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Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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If the Universe is infinite, why is the night sky dark?

Daniel and Kelly wrestle with competing infinities to understand why the night sky is not catastrophically ablaze with light. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 202253 min

Listener Questions about discoveries

Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners about how discoveries are made, the most important recent discoveries and how to detect aliens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 202252 min

Could there be two dimensions of time?

Daniel and Jorge grapple with the possibility that time could flow in more than one direction, at the same time(s). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 202251 min

How long does a neutron live?

Daniel and Katie talk about how one of the basic building blocks of matter is surprisingly impermanent and mysterious. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 202258 min

Can a gravitational wave pass through a black hole?

Daniel and Jorge talk about what happens when one superstar of physics slams into another.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 202255 min

What is superdeterminism?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the lengths people will go to avoid accepting the randomness of quantum mechanics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 202250 min

Is the speed of light the same in all directions?

Daniel and Jorge break down the differences between the two-way and one-way speed of light.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 202250 min

Are black holes hot or not?

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether black holes have a temperature and if we can ever know! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 4, 202254 min

Listener Questions about aliens, black holes and white holes!

Daniel and Jorge answer questions from listeners like you! Send your questions to [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 202248 min

What is early dark energy?

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether the Universe got an extra boost of expansion early on, and if it's cartoonists' fault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 202257 min

What can slime molds teach us about dark matter?

Daniel and Katie talk about where the missing matter in the Universe might be, and how slime molds might help us find it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 202255 min

What did the first JWST images reveal?

Daniel and Jorge walk through the first images from our fancy new space telescope! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 202257 min

Why is momentum conserved?

Daniel and Jorge talk about why the Universe seems to follow rules, and celebrate the birthday of the woman who revealed the this deep truth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 202259 min

What is laser fusion?

Daniel and Jorge break down the science of using huge lasers to zap frozen pellets of hydrogen. Or ice cream. Or cartoonists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 202258 min

How do galaxies die?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the mysteries of why galaxies stop making stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 202248 min

What is a quark gluon plasma?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the hottest state of matter ever created, and make up silly names for it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 202256 min

How do fireworks work?

Daniel and Jorge blow your mind with the physics and chemistry of how fireworks sparkle and entertain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 5, 202251 min

What happens to event horizons when black holes collide?

Daniel and Jorge take you step by step through the process of black hole mergers . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1M-AbWIlVQ&t=47sSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 202257 min

Do photons bump into each other?

Daniel and Jorge bump brains and talk about whether beams of light interact or pass through each other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 202259 min

Listener Questions about Annihilation

Daniel and Jorge answer questions about anti-muons, Daniel's research, and dimensional weapons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 202258 min

What is Energy?

Daniel and Jorge tackle some of one of the simplest but trickiest concepts in physics.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21, 202256 min

Could aliens teach us science?

Daniel talks to Sam Kimpton-Nye about whether aliens do science the same way we do.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 202245 min

Can the Earth survive when the Sun expands?

Daniel and Kelly talk about how we use our smarts to survive the changing conditions in the far future solar system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 202254 min

What will the next generation of space telescopes reveal?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the plans for a new set of Great Observatories in space, and what it might show us about the Universe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 202257 min

Could the Universe be shaped like a donut?

Daniel and Jorge talk about how much dark chocolate can fit in Universes of various shapes and sizes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 7, 202259 min

Where is most of Earth's water?

Daniel and Katie drink deeply of the mystery of the Earth's formation and contents and talk about whether Earth's water might be hiding deep within the planet.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 2, 20221h 0m

What if gravity were much stronger?

Daniel and Jorge answer listener questions about gravity, the CMB and distant disappearing objects! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 31, 202255 min

Tech in the Great Outdoors

We often think of technology as stuff that keeps us sitting at home, wired to our phones or computers or game systems. But there's an entire world of technology designed to inspire you to get outside and go exploring. We look at how tech can play a part in getting back to nature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 202232 min

What does our black hole look like?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the recent picture of the black hole at the heart of the Milky Way See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 26, 202256 min

Is the whole Universe spinning?

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether the whole Universe can spin, and whether it is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 202255 min

What is a particle?

Daniel and Jorge grapple with this particularly tricky and philosophical question. Music credit:  https://theamberbugs.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 19, 202259 min

Can we defend the Earth from deadly space rocks?

Daniel and Kelly talk about where space rocks come from, how dangerous they are and what humanity can do about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17, 202257 min

What does the NICER telescope study?

Daniel and Jorge explain how an X-ray telescope works and what it reveals about the inside of neutron stars.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 12, 202251 min

Can we escape a black hole with a warp drive or wormhole?

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether loopholes and wormholes will let you escape black holes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 202250 min

Creature Feature: The Physics of Animal Color

An episode of Creature Feature where Daniel and Katie talk about the physics of how animals look so brilliant, and how some people can see in the UV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 7, 20221h 5m

Can the human eye see a single photon?

Daniel and Katie talk about the physics of color and whether the eyeball is a quantum measurement device. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 5, 20221h 12m

Introducing: Spyology Squad

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Hi, Daniel and Jorge fans! If the children in your life are as curious as you are, we have the perfect podcast for them. Spyology Squad is an adventurous and educational podcast for kids 6-12 who love science and solving problems. Check out the trailer to see if this show is what the little ones you love will enjoy! Show description: Packed with adventure every week! In Spyology Squad, you’ll follow Jayden, Ava, and Mr. Jim as they work to defeat Dr. Stinkybreath and his Purple Ninjas! Every week we’ll learn all about a new subject in science, have fun, and save the world together!  Listen and subscribe to Spyology Squad on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 20221 min

What came first matter or energy?

Daniel and Jorge answer listener questions about the solar system and the early Universe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 3, 202252 min

What can neutrinos teach us about supernovas?

Daniel and Jorge explore what we can learn about the Universe's biggest explosions using ghostly particles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 202257 min

Is the W boson too massive?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the recent measurement of the W mass that shocked particle physicists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 26, 202258 min

Is nuclear power worth the risks?

Daniel and Kelly talk about whether we need nuclear power to reduce carbon emissions, and whether it can be done safely.  https://www.smbc-comics.com/soonish/lostchapter/index.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 21, 20221h 7m

The science fiction universe of "Lost in Space"

Daniel and Jorge talk to Kari Drake, writer on "Lost in Space" about the science of that Universe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 19, 202252 min

What are zombie stars?

Daniel and Jorge talk about stars that die, and then come back to shine again!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 202249 min

What if the speed of light were slower?

Daniel and Jorge answer listener questions about ice ages, black holes and the speed of light. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 11, 202252 min

Is it dangerous to send messages to aliens?

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether attempts to communicate with extra terrestrial civilizations are worth the risk. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 20221h 15m

Are there particles that don't have anti-particles?

Daniel and Jorge discuss whether Majorana particles are real, and crack a real life mystery about the fate of Ettore Majorana. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 5, 202252 min

How big can a comet get?

Daniel and Katie talk about the biggest possible scoop of solar-system gelato, and what it might mean for the future of humanity! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 31, 202251 min

What could aliens teach us about the Universe?

Daniel talks to Noam Chomsky about how to communicate with aliens? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29, 202252 min

What will the new probes to Venus reveal?

Daniel and Jorge talk about the mysteries of Venus and what the next generation of probes might teach us. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 202245 min

Could we build a particle collider on the moon?

Daniel and Katie talk about what such a huge collider could reveal, and whether it would be a good idea. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 22, 202257 min