StarTalk Radio
Science, pop culture, and comedy collide on StarTalk Radio! Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist and Director of New York's Hayden Planetarium, and his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities, and scientific experts explore ast...
AI overview.Neil deGrasse Tyson is a renowned astrophysicist and the Director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York City, celebrated for his ability to make complex scienti…
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On the show
- Chuck Nice9 eps
- Paul Mecurio3 eps
- Negin Farsad2 eps
Also: Steven Spielberg, Charles Liu, Jessica Knurick, Harold Connolly Jr., Janna Levin, Andy Weir, Matt Kaplan, Brian Greene, Gary O’Reilly, Kevin Espiritu, Betül Kaçar, Conny Aerts, Sean Carroll, Ariel Ekblaw, Jaron Lanier, Alex Honnold, Heather Berlin
Audience Interest
- science enthusiasts
- pop culture fans
Podcast Focus
- science and pop culture
- comedy and education
Publishing Consistency
- 1000 episodes produced
- active for 12 years
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Total monthly reach
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- 🇺🇸United States · ScienceHOME#5719K to 3.8M
- 🇮🇳India · Science#1128K to 679K
- 🇲🇽Mexico · Science#190K to 475K
- 🇧🇷Brazil · Science#453K to 281K
- 🇨🇦Canada · Science#440K to 211K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
1.2M to 6.4M🎙 Daily cadence·1,000 episodes·Last published 2d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
4.0M to 21M🇺🇸60%🇮🇳11%🇲🇽7%+8 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
2.2M to 12M695K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/27/26 | Bose-Einstein Condensate, Collisions, The Physics of Fire –TYTYK | What happens to matter when the temperature gets near zero kelvin? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice explore things you thought you knew about Bose-Einstein condensate, high impact collisions, and how stuff burns. | 42m 01s | ||||||
| 10/23/26 | Spooky Science with Mary Roach | Could ghosts possibly be real? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Eugene Mirman explore ghost hunting techniques, spiritualism, and the non-corporeal plane of existence with Mary Roach and Joe Nickell. Originally Aired October 30, 2011. | 44m 13s | ||||||
| 10/20/26 | In Theory with Janna Levin | If something is possible, has the universe tried it? Are all physical possibilities inevitable? Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with theoretical astrophysicist Janna Levin to launch “In Theory,” a new StarTalk series celebrating the weird, wacky theories of the universe and the theorists who chase them. Out on YouTube October 29, 2026! | 40m 47s | ||||||
| 10/16/26 | The Science of Lookmaxxing with Dr. Noc | Are we doing more harm than good in the pursuit of perfection? Neil deGrasse Tyson, comic co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O'Reilly explore looksmaxxing, peptides, body composition, and the scientization of health & beauty trends with pharmaceutical scientist & medfluencer Morgan McSweeney, aka Dr. Noc. | 58m 44s | ||||||
| 10/13/26 | The Chemistry of Life with Kate the Chemist | Would aliens use the same periodic table as us? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Negin Farsad sit down with Kate Biberdorf, aka Kate the Chemist, to tackle fan questions about the chemistry of life, diamonds, how fire works, and spontaneous combustion. | 42m 30s | ||||||
| 10/6/26 | Cosmic Queries – Light Sails & Quantum Scales | If the multiverse exists, where does our universe end and another begin? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice tackle a wide-ranging grab bag of fan questions covering bubble universes, the nature of now, fractals, Hoag's Object, and more. | 1h 00m 04s | ||||||
| 10/2/26 | What Is Intelligence? With David Krakauer | Why did intelligence evolve in the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore the nature of intelligence, information theory, consciousness, and whether AI is actually intelligent at all with David Krakauer, evolutionary biologist and president of the Santa Fe Institute. | 1h 17m 20s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 | Quantum Anomalies with Lara Anderson | Why does string theory need ten dimensions? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Jordan Klepper sit down with Lara Anderson, string theorist and associate professor of physics at Virginia Tech, to tackle intersecting dimensions, the nature of gravity, and a unified field theory. | 54m 14s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | Cosmic Queries – Space Junk! with Moriba Jah | What do we do with all this space junk? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer questions about the stuff we put into orbit with astrodynamicist and space environmentalist, Dr. Moriba Jah. Originally Aired July 5th, 2021. | 54m 51s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 | Lost in Space Game Night | How far did Alan Shepard hit a golf ball on the moon? How many monkeys named Albert have been to space? Neil deGrasse Tyson, comedian Paul Mecurio, and Senior StarTalk Producer Lindsey Walker find out the answers on this Game Show Edition of Startalk celebrating the release of our new book, Lost in Space: 5,000 Facts for Navigating the Universe. | 42m 14s | ||||||
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| 9/18/26 | Cosmic Queries – The Fractal Universe with Charles Liu | Do the fractal nature of the universe and the human brain have anything to do with each other? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly welcome back Geek-In-Chief Charles Liu, for a grab bag covering deep space travel, fractal mathematics, multiverse theory, and what we might never know about the universe. | 58m 45s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 | Why Do We Exist with Hakeem Oluseyi | What is fundamental in the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice welcome back Hakeem Oluseyi to dive deep into cosmology, plasma physics, the origins of life, and some of the most provocative ideas in modern astrophysics. | 47m 42s | ||||||
| 9/8/26 | craterslife+4 | Chuck Nice | — | moon | cratersmoon+4 | — | 46m 28s | ||
| 9/4/26 | This Is Your Brain on Psychedelics | What if you could reopen your childhood brain? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore the cutting edge of psychedelic science, critical periods, and what a high octopus can teach us about the human mind with neuroscientist and psychedelics expert Gül Dölen. | 1h 14m 16s | ||||||
| 9/1/26 | exoplanetsrogue planets+4 | David Kipping | StarTalk Radio | — | exomoonexoplanets+5 | — | 53m 32s | ||
| 8/28/26 | nuclear powersustainability+4 | Kathryn Huff | nuclear powerdata centers | — | nuclear powersustainability+5 | — | 51m 52s | ||
| 8/25/26 | dark energydark matter+3 | Jason Rhodes | JPLNancy Grace Roman Space Telescope | — | dark energydark matter+5 | — | 50m 22s | ||
| 8/21/26 | human mindsensory perception+4 | David Eagleman | — | — | human braintime perception+4 | — | 1h 03m 23s | ||
| 8/18/26 | entomologyinsects+5 | Jessica Ware | StarTalk Radio | — | bugsinsects+5 | — | 54m 35s | ||
| 8/11/26 | solar stormsheliosphere+3 | Lika Guhathakurta | Parker Solar Probe | — | solar stormsheliosphere+3 | — | 1h 02m 36s | ||
| 8/7/26 | universesscience questions+3 | Steven SpielbergJosh Scherer+1 | — | — | other universesscience+3 | — | 44m 47s | ||
| 8/4/26 | Planet 9galaxy shapes+3 | Chuck Nice | Planet 9dark matter+1 | — | Planet 9dark matter+3 | — | 47m 41s | ||
| 7/31/26 | Cosmic Queries – Life on Other Planets with Aomawa Shields | If scientists discovered that we are not alone, what would they do with that information? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice learn about the search for life, habitability around M stars and more with astrophysics professor and author Aomawa Shields. Originally Aired July 11, 2023. | 47m 25s | ||||||
| 7/28/26 | Things You Thought You Knew – Your Zodiac is Wrong | Does time always move at the same rate? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice break down things you thought you knew about time dilation, gravity assists, the north star, and your zodiac sign. | 50m 20s | ||||||
| 7/24/26 | Finally…The Truth with Michael Shermer | Is there such a thing as objective truth? Are we living in a post-truth world? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly sit down to build a toolkit for finding the truth in an era of motivated reasoning, misinformation, and alternative facts with science historian and professional skeptic, Michael Shermer. | 50m 32s | ||||||
| 7/21/26 | spacetimegravity+4 | Michelle Thaller | StarTalk Radio | — | spacetimegravity+4 | — | 1h 01m 18s | ||
| 7/14/26 | quantum entanglementsuperposition+3 | Sean Hodgman | StarTalk Radio | — | entangled particlesquantum physics+3 | — | 1h 02m 39s | ||
| 7/10/26 | dreamingwaking consciousness+3 | Matt Walker | — | — | dreamingsleep+3 | — | 1h 05m 57s | ||
| 7/7/26 | spacetimesuperconducting asteroids+3 | Paul Mecurio | — | — | spacetimesuperconducting asteroids+3 | — | 46m 26s | ||
| 7/3/26 | constellationsastrophysics+3 | Moiya McTier | StarTalk Radio | — | constellationsastrophysics+3 | — | 49m 53s | ||
| 6/30/26 | galaxy collisionsblack holes+3 | Negin FarsadMordecai-Mark Mac Low | StarTalk Radio | — | black holesgalaxy collisions+3 | — | 59m 00s | ||
| 6/26/26 | realitycognitive science+3 | Donald Hoffman | StarTalk Radio | — | realitycognitive science+4 | — | 1h 14m 03s | ||
| 6/23/26 | rocksoxygen+4 | Chuck Nice | StarTalk Radio | — | rocks floatoxygen+5 | — | 44m 41s | ||
| 6/16/26 | alien contactfilm discussion+3 | Steven SpielbergDavid Koepp | Disclosure Day | — | aliensDisclosure Day+3 | — | 54m 55s | ||
| 6/12/26 | fearneuroscience+3 | Alex HonnoldHeather Berlin | Free Solo | — | fear of heightsneuroscience of fear+3 | — | 57m 51s | ||
| 6/9/26 | quasarshigh energy universe+3 | Chuck NiceMatt O’Dowd | PBS Space Time | Milky Way | quasarMilky Way+3 | — | 55m 22s | ||
| 6/5/26 | physicsphilosophy+4 | Sean Carroll | StarTalk Radio | — | physicsphilosophy+5 | — | 47m 39s | ||
| 6/2/26 | cosmic infrastructureredshift+3 | Negin Farsad | LIGO | — | galaxiesredshifting+5 | — | 49m 38s | ||
| 5/29/26 | space stationshuman habitation+4 | Ariel Ekblaw | Aurelia Institute | — | space stationsAriel Ekblaw+5 | — | 1h 02m 51s | ||
| 5/26/26 | space telescopesartificial intelligence+4 | Chuck Nice | AI | EarthJupiter | JupiterEarth+4 | — | 55m 08s | ||
| 5/19/26 | strong nuclear forcesci-fi+3 | Paul Mecurio | StarTalk Radio | — | strong nuclear forcesci-fi+3 | — | 55m 33s | ||
| 5/15/26 | internetAI+4 | Jaron Lanier | Microsoft | — | internetAI+5 | — | 1h 12m 08s | ||
| 5/12/26 | lightlight pollution+3 | Chuck Nice | Earthmoon+2 | — | lightEarth+5 | — | 43m 21s | ||
| 5/8/26 | starquakeasteroseismology+3 | Conny Aerts | StarTalk Radio | — | starquakeasteroseismology+4 | — | 52m 53s | ||
| 5/5/26 | origins of lifeastrobiology+3 | Betül Kaçar | StarTalk Radio | — | life originsastrobiology+3 | — | 1h 04m 47s | ||
| 5/1/26 | homesteadingmoon+3 | Kevin Espiritu | Epic Gardening | — | moon farmingsustainable agriculture+3 | — | 1h 08m 35s | ||
| 4/28/26 | alien encountersnear-light-speed travel+3 | Paul MecurioCharles Liu | The Three Body Problem | — | alienleader+5 | — | 58m 01s | ||
| 4/21/26 | galaxiesgravity+3 | Chuck Nice | — | — | galaxiessuperstructure+3 | — | 53m 43s | ||
| 4/17/26 | nutrition mythshealth misinformation+3 | Jessica Knurick | PhD | — | nutritionmyths+4 | — | 55m 43s | ||
| 4/14/26 | asteroidsorigins of life+3 | Harold Connolly Jr. | OSIRIS-REx | asteroid Bennu | asteroid Bennulife origins+3 | — | 1h 13m 26s | ||
| 4/10/26 | origins of the universetheoretical cosmology+1 | Janna Levin | — | — | universecosmology+5 | — | 49m 14s | ||
| 4/7/26 | alien lifeformsscience fiction+3 | Andy Weir | Project Hail Mary | — | alien lifeformsun+3 | — | 40m 52s | ||
| 4/3/26 | scientific truthhistory of science+3 | Matt Kaplan | scienceeducation | — | scientiststruth+5 | — | 1h 12m 17s | ||
| 3/31/26 | Many-Worlds Interpretationmultiverse+3 | Brian Greene | StarTalk Radio | — | universelaws of physics+3 | — | 1h 57m 01s | ||
| 3/24/26 | sonic boomwind+2 | Chuck Nice | — | — | sonic boomwind+3 | — | 40m 28s | ||
| 3/20/26 | computer simulationartificial intelligence+3 | Chuck NiceGary O’Reilly | — | — | simulationartificial intelligence+3 | — | 1h 03m 50s | ||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Neil deGrasse Tyson is a renowned astrophysicist and the Director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York City, celebrated for his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the public. He is known for his engaging personality and has authored several popular science books, elevating his profile as a science communicator. StarTalk Radio stands out by merging science with pop culture and comedy, creating an entertaining and educational experience. The podcast features discussions on astronomy and physics, often incorporating insights from celebrities and experts, which broadens its appeal. With new episodes released weekly, Tyson's dynamic approach ensures that listeners remain engaged while exploring profound questions about life in the universe. The show attracts a diverse audience ranging from science enthusiasts to casual listeners drawn by the comedic elements. By blending humor with scientific discourse, StarTalk Radio provides value by enhancing listeners' understanding of the universe, encouraging curiosity, and making science relatable.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 695K
- Total plays: 8.8M
- Total reviews: 15K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 73K
Castbox
- Followers: 586K
- Plays: 8.8M
- Reviews: 614
Podcast App
- Followers: 14K
- Reviews: 14K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 21K
- Reviews: 38
Find them online
Audience
family, professionals
Key insights
What the show covers
- science and pop culture
- comedy and education
- guest expert interviews
- life in the universe
Audience interests
- science enthusiasts
- pop culture fans
- comedy lovers
- astronomy students
Platform reach
- available on SiriusXM Podcasts+
- Apple Podcasts
- broad distribution expected
- no specific platforms detected
Publishing consistency
- 1000 episodes produced
- active for 12 years
- weekly episode releases
- new episodes on Tuesdays
Chart history for StarTalk Radio
Peaked at #1 in PT, top 10 in 22 of 49 tracked markets, currently #1 in PT.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PT | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| RO | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| India | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Mexico | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| AR | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| Canada | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| HU | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| HK | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| ID | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Brazil | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| United States | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| MY | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| SA | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| PH | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| NG | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| CL | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| Australia | — | #8 | #8 | — |
| PL | — | #9 | #9 | — |
Chart Positions
49 placements across 49 markets.
Chart Positions
49 placements across 49 markets.