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NOVA Presents

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Consciousness
Neuroscience
Psychology
Psychedelics
Black Holes
AI Integration
Memory
Quantum Mechanics
Resilience
Perception
General Relativity
Paleobotany
Artificial Intelligence
Scientific Inquiry
Earth's Geological History
Fossilization Process
Climate Change
Increasing Functional Information
Evolution
Deep Fakes

Ever wonder what's really going on in the world of science? We've got you covered. Join us for conversations with the researchers making tomorrow's breakthroughs, deep dives into the universe's biggest mysteries, and clear explanations of the discoveries that matter most. We're talking climate breakthroughs, space mysteries, AI developments, and quantum leaps, all explained by the people doing the... more

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Talking, singing, even dancing — they all trace back to a rare superpower: vocal learning. But humans aren’t the only animals that have it. Neuroscientist Erich Jarvis has spent his career decoding the mysterious ability to imitate sounds, a key ingr... more

Your brain does all kinds of strange things — and neuroscientist Heather Berlin wants to explain how it works. In this episode, she joins Hakeem to explore the mysteries of the mind: how consciousness works, how your brain constructs reality, and how... more

The universe loves making things complicated. From minerals and microbes to languages and societies, complexity keeps showing up — but why? Astrobiologist Mike Wong and mineralogist Bob Hazen think we’re missing a law of nature to explain this phenom... more

Black holes get a bad rap. They’ve been cast as the monsters of the cosmos — gobbling up stars and stretching anything that gets too close into cosmic spaghetti. But Black Hole expert Janna Levin has spent her career decoding these mysterious objects... more

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Recent Guests

Janna Levin
Astrophysicist and expert on black holes, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College.
Barnard College
Episode: Black Hole Badass
Hany Farid
Professor at UC Berkeley and chief science officer at GetReal Labs, focusing on digital forensics and misinformation.
UC Berkeley, GetReal Labs
Episode: The Deepfake Detective

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Hakeem Oluseyi
Scientist and host of Particles of Thought, known for his engaging approach to discussing complex scientific topics and making them relatable to the audience.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 277 ratings
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    Love this podcast!!!!!

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    Excellent thought provoking television are public jewels. This was a good introduction to how Masterpiece theater evolved.

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Listeners appreciate the clear explanations and engaging storytelling, often noting how the content makes complex science feel accessible and relatable.
The host's ability to connect with audiences through relatable narratives is frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Overall, the educational value and relevant scientific discussions are praised, especially in connection to current events and significant breakthroughs.
There are mixed feelings about specific presentation elements, with some expressing a dislike for background music that distracts from the verbal content.

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Bob & Mike's Big Idea: A New Law of Nature
Q: How do you know, how do you test to determine if you're on to something?
By looking for evolving systems that become more patterned, complex, and interesting over time.
Bob & Mike's Big Idea: A New Law of Nature
Q: Are we imposing on nature something that isn't intrinsic to nature?
Functions are important; it's not just about fixed properties like mass.
Bob & Mike's Big Idea: A New Law of Nature
Q: Where do you get your swag, by the way?
The swag comes from thinking about the job as scientists, generating bold hypotheses and testing them rigorously.

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This show offers insightful conversations with researchers at the forefront of scientific discovery, making complex ideas accessible to listeners. It covers a wide range of topics from climate science and space exploration to artificial intelligence and quantum mechanics. The format emphasizes the importance of clear explanations and engaging storytelling, making difficult concepts easier to understand while inviting curiosity about the universe's mysteries. Each episode is designed to connect listeners with the latest advancements and thought-provoking discussions in science.

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