Dec 22

97 - The Schrödinger Equation: The Heart of Quantum Mechanics

Quantum mechanics is full of surprises. But somehow, the theory is captured almost entirely in a single equation. Today we explore the Schrödinger equation: how it works, what it says about nature, and why it revolutionized physics.For ad-free episodes and exclusive ask-us-anythi ... Show More

29m 52s

Nov 24

96 - The Making of Particle Fever (Ft. David Kaplan)

In the years leading up to the Large Hadron Collider turning on, the physics community was buzzing with curiosity and excitement about what they were about to discover. These moments were captured in the documentary Particle Fever, created by the particle physicist David Kapla ... Show More

53m 24s

Oct 13

38 - The Nobel Prize's Greatest Misses (2025 Update)

In honor of Nobel prize season, we remember some people whose important work in the past has been overlooked by the Nobel committee. For ad-free episodes and exclusive ask-us-anything segments, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisunivers ... Show More

34m 29s

May 2024

Sean Carroll Explains Quantum Field Theory

Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound theories, explaining every step in a uniquely accessible ... Show More

1h 15m

Apr 2025

What Is the True Promise of Quantum Computing?

Quantum computing promises unprecedented speed, but in practice, it’s proven remarkably difficult to find important questions that quantum machines can solve faster than classical ones. One of the most notable demonstrations of this came from <a href="https://ewintang.com/">Ew ... Show More

38m 47s

Aug 2025

Overlooked pioneers from quantum history

In the folklore of physics, the origins of quantum mechanics are often told as the story of a handful of brilliant young men, trading ideas in lecture halls and cafes. The German term Knabenphysik – “boys’ physics” – helped cement that image, and its gender bias went largely unch ... Show More

51m 32s

May 2024

Episode 5: How Do We Know Anything?

On this show, we’ve been talking about uncertainty from a variety of different angles. We’ve heard how uncertainty can be a spark for creativity and scientific discovery. We’ve discussed how uncertainty can go unseen and make science really difficult. And we’ve explored some of t ... Show More

33m 26s

Jan 2024

Are Parallel Universes and Extra Dimensions Real?

Our books, our movies—our imaginations—are obsessed with extra dimensions, alternate timelines, and the sense that all we see might not be all there is. In short, we can't stop thinking about the multiverse. As it turns out, physicists are similarly captivated. In T ... Show More

1h 15m

Aug 2024

You will QUANTUM LEAP and Manifest Your Dream Life

In today’s video, we’re diving deep into the reality of quantum leaping—what it really is, how it actually works, and how you can achieve it for yourself! ---------- 👉🏽 LIVE EVENTS: ✨ LIVE WORKSHOPS: https://www.thisismariya.com/healing-circle ✨ RECORDED WORKSHOPS: https: ... Show More

52m 50s

May 2022

How We Found the Universe (Science and Faith)

<img width="150" height="150" src="https://sqpn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/MYS206-post-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" />How did humanity come to know the world around us, the structure of our pl ... Show More

1h 29m

Oct 13

The Life Scientific: Brian Schmidt

Have you ever pondered the fact that the universe is expanding? And not only that, it's expanding at an increasing speed - meaning everything around us is getting further and further away? If that isolating thought makes you feel slightly panicked, don't worry: this programme als ... Show More

26m 27s

Oct 2014

Brian Cox

Professor Brian Cox of Manchester University describes how he gave up appearing on Top of the Pops to study quarks, quasars and quantum mechanics. Although he describes himself as a simple-minded Northern bloke, he has acquired an almost God-like status on our TV screens, while t ... Show More

26m 59s

95 - Would Aliens Have the Same Physics?...