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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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How do you know what you know? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice explore issues with quantum mechanics and objectivity, the history of physics, and how scientists ask questions on the edge of our understanding with philosopher of physics El... more

What does loneliness do to our brains? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore how the loneliness epidemic impacts our minds, bodies, and even our lifespan with neuroscientist Ben Rein, author of Why Brains Need Friends: The Scienc... more

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Jake Roper
Host of Vsauce3 Science Channel on YouTube
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Episode: Cosmic Queries – ALIENS! with Jake Roper
Bogdan Botezatu
Director of Threat Research and Reporting
Bitdefender
Episode: Deepfakes and the War on Truth with Bogdan Botezatu
Jonathan Haidt
Social psychologist at NYU's Stern School of Business and author of The Anxious Generation
NYU's Stern School of Business
Episode: The Anxious Generation with Jonathan Haidt
Jeff Thornburg
CEO of Portal Space Systems
Portal Space Systems
Episode: The New Space Race with Jeff Thornburg
Wendy Freedman
Professor of Astronomy at the University of Chicago, recognized for her work on measuring the universe's expansion rate.
University of Chicago
Episode: Solving the Crisis in Cosmology with Wendy Freedman
Nataliya Kosmyna
Research Scientist at MIT Media Lab specializing in non-invasive brain-computer interfaces.
MIT Media Lab
Episode: Your Brain on ChatGPT with Nataliya Kosmyna
Kelly Holley-Bockelmann
Professor of Physics at Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Episode: Gravity’s Cosmic Symphony with Kelly Holley-Bockelmann
Charles Liu
Geek in Chief and astrophysicist
Episode: Cosmic Queries – Grabby Aliens with Charles Liu
Kerstin Göpfrich
Professor at the Center for Molecular Biology at Heidelberg University
Heidelberg University
Episode: Building Life from Scratch with Kerstin Göpfrich

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Neil deGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist and host known as your personal astrophysicist, he brings a unique combination of science expertise and charismatic presentation to the show. He engages audiences through humor and in-depth scientific explanations, making complex topics accessible to all.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 33.5k ratings
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    msbeateheister47
    a month ago
  • Dumb joke attempts ruin a good show

    Saw there was a free episode and liked the topic (quantum) so I tried it. Really good stuff from NDT but the dumb jokes every minute or so, were just too much. I have a fast forward button on my car, so it worked for the one episode but I must have hit it 30 times.

    I don’t know who the clown was, maybe a nephew, but someone should tell him he’s more annoying than funny.

    Not gonna pay to try any more episodes, though I’ll check in every year or so to see if the format changed.

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    Samson38$
    United Statesa month ago
  • EstrellaDV

    Thanks so much! This podcast keeps me curious. Excellent work!!! Please keep going.

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    5
    BlueJellyFisch
    Germanya month ago
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    Oi Neil do u support trump

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    Australiaa month ago
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Critics note a desire for more focus on substantive discussions rather than comedic banter.
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The rapport between hosts adds to the enjoyment, although some find the comedic elements distracting or excessive.

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Cosmic Queries – ALIENS! with Jake Roper
Q: What is the most believable depiction of aliens you've seen in modern sci-fi?
Jake mentions Arrival for its realistic portrayal of alien interaction, while also pointing out Contact as a great example of how humans would react to the knowledge of extraterrestrial intelligence.
Cosmic Queries – ALIENS! with Jake Roper
Q: If our planet was being attacked by aliens, what's the first thing you would do?
Jake humorously mentions he would relax and pour a nice Merlot while waiting for the outcome of the attack.
Cosmic Queries – ALIENS! with Jake Roper
Q: Do you think an organization such as MIB, or Men in Black, can be established secretly if the government finds aliens?
Yes, it's plausible that a government would create a secret organization to manage knowledge about aliens, but it would likely not be as cool as depicted in the movies.
Cosmic Queries – ALIENS! with Jake Roper
Q: Is it possible to harness light in a kind of super laser?
Harnessing light in this manner is theoretically possible with lasers, but would require an immense amount of energy to vaporize a human into ash, as seen in the movie War of the Worlds.
Deepfakes and the War on Truth with Bogdan Botezatu
Q: Are there any telltale signs that you are looking at a deepfake or hearing a deepfake?
Signs include poor lip synchronization or artifacts introduced by AI, but also considering the context and consistency with the individual's behavior.

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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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StarTalk Radio launched 16 years ago and published 1057 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jake Roper
2. Bogdan Botezatu
3. Jonathan Haidt
4. Jeff Thornburg
5. Wendy Freedman
6. Nataliya Kosmyna
7. Kelly Holley-Bockelmann
8. Charles Liu

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