# Black Hole Geometry Will Warp Your Brain | Janna Levin

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Published: 2026-02-18T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Black holes can be bigger on the inside than they are on the outside. Astrophysicist Janna Levin explains how this is possible, and what that means about how black holes work. For more, check out the extended interview with Janna Levin. Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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