Unknown Constant: Science & Mysteries

Unknown Constant: Science & Mysteries

A podcast about the mysteries, fascinating stories, and unexplained phenomena of science and the world. Drawing from rich and diverse sources of information, the channel connects different knowledge and perspectives, helping the audience gain a deeper and more comprehensive insight into the secrets of nature, science, the universe, humanity, and more.

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August 19, 2025 24 mins
Have you ever wondered what the absolute limit of human life is? While legends tell of people living for centuries, modern science points to a hard-coded expiration date: around 125 years. In this episode, we dive deep into the groundbreaking Hayflick Limit, the biological clock inside our cells that dictates why we age and die.

We'll explore the science of cellular aging, telomeres, and the research that changed our understanding o...
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Did you know that the man behind the alternating current you use every day—and even the concept of WiFi—died broke and alone?

In this episode, we uncover the extraordinary journey of Nikola Tesla, the brilliant inventor history almost forgot. We'll trace his path from a boy genius in Croatia to his fierce rivalry with Thomas Edison in the "War of Currents." We'll explore the world-changing inventions he pioneered, like the induction...
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Discover the true history of alchemy, a secret tradition that influenced Isaac Newton and inspired Carl Jung's psychology.
Explore the meaning of the Philosopher's Stone, the Magnum Opus, and the 7 Hermetic Principles in this complete guide.
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When you think of the theory of evolution, Charles Darwin is probably the first name that comes to mind. But did you know that the theory scientists use today is vastly different from his original proposal? It's called the "modern evolutionary synthesis," a framework built by many great minds decades after Darwin.In this podcast episode, we'll take you on a journey through history to explore the "evolution" of evolutionary theory i...
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    Have you ever wondered if the magic of Harry Potter could be real? The history of witchcraft is far more complex and shocking than fairy tales suggest. In this deep dive, we explore the mysterious power of witches across civilizations and ask: Is it real magic, or just a trick of the mind?

    In this episode, we will discover:
    • Ancient Powers: How witches and sorcerers were once revered figures in Ancient Egypt and China.
    • The Great Wi...
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    Humanity—once a species that learned to wield fire—now stands on the cusp of becoming an entity capable of commanding the entire universe.

    The Kardashev scale is a roadmap to our future, from Level 0 to Level 7—where we might manipulate time, rebuild galaxies, and become pure consciousness beyond physical limits. 
    But is that journey truly worth pursuing? Or would becoming “masters of the universe” cost us our human essence?

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