Higher Dimensions, Space Elevators, and Spacetime Lattices

Resources

Resources & Recommendations

Books

• "Time Travel in Einstein's Universe" by Rich Goth - This book explores the theoretical possibilities of time travel within the framework of Einstein's theories, a topic relevant to the discussion on space-time coordinates for time travel.

Videos & Documentaries

• "Bugs Bunny" - Mentioned humorously in the context of a joke about elevators and lingerie, referencing a classic cartoon character.

Research & Studies

• "The 'Gen Particle' Concept" (as discussed on StarTalk Radio) - This concept, likely referring to a paradox involving time loops and causality, was brought up in relation to the movie "Back to the Future" and the song "Johnny B. Goode."

Tools & Software

• "Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs)" - Mentioned as a modern application of liquid crystal technology, relating to the discussion on spacetime as a potential crystal lattice.

Articles & Papers

• "Popular Science magazine" (1950s) - This magazine is cited for depicting the concept of a space elevator, which was a topic of discussion.

People Mentioned

• Isaac Asimov - Author whose work "Foundation" was the basis for the Apple TV series discussed in the episode.
• Chuck Berry - Musician whose song "Johnny B. Goode" was central to the discussion of the "Gen Particle" paradox from "Back to the Future."
• Marvin Berry - Character from "Back to the Future" who plays a role in the "Gen Particle" paradox.
• Christopher Reeve - Actor who starred in "Somewhere in Time," a film mentioned in relation to time travel.
• Bill Nye - CEO of The Planetary Society, an organization that funded and launched a solar sail.

Organizations & Institutions

• Pacific Life - Mentioned in a sponsored segment regarding life insurance and financial planning.
• McDonald's - Mentioned in a sponsored segment regarding their new Buffalo Ranch sauce.
• Apple TV - The platform for the "Foundation" series discussed in the episode.
• The Planetary Society - An organization that funded a solar sail experiment.
• Breakthrough Initiative - An organization that awards funding for innovative inventions, including the concept of nano sails for space propulsion.

Courses & Educational Resources

• "StarTalk Radio" (Explainer episodes) - The podcast itself provides educational content, with specific mention of past explainer episodes on blankets and solar sails.

Websites & Online Resources

• "Cricket Wireless" (cricketwireless.com) - Mentioned in a sponsored segment for their mobile phone plans.
• "Alienware" (alienware.com/deals) - Mentioned in a sponsored segment for their gaming laptops and monitors.
• "Starbucks" - Mentioned as a place to enjoy holiday drinks.
• "Walmart" - Mentioned in a sponsored segment for tech gifts.
• "TikTok Ads" (getstarted.tiktok.com) - Mentioned in a sponsored segment for advertising.
• "Adidas" (adidas.com) - Mentioned in a sponsored segment for shoes.

Other Resources

• "Foundation" (Apple TV series) - Discussed for its portrayal of a space elevator and hereditary rulers.
• "Space Elevator" - A concept discussed in the episode, originally depicted in "Popular Science" and featured in "Foundation."
• "Operation" (game) - A children's game mentioned humorously in the context of a 4D being performing surgery.
• "Superman" - Mentioned in relation to the discussion of alien digestive systems and Christopher Reeve's acting career.
• "Back to the Future" - A movie discussed for its depiction of time travel paradoxes and the "Gen Particle" concept.
• "Somewhere in Time" - A movie mentioned in the context of time travel and starring Christopher Reeve.
• "Solar Sail" - A technology discussed where light pressure is used for propulsion, with an example from The Planetary Society.
• "Nano Sails" - A proposed technology for interstellar probes, part of the Breakthrough Initiative.
• "Tricorder" - A fictional device from Star Trek mentioned as an example of a desired invention.
• "Johnny B. Goode" - A song central to the "Gen Particle" paradox discussed from "Back to the Future."
• "Everybody Poops" - A children's book mentioned in the context of poopless aliens.
• "The Merlin Book" - A book by Neil deGrasse Tyson that contained a question about the probability of stars colliding.