Neil deGrasse Tyson Uses Aliens To Make Points About Our Human Perspective

In this new book, "Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization," Neil deGrasse Tyson challenges readers to imagine they are extraterrestrials peering down at Earth and observing our world without any of the preconceived notions we humans possess. Check out Neil's book, available now wherever books are sold! #Colbert #StarryMessenger #NeildeGrasseTyson

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[chckkt]

It's always a free day of work for Stephen when Neil is on the show 😂😂

[a-aron]

People fight about stupid stuff, a Change of perspective among the general public is definitely needed.

[nathanshritt]

I love how every conversation with Neil is just "OH AND BY THE WAY!" every 30 seconds

[Joshua-dcun]

His enthusiasm for science and thinking is contagious

[Auroramcfarmland]

I swear, every bit of space news we get instantly makes me feel like a little kid again.

[jackallen]

I wish Neil was a weekly guest! He is so passionate and knowledgeable.

[SirSlimPickens]

Here's what I love about Neil DeGrasse Tyson. A.) He's infuriatingly smart. I've never, not been impressed with what he knows. B.) Not only as a scientist but as a person in general he's funny. Quick witted and can get in a joke during the most serious of conversations. C.) He's an amazing story teller. His grammar and inflections are so well formulated you can't help but be enthralled by whatever it is he's talking about even if you don't understand or can't fully follow all what he's saying. D.) His passion for what he's discussing is intoxicating. Not only can you hear it, you can feel it too. Every time I hear him talk, regardless of the situation, he makes me want to learn more about whatever the subject is or just science as a whole. He is, and forever will be, just a flat out joy to listen to.

[cdsecor]

This morning, after watching this before work I looked up and saw the moon peeking through the color of dawn and thought "one day sooner than later lines will be drawn on the moon like maps of the Earth... but it will always look like the one I've known my whole life". I love how these two get the thinking juices flowing 🥰

[McBinnagin]

I almost felt bad for Stephen for not having much room to talk about what he wanted to talk about, but oh my goodness it's so awesome to see Neil passionately talk about what he wants to talk about, he stole the show and I'm glad he did. 10/10 guest

[bregancool]

Never leave Colbert when Neil Degrasse Tyson is a guest!

[nepzraaz]

Man if only all educators are like him. Absolutely Love Dr. Tyson

[alexanderroloff]

His idea with the world leaders is actually a great idea to me. It really would change the view of the Earth and humanity that could really lead to us improving our life for everyone on this planet.

[davidsymons]

Neil needs to do the Colbert Questionnaire!

[masterchinese]

Always one of my favorite guests. Always a fascinating perspective with humor and insite.

[malarbusto]

Loved Neil's passion. But I don't think there are many vegetarians who have not had the same thought processes about plants. Whatever we do to reduce our impact and our cruelty is just that, reduction (not eradication).

[EthanShalev]

The question is not, does it grow, or have a beating heart. The question is - does it suffer?

[strawbarry]

when he talked about launching the world leaders into space, I thought he might suggest pointing them towards the sun. "And thus, the cosmic balance is restored." - NdT, probably.

[JohnClark-ttbl]

To be fair Neil, there are tree farms that are planted specifically to be used for lumber. We're not out clear cutting 100+ year old forests for 2x4s from Lowes.

[sudipchatterjee]

Neil’s the best guest on any talk show! Love him! Humbleness, rationality, and childlike enthusiasm are his forte. But it is his craziness for which I love him!

[JWentu]

Baby carrots are just pieces of a fully-grown, regular adult carrot, cut into two-inch fragments by a machine. Once cut up, another machine rounds off the edges, so that the carrots end up looking like the ones you buy at the grocery store.
(internet says so... it must be true)
They are not infant carrots