Unlocking Ancient Calendars and Unseen Climate Threats

Discover how researchers have decoded the Mayan calendar's link to planetary movements, revealing ancient astronomical prowess. Explore the mysterious climate 'hotspots' defying global warming models, posing new challenges for scientists. Plus, witness the first-ever image of a photon, reshaping our understanding of light and quantum physics. Finally, learn how World Forest ID is using science to combat deforestation and promote sustainable supply chains. This episode offers a captivating blend of history, climate science, quantum breakthroughs, and environmental innovation.

Sources:
https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/archaeology/a63052156/how-does-the-mayan-calendar-work/
https://gizmodo.com/climate-scientists-cant-explain-these-hotspots-appearing-around-the-world-2000530655
https://www.livescience.com/physics-mathematics/quantum-physics/the-shape-of-light-scientists-reveal-image-of-an-individual-photon-for-1st-time-ever
https://news.mongabay.com/2024/11/using-science-to-fight-deforestation-interview-with-world-forest-ids-jade-saunders-andrew-lowe/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:44) Scientists Finally Solved the Mystery of How the Mayan Calendar Works
(00:03:40) Climate Scientists Can't Explain These 'Hotspots' Appearing Around the World
(00:06:31) The shape of light: Scientists reveal image of an individual photon for 1st time ever
(00:09:01) Using science to fight deforestation: Interview with World Forest ID’s Jade Saunders & Andrew Lowe