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Don't Panic!, it's just Space.

Don't Panic!, it's just Space.

Written by: Harshwardhan Tiwari
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Listening to the Cosmos' Deepest Secrets Ever wondered about the universe's grand secrets without getting lost in complex jargon? Then welcome to Echoes of the Universe, the podcast where we conjure up understanding of the cosmos and the intricacies of physics with a touch of insightful humor and truly creative explanations. Join Harshwardhan Tiwari, your passionate astronomer, curious buddy, and fellow student who just loves diving deep into fascinating concepts. He's got a knack for breaking down daunting scientific ideas into engaging, easy-to-grasp discussions that'll spark your intellectuHarshwardhan Tiwari Science
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  • Wall-Hacking the Universe: How Quantum Tunneling works and Wins the Nobel
    Oct 24 2025

    Ever wish you could just walk through walls when you're late? Well, our subatomic friends are doing exactly that, and it's not cheating—it's Quantum Tunneling!

    Join your host, Harshwardhan Tiwari, as we dive into this ultimate cosmic paradox where particles with too little energy still manage to bypass seemingly impenetrable barriers. We'll use simple analogies to explain the "wave function," the "potential barrier," and why this phenomenon is the reason the Sun hasn't winked out yet (Spoiler: it needs the tunneling magic to fuse atoms!).

    But here's the kicker: The latest breakthrough, honored by the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics, isn't about tiny electrons anymore. It's about demonstrating this bizarre ability on a macroscopic scale—in an electrical circuit big enough to hold in your hand! That's right, we've finally cornered quantum weirdness at a human scale, paving the way for the next generation of quantum computers and ultra-precise sensors.

    Tune in to discover:

    * 😂 The hilarious limitations of classical physics (a tennis ball vs. a hill).

    * 🏆 The 2025 Nobel-winning achievement that brought the quantum world out of the shadows and onto a circuit board.

    It's a journey through the fundamental laws of reality that proves: sometimes, the best way forward is through!

    You can learn more about this groundbreaking research on the Nobel Prize in Physics 2025, which explained Macroscopic Quantum Tunneling, by watching this video: Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 Explained — Macroscopic Quantum Tunneling.

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    11 mins
  • "Gravity is an illusion"!! what actually gravity means to this universe and us??
    Jun 5 2025

    Join us on an epic journey as we unravel the universe's most fundamental force: Gravity. In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the very fabric of reality, exploring how our understanding of gravity has evolved through the ages and continues to challenge the brightest minds.

    We begin with the revolutionary insights of Sir Isaac Newton, whose elegant laws of universal gravitation explained the falling of an apple and the orbits of planets, laying the groundwork for classical physics. Discover how Newton's mathematical brilliance unified terrestrial and celestial mechanics, forever changing our perception of the cosmos.

    Then, prepare to have your mind bent as we step into the mind-bending world of Albert Einstein's General Theory of Relativity. Go beyond force and visualize gravity as the curvature of spacetime itself, a cosmic dance where mass and energy warp the geometric stage of the universe. Explore the stunning predictions of Einstein's theory, from the bending of light around massive objects to the existence of black holes and gravitational waves – phenomena now confirmed by groundbreaking observations.

    But our journey doesn't end there. We're hurtling towards the cutting edge of physics, grappling with the enigmatic relationship between gravity and quantum mechanics. How do the seemingly disparate realms of the very large and the very small reconcile when it comes to gravity? We'll explore the tantalizing hints and profound challenges of unifying these two pillars of modern physics, from the elusive graviton to the quest for a theory of quantum gravity.

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the universe and its deepest mysteries. Whether you're a seasoned physics enthusiast or just beginning your exploration of the cosmos, prepare to be enlightened, challenged, and awestruck by the sheer power and elegance of gravity. Tune in and discover how this invisible force shapes everything, from the smallest particles to the grandest galaxies, and holds the key to unlocking the ultimate secrets of existence.

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    8 mins
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