StarTalk Radio
Episodes
Real Science with Bill Maher (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Neil deGrasse Tyson has often been a guest on Real Time with Bill Maher. Find out what happens when the outspoken comedian returns the favor. With gue...
Packing for Mars (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
What are the practical considerations for a NASA mission to Mars? Find out when Neil interviews NASA astronaut Mike Massimino and “Packing for Mars”...
The Salt of the Earth (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
From the French Revolution to the science of geology, this show examines how salt has been an important ingredient in human history. Subscribe to Siri...
Advancing to the Next Level: The Science of Video Games (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
There’s more to games than meets the eye in Part 2 of The Science of Video Games, from evolution and economics to artificial intelligence and simula...
The Salt of the Earth (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Before you add some extra flavoring to your food, sample our show on the health effects of salt. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new epis...
Packing for Mars (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In “Packing for Mars Part 2” Neil asks astronaut Mike Massimino and author Mary Roach questions the press avoids: how to go to the bathroom or hav...
StarTalk Live! A Night at the Neptune Theatre (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In the second half of our live show at the Neptune Theatre in Seattle, StarTalk geeks out on heroes, villains, and technology that’s changed the wor...
Advancing to the Next Level: The Science of Video Games (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
How dangerous are video games? Do they provide value beyond entertainment? Neil finds out from video game expert Jeffrey Ryan and Sims designer Will W...
StarTalk Live! A Night at the Neptune Theatre (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Wil Wheaton, famous for his role as Wesley Crusher on Star Trek: The Next Generation, joins StarTalk Live at the Neptune Theatre in Seattle. Subscribe...
A Conversation with Morgan Freeman
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Morgan Freeman chats about space, science, and the inspiration they provide for films and for the future. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to...
Live at the Bell House, The Astronaut Session (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of our December 2011 Bell House show, we discuss the dangers and dilemmas of current and future space travel. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts...
Live at the Bell House: “The Space Between Your Ears” (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of our brainy show at the Bell House explores the psychology of astronauts and the chemistry of love. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen...
Live at the Bell House: “The Space Between Your Ears” (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Warning: Our live Bell House show about the human brain and consciousness could just blow your mind. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new ...
Time Lords: The Science of Keeping Time
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The Nerdist Chris Hardwick joins us for an upbeat discussion of clocks, calendars, and leaps in time. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new...
Season 2 Time Capsule
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Revisit some highlights of our Season 2 shows. This show includes interview excerpts with Whoopi Goldberg, John Hodgman, Nichelle Nichols, Phil Plait,...
Live at the Bell House, The Astronaut Session (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
At the Bell House in Brooklyn, NY on 12/18/2011 for our second show in front of a live audience. Co-host Eugene Mirman was joined by fellow comedians ...
A Conversation with Whoopi Goldberg
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Whoopi Goldberg talks about her love of science, and how it eventually led to her role as Guinan on "Star Trek, The Next Generation". Subscr...
When Science Crashes the Party
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Janeane Garofalo engages in political warfare, delving into the furious debates between Democrats and Republicans and the science issues that divide t...
Spooky Science
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Our Halloween special investigates the science of ghosts and other haunting phenomena. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of St...
The Big Bang Theory
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
A hit TV sitcom about science geeks? Neil talks with the co-creator and science advisor for "The Big Bang Theory." Subscribe to SiriusXM Po...
Spaceward Bound
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
NASA astronaut Mike Massimino joins us to discuss the perils and promise of human space flight now and into the future. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts...
Live at the Bell House (Part 2)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In the second half of our live show at the Bell House in Brooklyn, Kristen Schaal, Scott Adsit, Eugene Mirman and our very special guest Alan Alda tra...
Live at the Bell House (Part 1)
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
StarTalk Radio brought science in the house at the 4th annual Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival, with Kristen Schaal, Scott Adsit, Eugene Mirman and our v...
The Music of the Spheres
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
From the physics of sound to the healing power of song, groove to the universal sway of music with guests Moby and Jonathan Coulton. Subscribe to Siri...
9/11 Memorial
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
On this ten-year anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, StarTalk Radio takes a look at the event and how it changed our lives. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcast...
Making the Fur Fly
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Although many people debate about the use of animals in science and civilization, few argue as adamantly against their use than our guest, Ingrid Newk...
Revolving Around the Sun
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
See the Sun with new eyes as we discuss the many ways this ball of plasma illuminates our past, present and future. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to...
The Physics of Superheroes, the Sequel
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Holy Δx Δp ≥ ℏ/2 Batman! Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku joins us for another discussion of superheroes and the amazing physics behind the...
NASA and Nichelle Nichols
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Famous for her role as Star Trek's Uhura, Nichelle Nichols discusses in part 2 of her interview how she also played a vital role in influencing the mo...
A Conversation with Nichelle Nichols
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Nichelle Nichols discusses her role as Star Trek's Lt. Uhura, and the impact that had on her life and on society. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to l...
Through the Wormhole
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Academy-award winning actor Morgan Freeman joins us for a light-hearted discussion of some of the deepest mysteries facing science today. Subscribe to...
Time Travel at the Movies
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Travel back to the future for a discussion of time travel and the movies that depict such excellent adventures. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to lis...
Let There Be Light
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Are you on our wavelength? Learn about the many ways the electromagnetic spectrum infiltrates our lives and illuminates the universe. Subscribe to Sir...
Making Cents of Money
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Suze Orman shares her street smarts about math, investing and the recent economic melt-down on our show about the science of finance. Subscribe to Sir...
The Political Science of The Daily Show
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
From Comedy Central's World News Headquarters in New York, Neil sits down with Jon Stewart of The Daily Show to discuss the comic (and cosmic) connect...
Climate Confusion
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Extreme weather events dominate the news -- tornadoes, hurricanes, winter snowmageddons, floods. What is fantasy and what is reality in the cultural c...
The Physics of Superheroes
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Faster than a speeding bullet? More powerful than a locomotive? James Kakalios, physics professor and author of "The Physics of Superheroes"...
Science at the Movies
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Neil, comedian co-host Leighann Lord, and Phil Plait, the "Bad Astronomer," discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of science in the movies...
The Cosmic Chemistry of Cosmetics
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about the evolution of paints, powders, perfumes and other potions as we discuss the artful science of cosmetics. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts...
Are You Out of Your Mind?
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
How do we know what we know? The brain is an amazing product of evolutionary engineering, but many influences can play with our perceptions. Subscrib...
A Violent Earth
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Japan was recently hit by a triple punch: a powerful 9.0 magnitude earthquake generated a huge tsunami, which then critically damaged a nuclear power ...
Cosmic Cuisine
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
What ingredients provide "The Right Stuff" for an astronaut's dinner? From BBQ to ice cream, we feast on food fit for the stars. Subscribe t...
Appetite for Destruction
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Paleontologist Peter Ward explains how life's tendency toward self-destruction has led to massive extinction events in Earth's history. What does the ...
A Conversation with John Hodgman
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Expert-in-everything John Hodgman addresses a range of topics, from the possibility of alien or robot invasion, to what lobsters have in common with S...
Tour of the Solar System
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Take a tour of the solar system with Mars Exploration Rover scientist Steve Squyres and planetary scientist Heidi Hammel. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcas...
Matters of the Heart
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
From Aristotle's misguided meanderings to modern open heart surgery. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-fr...
StarTalk Time Capsule
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we highlight a few star moments from our constellation of past shows. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of St...
The Physics of Football
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
How are the universal laws of matter, energy and motion expressed on the football field? Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of ...
The Out-of-this-World UFO Show
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen mysterious lights in the sky, or glimpsed an alien spacecraft? This show provides a probing yet playful discussion about Unidentifi...
Wit and Wisdom about Wine
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
When tasting the first sparkling champagne, Benedictine monk Dom Perignon supposedly said, "Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!" It's mor...
The International Space Station: A Space Age Cathedral
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
While cathedrals give people a place to contemplate Heaven from our place here on Earth, astronauts on the ISS can view Earth from "the heavens&q...
Holiday Lights
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
For our holiday show, Neil and his comedian co-hosts discuss the constellations of the winter sky, the star of Bethlehem, and the physics of Santa. S...
Science is Fierce
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Do sci-fi classics like Star Trek provide a glimpse into future trends and styles? Neil chats with stylist James Aguiar about the science fiction and ...
An Alien’s Guide to Earth
28 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Stewart is the first guest of the new season. He and Neil discuss the Daily Show book, Earth: A Visitor's Guide to the Human Race. Subscribe to S...
What's So Funny About Space?
24 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Our season finale features the incomparable comedian Joan Rivers. In this episode, she provides color commentary for a Red Carpet parade of previous s...
What's Exploration Worth?
17 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
When the economy takes a downturn, should we still go up into space? NASA missions aren’t cheap—sending astronauts into low Earth orbit or to the ...
A Universe of Inspiration
10 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Geometry, physics and the other sciences describe the world we live in, and artists often play with these properties in their own imaginative investig...
Cosmic Quackery
03 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
In our quest to understand the universe, how can we be sure our conclusions are correct? Human beings have evolved to find meaningful patterns in natu...
Anniversary of Apollo 11
27 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. Neil Armstrong spoke these words after placing his foot down onto lunar soil, and through...
Exciting Times for Science
20 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Brilliant scientific discoveries and cutting edge technology have transformed our world, yet many people are turned off by science. Where has the exci...
Travels in Time
13 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Is time travel possible? Or has it already happened? Get ready to spend some time pondering time, because in this episode of StarTalk, host Neil deGra...
Summer Skies
06 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue? We have too, and so we’re giving you the long-awaited answer, along with more exploration into the myste...
Space Spin-Offs
29 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Space is now big business. Technology originally developed for the space program sometimes ends up in products for use on Earth, often in surprising w...
The Science of Star Trek
22 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
The Star Trek TV and movie series imagine a bright future for humans in space, one in which we explore alien worlds with the aid of advanced technolog...
The Search for Aliens
15 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Scientists have been searching for aliens in our solar system and beyond, but have not yet found evidence that life exists beyond Earth. SETI, the Sea...
Would You Be a Space Tourist?
08 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Branson has formed Virgin Galactic and is now taking reservations aboard the maiden voyage of SpaceShipOne. Would you spend the estimated $200...
Telescopes that Rocked Our World
01 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
This year marks the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s use of the first telescope. On this week’s show, we reflect on how telescopes have shifted our ...