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Jan 12, 2024 • 44min

Healing the Earth Through Regenerative Farming with Will Harris

Will Harris, herdsman and author, discusses the future of food production, regenerative agriculture, and greenwashing. Topics include regenerative farming's impact on climate and health, the difference between grass-fed and grain-fed cattle, the negative effects of industrialized farming on rural America, and the benefits of regenerative farming practices. The speakers also discuss the role of nature in farming, avoiding toxins, and building a sustainable future.
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Jan 9, 2024 • 42min

Exploring Consciousness with George Mashour

George Mashour, anesthesiologist and founder of the Michigan Psychedelic Center, joins Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice to discuss the study of consciousness and the potential of psychedelics. They explore altered states, emergence of consciousness in infants, theories of consciousness, replicating the human brain, and the impact of psychedelics on consciousness and mental health treatment.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 53min

Cosmic Queries – Science Epiphany

Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice discuss wormholes, their potential applications in transportation, and the unique characteristics of wormholes. They explore the relationship between religious experiences and science, questioning the concept of miracles. The hosts delve into the idea of achieving absolute nothingness, the role of AI in scientific discoveries, and the importance of nurturing curiosity in young scientists.
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Dec 29, 2023 • 48min

Our Burning Questions – Age of the Universe & More

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.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 49min

A Conversation with Dr. Mae Jemison (Re-release)

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.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 46min

Can You Terraform Mars? with Kennda Lynch

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.
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Dec 15, 2023 • 52min

Our Electrified Future with David Reichmuth

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.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 54min

The Psychedelic Mind with Rick Doblin

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.
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Dec 8, 2023 • 48min

The Biggest Challenge in Medicine with Dr. Linda Malkas

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.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 43min

Cosmic Queries – Galaxies Galore

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.

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