Michelle Thaller (2026) - Cosmic Scale and the Illusions of Time
This recap episode features astronomer, Michelle Thaller, who explore the profound mysteries of the universe and the limits of modern physics. Thaller describes the immense scale of the Milky Way, the strange nature of black holes, and the physical reality of time dilation affecting both astronauts and satellites. The discussion covers advanced space missions, such as the Dragonfly octacopter heading to Saturn’s moon Titan, and the Soviet Union's historical landings on the harsh surface of Venus. They also contemplate the future of humanity, specifically regarding artificial intelligence and…
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