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We search deepest levels of cosmic reality, the big picture of the puzzle of the universe — beginning, size, structure, future, far future. We seek significance in... video What is Philosophy of Cosmology? Episode 01 Season 19 26:48 Watch
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Why is an observer key to quantum physics? Does the act of observation affect what exists and what happens in the external world? Why is Observation in the quantum world a... video Observing Quanta, Observing Nature Episode 08 Season 17 26:48 Watch
One of artificial intelligence’s legendary pioneers, Marvin Minsky, recently died. With this tribute, we celebrate his penetrating analysis of brains, minds, AI, religion... video A Tribute to Marvin Minsky Episode 13 Season 16 26:45 Watch
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