Into the Impossible With Brian Keating
A podcast about how we understand the world, scientifically and as humans. Each conversation brings together visionaries from the worlds of arts, sciences, humanities, and technology discussing the nature of reality and how we collaborate to create the future. Hosted by Dr Brian Keating, Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Physics at UC San Diego. For show notes go to: https://briankeating.com/podcast
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April 28, 2024 • 64 mins
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The multiverse has captured the imagination of scientists and thinkers for centuries, sparking debates in physics, philosophy, and beyond.
But is it a valid scientific theory or just science fiction?
I’ve had the pleasure of exploring this issue with the leading expert in this field, physicist...
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April 21, 2024 • 87 mins
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Welcome everyone to a fascinating deep dive with the late Daniel Dennett!
In our interview, we tackled fascinating problems like free will, human consciousness, ethics, and the philosophy of science. He also explained why he’s sounding the alarm on AI!
Shortly after our interview, Daniel sadly ...
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April 14, 2024 • 52 mins
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Today on Into the Impossible, we’re exploring the fascinating realm of time with none other than the timekeeper himself – Chad Orzel.
Chad is a professor of physics and science communicator renowned for his popular science books, How to Teach Quantum Physics to Your Dog, Breakfast with Einstein...
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April 8, 2024 • 11 mins
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On April 8th, 2024, the USA will be treated to a rare celestial phenomenon—a total solar eclipse. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow that temporarily darkens parts of the Earth. Astronomers and enthusiasts eagerly await the chance to witn...
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April 7, 2024 • 41 mins
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Today on Into the Impossible, we're joined by the renowned cosmic journalist Rebecca Boyle.
As a lifelong lunar enthusiast, Rebecca has extensively studied how the Moon has shaped human history and life on Earth. Rebecca's new book, aptly titled ‘Our Moon,’ explores the mysteries of the Moon, f...
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March 31, 2024 • 51 mins
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When the JWST captured the first images of the earliest galaxies in our universe, scientists were shocked.
The galaxies appeared to be way too bright, way too big, and way too mature to have formed so soon after the Big Bang. This discovery has, rightfully so, sparked a massive debate among ast...
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March 24, 2024 • 68 mins
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“What is it about Artificial Intelligence driving tech giants like Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen, Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and Sam Altman? Why are they racing to develop and own these thinking machines while unsure of the harm they could cause us? Can we trust nation-states and NGOs to use their...
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March 17, 2024 • 201 mins
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Today’s guest needs no introduction…
Meet Sam Harris. Neuroscientist, philosopher, New York Times best-selling author, host of Making Sense, creator of Waking Up, and one of the most thought-provoking intellectuals of our time. Known as one of the "Four Horsemen" of New Atheism, along with Richa...
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March 10, 2024 • 64 mins
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Today, we’re joined by a real hero of mine and mentor to millions around the world – dr. Robert Kirshner!
Robert is an astronomer of great renown. He is the Clowes Research Professor of Science at Harvard University and executive director of the Thirty Meter Telescope. This remarkable internati...
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March 5, 2024 • 117 mins
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What if I told you that you could be more productive… by doing less?
Sounds crazy, but as per today’s extraordinary guest, it’s true! Meet Cal Newport, associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author of Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and other books that o...
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March 4, 2024 • 12 mins
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Katherine Brodsky recently hosted an interview with the one and only Elon Musk. I had the privilege of joining them and used my opportunity to confront Elon about Starlink, AI, and his plan to colonize Mars! Enjoy.
Key Takeaways:
00:00:00 Intro
00:04:44 Starlink and Cosmic Microwave Backgroun...
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February 25, 2024 • 101 mins
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What do you get when you combine the minds of a Nobel Prize-winning theoretical physicist and an outstanding artist?
The Warped Side of Our Universe by Kip Thorne and Lia Halloran! A remarkable book that explores Thorne's astrophysical discoveries through poetic verse and otherworldly paintings.
Today, Kip and Lia will guide us through the ...
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February 23, 2024 • 19 mins
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There are few concepts in physics as frequently discussed but as poorly understood as dark matter. After all, we don’t even know what it’s made of!
However, there are many potential candidates, and I had the pleasure of explaining them in my interview with Arvin Ash. We also talked about the fascinatin...
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February 18, 2024 • 75 mins
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Whether or not there is free will has tortured scientists from many fields since philosophers in ancient Greece started wondering about it.
But for one scientist, there’s no question about it…
Meet neuroendocrinology researcher, bestselling author, and Stanford University professor – Robert Sapolsky! Sapolsky’s journey has led him from studyi...
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February 13, 2024 • 47 mins
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Should we believe in science? Is there any room to scrutinize the scientific method? And does Eric Lerner have a point?
Recently, my dear colleagues, Dr. Anastasia Bendebury and Dr. Michael Shilo DeLay joined me at UCSD to discuss how scientists come to conclusions about the world, the role of belief in science, and what we can learn from mode...
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February 9, 2024 • 107 mins
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There is a lot of talk about how to make money with Bitcoin…
But how does it actually work? What are the physics behind it? And can Bitcoin replace the US dollar?
Here today to answer all of these questions and more is Michael Saylor. Michael J. Saylor is an American entrepreneur and business executiv...
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February 6, 2024 • 44 mins
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What can science learn from poetry? Can you teach someone to become a scientist? And what’s the biggest source of hype in science right now?
In 2022, I had the pleasure of discussing these topics with the amazing Jim Al-Khalili. Jim is a theoretical physicist at the University of Surrey, where he holds ...
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February 2, 2024 • 50 mins
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If there's one key factor securing America's economic prosperity and military superiority, it's not oil; it's chips.
No, not the chips we all love to snack on during movies, but highly efficient computer chips. Chips that power pretty much everything from our military machinery to our iPhones.
The United States held the top spot in crafting t...
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January 29, 2024 • 70 mins
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I can’t believe it. We’ve reached 200K subscribers!
Thank you so much for joining me on this exciting journey. It is an immense pleasure to engage with all of you and to share my passion every day.
In this celebratory episode, I'll answer all your questions from the comment section, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, you name it. So, buckle up! ...
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January 24, 2024 • 102 mins
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Will AI destroy humanity? Can we bring the dead back to life? And is there any convincing evidence for intelligent design?
Joining me today to explore these fascinating topics is none other than Mo Gawdat! Mo is the founder of the non-profit organization One Billion Happy and host of the #1 mental health podcast Slo Mo. He is the author of th...
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