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Unofficial Explanation of Gauge Theory
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1:21:34 - 1:28:16 (06:41)

Eric provides an unofficial but understandable explanation of gauge theory, a theory of differentiation where you calculate the rise over run from a custom reference level.

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The language of physics must be learned in order to understand advanced topics like gauge theory, but most people are not familiar with the terms necessary to comprehend the subject matter.
1:21:34 - 1:23:29 (01:55)
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Physics
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The language of physics must be learned in order to understand advanced topics like gauge theory, but most people are not familiar with the terms necessary to comprehend the subject matter. Choosing to study gauge theory is like performing an obscure piece of sheet music that the experts can no longer afford to perform with orchestras.

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Unofficial Explanation of Gauge Theory
Episode
#88 – Eric Weinstein: Geometric Unity and the Call for New Ideas, Leaders & Institutions
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Lex Fridman Podcast
Theoretical physicist Ed Witten discusses the common misconceptions about physics theories like the Theory of Everything and Gauge Theory, and says that people should first understand the current theories before asking about new problems these theories solve.
1:23:29 - 1:26:03 (02:33)
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Physics
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Theoretical physicist Ed Witten discusses the common misconceptions about physics theories like the Theory of Everything and Gauge Theory, and says that people should first understand the current theories before asking about new problems these theories solve.

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Unofficial Explanation of Gauge Theory
Episode
#88 – Eric Weinstein: Geometric Unity and the Call for New Ideas, Leaders & Institutions
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Engaged theory is a method of differentiation that measures the slope of a line by calculating the rise over run from a custom endogenous reference level, as opposed to a flat horizontal reference level commonly used in traditional differentiation.
1:26:03 - 1:28:16 (02:12)
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Engaged theory
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Engaged theory is a method of differentiation that measures the slope of a line by calculating the rise over run from a custom endogenous reference level, as opposed to a flat horizontal reference level commonly used in traditional differentiation.

Chapter
Unofficial Explanation of Gauge Theory
Episode
#88 – Eric Weinstein: Geometric Unity and the Call for New Ideas, Leaders & Institutions
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast