Building and measuring engaged relationships in markets, among employees and retirement plan participants. Retirement + Research + Financial Wellness
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Relational Gravity Podcasts
Hear the latest news about everything from quantum computers to astrophysics, all straight from scientists at the University of Maryland.
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A mild skirmish in the war on ignorance. A humorous look at topics from Astronomy to Gastronomy whilst helping Paul Simon find the missing 44 ways to leave his lover.
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We're now Ranting Out Loud! Gay romance author Lee Swift and pop culture aficionado Chadrick Douglas join Producer Mike to bring you lively conversations about LGBTQ+ life as we fall in and out of all kinds of trouble – you know: life, work, people, iPhones. See the world through big rainbow-colored glasses. Come join us and explore all things mind-blowing, funny, annoying, frightening and gay ... even if you're all or none of that! Please note that the adult language and opinions, suggestio ...
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What does quantum physics tell us about reality? What progress have we made since the days of Einstein and Schrödinger, and what problems are today’s quantum research scientists trying to solve? This podcast aims to share a modern perspective on the most fundamental aspects of quantum theory, informed by up-to-date research insights. In each episode, I interview an active researcher about a topic related to their work, with the discussion aimed to be broadly accessible.
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Discussing all things Politics, science, entertainment, etc. For all generations past and present!
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This week the crew laughs through yet another failed doomsday prediction, side-eyes Trump’s escalator conspiracy and Melania’s Hamburglar chic, and dives into the mess of media censorship, celebrity PR disasters, and the Epstein files everyone’s afraid of. Toss in government shutdown drama, Grindr jokes, and a heated debate over pumpkin spice, and …
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Tariffs, Terrors, Tricks, Treats and Trauma: They're All Related
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27:45Halloween may be Chad’s Super Bowl, but this year spooky season comes with tariffs, sky-high craft store prices, and Hobby Lobby pretending the holiday doesn’t exist. The crew riffs on candy rationing, ICE costumes scarier than any ghost, and why Black Mirror feels less like fiction and more like 2025’s to-do list. Plus, a love letter to Allison Ja…
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The gang unpacks America’s love affair with guns, the messy politics of martyrdom, and why corporations have more rights than people—before lightening the mood with a farewell to TV legend Polly Holiday (aka Flo, queen of “kiss my grits”). It’s sharp, ranty and a little snarky, because if you can’t laugh at fascism creeping in the door, you’ll end …
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September brings no chill as the gang rants about everything from Lee’s lingering Circle fame and Mike’s hot take that Wicked is… overrated (cue gay gasp), to Taylor Swift’s engagement ring dazzling the internet, and the dark comedy of U.S. politics—from gerrymandered maps to ICE strong-arming grannies. And just when you thought it was safe, AI pop…
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The crew dives headfirst into the opulent mess of The Gilded Age—where corsets, cocaine, and class wars feel a little too on-brand for 2025—before detouring through South Park takedowns, Epstein conspiracies, and Paramount’s slow morph into Fox News Lite. Lee reveals a Birdcage secret, Chadrick confesses his Swiftie devotion, and Mike just wants Le…
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This week on Ranting Out Loud, the boys are back from their summer escapes—Lee survived 24-hour daylight in Alaska, Chad’s knee-deep in Halloween merch, and Producer Mike is half in Canada, half in existential dread. Between weather reports, pilot adventures, and South Park politics, the convo takes a sharp turn into the Supreme Court’s looming thr…
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Lee’s out this week, so it’s Chadrick and Producer Mike taking the reins (and spilling every drop of political tea). This week’s chaos? A cheating scandal caught on the kiss cam, the Epstein file cover-up that even MAGA loyalists can’t ignore, and the glorious downfall of Trump’s golden-boy approval ratings. It’s equal parts snark and scorched-eart…
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Quantum Information meets Cosmology with Dr Aditya Iyer
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1:40:40From the Big Bang puzzles to testing if the early universe was quantum entangled — physicist Dr Aditya Iyer, from the University of Oxford, explains how quantum phenomena are key to understanding cosmology, gravity and even how it's possible we exist at all.By Maria Violaris
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Retro Episode: Trans Truths and Online Trysts
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27:45While the Ranting Out Loud boys are off sipping something fruity with little umbrellas, we’re diving into the archives for a retro episode that still hits harder than a closet case on Ashley Madison. Travel back to 2015 when Chadrick and Lee (back when he went by Kris Cook) sat down with the fabulous Sabrina Pandora for a candid, funny, and moving …
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Retro Episode: We Are Orlando - The Pulse Tragedy in 2016
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27:46While the boys enjoy some summer time off, please enjoy this retro episode from 2016 when the show was called Romance Out Loud. The episode features Lee Swift, as author Kris Cook, Chadrick Douglas, and Lee's mother Lana as they process the tragedy of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando on June 12th, 2016.…
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Fireworks, Flags and F***! Is He Still Alive?
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27:45Happy Fourth of July! The Ranting Out Loud crew dives into the messy politics of patriotism, from debating when it’s safe to fly the American flag (without looking MAGA) to reclaiming national pride for the LGBTQ+ community. Producer Mike, Lee, and Chadrick share their thoughts on everything from fireworks-induced chaos to the evolving symbolism of…
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This week, the Ranting Out Loud crew dissects the ultimate parade fail—think fewer crowds, less flair, and squeaky tank wheels heard ‘round the world. Lee, Chadrick, and Producer Mike recap the hilarity and cringe-worthy moments of the so-called “show of strength” and the ironic juxtaposition of the No Kings protests, which turned out to be the rea…
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I Never Promised You a Rose Garden ... With Actual Roses
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27:45This week, the Ranting Out Loud crew tackles the chaos of Friday the 13th and beyond, with Lee, Chadrick, and Producer Mike sharing their juju-filled tales—from black cats and bad luck to theater gossip and political absurdities. We’ll dive into the spectacle of the Tony Awards, celebrate Broadway’s brightest (looking at you, Cole Escola!), and unp…
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Buckle up for a front-row seat to the ultimate billionaire bromance meltdown: Trump vs. Musk drama, Oval Office wig-snatching fantasies, and spicy takes on Epstein files that’ll make you clutch your pearls (or your Diet Coke). We’ll also dish on the Pentagon’s trolling move to rename a Harvey Milk–honoring ship, FEMA’s budget cuts just in time for …
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All In All It's Just Another Brick In Your Purse
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27:45Happy Pride, everyone! This week on Ranting Out Loud, the gang dives into the joy and resistance that define Pride Month. Chadrick rants about rainbow capitalism and a secret weapon in your purse (WWDQD: What Would Drag Queens Do?), while Lee reminisces about the first time he saw a pink triangle on a car—and how it felt like hope. Producer Mike ke…
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This week on Ranting Out Loud, it’s all about groceries, grifters, and good food gone hilariously wrong. From a president's bizarre grocery obsession to Chadrick’s McMinnville hospitality (and his brand-new couch narrowly surviving a denim disaster), the gang keeps it as witty as ever. Meanwhile, Producer Mike reflects on steak perfection and washi…
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Eggs, Edibles, and the Hunger Games of Citizenship
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27:45The boys are back this week, serving up snark with a side of small-town charm. Chadrick reveals his rise as the unofficial “Mayor of McMinnville,” where the barber shop doubles as a comedy club, and UFO Days are a thing. Meanwhile, Producer Mike dreams up minimum wage penalties for the rich, and Lee dives into the politics of royals, refugees, and …
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Two Dolls Walk Into A Bar ... That Gets Raided
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27:45This week on Ranting Out Loud, the gang dives into the absurdity of over-the-top bar raids during drag shows and tariffs targeting Hollywood blockbusters (because apparently, Harry Potter is a national security threat). Chadrick dishes on small-town drama with big-city snark, Lee shares a list of gay travel destinations worth the rainbow, and Mike …
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Pack your bags, darling, because this week on Ranting Out Loud we’re taking our baggage to gay-friendly travel hotspots and tsk-tsk-ing about destinations to avoid (looking at you, Uganda). Chadrick unveils his guide to small-town Pride oases, while Lee doubles down on why hypocrisy might be the most American thing ever. Meanwhile, Producer Mike di…
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Vance Visits Vatican. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
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27:45Chaos reigns supreme as Chadrick recounts his dramatic faceplant courtesy of a mischievous puppy (and two flower pots). Meanwhile, Mike takes aim at the political circus, from Combat Barbie’s misplaced purse scandal to J.D. Vance breaking trophies and maybe even the pope. Lee keeps it classy—well, until the tornado talk gets witchy. Sprinkle in som…
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Get ready for a wild ride as Ranting Out Loud tackles everything from roadside disasters to divine absurdities. Lee’s $900 flat tire fiasco sets the stage for a show packed with laughs, including Chadrick’s Easter candy confessions and Mike’s blasphemous take on “Hamburger Jesus.” Plus, we explore the all-female Blue Origin spaceflight, Coachella c…
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Crocodile Undie and Other Tariff-ic Things
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27:51This week on Ranting Out Loud, we’re diving into the ridiculous and the risqué. From Robert Irwin’s internet-breaking underwear shoot (cue the snakes!) to the wild world of spring gardening gone wrong, Lee, Chadrick, and Mike tackle it all with their signature sass. Plus, we unpack the latest political drama, including the tragic absurdity of immig…
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Move In Together? I Would Rather Sleep With A Ghost
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27:57With laughter and lively banter, this episode is a delightful mix of ghost stories, personal experiences, and pop culture discussions. From the gayest town in the Ozarks and a haunted hotel to a fabulous feature on the set of the Hulu comedy "Mid-Century Modern," the boys whip up a silly feast of apparitions and a little truth-telling among friends…
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Get ready for a hilarious deep dive into the week’s wildest moments on Ranting Out Loud. From a leprechaun’s questionable fashion sense (a red hat?) to political antics worthy of reality TV, we’re serving up sharp wit and no-nonsense commentary. Add in some popper-fueled insights and a good roast of hypocrisy, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal…
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Top o’ the morning to ya—unless you’re Target, Tesla, or Trump! This week on Ranting Out Loud, Chadrick recounts his boozy St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt (complete with leprechaun chases and margarita flights), while Lee laments the corporate colonization of space (paging Elon Musk and his fireworks company). Producer Mike brings the snark, divin…
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Parton Ways, Tariff Tantrums and Alien Resurrections
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27:45Join Lee, Chadrick, and Producer Mike as they unleash their trademark snark on everything from political fiascos to bizarre everyday absurdities. This week, our ranters cover everything—from the latest tariff tantrums and failed tech to the wild world of UFO festivals and even a deep dive into "twat waffles" (yes, we coined that for our least favor…
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Oscars, Outfits, and Outrage: Ranting Through the Red Carpet
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27:41This week on Ranting Out Loud, it’s all about the drama—from the Dolby Theater to your living room! Chadrick rages over Hulu’s Oscar fail (justice for Best Actress announcements!), Lee geeks out over ruby slippers and cinematic trivia, and Mike serves up some spicy snark about Musk’s parenting-as-PR strategy. The gang dives into the politics of awa…
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How Much Are Eggs at the Twatwaffle House?
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27:46Grab your Dr. Pepper (and maybe some vodka), because this week on Ranting Out Loud, the gang dives headfirst into chaos—complete with audio echoes and plenty of snark. Chadrick rails against Apple (but begrudgingly supports them for the gays), Mike introduces us to “twatwaffles” (our new official insult for corrupt politicians), and Lee is ready to…
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Love is in the air, but so are rants, and Ranting Out Loud is here for it! This week, Chadrick spills on Valentine's fails, Lee recounts a hot dog-induced dental disaster, and Mike teaches us the art of butterflying (or spatchcocking) a chicken while dragging spineless politicians. From a snowbound chocolate binge to the cult of Flag Day for Trump,…
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This week on the show, the gang tackles everything from Super Bowl chaos to anti-Muslim Academy Award drama with their signature LGBTQ flair and plenty of snark. Chadrick spills the tea on annoying party guests who don’t know a touchdown from a fumble, while Lee pitches a dystopian love story involving Sigourney Weaver and hell itself. Meanwhile, t…
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From bad haircuts to Oscar snubs, Romance Out Loud is serving high drama and higher stakes this week! Chad recounts the ultimate haircut horror story, complete with lies, tears, and a rogue stylist who’s definitely not the manager. Meanwhile, Lee and Mike debate the Oscars’ relentless obsession with indie films no one’s seen, and predict how “Wicke…
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Constructor Theory of Information with Dr Chiara Marletto
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1:07:31What 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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Just A Hand Gesture? How About A Middle Finger?
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27:46It’s a rollercoaster ride of snark and sass this week on Romance Out Loud! The trio unpacks everything from shady streaming price hikes (looking at you, Netflix) to the complicated dance of queer political advocacy in wine country. Chadrick gives us the tea on Bubba, the middle-of-the-road dairy farmer turned hero commissioner, while Mike plots a g…
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Testing Quantum Gravity & Reality with Prof. Vlatko Vedral
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1:41:50In 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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From curls that defy gravity to bald spots that demand a buzz cut, this week on Romance Out Loud is all about hair—and the queer drama that comes with it! Lee contemplates going full buzz, Chadrick battles his unruly curls with an arsenal of overpriced products, and Mike just tries to keep the conversation on track (spoiler: he fails). Along the wa…
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Porn, Panties, and Prepaid Funerals: Queering the Afterlife
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27:26Who cleans out your nightstand when you’re gone? This week on Romance Out Loud, Lee, Chadrick, and Mike tackle the ultimate LGBTQ estate planning dilemma: who’s your designated porn cleaner? From discussing “Antiques Roadshow” dildos to creating the business model for posthumous reputation management (complete with Gideon Bibles), the gang turns li…
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Take The High Road? See You In The Basement, Bitches
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27:22Welcome to 2025, where the resolutions are snarky, the punch is lethal, and the baby New Year might already be dead. The gang rings in 2025 with tales of drunken neighbors, chandelier-dangling Christmas ornaments, and a punch recipe so lethal it should come with a warning label. Chadrick reveals his bold resolution to "dig under low," while Lee pre…
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New year, same snark! Romance Out Loud is back, and we’re bringing 2025 in with a bang (and maybe a grim reaper or two). Join Lee, Chadrick, and Mike as they break down 2024’s greatest hits—like epic celebrity deaths, chaotic holiday traditions, and queer milestones that made us proud. From Die Hard debates (Christmas movie or not?) to a hilarious …
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Dr. Eric W Davis: UAPs, Wormholes, Negative Energy, Fusion, Matter-Antimatter & ZPE
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45:09Dr. Eric W Davis: UAPs, Wormholes, Negative Energy, Fusion, Matter-Antimatter & ZPE. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed
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Deck the halls and hide the reindeer, because this week on Romance Out Loud, we’re unwrapping holiday chaos like only we can! Lee, Chadwick, and Mike spill the eggnog on everything from light tours that rival Disneyland to the tragic downfall of inflatable Santas. Is Santa on a BDSM cross too far? Not for this show. Plus, we discuss Christmas etiqu…
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G.I. Ho. That's It. Oh, And We're All Gonna Die.
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27:49The gang's all alive! After a brief respite to emerge from Pompeii Position (look it up), Lee Swift broadcasts from an undisclosed bunker, Chadrick Douglas is snug in a blue-state bubble, and producer Mike ... well, he's somewhere with three VPNs and a fresh set of panties. After surviving the election blues and plotting new paths for mental health…
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The Amplitude of LIFE: Coming FULL CIRCLE, Progression of SELF & Quantum Relations
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28:34The Amplitude of LIFE: Coming FULL CIRCLE, Progression of SELF & Quantum Relations. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed
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QBism, Relational QM & Wigner's Friend with Dr Andrea Di Biagio
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1:09:40I 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
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2:18:30I 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
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1:20:47I 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
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2:01:13Welcome 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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Let's Cut the Crap Episode #2: Mass Reduction v. Gravity Waves, What Truly IS Acceleration? & More
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44:43Let's Cut the Crap Episode #2: Mass Reduction v. Gravity Waves, What Truly IS Acceleration? & More. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed
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Join Lee, and Chadrick and Mike as they wade through pre-election tensions with humor and candor. From secret ballot fantasies and hidden voters to the ins-and-outs of political closet talk, they share candid reflections on everything from local campaigns to national hope. With a fair share of side-eye at Ted Cruz's closet escapades and wild conspi…
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In this laugh-out-loud episode, Mike, Lee, and Chadrick dive headfirst into a chaotic mix of topics from classic cartoons like The Flintstones and The Jetsons, to the evolving world of AI trickery. From reminiscing about cartoon laugh tracks and bulging crotches on adult diapers, to AI-generated beauty and climate change conspiracies—nothing is off…
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Sloshing Through the Aether: Meta States, Spirals EXPLAIN Spooky Action At A Distance? & Much More
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25:27Sloshing Through the Aether: Meta States, Spirals EXPLAIN Spooky Action At A Distance? & Much MORE. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Dave Zed
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