StarTalk Radio

Neil deGrasse Tyson answers burning questions about the age of the universe, the double slit experiment, and the nature of time. The measurement and expansion of the universe, communication in deep space, and quantum physics are also discussed.

Former astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison discusses the future of living and traveling in space. They touch on topics such as the 100-year Starship project, the need for alternative energy sources, creating a virtual human for interstellar travel, and the importance of immersive museum experiences.

Astrobiologist Kennda Lynch discusses the challenges of living on Mars, growing food using Martian regolith, and the potential for terraforming Mars. They explore the composition of Martian regolith and its potential as a resource, as well as the challenges of terraforming Mars and building up the atmosphere. Lighthearted banter and advertisements are also featured.

Chemical engineer David Reichmuth discusses the carbon impacts of electric vehicles and achieving zero emissions. Topics include the importance of electric vehicles, historical emergence of science in policy-making, impact of passenger cars and trucks on climate and air pollution, emissions of electric vehicles vs. gasoline cars, thermodynamic efficiency of combustion engines, emissions and manufacturing of electric vehicles, the rise of electric cars, challenges of solar panels on cars, and the future of electrification.

Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice explore psychedelics and mind-bending research with Rick Doblin, President of Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). They discuss treating PTSD, the history of psychedelics, the impact of methamphetamine, and the potential benefits of psychedelics in therapy.

Dr. Linda Malkas discusses paradigm shifts in cancer treatment, the nature of cancer, immune system evasion, virtual screening for cancer-killing compounds, advancements in cancer therapy, and the importance of personalized treatment in this entertaining episode of StarTalk Radio.

The podcast explores topics such as galaxy formation, measuring distances of far away objects, dark matter, primordial galaxies, and the impact of James Webb Space Telescope on our understanding of the universe.

NASA aerospace engineer and author Wendy Okolo, PhD, joins Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Matt Kirshen to explore aeronautics, aerodynamics, and the potential of flying cars and self-driving planes. They also discuss the influence of air currents, the relationship between altitude and aircraft design, and the challenges of moving through different atmospheres.

Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Gary O’Reilly and Chuck Nice talk with Edwin Moses, two-time Olympic gold medalist and the greatest hurdler of all time. Topics include using science to win, the power of anger in sports, evolving sophistication of doping, childhood experiences and changing attitudes, and discussions about a potential biopic.

Topics include dark matter, portrayal of aliens in movies, finite nature of the multiverse, different classes of multiverse, conversing with Isaac Newton in 1700, concept of time travel, influence of time travelers on historical figures, and imagining future technology like warp drives and aliens' warp drives.