Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

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Is space-based solar power realistic? May 18, 2021

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Daniel and guest host Kelly Weinersmith talk about getting solar power FROM SPACE!

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Does Mars Have a Liquid Center? May 13, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge crack open the red planet and talk about whether it is totally solid, or whether it still has liquid flowing inside!

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What's the most promising theory of EVERYTHING? May 11, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge talk about string theory, loop quantum gravity, M-theory, p-branes, geometric unity and ice cream!

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What's the most powerful volcano in the Solar System? May 06, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge break down how volcanos work and blow up your idea of what makes a powerful volcano blow.

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Can the Universe exist without space? May 04, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge break down the Universe to its most basic level and ask if space is necessary

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The Science Fiction Universe of SB Divya Apr 29, 2021

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Daniel interviews SB Divya about her new novel "Machinehood" which explores whether machines can be self-aware.

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Can brains spontaneously form in space? Apr 27, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge talk about the chance that you could be a brain floating in space.

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Listener Questions: Black Holes, Dark Entropy and a Radio Free Zone! Apr 22, 2021

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Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners like you! Got questions? Come to Daniel's public office hours: https://sites.uci.edu/daniel/public-office-hours/

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