosophy, #Mysticism, #Rationalism, #DavidGraeber, #Utopia, #Psychology, #PhilosophicalDebate, #DemystifyingScience, #PodcastDiscussion, #CulturalCritique, #HumanExperience, #ConsciousnessExploration Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: 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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

Dr. Dean Radin is an investigator of parapsychological phenomena whose career has spanned Bell Labs, Stanford Research Institute as part of the Stargate Project, Princeton, and who is now the Chief Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences. Radin approaches his search for evidence of psychokinesis and extrasensory perception as an engineer, and has spent his career building devices that can be reproducibly (though subtly) affected by the minds of experimental subjects that have ranged from his colleagues at Bell Labs to thousands of participants from across the web. We talk about how the buttoned up engineer started studying such esoteric phenomena, working for the CIA, how there's no proof that can convince a skeptic, his recent research that suggests that mental action can affect the outcome of quantum experiments, and his radically transparent approach to research. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link for Dr. Radin's book: https://amzn.to/3XalmNG (00:00:00) Go!(00:00:00)  Introduction to Dean Radin and the Concept of Magic(00:07:13) The Interplay of Magic, Science, and Consciousness(00:10:55) The Role of Information in Understanding Reality(00:21:05) Personal Journey into Parapsychology(00:27:38) The Role of Consciousness and Motivation in ESP(00:38:57) Practical Applications in Human Factors(00:46:23) Classified Knowledge and Public Awareness(00:49:50) Active Disinformation and the Skeptic Movement(00:53:39) Evaluating ESP Research and Military Interest(01:01:13) Successes and Controversies of Remote Viewing(01:08:52) Discussion on CIA Remote Viewing and Public Perception(01:16:30) Research into Psychic Abilities and Genetics(01:26:00) Collective Consciousness in Music and Improvisation(01:33:04) Hemisync and Altered States of Consciousness(01:40:43) Skill Development and Psychic Abilities(01:52:20) Quality of Life of Remote Viewers(01:56:32) Consciousness and Quantum Mechanics(02:01:35) Bridging Phenomena and Mainstream Physics(02:13:52) Ideological Resistance in Discussions(02:25:09) Experimental Innovations in Research(02:29:47) Mentoring the Next Generation of Researchers(02:35:11) Discussion on Theoretical and Empirical Approaches(02:38:40) Upcoming Book Insights and Paradigm Shifts #sciencepodcast,  #longformpodcast, #Parapsychology,#ConsciousnessStudies,#QuantumMind,#ESPResearch,#NoeticScience,#MindMatterInteraction,#FrontierScience,#ConsciousnessExploration,#PsychicPhenomena,#QuantumConsciousness,#ScienceOfTheMind,#ParanormalResearch,#MindScience,#ConsciousnessAndReality,#BeyondMaterialism Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics,  @MaterialAtomics   https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S   PODCAST INFO:  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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog  - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss- Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD- Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y  SOCIAL:  - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

Kevin Fedarko is a writer, journalist and river guide explores the interface between wilderness and industrialization, most recently through the lens of the Grand Canyon. Fedarko recently published "A Walk In the Park," the story of his somewhat ill-conceived but ultimately successful quest to walk the trail-less expanse of desert wilderness that hides beneath the canyon's rims. We talk about the struggle to tell a story about the Colorado and the canyon that contains it that avoids the conventional morality tale of environment good, technology bad; the astonishing feat of engineering, unseen since the Great Pyramids that holds back Lake Powell; the punishment of untrailed nature; and the mythology of science, man as an island, and the wilderness as something we both crave and fear. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link for Kevin Fedarko's book: https://amzn.to/4g2cPVV (00:00) Go! (00:06:42) The Process of Writing and Sharing (00:14:15) Parallels in Creative Industries (00:18:51) Interplay of Wilderness and Modernity (00:23:03) Natural vs. Industrial Forces (00:30:21) The 1983 Spillway Crisis (00:35:22) Contradictions of Nature and Technology (00:40:44) Stories Tell Themselves (00:47:00) How Humans Understand the World (00:50:12) Science and Storytelling Paradox (01:01:03) Challenges of Long-held Beliefs (01:09:57) River Dynamics and Geology (01:13:58) The Great Unconformity (01:19:11) Hiking the Grand Canyon (01:24:22) Trail Challenges (01:33:42) Navigating the Desert (01:40:05) No Trail is Walked Alone (01:42:07) Nature and Solitude (01:48:37) Deep Immersion #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: 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. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671