Best Relational Gravity Podcasts (2025)

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When Love Feels Like a Threat 22:24

3h ago22:24

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Send us a text When Love Feels Like a Threat: Healing Anxious Attachment 🎙 The Voyages Cast with Eddie Eccker What if the ache you feel in love isn’t insecurity, but a survival response? In this episode, Eddie unpacks the painful reality of anxious attachment: when love feels more like holding your breath than exhaling. From the spiral of “Do they …

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Would a compass work on the Moon? 18:31

5h ago18:31

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Dr Chris with more answers to listener science questions: why was the discovery of the Higgs boson worthy of a Nobel Prize? Are birth rates falling around the world? How do we prevent HPV? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy Dr Chris Smith

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Can a person be cloned? 20:25

4d ago20:25

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Dr Chris answers listener questions including, how effective is the flu shot? Is there anything doctors don't want their patients to know? Do our eyes stay the same size through our lives? Could working in a dusty cement environment lead to health problems? When someone has dementia, how long will they live? Will doctors prescribe remedies purely t…

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Why Being ‘Right’ is Killing Your Marriage 11:52

11d ago11:52

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Send us a text In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host and therapist Eddie Eccker explores how the need to be “right” in your relationship might be quietly sabotaging your connection. If you’ve ever walked away from an argument feeling victorious but emotionally distant, this one’s for you. Eddie unpacks how our obsession with being right often st…

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When did life start evolving sex? 21:17

15d ago21:17

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Dr Chris answers questions on CapeTalk, including: how often should we wash our clothes? Is there a relationship between the Earth's gravity and magnetic field? Are the magnetic poles moving? Is there a distinction between North and South? Why don't adult teeth grow back like children's teeth? Can we reconcile science and spirituality? Why does my …

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The 6-Second Kiss & the 20-Second Hug: Small Habits That Heal Big Wounds 11:18

17d ago11:18

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Send us a text You don’t need a weekend retreat or a five-hour heart-to-heart to reconnect with your partner. Sometimes, all it takes is six seconds of presence. In this episode, Eddie unpacks the surprising power of two tiny but transformative rituals—the 6-second kiss and the 20-second hug. Backed by research from Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Paul Za…

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What determines the speed of your internet? 23:10

27d ago23:10

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Why is February only 28 days long? Is there a link between red meat, testosterone, and male violence? Is there a 'best' LLM? Can macular degeneration cause you to go blind? What do we know about the big bang? What determines the speed of your internet? Does an autoimmune system attack random parts of the body? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have …

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Your Relational Memory Sucks! The Peak end Rule & Love 12:48

19d ago12:48

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Send us a text Your Relational Memory Sucks! The Peak-End Rule & Love Are you remembering your relationship accurately, or just holding onto the emotional high and the painful goodbye? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host Eddie Eccker unpacks how our brains actually remember love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Drawing on powerful resea…

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Gravity for the Anxious: Grounding Techniques to Calm Panic and Reclaim Your Body 13:28

24d ago13:28

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Send us a text Anxiety doesn’t just hijack your thoughts—it takes over your body. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Eddie Eccker breaks down what grounding really is, why it works (spoiler: it’s neuroscience, not just self-help), and how to start using it right now to stop panic in its tracks. You’ll learn: What grounding is and how it helps regu…

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Should dogs sleep inside the house? 19:15

1M ago19:15

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Ask! The Naked Scientist covers questions including, are we humans the universe's consciousness? Is the presence of dimethyl sulphide on an exoplanet a sure sign of life? Have scientists been able to establish where the Garden of Eden is? If I decide not to breastfeed, what happens to the milk I produce? Can I benefit from the nutrients? Like this …

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Why Did We Stop Talking? 16:19

26d ago16:19

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Send us a text Why Did We Stop Talking? Episode Description: It didn’t end in a fight. There was no explosion. Just less. Less laughter. Less eye contact. Less reaching across the bed—until eventually, there was silence. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores the quiet unraveling of modern r…

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The Mountain of Intimacy: How Separate Growth Heals and Strengthens Marriage 19:04

1M ago19:04

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Send us a text The Mountain of Intimacy: How Separate Growth Heals and Strengthens Marriage - To Read the Full Article Click here What if the way to build deeper intimacy in your marriage isn’t by fixing your partner—but by growing yourself? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, host Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie unpacks The Mountain o…

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Are gravity and magnetism related? 23:20

1M ago23:20

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In this week's Ask!, Dr Chris explains what we know about deja vu (have we had this one before?) Also, what might have been behind the major power outages in Spain, and what exactly was the Carrington Event? What causes the differences between summer and winter here on Earth? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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The Stories That Keep You Fighting: Marriage, Politics, and the Trap of Certainty 10:18

1M ago10:18

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Send us a text In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Eddie explores the invisible stories shaping how we experience marriage, politics, and everyday life. Most of us don’t realize we’re swimming in narratives we’ve built—narratives that can trap us in blame, outrage, and certainty without ever questioning if they’re true. Through relatable examples f…

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Does the shingles vaccine reduce risk of dementia? 23:07

2M ago23:07

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Are there signs of life on another planet? Could a shingles vaccine prevent dementia? Do artificial sweeteners increase our appetite? How is obesity measured? Could there ever be a dementia vaccine? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have all the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Is Marriage a Scam? Breaking Down Relationships, Myths, and Meaning 10:14

2M ago10:14

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Send us a text Is marriage really a scam, or is that just the pain of failed relationships talking? On this episode of The Voyage Cast, we’re tackling one of the most polarizing questions about modern relationships. Join host Eddie as he digs into the myths surrounding marriage, why so many people feel disillusioned by it, and what true commitment …

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Are girls better at maths than boys? 17:08

2M ago17:08

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In Ask! the Naked Scientist, Dr Chris answers medical enquiries such as: why a pacemaker may cause some discomfort. Why might you get a migraine if you oversleep? And, is pain in the abdomen a sign of kidney failure? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy Dr Chris Smith

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Burnout Isn’t a Vibe—It’s a Warning Light (Real Recovery for Exhausted People) 13:48

2M ago13:48

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Send us a text Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and like you’re constantly behind? You might be facing more than just stress—you could be burned out. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, therapist and host Eddie Eccker breaks down real burnout recovery strategies for professionals who are done with surface-level advice and self-care clichés. Forget t…

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Me, Myself, and Decline: When Self-Focus Sabotages Connection 27:30

2M ago27:30

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Send us a text Independence is a virtue—until it turns into emotional isolation. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores what happens when self-focus, over-functioning, and “I’ll do it myself” mindsets quietly erode connection. You’ll learn how hyper-independence affects intimacy, why emotion…

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Are seed oils unhealthy? 21:07

2M ago21:07

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In this week's Ask the Naked Scientist, Chris Smith tells us if we are seeing an increase in cancer numbers. Also, what are the underlying causes of colon cancer, and what treatments are available? Does alcohol aid sleep or disrupt it? Are seed oils unhealthy? Are mosquitos more likely to come for you when you wear a certain deodorant? Is paraffin …

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Is my microwave disrupting my Wi-Fi? 20:46

2M ago20:46

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In this episode of Ask the Naked Scientist: does miso ferment differently in space? How can I improve my memory? Could receiving hepatitis A, tetanus, and typhoid vaccinations, in combination, cause chronic fatigue? Why does food go bad, and are food packet instructions accurate? What is brain plasticity, and how do we train it? What is mindfulness…

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EQ Over Ego: Why Emotional Intelligence Saves Relationships 15:22

2M ago15:22

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Send us a text Knowing how you feel is one thing. Knowing what to do with those feelings? That’s emotional intelligence—and it can make or break your relationship. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores why emotional intelligence (EQ) is essential for relational health—and why so many of us …

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Does food taste different on an aeroplane? 20:27

3M ago20:27

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Why do we have different blood groups? What drives the libido? Do you get drunk faster on an aeroplane? How long does an artificial heart valve last? Does food taste different on an aeroplane? Should you take multivitamins? Is there an actual physical end to space? Are there any benefits to copper or brass bangles? Do older people sleep less than y…

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Comfortable Lies VS Hard Truths 14:00

3M ago14:00

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Send us a text We all say we want the truth—but do we really? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker unpacks the emotional and relational cost of avoiding honesty. Whether it’s pretending everything’s fine, avoiding conflict, or withholding your real thoughts to “keep the peace,” comfortable lies slo…

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Can aspirin help prevent cancer? 21:59

3M ago21:59

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In this episode of Ask! Dr Chris answers questions including: what are the minerals in mineral water? Is it safe to drink water from plastic bottles? Is glass safe to drink from? How do people perform sword swallowing? What are biodegradable plastics made of? What is metformin, and is it effective? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting th…

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All The Little Lies That Destroy Trust in Marriage: How to Spot and Stop Them 22:22

3M ago22:22

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Send us a text Not all lies are loud. In marriage, it’s often the quiet, everyday phrases—“I’m fine,” “It doesn’t bother me,” “I’m over it”—that do the most long-term damage. In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker explores how small, self-protective lies quietly erode emotional intimacy and relationa…

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Do edibles hit you harder than smoking a joint? 18:27

3M ago18:27

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On Ask! the Naked Scientist, Can you keep sparkling water fizzy for longer? Are magnesium tablets good for us? Why do we crave certain foods? How do breathalysers work? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy Dr Chris Smith

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Can one black hole swallow another? 18:10

3M ago18:10

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Is everywhere at the centre of the universe? How long do sweeteners stay in the digestive system, and what are the best alternatives? Can one black hole swallow another? Does Vitamin C help you fight flu? Why is science so hard to reproduce? Which animal only lives for one day? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have all the answers... Like this podc…

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Why is a dog's nose always wet? 15:10

3M ago15:10

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Dr Chris answers science questions from listeners to TalkRadio 702, including; How does one improve short term memory, especially following a brain injury? Can retinal microchip implants cure blindess? What are the health impacts of artificial sweeteners? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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From Hidden Hurt to Healing: A True Story of Family Redemption 1:04:04

4M ago1:04:04

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Send us a text Behind every family is a story—and sometimes, a secret. In this special interview episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker sits down with the author of The Housekeeper’s Secret to unpack a deeply personal narrative of family trauma, silence, and redemption. Together, they explore how generationa…

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Is AI polluting medical literature? 21:29

4M ago21:29

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Dr Chris answers the usual spectrum of science questions from listeners to CapeTalk, including; are sweeteners bad for our cardiovascular health? If a mother has hypoglycemia while pregnant, what happens to the baby? Why did I have cravings during my wife's pregnancy? How does science track dangerous asteroids headed for Earth? Like this podcast? P…

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Could a falling bullet injure you? 17:30

4M ago17:30

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Do atoms carry memory of information? What happens when dopamine circuits are interrupted? Why might you hiccup when you shave? Why do both kidneys fail when they're separate? Could a falling bullet injure you? Is it important to be de-wormed? Dr Chris Smith and Relebogile Mabotja have all the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by support…

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Why do dogs age faster than humans? 22:18

4M ago22:18

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In this episode of Ask! Dr Chris tells us what causes humiditiy in the air. Why are carbonated drinks bad for your teeth? Does the Naked Scientist know more than AI? Why does hair on our heads grow faster than on other parts of our bodies? Does Earth's magnetic field affect satellite transmissions? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting th…

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Constructor Theory of Information with Dr Chiara Marletto 1:07:31

4M ago1:07:31

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What if we don't need quantum mechanics to express the key properties of quantum information? Join me for a deep-dive into the Constructor Theory of information with Dr Chiara Marletto, Research Fellow at the University of Oxford. Constructor Theory is a research programme proposed by Prof. David Deutsch in 2012, and further developed by Deutsch an…

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Why are humans the only species with advanced intelligence? 23:43

4M ago23:43

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Dr Chris answers more listener questions, including: How do sunflowers follow the sun? How does the body determine when you're passing wind or something more solid? Why are mosquitos attracted to some people more than others? Why are some people more intelligent than others? Why are humans the only species with advanced intelligence? How intelligen…

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Testing Quantum Gravity & Reality with Prof. Vlatko Vedral 1:41:50

4M ago1:41:50

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In this episode of the Quantum Foundations Podcast, I'm joined by Professor Vlatko Vedral from the University of Oxford. We discuss modern and historic experimental proposals for testing quantum gravity. Get ready to dive deep into understanding what different proposals would *really* tell us about the nature of quantum gravity, and what problems w…

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Self-Reliance Gone Too Far: The Dangers of Being Your Own God 15:06

5M ago15:06

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Send us a text What happens when we try to control everything—including how we love, protect, or isolate ourselves? In this episode of The Voyage Cast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Eddie Eccker reflects on the subtle but costly drift toward self-worship—what happens when we place ourselves at the center of every decision, emotion, and rel…

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How do plants know which way is up? 18:21

5M ago18:21

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How can you use sticks to calculate the circumference of the Earth? Can exfoliators remove your fingerprints? How do plants know which way is up? What dictates the pattern of a cat's stripes? What are hiccups? Can mosquitoes see you? Dr Chris Smith and Dan Corder have all the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scie…

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What causes ulcers? 17:54

5M ago17:54

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Why do ants drown themselves? Could we power cars with electrolytes? What causes ulcers? Do metal wrist rings actually reduce pain? Should you take probiotics on an ongoing basis? What are duodenal ulcers? Can brain tumours cause diabetes? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have all the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the N…

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How do you find black holes? 22:37

5M ago22:37

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Should you try to break bad habits? How do you stop a 'wandering' itch? Does climate change affect rainfall? Will you be tired if you dream of being awake? How do you get skin tags, and should you remove them? Why can some birds mimic humans, and some cannot? Why do you have nightmares during sleep apnea? Do offshore wind farms impact marine life? …

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Dr. Eric W Davis: UAPs, Wormholes, Negative Energy, Fusion, Matter-Antimatter & ZPE 45:09

6M ago45:09

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Dr. Eric W Davis: UAPs, Wormholes, Negative Energy, Fusion, Matter-Antimatter & ZPE. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed

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Why should you cook at different temperatures in fan ovens? 23:34

6M ago23:34

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Dr Chris takes on the final batch of questions of 2024 on CapeTalk. Why does sound cause me pain? What's the difference between white and brown vinegar? Does radioactivity harm inorganic matter? Is there a cure for anosmia (inability to smell)?What's outside our universe? Do we pass out on rollercoasters? How can we recognise our own baby's cry so …

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What colour should I paint my garage roof? 18:14

6M ago18:14

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Chris Smith answers CapeTalk listeners' questions. Including, do wind turbines affect the temperature of the ground? What is the cause of protein build up in my eye? Can we predict how much we might shrink as we age? And does microwaving food affect its nutritional content? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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The Amplitude of LIFE: Coming FULL CIRCLE, Progression of SELF & Quantum Relations 28:34

6M ago28:34

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The Amplitude of LIFE: Coming FULL CIRCLE, Progression of SELF & Quantum Relations. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed

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Why does toothpaste contain fluoride? 21:23

6M ago21:23

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Dr Chris Smith takes on listener questions on South Africa's CapeTalk. Why is there a delay between live TV and radio? Do wind turbines warm the air at ground level? Do we need to decommission the ISS? What causes genital warts? Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy Dr Chris Smith

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QBism, Relational QM & Wigner's Friend with Dr Andrea Di Biagio 1:09:40

7M ago1:09:40

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I interview Dr Andrea Di Biagio, who is a postdoctoral research fellow at IQOQI Vienna. We discuss Andrea's journey through interpretations of quantum theory, including QBism, Relational Quantum Mechanics, Everettian Quantum Theory and Wigner's friend. These topics have been subjects of Andrea's past and active research, including work with Prof. C…

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Everettian Quantum Theory with Dr Sam Kuypers 2:18:30

7M ago2:18:30

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I interview Dr Sam Kuypers, who is a postdoctoral research fellow at the Université de Montréal. We discuss the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics, also known as Everettian quantum theory, which has been the subject of Sam's research including work together with Prof. David Deutsch.By Maria Violaris

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Does quantum reality emerge from causation? Feat. Dr Nick Ormrod 1:20:47

7M ago1:20:47

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I interview Dr Nick Ormrod, who recently completed his DPhil at the University of Oxford and is now a post-doctoral research fellow at the Perimeter Institute in Canada. We discuss the new interpretation of quantum theory that Nick has been working on during his DPhil, with Prof. Jonathan Barrett. The key idea is that reality emerges from causal st…

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Locality in Quantum Physics Explained with Dr Nicetu Tibau Vidal 2:01:13

7M ago2:01:13

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Welcome to Episode 1 of my new Quantum Foundations podcast! I interview Dr Nicetu Tibau Vidal, a Research Fellow at the University of Hong Kong. We discuss locality in quantum physics, informed by Nicetu's PhD research at the University of Oxford and his ongoing work. It is often stated that "if two particles are quantum entangled, doing something …

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Why is sunlight so important for the body? 18:05

7M ago18:05

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Why are we called The Naked Scientists? Why should you get sunlight in the morning? Why does bright light make you sneeze? Does luck have a pattern? Is there really such thing as bad luck? Do people who don't get sunlight have more health problems? Did our skin colour change because of agricultural reasons? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have all…

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