Cosmology Are there any beginner-friendly audiobooks on cosmology and astrophysics?

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For safe listening while driving, audiobooks on cosmology or astrophysics should avoid heavy reliance on visual aids or complex mathematics. While Richard Feynman's works, such as "The Character of Physical Law," "QED," and "Six Easy Pieces," are popular, they often contain mathematical concepts that may distract listeners. Those without a strong background in physics might find these lectures challenging to follow while driving, as they could lead to zoning out. It's essential to choose content that maintains engagement without requiring intense concentration on complex ideas.
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So I drive a lot. I need a audiobook that doesn't really rely on too many pictures or math. Simply because I want to drive safely and listen to something interesting.

I already have a basic background so something in more modern stuff would be good. Something along the lines of cosmology or astrophysics. Any ideas?
 
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Anything by Feynman.
The character of a physical law, QED, Six easy pieces, ... the list goes on.

But I couldn't drive safely with a science audiobook. I would zone out, trying to picture concepts...
 
SredniVashtar said:
Anything by Feynman.
The character of a physical law, QED, Six easy pieces, ... the list goes on.

But I couldn't drive safely with a science audiobook. I would zone out, trying to picture concepts...
Same. Recipe for disaster.
 
Many of the Feynman lectures are available on audiobooks. The trouble is many are very mathematical, especially when he talks about spin-1 and spin 1/2 in quantum mechanics. I feel I can follow them while driving, with a graduate degree in physics, but I think they would be tough sledding for anyone without a Bachelors degree (i.e. layman)
 
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