In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we explore one of the most groundbreaking discoveries of modern astrophysics: gravitational waves. These ripples in spacetime, predicted by Einstein over a century ago, offer a new way to observe the universe’s most dramatic events. Join Amitesh as we unravel the story behind gravitational waves, how they are detected, and why they are transforming our understanding of the cosmos.

Key Highlights:

• What Are Gravitational Waves?
  • Discover how gravitational waves are formed by events like merging black holes and neutron star collisions.
  • Understand their nature as ripples in spacetime travelling at the speed of light.
• Einstein’s Legacy and the First Detection:
  • Learn about Einstein’s 1915 prediction of gravitational wav ...