#149 Ruth Kastner - Quantum Physics, History, & Philosophy. Understanding Our Unseen Reality

Ruth E. Kastner earned her M.S. in Physics and Ph.D. in History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Maryland. Since that time, she has taught widely and conducted research in Foundations of Physics, particularly in interpretations of quantum theory. She was one of three winners of the 2021 Alumni Research Award at the University of Maryland, College Park (https://alumni.umd.edu/news/research-award-ruth-kastner-82-ms-92-phd-99) . She is the author of 3 books: The Transactional Interpretation of Quantum Theory: The Reality of Possibility (Cambridge University Press, 2012; 2nd edition just published, 2022), Understanding Our Unseen Reality: Solving Quantum Riddles (Imperial College Press, 2015); and Adventures In Quantumland: Exploring Our Unseen Reality (World Scientific, 2019). She has presented talks and interviews throughout the world and in video recordings on the interpretational challenges of quantum theory, and has a blog at transactionalinterpretation.org. She is also a dedicated yoga practitioner and received her 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Instructor Certification in February, 2020

 

summary

 

 Ruth Kastner explores the intersection of quantum physics, philosophy, and consciousness, offering insights into the nature of reality, the role of subjectivity, and the potential for a new scientific paradigm. 

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Exploring Quantum Theory and Philosophy

03:18 The Journey into Physics and History

06:10 Transactional Interpretation and Measurement Problem

09:12 Collaboration and Theory Development

12:11 The Nature of Reality and Consciousness

15:00 Mutuality in Physics and the Iceberg Metaphor

17:58 String Theory and Its Relevance

21:09 Subjectivity and Ontology in Science

23:55 Free Will and Quantum Indeterminism

30:17 The Illusion of Free Will

31:58 Awareness and Breath in Yoga

36:15 Technology and Attention Economy

40:06 The Impact of Non-Native EMF

43:16 Exploring Quantum Realities

46:02 Influences and Inspirations

49:57 The Role of Yoga and Psychedelics

52:10 Personal Journey into Yoga

55:48 Living Authentically

56:42 Outro Ren Terence  - 1:9:26, 4.02 PM.mp3

 

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https://www.centerphilsci.pitt.edu/fellows/ruth-kastner/

 

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key  topics

 

Quantum theory and the nature of reality

Whitehead's process philosophy and its relevance today

The measurement problem in quantum physics

The role of subjectivity and consciousness in science

Mutuality and receptivity in physical systems

The iceberg metaphor for hidden dimensions of reality

Implications of quantum physics for free will and agency

The influence of Eastern philosophy and yoga on scientific thinking

The impact of electromagnetic fields and environmental pollution on consciousness

The importance of inner awareness and stillness in a technological society

 

 

 keywords

 

quantum physics, philosophy, consciousness, Whitehead, measurement problem, transactional interpretation, reality, subjectivity, free will, inner space