Byrne, Chris, & Wade

42 Reasons to Hate the Universe

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Hosted by the authors, witty and engaging science communicators, "42 Reasons to Hate the Universe" will take you on a cosmic adventure like no other. With a perfect blend of humor, wit, and scientific insight, each episode reveals new ways the Universe is out to get us – and the mind-bending, awe-inspiring phenomena that define our existence. From the merciless nature of black holes to the apocalyptic potential of artificial intelligence, you'll learn about the Universe's twisted sense of humor, its cold indifference, and the startling beauty lurking in the shadows of the cosmos. If you're rea...

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Byrne, Chris, & Wade

Episodes

Reason 12: The Sun will eventually die and take us with it 27.01.2024 37:35

Chris explains what to expect when the Sun will die and take Earth with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 11- Comets, Asteroids, and Sh*t 17.01.2024 36:31

Wanna know how it will end? Not to worry, the Universe has it all sorted for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 10- They stole Einstein's brain and put it in a jar 11.01.2024 28:05

While Einstein's grasp on the intricacies of space and time remains a beacon for the pursuit of knowledge, a morbid turn of events led to the unauthorized extraction of the greatest mind in human history during an autopsy and is now confined to a jar in Philadelphia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 9: The Ocean 05.07.2023 23:09

The ocean is a cruel mistress put there by a universe that hates us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 8: Children 22.06.2023 34:45

In this episode, Wade talks about just how dangerous childbirth actually is, and how despite all of the Universe's best effort, we keep on reproducing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 7: Brainless blobs are outsmarting us 15.06.2023 27:33

You think you're so smart huh? Well in this episode Byrne takes us through all the ways brainless blobs outsmart us/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 6: You are probably just a brain floating in the dead of space 08.06.2023 31:13

In this episode Chris discusses the implications of an infinite universe actually means, as Byrne and Wade take it to some seriously weird places. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 5: The EPA Can't Save You 31.05.2023 28:52

In this episode the guys discuss Lead and how regardless of our best mitigation methods there really not a lot we can do about this heavy metal gifted to us by the Universe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 4: We are not the pinnacle of evolution 24.05.2023 33:49

There isn't much these days that a robot can't do better than a human. From writing a last minute essay to sexual satisfaction, machines (more specifically AI) are creating a new world where humans may very well have a backseat role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 3: Mars is a sh*thole 17.05.2023 26:50

Mars is often portrayed as humanity's only hope. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. From technological obstacles, to extreme amounts of radiation once we do get there, Mars' inability to host life is yet another reason to hate the Universe. Buy the book 42 Reasons To Hate The Universe (And One Reason Not To) Become a Patron and receive exclusive content Follow us on Twitter , Faceb...

Reason 2: You're A Gullible Moron 10.05.2023 29:42

Evolution for all of its glory has given humanity some serious flaws that will most likely lead to our own demise. Buy the book 42 Reasons To Hate The Universe (And One Reason Not To) Become a Patron and receive exclusive content Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , & Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reason 1: You are an insignificant speck against the scale of the Universe 04.05.2023 34:28

In this episode Chris explains to Byrne and Wade how the relative scale of the Universe demonstrates how insignificant we, and everything around us, are when compared to the enormity of the Universe. Buy the book 42 Reasons To Hate The Universe (And One Reason Not To) Become a Patron and receive exclusive content Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , & Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...