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Why This Universe?Author: Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman
The biggest ideas in physics, broken down. Join theoretical physicist Dan Hooper and co-host Shalma Wegsman as they answer your questions about dark matter, black holes, quantum mechanics, and more. Part of The University of Chicago Podcast Network. Language: en-us Genres: Astronomy, Physics, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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97 - The Schrödinger Equation: The Heart of Quantum Mechanics
Episode 6
Monday, 22 December, 2025
Quantum mechanics is full of surprises. But somehow, the theory is captured almost entirely in a single equation. Today we explore the Schrödinger equation: how it works, what it says about nature, and why it revolutionized physics.For ad-free episodes and exclusive ask-us-anything segments, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverseOur merch is available here: https://www.shalmawegsman.com/why-this-universeSupport the show












