# What Is the Universe Made Of?

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Podcast: [Kurzgesagt Podcast: Science Revealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kurzgesagt-podcast-science-revealed-7256567)
Published: 2026-06-05T10:16:03+00:00
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## Resource

Everything around us from the air we breathe to the stars shining across the night sky is made of something. But when scientists looked deeper into the cosmos, they discovered a shocking mystery: the matter we can see accounts for only a tiny fraction of the universe.In this episode, we explore one of the biggest questions in science: What is the universe really made of? Journey from ordinary atoms and subatomic particles to the invisible realms of dark matter and dark energy. Discover why galaxies spin the way they do, how scientists detect things they cannot see, and why nearly 95% of the universe remains largely unknown.Join us as we uncover the ingredients of the cosmos, examine the latest discoveries in astrophysics, and explore the mysteries that continue to challenge our understanding of reality. By the end of this episode, you'll see the universe and your place within it in a completely new light. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kurzgesagt-podcast-science-revealed--6600013/support .

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