Time Since Einstein
Explore the enigmatic nature of time in this thought-provoking World Science Festival panel discussion. Delve into questions left unanswered by Einstein's groundbreaking theories, including the beginning and end of time, its unidirectional flow, and its fundamental reality. Join journalist John Hockenberry as he leads a distinguished panel of experts, including physicist Sir Roger Penrose and philosopher David Albert, in examining the complexities of time across various scientific disciplines. Investigate topics such as relativistic time in modern science, the arrow of time, quantum scale temporality, and the relationship between time and the expanding universe. Engage with challenging concepts like nondeterministic futures, the discreteness of time, and the possibility of stopping time. This 1 hour 36 minute intellectual journey offers a comprehensive exploration of time's mysteries, pushing the boundaries of our understanding and inviting viewers to contemplate the profound implications of this fundamental aspect of our reality. Read more