E32 - The Theory of Time

Time is everything. It dictates our lives—when we go to sleep, when we wake up, and when we have to be at work. But what is it? According to the experts, its simply an illusion—a social construct that can change simply based on mass and gravitational pull. This week, we try to understand this theory by, among other things, fumbling through the theory of relativity. We also look at some books and movies about time travel, including our favorite, Back to the Future.

Hosted by Chris and Jeff

1. Topics

• 0:00:00 Welcome/Intro
• 0:00:34 Disclaimer
• 0:01:11 Pondering Time
• 0:05:18 Relativity Theories
• 0:11:12 Time Dilation
• 0:18:26 The Illusion of Time
• 0:22:20 Time Travel Possibilities
• 0:26:57 The Greatest Time Travel Movie
• 0:40:28 Other Contenders
• 0:47:11 Time Travel Books
• 0:50:51 Contact/Rate/Subscribe

2. Additional Resources

• Ask an Astronomer (time gravitational dilation)
• NPR: Researchers Say Time Is An Illusion
• O’Reilly Auto Parts—the Flux Capacitor!
• Back to the Future original trailer

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