This episode of Techsplainers explores qubits, the fundamental building blocks of quantum computing. Unlike classical bits that can only be 0 or 1, qubits can exist in superposition, representing both states simultaneously until measured. The episode explains how qubits harness quantum mechanics to potentially solve complex problems that would take classical computers thousands of years. We learn how qubits work through quantum superposition, why they can process multiple possibilities at once, and their applications in fields like cancer research, climate modeling, and drug discovery. The discussion also touches on the extreme conditions required to maintain qubit stability, setting the stage for future episodes about different types of qubits and quantum entanglement.

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Narrated by Ian Smalley