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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comCharles is a writer, social scientist, and longtime friend. He currently holds the F.A. Hayek Chair Emeritus in Cultural Studies at the American Enterprise Institute. His many books include Losing Ground, The Bell Curve (co-authored with Richard Herrnstein), Coming Apart, Facing Reality, and Human Diversity (which we discussed on the Dishcast in 2021). His new book is Taking Religion Seriously. If you think you know who Charles is from the way the MSM has described him for years, this conversation may surprise.For two clips of our convo — on how science has revived old ideas of God over the past several decades, and the connection between psychedelics and agape — head to our YouTube page. (Charles is the second guest we've had who has come out as an LSD experimenter on the show; Rod Dreher was the other one.)Other topics: how Charles lived for decades without a “God-sized hole”; the security and comfort of modern life; when death and suffering was far more common; the 24/7 distractions of today; meditation retreats; Charles learning TM in Thailand; Quakerism and his wife Catherine's discovery that she loved her child “more than evolution requires”; how religiosity falls on a bell curve; my Irish grandmother's faith; “why is there something rather than nothing?”; the Big Bang and fine-tuning; logos; multiverses; the materialism of Dawkins et al; the evolutionary role of religion; CS Lewis; the Golden Rule; pure altruism; the transcendence in nature; near-death experiences; dementia and terminal lucidity; consciousness outside the brain; the soul; the collective consciousness in Buddhism; the strange details of the Gospels; the feminism of Jesus; the adulteress he saved; how grace is contagious; the Nativity; crucifixion and the Resurrection; the Jefferson Bible; the sacraments; the doubt in faith; Oakeshott; “Why We Should Say Yes to Drugs”; my HIV diagnosis; theodicy; Camus; TS Eliot; transhumanism, and the boredom of too much life.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. Coming up: Karen Hao on artificial intelligence, Michel Paradis on Eisenhower, David Ignatius on the Trump effect globally, Mark Halperin on the domestic front, and Arthur Brooks on the science of happiness. As always, please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

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BLACK HOLES, THE BIG BANG & ALIEN LIFE: Astrophysicist Janna Levin Breaks Down the UniverseEver wondered what existed before the Big Bang? Or why all planets are different, and why Earth is so perfectly suited for life?In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, renowned astrophysicist and author of Black Hole Survival Guide, Janna Levin (Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia University), takes us on a cosmic journey through the deepest mysteries of the universe, and how they reflect back on what it means to be human.From the terrifying truth about black holes to the surprising science behind moons, planets, and even nuclear weapons, we're answering space questions you didn't even know you had.Janna Levin breaks down:- Everything You've Ever Wondered About the Big Bang: What came before it, myths, how it created space and time- What is Time and how do black holes bend it?- Why planets are round- What moons really are (and the wild origin of our Moon)- How stars give birth to planets- What black holes are, what happens inside, and their role in the fundamentals of physics- Why some stars become black holes and others don't- How Einstein and Oppenheimer cracked the code on black holes and how we observe them today- What would happen if our Sun became a black hole and could we actually fall into one?- Spooky effects of black holes on time & space (Could they teach us to age slower?)- Why there's likely a black hole at the center of every galaxy- Why Janna Levin believes we'll discover alien life within 50 years & what it could look like (it will likely be on moons, not planets!)- Will our tragic reliance on tech destroy us, or save us?- Can we make tech more compatible with nature?- Why advancing tech increases the generational gap- Why Janna doesn't believe AI will ever become truly conscious- Why the universe is considered left-handed- What would happen if the Sun were knocked out of our system- Nuclear weapons & how they were invented through studying the Sun- Parallels between nature and cosmic phenomena across the universeThis episode of MBB is really all about the growing hunger in society to understand the cosmos, and therefore, ourselves. Don't miss this mind-blowing journey into the heart of space, time, existence, and our place in it all! Janna Levin's Substack, Janna Levin's Extra Dimensions: ⁠https://jannalevin.substack.com/⁠ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yarattığı etkiyle başkalarına ilham olan girişimlerin hikayesi seni de cesaretlendiriyor mu? Evet diyorsan, Big Bang Startup Challenge'a bir göz atmalısın! ⚡Big Bang; İTÜ ARI Teknokent'in vizyoner yaklaşımıyla 2011 yılında kurulan İTÜ Çekirdek Kuluçka Merkezi'nin düzenlediği Türkiye'nin ve bölgenin en büyük girişimcilik etkinliği! Geçen sene 2,85 milyar TL ödül, nakit ve yatırıma şahitlik eden Big Bang sahnesi, bu sene ImpactVerse temasıyla etkiyi odağına alıyor.Bu etki evreninde sen de yerini almak istiyorsan hemen katılımcı kaydını oluşturabilirsin.Kayıt olmak için tıklayınız!* Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ortamlardasatilacakbilgi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OrtamlardaB⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ * Reklam ve İş birlikleri için: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ortamlardasatilacakbilgi@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Yeni çıkan kitabım “Kendimi Nasıl İyileştiririm?”i almak için: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.eu/d/0wFlqHl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Bu bölüm "⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠İTÜ Çekirdek Kuluçka Merkezi'' hakkında reklam içerir

What is nothing? Could a dying back hole cause the Big Bang? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer fan questions about a black hole's dying gasp, lunar eclipses, and the meaning of nothing. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/cosmic-queries-death-of-a-black-hole/Thanks to our Patrons Josh Gibson, John Radford, Jacob Carlile, Amelyah, Rebecca, Jalien, Logan woods, Justin Stauffer, Boaters Edge, Elizabeth Martinez, Kate Kessner, Kathy Cook, Mohamed Gamal, Sebastian Goeller, Scott Keller, Pravin Kadel, Jake M, David, Lehnert, Chris Fauerbach, Mic Phillips, Sandra Pink, João Samuel Lopes, Darnell Pisco, Santiago, Chewee, Dave, Jeditanker, Mayssam Sayyadian, Thomas Weisbjerg, Max, Harry Wells, Jonathan Lara, Brooks Long, Viktor Damjanovski, ion, David Cowles, Brian Swinteck, Opid Son, Ed, Robert Davis, aaron benedetti, George Daeem, Guillaume Franc, Zach Derbecker, Randle, andrew, j, Patrick Shoemake, Методи Кирилов, Robert Forbes Morrison, Denisse Campo, Scott Knapp, Anthony Suarez, Judy houck, Deyonn Froio, Marquis, Donald Johnson, Mandi G, Kathy Harris-Langham, Gerardo Diaz, Eric Fournier, Sylvia C., clionadh martin, Ari Timonen, Greg Morris, Micheal H., thomas hennigan, Alexandra Bugge, Chris Tenney, Taters, Precious, and Jason Perks for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BLACK HOLES, THE BIG BANG & ALIEN LIFE: Astrophysicist Janna Levin Breaks Down the Universe Ever wondered what existed before the Big Bang? Or why all planets are different, and why Earth is so perfectly suited for life? In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, renowned astrophysicist and author of Black Hole Survival Guide, Janna Levin (Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia University), takes us on a cosmic journey through the deepest mysteries of the universe, and how they reflect back on what it means to be human. From the terrifying truth about black holes to the surprising science behind moons, planets, and even nuclear weapons, we're answering space questions you didn't even know you had. Janna Levin breaks down: - Everything You've Ever Wondered About the Big Bang: What came before it, myths, how it created space and time - What is Time and how do black holes bend it? - Why planets are round - What moons really are (and the wild origin of our Moon) - How stars give birth to planets - What black holes are, what happens inside, and their role in the fundamentals of physics - Why some stars become black holes and others don't - How Einstein and Oppenheimer cracked the code on black holes and how we observe them today - What would happen if our Sun became a black hole and could we actually fall into one? - Spooky effects of black holes on time & space (Could they teach us to age slower?) - Why there's likely a black hole at the center of every galaxy - Why Janna Levin believes we'll discover alien life within 50 years & what it could look like (it will likely be on moons, not planets!) - Will our tragic reliance on tech destroy us, or save us? - Can we make tech more compatible with nature? - Why advancing tech increases the generational gap - Why Janna doesn't believe AI will ever become truly conscious - Why the universe is considered left-handed - What would happen if the Sun were knocked out of our system - Nuclear weapons & how they were invented through studying the Sun - Parallels between nature and cosmic phenomena across the universe This episode of MBB is really all about the growing hunger in society to understand the cosmos, and therefore, ourselves. Don't miss this mind-blowing journey into the heart of space, time, existence, and our place in it all! Janna Levin's Substack, Janna Levin's Extra Dimensions: https://jannalevin.substack.com/ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of SpaceTime, we delve into the intriguing world of near-Earth asteroids, the evolution of our universe, and the remarkable discovery of a rogue planet experiencing unprecedented growth.Invisible Asteroids Near Venus: A Hidden ThreatRecent computer simulations published in the journal Astronomy and Astrophysics have raised alarms about a population of near-Earth asteroids that remain undetectable due to their proximity to Venus. These Venusian co-orbital asteroids, which share an orbital resonance with Venus, could pose a collision risk to Earth within a few thousand years. The study's lead author, Valerio Carumba, explains the challenges of observing these asteroids, as they are obscured by the Sun's glare. With a size of around 300 metres, these asteroids could create impact craters several kilometres wide, highlighting the need for dedicated space missions to monitor this potential threat.The Universe's Evolution: New Insights from the Epoch of ReionizationAstronomers have made significant strides in understanding the universe's early days, revealing that it was warmer than previously thought before the first stars ignited. Research based on observations from the Murchison Wide Field Array in Western Australia indicates that the gas between galaxies was heated around 800 million years after the Big Bang, contradicting earlier theories of a cold universe. This heating, likely driven by early X-ray sources, set the stage for the epoch of reionization, which transformed the cosmos from opaque to transparent, allowing light to travel freely.A Richie Planet's Remarkable Growth SpurtIn a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have identified a rogue planet, catalogued as char 11 oh 7 minus 7626, that is not bound to any star and is growing at an astonishing rate of 6 billion tonnes of gas and dust per second. Located approximately 600 light years away in the constellation Chameleon, this planet challenges conventional notions of planetary stability. Observations reveal that its accretion rate fluctuates dramatically, highlighting the dynamic processes at play in the formation of rogue planets and blurring the lines between planets and stars.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesAstronomy and Astrophysicshttps://www.aanda.org/Astrophysical Journal Lettershttps://iopscience.iop.org/journal/2041-8205Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.Invisible Asteroids Near Venus: A Hidden ThreatThe Universe's Evolution: New Insights from the Epoch of ReionizationA Richie Planet's Remarkable Growth Spurt(00:00) The threat posed by invisible asteroids near Venus(10:30) New findings on the universe's warm early phase(19:00) Discovery of a rogue planet growing at record rates(27:15) Science Robert: 2025 Nobel Prize announcements

Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson, world-renowned astrophysicist, breaks down the universe, space, black holes, and the Big Bang, uncovering how Elon Musk, AI, SpaceX, and NASA are defining the future of humanity.  As a science communicator, Neil is the host of StarTalk podcast, which covers science, pop culture and comedy. He is also the bestselling author of several books, such as ‘Astrophysics for People in a Hurry' and the newly revised ‘Just Visiting this Planet: More Cosmic Quandaries from Dr. Tyson's inbox'.  In this explosive conversation, he explains:  ◼️80% of Gen Z believe the stars control their life ◼️The dangerous lie we believe about life's purpose, and what to do instead ◼️Why you have 20% of the same DNA as a banana ◼️Why AI's real danger isn't what Hollywood warned you about ◼️Why simulation theory might explain every disaster on Earth (00:00) Intro (02:43) The Big Questions About the Universe and Our Existence (10:55) Why We're Not Good at Feeling Oneness With Others (15:48) Has Science Shaped Your Beliefs About Religion? (20:15) Did Humans Evolve to Believe in Something? (25:00) Changing the Way We See the Universe (30:32) Did the Loss of Your Parents Change Your Views? (35:05) Do We Live in a Simulation? (40:05) Do We Have Free Will in Our Society? (43:44) Will We Be Able to Extend Our Lives Soon? (45:57) What Happens When We Extend Everyone's Lives? (48:57) Neil deGrasse Tyson on AI (53:28) Will We Travel to Mars in Our Lifetime? (1:00:01) How Long and How Far Is It to Mars? (1:02:43) Ads (1:04:13) What Would Happen If the Earth Got Swallowed by a Black Hole? (1:07:51) Could the Sun Become a Black Hole? (1:09:06) What Happens If the Sun Freezes? (1:10:37) Every Breath You Take Contains the History of the Universe (1:15:25) Is the Universe Infinite? (1:16:34) Do Aliens Exist? (1:19:37) Why Do You Think Aliens Exist? (1:25:38) The Physics Error in *The Matrix* (1:28:22) Ads (1:30:26) The Questions We Dream Of (1:33:26) Should We Argue About Meaning? (1:37:18) Are Horoscopes Really a Thing? (1:42:15) Are You Happier If You Believe in God? (1:46:54) What's the Biggest Advice You Have for Me? (1:51:32) What Do You Think of America Right Now? (1:57:25) Do You Have Any Regrets? Follow Neil: X - https://bit.ly/47m0sAz Instagram - https://bit.ly/48E3kuT  Facebook - https://bit.ly/48VGmiL TikTok - https://bit.ly/46Y1na6 UK - You can pre-order Neil's revised book, ‘Just Visiting This Planet: Merlin Answers More Questions about Everything under the Sun, Moon and Stars', here: https://amzn.to/43cbEhB  US - You can pre-order Neil's revised book, ‘Just Visiting This Planet: Merlin Answers More Questions about Everything under the Sun, Moon and Stars', here: https://amzn.to/3Wxvsbq  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett                                                      KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 13th of October, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Gospel of John 1:1-4: ”In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God (that's Jesus), and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. In Him was life, and the life was the light of men.” Wow, I just love that scripture folks! You have no idea how much I love that Scripture! That's why I love the Bible so much, because Jesus Christ is the Word and when somebody says to you, ”Show me this Jesus you're always talking about, I can't see Him,” give him a Bible because Jesus is the Word. I want to say to the younger people, this Big Bang theory, it doesn't hold anything at all. It's a lie, I'm telling you, a lie from the pit of hell! They'll tell you that this whole beautiful universe of ours started by some chemical explosion. I want you to ask them a question, ”Who made the chemical explosion?” And they'll say to you, ”And how can you prove that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.” You can say, ”Because the Bible tells me, “In the beginning…” He was there in the beginning with His Father.” So that holds a lot more water than talking about some big explosion. In the beginning, “I Am” was there. He's always been there and He always will be there.Now, I'm not a scientist, no, no, I'm a farmer, but I want to tell you, I defy any scientist to prove to me. We'll go for a walk into the field and I'll show him spring. It's spring here on the farm at Shalom and the leaves are coming out on the trees that have been dormant right through the winter. I see a newborn calf, I see the wild animals are breeding at the moment, it's a wonderful time of the year, but every season is a wonderful time of the year. You know why? Because Jesus made it all. He made it all, from the beginning.So, Jesus bless you today as you celebrate the wonderful truth that in the beginning was the Word and His name is Jesus Christ.God bless you and have a wonderful day,Goodbye.

Dr. Qureshi-Hurst is a Philosopher of Religion and Science at the University of Cambridge. Her work focuses on the relationship between physics—and time in particular—and theology. Her forthcoming book, Decoding the Cosmos: God, Physics, and the Search for Deeper Explanation, explores this relationship in depth.Improve your focus with Brain FM with 30 days free: https://www.brain.fm/withinreason.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Does the Bible Predict the Big Bang?2:37 - Scientists and Theologians10:18 - Where Did Biblical Literalism Come From?17:31 - How Does Science Conflict with Theology?23:47 - Does God Experience Time?29:27 - The A, B and C Series of Time38:38 - Timeless God, Timed Universe42:52 - Christianity and the End of the Universe48:35 - Intelligent Design and Modern Science55:58 - Is Biblical Literalism a Plausible Reading?58:32 - Why Emily is an Atheist

Stars feel like a fundamental feature of the Universe – as essential as planets, galaxies and space itself. But since we know the Universe had a beginning (the Big Bang), there must also have been a first star. Before it, there was only darkness; after it, the cosmos as we know it began to take shape. Exactly what those first stars were like – and how they transformed everything that followed – remains one of astronomy's great mysteries. It's a mystery that astrophysicist Dr Emma Chapman has dedicated much of her career to solving. In this episode, Emma joins us to talk about her book First Light: Switching on the Stars at the Dawn of Time, recently updated to include discoveries from groundbreaking telescopes like the James Webb Space Telescope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"If we accept the principle of non-contradiction as the foundation of logic how do you resolve the apparent contradiction of an uncaused cause?"Stefan Molyneux examines the philosophical principle of non-contradiction and the idea of an uncaused cause through Aristotelian and Augustinian lenses. It questions whether the universe can exist without a starting point, introducing the "unmoved mover" concept. The discussion transitions to scientific theories like the Big Bang, while contrasting humanity's finite view with the eternal nature of matter. He critiques the welfare state from a Christian ethical perspective, emphasizing that true morality stems from voluntary choice. Ultimately, the lecture advocates for a philosophical approach to ethics, suggesting it may better serve societal well-being than traditional religious frameworks.SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025

Atoms are the building blocks of our world. Many have been around since right after the Big Bang created the universe nearly 14 billion years ago. And if life on Earth is made of atoms that are from all the way back then... will those atoms keep existing forever? That's what CrowdScience Listener Rob in Australia would like to know. Caroline Steel investigates the immortality of atoms by travelling to CERN, the world's largest particle physics laboratory located along the border of France and Switzerland. There, theoretical physicist Matthew McCullough explains whether the smallest atoms can decay or survive the test of time. Physicist Marco van Leeuwen from Nikhef, the National Particle Physics Laboratory in the Netherlands, gives Caroline a behind-the-scenes tour of the ALICE experiment and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. She learns how atoms are smashed at incredibly high speeds, and whether that might spell the end of an atom. And all life on earth is made up of atoms, but how does a collection of tiny particles become a living being? Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, breaks down how life works from an atomic point of view. Presenter: Caroline Steel Producer: Imaan Moin Editor: Ben Motley (Photo: Hands cupping a glowing atom in the studio - stock photo. Credit: Paper Boat Creative via Getty Images)

What if the Big Bang was a… big bite?!

Hoy nos sentamos con Isaac Gómez (profesor de física, UPR/Albizu y creador de Notas Astronómicas) para hablar de cómo Puerto Rico —desde el Observatorio de Arecibo— cambió la historia de la astrofísica: descubrimos exoplanetas, enviamos un mensaje al espacio y abrimos una ventana a un universo que no podíamos ver.En este episodio:La era dorada de Arecibo y por qué fue clave en la radioastronomíaExoplanetas: el primer paso serio en la búsqueda de vida fuera del Sistema SolarEl mensaje de Arecibo: una “botella” con información de la Tierra lanzada al cosmos¿Existe una “foto” del Big Bang? La radiación de fondo cósmica explicada fácilVer el pasado cuando miramos las estrellas (años luz, luz y tiempo)Agujeros negros: por qué vemos la ausencia de luzSci-fi que sí podría pasar: Contact, Interstellar¿Vida ET, conspiraciones y evidencia?El futuro del Sol y qué significa para nuestra especiePlutón, Júpiter “sin piso” y océanos bajo hielo en lunas lejanasSi te gustó, suscríbete, deja tu pregunta en los comentarios y comparte este episodio con ese pana que ama la ciencia (o que aún no cree en ella

Sponsor Details:This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN....enhance your online privacy with the best in the game. Tiy get our special Space Nuts price and bonus deal, visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts or use the code SPACENUTS at checkout.Cosmic Questions: Black Holes, Antimatter Stars, and Meteor PhotographyIn this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a series of fascinating listener queries. From the enigmatic nature of black holes to the potential existence of antimatter stars, and practical tips for capturing meteors on camera, this episode is a treasure trove of cosmic insights and practical advice.Episode Highlights:- Collapse of the Universe: Listener Nate raises an intriguing question about the future of the universe and the concept of the Gnab Gib, or the reverse Big Bang. Andrew and Fred Watson discuss how gravity might pull everything back together and what happens to light during this cosmic collapse.- The Nature of Black Holes: Tad's thought-provoking question leads to a discussion on gravitational time dilation and the observer's perspective of black holes. The hosts explore how black holes form and why it appears as if nothing ever falls into them from our vantage point.- Antimatter Stars: Mark from London and Canada revisits the idea of antimatter stars, prompting a conversation about their potential existence and how we might detect them through unique gamma ray emissions.- Astrophotography Tips: Dave from Inverel shares his passion for nighttime photography and seeks advice on capturing meteors. Andrew and Fred Watson provide practical tips on the best times and techniques for successful meteor photography, including the benefits of using specific apps.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favourite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/aboutStay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Got a question for our Q&A episode? https://spacenutspodcast.com/amaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

Webb Telescope Challenges Cosmology Theories with 'Little Red Dots' Guest Name: Bob Zimmerman Summary:The Webb Space Telescope is finding mysterious "little red dots" in the very early universe, observed via infrared due to redshift. Astronomers speculate these might be supermassive black holes, which shouldn't exist so early, challenging the Big Bang theory itself. About 30% of these dots do not appear compact when viewed in ultraviolet light, resembling galaxies instead. 1958

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT THE AMERICAN ECONOMY AND THE CONSUMER 1940 LONDON   10-3-25 FIRST HOUR 9-915 Slow Rebuilding and Political Manipulation in LA Fire Areas Guest Name: Jeff Bliss Summary: Rebuilding fire-damaged areas like Pacific Palisades is agonizingly slow, potentially taking 9 to 20 years, causing residents to abandon their homes. Red tape delays permit issuance, possibly benefiting real estate speculators, including foreign buyers. There is concern that political leaders are pushing to reshape these communities by moving in tall, low-cost housing. 915-930 Economic Slowdown Evident in Local Consumer Spending and Housing Guest Name: Jim McTague Summary:Despite lower gas prices in Lancaster County, a ripple effect from declining Asian imports is expected. Consumer caution remains high, with "English" shoppers buying essentials and avoiding expensive electronics. Local diners show less vibrancy, suggesting the economy has lost "some spring in its step." High-end real estate sales have also notably "dried up." 930-945 HEADLINE: Trump's War on Cartels and Venezuela Intervention; Supreme Court Takes Up Federal Reserve Governor Firing Case GUEST NAME: Richard Epstein SUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Richard Epstein about President Trump's "war" against drug cartels and potential Venezuela intervention, which Epstein deems unlawful executive overreach due to congressional inertia. He suggests overthrowing Maduro would be more strategic. The Supreme Court scheduled oral arguments regarding presidential power to fire Federal Reserve governors, specifically Lisa Cook, addressing the future of independent agencieS. 945-1000 HEADLINE: Trump's War on Cartels and Venezuela Intervention; Supreme Court Takes Up Federal Reserve Governor Firing Case GUEST NAME: Richard Epstein SUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Richard Epstein about President Trump's "war" against drug cartels and potential Venezuela intervention, which Epstein deems unlawful executive overreach due to congressional inertia. He suggests overthrowing Maduro would be more strategic. The Supreme Court scheduled oral arguments regarding presidential power to fire Federal Reserve governors, specifically Lisa Cook, addressing the future of independent agencieS. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Need for Pentagon Leadership in Fortifying US Infrastructure Against Adversaries Guest Name: Henry SokolskiSummary: Russia is allegedly already waging hybrid war against the EU via cable cutting and cyber assaults, which is expected to reach the US. The US is unprepared organizationally. The Pentagon (Secretary of Defense) should lead hardening and proliferation efforts for targets like the electric grid and nuclear plants, but they are currently resistant to doing so publicly. 1015-1030 Need for Pentagon Leadership in Fortifying US Infrastructure Against Adversaries Guest Name: Henry SokolskiSummary: Russia is allegedly already waging hybrid war against the EU via cable cutting and cyber assaults, which is expected to reach the US. The US is unprepared organizationally. The Pentagon (Secretary of Defense) should lead hardening and proliferation efforts for targets like the electric grid and nuclear plants, but they are currently resistant to doing so publicly. 1030-1045 Interstellar Comet 3I Atlas and Martian/Jupiter Missions Guest Name: Bob Zimmerman Summary: Comet 3I Atlas is the third identified interstellar object and the second interstellar comet, much larger than previous ones. Its path brings it within about 20 million miles of Mars, but it is currently blocked by the sun. NASA and European teams are attempting to get data using Mars orbiters and rovers, though the resolution may not match Webb's spectroscopy. Europe is also considering re-aiming the Juice mission. 1045-1100 Webb Telescope Challenges Cosmology Theories with 'Little Red Dots' Guest Name: Bob Zimmerman Summary:The Webb Space Telescope is finding mysterious "little red dots" in the very early universe, observed via infrared due to redshift. Astronomers speculate these might be supermassive black holes, which shouldn't exist so early, challenging the Big Bang theory itself. About 30% of these dots do not appear compact when viewed in ultraviolet light, resembling galaxies instead. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: Princess Ennigaldi-Nanna's Chamber: An Early Mesopotamian Museum GUEST NAME: Moudhy Al-Rashid SUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Moudhy Al-Rashid about Princess Ennigaldi-Nanna, high priestess to moon god Sin in Ur, who maintained ancient artifact collections in her palace. Items 1,500 years older than her time, alongside cylindrical clay labels, suggest the chamber functioned as the world's earliest known museum, establishing links to ancient history. 1115-1130 HEADLINE: Princess Ennigaldi-Nanna's Chamber: An Early Mesopotamian Museum GUEST NAME: Moudhy Al-Rashid SUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Moudhy Al-Rashid about Princess Ennigaldi-Nanna, high priestess to moon god Sin in Ur, who maintained ancient artifact collections in her palace. Items 1,500 years older than her time, alongside cylindrical clay labels, suggest the chamber functioned as the world's earliest known museum, establishing links to ancient history. 1130-1145 HEADLINE: Ancient Mesopotamian Literacy, Math, and the Epic of Gilgamesh GUEST NAME: Moudhy Al-RashidSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Moudhy Al-Rashid about Mesopotamian education teaching advanced mathematics and writing in Sumerian and Akkadian, preserved on homework tablets. The Epic of Gilgamesh, dating to a likely real king around 2800 BCE, tells of a tyrant's transformation into a wise king after learning that life concerns community survival 1145-1200 HEADLINE: Ancient Mesopotamian Literacy, Math, and the Epic of Gilgamesh GUEST NAME: Moudhy Al-RashidSUMMARY: John Batchelor speaks with Moudhy Al-Rashid about Mesopotamian education teaching advanced mathematics and writing in Sumerian and Akkadian, preserved on homework tablets. The Epic of Gilgamesh, dating to a likely real king around 2800 BCE, tells of a tyrant's transformation into a wise king after learning that life concerns community survival FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Positive Outlook for US-Canada Trade and Middle East Peace Guest Name: Conrad Black Summary: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting with President Trump to discuss economic and security issues, aiming to remove US tariffs. Trade discussions look positive following the Canadian election. Carney also specifically endorsed President Trump's proposed Middle East peace deal, which has major Arab and non-Arab Muslim powers supporting it, deeming it one of the greatest diplomatic achievements since World War II. 1215-1230 8. Italian Political Scandals and the Reinstatement of St. Francis Holiday Guest Name: Lorenzo Fiori Summary:Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and two ministers face ICC investigation for failing to detain a Libyan warlord, citing risks to Italian workers in Libya. Separately, Italy's Senate unanimously approved reinstating a national holiday honoring St. Francis of Assisi, Italy's patron saint, 800 years after his passing. 1230-1245 Distinguishing Humane Nationalism from Pathological Ideologies Guest Name: Daniel Mahoney Summary:Nationalism must be distinguished from pathological forms like "blood and soil" ideology, which champions ethnic rooting and the subordination of others. Moderate, humane national loyalty is tied to self-government and common humanity, rejecting the path that leads to "zoological wars." Critics often unfairly conflate nationalism with isolationism or imperialism. 1245-100 AM Distinguishing Humane Nationalism from Pathological Ideologies Guest Name: Daniel Mahoney Summary:Nationalism must be distinguished from pathological forms like "blood and soil" ideology, which champions ethnic rooting and the subordination of others. Moderate, humane national loyalty is tied to self-government and common humanity, rejecting the path that leads to "zoological wars." Critics often unfairly conflate nationalism with isolationism or imperialism.

HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution.

HEADLINE: Solving the Mystery of Bright Red Dots in the Early Universe GUEST NAME: Dr. Joel LejaSUMMARY: John Batchelor interviews Dr. Joel Leja about "little red dots"—extremely bright, mysteriously common objects discovered in the early universe by the James Webb Space Telescope. These enigmatic red dots appear to be early supermassive black holes, possibly tens of millions of solar masses, revealed by intensely hot gas swirling at tremendous velocities around them. Their unexpected abundance and size so close to the universe's beginning poses a fundamental challenge to current theories of cosmic evolution and black hole formation. The discovery suggests that supermassive black holes formed much earlier and more rapidly than previously thought possible, requiring astronomers to reconsider models of how the first galaxies and their central black holes emerged from the primordial darkness. Dr. Leja explains that while the JWST data strongly indicates these are black holes based on spectroscopic signatures, the mechanism that allowed such massive objects to form so quickly after the Big Bang remains one of astronomy's most perplexing new mysteries. The research highlights how advanced telescopes continue to overturn established assumptions about the early universe's structure and evolution. HUBBLE

I had the honor of speaking with author and researcher Mark Gober about his latest book, "An End to the Upside Down Cosmos", questioning cosmology, germ theory, studying spiritual phenomena, suppression and censorship, Robert Temple, corporate science, Antartica, heliocentrism, the Big Bang, and much more!!   Mark's website: https://markgober.com/ Mark's books: https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Gober/e/B... Mark on Instagram: / markgober_author Mark on Facebook: / markgoberauthor Mark on Twitter: / markgoberauthor   Find The Melt on… Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2365404 YouTube: / @themeltpodcast Check out our merch at: https://the-melt.creator-spring.com/ Music by The Godawful Joy: https://thegodawfuljoy.bandcamp.com/r... and Matt Presti: https://www.mattpresti.com/music.html 

We've gone Bak 2 School for another new Sonic 101 episode! With Jake out on assignment (i.e. kidnapped by Metal Sonic), Jeff Bakalar of Giant Bomb fills the rotating guest chair this week, ready to learn all about McDonald's happy meal toys, outrunning the Big Bang, children's media featuring GWAR, Sonic's secret Jersey upbringing, bloodthirsty unicorn wizards, and all sorts of other nonsense. But the student also becomes the teacher, as Jeff offers up his perspective as the parent of a young Sonic fan, giving us old farts a rare inside look at how the youth of today actually engage with the Blue Blur and his fast furry friends. (0:00:00) Intro/Main topic: Sonic Newbie Education 101 (0:07:45) Jeff's history with Sonic (0:13:40) The malleability of Sonic (0:18:26) Jeff and Sonic's transition to 3D (0:24:40) Do kids play the old games? (0:35:55) Minigame: A.B.C.D. Station (1:06:25) How did Jeff's kid first find Sonic? (1:18:12) Does Jeff think his kid is starting to outgrow Sonic? (1;26:27) Does Sonic have an origin story? (1:39:09) Minigame: Know More Music (1:57:13) Outro Amie Waters on Linktree Giant Bomb What Lies Below the Lilies Sonic McOrigins Plus Windii's translations John Batiste - Green Hill Zone

» Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/David Kipping studies exoplanets and the search for life beyond Earth, but he's grounded about what we actually know versus what we hope for. He's spent his career looking for moons around distant planets, while most astronomers thought it was a waste of time.In this conversation, we unpack why finding microbial life on Mars would actually create more questions than answers, how the "doomsday argument" suggests humanity has less time than we think, and why competition might be both the driver of technological progress and the cause of our extinction.00:00 Introduction03:14 How rogue planets drift through darkness06:09 Earth's billion-year countdown to doom09:46 Why bigger stars blow our minds12:21 What came before the Big Bang?16:43 The haunting question: why does anything exist?21:06 Life appeared fast but we can't recreate it26:13 Could aliens hide under Jupiter's moons?29:14 How we actually detect distant planets34:20 The challenge of confirming alien life39:46 The Fermi Paradox gets worse with Mars life44:18 Accelerating toward our own extinction50:45 Our obsession with the present over survival56:26 What a trillion-dollar NASA could achieve1:00:12 Ancient civilisations on Earth before us?1:04:38 Why space hoaxes thrive1:13:26 Debating alien spacecraft theories1:22:38 Could we nuke a comet to survive?1:27:28 Mars versus Moon colonisation1:30:07 Sci-fi that gets the science right1:38:06 How talking science improves research1:42:21 What David wants to be remembered for1:44:21 What finding aliens would really look like» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Custom Bioniq supplements: https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston• 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO• 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join @WHOOP and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow David«YouTube: @CoolWorldsLabInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cool.worlds/?hl=enX: https://x.com/david_kipping?lang=en

Send us a textIn this episode of Bookworthy, host Valerie Fentress engages with author David Lahm and illustrator Lael Brinkley about their children's book 'In the Beginning, God Smiled.' The conversation explores the themes of faith and science, the artistic representation of God, and the messages intended for both children and parents. David shares his inspiration for writing the book, while Lael discusses her approach to illustrating God's character. They also reflect on impactful books in their lives and their future projects together. Don't forget to join in the 2nd Annual Holiday Book Drive partnership with Storyteller's Shelf Podcast. More Details at the following link. Help share the magic of children's literature with every young reader.2025 Holiday Book Drive: September 30 – December 1 – The Storyteller's Shelf PodcastTakeawaysChildren's books can minister to parents as well.Combining faith and science can create meaningful stories.God's joy in creation is a central theme of the book.Art can personify God in a welcoming way.Children should learn they are not mistakes but intentional creations.The book aims to show God's love and intentionality in creation.David's background in science influences his writing.Lael's illustrations aim to depict glimpses of God.The joy of creating parallels God's joy in creation.Future projects will continue the themes of faith and love. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bookworthy and Guests01:45 Exploring the Themes of 'In the Beginning, God Smiled'04:28 The Artistic Representation of God07:54 Messages for Children and Parents12:08 The Journey to Writing and Illustrating20:31 Impactful Books and Future ProjectsLet's discover great books together!Follow for more:FB: @bookworthypodcastInstagram: @bookworthy_podcastYouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTubetiktok: @valeriefentress

In this episode, your favorite cosmic duo Brie and Ali are joined by their third star—our best friend Sami! ✨ Sami is a yoga and somatics instructor with a gift for guiding people back into their bodies, and today she's bringing her wisdom (and humor) to the mic.But that's not all—we've got MAJOR news to share. The Cosmic Société officially launches October 1st (that's tomorrow if you're listening on release day)! Think of it as your new sacred corner of the internet: a space for movement, ritual, astrology, plant magic, and community with us three besties guiding you along the way.

This week on Sibling Rivalry, Bob shares his new bouldering hobby while Monét explains how she keeps her hands soft and callus-free. They compare their experiences bouldering, debate names that would be nice if they didn't already mean something else, and role play what they'd do if a friend tragically couldn't make it to a concert. They get into K-pop demon hunters, the Céline Dion-inspired movie, and the most played songs on YouTube. They ask if telekinesis is real and whether people can really move things with their minds, share their thoughts on reincarnation, explain stardust and the Big Bang. Bob puts it to the test by showing off his fork-bending “magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preview: This preview focuses on George Gamow's Soviet Unionescape. Gamow represented expanding universe (Big Bang), while Fred Hoyle represented static universe (Steady State). Non-religious and apolitical, Gamow drew the line when communists demanded science be interpreted through Marxist-Leninist philosophy. He attempted escaping with his wife via rubber kayak across the Black Sea to Turkey, but storms forced return. Niels Bohr secured their escape by arranging Gamow as Soviet representative to 1933 Solvayconference. 2007 HUBBLE TO ABELLGALAXY  CLUSTER AT 5 BILLION LLIGHT YEARS (GA)

2/4: This file covers Fred Hoyle's academic career and the emergence of major cosmological debate. Hoyle earned his Cambridge PhD in 1939, originally wanting to be a chemist. During WWII, he worked on secret radar projects. Meeting astronomer Walter Baade proved pivotal; Baade proposed that Population 2 stars exploded as supernovae, distributing elements to newer stars. This inspired Hoyle's 1946 seminal paper on stellar nucleosynthesis, explaining how elements from hydrogen to uranium form in stars. Cosmological theories crystallized into competing camps: the Big Bang (from Friedmann and Lemaître's "primeval atom") versus Steady State theory. Einstein had written early steady state concepts but discarded them. Gamow supported the Big Bang, proposing all elements were created in the hot early universe. Early universe age estimates varied wildly between 2-10 billion years, far short of the accepted 13.8 billion years. Flashes of Creation: George Gamow, Fred Hoyle, and the Great Big Bang Debate, by Paul Halpern

3/4: This file details Steady State theory creation, Hoyle's element theory, coining "Big Bang," and CMB discovery. Fred Hoyle, Bondi, and Gold conceived Steady State theory after watching The Dead of Night (1946/47). Their model proposed continuous creation via quantum uncertainty. Hoyle solved carbon formation: two helium atoms form unstable Beryllium-8, briefly uniting with third helium to forge Carbon-12. Hoyle predicted carbon's specific energy level, which Willie Fowler at Caltech verified. Hoyle coined "Big Bang" derisively on BBC radio, mocking single-blast creation. Gamow and Ralph Alpher called initial substance "ylem." Hoyle and Gamow met in 1956 La Jolla, discussing universe temperature; Hoyle believed near 0 Kelvin, Gamow preferred 10 Kelvin. In 1964, Penzias and Wilson at Bell Labs accidentally discovered persistent background radiation—the Cosmic Microwave Background—proving the Big Bang that Gamow sought. Flashes of Creation: George Gamow, Fred Hoyle, and the Great Big Bang Debate, by Paul Halpern

4/4: This file covers CMB aftermath, Gamow's vindication, and Hoyle's controversial final years. CMB proved Big Bang theory, establishing cosmos temperature at 2.73 Kelvin and age at 13.8 billion years. Gamow (died 1968) wrote Princeton researchers, seeking recognition for his and Ralph Alpher's 1940s CMBcalculations. Hoyle's work with Margaret and Geoffrey Burbidge and William Fowler on heavy elements was genius, but only Fowler received the Nobel Prize. Hoyle never forgave Willie Fowler. Speculation includes the committee distancing from Hoyle's fringe theories or Hans Bethe misunderstanding Hoyle's role. Hoyle moved to Lake District, pursuing panspermia theory—life spreading via cosmic travelers. He rejected Darwinian evolution, claiming Earth too young, ironically gaining young-earth creationist support despite atheism. He proposed diseases like AIDS arrived via comets, viewed as eccentric. Both were "seat-of-the-pants thinkers," though Hoyle more stubbornly clung to strange concepts. Flashes of Creation: George Gamow, Fred Hoyle, and the Great Big Bang Debate, by Paul Halpern

Dans l'Univers, les éléments chimiques ne sont pas tous apparus en même temps. Les plus légers (comme l'hydrogène et l'hélium) se sont formés dès le Big Bang. Mais pour les éléments lourds, comme l'or, il a fallu des événements beaucoup plus violents. Pendant longtemps, on a cru qu'ils se formaient uniquement dans les supernovæ, ces explosions d'étoiles massives en fin de vie. Aujourd'hui, grâce aux observations récentes, on sait que l'or naît surtout lors de la fusion d'étoiles à neutrons, des astres ultra-denses qui entrent en collision et libèrent une énergie colossale. Ces événements rarissimes projettent dans l'espace des quantités énormes de métaux précieux, dont l'or.Comment l'or est arrivé sur TerreQuand notre planète s'est formée, il y a environ 4,5 milliards d'années, l'or était déjà présent dans le nuage de gaz et de poussières qui a donné naissance au Système solaire. Mais la Terre primitive, encore en fusion, a fait « couler » la majorité de son or vers le noyau, trop profond pour être accessible. Celui que nous exploitons aujourd'hui provient en grande partie d'un autre apport : celui des météorites, tombées sur la Terre plusieurs centaines de millions d'années après sa formation, au moment de ce que les géologues appellent le « grand bombardement tardif ».Pourquoi l'or est si particulierL'or est rare, mais pas inexistant. Sa particularité chimique – il ne s'oxyde pas, ne se ternit pas, et se travaille facilement – a fait qu'il a été perçu très tôt par les humains comme une matière précieuse, idéale pour symboliser le pouvoir, la richesse et la pérennité. C'est aussi pour cela qu'il est devenu une base monétaire dans de nombreuses civilisations.En résumé, l'or que l'on porte en bijou ou que l'on garde dans les coffres ne vient pas de la Terre… mais d'événements cataclysmiques ayant eu lieu dans l'espace, il y a des milliards d'années. Chaque gramme d'or est en fait un morceau de collision stellaire, arrivé jusqu'à nous après un très long voyage cosmique. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

CIA documents reveal consciousness can exit our universe. New physics shows black holes transform into white holes—cosmic doorways. Have we always had the ability to leave?

What are some sources of gravitational waves that aren't black holes? How did inflation create gravitational waves? How can we possibly detect them? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman! Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/pmsutter All episodes: http://www.AskASpaceman.com Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/PaulMSutter Read a book: https://www.pmsutter.com/books Keep those questions about space, science, astronomy, astrophysics, physics, and cosmology coming to #AskASpaceman for COMPLETE KNOWLEDGE OF TIME AND SPACE! Big thanks to my top Patreon supporters this month: Justin G, Chris L, Alberto M, Duncan M, Corey D, Michael P, Naila, Sam R, Joshua, Scott M, Rob H, Scott M, Louis M, John W, Alexis, Gilbert M, Rob W, Jessica M, Jules R, Jim L, David S, Scott R, Heather, Mike S, Pete H, Steve S, Lisa R, Kevin B, Michael B, Aileen G, Steven W, Deb A, Michael J, Phillip L, Mark R, Alan B, Craig B, Mark F, Richard K, Stace J, Stephen J, Joe R, David P, Justin, Robert B, Sean M, Tracy F, Ella F, Thomas K, James C, Syamkumar M, Homer V, Mark D, Bruce A, Tim Z, Linda C, The Tired Jedi, Gary K, dhr18, Lode D, Bob C, Red B, Stephen A, James R, Robert O, Lynn D, Allen E, Michael S, Reinaldo A, Sheryl, David W, Chris, Michael S, Erlend A, James D, Larry D, Karl W, Den K, Tom B, Edward K, Catherine B, John M, Craig M, Scott K, Vivek D, Barbara C, Brad, and Azra K! Hosted by Paul M. Sutter.

Echoes of the Big Bang! What are some sources of gravitational waves that aren't black holes? How did inflation create gravitational waves? How can we possibly detect them? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!   Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/pmsutter All episodes: http://www.AskASpaceman.com Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/PaulMSutter Read a book: https://www.pmsutter.com/books   Keep those questions about space, science, astronomy, astrophysics, physics, and cosmology coming to #AskASpaceman for COMPLETE KNOWLEDGE OF TIME AND SPACE!   Big thanks to my top Patreon supporters this month: Justin G, Chris L, Alberto M, Duncan M, Corey D, Michael P, Naila, Sam R, Joshua, Scott M, Rob H, Scott M, Louis M, John W, Alexis, Gilbert M, Rob W, Jessica M, Jules R, Jim L, David S, Scott R, Heather, Mike S, Pete H, Steve S, Lisa R, Kevin B, Michael B, Aileen G, Steven W, Deb A, Michael J, Phillip L, Mark R, Alan B, Craig B, Mark F, Richard K, Stace J, Stephen J, Joe R, David P, Justin, Robert B, Sean M, Tracy F, Ella F, Thomas K, James C, Syamkumar M, Homer V, Mark D, Bruce A, Tim Z, Linda C, The Tired Jedi, Gary K, dhr18, Lode D, Bob C, Red B, Stephen A, James R, Robert O, Lynn D, Allen E, Michael S, Reinaldo A, Sheryl, David W, Chris, Michael S, Erlend A, James D, Larry D, Karl W, Den K, Tom B, Edward K, Catherine B, John M, Craig M, Scott K, Vivek D, Barbara C, Brad, and Azra K!   Hosted by Dr. Paul M. Sutter.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Imaginez l'Europe scientifique des années 1920. À cette époque, la plupart des savants sont convaincus que l'univers est figé, éternel, immuable. Pourtant, dans un petit bureau de Louvain, en Belgique, un homme s'apprête à bouleverser cette certitude. Cet homme, c'est Georges Lemaître. Fait singulier : il est à la fois prêtre catholique et brillant physicien.Lemaître lit avec passion les travaux d'Einstein sur la relativité générale. En parallèle, il suit avec intérêt les observations de certains astronomes, qui montrent que la lumière des galaxies lointaines semble « tirée » vers le rouge : un indice que ces galaxies s'éloignent. Alors, une idée surgit : et si l'univers tout entier était en expansion ?En 1927, il publie une hypothèse qui va faire scandale. Si l'univers s'agrandit aujourd'hui, c'est qu'en remontant le temps, il devait être jadis concentré en un seul point, incroyablement dense et chaud. Lemaître parle d'« atome primitif » : une minuscule graine contenant toute la matière et l'énergie, avant de se fragmenter pour donner naissance au cosmos. C'est la première ébauche de ce qu'on appellera, bien plus tard, le Big Bang.La communauté scientifique est partagée. Einstein lui-même, lorsqu'il découvre cette théorie, admet qu'elle est « élégante », mais il n'y croit pas. Et en 1949, un rival, Fred Hoyle, qui défendait l'idée d'un univers éternel, se moque à la radio en parlant de « Big Bang ». Un sobriquet ironique… qui deviendra le nom officiel.Mais il y a un détail qui intrigue le grand public : Lemaître est prêtre. Un homme de foi qui propose une origine à l'univers ? Cela ressemble trop à la Création racontée par la Bible. Le Vatican s'en réjouit et tente même de faire de cette théorie une confirmation scientifique de la Genèse. Mais Lemaître s'y oppose fermement. Pour lui, la science explique le « comment » du monde, et la religion le « pourquoi ». Jamais il ne voulait que ses équations servent de preuve théologique.La suite appartient à l'histoire. En 1965, deux ingénieurs américains découvrent par hasard un bruit étrange capté par leur antenne. Ce « bruit », c'est en réalité le rayonnement fossile, l'écho lumineux de l'explosion initiale. Dès lors, la théorie de Lemaître devient incontournable.Ainsi, derrière l'une des idées les plus révolutionnaires du XXᵉ siècle se cache un homme à la double vocation. Un savant qui, en conciliant rigueur scientifique et foi personnelle, a montré que les chemins de la vérité pouvaient se croiser… sans jamais se confondre. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Theoretical physicist and bestselling author Lawrence Krauss (A Universe from Nothing, The Known Unknowns) explores the biggest questions we can ask: How did the universe begin? Why is there something rather than nothing? What is consciousness? And what will remain when every star has burned out?Krauss moves seamlessly from the hard science of the Big Bang and dark energy to existential philosophy, arguing that our cosmic insignificance is precisely what makes life meaningful. Along the way he shares personal stories—mentorship from Nobel laureates, serendipitous discoveries, his friendship with Christopher Hitchens—and explains how curiosity and rigorous science drive human progress.

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In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore the thrilling prospects of observing exploding black holes, an astonishing stellar jet on the outskirts of the Milky Way, and the meticulous preparations for an Earth observation satellite mission.Exploding Black Holes on the HorizonA groundbreaking study suggests that astronomers may soon witness a black hole explosion, an event theorised to occur once every 100,000 years. Researchers now believe there's a 90% chance of observing such an explosion within the next decade, potentially revealing primordial black holes formed shortly after the Big Bang. These explosions could provide a comprehensive catalogue of all subatomic particles, including those yet to be discovered, fundamentally altering our understanding of the universe's origins.Immense Stellar Jet DiscoveredAstronomers have identified a colossal stellar jet erupting from a young star in the Milky Way's outskirts, specifically in the Sharpless 2284 region. This rare phenomenon involves twin jets of hot plasma extending over eight light years, driven by superheated gases falling onto the massive star. Captured by NASA's Webb Space Telescope, this discovery not only sheds light on star formation but also offers insights into the conditions of the early universe.Preparing for Earth ObservationThe European Space Agency is conducting rigorous tests for a future Earth observation satellite mission, including an airborne campaign in the Arctic. Scientists are evaluating a new imaging microwave radiometer designed to monitor sea ice and its evolution. This mission aims to gather vital data on climate change and the Arctic environment, contributing to a better understanding of global phenomena.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesPhysical Review Lettershttps://journals.aps.org/prl/NASAhttps://www.nasa.gov/European Space Agencyhttps://www.esa.int/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.Exploding Black Holes on the HorizonImmense Stellar Jet DiscoveredPreparing for Earth Observation

Pack your cosmic suitcase. This week on Planetary Radio, host Sarah Al-Ahmed is joined by Mark McCaughrean, astronomer, science communicator, and former Senior Advisor for Science & Exploration at the European Space Agency, to talk about his new book, “111 Places in Space That You Must Not Miss.” Part of the popular “111 Places” travel series, the book transforms the guidebook format into a tour across the Solar System and beyond, from Apollo landing sites on the Moon to Europa’s hidden oceans, and even the afterglow of the Big Bang. Mark shares highlights from the book, stories from his career on missions like Hubble, Rosetta, and the James Webb Space Telescope, and reflections on how science and imagination come together to inspire exploration. And in this week’s What’s Up, Planetary Society Chief Scientist Bruce Betts joins Sarah to talk about his brand-new children’s books, “The Size of Space” and “Are We Alone?,” part of our growing series with Lerner Publishing Group. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2025-111-places-in-spaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could LISA detect primordial black holes or gravitational waves from the Big Bang? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-host Chuck Nice explore LISA and the future of gravitational wave astronomy with astrophysicist Kelly Holley-Bockelmann.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/gravitys-cosmic-symphony-with-kelly-holley-bockelmannThanks to our Patrons Bobby, Ron Abernethy, yogesh job, Jared Richardson, cgillies87, John .A, Russell Hughes, Andy Revans, Darkeiser, TRacey Rankin, Anna Elliott, Andres Ortiz, Vavilov, Jeremy Nadeau, Mr Wolfgang, NorCalPhys, Advait Aithal, Alii Torres, Cody Pflieger, David Mauricio Perez de la Peña, Tommy Hadden, Kayce Rawlins, Ryan, Brian Hendershot, jenna Mich, smopeh, Boris Bendikov, Eileen, Matt Zullow, James Pickney, Micheal del Campo, Marsya, MomShikib, Syaz S., Jacob Harasymenko, Kevin Ingalls, Tom Reed, Paul S AKA Paul Biberdork, Treven Price, Tatiana, The Eye Child, STEPHEN R SMALL, Jedi_B0mbadil, Milton Flávio S. Teixeira, Davey_D, Mathys Marselis, fungus finder, Micheal French, Ngakora Beal, Mike Schaar-Ney, Robert Lima, Adam Small, Gonzalo Galetto, Nathan, DC, DGS DGS, Don, Mike McClelland, Arthur Pew, Matthew Vierra, Jeppe Fjordside, Sydney Wolf, and Caleb Carter for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get Dr. Brian Keating's NEW Book for Only 0.99! This week only: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FN8DH6SX?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100 For over a century, cosmologists have believed that the universe began a single fiery moment. The Big Bang. But what if that story is incomplete? Or what if it's even wrong? My guest today, Professor Niayesh Afshordi, is a professor of astrophysics at the Perimeter Institute and the University of Waterloo. He and his colleague Bill Halpern argue that the real battle in science is over the mysteries of singularities, those points where our equations collapse and space, time and physics itself seem to break down. In a new book, Battle of the Big Bang, they take us inside the fight to understand whether the Big Bang was truly the beginning of it all, or whether it was just one chapter in a far stranger cosmic saga. KEY TAKEAWAYS 00:00:00 – Cosmologists no longer see the Big Bang as the beginning of time 00:11:01 – Singularity vs the later hot Big Bang phases like nucleosynthesis 00:12:13 – Survey of physicists shows “Big Bang” is understood differently 00:15:37 – Hawking and singularities 00:23:12 – Black hole information paradox remains unresolved after 50 years 00:30:26 – Religion remains a social tool 00:35:56 – The Simons Observatory was created to probe primordial gravitational waves in the CMB 00:39:50 – Scientific careers are constrained by funding and “hot topics” in research 00:41:17 – Science advances by tying ideas to observation, not just social structures 00:42:07 – Disagreement with Carlo Rovelli 00:44:54 – Competing quantum gravity models are ideas, not fully testable theories yet 00:46:14 – String theory, loop quantum gravity, and holography lack experimental evidence 00:47:55 – Cancellation of CMB Stage-4 highlights limits of experimental cosmology 00:49:14 – Afshordi views himself closer to an observer than a pure theorist 00:54:51 – Scientific progress benefits from bridging between communities 00:57:47 – Repulsive gravity in inflation avoids singularities but leaves open loopholes 01:01:00 – Singularity theorems can break down with quantum gravity or altered dimensions 01:03:05 – Our universe was born inside a black hole 01:06:16 – Future probes might let us see further back than the CMB 01:10:56 – Einstein unknowingly started the quest for quantum gravity - Additional resources: Get Niayesh Afshordi's book: https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Big-Bang-Cosmic-Origins/dp/0226830470 Get Dr. Brian Keating's NEW Book for Only 0.99! This week only: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FN8DH6SX?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100 Please join my mailing list here

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 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." The universe itself was spoken into existence. Light didn't gradually emerge—it was commanded: "Let there be light," and there was light. Matter, energy, space, time—all of it came into being through the power of divine speech. This is the blueprint of reality. Every star, every planet, every quantum particle exists because consciousness spoke it into form. The Big Bang wasn't just an explosion—it was the ultimate affirmation, the first and most powerful declaration that set everything in motion. Here's what most people miss about affirmations: You're not trying to convince some external deity to grant your wishes. You're not begging the universe for scraps. You are exercising the same creative power that brought the cosmos into existence. The same divine consciousness that spoke galaxies into being is the consciousness looking through your eyes right now. When you affirm, you're not hoping something might happen. You're declaring what IS happening from the perspective of your divine nature. Every word you speak with intention and feeling is a creative command that reality must obey, because you are not separate from the source of all creation—you ARE that source, individualized and expressing through this unique point of consciousness you call yourself. Think about this: If the infinite intelligence that created over two trillion galaxies is the same intelligence operating as your consciousness right now, what could possibly be impossible for you? What limitation could actually be real when you're connected to unlimited power? The only question is whether you're going to use this power consciously or unconsciously, deliberately or randomly.  

Dive into the wild, unfiltered energy of a livestream from Gephart's Beer Culture in NYC, where bar owner Matt, comedian Chris Ferretti, and larger-than-life locals Terrell and Daisy (aka Ducati Barbie) trade crude jokes, personal stories, and cosmic conspiracies. From gripes about street paving dust to debates over a Phillies game ball-snatching controversy, the crew veers into tales of kleptomaniac mothers, Rochester ghetto parties, and psychedelic visions of the Big Bang. Terrell's Samuel L. Jackson-style roasts and Daisy's freestyle dance moves collide with discussions of “3i Atlas,” a mysterious alien object, and the Hofbrau Dunkle beer of the week. This raw, hilarious, and slightly unhinged podcast captures the heart of NYC barroom banter, blending local chaos, family dysfunction, and extraterrestrial speculation in a whirlwind of laughter and profanity.

Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE for the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicatePerry Harnishfeger stumbles into a bar, still wearing a silk robe over his work clothes, desperate to tell someone—anyone—about the two women in the sports car who crowned him Prince of Darkness at a party where he may or may not have murdered his boss with his thoughts. The bartender pours him a double and asks if he wants to call the police, but Perry can't answer because he's not sure if the blood under his fingernails is real or if he's still at the party, dreaming he escaped. Did he participate in the “WITCHES' SABBATH?” | #RetroRadio EP0506CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:30.028 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Witches' Sabbath” (October 30, 1976)00:45:01.265 = CBC Mystery Theater, “The Ghost Town Hermit” (1968-1971) ***WD01:15:38.560 = Chet Chetter's Tales From The Morgue, “1-800-Big-Bang, Part 1” (1990-1992) ***WD01:43:40.728 = Chet Chetter's Tales From The Morgue, “1-800-Big-Bang, Part 2” (1990-1992) ***WD02:11:39.012 = The Clock, “Eddie” (November 13, 1947)02:40:26.924 = The Crime Club, “Murder Rents a Room” (June 05, 1947)03:09:39.377 = The Devil and Mr. O, “Paris Macabre” (February 04, 1972) ***WD03:38:13.759 = Diary of Fate, “Joe Mattuck” (March 16, 1948) ***WD04:06:42.469 = The Strange Dr. Weird, “The Man Who Knew Everything” (March 20, 1945) ***WD04:18:51.598 = The Creaking Door, “Girl, Gold, Getaway” (1960s-1970s) ***WD04:47:44.811 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =#ParanormalRadio #ScienceFiction #OldTimeRadio #OTR #OTRHorror #ClassicRadioShows #HorrorRadioShows #VintageRadioDramasCUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0506

In today's thought-provoking episode of The Atheist Experience, Forrest Valkai and Deconstruction Zone Justin dive into the persistence of bad arguments, the misinterpretation of scientific findings, and the profound impact of beliefs on personal and societal well-being.Rook in NY posits that belief in God isn't inherently bad, suggesting that in a "perfect world," individuals could hold such beliefs privately without negative consequences. Justin and Forrest counter that religious beliefs inevitably influence behavior and policy, citing historical examples of religiously motivated oppression and arguing that even private beliefs can hinder personal growth and societal progress, as beliefs don't stay in a vacuum. Rook ultimately acknowledges his point's shortcomings upon deeper scrutiny. What are the broader implications of beliefs that remain unchallenged?Simone in United Kingdom presents a syllogism, arguing that if thoughts are part of reality and we think God exists, then God exists as part of that reality. The hosts challenge this, asking if imagining a creature means it truly exists, and if this is a genuine reason for belief or a fear of hell. Simone reveals she is still in the early stages of deconstructing her Christian upbringing and has more questions than answers. How does one navigate a deconstruction journey when fundamental beliefs are questioned?Brisbane in AZ questions satanic atheism, claiming an AI overview suggests it promotes self-indulgence and a rejection of altruism. Forest refutes this by reading the Satanic Temple's actual tenets, which include compassion and justice, and critiques Brisbane's reliance on inaccurate AI summaries over primary sources. The discussion highlights the dangers of trusting AI for complex information and the importance of critical thinking in evaluating belief systems. What role should AI play in informing one's understanding of complex philosophical or religious concepts?Robert in GA challenges the hosts on Jesus's fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and asserts that the complexity of life necessitates a creator, claiming the Big Bang violates thermodynamics. Justin explains how Robert's cited prophecies are taken out of context and not messianic, while Forest refutes the scientific claims, pointing to evolution and the accurate understanding of thermodynamics. The hosts urge Robert to engage with actual scientific and biblical scholarship rather than relying on misinformed arguments. How do individuals overcome ingrained misinformation when seeking truth?Hindu in India argues that consciousness, rather than emerging from the brain, is an ultimate reality of the universe, aligning with the Vedic concept of Brahman. Justin and Forest press for empirical evidence, pointing to how brain modifications alter personality, contradicting the idea of consciousness as an external driver. The hosts emphasize that materialism offers an evidence-based framework for consciousness, while idealism often relies on presuppositions. What scientific breakthroughs would truly bridge the gap between materialist and idealist views of consciousness?Robin in FL shares a family claim that a "spark of life" at conception, supposedly visible during horse breeding, proves the existence of a soul. Justin and Forest clarify that this "spark" is a scientific observation of zinc release during fertilization, not a visible soul, often misinterpreted from studies on mice. They question the logical extensions of this argument, such as mice having souls, and the implications for asexual reproduction. How do scientific findings become distorted and adopted into religious or spiritual narratives?Chris in KS raises the question of circular reasoning in Old Testament prophecies applied to Jesus, particularly Isaiah 7. Justin affirms this circularity, explaining that such prophecies often require secondary interpretations not supported by their original context, challenging the criteria for true prophecy. Forest then discusses gender, distinguishing it from sex as a fluid, socially constructed spectrum not bound by a binary, and encourages self-reflection for deeper understanding. How can an individual reconcile deeply held religious beliefs with evolving scientific and social understandings?Thank you so much Richard for being here thank you Forest and thank you crew we'll see you again next week uh same time same place 5:30 uh Eastern time 4:30 Central time bye!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.

The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling New Puzzles, Speculative Theories, and the Future of the Hunt Headline: Dark Crisis Deepens with Anomalous Galaxies and Emergent Gravity Theories The search for dark matter faces new challenges, such as the discovery of dwarf galaxies (e.g., DF44, the Dragonfly Galaxy) that appear to lack dark matter, posing a problem for both standard dark matter theory and MOND. With direct WIMP detection still elusive, physicists explore highly speculative theories: primordial black holes (black holes born in the Big Bang), fuzzy dark matter, or decaying dark matter, though these lack observational evidence. Theoreticians like Erik Verlinde propose "emergent gravity," suggesting gravity is not fundamental but arises from a deeper reality, which could imply dark matter doesn't exist at all. The ongoing search involves particle physics, underground experiments, powerful telescopes like the future Extremely Large Telescope, and the International Space Station's AMS experiment looking for antimatter signals, as scientists continue to refine theories and devise new ways to observe the unseen 1956

The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling The Big Bang's Clues: Non-Baryonic Matter and Failed Candidates Headline: Cosmic Evolution Demands New Matter; Neutrinos Fall Short The universe's evolution from the smooth, hot state after the Big Bang to its current clumpy structure of galaxies and clusters requires far more gravity than visible matter can provide. Everything we know, from atoms to stars, is classified as baryonic matter. However, the nature of dark matter must be different; it cannot be composed of atoms and is thus termed non-baryonic matter. In the early 1970s, Albert Bosma used radio telescopes to observe hydrogen gas far beyond visible galactic edges, confirming the widespread anomalous rotation curves found by Rubin and Ford. Early dark matter candidates included neutrinos, but their light, fast-moving nature ("hot dark matter") meant they would clump on vast scales first, contradicting observations of early small clumps. This led to the conclusion that dark matter must be "cold" and slow-moving. 1959

The Elephant in the Universe: 100-year search for dark matter Author: Govert Schilling Echoes of the Big Bang and Deep Underground Searches for WIMPs Headline: CMB Confirms Dark Matter and Energy; XENON Searches Remain Elusive The Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB), the oldest light in the universe from a few hundred thousand years after the Big Bang, provides crucial evidence for dark matter and dark energy. Analysis of its tiny temperature and density fluctuations precisely determines the universe's composition, independently confirming the need for both dark matter and dark energy even without other observations. Meanwhile, the direct hunt for WIMPs continues in deep underground laboratories like Gran Sasso in Italy, where massive, shielded experiments containing materials like liquid xenon aim to detect the exceedingly rare collisions of dark matter particles with atomic nuclei. These "xenon wars" have, to date, yielded "null results," intensifying the mystery. Only the DAMA experiment, using sodium iodide crystals, claims to have detected a seasonal dark matter effect, but its results remain unconfirmed by other teams. 1952