Stars Ask Neil Their Deep Questions... Again!

How certain are we about aliens? Neil deGrasse Tyson and cohosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly answer science questions from celebrities like Kevin Hart, Jack White, Nikki Glaser, and more!

Comedian Kevin Hart asks if space can take the wrinkles out of a pair of wrinkly pants. We discuss ways you would iron clothes while still wearing them in zero gravity and whether Kevin would have a space valet. Musician Tommy James asks a question about his morning coffee and time travel.

Comedian Nikki Glaser asks about aliens and how sure we are that they exist. We break down the composition of the universe, how common the ingredients for life are, and silicon-based life. How much of space has SETI even looked at? Plus, we explore if love is real. Do other species experience love? Could aliens experience love?

Musician Jack White asks about how rare gold is in the universe and on the planet we live on. Learn about how gravity sorts elements and how much gold can be found in asteroids. Cam Johnson, of the Brooklyn Nets, asks if we can feel the different speeds of Earth’s rotation at different longitudes. Is there one part of the Earth that isn’t rotating?

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00:00 - Introduction: Celebrity Questions
1:20 - Kevin Hart’s Space Pants
6:25 - Tommy James and The Shondells
10:15 - StarTalk Plus
11:00 - Nikki Glaser: Are There Aliens?
12:38 - Composition of the Universe
17:34 - How Much of Space Have We Looked for Aliens?
19:17 - Is Love Real?
25:50 - StarTalk Patreon
27:35 - Jack White’s Golden Question
30:45 - What Makes Something Rare?
34:18 - Sorting the Elements
38:38 - Cam Johnson & The Rotation of the Earth

[maroonburgundy]

Chuck is funny and more intelligent than he seems or wants you to believe to cover his jokes. I made a harsh comment against him in the past, I take it back.

[nicholaspeters]

I'm surprised that I never knew how interested I was in science until listening to Tyson. He makes learning things fun

[thekraken]

chuck is hilarious "you may want to look up the definition of metaphysical" 😂😂

[idiocracyBonanza]

Star Talk is the most underrated science edutaction in the universe. It's funny engaging interesting and the best of all want you know more.

[danielludlow]

Star Talk is my go to when I want some sanity in this world

[FromRootsToRadicals_INTP]

Dad joke for you all. I make them daily for my daughter. Lol “why do aliens never visit earth?” - “Because earth is rated a one star planet..” 😊

[jeffk]

Chuck has come such a long way, love seeing him give great replies and ask great questions. That cake analogy was beautiful

[davidfreeman]

“There’s the carcass of a small child”

Freaking dead 😂😂😂

[yawoelevn]

Chuck’s face when Kevin was asking the question is just too funny 😂😂😂😂😂

[patrickhouser]

Chuck Nice is super intelligent, he asks the right questions in a stellar way, I feel like so those watching can better grasp the conversation

[frankcoverjr.-jzne]

Chuck not doing a goldfish joke was just him being koi!😂

[pharaoh]

I'm having a metaphysical enjoyment with this episode... Chuck was in rare form...😂😂😂😂

[TonyTsobanis]

In Australia we have had the fantastic Dr Karl Kruszelnicki answering similar questions for decades. Would love to see him on the show

[VatrenJurin]

Neil, this episode was absolutely fantastic! Your discussion brought to mind a remarkable conversation I had many years ago while returning from Chile. Seated next to me was a gentleman responsible for managing telescopes in both Chile and Hawaii during the early 2000s (his name escapes me now). We delved into topics ranging from the concentration of elements to compound formations in the universe.

As an agronomist specializing in plant nutrition, particularly in micronutrients (B, Cu, Co, Ni, Fe, Mo, Zn, Si), I had just concluded some research on the positive impacts of these nutrients on fruit trees, enhancing quality, yield, and stress mitigation. Our nine-hour conversation spanned the universe's elemental makeup and the evolutionary opportunities it has provided for plants.

Your comments in this episode echoed that extraordinary dialogue and reminded me of my unique encounter with the only astrophysicist I’ve ever met. Thanks for rekindling those memories and insights!

[lekeAchgeketum]

By mass, H2O is more than half oxygen. Lord Chuck Nice, you got it right. I'm so proud. Dr. Neil Degrasse-Tyson, the question's ambiguity had multiple correct answers. Your content is, still, incredible, because here I am, watching and commenting.

Give credit back to Lord Chuck Nice, who got it right! And thanks for another great episode.

[worldofrealmen]

You did it Chuck..." them there" hilarious!

[artkid.]

StarTalk has become my Netflix and chill❤

[inicioentertainment]

I just love how genuine and infectious DeGrasse’s laughter is, at facts and jokes! It’s clear that he LOVES for science ❤️🔥🙏🏻

[connycontainer]

Anything with celeb in front is usually a dumbed down version. Thank Chuck for saving this one.

[kingcrimzn]

How does Chuck do it? His timing is perfect and he never gets annoying...I get the jokes, never runs on and Neil always picks up where he left off when a joke's made...it's just perfect