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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 8 MIN

What If the Big Bang Wasn't the Beginning of the Universe?

from What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities · host What If

In the beginning, there was nothing. Then bang. Our Universe emerged in an explosion of light and energy. Current theories say that it all began 13.7 billion years ago. Or did it? Let's shed some light on this. How fast is the Universe expanding? Will the Universe and everything in it ever die? And why could our Universe have existed before the Big Bang? What's a singularity? Transcript and sources Get our 100 best episodes in one mind-blowing book: Get the book Join this channel to get access to perks:Join now Watch more what-if scenarios:Planet EarthThe CosmosTechnologyYour BodyHumanity T-shirts and merch: Shop now Suggest an episode: Suggest here Newsletter: Subscribe Feedback and inquiries: Contact us Follow What If:InstagramTwitterFacebook What If in Spanish: Watch What If in Mandarin: Watch Podcast: Listen What If is a mini-documentary web series that takes you on an epic journey through hypothetical worlds and possibilities. Join us on an imaginary adventure through time, space and chance while we (hopefully) boil down complex subjects in a fun and entertaining way. Produced with love by Underknown in Toronto: Learn more #BigBang #Universe #Singularity #CosmicInflation #HypotheticalWorlds #WhatIf See show notes: https://inlet.fm/what-if-science-theories-possibilities/episodes/681d8695e64c4b83e7e5191f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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