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Nicolaus Copernicus

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

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Dwarkesh PodcastOlogies with Alie WardDaniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary UniverseMidnight BurgerThe Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

Episode Appearances

Dwarkesh Podcast

Dwarkesh Podcast · Apr 7, 2026

Michael Nielsen – How science actually progresses

“Developed heliocentric model; initially less accurate than Ptolemy but conceptually superior”

History of scientific discovery and the Michelson-Morley experimentFalsification and the scientific methodSpecial relativity and Einstein's development of the theory
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Dwarkesh Podcast

Dwarkesh Podcast · Mar 20, 2026

Terence Tao – Kepler, Newton, and the true nature of mathematical discovery

“Proposed heliocentric model that Kepler built upon for planetary motion laws”

AI for mathematical researchKepler's laws of planetary motion discovery processErdős problems solved by AI
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Ologies with Alie Ward

Ologies with Alie Ward · Mar 4, 2026

Quantum Ontology (WHAT IS REAL?) Encore with Adam Becker

“Astronomer whose heliocentric model decentered Earth, enabling subsequent scientific and cultural paradigm shifts”

Quantum Ontology and Wave Function CollapseSchrödinger's Cat Thought ExperimentMany-Worlds Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics
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Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe · Feb 24, 2026

Which planet has the most moons?

“Astronomer whose heliocentric model enabled reclassification of Earth's moon from planet to natural satellite”

Moon Formation MechanismsTidal Forces and Roche LimitPlanetary Collision Theory
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Midnight Burger

Midnight Burger · Jan 13, 2026

Chapter 48: The Scientist

“Historical astronomer whose heliocentric theory is debated throughout the episode as alternative to Earth-centered models.”

Tycho Brahe's Tychonic SystemGeocentric vs. Heliocentric Models of the UniverseThe Great Comet of 1577
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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe · Jan 10, 2026

The Skeptics Guide #1070 - Jan 10 2026

“Referenced as example of scientific paradigm shift that could have been accepted earlier, potentially accelerating scientific progress”

Personal Accomplishments and Life SatisfactionRelationship Maturity and Emotional DevelopmentProhibition Era Policy Failures
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