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Podcast Profile: Lux & Flux: The History and Philosophy of Physics Podcast

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20 episodes
2020 to 2022
Median: 23 minutes
Collection: Philosophy


Description (podcaster-provided):

A podcast looking at the wonderful world of physics through the lenses of history and philosophy!


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ History of physics • Philosophy of science • Ancient Greek philosophers • Physics concepts and phenomena • Gender equity in STEM • Solar spectroscopy • Pythagoreanism • Nobel prize disparities • Intelligent Speech Conference

This podcast explores the intersection of history, philosophy, and physics, offering listeners a broad examination of scientific ideas and their development through time. Episodes delve into the historical roots of physics, beginning with ancient civilizations like the Babylonians, and explore the emergence of early Greek philosophy, spotlighting figures such as Thales, Anaximander, Heraclitus, and Pythagoras. These discussions often emphasize the philosophical underpinnings of scientific inquiry, examining how early thinkers contributed to the foundational principles of natural philosophy.

Recurring themes include the exploration of fundamental concepts in physics, such as the nature of matter, cosmology, and atomic theory, as well as the historical context in which these ideas were developed. The podcast frequently addresses the evolution of scientific thought, illustrating how philosophical questions have influenced scientific advances. Additionally, episodes often highlight influential scientific figures and their contributions, ranging from Presocratic philosophers to modern pioneers of physics.

The podcast also includes bonus episodes that engage with historical and contemporary scientific events, such as conferences and discussions on gender and diversity within STEM fields. These episodes extend the thematic concerns of the podcast to current issues in the scientific community, focusing on representation and inclusivity.

Overall, this podcast aims to enhance understanding by situating scientific concepts within a broader historical and philosophical framework. By doing so, it provides listeners with insight into how our scientific knowledge has been shaped by a confluence of intellectual traditions, cultural influences, and pioneering discoveries.


Episodes:
Episode Image Bonus 5: You Are My Sun-Line (Intelligent Speech Conference 2022)
2022-Dec-02
41 minutes
Episode Image Bonus 4: Stein a Little Light
2021-Dec-31
20 minutes
Episode Image 012: Where Are We, Anyhow?
2021-Sep-14
27 minutes
Episode Image 011: Mix and Mingle Like Nothing is Single
2021-Jul-27
26 minutes
Episode Image 010: It's Elementary
2021-Jun-21
22 minutes
Episode Image 009: The Original Atomic Age
2021-May-24
26 minutes
Episode Image Announcement - Season 2
2021-May-03
4 minutes
Episode Image Bonus 3: Gender and Sexual Orientation Among STEM Nobel Prize Laureates
2020-Nov-25
18 minutes
Episode Image Promo: UBC Gender Equity & STEM Virtual Conference
2020-Nov-03
4 minutes
Episode Image Bonus 2: Four Women from Scientific History (Intelligent Speech Conference 2020)
2020-Oct-07
40 minutes
Episode Image 008: To Infinity and Absurdity
2020-Sep-09
23 minutes
Episode Image 007: He Never Changes His Mind
2020-Aug-26
28 minutes
Episode Image 006: He's Always Changing His Mind
2020-Aug-11
24 minutes
Episode Image Bonus 1: The Most Epic Math Club Ever
2020-Jul-29
32 minutes
Episode Image 005: That One Thing From Grade School Math
2020-Jul-15
23 minutes
Episode Image 004: All That Matter(s) Part 2
2020-Jun-29
22 minutes
Episode Image 003: All That Matter(s) Part 1
2020-Jun-16
17 minutes
Episode Image 002: How to Philosophy??
2020-Jun-02
19 minutes
Episode Image 001: Keeping Up with the Babylonians
2020-May-18
23 minutes
Episode Image 000: Introduction
2020-May-11
4 minutes