Exploring theoretical physics, consciousness, Ai, and God in a technically rigorous manner. If you'd like to support this endeavor, then please visit the Patreon ( https://patreon.com/curtjaimungal ). Thank you for your charitable and kindhearted support. My name's Curt Jaimungal, a Torontonian with a degree in mathematical physics from the University of Toronto and I analyze various Theories of Everything from this analytic perspective, though more and more opening up to alternative approac ...
…
continue reading
Samuel Andreyev talks with the performers and composers who are changing the music world today.
…
continue reading
Ranging from topics from mental health, philosophy, fitness, science, religion, spirituality, creativity, entrepreneurship, modernity and a lot more
…
continue reading

1
The AI Math That Left Number Theorists Speechless
2:02:08
2:02:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:02:08Head on over to https://cell.ver.so/TOE and use coupon code TOE at checkout to save 15% on your first order.Get ready to witness a turning point in mathematical history: in this episode, we dive into the AI breakthroughs that stunned number theorists worldwide. Join us as Professor Yang-Hue Hi discusses the murmuration conjecture, shows how DeepMin…
…
continue reading

1
"Explain it to me like I'm five..." okie dokie
19:04
19:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
19:04You’ve heard the phrase: “If you can’t explain it to a 5-year-old, you don’t understand it.” But what if that idea is not only false but harmful? In this video, we dismantle one of the most repeated myths in science communication, explore why some truths resist simplification, and reveal what real understanding actually looks like. If you care abou…
…
continue reading

1
MIT Physicist: These Black Holes Are Older Than the Universe
1:56:14
1:56:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:56:14In this episode of Theories of Everything, MIT physicist and historian David Kaiser explores primordial black holes which are hypothetical entities that may have formed before stars or atoms. David discusses their potential role in explaining dark matter, their connections to cosmic inflation, and how they might reshape our understanding of the ear…
…
continue reading

1
Demystifying Gödel's Theorem: What It Actually Says
25:00
25:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:00Gödel’s incompleteness theorem is one of the most misunderstood ideas in science and philosophy. This video cuts through the hype, correcting major misconceptions from pop-science icons and revealing what Gödel actually proved and what he didn’t. If you think his theorem limits human knowledge, think again. The people referenced are Neil deGrasse T…
…
continue reading

1
Jonathan Castellino: The Art of Abandoned Places
1:02:21
1:02:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:21Photographer Jonathan Castellino joins Samuel Andreyev for a wide-ranging discussion about their common hometown of Toronto, its urban fabric, the art of abandoned and forbidden places, and contemporary urban aesthetics. == PRIVATE LESSONS IN COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS Contact me via samuel.andreyev (at) gmail (dot) com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Patreon D…
…
continue reading

1
The Physicist Who Proved Entropy = Gravity
1:52:46
1:52:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:52:46What if gravity is not fundamental but emerges from quantum entanglement? In this episode, physicist Ted Jacobson reveals how Einstein’s equations can be derived from thermodynamic principles of the quantum vacuum, reshaping our understanding of space, time, and gravity itself.As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Econo…
…
continue reading

1
When Physics Gets Rid of Time and Quantum Theory | Julian Barbour
2:22:29
2:22:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:22:29What if quantum mechanics is not fundamental? What if time itself is an illusion? In this new episode, physicist Julian Barbour returns to share his most radical ideas yet. He proposes that the universe is built purely from ratios, that time is not fundamental, and that quantum mechanics might be replaced entirely without the need for wave function…
…
continue reading
Poet Christian Bök joins Samuel Andreyev for a discussion about his recently completed, death-defying, 25-year project, The Xenotext. Filmed February 6th, 2025. == PRIVATE LESSONS IN COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS Contact me via samuel.andreyev (at) gmail (dot) com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Patreon Donorbox SAMUEL ANDREYEV’S NEW ALBUM https://divineartrecords…
…
continue reading

1
The Geometric Unity Iceberg... Oh Boy.
3:20:35
3:20:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
3:20:35I've been working on this project assiduously and secretly since last year. It's been several months in the making, with several rewrites and several re-edits. It's finally ready to be released, thus shadow dropping it now. It's a 3-hour iceberg on Eric Weinstein's Geometric Unity. I work on understanding and explaining different Theories of Everyt…
…
continue reading

1
The Most Astonishing Theory of Black Holes Ever Proposed
2:38:57
2:38:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:38:57Huel: Try Huel with 15% OFF + Free Gift for New Customers today using my code theoriesofeverything at https://huel.com/theoriesofeverything . Fuel your best performance with Huel today! What really happens when you fall into a black hole? Physicist Neil Turok unveils a radical theory: there is no inside—only a mirror. You meet your antimatter twin,…
…
continue reading

1
Why Universal Skepticism Is Philosophy's Greatest Deception
2:47:17
2:47:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:47:17Today we are joined by philosopher Jennifer Nagel for a take-no-prisoners look at universal skepticism—philosophy’s greatest deception. We unpack why doubt itself is the ultimate illusion, how knowledge is primitive instant recognition, and what this means for self, free will & consciousness. As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off disco…
…
continue reading

1
Debunking the “All Possible Paths” Myth: What Feynman Really Showed
15:09
15:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:09Join My New Substack (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com Links Mentioned: - Original Substack article: https://curtjaimungal.substack.com/p/particles-dont-take-all-possible - Interpretations of Quantum Mechanics (article): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com/p/the-interpretations-of-quantum-mechanics?utm_source=publication-search…
…
continue reading

1
The "All At Once" Universe Shatters Our View of Time
1:26:25
1:26:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:26:25Today we are joined by physicist and philosopher Emily Adlam for her first appearance on Theories of Everything to challenge one of the deepest assumptions in science: that time flows. In this thought-provoking conversation, Adlam presents her “all-at-once” view of physics, where the universe is more like a completed Sudoku puzzle than a film playi…
…
continue reading

1
The Theory of Gravity That Shouldn't Exist
2:10:32
2:10:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:10:32Head on over to https://ver.so and use coupon code TOE at checkout to save 15% on your first order. As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe Today we are joined by theoretical physicist Claudia de Rham for her return appearance on Theories of Everything…
…
continue reading

1
How AI Healthcare Will Change the World
1:28:53
1:28:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:28:53As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe What if you had a thousand doctors working for you 24/7, at virtually no cost? In this episode of Theories of Everything, a panel of leading AI and medical experts explores how “medical swarms” of intelligent age…
…
continue reading

1
Lola Salem: An Optimistic Vision for Music
1:23:15
1:23:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:23:15Dr. Lola Salem joins Samuel Andreyev for a discussion about the current state of the arts, especially music, and what a beautiful vision for the future might look like. == PRIVATE LESSONS IN COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS Contact me via samuel.andreyev (at) gmail (dot) com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Patreon Donorbox SAMUEL ANDREYEV’S NEW ALBUM https://divinear…
…
continue reading

1
Is Earth Being Monitored By Aliens? | Robin Hanson
1:42:00
1:42:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:42:00Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/TOE #rulapod Try Huel with 15% OFF + Free Gift for New Customers today using my code theoriesofeverything at https://huel.com/theoriesofeverything . Fuel your best performance with…
…
continue reading

1
Hacking Life's Code: The Future of Bioelectric Medicine | Michael Levin
50:27
50:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:27Dr. Michael Levin is on the verge of revolutionizing medicine by unlocking the bioelectric code that governs how cells communicate, heal, and build complex structures. His work reveals that intelligence exists at every level of biology—allowing us to reprogram tissues, regenerate limbs, and even suppress cancer by restoring cellular memory and conn…
…
continue reading

1
The Emergence of the Super Point from Nothing
2:50:39
2:50:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:50:39I'm back, baby. I've been away traveling for podcasts and am excited to bring you new ones with Michael Levin, William Hahn, Robin Hanson, and Emily Riehl, coming up shortly. They're already recorded. I've been recovering from a terrible flu but pushed through it to bring you today's episode with Urs Schreiber. This one is quite mind-blowing. It's …
…
continue reading
Composer Samuel Andreyev talks about Pierre Boulez, his influence, his public persona, and the state of his musical legacy. == PRIVATE LESSONS IN COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS Contact me via samuel.andreyev (at) gmail (dot) com SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Patreon Donorbox SAMUEL ANDREYEV’S NEW ALBUM https://divineartrecords.com/recording/samuel-andreyev-in-glo…
…
continue reading

1
Harvard Scientist Rewrites the Rules of Quantum Mechanics | Scott Aaronson Λ Jacob Barandes
2:42:14
2:42:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:42:14Join Curt Jaimungal as he welcomes Harvard physicist Jacob Barandes, who claims quantum mechanics can be reformulated without wave functions, alongside computer scientist Scott Aaronson. Barandes’ “indivisible” approach challenges the standard Schrödinger model, and Aaronson offers a healthy dose of skepticism in today's theolocution. Are we on the…
…
continue reading

1
The Science of New States of Consciousness | Andrés Gómez Emilsson
2:56:01
2:56:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:56:01Andrés Gómez Emilsson, director of the Qualia Research Institute and a pioneering researcher in the mathematical study of consciousness, explores the nature of awareness from both philosophical and scientific angles. He recounts his journey that led to founding the Qualia Research Institute—aimed at reducing suffering and enhancing experience. He d…
…
continue reading

1
Academia's Darkest Secret: The Graduate Student Crisis... | Tyler Cowen
1:37:12
1:37:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:37:12In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Tyler Cowen proposes that tariffs erode economic efficiency, ultimately passing much of the burden onto smaller countries such as Canada. Moreover, he suggests that the rise of AI and evolving institutional structures demand both intellectual humility and stronger mentorship for a more resilient academi…
…
continue reading

1
The Complete Consciousness Iceberg | 2 Hours of Obscure Consciousness Theories Explained
2:08:20
2:08:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:08:20Welcome to the complete Iceberg of Consciousness. As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe Join My New Substack (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyTOE Become a YouTube Member (Early Acce…
…
continue reading

1
"There is No Quantum Multiverse" | Jacob Barandes
2:54:41
2:54:41
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
2:54:41In this episode, Curt Jaimungal speaks with Jacob Barandes, a theoretical physicist from Harvard, about the complexities of quantum mechanics. They explore wave-particle duality, Jacob's reformulation of quantum theory through indivisible stochastic processes, and the historical perspectives of figures like Schrödinger and Einstein. As a listener o…
…
continue reading

1
How Free Energy Constructs Our Reality | Michael Levin and Karl Friston
1:20:29
1:20:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:20:29Curt Jaimungal is joined by Michael Levin and Karl Friston. This conversation incorporates insights from physics and information theory, particularly regarding self-organization and the significance of entropy and free energy. As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.eco…
…
continue reading

1
Top AI Scientist Unifies Wolfram, Leibniz, & Consciousness | William Hahn
1:06:29
1:06:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:06:29As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe Rubin Gruber Sandbox (referenced by Will): https://www.fau.edu/sandbox ➡️Join My New Substack (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com ➡️Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyTOE ➡️Become a…
…
continue reading