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Science, pop culture, and comedy collide on StarTalk Radio! Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist and Director of New York's Hayden Planetarium, and his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities, and scientific experts explore astronomy, physics, and everything else there is to know about life in the universe. New episodes premiere Tuesdays. Keep Looking Up! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to new episodes ad-free and a whole week early.

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  • Chia Dub U
    You love to drive listeners away!
    I love when science is the topic and you have fun talking about it. Most of the guest are great (loved hearing Queen Latifa who seems like an amazing person). Neil seems cool but I’m pretty sure he’s covering up a massive narcissistic ego. Bill Nye, who I loved as a child, is trash. He tries to come off as funny (it doesn’t work) while he spends his time talking down to people. I’m still in fairly early episodes, getting close to pre-first term Trump, and already they’re letting their stupid and out of touch politics seep into the show in their annoying, fart box sniffing way. Chuck is not funny nearly as often as he thinks he is. *sigh* I can’t wait for the fun in the next few episodes when Trump wins and hear them crying into their big vajayjays.
  • caseykeith23
    Beautiful episode, thank you!
    I just listened to the Michelle Nichols episode. I almost skipped it completely because I didn’t think it would be the content I was expecting, and it was not. It was fantastic! I watched Star Trek later in the late 80s early 90s and from a different perspective. I didn’t realize how moving and generational her role was. I can’t stop thinking about the long-term effects from her role. I don’t even know what else to say. Thanks for sharing.
  • CarolinaQuilter
    Real science with real fun
    I’ve listened to three episodes of StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson so far, and I’m already hooked. This is a real scientist with a genuine passion for the stars, the cosmos, and science in general, and it shows. What I love most is how the show blends real, fact-based information with a light, funny, and very human tone along what special guests. The conversations are approachable and relatable, but they don’t skimp on depth—and the humor keeps me coming back for more. If you want to learn about the universe without it feeling like a lecture, this podcast is perfect.
  • Steven Montani, JD
    The Best
    Profound words. NDT and co. changed me for the better.
  • Conor12315
    Love Neil
    Neil is great but Chuck can be insufferable at times.
  • Thru-Way Nick
    What happened Dr. Tyson?
    Star Talk has lost it’s teaching edge. Becoming woke made it a joke. Listener since ‘09.
  • Hain-Sing
    Buddy podcast
    Listening to this podcast makes you feel that you have friends over
  • Gizmo/117
    Good Educationally Podcast
    This podcast is very informative and fun. If you’re interested in astronomy and stuff.
  • Numidia124
    What Happened?
    Use to be a fan of NDT but he has unfortunately been effected by the woke mind virus.
  • Haken69
    Left wing science
    i think neil is jealous of elon musk for taking his spot light as the public scientist that is usually a household name and accomplishing more than he ever will. I also i saw his video on gender theory. NDT is officially lost his mind. no longer a credible scientist to me.
  • MarkChicagoIL
    Interstellar
    Neil is wrong. The initial letter of each book did not spell out stay. Cooper used the books to spell stay using Morse Code.
  • malachibrahnam
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  • Saurolophus
    Annoying
    I’m a longtime fan of Neil DeGrasse Tyson, but this series is all but unlistenable.
  • Coincollector21
    ba dum tsss
    vewy gud pudcost. me vewy much wike. plese all so wate 5 stwas.
  • Enceladus_36
    ❤️😍❤️
    Love this podcast!
  • Saguaro Stew
    Lord Nice Fan
    Neil is a legend and does a terrific job of breaking down complex topics. I’m also a huge fan of (Lord) Chuck Nice. For a layperson he has an incredible understanding of the topics but as a nonscientist keeps the others in check to not go too far astray from common understanding. The show is hugely entertaining and leaves you feeling smarter.
  • Rennsport1150
    Post Apocalyptic
    The definitive Post Apocalyptic story is “The Road” by Cormac McCarthy
  • ooooooooooooooooooiio
    Very scientific
    Very good
  • great publication
    Origin of life
    Brilliant discussion with Sara Imari Walker, theoretical physicist, a deep dive into theories of what life is, and the difference between ‘life” and something being “alive,” The question of complexity and are other kinds of life (non-DNA or different DNA), synthetic biology. The usual comedy duo of Neil and Chuck, but Chuck asks some very good questions and clarifications.
  • NASA Swiftie
    KTC
    Please bring Kate the chemist back on star talk because it’s very interesting to hear her takes plus Neil’s. Seriously the episodes with her in them I’ve listened to many times I just love having both of my role models in one podcast ( I’m a 12 year old girl by the way). This podcast is also one of few resources for one of the fields I want to go into ( astrophysics or astrochemistry).
  • mtnmliver
    Neil!
    in the latest episode with Daniel Levitin on music you interrupt him AND lgrill him demanding facts etc It is clear Daniel is a leader in his field- and you continue to undermine him- why can’t you meet these people where they are at? it sounds like you are threatened by any other scientist who may know something you do not - you tell us to keep looking up so take your own advice! arg ….so frustrating to listen to
  • grimthunk
    S15 E53
    Hi guys love the show! I can’t believe you guys talked about convergent evolution and didn’t mention wings, mammals, birds, insects, fish! It’s the best example. Anyway, really appreciate all that you do. Glen Mayers, northeast Pennsylvania
  • Trg342
    Space nerd, who can’t believe she just discovered this podcast
    I love this podcast so far! I of course love space and all things astrological theory, so I am a huge Neil deGrasse Tyson fan! How did I not know that he had a podcast!? I wish the audio quality was a little better though. It often sounds a little bit zoom call-ish and Neil’s audio comes in very whistly and harsh on S sounds, while I have to turn the volume up for the guest audio and back down when Neil speaks. Otherwise loving the pod! Loving the guests and topics!
  • logan spindler
    I love this podcast
    I love this podcast so much continue making it guys thanks
  • Slk-looth
    Annoyed!
    You have wonderful guests talking about interesting subjects but I can’t listen to you anymore. It’s because you and your hosts are so busy interrupting and talking over your guests in an attempt to be funny that the guest can’t say what they want to say. Sometimes you are mildly funny but usually you are just annoying. Please let your guests speak!
  • jumbomama
    Love you guys
    Chuck and Neil! So great! Your laughter is infectious! Your podcast always makes me happy and, a little more knowledgeable!
  • LongLiveApollo11
    Sometimes gets sidetracked
    I enjoy listening when I have nothing else to do. But frequently I feel like Neil goes off topic and the guest follows along with him rather than go back to the subject
  • Valero711
    Stop interrupting your guests Neil!
    I’ve loved this show for years but simply cannot continue to listen to Neil interrupt every single guest. Just don’t have any guests if you do not want to listen to them.
  • AndresC86
    Interesting topic - awful and awkward jokes
    The host frequently makes jokes that feel out of place and aren't funny, which disrupts the flow of interesting discussions and causes the storyline to lose coherence. At times, when the guest shares genuinely intriguing information, the host attempts to make a humorous punchline, leading to awkward moments. This forced laughter detracts from the overall content. Most likely will not be listening again.
  • Hop David
    Low standards for rigor and accuracy
    Tyson gives his audience many wrong explanations. For example he tells us the James Webb Space Telescope is parked at the L2 point in earth’s shadow. Or that rocket propellant goes exponentially with payload mass. Or that only carbon burns. Neil really needs to take some time to research his topic before attempting an explainer. He is negligent.
  • Not (not) Lucky
    Love this
    Love the podcast but chuck makes 40% unfunny jokes and you laugh at them and you can tell that some of your laughs are fakes please make good jokes chuck and some of them are good just not all.
  • ashxolotl_
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  • Techsquid1010
    Thanks for the podcast
    It’s my dream to study space and learn more about the universe
  • Rtyfds
    Gary’s Microphone
    Sir, you are a broadcaster on a nationally heard program. Please take the necessary steps to improve the quality of your sound. It sounds like you’re using your kitchen as a studio and that creates too much reverberation. Watch a utube video about how to set up a podcast studio! My gosh do better! Thank you
  • Faydo29
    First Time Listener
    My son recommended your podcast and I’m so happy he did. I’ll keep listening, learning, and thinking.
  • Joseph Morrissey
    Neil must be a very loyal friend
    But I stopped listening because of the “comic relief” Chuck Nice.
  • Funkingcrazy
    Chuck isn’t funny and spoils the show.
    Chuck, please shut up when Neil is explaining something amazing . I rather like Neil doing the show alone since Chuck just disrupts the show with his dry jokes and Neil then will have to fake laugh for those jokes.
  • qw3jf
    Marvelous podcasts
    It's really nice for me to hear them. very intellectual and constrtuctive analysis about science and around it. I hope I would be a continuous listener of this podcast. Keep going on to make the science much more easier.
  • Reid lovett
    Good
    Good collaborations and topics and very educational
  • Lieuallen
    Excellent show led by a great science communicator
    I love your show and really appreciate how you guys make the topics both relatable and understandable to non-scientists. I would like to ask you to get Maryna Viaskova on an episode.
  • PodListeningGuy
    Entertaining Education
    Wonderful to have an astrophysicist who is also a great entertainer. Neil is reaching people who would likely never be interested in science and that makes him awesome. I'm addicted. I take no issue with the hosts other than Chuck, but Chuck and Neil go so greatl together, I think the show is best without them. They feel like interruptions.
  • NBJ54
    Gone downhill
    Was great and sooo informative and magical conversations about our universe. Dont bring politics where they dont need to be
  • Groucho the man
    Can be great, or not so great.
    Depending on the subject matter, usually a great listen. Getting too deep into politics, sports, religion and climate change for my taste. Please stick to science. Please no more politics.
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  • Greedy magazine owner
    Impressed
    Love the Neil and Chuck team. I really have hard time to find anything to make me laugh but Chuck totally did the job, found myself laughing with them. Science totally made fun.)
  • butterbutterbutterbutter
    I want to like this podcast
    I listen for the science but find myself getting annoyed with all the interruptions and jokes. I wish they would let the guest speak!
  • grburster
    Gamma Ray Burst of Knowledge!
    Super host Dr. Tyson and MC Chuck, Keep me learning, laughing, and looking up!
  • ChazAJordan
    Great Show ~ With A Request…
    Excellent and informative show. Would like to hear a bit more from the guests as they are often interrupted.
  • SSS9576
    Awesome
    Love this show! Some reviewers may have felt a sense of competition between the host and some guests. Well, that’s just comes with the territory, it’s energetic conversation that moves the discussion forward and many time goes beyond the question. Scientists challenge each other all the time, that’s how science progresses.
  • hondo$$
    Interrupting
    Neil, please please please let your guest speak. Try to go one minute without interrupting.
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