Best Curt Jaimungal Podcasts (2024)

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Will We Ever Find a Theory of Everything? Brian Keating & Curt Jaimungal 1:03:16

2h ago1:03:16

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Will we ever find the theory of everything? What’s the real difference between artificial intelligence and artificial wisdom? And do experimental physicists really need a deeper understanding of theory than the theorists themselves? I had the incredible pleasure of diving into these profound questions with Curt Jaimungal, host of the popular podcas…

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The New Model That Explains (Nearly) Everything | Latham Boyle 2:18:33

1d ago2:18:33

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Welcome to Theories of Everything's "Rethinking the Foundations of the Physics: What is Unification?" series featuring Latham Boyle. Latham Boyle is a theoretical physicist known for his work on cosmology, quantum gravity, and the early universe, particularly in the context of exploring new models of the Big Bang and time symmetry. SPONSOR: As a li…

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How Did Tardigrades End Up on the Moon? w/ Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe 36:27

2h ago36:27

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What are tardigrades, and how did they end up on the moon? I had the pleasure of exploring the evolution, resilience, and potential use cases of these microscopic creatures that can survive in extreme environments with Daniel Whiteson and Jorge Cham from Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe. Enjoy! — Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro 01:52 Are tardigrade…

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Why I Worry Every Time Someone Says to “Follow the Science” w/ Georgia Howe 17:09

3h ago17:09

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I’m a scientist. But every time someone says to “follow the science,” I worry. Why? Find out in my conversation with Georgia Howe from The Daily Wire. The Daily Wire is a news website and media company founded in 2015 by political commentator Ben Shapiro and film director Jeremy Boreing. Enjoy! Key Takeaways: 00:00 Intro 01:08 Knowledge vs. wisdom …

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Are We Living in a Simulation? Nick Bostrom (2022) 1:03:50

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What if everything you know is just a simulation? In 2022, I was joined by the one and only Nick Bostrom to discuss the simulation hypothesis and the prospects of superintelligence. Nick is a Professor at Oxford University, where he heads the Future of Humanity Institute as its founding director. He is the most-cited professional philosopher in the…

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What Do Our Genes Reveal About Our Past? w/ Richard Dawkins 59:37

19m ago59:37

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What do our genes reveal about our past? Richard Dawkins, one of the world’s most influential and thought-provoking scientists, explored the most profound principles of evolutionary history in his new book, The Genetic Book of the Dead. Dawkins is a renowned evolutionary biologist, zoologist, and author. He is also a prominent figure in New Atheism…

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The Massively Misleading Michelson–Morley Experiment | Harry Collins 1:01:36

2h ago1:01:36

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This is Episode 3 of Theories of Everything's "Rethinking the Foundations of the Academy: How to improve scientific inquiry?" series featuring Harry Collins. Harry Collins is a pioneering sociologist of science known for his work on the sociology of scientific knowledge, particularly his studies on the nature of expertise, scientific discovery, and…

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August 2024 Q&A 37:43

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Samuel Andreye answers viewer’s questions. Recorded July 27, 2024. == PRIVATE LESSONS IN COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS Contact me via samuel.andreyev (at) gmail (dot) com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Patreon Donorbox SAMUEL ANDREYEV’S NEW ALBUM https://divineartrecords.com/recording/samuel-andreyev-in-glow-of-like-seclusion/ LINKS YouTube channel Official Websi…

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Brian Keating Discusses Cosmic Origins and Simulation Hypothesis With George Noory 49:18

5d ago49:18

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I was recently invited on Coast to Coast AM to discuss topics ranging from cosmic origins and the simulation hypothesis to religion and the Nobel Prize. Enjoy! Coast to Coast AM is a late-night radio talk show covering various topics. Most often, the topics relate to paranormal phenomena or conspiracy theories. It was hosted by its creator, Art Bel…

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Physics Biggest Quantum Heretic | Jonathan Oppenheim 1:09:16

2d ago1:09:16

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Welcome to Theories of Everything's "Rethinking the Foundations of the Physics: What is Unification?" series featuring Jonathan Oppenheim. Jonathan Oppenheim is a renowned theoretical physicist and professor at University College London (UCL), known for his groundbreaking research in quantum information theory, quantum gravity, and the relationship…

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Is Earth Unique? Mario Livio and Jack Szostak on the Odds of Alien Life [Ep. 457] 1:01:38

3d ago1:01:38

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Does life exist beyond Earth, or is our planet genuinely unique? Can we recreate the origins of life in a lab? And what role does Mars play in the quest for cosmic life? I had the extraordinary honor of discussing this with two outstanding scientists, Mario Livio and Jack Szostak. Mario and Jack just released their new book, Is Earth Exceptional?, …

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Humanity’s Next Evolutionary Jump is Happening Now | Raphaël Liogier 1:43:38

7d ago1:43:38

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This is Episode 2 of Theories of Everything's "Rethinking the Foundations of the Academy: How to improve scientific inquiry?" series featuring Raphaël Liogier. Raphaël Liogier of the Institute for Advanced Studies is a distinguished sociologist and philosopher, specializing in the study of beliefs, secularization, and the relationship between spiri…

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Fall Asleep to UFO Stories 10 Hours ★︎ The Phenomenon History & Lore Sleep Playlist 11:10:28

7d ago11:10:28

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Fall Asleep to UFO Stories 10 Hours ★︎ UFO History & Lore Sleep Playlist ★︎ IMPORTANT LINKS: - Patreon: https://patreon.com/curtjaimungal (early access to ad-free audio episodes!) - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gL14b92xAErofYQA7bU4e - Become a YouTube Member Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWIQh9DGG6uhJk8eyIFl1w/join - …

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Pentagon's UFO Investigator Breaks 2 Year Silence | Lue Elizondo 1:47:43

10d ago1:47:43

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As a listener of TOE, you can now enjoy full digital access to The Economist and all it has to offer. Get a 20% off discount by visiting: https://www.economist.com/toe Lue Elizondo is a former U.S. intelligence officer who led the Pentagon's Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), which investigated unidentified aerial phenomena (…

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Peter Woit: A New Path to Unification (The Forgotten Geometry) 1:31:29

11d ago1:31:29

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Peter Woit is a theoretical physicist and mathematician, currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at Columbia University. Peter is known for his work in quantum field theory and representation theory, particularly for contributions to the understanding of gauge theories. In addition to his academic work, Woit is the author of "N…

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Sara Walker: How the Origin of Life Could Guide Our Search for Aliens [Ep. 456] 1:29:57

16d ago1:29:57

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What is the connection between the origin of life on Earth and the search for extraterrestrial life? Could a revolutionary new theory guide us in our search for aliens? And is consciousness an inevitable outcome of life’s complexity, or is it something more mysterious? I had the pleasure of discussing these fascinating issues with the incredible as…

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The Deepest Theories of Consciousness | The Consciousness Iceberg [Layer 3] 34:35

14d ago34:35

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As a listener of TOE, you can now enjoy full digital access to The Economist and all it has to offer. Get a 20% off discount by visiting: https://www.economist.com/toe Today, we dive deeper into the theories of consciousness in Layer 3 of The Consciousness Iceberg, exploring Heidegger's concept of Dasein, the Attention Schema Theory, EM Field Topol…

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Do We Need New Laws of Physics to Explain the Origins of Life? Brian Keating & Lee Cronin 2:39:48

15d ago2:39:48

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Do we need new laws of physics to explain the origins of life? I had an amazing discussion about this with the one and only Lee Cronin on Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal. We talked about life, consciousness, physics, chemistry, assembly theory, the Drake equation, and more! Lee Cronin is a chemist and the Regius Chair of Chemistry in the…

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Ep. 37: James Madden [Pt. 5]: The Death Drive & Disclosure 47:48

15d ago47:48

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In this episode of the UFO Rabbit Hole Podcast, host Kelly Chase returns from a hiatus with a brand new conversation with James Madden. The episode explores themes of psychoanalysis, epistemic vulnerability, and the psychological motivations behind belief systems in ufology. Together, Kelly and Jim ponder the deeper implications of mind control, tr…

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Confessions of an Alien Hunter with Seth Shostak (2021) 47:28

20d ago47:28

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What is the current state of the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI)? Why do scientists often raise their eyebrows at UFO sightings? And what might the future of SETI look like with ongoing technological advancements? I had the privilege of diving into these fascinating topics with the professional alien hunter Seth Shostak! Seth Shosta…

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The Slow Death of Scientific Innovation | Gregory Chaitin 47:26

17d ago47:26

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Gregory Chaitin is a pioneering mathematician and computer scientist, renowned for founding algorithmic information theory. Gregory published his first groundbreaking paper at the age of 15 and has been a key figure at the Institute for Advanced Study, contributing extensively to the fields of metabiology and complexity theory. YouTube Link: https:…

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Donald Hoffman On Free Will, Positive Geometries of Consciousness & Spacetime [Ep. 455] 1:16:15

21d ago1:16:15

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Will physics ever be able to explain consciousness? What if our entire understanding of reality is just an illusion shaped by evolution? Could the universe be a sophisticated virtual reality created by our own minds for our own good? And does free will exist after all? Joining me today to explore these profound questions is none other than Donald H…

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Proving Gravity Is Not Quantum | Ivette Fuentes 1:45:58

22d ago1:45:58

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Ivette Fuentes is a leading theoretical physicist specializing in quantum information and quantum gravity, holding a PhD from Imperial College London. Ivette is currently collaborating with Sir Roger Penrose on groundbreaking research exploring the intersection of quantum mechanics and general relativity, particularly focusing on the role of quantu…

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What Does It Mean to Live a Fulfilling Life? The Candy Ken Show 1:33:01

26d ago1:33:01

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What does it mean to live a fulfilling life? Why should we commit to one person? Why are we as a society so obsessed with wealth? And why do I consider being a parent the most important role in my life? I had the pleasure of chatting about these profound topics with Candy Ken on his show. Enjoy! Candy Ken is an Austrian rapper, model, and social me…

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How I Lost the Nobel Prize and What I Learned from the Experience w/ Jordan Harbinger 49:25

22d ago49:25

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What’s it like to almost win and then lose the Nobel Prize? In 2014, using the BICEP2 telescope, we believed we had caught a glimpse of the spark that ignited the universe. Millions watched our announcement live from Harvard, sparking rumors of a Nobel Prize. But were we truly seeing the cosmic prologue, or were we deceived by a galactic mirage? I …

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Ep. 263 - Untangling Critical Race Theory w/Dr. Ed Uszynski 1:03:29

23d ago1:03:29

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In episode 263 of the Parker's Pensées Podcast, I'm joined once again by Dr. Ed Uszynski to talk about Critical Race Theory. In this episodes we discuss Ed's new book, Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters. Grab the book here to support my podcast:https://amzn.to/4c6Hy1p→Sponsors/Discounts Check out https:…

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Giving the Devil His Due: In Defense of Free Speech w/ Michael Shermer 1:52:59

24d ago1:52:59

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If we can censor one person, we can censor everyone. Our freedom is strongly linked to other people's freedom ... Even those with whom we disagree. This idea has been explored in great detail by Dr Michael Shermer in his book Giving the Devil His Due. I had the pleasure of reading the book and discussing it with Michael in the early days of the pan…

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