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StarTalk
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Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe.
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A Day in the Life of Neil deGrasse Tyson [VLOG]
A Day in the Life of Neil deGrasse Tyson [VLOG] offers a glimpse into the daily life of renowned astrophysicist and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson. Known for making complex scientific ideas accessible to the public, Tyson shares a look at his activities, professional commitments, and...
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A Star Is About to Explode (And You_ll Be Able to See It)
A Star Is About to Explode (And You’ll Be Able to See It) explores one of the most spectacular events in the universe: a stellar explosion that could become visible from Earth.This episode examines the science behind supernovae, the powerful explosions that occur during certain stars’ final…
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A Scientist_s View of War
A Scientist’s View of War explores the complex nature of warfare through the lens of science, examining how research, technology, psychology, and human behavior influence armed conflict.This episode considers how scientific discoveries have transformed warfare throughout history, from advances in...
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_What is Knowledge__ with Vsauce2 and Neil deGrasse Tyson
What Is Knowledge? with Vsauce2 and Neil deGrasse Tyson explores one of the most fascinating questions in philosophy and science: what does it truly mean to know something? Through an engaging discussion, this episode examines the nature of knowledge, the limits of human understanding, and the...
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10 Year Anniversary of the Greatest Selfie Ever Taken
10 Year Anniversary of the Greatest Selfie Ever Taken celebrates the anniversary of a remarkable selfie that captured a moment people couldn't stop talking about. This episode looks back at the story behind the famous photograph, the circumstances surrounding its creation, and why it became such…
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Do Aliens Speak Whale_ Voyager_ Schodinger_s Cat_ and More
Description:Could we communicate with aliens by studying the language of whales? In this fascinating science episode, explore some of the universe's biggest mysteries, from the possibility of communicating with extraterrestrial intelligence to the historic Voyager missions and the strange world…
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How Going Fast Taught Us New Physics
Description:How did studying objects moving at incredible speeds transform our understanding of the universe? In this fascinating episode, explore how high-speed motion helped scientists uncover new principles of physics, from Einstein’s theory of special relativity to the relationship between...
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How We_ll Get to Alpha-Centauri _ Cosmic Queries _115
Description:How could humanity travel to Alpha Centauri, the nearest star system beyond our own? In this episode of Cosmic Queries, explore the scientific challenges and futuristic technologies that could one day make interstellar travel possible. From advanced propulsion systems and light-speed...
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Life May Only Be Able to Exist in this Part of the Galaxy_ with David Kipping
Description:Could life exist only in a specific region of the Milky Way? In this fascinating episode, astronomer David Kipping explores the possibility that certain parts of our galaxy may be more suitable for life than others. Discover how stars, planetary systems, cosmic radiation, and galactic...
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Inside the Search for Extra Dimensions_ with Lara Anderson
Description:Could our universe contain extra dimensions beyond the three dimensions of space and one dimension of time that we experience every day? In this fascinating episode, theoretical physicist Lara Anderson explores the scientific search for extra dimensions and their possible role in...
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Is Entanglement the Key to a Theory of Quantum Gravity_ with Sean Hodgman
Description:Could quantum entanglement hold the key to understanding quantum gravity? In this fascinating episode, explore one of the biggest unanswered questions in modern physics: how to unite quantum mechanics with Einstein's theory of general relativity.Discover how quantum entanglement...
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The Science of Sleep_ with Matt Walker
Description:Why is sleep essential to the human body and brain? In this fascinating episode, neuroscientist and sleep researcher Matt Walker explores the science of sleep and its profound impact on our health, memory, learning, emotions, and overall well-being.Discover what happens in the brain...
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It_s A Bug_s Life_ We_re Just Living In It_ with Jessica Ware
Description:What if insects are far more important to our world than we realize? In this fascinating episode, entomologist Jessica Ware explores the extraordinary lives of insects and their essential role in maintaining Earth's ecosystems.Discover the incredible diversity of insect species, their...
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How The Brain Perceives Time_ with David Eagleman
Description:How does the human brain perceive time, and why can a few seconds sometimes feel like an eternity while hours seem to pass in the blink of an eye? In this fascinating episode, neuroscientist David Eagleman explores the science behind our perception of time and how the brain constructs...
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Would You Really Want to Know if You_re in a Simulation_ _ Cosmic Queries _113
Description:Are we living in a computer simulation, and would you really want to know if reality is not what it seems? In this episode of Cosmic Queries #113, explore one of the most intriguing questions in science and philosophy: could our entire universe be an artificial simulation?Discover the...
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The Universe is Stranger Than We Could_ve Imagined_ with Mordecai-Mark Mac Low
Description:What if the universe is far more mysterious and complex than we ever imagined? In this episode, astrophysicist Mordecai-Mark Mac Low explores the fascinating discoveries, scientific questions, and cosmic phenomena that continue to challenge our understanding of the universe.Discover…
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What_s Going On Inside the Sun_ With Lika Guhathakurta
What's Going On Inside the Sun? – With Lika GuhathakurtaThe Sun may look like a steady source of light in our sky, but beneath its brilliant surface, an extraordinary world of nuclear reactions, magnetic forces, and constantly moving plasma is at work. In this episode, solar scientist Lika...
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What Gravitational Waves Reveal About the Universe_ with Michelle Thaller
What Gravitational Waves Reveal About the Universe – With Michelle ThallerWhat if we could listen to the universe and discover cosmic events that ordinary telescopes cannot see? In this episode, astronomer and science communicator Michelle Thaller explores gravitational waves, tiny ripples in...
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Where_s the Best Place to Watch The ISS Deorbit_ _ Cosmic Queries _114
Where's the Best Place to Watch the ISS Deorbit? | Cosmic Queries #114What will happen when the International Space Station (ISS) reaches the end of its operational life, and where might observers be able to witness its final journey? In this episode of Cosmic Queries, explore the science behind...
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Why We Haven_t Reached Superintelligence_ with David Krakauer
Why We Haven't Reached Superintelligence – With David KrakauerWhy hasn't humanity achieved superintelligence, and what makes intelligence so difficult to understand and reproduce? In this episode, David Krakauer explores the nature of intelligence, the limits of current scientific knowledge, and...
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Stars Ask Neil Their Cosmic Questions_ Vol. 3
Stars Ask Neil Their Cosmic Questions – Vol. 3Get ready for another fascinating journey through the universe as Neil explores intriguing questions about space, stars, planets, galaxies, and the mysteries of the cosmos. In this third volume, curiosity leads the way as astronomy and science help...
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Unlocking the Brain_s Potential_ with Gül Dölen
Unlocking the Brain’s Potential – With Gül DölenExplore the fascinating science of the human brain with neuroscientist Gül Dölen. This episode examines how the brain learns, adapts, and changes over time, offering insights into neuroplasticity, brain development, and the mechanisms that shape…
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Why Do We Exist_ With Hakeem Oluseyi
Why Do We Exist? – With Hakeem OluseyiWhy does the universe exist, and what is humanity’s place within it? In this thought-provoking episode, astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi explores profound questions about the origins of the universe, the emergence of life, and the scientific search for answers…
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All About The New Telescope NASA Just Launched_ with Jason Rhodes
All About the New Telescope NASA Just Launched – With Jason RhodesDiscover the science and technology behind NASA’s latest space telescope in this episode featuring Jason Rhodes. Explore how advanced telescopes help scientists observe distant galaxies, study the evolution of the universe,...
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Finally_ The Truth with Michael Shermer
Finally: The Truth with Michael ShermerExplore questions about science, skepticism, human behavior, and the search for truth with Michael Shermer. This podcast examines ideas, beliefs, and controversial claims through critical thinking, evidence, and scientific reasoning.Listeners are invited to...
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Where’s the Best Place to Watch The ISS Deorbit Cosmic Queries - StarTalk
Could there be a hidden planet lurking beyond Pluto and Neptune? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice tackle a wide-ranging grab bag of fan questions covering Planet 9, galaxy shapes, dark matter, the odds of getting hit by a meteorite, and more! Learn about the Kuiper Belt and…
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Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe.
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