What if aliens came to earth… and helped us unlock the mysteries of the universe? That’s the premise of our pal Daniel Whiteson’s new book, Do Aliens Speak Physics?, and today on the show he tells us how thinking through this wacky scenario can tell us a lot about ourselves, our science, and the boundaries of knowledge. Plus: Why sci-fi is just as important as sci-non-fi.
Buy Do Aliens Speak Physics or request it at your local bookstore or library!
Check out Daniel’s podcast, Daniel & Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe!
Learn more about Daniel’s research and other work!

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What if aliens came to earth&hellip; and helped us unlock the mysteries of the universe? That&rsquo;s the premise of our pal Daniel Whiteson&rsquo;s new book, Do Aliens Speak Physics?, and today on the show he tells us how thinking through this wacky scenario can tell us a lot about ourselves, our science, and the boundaries of knowledge. Plus: Why sci-fi is just as important as sci-non-fi.
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<li aria-level="1">Buy <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/do-aliens-speak-physics-and-other-questions-about-science-and-the-nature-of-reality-andy-warner/6b587e1361b5be67?ean=9781324064640&amp;next=t&amp;next=t">Do Aliens Speak Physics</a> or request it at your local bookstore or library!</li>
<li aria-level="1">Check out Daniel&rsquo;s podcast, <a href="https://sites.uci.edu/danielandkelly/">Daniel &amp; Kelly&rsquo;s Extraordinary Universe</a>!</li>
<li aria-level="1">Learn more about Daniel&rsquo;s <a href="https://sites.uci.edu/daniel/">research and other work</a>!</li>
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Want an official, numbered, limited edition Part-Time Genius membership card? Of course you do. Get in touch and share a fun fact, your name, and your mailing address and we&rsquo;ll send you one for free. Email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:higeniuses@gmail.com">higeniuses@gmail.com</a>, DM us on our socials, or leave a message at (302) 405-5925. (We may share your fact on an upcoming episode, but don&rsquo;t worry, your contact info is private.)&nbsp;
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Are you a knowledge junkie who loves when facts are stranger than fiction? Do you find yourself constantly tripping down Wikipedia rabbit holes (and delighting in the journey)? Have you ever been told you ask a lot of questions? If so, congrats! You&rsquo;re one of us: a Part-Time Genius! Join Will, Mango, and the team as we scour the globe in search of obscure facts, offbeat locales, and hidden histories. Along the way, we&rsquo;ll chat with experts, play some games, get in touch with our silly side, and celebrate the fine art of staying curious.

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Exploring Alien Science with Daniel Whiteson!

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