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The Origins Podcast with Lawrence Krauss

Lawrence M. Krauss
Free Speech
Cancel Culture
Quantum Computing
Supercommunicators
Nuclear War
Astrophysics
AI Safety
Academia
Foundation For Individual Rights In Expression (FIRE)
Shapiro Effect
Emotional Intelligence
Communication
Glutamate
Gaza
Ukraine
Dark Energy
Loop Quantum Gravity
Black Holes
Natural Selection
Science Education

The Origins Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most interesting people in the world about the issues that impact all of us in the 21st century. Host, theoretical physicist, lecturer, and author, Lawrence M. Krauss, will be joined by guests from a wide range of fields, including science, the arts, and journalism. The topics discussed on The Origins Podcast reflect the full ran... more

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I’m back with my friend and colleague Sabine Hossenfelder for another episode of “What’s New in Science”. I think this is one of my favorite dialogues that we have had. Spending time with Sabine was a nice chance to step away from my physics lecture ... more

Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic, as Arthur C. Clarke put it. In that spirit, the way we get closest to “magic” in physics is not by memorizing more facts or equations, but by learning a few mental tools that help ... more

New Year’s Eve always comes with that familiar urge to clean the slate, toss out what didn’t hold up, and keep what actually earned its place. That’s basically the spirit of our latest “What’s New in Science” episode with Sabine Hossenfelder.

We beg... more

On this week’s episode of The Origins Podcast, I ended up in a place I genuinely never expected to go: the humble “like” button. When the idea first landed in my inbox, my reaction was basically, why on Earth would anyone write a whole book about tha... more

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Diana McLain Smith
Consultant and thought leader focused on societal change
Author of 'Remaking the Space Between Us'
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Gad Saad
Professor and co-author of The War on Science
Episode: Gad Saad: Final Episode of The War on Science Interviews
Karleen Gribble
Researcher with a focus on breastfeeding and maternal health
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Episode: Karleen Gribble | The War on Science Interviews | Day 20
Dorian Abbot
Contributor to The War on Science and an advocate for free inquiry in science
Episode: Dorian Abbot | The War on Science Interviews | Day 21
Judith Suissa
Philosopher of education, interested in the intersection of education and societal values
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Alice Sullivan
Professor of sociology focused on quantitative sociology
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Moti Gorin
Bioethicist with a focus on biomedical ethics
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Alex Byrne
Philosopher and Lawrence Rockefeller Professor of Philosophy at MIT
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Lawrence Krauss
Host of a podcast that features thoughtful discussions with leading thinkers on various scientific, cultural, and social issues.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • A real approach for improving civilization.

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  • Hope

    The Earth needs leadership based on reality, knowledge and humility. Thank you for sharing this knowledge and wisdom and humility

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    Newnham2112Pratt
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Really?

    With science undergoing so much assault, especially in the Trump administration, all you can talk about is DEI? Like…really?

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    vybgior
    United States5 months ago
  • Irony

    It’s ironic that the book’s critique of the DEI (EDI) policy in the academia reflects the voices of a fairly homogeneous group, i.e. predominantly white, North American, or European (with a few exceptions like Gad Saad and Luana Maroja). While I agree that the DEI policy, pushed to its limits, can negatively impact the quality of academic scholarship and research (initially), in the absence of a strong DEI policy, people of indigenous and underserved groups will never have the chance to better ... more

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  • Amazing

    This podcast is nourishment for the mind

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Listeners appreciate the informative and thought-provoking nature of the conversations, particularly in addressing underexplored scientific and political issues.
The podcast offers a platform for controversial ideas, which appeals to those interested in free speech and the integrity of academic discourse.

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Gad Saad: Final Episode of The War on Science Interviews
Q: Do you think that the book can still resonate with the public at large?
Krauss hopes the book will attract a broad audience by featuring contributions from well-known academics alongside lesser-known scholars.
Dorian Abbot | The War on Science Interviews | Day 21
Q: What are the three principles you argue are essential for separating science and politics in academia?
Abbot highlights that scientists should be able to say what they want, universities must be neutral on social and political issues, and hiring should be based on merit.
Dorian Abbot | The War on Science Interviews | Day 21
Q: Why did you choose to self-censor in academia?
Dorian Abbot explains that he avoided campus gatherings for years because he feared that voicing his opinions would lead to problems, making it hard to keep track of what was acceptable to say.
Peter Boghossian | The War on Science Interviews | Day 16
Q: Why is there a difference in how academia handles plagiarism compared to other professions like firefighting or air traffic control?
Boghossian argues that academia tends to overlook plagiarism to preserve ideological narratives, unlike other fields where credentials are strictly enforced for competency, emphasizing the importance of accountability in academia.
Geoff Horsman | The War on Science Interviews | Day 13
Q: What are the consequences of claiming underrepresentation without adequate evidence?
Horsman points out that making such claims without evidence can lead to harmful hiring practices and further distortions in academia.

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This podcast features in-depth conversations with influential thinkers from various fields, engaging with topics that define contemporary society in the 21st century. The discussions cover a wide array of subjects, primarily focusing on science, culture, and critical issues impacting humanity, often highlighting the intersection of scientific inquiry with social and political themes. Episodes delve into matters such as quantum physics, the implications of social media, scientific integrity, and the dynamics of free speech in academia, offering listeners a blend of entertainment and enlightenment on complex topics.

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