The possibility of using science to understand God is explored with a reflection on the limitations of science and the importance of the humanities.
This podcast discusses how the resin in silly string is what allows for the fun foam effect when sprayed and how there is a specific recipe to make it enjoyable for kids.
The experience of having fun is a flow state, where we simply exist in the present. It's easy to recognize when someone is having fun because they look illuminated from within.
Dr. Nolan Williams discusses the success of his science podcast and how it allows him to showcase the amazing work on psychedelics and transcranial magnetic stimulation that he and others are doing to cure depression.
The podcast discusses the origins of the universe, the nature of time and how we perceive it, and the importance of asking good questions.
Scientists have been searching for evidence of supersymmetry and rare interactions of hypothetical dark matter particles with normal matter for decades with little success due to the challenges in funding and collecting enough data.
The human sense of smell can impact our brain activity and behavior in various ways, from triggering alertness to assessing brain function, and can even be influenced by our genes.
The conversation explores the vast potential of scientific research in solving human-related problems, such as the quest to achieve immortality and extend human lifespan, brain-computer interfaces, and optimizing human performance. Elon Musk's impact on research and ambition in the scientific community is also discussed.
The development of base editing, which allows for the eradication of blood base cancer, is the most important scientific discovery in the past decade and has the potential to be used in the treatment of solid state tumor cancers. Additionally, the author argues that the ideologies of Thatcherism and Reaganism are not applicable in modern-day politics.
Getting stuck in the scientific process is an important indicator that a paradigmatic shift in thinking about the problem is needed. The experience of being stuck provides the opportunity to analyze and reassess one's approach, leading to potential breakthroughs.
The origins of the world and of humans have been studied by many scientists, leading to a better understanding of the cosmos and the appearance of mankind, all pointing to the goodness of the creator who gave humans the ability to ask and seek the answers to these profound questions.
David Sinclair discusses the development of viruses and chemicals that can reverse aging by spreading age reversal evenly throughout the body and the challenges in getting something proven in science.
Dr. Dacher Keltner talks about the new knowledge of meditation, compassion, and stress and how it can benefit us in our daily life.
The communication among scientists has always been essential for the progress of science, and even during the Cold War, Russian scientists were communicating with the rest of the world. The character played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in the movie "Rampage" is portrayed as a charming and humorous person, making it difficult to believe that he is not a people person.
The use of scientific terms and references can be a powerful tool in presenting information as factual and unarguable, but it can also be misused and lead to false conclusions.
The speaker discusses the idea of donating one's body for experimental science and how some individuals might be willing to try it out if given the opportunity.
The speaker muses on the idea of using a series of mirrors set up in space to look back in time, but acknowledges the limitations of distance and light years.
Dave Asprey discusses his work in anti-aging and the science behind slowing the aging process, as well as tips for looking and feeling better as we age. He also mentions his upcoming books on the subject.
This podcast discusses the formation of solar systems, galaxies and the origin of DNA. The speaker explores related topics such as collisions and the possibility of new life in freshly formed solar systems.
The theory of different dimensions may offer an explanation for unexplained events such as the Mandela effect, where people remember things differently from how they are in reality. If proven, this theory could also account for missing objects, such as the search for a plane that disappeared without a trace.
The possibility of creating a lightsaber from a cloud of super cold rubidium gas is currently being tested by science, while the most practical approach for a real lightsaber would be a magnetic field shaping a superheated tube of gas.
Matthew Walker, author of "Why We Sleep", shares his research on the importance of sleep for the human body and mind, debunking myths about sleep and highlighting the dire consequences of sleep deprivation.
The existence of unexplained phenomena is a subject that is often derided. While science certainly has its limits, it's difficult to find facts and concrete answers to explain these occurrences.
A quick mention of the round earth theory during a conversation about skydiving and Patreon.
This podcast discusses the challenge of overcoming language and appearance barriers in the field of science, with a focus on the experiences of women and people with accents.
