Ep. 14 - Understanding Quantum Physics | Dr. Simon Saunders
The Basic Concepts, Theories, and General Weirdness of Quantum Mechanics
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Show Notes
A great deal has been written about how "weird" quantum physics is. Many wild and radical ideas are drawn from the field. However, few people seem to understand the basic concepts.
Before we evaluate the different theories in quantum physics, we need to grasp the fundamentals - the theories, data, and philosophy surrounding quantum events.
I am joined by Dr. Simon Saunders of Oxford University, who is a professor of the philosophy of physics, and he lays out the basic ideas.
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