In 1900, Max Planck wasn’t trying to revolutionize physics—he was just trying to fix an equation. Instead, he stumbled upon one of the most shocking ideas in science: energy isn’t continuous—it comes in tiny, indivisible packets called quanta. This accidental discovery shattered classical physics and became the foundation of quantum mechanics. But even Planck himself didn’t believe it at first! Why did he resist his own idea? How did it solve the “ultraviolet catastrophe” that had physicists scratching their heads? And why does this discovery still shape everything from modern technology to the nature of reality? Welcome to the moment that started it all. Hosted on Acast. See <a target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

In 1900, Max Planck wasn’t trying to revolutionize physics—he was just trying to fix an equation. Instead, he stumbled upon one of the most shocking ideas in science: energy isn’t continuous—it comes in tiny, indivisible packets called quanta. This accidental discovery shattered classical physics and became the foundation of quantum mechanics. But even Planck himself didn’t believe it at first! Why did he resist his own idea? How did it solve the “ultraviolet catastrophe” that had physicists scratching their heads? And why does this discovery still shape everything from modern technology to the nature of reality? Welcome to the moment that started it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1900, Max Planck wasn’t trying to revolutionize physics—he was just trying to fix an equation. Instead, he stumbled upon one of the most shocking ideas in science: energy isn’t continuous—it comes in tiny, indivisible packets called quanta. This accidental discovery shattered classical physics and became the foundation of quantum mechanics. But even Planck himself didn’t believe it at first! Why did he resist his own idea? How did it solve the “ultraviolet catastrophe” that had physicists scratching their heads? And why does this discovery still shape everything from modern technology to the nature of reality? Welcome to the moment that started it all. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Planck’s Last Resort: The Birth of Quantum Mechanics

Welcome to the weirdest side of physics—where particles teleport, light exists in two places at once, and reality itself might depend on whether you're watching. Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics: Simplified takes you on a mind-bending journey into the quantum world, where classical physics breaks down and the rules get really strange. Discover the pure mystery of quantum mechanics, without equations or complex math—just pure curiosity and joy in uncovering the deepest secrets of the quantum universe. From Einstein’s battle with uncertainty to the experiment that shattered reality, we explore the quantum puzzles that still baffle scientists today. How can an electron be both here and there? Why do photons behave like waves—until we look at them? And is the universe really just a game of cosmic probability? Whether you’re a science lover or just quantum-curious, get ready for a show that will break your brain in the best way possible. Don't want to wait for episodes to come? Listen to all episodes together at https://theturingapp.com/ <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Welcome to the weirdest side of physics—where particles teleport, light exists in two places at once, and reality itself might depend on whether you're watching. Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics: Simplified takes you on a mind-bending journey into the quantum world, where classical physics breaks down and the rules get really strange. Discover the pure mystery of quantum mechanics, without equations or complex math—just pure curiosity and joy in uncovering the deepest secrets of the quantum universe. From Einstein’s battle with uncertainty to the experiment that shattered reality, we explore the quantum puzzles that still baffle scientists today. How can an electron be both here and there? Why do photons behave like waves—until we look at them? And is the universe really just a game of cosmic probability? Whether you’re a science lover or just quantum-curious, get ready for a show that will break your brain in the best way possible. Don't want to wait for episodes to come? Listen to all episodes together at https://theturingapp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the weirdest side of physics—where particles teleport, light exists in two places at once, and reality itself might depend on whether you're watching. Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics: Simplified takes you on a mind-bending journey into the quantum world, where classical physics breaks down and the rules get really strange. Discover the pure mystery of quantum mechanics, without equations or complex math—just pure curiosity and joy in uncovering the deepest secrets of the quantum universe. From Einstein’s battle with uncertainty to the experiment that shattered reality, we explore the quantum puzzles that still baffle scientists today. How can an electron be both here and there? Why do photons behave like waves—until we look at them? And is the universe really just a game of cosmic probability? Whether you’re a science lover or just quantum-curious, get ready for a show that will break your brain in the best way possible. Don't want to wait for episodes to come? Listen to all episodes together at https://theturingapp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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