An Unforgettable Talk

The speaker shares their journey from having no interest in cosmology to being captivated by Alan Guth's talk on the inflationary universe. Initially skeptical, the speaker becomes intrigued by the concept of phase transitions on a cosmic scale, which relates to their work in quantum field theory. Despite the excitement, the talk ends on a challenging note as Guth explains the unresolved issues with the inflationary model. This leads the speaker to explore potential solutions, marking the beginning of their ongoing engagement with cosmology.

How did the speaker relate the concept of phase transitions to cosmology?

What was the speaker's reaction to the conclusion of Alan Guth's talk?