A podcast about how we understand the world, scientifically and as humans. Each conversation brings together visionaries from the worlds of arts, sciences, humanities, and technology discussing the nature of reality and how we collaborate to create the future. Hosted by Dr Brian Keating, Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Physics at UC San Diego. For show notes go to: https://briankeating.com/podcast
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How Strange Anomalies Lead to World-Changing Discoveries with Harry Cliff
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50:05Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 If we look back at the history of physics, many of the biggest discoveries were triggered by strange anomalies that sparked curiosity in the minds of great scientists. But how do anomalies drive scientific discovery? What are some anomalies that are currently resh…
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How Marie Curie’s Genius Shaped the Future of Science with Dava Sobel
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1:01:14Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 How did Marie Curie go from being rejected by the French Academy to winning two Nobel Prizes? In this episode of Into The Impossible, Dava Sobel, author of “The Elements of Marie Curie,” takes us on a journey through Curie’s life, from having an angry mob outside …
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JWST: The Telescope That Changed How We See the Universe with Richard Panek [Ep. 477]
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53:36Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has been making headlines since its announcement. But what makes the telescope so special? How do astronomers create the captivating images we see online? And is the $10 billion gamble actually paying off? Here today to invite…
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300K SUBSCRIBERS SPECIAL: Your Questions Answered + BIG Announcement [Ep. 476]
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58:57Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Five years ago, I started this podcast from scratch. My idea was simple: create a platform to interview the world’s most brilliant scientists and make their genius known to as many people as possible. Since then, I’ve released nearly 500 episodes, interviewed some…
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Can you be a "real" scientist and believe in God? Brian Keating & Michael Dennin Debate
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47:28Can a "real" scientist believe in God? Physics professors Brian Keating and Michael Dennin engage in a fascinating discussion about the existence of God, exploring the intersection of science and faith. From cosmic origins to the nature of miracles, these two accomplished scientists examine different perspectives on religion, including insights fro…
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How to train ChatGPT to serve you | AI Legend Terry Sejnowski [Ep. 475]
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59:54Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Can AI tools like ChatGPT actually "think," or is it just really good at mimicking human conversation? How much of what AI spits out is a reflection of our own ideas and intentions? And where's all this tech headed in the future? Today, I’m joined by Terry Sejnows…
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An Astronomer and a Philosopher Search for Truth in the Infinite | Jordan B. Peterson
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1:43:25Jordan Peterson sits down with experimental cosmologist Dr. Brian Keating. They discuss the importance of awe for the human spirit, the fundamental ethos behind all true science, the idea of the useless genius, and the necessity of sacrifice for improvement of the self and the broader community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…
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Alien Civilizations, Exomoons, and Cool, Habitable Worlds | David Kipping [Ep. 474]
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1:00:35Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Could life exist on moons orbiting distant planets? Are We Alone? What if the key to understanding life's origins lies in the moons of distant worlds? Exoplanetary scientist David Kipping is here to answer these big questions. He is a professor at Columbia Univers…
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Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun: The Path Toward Human-Level Intelligence in AI [Ep. 473]
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1:15:25Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 What are the current limitations of AI? What advancements do we need to achieve human-like intelligence? And how can we develop AI safely to align with our values? Here today to offer us an astounding look behind the scenes of AI development is Meta’s chief AI sci…
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Neil deGrasse Tyson Delivers a Harsh Reality Check on Elon Musk’s Mars Plan [Ep. 472]
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2:07:00Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Is Elon Musk’s plan to colonize Mars realistic? How does cosmic insignificance shape our understanding of humanity? And why do science and astrology clash so fundamentally? Here to dive deep into some of humanity's most profound questions is none other than Neil d…
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How Poetry Can Enhance Our Knowledge of Cosmology with Joseph Conlon [Ep. 471]
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44:03Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 How should we communicate big ideas? How do science and poetry differ in their communication of knowledge? And can poetry enhance our understanding of cosmology? Today, I’m joined by the renowned theoretical physicist and author of the thought-provoking book “Orig…
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How Kepler Found One Planet Every Day: Jason Steffen [Ep. 470]
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1:29:32Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey with Jason Steffen, author of Hidden in the Heavens and one of the brilliant minds behind the groundbreaking Kepler Mission. This live episode of The INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE Podcast promises to be an unmissable masterclass in exoplanet science, filled with awe-inspiring discoveries, behind-the-scenes stories, and…
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Max Tegmark: Will AI Surpass Human Intelligence? [Ep. 469]
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53:15Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Will AI ever surpass human intelligence, discover new laws of physics, and solve the greatest mysteries of our universe? This week on Into the Impossible, I explore the potential and dangers of artificial intelligence with none other than Max Tegmark! Max Tegmark …
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What is Time? Stephen Wolfram’s Groundbreaking New Theory [Ep. 468]
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1:34:35Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 What is time? Is it just a ticking clock, or is it something more profound? In this thought-provoking episode of Into the Impossible, Stephen Wolfram challenges everything we know about time, offering a revolutionary computational perspective that could forever ch…
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Kelsey Johnson: My Quest to Decode the Cosmos [Ep. 467]
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1:21:20Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Can science, philosophy, and religion work together to address humanity's biggest questions? What lessons can the cosmos teach us about our place in the universe and the future of humanity? And how do we bring back that sense of curiosity that seems to have faded …
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Is the Universe a Simulation? Andrew Pontzen [Ep. 466]
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1:15:57Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Simulations today are powerful tools for exploring the mysteries of our universe, but how close can they come to replicating reality? Can we recreate everything through simulations, or are there limits we can’t overcome? And how do today’s powerful simulations sha…
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Our Universe Is A Math Problem! Max Tegmark’s Brilliant Theory of Reality [Ep. 465]
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43:57Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Is reality fundamentally mathematical? Is our universe just one of many? And will we ever discover extraterrestrial life? This week on Into the Impossible, I sit down with renowned physicist and machine learning expert Max Tegmark to discuss some of the most funda…
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The mRNA Breakthrough That Changed Medicine Forever with Nobel Laureate Katalin Karikó [Ep. 464]
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1:06:09Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 What if the secret to saving millions of lives was hidden for years—overlooked, dismissed, and even rejected? That’s the story behind the groundbreaking mRNA technology used in COVID-19 vaccines. Today’s remarkable guest, Dr. Katalin Karikó—a Nobel laureate whose …
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Is Earth Truly One of a Kind? Exploring Exoplanets with Josh Winn [Ep. 463]
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1:01:19Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Is Earth truly one of a kind? This question has fascinated humans for decades, and with today's advanced technology, we're finally able to explore it scientifically. In this episode, renowned astrophysicist Josh Winn joins us to discuss the fascinating world of ex…
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What’s Holding Back Your View of the Stars? Common Eye Deficiencies Explained
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18:31Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered if your eyes were enough to capture all it has to offer? Spoiler alert: They’re not! While our eyes are absolutely amazing, they are also full of flaws. Nearsightedness, astigmatism, and even pesky floaters! Bu…
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Searching for a Theory of Everything with Max Tegmark, James Beacham & Stephon Alexander (2020)
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1:34:13What are the leading theories of everything, and are we any closer to discovering the one true theory of everything? In this 90-minute summit, some of the world’s top physicists—Max Tegmark, James Beacham, Stephon Alexander—go beyond the hype to explore the very heart of physics. Einstein began the monumental task of unifying quantum mechanics with…
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How Being Wrong in Science Can Lead to Great Breakthroughs w/ Rocky Kolb [Ep. 462]
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53:16Please join my mailing list here 👉 https://briankeating.com/list to win a meteorite 💥 How can embracing mistakes, challenging common assumptions, and daring to be wrong lead to groundbreaking discoveries in cosmology? Here to talk about why being wrong might actually be a good thing is the legendary astrophysicist Rocky Kolb. Rocky, a professor at …
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The Shocking Similarities Between Our Eyes and Telescopes
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31:41Have you ever wondered how your eyes compare to a telescope? The answer is more surprising than you might think! Today, we will look at the fascinating parallels between the human eye and one of the most powerful astronomical instruments - the telescope. From lenses and apertures to light detection and color vision, we will explore how these two sy…
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Uncovering the Lost Connection Between Science and Faith with Spencer Klavan
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1:54:39Can science and religion be reconciled to provide a deeper understanding of the universe? How do modern scientific discoveries, like quantum mechanics and cosmology, relate to ancient religious texts? And what role do consciousness and language play in bridging the gap between scientific knowledge and spiritual belief? Here today, to challenge conv…
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