W: Worlds

W: Worlds

Author: lisa + venkat May 9, 2021 Duration: 26:47

Lisa and Venkat discuss Stephen Wolfram's latest physics update. Venkat accuses Lisa of being a crackpot and a maximalist; Lisa is convinced Wolfram has solved physics.

Wolfram's One Year Update Post (2021): https://writings.stephenwolfram.com/2021/04/the-wolfram-physics-project-a-one-year-update/

Critique of Wolfram's New Kind of Science (2002): http://bactra.org/reviews/wolfram/

Lisa's 'philosophy of quantum physics' twitter: https://twitter.com/quantum_rhet


You might know them as @niftynei and @vgr, but here they are simply lisa + venkat, two voices settling in for a series of sprawling, curious conversations. Their project, Scorpio Season TV, is less a formal interview series and more like overhearing a fascinating dialogue between friends who are unafraid to wander. The simple premise-talking their way through the alphabet-is merely a launching pad. What unfolds are deep dives into the quirks of society, the nuances of culture, the unexpected philosophies within sports, and the raw appeal of the wilderness. Each episode feels like a meandering walk where the destination is unknown but the path is always engaging. You’ll hear tangents, personal anecdotes, and layered discussions that reflect their wide-ranging interests, all delivered with a casual, authentic rapport. This podcast thrives on the spontaneous connections made between seemingly unrelated topics, offering listeners a refreshing break from more structured commentary. Tune in not for answers, but for the genuine pleasure of listening to two perceptive minds explore the world one letter, and one idea, at a time.
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lisa + venkat chat about astrology and aesthetics Find us on twitter: https://www.twitter.com/niftynei https://www.twitter.com/vgr Thanks to our sponsors!! Art of Gig at artofgig.com + Smokin' Screws smokinscrews.com