E = mc2 Explained
From Open Culture
E = mc2. It's hands-down the most well known equation out there. But how many have the faintest idea what the equation really means? Not too long ago, PBS' NOVA put together a "docudrama," called Einstein's Big Idea, which took a close look at how Einstein arrived at the equation and what it means. Along with the program, NOVA produced some related media resources, among which you'll find a series of podcasts (iTunes - Feed - mp3) featuring 10 top physicists (including two Nobel Prize winners) who briefly explain the meaning and importance of E = mc2. In addition, and perhaps even better, they've posted an audio clip of Einstein himself explaining what the equation is all about. You'll find many good resources here, so have a good look around.
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