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Big Bang Productions Inc.

A podcast about how we understand the world, scientifically and as humans. Each conversation brings together visionaries from the worlds of arts, sciences, humanities, and technology discussing the nature of reality and how we collaborate to create the future. Hosted by Dr Brian Keating, Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor of Physics at UC San Diego. For show notes go to:  https://briankeating.com/podcast

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

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Will AI ever surpass human intelligence, discover new laws of physics, and solve the greatest mysteries of our universe? 

This week on Into the Impossible, I explore the potential and dangers of artificial intelligence with none other than Max Tegmark! 

Max Tegmark is a renowned physicist and machine learning expert who dedicated his career to uncovering the mathematical fabric of reality, proposing that our universe itself might be a vast mathematical structure and that we could be living in a multiverse of endless possibilities. His work goes beyond physics to tackle the transformative power and ethical challenges of artificial intelligence, an area where he believes humanity must tread carefully.

In the second part of our fascinating interview, we discuss the development of AI, the impact it will have on science, and our role in all of this. 

Tune in to discover if AI will ever surpass human intelligence!

Check out the first part of our interview, where we discuss his mathematical universe hypothesis, the search for extraterrestrial life, and AI’s role in science: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFO5lzA_0Og 

Key Takeaways: 

00:00 Intro

00:28 Is AI limited by embodiment? 

10:52 The challenges in AI research 

14:53 The role of regulation in AI development 

29:53 How AI is going to impact education and science

39:20 Do we need quantum computation for human intelligence? 

44:50 Fantastic final four

50:45 Outro 

Additional resources: 

📚 Life 3.0 by Max Tegmark: https://a.co/d/d08r0FJ 

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Max Tegmark: Will AI Surpass Human Intelligence? [Ep. 469]

Get ready to embark on a cosmic journey with Jason Steffen, author of Hidden in the Heavens and one of the brilliant minds behind the groundbreaking Kepler Mission. This live episode of The INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE Podcast promises to be an unmissable masterclass in exoplanet science, filled with awe-inspiring discoveries, behind-the-scenes stories, and lessons that redefine our place in the cosmos.

What You’ll Discover:

🚀 The Kepler Mission’s Epic Journey: Learn how a team of visionaries overcame two decades of challenges to launch a space telescope that revolutionized planetary science.

🌍 Earth’s Place in the Universe: What have 5,000+ exoplanets taught us about the possibility of finding Earth-like worlds—and the uniqueness of our own planet?

💡 Breakthroughs That Changed Science Forever: From “hot Jupiters” to the unexpected diversity of planetary systems, explore how Kepler rewrote the rulebook on planetary formation.

👩‍🔬 Inspiration for Aspiring Scientists: Hear Jason’s advice for navigating uncertainty, thriving in collaborative missions, and turning curiosity into impactful discoveries.

🔭 The Future of Exoplanet Research: With the James Webb Space Telescope building on Kepler’s legacy, what’s next in the search for life beyond Earth?

Why You Can’t Miss This:

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s an educational experience for anyone fascinated by the cosmos, science, or humanity’s eternal quest to answer the biggest questions. Whether you’re a seasoned scientist, a student of the stars, or simply curious about our place in the universe, this episode will leave you inspired and enlightened.
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How Kepler Found One Planet Every Day: Jason Steffen [Ep. 470]

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How should we communicate big ideas? How do science and poetry differ in their communication of knowledge? And can poetry enhance our understanding of cosmology? 

Today, I’m joined by the renowned theoretical physicist and author of the thought-provoking book “Origins,” Joseph Conlon. In his book, Joseph reveals the origins of our universe through two long-form poems. With his extensive expertise in cosmology and philosophical thought, he sheds light on how the language of science not only explains the cosmos but also inspires us to reflect on the deeper meanings behind the laws that govern it. We also dive deep into string theory, string theory alternatives, and the current state of physics. 

Tune in to learn more about the intersection of poetry and science! 

Key Takeaways: 

00:00 Intro

00:50 How science and poetry communicate

04:10 Judging a book by its cover

07:04 How can poetry enhance our understanding of cosmology?

08:26 Why are physicists condescending to art? 

10:35 Elements and structures in Origins 

15:27 String theory and string theory alternatives 

22:27 String theory, extra dimensions, and dark matter

28:12 The philosophy of science and science communication 

32:16 How AI is changing education and art

34:30 Whitman or Feynman? 

38:40 Joseph’s personal journey with physics and poetry 

40:49 Outro 

Additional resources: 

➡️ Learn more about Joseph Conlon:

📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-conlon-338aaa23/ 
📚 Origins: https://amzn.eu/d/2hybmbq 

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How Poetry Can Enhance Our Knowledge of Cosmology with Joseph Conlon [Ep. 471]

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Is Elon Musk’s plan to colonize Mars realistic? How does cosmic insignificance shape our understanding of humanity? And why do science and astrology clash so fundamentally?

Here to dive deep into some of humanity's most profound questions is none other than Neil deGrasse Tyson! Tyson, of course, needs no introduction. He’s a renowned astrophysicist, author, and science communicator who frequently appears in the media to discuss topics ranging from the universe to the intersection of science and culture. His charismatic style and passion for education have made him one of the most recognizable figures in the scientific community.

In this in-depth interview, we explore cosmic insignificance, Elon Musk’s Mars ambitions, astrology, our obsession with politics, social media, AI, journalistic integrity, and much more.

Tune in to discover what Neil really thinks about some of the most pressing questions of our time!

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Key Takeaways: 

00:00:00 Intro

00:16:38 Cosmic insignificance therapy 

00:27:39 Judging a book by its cover

00:49:04 Debunking astrology 

00:55:15 Life on Mars and panspermia 

01:02:55 The giant-impact hypothesis 

01:09:04 Elon Musk’s plan to colonize Mars

01:23:45 Journalism, social media, and our obsession with politics

01:40:10 Audience questions 

01:45:02 The impact of AI on education 

01:51:02 Fusion ignition and its implications 

01:56:25 The great filter

02:02:03 Outro 

Additional resources: 

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➡️ Learn more about Neil deGrasse Tyson:

📱 Website: https://neildegrassetyson.com/ 
🔔 StarTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StarTalk 
📚 Merlin’s Tour of the Universe Revised: https://a.co/d/3cBz3m8 

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Neil deGrasse Tyson Delivers a Harsh Reality Check on Elon Musk’s Mars Plan [Ep. 472]

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What are the current limitations of AI? What advancements do we need to achieve human-like intelligence? And how can we develop AI safely to align with our values? 

Here today to offer us an astounding look behind the scenes of AI development is Meta’s chief AI scientist, Yann LeCun! Yann is a pioneer in AI and a Turing Award winner who has been at the forefront of major breakthroughs in machine learning and neural networks. As the architect behind transformative AI technologies, Yann joins us to demystify the path toward human-level intelligence and the challenges that lie ahead. He also introduces the Joint Embedding Predictive Architecture (JEPA), a potential game-changer for enabling AI to model and predict complex real-world scenarios.

Tune in for a look into the future of AI!

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Key Takeaways: 

00:00:00 Intro

00:04:11 Is AI barely as smart as a cat?

00:08:50 Joint-Embedding Predictive Architecture (JEPA) 

00:30:25 Comparing self-supervised learning and dark matter 

00:39:23 AGI and human-level intelligence 

00:51:50 Preventing loss of control over powerful AI

01:02:45 Future of AI and education 

01:10:56 What was Yann wrong about?

01:12:14 Outro 

Additional resources: 

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📱 Website: https://yann.lecun.com/ 
✖️ Twitter: https://x.com/ylecun 

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Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun: The Path Toward Human-Level Intelligence in AI

In 2007, Erik Viirre, Associate Director of the Clarke Center, was fortunate to share a unique experience with the great Stephen Hawking: taking him into zero gravity. He shares his remembrance of the intellectual giant with Brian Keating here, in honor of Hawking's passing on March 14, 2018.
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Bonus Episode: Remembering Stephen Hawking (#15b)

We’re continuing our conversation from episode 14 about alien contact by focusing on language barriers: barriers betweens humans and aliens, humans and animals, and, in what some consider the most alien encounter of all, between scientists and artists. With acclaimed science fiction writer Ted Chiang, dolphin researcher Christine Johnson, and visual artist Lisa Korpos.
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Alien Contact: Part 2 (#016)

On May 8th, the Clarke Center will host an evening of Graphic Science: Comics Engage the Cosmos. In advance of that, associate director Brian Keating chatted with Jorge Cham, creator of PHD Comics, and Daniel Whiteson, physicist at UC Irvine, about their new book We Have No Idea: A Guide to the Unknown Universe, a witty, creative look at the biggest open questions in cosmology.
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Graphic Science (#017)

How is the internet changing our humanity, and what can we do about it? We explore these questions and more with Antonio Garcia Martinez (author of Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley) and Douglas Rushkoff (author most recently of Throwing Rocks at the Google Bus and host of the fantastic podcast Team Human).
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Internet of All Kinds of Things (#018)

In a ranging conversation, associate director Brian Keating interviews the preeminent scientist and thinker Freeman Dyson, discussing his career in science and letters, the role of creativity and subversiveness, the perils of prizes, and how nature always shows more imagination than we do.
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Nature Has More Imagination (#019)

How history can shape science, and how science can change the tide of history? NYU Professor Matthew Stanley is our guest, here to discuss about his latest book: Einstein's War: How Relativity Triumphed Amid the Vicious Nationalism of World War I . Brian Keating, associate director of the Clarke Center and professor of physics at UC San Diego, talked to Professor Stanley about his interest in the history of science and the relationship between science and society. We learn about Einstein's first failed attempt at proving his theories with a disastrous expedition at the outbreak of WW I in 1914, and Arthur Eddington's 1919 solar eclipse experiment that made Einstein famous around the world.
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Matthew Stanley & Einstein’s War (#023)

Matthew Stanley & Einstein’s War (#023)

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