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The Wave Equation Part 2: Multidimensional Waves and Dispersion
We just learned about the wave equation in one dimension, so what happens when we move to higher dimensions? What does this look like for a 2D surfac…
1 day, 22 hours ago
Special Relativity Part 1: From Galileo to Einstein
We talked a little bit about relative motion in the classical physics course, with Galileo dropping stuff in boats. But once Einstein got his hands o…
1 day, 22 hours ago
The Future of Space Travel: Fusion Engines, Warp Drives, and Wormholes
Okay, we've all dreamed about exploring the universe and finding our own little cosmic vacation bungalow. But these places are really far, so how can…
1 day, 23 hours ago
Regulation of Gene Expression: Operons, Epigenetics, and Transcription Factors
We learned about gene expression in biochemistry, which is comprised of transcription and translation, and referred to as the "central dogma" of mole…
1 day, 23 hours ago
Class Actinopterygii Part 2: Respiration and Buoyancy
Now that we know a bit about the anatomy of the bony fish, let's talk about breathing, buoyancy, and regulation. Fish need to breathe oxygen just lik…
1 day, 23 hours ago
Steve Kirsch: King Douche of the Anti-Vaxxers
Remember my live debate with Steve Kirsch and Pierre Kory, the idiot anti-vaxxer frauds? Humiliating them live was awesome, but they also deserve to …
2 days ago
Quantum Gravity and Gravitons: The Search for a Theory of Everything
We've gone through some of the main advancements in modern physics, which brings us to the here and now! What are physicists currently working on? On…
2 days ago
Latin Vocabulary: Wild Animals
It's time for some more Latin Vocabulary! Let's learn how to name some wild animals in Latin.
Script by Patrizia Farina, Professor of Italian at Weste…
2 days, 1 hour ago
The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle Part 2: Energy/Time and Quantum Fluctuation
Get ready for one of the weirdest things in modern physics. Particles that pop into existence from nothing and then go back to nothing again! This ph…
2 days, 1 hour ago
Exposing Discovery Institute Part 11: Michael Egnor
Today's episode exposing Discovery Institute frauds focuses on Michael Egnor! He's a brain surgeon who has no idea how brains work. Mikey tells a lot…
2 days, 2 hours ago