31 episodes

The Whimper Podcast was started with a mission to fill the void of interesting and deep-diving conversations with people who are actually into the astronomical industry and even with casual space enthusiasts.

Questions which might sound silly, but could actually be meaningful. Thought over stuff and not so thought over too.

We don't like to discuss paradoxes and theories much, we are not MIT profs. We are just a bunch of losers curious enough to learn about a place just a 100km above us, 13.8 billion years old, 96 Billion light years in observable diameter, of which we are a part.

The Whimper Podcast Divyansh Gunjan

    • Science

The Whimper Podcast was started with a mission to fill the void of interesting and deep-diving conversations with people who are actually into the astronomical industry and even with casual space enthusiasts.

Questions which might sound silly, but could actually be meaningful. Thought over stuff and not so thought over too.

We don't like to discuss paradoxes and theories much, we are not MIT profs. We are just a bunch of losers curious enough to learn about a place just a 100km above us, 13.8 billion years old, 96 Billion light years in observable diameter, of which we are a part.

    The Microworld w/ Sayantan Choudhury

    The Microworld w/ Sayantan Choudhury

    Merry Christmas everyone!

    Today, we dive into cosmic mysteries with Dr. Sayantan Choudhury! This episode explodes with the mind-bending frontiers of Theoretical Cosmology. We'll journey into the Quantum Information aspects of gravity, tackle QFT in curved space, and wrestle with quantum chaos and complexity. Get ready to grapple with wormholes, unravel entanglement enigmas, and explore the mind-boggling power of quantum neural networks. Dr. Choudhury's 8 years of post-doctoral research across prestigious institutes like MPIGP, AEI, and IUCAA equip him with a dazzling array of insights. Buckle up for a thought-bending adventure where the very fabric of spacetime gets interrogated, all under the guidance of this brilliant scientist and passionate mentor. Don't miss this chance to peek into the cosmos' deepest secrets!

    This is the 28th episode of The Whimper Podcast.

    I hope you enjoy it.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    The Nine Marbles w/ Rudra Sekhri

    The Nine Marbles w/ Rudra Sekhri

    At his 4th time on TWP, Rudra discusses the importance of our solar system in terms of how marvelous it is even after being so close to us, considering our minuscule understanding of it.
    As he comes out with his new book: The Nine Marbles, we are glad to have him again and showcase his communication and scientific rigor skills.
    Check out his book right here.
    This is the 27th episode of The Whimper Podcast.
    I hope you enjoy it.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Future of Space Ed with Mark Wagner

    Future of Space Ed with Mark Wagner

    In the 26th episode of The Whimper Podcast, we talk to Dr. Mark Wagner, CEO and co-founder of ARES Learning and President of the Space Prize Foundation. Dr. Wagner is a former high school English teacher and educational technology coordinator who is now passionate about space education. He is the author of the book "Space Education: Preparing Students for Humanity's Multi-Planet Future," which explores the possibilities for teaching students on the Moon, on Mars, and in deep space habitats.
    In our conversation, Dr. Wagner shares his vision for space education in the 21st century. He talks about the importance of teaching students about the history of space exploration, the science of space, and the ethics of spacefaring. He also discusses the need to prepare students for the jobs of the future in the growing space economy.
    Dr. Wagner is a lively and engaging speaker, and he offers a wealth of insights into the future of space education. If you are interested in learning more about space education, or if you are a teacher who is looking for ways to incorporate space exploration into your classroom, then this episode is for you.
    Hope you found it valuable.
    PS: This is the first episode that was entirely edited by AI and hence, it has messed up my audio XD.
    Links to refer to:
    Space Education book: https://www.amazon.com/Space-Education-Preparing-Humanitys-Multi-Planet/dp/B0B7QDGYWB/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
    https://www.areslearning.com/team
    https://edtechlife.com/dissertation/
    https://www.amazon.com/More-Now-Message-Future-Educators/dp/1945167491
    https://flexbooks.ck12.org/user:spaceprize/cbook/space-education/
    https://www.areslearning.com/course
    https://www.areslearning.com/astrogeology/
    https://spaceeducation.squarespace.com/
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClC7miGR3dByePKDx6qZerw
    https://medium.com/@humanspaceprograma
    https://keplerspaceinstitute.com/jsp/
    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DlH-oV1zWPAk_KDZz_dNGoK8xkqe7Gv5ribHF5LlsSA/edit#gid=0
    https://www.amazon.com/Delta-v-Daniel-Suarez/dp/1524742414/

    • 49 min
    Microgravity and Mars with Kailash Kalidoss

    Microgravity and Mars with Kailash Kalidoss

    In this episode, we are joined by Kailash Kalidoss, a Quality and Regulatory Consultant for leading US-based Medical Device Companies and certified by AAMI for Medical Quality System Regulations. Kailash is also an aerospace enthusiast and a student pilot.
    We discuss a wide range of topics related to space exploration, including:
    The challenges of living and working on MarsThe potential for microgravity to be used to develop new medical treatmentsThe future of space architectureThe possibility of life on Titan, Saturn's largest moonKailash shares his insights and expertise on these topics, and we also discuss some of the latest developments in space exploration. This is a fascinating episode for anyone interested in the future of humanity in space.
    Here are some specific questions that we ask Kailash:
    What are some of the biggest challenges that astronauts face when living and working on Mars?How could microgravity be used to develop new medical treatments?What are some of the most promising developments in space architecture?What are the chances of finding life on Titan? And, how do we find it?We hope you enjoy this episode!
    This is the 25th episode of The Whimper Podcast, hope you enjoy it.

    • 26 min
    The Mind of a Prodigy with Soborno Isaac Bari

    The Mind of a Prodigy with Soborno Isaac Bari

    Today's episode brings a very special guest, Mr. Soborno Isaac Bari who is the world's youngest professor.
    Soborno is a child prodigy who has been recognized for his abilities in mathematics and science. He has won several awards, authored books, and given lectures on STEM education. He is an inspiration to many people and is proof that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.
    Soborno was born in New York City in 2012.He started showing an aptitude for mathematics and science at a very young age.He has won several awards for his accomplishments, including the Global Child Prodigy Award from Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi.He has authored several books on mathematics and science.He has given lectures at universities and other organizations, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University.He is a strong advocate for STEM education and has spoken out about the importance of encouraging young people to pursue careers in science and mathematics
    This is the 24th episode of The Whimper Podcast, hope you enjoy it.

    • 39 min
    Student led Rockets with VSLV VSSUT team

    Student led Rockets with VSLV VSSUT team

    Ayushman Jena (Student Coordinator), Amlan Mishra (Former CTO), and Subhransu R. Das(Head of Telemetry team) from VSSSIC led by the ISRO VSSUT team were part of the designing team of the country's first indigenous student-led multipurpose rocket for space research.
    In today's episode, we talk about how students are being supported from the top tier to even 3rd tier colleges to build the best technologies possible in the country for space tech and research, the purpose of VSLV, and how governments are being a support system rather than being a resistance in the development of rockets and satellites.
    This is the first group session and the 23rd episode of The Whimper Podcast. Hope you enjoyed it.
    Check out the VSLV website right here.
    Our website.

    • 39 min

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