

Staying Curious with William Shatner
4 snips Mar 26, 2024
Actor William Shatner joins Neil deGrasse Tyson to discuss spacetime, Star Trek, curiosity, and loneliness. They explore the nature of warp drive, the duality of curiosity, and the quest for a unified theory in physics. Delving into mysterious forces like dark energy and dark matter, the conversation prompts listeners to embrace curiosity and collective wisdom to unravel the secrets of the universe.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Reflections on Life and Unexpected Turns
02:00 • 14min
Exploring Water Quality and Fuel Production on the Moon
15:53 • 6min
Exploring the Duality of Curiosity
21:34 • 11min
The Curiosity Paradox: Balancing Knowledge and Pleasure
32:31 • 12min
Exploring the Concept of Unity in the Universe and the Quest for a Unified Theory in Physics
44:35 • 4min
Unifying Space and Time: From Photons to Virtual Particles
48:25 • 6min
Exploring Mysterious Forces and Embracing Curiosity
54:48 • 4min