If you're looking for clever renditions of the theory of multiple universes, there are some episodes of the cartoons Futurama and Rick and Morty that you're going to want to see. No, really. Sci-fi, including adult animation, imagines parallel universes, the multiverse, and even Eternal Recurrence theory. Get your stuff together—Nietzsche just crossed paths with J.J. Abrams. This video is episode nine from the series Sci-Phi: Science Fiction as Philosophy, presented by David Kyle Johnson Learn more about sci-fi and philosophy at wondrium.com/youtube 0:00 Many Hollywood Productions Use the Multiverse Theory 2:14 Defining Universe in Context Reveals Multiverse 4:02 Use Time Block Theory to Understand Multiverse Theory 5:05 Science and Philosophy Suggest the Multiverse 8:25 Futurama Episode Explains Multiple Big Bangs 10:13 Bulk vs Oscillating Multiverses Resolve via Relativity 12:33 Quantum Effects Suggest Vast Differences in Universes 17:01 Infinite Choices Are Driven By Infinite Quantum Effects 18:10 Superposition Reveals Contradictory Particles 20:19 Instrumentalism Argues for Imaginary Theories 23:43 Measurement Problem Adds the Observer to the Equation 24:54 Quantum Effects Suggest All Possibilities Do Happen 25:53 Smolins Theory Suggests Natural Selection of Universe 27:46 Three Responses Defend Against Multiverse Skepticism 29:54 Arguments Against Multiverse Suggest Ultimate Hubris 32:29 Dark City Addresses Trans Universe Identity ------------------------------------------- The Great Courses is the global leader in lifelong learning and our video-on-demand service The Great Courses Plus gives you unlimited, uninterrupted access to a world of learning anytime and anywhere you want it. With courses on thousands of topics, you are sure to find something that will ignite your curiosity and invigorate your passion for learning. Enjoy a curated sampling of our full catalog of content by subscribing to our YouTube channel. We add new history, science, and math videos every week. ------------------------------------------- Read articles from the smartest experts in their fields: www.Thegreatcoursesdaily.com Find us on all our social channels: -Facebook: www.facebook.com/wondrium -Twitter: twitter.com/wondrium -Instagram: www.instagram.com/wondrium ------------------------------------------- #MultiverseTheory #ParallelUniverses #SciFi

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