
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1062 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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What is truly foundational to the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice welcome particle physicist Brian Cox for a discussion about emergence, particles, consciousness, and the very fabric of spacetime.
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Are we making science fiction a reality? Is that a good thing? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, & Gary O’Reilly and guest Adam Becker, science communicator and author of More Everything Forever, discuss sci-fi dreams, tech-bro promises, and the real ... more
Can you listen to a picture of the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice welcome back Chandra X-ray Observatory data-sonification expert Kim Arcand of the to explore how translating cosmic data into sound lets us sense the universe in entirely... more
Albert Einstein was, well, Albert Einstein. But was he right? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice investigate what it took to prove Einstein right, with theoretical physicist Dr. Jim Gates.
Originally Aired October 19, 2020.
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The planets except Venus are named after the Roman God.
In Japanese, which is my mother tongue, they are named after the day of the week:
Sun/Sunday/sun, Mercury/Wednesday/water, Venus/Friday/gold or money, Earth/(ground), Mars/Tuesday/fire, Jupiter/Thursday/tree, Saturn/Saturday/soil,
Uranus/sky or high, Neptune/ocean, (and Pluto/darkness)
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Been watching StarTalk (The YouTube version) for the past 5-7 years, along with watching Neil’s interviews and related stuff since I was a 10-11 yr old when Ice Age: Collision Course came out and loved him ever since. Im now 21 and started listening to the podcast because im older now and cant be havin the blue light get to me 😆. Cant listen or watch an episode without being infected with King Neil’s energy and lifting my mood with Lord Nice’s comedic charm and Gary O’Reillys tones. Love these ... more
It’s perfect except the fact that it has adds
Topics are pretty interesting, and hosts seem to have a good chemistry. It’s informative without being too serious.
Thank you, I listen to this at work and it keeps me company!
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A unique blend of science, comedy, and pop culture forms the hallmark of this captivating audio experience. Scientists, comedians, and guest celebrities converge to explore a wide range of topics from astronomy and physics to more general inquiries about life in the universe. With a signature conversational approach, episodes feature dynamic discussions and humorous exchanges, making profound scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience. This podcast engages listeners not only with interesting scientific explorations but also with pop culture references and wit, thus attracting a diverse group of enthusiasts eager to learn while being entertained.
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Recent guests on StarTalk Radio include:
1. Brian Cox
2. Adam Becker
3. Kim Arcand
4. Jim Gates
5. Jake Roper
6. Bogdan Botezatu
7. Jonathan Haidt
8. Jeff Thornburg
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