Entertaining, funny and seriously informative
The host finds the sweet spot between too technical and the maddeningly superficial explanations on some other physics podcasts. The ongoing series of episodes on string theory are a great example. It has really given me a better idea of what string theory is supposed to be about, without falling into the “Gee-whiz”-ardry typical of popular explanations, or (thankfully) actually going into the math. I am also amused and entertained by his delivery. His style is reminiscent of another of my favorite podcasters, Dan Carlin of Hardcore History.
Fjderffhh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/07/20
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I actually have learned so much from this. Very accessible explanations of complex topics. Very articulate and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. A++
MagnumOpus11 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 10/13/17
Love this show. Paul is like the Professor you always wished you had in College. Highly technical subjects like black holes, time and space, and "Relativity" become fun and understandable to those of us who are not Physicists by trade or education! Best of all, there are no tests. Just...Read full review »
V Rocco via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/06/16
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