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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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4.8 stars from 296 ratings
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“I love these guys, every episode is interesting and informative and engaging.”
Cimsoc via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/19/23
Great physics content!
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“Alien spirals in the sky? Lizard people running the government? Maybe! An easy listening physics podcast by two professional in the field? Definitely!”
zormble via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/13/23
I love this podcast
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“This podcast has taught me a lot about the universe. I am very tuned in to every single episode. ☺️”
DrezzyZ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/23
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