String Theory Explained in a Minute

Dr. Michio Kaku, a professor of theoretical physics, answers the internet's burning questions about physics. Can Michio explain "string theory" to the layperson?


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[paddymakinchaos]

I like to think that he carries that piece of rubber everywhere and has it ready for this specific question

[monkeywang]

This man is so cool. I appreciate science communicators who don’t sound or act condescending while explaining.

[spaceboy]

This video (the original one, not this short) was the first time i actually understood the theory after trying to do so for about 4 months. After that he immediately became one of my favorite physics teacher

[nnyaleleng]

I can feel warmth and kindness in his voice.A good man.

[ferretcatcher]

Probably the most informative YouTube Short video on YouTube. As the physicist Einstein said, “If You can’t explain it to a six-year-old you don’t understand it yourself”.

[karanaki_]

They say the deepest understanding is portrayed through the least amount of words!

[iAZME]

I'm really sure he can explain quantum physics to a 5yo

[kinershah]

During my school days, I once saw Michio Kaku's narration on Discovery Science that I started watching that channel and got into Science.

[thomascollins]

A lucid and simple explanation denotes true mastery of a subject.

[rosesandmilk]

The sign of a truly intelligent person is that they can explain any concept to anyone, knowing how to simplify to make it easier to understand, but also keeping it true.

[semiprolific]

I was once in a small fender bender on the interstate - no one was seriously injured.

Michio Kaku was the first person on the scene and made sure everyone understood the basics of quantum mechanics before leaving and letting the first-responders load us into ambulances

[FernandoMangas]

Never break a dreamer's dream, I love seeing the joy with which a genius speaks. thank you michio kaku.

[mikemurr]

I just love listening to him. What talent and skill he has to break it down so that I can understand. Such a brilliant man. Utmost respect to Dr. Kaku

[evelynbare]

LOVE this man. He makes the science of life and our world easy to understand, instead of wrapping it all in as much complexity as possible to make himself seem greater, as most do. He's blessed, and we are blessed through him. 😊

[V_The_Machine]

I appreciate this video. It’s one thing to be smart. It’s another thing entirely to be able to effectively explain what you mean to somebody who has little to no knowledge of what you’re talking about. Well done, Mr. Kaku.

[DeepSkyStories]

I first heard Michio Kaku on an old late night radio show called 'Coast to Coast' with Art Bell. It was fascinating to here Michio talk about physics for 2 or 3 hours.

[connectkarim]

Reminds of Feynman's challenge. This explanation was beautiful and elegant in its simplicity.

[kiteracer]

KEEP GOING istg a YouTube short is not enough, I did not want this to end, in 60 seconds Michio explained the beginning part of string theory in a way I’ve never heard it described before and I feel like this is finally my chance to fully grasp the whole concept.

[Renatus_Eruditus]

Michio Kaku: _* explains string theory *_

Me: _* can't understand, fixated on Michio's teeth *_

[SandyCheeks]

being able to simplify any explanation for any level is a sign of deep and true understanding