Is Brian Greene's Explanation of String Theory on Nova Worth Watching?

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The thread discusses an upcoming Nova program featuring Brian Greene that presents a popularized version of string theory. Participants express their excitement and share information about accessing the program across different regions.

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  • One participant notes the program will air on PBS and highlights its duration of two hours.
  • Another participant mentions the need to check local PBS programming availability based on regional differences.
  • A participant expresses concern about not having access to PBS and hopes others will share insights from the program.
  • Another participant reassures that the program will be available online after the broadcast.

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Participants generally agree on the excitement surrounding the program and the importance of sharing information, but there is uncertainty about regional access to PBS.

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Some participants rely on assumptions about regional programming differences and the availability of the program online, which may vary.

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Individuals interested in popular science, particularly those following developments in string theory and related media presentations.

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On Tues (Oct. 28) Nova will be presenting a 2 hour program featuring Brian Greene giving a popularized version of string theory, etc.
 
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yes, look for local programmings if you don't have NOVA, I live in Iowa, and I was STATIC when I found it was going to be on PBS.
Paden Roder
 
Is PBS different in each region?
 
search pbs, go to the website, and I'm pretty sure it will have you type in your zip code, and it will check for you. Don't hold me responsibe, but I'm pretty sure that's what I did a couple months ago when I first heard about this series.
Paden Roder
 
Shoot! I only get one channel at my house, and it isn't PBS, it's ABC. Oh well, hopefully those of you that watch it will be able to fill me in on the important/interesting stuff.
 

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