Cosmology
Discover key takeaways from 15 podcast episodes about this topic.
Live Q&A with Brian Greene | World Science Festival
Brian Greene answers diverse questions on cosmology, quantum mechanics, and the future of science, from black holes and multiverse theories to the impact of AI on physics research.
Exploring Hidden Dimensions with Brian Greene
Theoretical physicist Brian Greene unpacks the universe's most mind-bending concepts, from the many-worlds multiverse to the fabric of spacetime woven by quantum entanglement, with Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Daniel Harlow on What Quantum Gravity Teaches Us About Quantum Mechanics | Mindscape 349
Quantum gravity's most profound puzzles, from black holes to the universe itself, are forcing physicists to fundamentally rethink the nature of quantum mechanics and the role of the observer.
Modern physics is forcing us to rethink existence | Michelle Thaller: Full Interview
NASA astronomer Michelle Thaller reveals how cutting-edge physics is dismantling our fundamental understanding of space, time, and reality, pushing us to embrace a universe far stranger than human perception allows.
How We’re Trying to Detect Dark Matter Particles, with Katherine Freese
Theoretical physicist Katherine Freese reveals cutting-edge methods for detecting dark matter, from billion-year-old rocks to 'dark stars' observed by the James Webb Telescope, and challenges prevailing theories on dark energy.
Are We Creating Objective Reality or Finding it? With Charles Liu | Cosmic Queries #107
This episode explores the philosophical and scientific implications of observation on reality, the nature of information and entropy, and the cutting-edge methods astronomers use to decipher the universe's most profound mysteries, from the Big Bang to distant galaxies.
Quantum entanglement and the illusion of time, in 79 minutes | Jim Al-Khalili: Full Interview
Physicist Jim Al-Khalili dissects the fundamental nature of time, from its subjective perception to its role in relativity and quantum mechanics, challenging our understanding of past, present, and future.
Ask Neil Anything, January 2026 | Free Patreon Exclusive
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle listener questions ranging from simulation theory glitches and black hole physics to the etymology of 'nice' and Star Trek's vision of a conflict-free future.
Mindscape Ask Me Anything, Sean Carroll | March 2026
Sean Carroll explores the multifaceted nature of information, the philosophical implications of quantum mechanics and cosmology, and the societal impacts of AI and technological disruption in this wide-ranging AMA.
Scientific Martyrs, Life Beyond Our Planet & More! | Cosmic Queries #106
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle diverse cosmic questions, from the physics of light and gravitational waves to the philosophical implications of extraterrestrial life and humanity's future on Earth.
Adam Elga on Being Rational in a Very Large Universe | Mindscape 345
This episode explores the profound challenges to rationality and Bayesian reasoning when confronted with extreme uncertainties, such as self-locating problems in vast cosmological models or the implications of Boltzmann brains.
The Problem With Uploading Your Consciousness | Cosmic Queries #105
Neil deGrasse Tyson and guests explore the universe's biggest mysteries, from the nature of dark energy and the reconciliation of quantum mechanics with general relativity to the philosophical implications of quantum consciousness and the dangers of scientific misinformation.
The Complex Universe, with Sean Carroll
Cosmologist Sean Carroll joins Neil deGrasse Tyson to unravel the universe's biggest mysteries, from the arrow of time and black holes to the reality of dark matter and the multiverse.
Alcubierre Drives, Antimatter Multiverses & More! | Cosmic Queries #103
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle listener questions ranging from the feasibility of reviving the sun with nukes to the physics of black holes, warp drives, and the multiverse.
The 12,000-Year Solar Cycle that Resets Earth's Civilizations | Stefan Burns
Geophysicist Stefan Burns reveals the profound, often overlooked connections between solar activity, Earth's magnetic field, ancient civilizations, and human consciousness, challenging conventional scientific narratives.
