Astrophysics
Discover key takeaways from 16 podcast episodes about this topic.
The StarTalk Team Has More Questions for Neil | Burning Question Pt. 4
Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles burning questions from his team, covering everything from the weight of Earth and the simulation hypothesis to AI, education reform, and a cosmic perspective on life and death.
Modern physics is forcing us to rethink existence | Michelle Thaller: Full Interview
NASA astronomer Michelle Thaller reveals how cutting-edge physics is dismantling our fundamental understanding of space, time, and reality, pushing us to embrace a universe far stranger than human perception allows.
How We’re Trying to Detect Dark Matter Particles, with Katherine Freese
Theoretical physicist Katherine Freese reveals cutting-edge methods for detecting dark matter, from billion-year-old rocks to 'dark stars' observed by the James Webb Telescope, and challenges prevailing theories on dark energy.
Basement #008: Avi Loeb | 3I Atlas, Oumuamua, and What NASA Won't Say
Harvard Professor Avi Loeb details his data-driven quest for extraterrestrial intelligence, challenging academic dogma and government secrecy while revealing new threats to space observation and the future of humanity.
The Books That Shaped My Childhood
Neil deGrasse Tyson recounts the pivotal books from his childhood and college years that ignited his passion for science, shaped his communication style, and even led to the coining of 'Manhattanhenge'.
Space Solar Farms, Blue Straggler Stars, & Earth’s Escape Plan
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle cosmic queries, from the physics of black holes and artificial gravity to the viability of space solar farms and moving Earth from its orbit.
Are We Creating Objective Reality or Finding it? With Charles Liu | Cosmic Queries #107
This episode explores the philosophical and scientific implications of observation on reality, the nature of information and entropy, and the cutting-edge methods astronomers use to decipher the universe's most profound mysteries, from the Big Bang to distant galaxies.
Ask Neil Anything, January 2026 | Free Patreon Exclusive
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle listener questions ranging from simulation theory glitches and black hole physics to the etymology of 'nice' and Star Trek's vision of a conflict-free future.
“We Have Been WARNED” Neil deGrasse Tyson On UFO Files, Trump & Alien Existence
Neil deGrasse Tyson dissects the scientific probability of alien life, debunks UFO visitation claims, and explains the geopolitical drivers behind space exploration and AI development.
Scientific Martyrs, Life Beyond Our Planet & More! | Cosmic Queries #106
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle diverse cosmic questions, from the physics of light and gravitational waves to the philosophical implications of extraterrestrial life and humanity's future on Earth.
Science at Warp Speed: StarTalk Live! @ The Novo Theatre
Neil deGrasse Tyson and a panel of astrophysicists and comedians dissect the scientific realities and fictional liberties behind iconic sci-fi concepts like warp drives, dark matter, and antimatter.
The Problem With Uploading Your Consciousness | Cosmic Queries #105
Neil deGrasse Tyson and guests explore the universe's biggest mysteries, from the nature of dark energy and the reconciliation of quantum mechanics with general relativity to the philosophical implications of quantum consciousness and the dangers of scientific misinformation.
Why SETI might be our most humbling science | Jill Tarter: Full Interview
Jill Tarter, a pioneer in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), shares her journey, the evolution of the field, and the profound philosophical implications of discovering life beyond Earth.
Incoming Asteroids, Moving Black Holes, & More! | Cosmic Queries #104
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle cosmic mysteries, from the black hole information paradox to the physics of time travel in 'Back to the Future' and the dynamics of accretion discs.
Alcubierre Drives, Antimatter Multiverses & More! | Cosmic Queries #103
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackle listener questions ranging from the feasibility of reviving the sun with nukes to the physics of black holes, warp drives, and the multiverse.
Confronting Neil with Our Burning Questions… Yet Again!
Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles fundamental physics questions, from the true nature of gravity to the emergent property of free will and the practical implications of cosmic rays on modern technology.