Why This Universe?

By: Dan Hooper Shalma Wegsman
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  • 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.
    © 2024 Why This Universe?
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  • 89 - A Dark Matter Vibe Check

    89 - A Dark Matter Vibe Check
    Oct 14 2024
    Dan and Shalma have a candid conversation about the state of dark matter research, and the ways the field has changed over the last few years. For exclusive ask-us-anything episodes, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverse. Our merch is available here: https://www.shalmawegsman.com/why-this-universe
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    37 mins
  • 88 - Why Does Our Universe Exist At All? (Ft. Sean Carroll)

    88 - Why Does Our Universe Exist At All? (Ft. Sean Carroll)
    Sep 23 2024
    Why does something exist, rather than nothing? Special guest Sean Carroll helps us explore this deep philosophical question. For ad free episodes and other exclusives, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverse. Our merch is available here: https://www.shalmawegsman.com/why-this-universe
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    28 mins
  • 87 - The Good and the Bad of Peer Review

    87 - The Good and the Bad of Peer Review
    Sep 2 2024
    There has been some criticism of the process scientists use to check each other's work. Today we take a deep dive into peer review to determine how broken it really is. For ad free episodes and other exclusives, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverse. Our merch is available here: https://www.shalmawegsman.com/why-this-universe
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    40 mins

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insightful and a joy to listen to

i listen to this podcast when walking my dog and it blows my mind. amazing concepts broken down for non scientists! I cannot speak highly enough of this podcast. Dan speaks with such passion - wish they would take requests!

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