Episode Sixteen – Optical Illusions, Proof of the Validity of the Senses
Today we are going to discuss the validity of the senses and how optical illusions prove that the senses are valid.
Today we are going to discuss the validity of the senses and how optical illusions prove that the senses are valid.
Today we are going to answer some Quora questions on the topic of mathematics.
Today we start our review of the book “Life 3.0” by Max Tegmark. This book claims that greater than human level intelligence is inevitable and then discusses what can be done to keep it safe. Part One introduces the book and discusses the prelude and the first chapter.
Today we answer some Quora questions about physics. We cover string theory, particle-wave duality, thought experiments and more!
Today we go over the achievements of Isaac Newton, focusing on his many hugely important contributions to science.
Today we interview James Valliant, author of the book “Creating Christ: How Roman Emperors Invented Christianity”.
Today we interview the Spanish physicist Juanma on physics, the role of philosophy in physics and what can be done to improve the state of modern physics.
Today we go over some Quora questions on the universe and Creationism and answer a question from one of our listeners.
A discussion of the philosophy of Niels Bohr and some of its influences, such as pragmatism. We will explore these by looking at some Bohr quotes.
Today we discuss some most and least favorite historical figures, discuss the history and future of the show and Ashna discusses her academic background.