Cosmic Queries – Negative Gravity

<p>Can you <i>listen</i> to a picture of the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice welcome back Chandra X-ray Observatory data-sonification expert Kim Arcand of the to explore how translating cosmic data into sound lets us sense the universe in entirely new ways. </p><p>NO ... Show More

<p>Albert Einstein was, well, Albert Einstein. But was he right? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice investigate what it took to prove Einstein right, with theoretical physicist Dr. Jim Gates.</p><p><i>Originally Aired October 19, 2020.</i></p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen ... Show More

<p>Do you feel the need… the need for speed?! Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice break down things you thought you knew about force vs. pressure, heat vs. temperature, and speed vs. acceleration.</p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here ... Show More

Is the universe infinite? What about the cosmological horizons, the limits to what we can see? Will we ever know for sure what's beyond them? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman! Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/pmsutter All episodes: http://www.A ... Show More

<p class="" data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Where do we live within the galaxy? What shapes the local bubble? How long will we be inside it? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!</p> <p class="">Support the show: <a href= "http://www.patreon.com/pmsutter">http://ww ... Show More

<p class="" style="white-space:pre-wrap;">The Appalachian region may not readily seem like a fire-prone region, but parts of it certainly are. Fire can be an important tool in sustaining biodiversity, but modern understanding of its role is limited. That is why people like Dr. Do ... Show More

<p>The Adirondack Mountains are home to a remarkable diversity of plant species. Situated in northern New York, these mountains are harsh enough that they foster a thriving alpine community. Despite their ability to handle some of the worst weather conditions, alpine plants can b ... Show More

What happens when a real-life astronaut turns to fiction? In this episode, Chris Hadfield shares how decades of spaceflight and global diplomacy inspired his latest novel, Final Orbit, a cold war thriller packed with historical intrigue and technical precision. Host Rachel Feltma ... Show More

<p><strong>Bonus Episode: Question and Response 9</strong></p> <p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about sunlight bleaching, weird feeling soap, sweat and smells, popcorn, and more!</p> <p>We're proud to partner with <a href="https: ... Show More

<div>It's Episode 13 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of futuristic fears.<br> <strong><br> "The AI"</strong> written by <a href="http://mnwiggins.com/">MN Wiggins</a> (Story starts around 00:03:30)<br> Produced by: <a href="http://www.philmichalski.com/">Phil Mich ... Show More

<p><strong>Kevin J. Tracey, MD</strong> is president and CEO of the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at Northwell Health, a pioneer of vagus nerve research and author of the recent book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/059371699X/?tag=offsitoftimfe-20" rel="no ... Show More

<p><strong>#075 Rebroadcast</strong></p> <p>Happy holidays, we hope you have a wonderful season whatever you celebrate! We've got a holiday related episode for you: LEDs. Well I guess we use them all year round, but they get an extra spotlight this time of year. What are they? Ho ... Show More

<p>It's Episode 10 of Season 17. Our spells will warm you into endless sleep.</p> <p><br> </p> <p><strong>"Accepted"</strong> written by Sean Michael (Story starts around 00:03:45)</p> <p><a href="https://www.thenosleeppodcast.com/episodes/trigger-warnings/season17"><strong>TRIGG ... Show More