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The Quanta Podcast

Quanta Magazine
Mathematics
Evolution
Telescope Conjecture
Topology
Underground Microbes
Quantum Computing
Exoplanets
YZ Seti-B
Genes
Michael Hopkins
Exotic Spheres
Algebraic K-Theory
Homotopy Theory
Maps Between Spheres
James Webb Space Telescope
Synthetic Biology
Dark Oxygen
Mars
Algorithms
Quantum Algorithms

Exploring the distant universe, the insides of cells, the abstractions of math, the complexity of information itself, and much more, The Quanta Podcast is a tour of the frontier between the known and the unknown. In each episode, Quanta Magazine Editor-in-Chief Samir Patel speaks with the minds behind the award-winning publication to navigate through some of the most important and mind-expanding q... more

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Latest Episodes

It’s been difficult to find important questions that quantum computers can answer faster than classical machines, but a new algorithm appears to do it for some critical optimization tasks.

The story Quantum Speedup Found for Huge Class of Hard Probl... more

“Memory” means many things to many people, and in many fields. We tend to understand memory to be a phenomenon that happens primarily in the brain, but in recent years, researchers have understood memory as a physical phenomenon that can occur in ple... more

The climate is changing. So is the way we understand the climate. On this week's episode, contributing writer Zack Savitsky joins host Samir Patel to discuss his recent reporting on the rich history and uncertain future of climate modeling, the field... more

Rare and powerful compounds, known as keystone molecules, can build a web of invisible interactions among species.

The story A New, Chemical View of Ecosystems first appeared on Quanta Magazine.

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Recent Guests

Zack Savitsky
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Episode: Climate Modeling Is at a Crossroads
Stephen Ornes
Science and math journalist and Quanta contributing writer
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Episode: AI's Dark Side Is Only a Nudge Away
Robin George Andrews
Science journalist and Quanta contributing writer
Quanta Magazine
Episode: Earth’s Core Appears To Be Leaking Up and Out of Earth’s Surface
Andrew Krupven
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Episode: Audio Edition: Undergraduate Upends a 40-Year-Old Data Science Conjecture
Martin Farage Colton
Co-author of the Tiny Pointers paper and former professor at Rutgers University
New York University
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William Kuzmaul
Co-author of the Tiny Pointers paper and affiliated with Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
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Alex Conway
Commentator from Cornell Tech
Cornell Tech
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Guy Blelock
Commentator from Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon
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Sapir Asadi
Commentator from the University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
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Hosts

Samir Patel
Editor-in-Chief of Quanta Magazine, who engages with cutting-edge scientific topics and brings a wealth of knowledge to discussions about fundamental research in science and mathematics.
Susan Vallott
Host of the Quanta Audio Edition, contributing to the presentation and narration of key scientific stories and insights from the publication.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Well Done

    An excellent source of fascinating and well researched information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Velvet Thunder
    United States18 days ago
  • A joy to listen to

    This is what the world needs more of. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Astrocyte8
    United Statesa month ago
  • Is mathematics mostly chaos or mostly orderly

    Bingo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radlw
    United States3 months ago
  • Unique and mind expanding

    Always a treat to be transported to new intellectual frontiers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zaptrax
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a really fun science podcast with interesting content and very good writing. Presented in a concise style without excessive fluff and detail. Very good variety of clips from experts mixed with the narration. Love it overall. The only complaint I have is that they really need better audio equipment. Listening to this podcast immediately after any other makes for a jarring transition to pinched, muffled voice recording audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peterxv
    United States7 months ago

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Climate Modeling Is at a Crossroads
Q: Why are local scales still hard to model despite advances in computing power?
As models become more sophisticated, they're being asked questions they weren't designed to answer, showing discrepancies against real-world observations.
Climate Modeling Is at a Crossroads
Q: Where does the push to model the Earth's atmosphere come from historically?
It goes back to early human attempts to understand climate and weather, evolving with the introduction of computers like ENIAC.
Climate Modeling Is at a Crossroads
Q: What do today's climate models do well, and what are they still falling short on?
They excel in measuring long-term global properties but struggle with local and regional predictions, partly due to unpredictable human factors.
Climate Modeling Is at a Crossroads
Q: What is the big idea of the story that you put together for us?
It's to understand our home planet, focusing on how we've built a digital reconstruction and how society has responded to those predictions.
AI's Dark Side Is Only a Nudge Away
Q: Is there a thought or a mechanism by which alignment could potentially be embedded deeper in an AI?
Many groups are looking for deeper ways to align AI models, but we don't have a good idea going forward.

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Focusing on the intersection of science and mathematics, a curated selection of discussions revolves around vital advancements and explorations in various fields, including physics, computer science, climate science, and the intricacies of human memory and perception. Conversations often feature groundbreaking research, expert insights, and new frameworks that challenge existing theories, making them thought-provoking for both enthusiasts and professionals alike. Known for its clear and concise presentation, this show covers profound questions that shape our understanding of the universe, encouraging listeners to engage with complex ideas and sparking curiosity about the fundamental nature of reality.

Additionally, there is a strong emphas... more

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