Podcast Episodes featuring Neil deGrasse Tyson

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Unveiling Pluto, with Alan Stern and Neil deGrasse Tyson

StarTalk Radio - July 15, 2016 22:52 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 12.9K ratings
Two prominent voices in the “Planet vs. Dwarf Planet” debate, Alan Stern and Neil Tyson, discuss what New Horizons has uncovered about our favorite Kuiper Belt object. In studio, astrobiologist Dr. David Grinspoon and Chuck Nice join the fun.

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God, Science, and Neil deGrasse Tyson

Reasonable Faith Podcast - April 16, 2016 18:01 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
God, Science, and Neil deGrasse Tyson

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501: Life's Work: Neil deGrasse Tyson

HBR IdeaCast - December 17, 2015 21:37 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 1.6K ratings
In every issue, we feature a conversation with someone who's been wildly successful outside the traditional business world. This time, it's an astrophysicist.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson with Robert Krulwich: 92Y Talks Episode 64

92NY Talks - October 29, 2015 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 211 ratings
In this episode of 92Y Talks, astrophysicist, cosmologist and author Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses black holes and other cosmic quandaries. The conversation, moderated by NPR science correspondent Robert Krulwich for the Giants of Science series, was recorded in front of a live audience on Febru...

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A Brief History of Everything, feat. Neil deGrasse Tyson

MinutePhysics - July 20, 2015 19:48 - 8 minutes - Video ★★★★★ - 464 ratings
Cool physics and other sweet science - all in a minute!

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.01 Neil deGrasse Tyson - "Are you wired for doubt?"

What's The Point - June 25, 2015 07:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 385 ratings
Star Talk's Neil deGrasse Tyson on how data is revolutionizing astronomy, why he hates "balance," and why his being black often leads people to confuse him for a sportscaster.

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Neil DeGrasse Tyson! Andy Weir! Space, pop culture and physics!

Nerdette - May 29, 2015 10:37 ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratings
Neil DeGrasse Tyson explains how pop culture fits into his plan to inundate us with a love of science. Andy Weir, author of The Martian, talks about his nerdy origin and what makes good sci fi believable. We remember the first professional female astronomer Maria Mitchell, and there's a nerd con...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on God Part 2

Reasonable Faith Podcast - January 26, 2015 01:50 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Dr. Tyson declares Intelligent Design is not science in the continuation of this interview. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on God Part 1

Reasonable Faith Podcast - January 19, 2015 02:25 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson's influence on pop culture is evident in this recent interview on God and science. Visit www.reasonablefaith.org for an outline.

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Bracketeer Interview - Neil deGrasse Tyson

Mostly Nitpicking - December 01, 2014 03:24 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 499 ratings
In this week's interview segment, DJ and MBS guest Nick Porcaro sit down with famed astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson. They discuss conspiracies and the moon landing but mostly the $400 that Nick's dad, Ken Porcaro, owes NDT. Apparently Neil Degrasse Tyson's whole career has been an elaborate sc...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science - May 06, 2014 05:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratings
The host of COSMOS: A Spacetime Odyssey, returns to our show with a behind the scenes look at the spectacular television series.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25 Neil deGrasse Tyson - Finally, Science Is Cool

Inquiring Minds - March 14, 2014 00:05 - 45 minutes ★★★★ - 821 ratings
Last week, Fox's and National Geographic's new Cosmos series set a new milestone in television history. According to National Geographic, it was the largest global rollout of a TV series ever, appearing on 220 channels in 181 countries, and 45 languages. And, yes, this is a science show we're ta...

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Rationally Speaking #103 - Neil deGrasse Tyson on Why He Doesn't Call Himself an Atheist

Rationally Speaking Podcast - March 09, 2014 15:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 464 ratings
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson returns for this episode of Rationally Speaking, with a particular question to discuss: Should he call himself an atheist? The impetus is a recent dust-up over Neil's appearance on Big Think, in which he explained that he avoids the label "atheist" because it ca...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - Cosmos

London Real - March 02, 2014 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratings
Neil deGrasse Tyson is...well, a dude!  Dressed in cowboy boots and an embroidered shirt he represents the essence of ultracool nerdiness.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on Science Literacy (Part Two)

Bill Moyers in Conversation - January 24, 2014 14:06 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 591 ratings
New for 2016! This audio-only podcast from BillMoyers.com offers compelling and vital conversation about life and the state of American democracy, featuring some of the best thinkers of our time. A range of scholars, artists, activists, scientists, philosophers and newsmakers bring context, insig...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on Science, Religion and the Universe

Bill Moyers in Conversation - January 17, 2014 15:55 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 591 ratings
New for 2016! This audio-only podcast from BillMoyers.com offers compelling and vital conversation about life and the state of American democracy, featuring some of the best thinkers of our time. A range of scholars, artists, activists, scientists, philosophers and newsmakers bring context, insig...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on the New Cosmos

Bill Moyers in Conversation - January 10, 2014 15:27 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 591 ratings
New for 2016! This audio-only podcast from BillMoyers.com offers compelling and vital conversation about life and the state of American democracy, featuring some of the best thinkers of our time. A range of scholars, artists, activists, scientists, philosophers and newsmakers bring context, insig...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - Communicating Science

Point of Inquiry - September 30, 2013 19:25 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 758 ratings
Point of Inquiry is on a short hiatus right now as we transition to a new podcast team. In the meantime, enjoy these classic episodes from the POI archives, featuring Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Nye, Susan Jacoby, and other luminaries in the science and secularism movement. Our guest this week ne...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - Communicating Science to the Public

Point of Inquiry - July 29, 2013 21:13 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 758 ratings
Point of Inquiry is on a short hiatus right now as we transition to a new podcast team. In the meantime, enjoy these classic episodes from the POI archives, featuring Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Nye, Susan Jacoby, and other luminaries in the science and secularism movement. Neil deGrasse Tyson ...

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Talking 'Space Chronicles' with Neil DeGrasse Tyson

Stuff To Blow Your Mind - March 22, 2013 20:57 - 54 minutes ★★★★ - 5.4K ratings
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson chats with Robert and Julie about his new book "Space Chronicles" as well as mad science, philosophy, dark matter and humanity's future amid the stars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastne...

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Skepticality #179 - Dictionaries, Bugs, and Space - Interviews: Bob Carroll, Bug Girl, and Neil deGrasse Tyson

Skepticality - The Official Podcast of Skeptic Magazine - March 27, 2012 21:57 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 466 ratings
This week Derek sits down for a packed episode, by starting with an interview with Neil DeGrasse Tyson on his latest book "Space Chronicles: Facing the Ultimate Frontier", which tackles a history of NASA, and the issues which we now face ourselves with in regards to research and travel beyond th...

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Interview: Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson

Stuff To Blow Your Mind - September 22, 2011 14:12 - 28 minutes ★★★★ - 5.4K ratings
In this episode, Robert and Julie interview astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. What does the planet's leading science communicator have to say about the future of space travel, mind-blowing cosmology and the science in America? Listen in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:...

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Episode 025 - Heather sniffs the seat of Neil deGrasse Tyson!

Ardent Atheist with Emery Emery - August 03, 2011 19:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 325 ratings
Guests - Neil deGrasse Tyson / Paul Provenza / Jamie Kilstein / Kelly Carlin

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Skepticality #161 - TAM 9, Tyson From Outer Space - Interview: Neil deGrasse Tyson

Skepticality - The Official Podcast of Skeptic Magazine - July 19, 2011 02:34 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 466 ratings
This week, members of the skeptical community gathered en masse in Las Vegas, Nevada to participate in the James Randi Educational Foundation's 9th annual Amazing Meeting. Just off the plane from the conference, team Skepticality share their interview with TAM 9 keynote speaker - author and ast...

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32. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson of StarTalk / Astronomy in Science Fiction

Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast - March 17, 2011 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 875 ratings
Science fiction author David Barr Kirtley (Save Me Plz and Other Stories) talks geek culture with guests such as Neil Gaiman (#253), George R. R. Martin (#22), Richard Dawkins (#46), Simon Pegg (#39), Bill Nye (#273), Margaret Atwood (#94), Neil deGrasse Tyson (#32), and Ursula K. Le Guin (#65)....

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - Communicating Science

Point of Inquiry - February 28, 2011 20:59 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 758 ratings
Host: Chris Mooney Our guest this week needs little introduction—he may be our most famous public communicator of science. He's Neil DeGrasse Tyson, renowned American astrophysicist, director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History, and the host of PBS's NOVA Scienc...

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Rationally Speaking #5 - Neil deGrasse Tyson and the Need for a Space Program

Rationally Speaking Podcast - March 28, 2010 13:42 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 464 ratings
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Massimo and Julia to discuss the need for a space program. Many scientists (and most people in the skeptic community) simply assume that funding outlets like NASA are a good idea. But, can scientists justify the enormous expense involved, not just in terms of their ...

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Skepticality #080 - Skeptic Rock Stars at TAM - Interviews: Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson, and Mythbuster Adam Savage,

Skepticality - The Official Podcast of Skeptic Magazine - July 01, 2008 20:50 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 466 ratings
This week on Skepticality, Derek and Swoopy return from the desert with highlights from "The Amazing Meeting 6" conference in Las Vegas (hosted by the James Randi Educational Foundation). Joining them are two skeptics who are changing the face of popular science: astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson - The Sky Is Not the Limit

Point of Inquiry - August 18, 2006 04:31 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 758 ratings
Neil deGrasse Tyson, one of America's superstars of science, focuses his research on star formation, exploding stars, dwarf galaxies, and the structure of our own galaxy, the Milky Way. In addition to dozens of scholarly publications, Dr. Tyson is one of America's most eloquent and popular scien...

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on the Future of Space Exploration

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science - March 21, 2005 06:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratings
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Books written by Neil deGrasse Tyson

Death by Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries
Neil deGrasse Tyson

384 pages - ★★★★ - 9.82K ratings

Merlin's Tour of the Universe
Neil deGrasse Tyson

318 pages - ★★★★ - 293 ratings

Just Visiting This Planet
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Stephen Tyson

352 pages - ★★★★ - 82 ratings