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StarTalk Radio

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Science, pop culture, and comedy collide on StarTalk Radio! Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist and Director of New York's Hayden Planetarium, and his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities, and scientific experts explore astronomy, physics, and everything else there is to know about life in the universe. New episodes premiere Tuesdays. Keep Looking Up! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new ... more

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Latest Episodes

Is the whole universe actually a jinn particle? Neil deGrasse Tyson and cohosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly hang out with astrophysicist Charles Liu to answer questions about the nature of gravity, dark matter, and why we don’t actually know how the... more

Can you measure time without something moving? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice tackle your cosmic questions, from the Silurian Hypothesis to singularities to the edge of the known universe. 

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What will life be like on other planets? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice explore the origins of life on alien planets and extremophiles right here on Earth with astrobiologist Kennda Lynch. 

(Originally Aired Februa... more

Why three dimensions? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedians Chuck Nice and Hasan Minhaj celebrate 100 years of quantum physics and everywhere it’s taken us, joined by theoretical astrophysicists Brian Greene and Janna Levin.

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Recent Guests

Kennda Lynch
Astrobiologist and expert on extremophiles
Lunar and Planetary Institute
Episode: Cosmic Queries – Alien Worlds and Extremophiles with Kennda Lynch
Max Jaderberg
Chief AI Officer at Isomorphic Labs
Isomorphic Labs
Episode: Curing All Disease with AI with Max Jaderberg
Dr. Noc
PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a social media influencer specializing in medical information.
Episode: Curing Medical Misinformation with Dr. Noc & Scott Hamilton Kennedy
Scott Hamilton Kennedy
Documentary filmmaker known for 'Shot in the Arm,' focusing on vaccines and misinformation.
Black Valley Films
Episode: Curing Medical Misinformation with Dr. Noc & Scott Hamilton Kennedy
Sara Seager
Professor of aeronautics and astronautics, physics and planetary science at MIT
MIT
Episode: Cosmic Queries – Life on Exoplanets with Sara Seager
Brian Keating
Chancellor's Distinguished Professor of Physics at UC San Diego
University of California, San Diego
Episode: The Beginning of the Universe with Brian Keating
Sergiu Pașca
Neuroscientist and professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Assembloids: Recreating the Brain with Sergiu Paşca
Daniele Visioni
Assistant professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Science at Cornell specializing in climate intervention methods.
Cornell University
Episode: Changing the World (Literally)
Holly Jean Buck
Associate Professor of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Buffalo and author of 'After Geoengineering'.
University of Buffalo
Episode: Changing the World (Literally)

Hosts

Neil deGrasse Tyson
Host and personal astrophysicist, known for engaging with audiences on complex scientific topics in an entertaining manner.
Gary O'Reilly
Co-Host, bringing humor and relatability to discussions on science and popular culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 31.8k ratings
  • Wow what an intro!

    That intro blew my mind! I did not expect that…but I’m not complaining. I’m writing a comic series and I think I’ll be using this guy when working out mechanics for the universe! (Ps, I love Neil’s laugh, it makes me so happy for some reason) 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sapphirepotter1636
    United States25 days ago
  • Great series

    This is amazing so much to learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    $Stargazer$
    United Statesa month ago
  • Awesome

    Love listening to this podcast while doing chores

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stefan.2009
    United Statesa month ago
  • Star Talk five star

    Funny and educational and keep doing stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amazingly amazing good
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Show

    Funny, informative, and interesting. It’s my go to podcast for long trips, laundry, cleaning the house and my science fix.

    The comedy element is a stroke of genius. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HGH2015
    United Statesa month ago

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Critiques often focus on interruptions during discussions, with requests for guests to have more speaking time.
Many listeners appreciate the blend of humor and science, finding it both informative and entertaining.
Overall, the educational tone and ability to make complex topics relatable seem to resonate well with the audience, despite some criticisms.
Some reviews highlight discomfort with commercial ads, particularly those for gambling apps, which are seen as inappropriate for the content.

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Cosmic Queries – Alien Worlds and Extremophiles with Kennda Lynch
Q: Can we study life on restricted bodies like Europa or Enceladus?
NASA has planetary protection protocols that prevent disturbing potential life forms, focusing on collecting data through satellites for now.
Cosmic Queries – Alien Worlds and Extremophiles with Kennda Lynch
Q: What is the most surprising, fascinating life form or trait about a life form here on earth that you have discovered or learned about in your career so far?
One of the craziest life forms is the bug that can live on nuclear reactors, called Dinocacus radiodurans.
Curing All Disease with AI with Max Jaderberg
Q: How do you get a piece of this company?
This is a massive opportunity to completely change just the cost, the speeds, and the business model as we do that.
Curing All Disease with AI with Max Jaderberg
Q: Is it possible to design a drug or medication that has zero side effects and works exactly for me?
This is the goal, right? This is what we're shooting for, generating specific drugs based on individual mutations.
Curing All Disease with AI with Max Jaderberg
Q: Can AI discover a hallucinogenic that could make him see God?
You can go on the Alpha-Fold server and try that out.

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The discussion primarily revolves around the intersection of science, pop culture, and comedy. This platform brings together conversations on a wide array of topics within astronomy, physics, and various elements of the universe, featuring not only Neil deGrasse Tyson but also comic co-hosts, celebrities, and scientific experts. Episodes explore themes such as astrobotany, gravitational waves, and the implications of nuclear energy, while also infusing humor into complex scientific concepts to make them more approachable. This unique blend of entertainment and education likely appeals to a wide audience, particularly to those interested in both scientific inquiry and popular culture, merging the cosmological with the comedic.

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1. Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe
2. The LIUniverse with Dr. Charles Liu
3. The Supermassive Podcast
4. Why This Universe?
5. Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

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Recent guests on StarTalk Radio include:

1. Kennda Lynch
2. Max Jaderberg
3. Dr. Noc
4. Scott Hamilton Kennedy
5. Sara Seager
6. Brian Keating
7. Sergiu Pașca
8. Daniele Visioni

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