Janna Levin on Black Holes and Spacetime | Closer To Truth Chats

Closer To Truth May 1, 2025
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Janna Levin is the Claire Tow Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia University. She is also the Chair and Founding Director of the Science Studios at Pioneer Works. A Guggenheim Fellow, Levin has contributed to an understanding of black holes, the cosmology of extra dimensions, and gravitational waves in the shape of spacetime. She is the presenter of the NOVA feature Black Hole Apocalypse, aired on PBS—the first female presenter for NOVA in 35 years. Levin's latest book, "Black Hole Survival Guide", is an evocative exploration of black holes, provoking us to imagine the visceral experience of a black hole encounter illustrated with original artwork. The book is available for purchase now: https://amzn.to/4cVzn9n Watch more CTT Chats here: https://t.ly/jJI7e

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