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A half-hour dose of cosmic conversation with scientists, educators and students about the cosmos, scientific frontiers, scifi, comics, and more. Hosted by Dr. Charles Liu, PhD, an astrophysicist at the American Museum of Natural History. Support us on Patreon.

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Latest Episodes

It’s the end of everything! Welcome back to Part 2 of our season finale featuring Dr. Charles Liu, co-host Allen Liu, and our guest archaeology expert and author, Hannah Liu, MEd. (If you haven’t caught up to Part 1, we highly recommend you do before... more

As our fourth season draws to a close, we’ve got an apocalyptic, 2-part ending lined up. That’s right, we’re talking Armageddon, and we don’t mean the 1998 Bruce Willis blockbuster. And of course, if we’re going to delve into the end of everything, D... more

Who are the “Redshift Wranglers” and what can they tell us about the evolution of our universe? To find out, Dr. Charles Liu and co-host Allen Liu welcome back astrophysics PhD candidate Sadie Coffin from the Rochester Institute of Technology whose f... more

If a black hole shreds a star and nobody is around to hear it, does it make a sound? To find out, Dr. Charles Liu and co-host Allen Liu welcome Professor Yvette Cendes, (aka u/Andromeda321 on Reddit), a Radio Astronomer studying transient radio signa... more

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Recent Guests

Sadie Coffin
PhD student studying galaxy evolution at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Episode: Finding Your Place in Space with Sadie Coffin
Dr. Yvette Cendes
A first-year professor and radio astronomer at the University of Oregon
University of Oregon
Episode: Shredding and Stitching Stars with u/Andromeda321 (Yvette Cendes)
Justin Cole
Astronomer studying distant galaxies
Texas A&M University
Episode: Early Galaxies, Intelligent Plants and the Geometry of D&D Dice With Justin Cole
Dr. Melodie Kao
Astronomer at Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory
Episode: Standing on the Edge of Discovery with Dr. Melodie Kao
Alexia Stylianou
Engineer and Futurist
Episode: Future Fashion: Spacesuits, Exoskeletons & More with Alexia Stylianou
Dr. Theron Carmichael
Postdoctoral researcher specializing in exoplanetary systems and brown dwarfs.
University of Hawaii
Episode: Half-Baked Stars and Handmade Macarons with Dr. Theron Carmichael
Dr. Rebecca Charbonneau
Historian of science focusing on astronomical history and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence during the Cold War
American Institute of Physics
Episode: Cold Wars, AI, and Art for Aliens with Rebecca Charbonneau
Dr. Jackie Villadsen
Professor at Bucknell University, radio astronomer
Bucknell University
Episode: Megamasers and Magnetic Fields with Dr. Jackie Villadsen
Rob Sparks
Astronomer at NOIRLab
NOIRLab, National Science Foundation
Episode: A Scintillating Cosmic Conversation with Robert Sparks

Host

Dr. Charles Liu
Host of The LIUniverse, a knowledgeable astrophysicist with extensive expertise in astronomy and education.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • Greatest podcast

    Simple to understand fun, and professional, not just people having random conversations (Joe Rogen)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aaditya Vishwanathan
    United States4 months ago
  • Charles liu is one of the greatest minds we ever had

    Charles liu is one of the greatest minds we ever had

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GarvitNama
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • I get an education

    every time i listen to Dr Chuck Liu and his guests. Besides being brilliant Chuck is kind and gracious! It would be such good karma to be a student of his! thanks guys for helping us phathom our mysterious existence on this blue planet 🌍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mtyogini
    United States2 years ago
  • Great conversations!

    Loving Chuck and Allen’s show — smart and entertaining conversation infused with enthusiasm!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2020 Science
    United States2 years ago
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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the engaging and professional conversations that make complex topics understandable.
Episodes often feature entertaining discussions infused with humor and curiosity about cosmic topics.
The host is praised for his kindness and knowledge, making science more approachable.
Some listeners express concerns about unrelated tangents or specific episode content that might not resonate with them.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#13
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#10
Canada/Science/Astronomy
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#158
United Kingdom/Science
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#190
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#26
Australia/Science/Astronomy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chuck GPT Apocalypse, Part 1
Q: What are the odds that a killer asteroid will kill us all?
The odds of an asteroid large enough to cause civilization destruction hitting Earth in any given year is about 50 million to one against, which is very rare.
Shredding and Stitching Stars with u/Andromeda321 (Yvette Cendes)
Q: Tell us about tidal disruption events (TDEs).
A TDE occurs when a star gets too close to a supermassive black hole and gets shredded by tidal forces.
Shredding and Stitching Stars with u/Andromeda321 (Yvette Cendes)
Q: When will the black hole in the Milky Way eat the sun?
It's never going to happen.
Early Galaxies, Intelligent Plants and the Geometry of D&D Dice With Justin Cole
Q: Is the Big Bang Theory in trouble?
Justin Cole reassures that while there have been questions arising about galaxies appearing too large for their age, models are being refined, and the Big Bang Theory remains valid.
Early Galaxies, Intelligent Plants and the Geometry of D&D Dice With Justin Cole
Q: What if we discover extraterrestrial plant life and find out it's intelligent?
Justin Cole suggests that if intelligent plant life were to be discovered, it would be an opportunity to learn rather than simply a new source of food.

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This podcast offers engaging discussions that span various aspects of science and astronomy, inviting expert guests from different fields to explore cosmic phenomena and their implications. Topics frequently covered include astrophysics, galaxy evolution, and the intersection of science with culture through science fiction, comics, and history. With a focus on making complex subjects accessible and entertaining, it also delves into contemporary scientific research, historical insights, and the ethical dimensions of technology. The inviting format encourages curiosity and invites listeners to think critically about our universe and humanity's place in it.

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2. Dr. Yvette Cendes
3. Justin Cole
4. Dr. Melodie Kao
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