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Kugelblitz

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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.
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Episodes

The Physics of Behavior with Antonio Costa

Can we use the principles of physics, drawing from dynamical systems and statistical mechanics, to predict the behavior of worms, fish, and even humans? Join this journey with Dr. Antonio Costa of the Brain Institute in Paris to understand how he is using techniques used to study fluids to show how details of animal movements can be connected to their ecology and evolution! For more information about Antonio's work, visit https://antonioccosta.github.io/about.html

Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 7 min

Algebraic Geometry with Shubham Sinha

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 interplay between combinatorics, geometry, and physics. This episode was recorded at KSDT Radio on July 2nd, 2019. Music by St. Danger....

Sep 17, 2024•47 min

Astrophysics with Cameron Trapp

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 accretes onto galaxies and migrates inward, driven by complex gravitational and hydrodynamic forces. Beyond his contributions to galaxy evolution, Cam...

Sep 17, 2024•59 min

Neuroscience and Pathology with Haylie Romero

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 at KSDT Radio on October 13th, 2018. Music by St. Danger.

Sep 17, 2024•1 hr

Ethics and Kant with Bas Tonissen

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 complex ideas, we’re joined by Bas Tonissen, a scholar of ethics and philosophy. Bas has spent years studying Kant’s moral philosophy and has a unique abili...

Sep 16, 2024•51 min

Hard Condensed Matter Physics with Ahmed Akhtar

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.

Mar 15, 2023•57 min

The amazing world of fungi with David Kolet-Mandrikov

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

Mar 15, 2023•58 min

Computational Complexity with Ben Edelman

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!

Mar 01, 2023•55 min
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