A talk show where I ask a guest stupid questions that I would have been too embarassed to ask without the show as an excuse. Topics include Fusion Energy, Mycology, Neuroscience and Quantitative Biology. Theme music by St. Danger (https://soundcloud.com/stdanger). Art by Arya Natarajan. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaneesh-narla/support
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Algebraic Geometry with Shubham Sinha
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Today we dive into the fascinating world of Algebraic Geometry with Shubham Sinha. Shubham has been shaping advanced theoretical tools that find application in both pure mathematics and physics. Whether you're a seasoned mathematician or simply curious about the abstract beauty of algebraic geometry, this conversation will illuminate the rich inter…
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Astrophysics with Cameron Trapp
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Today, we venture into the far reaches of the cosmos with astrophysicist Cameron Trapp. Cameron’s research focuses on the intricate dance of gas and angular momentum in galaxies like the Milky Way, crucial for understanding how galaxies grow and sustain star formation. His work within the FIRE-2 cosmological simulations offers insight into how gas …
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Neuroscience and Pathology with Haylie Romero
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Today we’re joined by Haylie Romero, an expert in the pathology and neuroscience of pain. Haylie’s research focuses on understanding how pain is processed in the nervous system. Haylie will share her insights on the latest advances in pain research, shedding light on novel therapeutic treatments to replace addictive drugs. This episode was recorded…
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Ethics and Kant with Bas Tonissen
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Today we’re diving into the ethical philosophy of Immanuel Kant, one of the most influential figures in moral philosophy. Kant's ethics, centered on duty, reason, and the categorical imperative, offers a framework that challenges us to think critically about our moral obligations and how we ought to act in the world. To help us unpack Kant’s comple…
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Hard Condensed Matter Physics with Ahmed Akhtar
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Condensed Matter is the most popular branch of physics and is particularly of interest today because of quantum computing, superconductivity, topological insulators, and much more! We discuss developments in these fields with Ahmed Akhtar, a Ph.D. student in the Physics Department at UC San Diego. This episode was recorded on April 5th, 2019. --- S…
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The amazing world of fungi with David Kolet-Mandrikov
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Fungi do incredible things! Join me and amateur mycologist David Kolet-Mandrikov to learn about some of the amazing things that fungi are capable of. This episode was recorded on 19th May 2018 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaneesh-narla/support
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Computational Complexity with Ben Edelman
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A conversation with Ben Edelman about computing, complexity, math, and much more! Learn about Ben's work here: https://www.benjaminedelman.com/ This Episode was recorded on January 14, 2019. I apologize for the roughness of the quality. I realized that if I don't put these up, they will never see the light of day! --- Support this podcast: https://…
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The Future of Fusion Energy with Francesco Sciortino
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The Future of Fusion Energy with Francesco Sciortino by Kugelblitz--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/avaneesh-narla/support
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