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Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman
Why This Universe?
The biggest ideas in physics, broken down. Join theoretical physicist Dan Hooper and co-host Shalma Wegsman as they answer your questions about dark matter, black holes, quantum mechanics, and more. Part of The University of Chicago Podcast Network.
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4.7 stars from 489 ratings
Fascinating
The universe we live in explained as best we know with no blather. So refreshing compared to silly style so prevalent.
ccshatz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/09/24
4-1-24 episode
love it a lot. i had to skip to the end of the aprils folds video because i was like “this has to be fake this has to be fake this has to be fake” you gave me a big scare 😂♥️
Bangs Boy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/06/24
Took 10 mins though !
StuAtum via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/04/24
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We explore the diverse world of stars in the universe, from those similar to our Sun to those totally unrecognizable. For ad free episodes and other exclusives, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverse Our merch is available here:...
Published 07/02/24
Today's episode is all about the star in our front yard - the sun. Learn how it came to be, how it has changed, and how will it change in the future. For ad free episodes and other exclusives, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverse Our merch is available...
Published 06/17/24
Published 06/17/24
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