About this episode
The episode explores the captivating concept of the multiverse and its implications through a discussion with filmmaker Joseph Holmes.
Theoretical physicists are debating whether the multiverse is plausible or bonkers. But regardless of the math, the idea of multiple realities is endlessly compelling for storytellers—from classic literature and pulp science fiction to contemporary film and television. At the digital pub table, we're joined by filmmaker and culture critic Joseph Holmes to explore why the multiverse captivates us. His new film Jim vs. The Future explores the moral and theological implications of the multiverse. It asks what responsibility, choice, and hope look like when every possibility is open.
People in this episode
Guest: Joseph Holmes
Topics covered
- multiverse
- theoretical physics
- storytelling
- moral implications
- theological implications
Keywords
- responsibility
- choice
- hope
- film
- culture criticism
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Jim vs. The Future
Books & works: Jim vs. The Future
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