Paul Geithner is the Deputy Project Manager — Technical for the James Webb Space Telescope at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. Paul joins Jonathan to give him a crash course in what the electro-magnetic spectrum is, how space debris can effect space programs, the vastness of space, his work with the James Webb Space Telescope, and m ... Show More
Oct 7
Rewind: Why You Lash Out — The Psychology Behind Big Reactions (with Dr. Nicole LePera)
Ever wondered why we lash out, shut down, or spiral emotionally, even when we don't want to? On this episode of Getting Better, JVN teams up with psychologist and author Dr. Nicole LePera (The Holistic Psychologist) to dive deep into inner child healing, parts work, and the shock ... Show More
43m 39s
Sep 30
Rewind: What’s the Astrology for 2026?
2026 will be BIG astrologically speaking… Discover how astrology is shaping the year's biggest shifts, both personally and globally, with renowned astrologer Aliza Kelly. From planetary movements to understanding your unique birth chart, explore practical ways astrology can guide ... Show More
35m 33s
Aug 24
What Taking a Break Looks Like, Scarf Spelling Bee, JVN's Favorite Fragrances
This week, we’re talking: our hiatus, AOC, scarf spelling bee, voter registration, and our HBOTW! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus e ... Show More
25m 29s
May 2024
Cosmic Queries – Bits of Spacetime with Janna Levin
<p>Is gravity fundamental to the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice explore quantum physics, the fourth dimension, whether H2O is water, and the many-worlds interpretation with theoretical cosmologist Janna Levin, PhD. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this e ... Show More
52m 27s
Jun 2022
Cosmic Queries – NASA v. Billionaires with Lori Garver
<p>Mining on the moon? Owning an asteroid? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer questions about the private space industry, the role of NASA, and the future of space law with former Deputy Administrator of NASA, Lori Garver. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can w ... Show More
47m 39s
Apr 2024
Eclipses, Cosmic Cataclysms, and More with Janna Levin
<p>What can we learn from eclipses? Janna Levin joined by comedian Matt Kirshen and professor of astronomy and astrophysics at Columbia University, Joe Patterson, discuss the 2017 eclipse, binary star systems, super novae and more. What is an eclipse on Jupiter like?</p><p>NOTE: ... Show More
52m 56s
Aug 2021
Cosmic Queries – Grab Bag – Cosmology Crisis??? With Paul Mecurio
<p>How do we know the age of stars? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Paul Mecurio answer fan questions about stars, black hole collisions, the speed of light, and the present crisis in cosmology. </p>
<p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can watch or listen to this en ... Show More
54m 16s