Are There Any Cosmology Documentaries for Adults?

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In summary, the conversation was about the difficulty of finding good documentaries on Cosmology that are targeted towards adults and not dumbed down with simplistic explanations. Some suggestions for more advanced resources were provided, such as video lectures from MIT and archived lectures from various universities and organizations.
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Hello,

Recently I've been trying to spark my friend's interest on Cosmology, and thus have been browsing the net for documentaries. Apart from BBC Space (which is somewhat outdated now), all the rest are as if scientists are talking to 5 year olds trying to make them understand with ludicrous metaphors.

Yesterday for example, I found a nice documentary on History Channel that included magnetars, supermassive black holes, gallaxy collisions etc. But again most of the speakers must think our IQ is low - "If a magnetar was 100,000 miles away, the magnetic field would wipe all the data on a credit card" or "try to picture the gravitational pull of a black hole like a river flowing beneath you". These lines really spoil it for us.

Does anyone know any good documentaries that are targeted to adults ? :)

Thanks :D
 
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May be they explain everything in those terms, because a lot of people watching don't know anything astronomy.

However, you might want to check the likes of the MIT OpenCourseWare website...they may have some video lectures or something on the topics you want.
 
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1. What is cosmology?

Cosmology is the scientific study of the universe as a whole, including its origin, evolution, and structure.

2. What are cosmology documentaries?

Cosmology documentaries are films or television shows that explore the theories, discoveries, and latest research in the field of cosmology.

3. How are cosmology documentaries made?

Cosmology documentaries are typically made by a team of filmmakers and scientists, who work together to present complex theories and concepts in an accessible and visually engaging format.

4. What makes a good cosmology documentary?

A good cosmology documentary should be scientifically accurate, visually captivating, and well-researched. It should also present information in a way that is easy for viewers to understand and engage with.

5. Are cosmology documentaries important?

Yes, cosmology documentaries are important as they help increase public understanding and interest in the field of cosmology. They also serve as a platform for scientists to share their research and progress with a wider audience.

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