Episode
#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
1:07:51
Published: Mon May 09 2022
Description
Jim Al-Khalili is a Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Surrey, a broadcaster and an author. Trying to describe reality in theoretical frameworks is no small task for physicists. But it also turns out that the implications of some theories suggests that reality might be even more bizarre than it seems. The universe is a scary, confusing place to exist, if we exist at all. Expect to learn why you can't walk through brick walls, why a tiny imbalance in the matter and antimatter just after the big bang was very important, just how fine tuned for life our universe really is, where all the big discoveries in theoretical physics have gone, why faster-than-light neutrinos can't go faster than light, why you shouldn't value opinions over evidence and much more... Sponsors: Join the Modern Wisdom Community to connect with me & other listeners - https://modernwisdom.locals.com/ Get 15% discount on Upgraded Formulas Test Kit at https://upgradedformulas.com/ (use code: MW15) Get 15% discount on Craftd London’s jewellery at https://bit.ly/cdwisdom (use code MW15) Get 83% discount & 3 months free from Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/MODERNWISDOM (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Buy The Joy Of Science - https://amzn.to/383CbEr Follow Jim on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jimalkhalili Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
Physicist Jim Alkalili explains how theoretical physics is used to describe reality and the strange implications that suggest reality might be even more bizarre than it seems.
00:00 - 01:15 (01:15)
Summary
Physicist Jim Alkalili explains how theoretical physics is used to describe reality and the strange implications that suggest reality might be even more bizarre than it seems. From why matter and antimatter imbalances were important right after the big bang to the fine-tuned life in the universe, this podcast explores the implications of theoretical physics on our understanding of the universe.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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01:15 - 05:54 (04:38)
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Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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The presence of dark matter and energy exerts a strong gravitational force despite being invisible, which is crucial in holding galaxies together in the universe, and while scientists haven't found evidence for it yet, they are constantly working on new experiments to observe and understand its nature.
05:54 - 11:40 (05:45)
Summary
The presence of dark matter and energy exerts a strong gravitational force despite being invisible, which is crucial in holding galaxies together in the universe, and while scientists haven't found evidence for it yet, they are constantly working on new experiments to observe and understand its nature.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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Science communicator, Timandra Harkness discusses the challenge of distinguishing between those who have earned expertise in science and those who merely express opinions, as anti-science sentiment becomes increasingly loud.
11:40 - 17:27 (05:46)
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Science communicator, Timandra Harkness discusses the challenge of distinguishing between those who have earned expertise in science and those who merely express opinions, as anti-science sentiment becomes increasingly loud.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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Being aware of the weaknesses in your argument and acknowledging what you do not know can be a strength.
17:27 - 25:47 (08:20)
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Being aware of the weaknesses in your argument and acknowledging what you do not know can be a strength. However, in wider society, this is often seen as a weakness.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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In this podcast, the host talks about how confident scientists were that the speed of light in our universe could not be exceeded due to its fundamental relationship with space and time, as explained by Einstein.
25:47 - 31:56 (06:09)
Summary
In this podcast, the host talks about how confident scientists were that the speed of light in our universe could not be exceeded due to its fundamental relationship with space and time, as explained by Einstein.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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Physicists were optimistic about finding a unified theory in the past, but recent challenges have caused doubts about the effectiveness of certain theories.
31:56 - 41:29 (09:33)
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Physicists were optimistic about finding a unified theory in the past, but recent challenges have caused doubts about the effectiveness of certain theories. These challenges raise questions about blending the theories of the big and small scale together.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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Quantum computers, quantum cryptography, quantum teleportation, and quantum sensors all rely on the strange ideas of quantum mechanics, which allow two particles to be entangled, affecting each other's fate.
41:29 - 51:10 (09:40)
Summary
Quantum computers, quantum cryptography, quantum teleportation, and quantum sensors all rely on the strange ideas of quantum mechanics, which allow two particles to be entangled, affecting each other's fate. Quantum computers offer a better and more profound way to create quantum simulations and help us understand the behavior of the world at the atomic scale.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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The development of robotics and AI is rapidly advancing, making it more difficult to justify sending humans to explore Mars in the future.
51:10 - 59:28 (08:18)
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The development of robotics and AI is rapidly advancing, making it more difficult to justify sending humans to explore Mars in the future. However, we are taking a calculated risk that we will resolve issues on Earth and not design technology that could potentially harm all of humanity.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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The experts who know about a particular issue will inevitably find themselves somewhere in the middle ground.
59:28 - 1:06:37 (07:09)
Summary
The experts who know about a particular issue will inevitably find themselves somewhere in the middle ground. It's important to be closer to the tolerant person when it's an argument between a nasty person and a nice person, and to avoid conspiracy theories and extreme ideologies.
Episode#471 - Jim Al-Khalili - Physics Is Far Stranger Than You Think
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In this episode, Chris talks about even more weird space stuff and theoretical physics with Jim Al-Khalili.
1:06:37 - 1:07:47 (01:09)
Summary
In this episode, Chris talks about even more weird space stuff and theoretical physics with Jim Al-Khalili. They discuss wormholes, time travel, quantum mechanics, dark matter, and more.