The Thermodynamics of Communication - Exploring Energy and Information Limits

Explore the profound relationship between energy, information, and matter in this thought-provoking podcast episode featuring SFI Professor David Wolpert and MIT Physics PhD student Farita Tasnim. Delve into the nonlinear dynamics of communication channels, examining the limits of information transfer and the energy costs associated with sending and receiving messages. Discover the connections between stochastic thermodynamics and the boundaries of human knowledge, and investigate the role of noise in collective intelligence. Gain insights into the evolution of information theory and coding theory, and consider the implications for understanding the fundamental workings of our universe. Engage with cutting-edge research that challenges our understanding of communication processes and their physical constraints.

David Wolpert & Farita Tasnim on The Thermodynamics of Communication