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SPACE WEEK: An Astrophysicist On The End Of Everything

2020/9/4
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*Astrophysically speaking.) That's the subject of Katie Mack's new book: the possible ends to our entire universe. Specifically, she breaks down some following potential outcomes: heat death, the big crunch and vacuum decay. (Spoiler alert: the names of the other scenarios we don't get to in this episode are just as cool.)Email the show your existential questions at [email protected]). But please, no existential dread at this time — we're full up on that.P.S. We're off Monday for Labor Day. So, catch you Tuesday!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)