Why This Universe? - Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman

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**Why This Universe? – Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman**

The biggest ideas in physics, broken down. Join theoretical physicist Dan Hooper and co-host Shalma Wegsman as they answer your questions about dark matter, black holes, quantum mechanics, and more. Part of The University of Chicago Podcast Network.

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25 - Could Extra Dimensions Exist? Mar 15, 2021

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How many dimensions of space are there? Could there be extra dimensions that are hidden from view?

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24 - Breaking Down the Standard Model Mar 01, 2021

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Take a deep dive into (a contender) for the most successful theory of physics ever!

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23 - Does Physics Allow for Free Will? Feb 15, 2021

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Can free will exist in a universe described by the laws of physics?

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22 - The Particle That Might Do It All (Axions!) Feb 01, 2021

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Today we talk about the theoretical particle at the forefront of current research. Learn how axions might explain not one but *two* open problems in physics!

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21 - The Quantum Mechanics of Black Holes Jan 18, 2021

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Here's what happens when we introduce quantum mechanics to one of the weirdest objects in the universe. Hint - things get hairy.

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20 - Everything To Do About Black Holes Jan 04, 2021

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Today we talk about black holes - from their early history to their role in the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics.

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19 - Why Does Science Work? Dec 21, 2020

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Does science get us closer to understanding what the universe is actually like, or is it just a useful tool to build technology with? Today we get philosophical and talk through this deep question!

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18 - Could a Hyper-Advanced Civilization Resist Dark Energy? Nov 30, 2020

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If life in the universe survives into the far future, it will eventually come face to face with the accelerating expansion of the universe caused by dark energy. Could a hyper-advanced civilization find a way to fight it?

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The State of The Universe #81 - Dr. Daniel Whiteson - The Standard Model and Its Many Quirks! Nov 23, 2020

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Today our feed is getting taken over by Brendan Drachler to bring you an episode of his show, The State of the Universe!
Science moves at an impossibly fast pace. It will leave you wondering, what is the state of the universe? Wonder no more! Learn from researchers working at the cutting edge of scientific advancement about everything from the robot takeover to the big bang only on The State of The Universe podcast.
Listen to the State of the Universe everywhere where podcasts are available. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-state-of-the-universe/id1429808898

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17 - Why Haven't We Met Aliens? Nov 16, 2020

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Are there other intelligent civilizations out there, or are we alone here on Earth? And what have we done to try to find them?

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