Neil deGrasse Tyson & Janna Levin Answer Mind-Blowing Fan Questions
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Published 2024-05-14
Is space infinitely elastic? If spacetime is a particle at the smallest scales, is there space between spacetime? We get philosophical: is H2O water? We explore the quantization of space, Planck lengths, and whether gravity is an emergent feature of quantum physics. Is gravity a fundamental feature of the universe?
What would you see in the earliest parts of the Big Bang? We explore how you could rewrite relativity as particle field theory and the geometry and topology of the universe. Learn about the time Einstein let his driver give a talk for him and how the 1919 eclipse changed physics forever.
We break down the fourth dimension, compactifying space, and Lorentz boosts. Do physics and math view spacetime differently? Neil and Janna discuss the many-worlds interpretation and whether it’s trying to make classical sense of something non-classical. Plus, we explore how quantum teleportation would work. Is the universe in a superposition? Are black holes fundamental particles?
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00:00 - Introduction: Janna Levin
5:12 - Astronomy in NYC
7:12 - Mind-Blowing Science
12:05 - Can There be Space Between Space?
15:00 - Is Gravity Fundamental?
18:10 - What Does a Planck Length Tells Us?
22:10 - Einstein’s Driver Giving a Lecture &
26:05 - The Topology of the Universe
30:25 - Lorentz Boost & Why is the Fourth Dimension Time?
35:30 - The Many Worlds Interpretation
42:22 - Black Hole’s Passage of Time
44:30 - Quantum Teleporting a Molecule
47:30 - Black Holes As Fundamental articles
48:50 - A Cosmic Perspective
All Comments (21)
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Did you get your mind-blown during this episode!?
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Anyone else love listening to this yet understand almost none of it?
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I love how Chuck, over the years, seems to be understanding more physics.
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Janna is charismatic, beautiful, intelligent and funny. A true Marvel of our universe ✨️
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You are my new go to background chat! I've always clicked on any short with you in but now I'm hooked on the whole show 😊
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Janna is my #1 favorite guest of all time. She is such a wonderful science communicator and person. I love her chemistry with Neil and Lord Nice
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It's always great when Janna Levin is on the show. Brilliant Episode!
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Let Janna finish her sentence, geez
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Just found this channel today. So far I enjoy it. The guy that believes 1×1=2 video was the first and its in that video I found out my biases were unfounded and maybe I wasn't seeing the full spectrum of what is Mr. Tyson. That reaction was so perfect that I subbed.
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We see Neil and Chuck: we Click. We see Janna : We Grab the Popcorn.
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Constructive criticism from South Africa: Hey Neil, I'm a big fan of your show and appreciate how much you share your knowledge. One thing I've noticed is that sometimes you cut your guests off mid-sentence. While I know you're enthusiastic to share your thoughts, it can be frustrating for listeners who want to hear the full point the guest is trying to make. I've learned so much from you and your guests, and I think letting them complete their ideas would make the show even better. Just a suggestion! Keep up the great work.❤
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Thanks! Brilliant and informative as always. Also, you both are getting sleepy! Your coffee is on me!
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Just a good way to enjoy spring here in Denmark, sitting on my deck, drinking iced coffee and listening to star talk, take me away 👍
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If I can go back to my teen years with the knowledge that I have now, I would become an astrophysicist. Ever since I was a kid, I always looked to the skies knowing that one day I will see something extraordinary. Thank god for podcasts. We definitely appreciate you and chuck. Keep feeding us knowledge.
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You need to have a 2 hour show for these 2. I love it when she’s on. I hope you have her on again soon.
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These are always so good! After a long day just to think about how big the universe is and question our own existence. I thank you for taking the time to discuss these topics.
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I need another live Startalk with Janna Levin!
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Awesome podcast!!! Please have her a regular! So interesting and inspiring to be able to explain such complex concepts in such beautiful and engaging and understandable ways! Ten out of ten!!!
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Janna and Neil two of my favorite scientists. Thank you for this podcast.
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I very rarely find a science video that I struggle to keep up with, this is exhilarating
