StarTalk Radio Podcast Episodes featuring Bill Nye

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Cosmic Queries – Innovating, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - December 20, 2019 19:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
In honor of Sir Isaac Newton’s birthday, Bill Nye and Chuck Nice answer Cosmic Queries about inventions, innovations and scientific discovery, from sewers, to artificial intelligence, to the future of energy, to the exploration of Mars, and more. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons and All-Access subscribe...

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Life of a Science Guy, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - November 01, 2019 19:30 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with his friend and beloved science communicator Bill Nye to explore how he became the “Science Guy.” With comic co-host Chuck Nice, science communicator Emily Calandrelli, and biological anthropologist Helen Fisher, PhD. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons and All-Access subs...

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Selling Space, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - September 07, 2018 21:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Bill Nye the Science Guy and comic co-host Iliza Shlesinger answer fan-submitted Cosmic Queries about the politics and privatization of space including renting the International Space Station and ownership of the Moon. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can watch or listen to this entire epi...

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The State of Space Exploration Now, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - July 20, 2018 22:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Discover new ways we’re exploring our universe. Bill Nye the Science Guy and comic co-host Iliza Shlesinger answer fan-submitted Cosmic Queries about LightSail 1 and 2, artificial intelligence, Breakthrough StarShot, and much more. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can watch or listen to th...

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Cosmic Queries – Climate Science, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - May 04, 2018 22:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Bill Nye the Science Guy is back to delve into one of his favorite topics of discussion: climate change. Joined by co-host Chuck Nice and Kate Marvel, an Associate Research Scientist at NASA GISS and Columbia University, Bill and company answer fan’s Cosmic Queries about our changing climate. IM...

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Bill Nye Live from Sirius…XM

StarTalk Radio - March 23, 2018 22:40 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Climate change, solar sails, GMOs, the moon’s rotation, volcanism and more – Join Bill Nye and Chuck Nice as they answer questions live from the Sirius XM studio. They also discuss Bill’s new documentary “Bill Nye: Science Guy.” (Previously recorded.) NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can w...

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Cosmic Queries: Altered States, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - December 15, 2017 23:40 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
If you think this episode will be filled with questions about pot and LSD, you’d be right. But Chuck Nice also throws a few other Cosmic Queries at host Bill Nye, from how to get more women into STEM to the potential impact of discovering life on Mars. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can w...

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Cosmic Queries: Defending our Planet, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - November 17, 2017 23:40 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
The universe is a hostile place. What would we do if a planet-destroying asteroid or comet strike were imminent? Do we have plans in place? Bill Nye and comic co-host Chuck Nice are back to answer fan-submitted Cosmic Queries about defending the Earth. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can ...

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Science and the Search for the Truth, with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - September 15, 2017 22:40 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
What’s the best way to stay scientifically literate in a world of “alternative facts”? Bill Nye, co-host Chuck Nice, and The Atlantic’s senior editor, Ross Andersen are here to help your science skills stay sharp and offer ways to seek out the truth. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can wat...

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Cosmic Queries: TV Sci-Fi with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - August 25, 2017 22:40 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Who better to answer fan-submitted questions about science fiction on TV and in the movies than Bill Nye? Bill and Chuck Nice flip channels between “Star Trek,” “Star Wars,” “Lost in Space,” “Gilligan’s Island,” “Back to the Future,” and more. (Adult Language.) NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscrib...

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Celebrating Innovation, with Bill Nye - StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - January 03, 2017 23:50 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
In honor of Isaac Newton’s birthday, Bill Nye and Chuck Nice answer Cosmic Queries about inventions, innovations and scientific discovery, from sewers, to artificial intelligence, to the future of energy, the exploration of Mars and more. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can watch or listen...

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Maker Mix, with Bill Nye (Part 2) – StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - December 27, 2016 23:50 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
What is the maker movement? Find out when Bill Nye and Chuck Nice answer more Cosmic Queries about makers, including Maker Faire, kids and STEM, robots vs. bots, greenhouses and hydroponics, large scale 3d printing, renewable energy and recycling, more. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can ...

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Maker Mix, with Bill Nye (Part 1) – StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - December 20, 2016 23:50 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Makers of the world, unite! Bill Nye and Chuck Nice roll up their sleeves to answer Cosmic Queries about the maker movement, including 3d printing of tools, food, human joints and organs; nanotechnology; ISRU and colonizing Mars; STEM vs. STEAM; and more. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers c...

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Cosmic Queries - Expanding Our Perspectives, with Bill Nye – StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - October 25, 2016 22:52 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
If you think this episode will be filled with questions about pot and LSD, you’d be right. But Chuck Nice also throws a few other Cosmic Queries at host Bill Nye, from how to get more women into STEM to the potential impact of discovering life on Mars. NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers can ...

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Magic, Illusion, and Skepticism, with Bill Nye – StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - September 27, 2016 22:52 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
In this week’s StarTalk All-Stars, host Bill Nye applies his scientific mind and skeptical nature to fan-submitted Cosmic Queries chosen by co-host Chuck Nice, on subjects from miracles and levitation to conspiracy theories and climate change denial.

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Confronting Zika and other Viruses, with Bill Nye and Laurie Garrett – StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - August 16, 2016 22:52 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
If you want to sleep tonight, skip this episode of StarTalk All-Stars. Bill Nye, Chuck Nice and virus expert Laurie Garrett examine how we’re fighting Zika, Dengue, West Nile, HIV and other viruses – and why the battle may not be going our way.

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Understanding Climate Change with Bill Nye - StarTalk All-Stars

StarTalk Radio - July 26, 2016 22:52 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
StarTalk All-Stars Series Premiere: Host Bill Nye the Science Guy and co-host Chuck Nice answer Cosmic Queries about humanity’s major challenge, with a little help from climatologist Dr. Gavin A. Schmidt of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies.

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StarTalk Live! at Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - June 24, 2016 22:52 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Are creativity and innovation contagious? Can they be taught? Bill Nye the Science Guy and Eugene Mirman travel to Austin, Texas to find out, with a little help from their guests Dr. Roberta Ness, Dr. Arthur Markman, and Maeve Higgins. Recorded live.

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The Science of Creativity, with David Byrne

StarTalk Radio - December 18, 2015 23:55 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Neil Tyson explores art, science and creativity with the help of musician and Talking Heads frontman David Byrne. Providing backup are cognitive scientist/pianist Dr. Mónica López-González, composer/programmer Prof. David Cope, and co-host Maeve Higgins, with a guest solo by Bill Nye.

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Cosmic Queries: Monsters with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - October 30, 2015 22:55 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
With Halloween just around the corner, guest host Bill Nye and co-host Chuck Nice apply a little science and rationality to fan questions about zombies, ghosts, vampires, dragons, Frankenstein’s monster, and Bill’s old boss.

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Cosmic Queries: GMOs with Bill Nye (Part 2)

StarTalk Radio - July 19, 2015 22:55 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Just in case Part 1 wasn’t controversial enough, Bill Nye and Chuck Nice are back to answer new fan questions about Genetically Modified Organisms, unintended consequences, pollinator problems and more.

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Cosmic Queries: GMOs with Bill Nye (Part 1)

StarTalk Radio - July 12, 2015 22:55 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Guest host Bill Nye the Science Guy says he’s changed his mind about GMOs. Find out why when he and co-host Chuck Nice answer fan submitted questions about the controversial subject of Genetically Modified Organisms.

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Cosmic Queries: LightSail with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - April 19, 2015 22:55 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
In May 2015, the Planetary Society will launch its first LightSail spacecraft for a “shakedown cruise” in Earth orbit. So who better to answer fan questions about the program than their CEO, Bill Nye, and comic co-host Chuck Nice?

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Cosmic Queries: Bill Nye Edition

StarTalk Radio - March 29, 2015 22:59 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
The Science Guy takes the mic to answer your questions for him about evolution, technology, the human exploration of space, and even Leonard Nimoy, chosen from Twitter, Facebook and Google Plus by co-host Chuck Nice.

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The Future of Humanity with Elon Musk

StarTalk Radio - March 22, 2015 22:55 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the future of humanity with one of the men forging that future: billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla Motors. Co-hosted by Chuck Nice and guest starring Bill Nye.

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Extended Classic: Cosmic Queries: Pseudoscience, now with Elise Andrew of IFLS and Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - December 21, 2014 16:49 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Put on your thinking caps as Neil Tyson and Leighann Lord answer fan questions about pseudoscience, from crystals to creationism and ancient aliens to alternative medicine. Plus, a new interview with Elise Andrew, Bill Nye, and Chuck Nice.

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Reporting on Science (Part 2) – extended with Elise Andrew of IFLS and Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - November 27, 2014 19:08 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Neil deGrasse Tyson and veteran science journalist Miles O’Brien discuss the conflict between journalism and corporate America. Plus, a new interview about science deniers with Elise Andrew and Bill Nye.

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Reporting on Science (Part 1) – extended with Elise Andrew of IFLS and Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - November 21, 2014 23:07 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Take a journey beyond the headlines into the business of science journalism with Miles O’Brien, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice, and a new interview with Elise Andrew of IFLS and Bill Nye.

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Cosmic Queries: More Space and Science with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - May 31, 2014 21:16 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Get schooled on space and science by guest host Bill Nye and Chuck Nice when they answer your Cosmic Queries about everything from evolution and carbon dating to gravity and the Doppler effect.

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Cosmic Queries: Space and Science with Bill Nye

StarTalk Radio - May 25, 2014 22:22 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Guest host Bill Nye the Science Guy and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer your most intriguing questions about space and science, from asteroid deflection and life on exoplanets to the Large Hadron Collider and climate change.

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