Big Ideas

The multiverse hypothesis, suggesting that our universe is but one of perhaps infinitely many, speaks to the very nature of reality. Join physicist Brian Greene, cosmologists Alan Guth and Andrei Linde, and philosopher Nick Bostrom as they discuss and debate this controversial implication of forefront research and explore its potential for redefining the cosmic order. Moderated by Robert Krulwich and featuring an original musical interlude, inspired by parallel worlds, by DJ Spooky. This program is part of the Big Ideas Series, made possible with support from the John Templeton Foundation.Learn More

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TOPICS: Art & Science, Biology & Origins of Life, Earth & Environment, Mind & Brain, Physics & Math, Science in Society, Science Unplugged, Space & The Cosmos, Technology & Engineering, Your Daily Equation, Youth & Education

TAGS: 2009, Alan Guth, Andrei Linde, Big Idea Series, Cosmology, DJ Spooky, explore, full program, infinite universe, Infinite Worlds, Infiniti, John Templeton Foundation, Journey through Parallel Universes, many worlds, multiverse, Nick Bostrom, Paul Miller, Robert Krulwich, 2009, Alan Guth, Andrei Linde, Big Idea Series, Cosmology, DJ Spooky, explore, full program, infinite universe, Infinite Worlds, Infiniti, John Templeton Foundation, Journey through Parallel Universes, many worlds, multiverse, Nick Bostrom, Paul Miller, Robert Krulwich

PLAYLISTS: Big Ideas, Physics & Mathematics, Popular Videos

Video Duration: 01:43:58

Original Program Date: Saturday, June 13, 2009

Moderator: Robert Krulwich

Participants: Alan Guth, Brian Greene, Andrei Linde, Paul D. Miller, Nick Bostrom

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