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Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

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A fun-filled discussion of the big, mind-blowing, unanswered questions about the Universe. In each episode, Daniel Whiteson (a Physicist who works at CERN) and Jorge Cham (a popular online cartoonist) discuss some of the simple but profound questions that people have been wondering about for thousands of years, explaining the science in a fun, shorts-wearing and jargon-free way.

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Latest episode

Sep 23, 2025

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Episodes

Tech in the Great Outdoors 26.05.2022

We often think of technology as stuff that keeps us sitting at home, wired to our phones or computers or game systems. But there's an entire world of technology designed to inspire you to get outside and go exploring. We look at how tech can play a part in getting back to nature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does our black hole look like? 26.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about the recent picture of the black hole at the heart of the Milky Way  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the whole Universe spinning? 24.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether the whole Universe can spin, and whether it is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is a particle? 19.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge grapple with this particularly tricky and philosophical question. Music credit:   https://theamberbugs.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can we defend the Earth from deadly space rocks? 17.05.2022

Daniel and Kelly talk about where space rocks come from, how dangerous they are and what humanity can do about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the NICER telescope study? 12.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge explain how an X-ray telescope works and what it reveals about the inside of neutron stars.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can we escape a black hole with a warp drive or wormhole? 10.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether loopholes and wormholes will let you escape black holes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creature Feature: The Physics of Animal Color 07.05.2022

An episode of Creature Feature where Daniel and Katie talk about the physics of how animals look so brilliant, and how some people can see in the UV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the human eye see a single photon? 05.05.2022

Daniel and Katie talk about the physics of color and whether the eyeball is a quantum measurement device.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing: Spyology Squad 04.05.2022

Hi, Daniel and Jorge fans! If the children in your life are as curious as you are, we have the perfect podcast for them. Spyology Squad is an adventurous and educational podcast for kids 6-12 who love science and solving problems. Check out the trailer to see if this show is what the little ones you love will enjoy! Show description : Packed with adventure every week! In Spyology Squad, you’...

What came first matter or energy? 03.05.2022

Daniel and Jorge answer listener questions about the solar system and the early Universe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can neutrinos teach us about supernovas? 28.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge explore what we can learn about the Universe's biggest explosions using ghostly particles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the W boson too massive? 26.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about the recent measurement of the W mass that shocked particle physicists.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is nuclear power worth the risks? 21.04.2022

Daniel and Kelly talk about whether we need nuclear power to reduce carbon emissions, and whether it can be done safely.  https://www.smbc-comics.com/soonish/lostchapter/index.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The science fiction universe of "Lost in Space" 19.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk to Kari Drake, writer on "Lost in Space" about the science of that Universe  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are zombie stars? 14.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about stars that die, and then come back to shine again! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the speed of light were slower? 11.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge answer listener questions about ice ages, black holes and the speed of light. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it dangerous to send messages to aliens? 07.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about whether attempts to communicate with extra terrestrial civilizations are worth the risk. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there particles that don't have anti-particles? 05.04.2022

Daniel and Jorge discuss whether Majorana particles are real, and crack a real life mystery about the fate of Ettore Majorana. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How big can a comet get? 31.03.2022

Daniel and Katie talk about the biggest possible scoop of solar-system gelato, and what it might mean for the future of humanity! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What could aliens teach us about the Universe? 29.03.2022

Daniel talks to Noam Chomsky about how to communicate with aliens? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will the new probes to Venus reveal? 24.03.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about the mysteries of Venus and what the next generation of probes might teach us. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could we build a particle collider on the moon? 22.03.2022

Daniel and Katie talk about what such a huge collider could reveal, and whether it would be a good idea. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can molton salt reactors produce electricity safely? 17.03.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk about alternative designs for fission plants that could produce electricity much more safely. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to take over the world 15.03.2022

Daniel and Jorge talk to Ryan North about how to use science to become a supervillain Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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