<p>Aether, atoms, waves, and particles.</p><p>These are not only the building blocks of science’s oldest debate, but a mirror into our philosophical quest to understand whether nature is an aspect of <em>being</em> or <em>becoming</em>. For over 8,000 years, humans have grappled with this riddle, asking whether the universe is composed of particles or waves.</p><p>In this episode, we explore <em>The Forgotten Battle That Shaped Science: Aether vs. Atoms,</em> and how these ancient concepts influenced the development of modern science. Join us as we trace the dialogue between philosophy and physics, uncovering the hidden stories behind humanity’s quest to understand the very fabric of reality.</p><p>💡This is part one of a two-part chapter on the history of light, from Plato to Maxwell</p><p>These chapters are part of a wider metaphysical journey—one that invites you to look again at the world around you, and to see the unseen. Join the conversation:</p><p>0:00 - 03:04 Introduction </p><p>03:04 - 05:37 What is Light? </p><p>05:37 - 10:40 Atomos & Æthers </p><p>10:40 - 17:26 Islamic Optics </p><p>17:26 - 27:39 Corpuscles or Waves? </p><p></p><p>Full Series Podcast, click here: <a target="_blank" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJKKoGjld9iyiHfe9N27SR4VOxN4tHSuT&#38;si=hFF1dFq4vdXYRa5m">https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJKKoGjld9iyiHfe9N27SR4VOxN4tHSuT&si=hFF1dFq4vdXYRa5m</a></p><p>Full Series + Pretty Pictures, click here: <a target="_blank" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJKKoGjld9izBq6z39TFxNNeljB5r17_J&#38;si=sp_7K-nidAdFisfH">https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJKKoGjld9izBq6z39TFxNNeljB5r17_J&si=sp_7K-nidAdFisfH</a></p><p>Act 2 - Chapter 19: Waves & Perfect Circles</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://linktr.ee/Infinitenow">http://linktr.ee/Infinitenow</a></p><p>👋 Join The Discussion: infinitenowwithseancrowley.substack.com </p><p>For extended research notes and further credits, please view our full visual episodes on You Tube</p><p>#Being and Becoming #Plato #Cosmos #Consciousness #Metaphysics #Infinity #Philosophy #Aristotle #Newton #Ibn al-Haytham #Thomas Young #doundle slit experiment</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://infinitenowwithseancrowley.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">infinitenowwithseancrowley.substack.com</a>