Brian Greene to be on tonight's (3/22) David Letterman

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Brian Greene appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman on CBS on March 22, where he engaged in an 8-minute discussion covering topics in physics, including Einstein's theories and string theory. Greene effectively communicated complex scientific concepts with humor, particularly when responding to Letterman's playful inquiry about the practical implications of string theory. The segment showcased Greene's ability to make advanced physics accessible and entertaining to a general audience. A recording of the interview is available online for those who missed the live broadcast.

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Did anyone catch the show?

Greene and Letterman seemed to have a nice banter for probably 7-8 minutes. Letterman asked about topics that one would reasonably associate with physics (e.g., Einstein, what science has to say about the origin of the universe). I think it was when Greene was talking about string theory -- about how, at a level smaller than atoms and quarks, things might be comprised of strings -- Letterman asked him, in that mischievous way, "How is my life the better for knowing that?" (paraphrased).

Greene has a good sense of wit and timing, so he rolled with it pretty well.
 
It can be watched here for those who missed it:

http://homepage.mac.com/onegoodmove/movies/briangreene.html
 
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