
The Quark Side is a quantum physics podcast that explores the strange foundations of reality—from quarks and fields to spacetime, uncertainty, and the limits of knowledge. Each episode breaks down cutting-edge research and deep ideas in modern physics with clarity, rigor, and curiosity, revealing how the quantum world shapes everything we observe.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 64 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologySciencePhysics | |||

New theoretical research suggests that black holes may not contain the infinitely dense singularities long predicted by classical physics.
Physicist Francesco Di Filippo proposes that electromagnetic repulsion and Hawking radiation could prevent tot... more
NVision Quantum Technologies has achieved a major breakthrough by using specially engineered organic molecules as quantum bits for information processing.
By designing light-responsive molecular qubits with precise chemical tuning, researchers aim t... more
Researchers propose that time itself may exist in a quantum superposition, allowing a single clock to evolve at multiple rates simultaneously. Using ultra-cold atomic ion clocks and emerging quantum computing technologies, scientists hope to detect m... more
Scientists have confirmed the existence of Altermagnets, a newly recognized class of magnetism that combines key properties of both ferromagnets and antiferromagnets.
These materials can transport spin-polarized electronic currents without generatin... more
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At first I enjoyed the easily digestible information, but two episodes in, I found this podcast deeply off-putting.
The hosts were too cheesy and their interactions on difficult topics far too frictionless. Particularly problematic is the male AI mansplaining everything to a female AI, who plays the unfortunate role of a prop. Sometimes a Big Bird who has not a clue, sometimes the Watson who effortlessly understands in order to tee up the next point Mr. Male AI wants to make.
I’m all for AI. I... more
Don’t bother.
Sometimes, admittedly, it takes me a few listens to follow along, but that’s because I never studied physics at any level so I’m on a steep learning curve. It is presented in plain English, which is great for the novice and learned alike.
I really enjoy the content, and it’s presented in an easily digestible way so people not in the field can understand it. Lost a star bc I feel the description “This episode includes AI-generated content” is erring on the side of lie by omission since that makes it sound like some of it was written by AI not (as is the case) completely written and narrated by AI. To be clear I like AI, I think it’s great and don’t think it takes away from the quality at all. But I do feel a certain way about bein... more
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This show routinely explores the strange foundations of reality through quantum physics, often anchoring discussions in recent experiments, theory, and the intersection with gravity and cosmology. Episodes spotlight hands-on work—from massive-particle superpositions and quantum sensing to quantum networking and the practical hurdles of scaling quantum technologies—while unpacking interpretations, experimental design, and potential future applications. Notable strengths include rigorous, accessible explanations of cutting-edge research and the involvement of university and national lab scientists who push the boundaries of quantum theory and measurement, making complex ideas approachable for technically minded listeners. A recurring appeal i... more
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Recent guests on The Quark Side include:
1. Stiffan Alexander
2. Aaron Huay
3. Heliudson Bernardo
4. Shin-Yu Peng
5. Francesco Berrentani
6. Emil Vinyas-Boostrom
7. Michael Rubehausen
8. Thomas Scaffidi
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