Neil deGrasse Tyson as Self - Host
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George Takei
Discussing how the scenarios in “Star Trek” relate to moral and social issues of today with actor George Takei.
Read MoreChristopher Nolan
Discussing how director Christopher Nolan translates his love of science to his films; with theoretical cosmologist Dr. Janna Levin and comic Eugene Mirman.
Read MoreDan Savage
Activist, author and journalist Dan Savage joins Dr. Tyson to discuss what love means in today’s society. Anthropologist Helen Fisher and comedian Chuck Nice add their insight to the conversation.
Read MoreArianna Huffington
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post, explore Living in the Information Age. The two discuss how technology influences the rate and ways in which we communicate. Journalist Jeff Jarvis and comedian Chuck Nice add their insight.
Read MoreRichard Dawkins
StarTalk tackles a burning question: Can Science and Religion Coexist? Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and evolutionary biologist and ethologist Richard Dawkins debate whether science and religion can truly coexist in today’s society. Jesuit clergyman James Martin and comedian Eugene Mirman weigh in.
Read MoreJimmy Carter
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and President Jimmy Carter examine the topic of Pulling the Plug on Pestilence. The duo discuss the importance of and progress toward ending fatal epidemic diseases. Mark Siddall, curator of the division of invertebrate zoology at the American Museum of Natural History, and comedian Chuck Nice share their views on this matter.
Read MoreChris Hadfield
Social Media-Savvy Astronauts are taking over the cosmos. Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chris Hadfield, the first Canadian astronaut to walk in space, discuss social media milestones in space, and its usage among today’s astronauts. Former astronaut Dr. Mike Massimo and comedian Eugene Mirman comment on this growing trend.
Read MoreBiz Stone
Dr. Tyson explores The Impact of Twitter on Society as he sits down with Biz Stone, co-founder of Twitter and co-founder/CEO of Super.me. The two discuss how the social media phenomenon has affected the way we communicate in today’s world. Sharing their experience and opinions are Dr. Alondra Nelson, professor of sociology at Columbia University; Clive Thompson, journalist; and Eugene Mirman, comedian.
Read MoreCharles Bolden/NASA
This week’s theme is NASA’s Vision on Space. Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Maj. Gen. Charles Bolden, administrator of NASA, examine NASA’s past, present and future. Astrophysicist Dr. Michael Shara and science educator Bill Nye share their thoughts on the space program.
Read MoreNorman Lear
Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Norman Lear, television writer and producer, discuss TV and the Evolution of American Culture. From “All in the Family” to “The Big Bang Theory,” the diverse television landscape and evolving American culture are explored. Author Saul Austerlitz and comedian Chuck Nice add their insight.
Read MoreBill Clinton
In the season premiere, Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with former President Bill Clinton, who was a strong advocate of science education and advancement during his two presidential terms. President Clinton opens up about his deep appreciation for science as he delves into topics including the importance of science in politics, the cosmic perspective, the Human Genome Project and Einstein. At the Cullman Hall of the Universe, Tyson continues the conversation with his comedian co-host Chuck Nice and genomics expert Juan Enriquez. Meanwhile, Bill Nye gives his take on advancing scientific progress in America, author Richard Muller joins via video call to talk about the influence of science on politics and Tyson answers fan questions about artificial intelligence.
Read MoreLarry Wilmore
Emmy® award-winning producer, actor, comedian and writer Larry Wilmore joins Tyson in the hot seat as the two delve into the intersection of science and comedy. At the Cullman Hall of the Universe, Tyson is joined by his co-hosts: comedian Chuck Nice and Scott Weems, author of “Ha! The Science of When We Laugh and Why.” The three discuss the physiology of laughter, the mathematics of crafting jokes and the link between humor and creativity. Adding to the discussion, author Andy Weir patches into the studio to discuss the comedy in his book “The Martian” and Bill Nye presents an improv performance to demonstrate that science can, in fact, be funny.
Read MoreSeth MacFarlane
Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Seth MacFarlane, creator of “Family Guy” and fellow executive producer of “Cosmos: A SpaceTime Odyssey”, to discuss the role science plays in his work and personal life. In a private interview, the two take on myriad topics, including social issues in cartoons, the science of “Family Guy” and the science fiction parodies that abound in the series. Tyson is joined in the Cullman Hall of the Universe by comedian co-host Chuck Nice and astrophysicist and AMNH research associate Charles Liu, and later Bill Nye gives his take on cartoons and animation.
Read MorePenn and Teller
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews magicians Penn and Teller and discusses the science of illusion with co-host Chuck Nice and guest Susana Martinez-Conde.
Read MoreSusan Sarandon
Neil deGrasse Tyson expands his cosmic perspective with actress and activist Susan Sarandon. The two discuss gender, race, perspective, marijuana and Carl Sagan.
Read MoreDavid Byrne
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews musician David Byrne and discusses creativity in the arts and sciences with co-host Maeve Higgins and guest Monica Lopez-Gonzalez.
Read MoreDavid Crosby
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews David Crosby and discusses folk music and social justice with co-host Chuck Nice and guest Thomas Sugrue.
Read MoreGina McCarthy
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews Gina McCarthy and discusses the EPA's efforts in keeping the Earth habitable for humans with co-host Maeve Higgins and guest Andrew Revkin.
Read MoreWhoopi Goldberg
Academy Award-winner and comic Whoopi Goldberg joins Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Read MoreMayim Bialik
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Man on Wire
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Time Travel
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Brian Greene
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Robert Kirkman and The Walking Dead
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Jeremy Irons
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The Martian
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews best-selling author Andy Weir.
Read MoreBen Stiller
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Buzz Aldrin
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Terry Crews
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William Shatner
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with iconic actor William Shatner.
Read MoreUS Secretary of Defense Ash Carter
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Secretary of Defense Ash Carter.
Read MoreSearch for Aliens
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with astronomer Jill Tarter.
Read MoreThe Science of Weather
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with NOAA Administrator Kathryn D. Sullivan.
Read MoreScience of Game of Thrones
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with "Game of Thrones" actor Isaac Wright.
Read MoreHerbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews jazz icons Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter and discusses the art and science of jazz with his studio co-hosts.
Read MoreBill Maher
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with comedian Bill Maher and discusses satire in society with Maeve Higgins and Dr. Alison Dagnes.
Read MoreLance Armstrong
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Lance Armstrong and discusses the science of cycling with Scott Adsit, Max Glaskin, and Arthur Caplan.
Read MoreKareem Abdul-Jabbar
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and discusses the science of basketball with Chuck Nice and Charles Liu.
Read MoreJane Goodall
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Jane Goodall and discusses chimpanzee behavior with Chuck Nice and Jill Pruetz.
Read MoreKatie Couric
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Katie Couric and discusses the intersection of science and journalism with Eugene Mirman and Jeff Jarvis.
Read MoreKevin Smith
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Kevin Smith and discusses science fiction and the science of superheroes with Chuck Nice and Charles Liu.
Read MoreSciFi Meets National Defense
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with former head of DARPA Arati Prabhakar.
Read MoreKaty Perry
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Sylvia Earle, Fabien Cousteau & Adrian Grenier
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James Cameron
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Celestial Navigation
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Salman Rushdie
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews Salman Rushdie and explores the science of storytelling with comedian Eugene Mirman and literary scholar Jonathan Gottschall.
Read MoreInterstellar Space Travel
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Mae Jemison and discusses the challenges of interstellar travel with Godfrey and Lawrence Krauss.
Read MoreStephen Colbert
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with Stephen Colbert and discusses the intersection of science and comedy with Adam Conover and Sophia McClennen.
Read MoreTrue Story of Hidden Figures
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews author Margot Lee Shetterly ("Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race") and actress Janelle Monáe, who starred in the movie.
Read MoreSam Harris and the Science of Belief
Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews neuroscientist Sam Harris, and discusses everything from free will to religion with Godfrey and Andrew Newberg.
Read MoreFrank Oz and the Science of Puppeteering
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with puppeteer Frank Oz, then discusses puppets in pop culture and the people "behind the curtain" with Adam Conover and Charles Liu.
Read MoreKelly Slater and the Science of Surfing
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with surfer Kelly Slater, then discusses the science of surfing with Chuck Nice and William Finnegan.
Read MoreAstronaut Scott Kelly
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with astronaut Scott Kelly.
Read MoreStephen Hawking
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking.
Read MoreAnthony Bourdain
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews chef Anthony Bourdain; Sasheer Zamata, Guy Crosby and Yvette d'Entremont discuss the science of food as it relates to taste, cooking and climate change; Natalia Reagan tries one of the hottest sauces in the world.
Read MoreJoe Rogan and the Science of Primitive Man
An interview with UFC commentator and podcast host Joe Rogan.
Read MoreThe Big Bang Theory's Simon Helberg & Bill Prady
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson interviews actor Simon Helberg and co-creator Bill Prady ("The Big Bang Theory"); comic Chuck Nice, astrophysicist Charles Liu and theoretical physicist Janna Levin discuss the portrayal of scientists in pop culture.
Read MoreUS Space Command
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his tour of the remote Thule Air Base in Greenland, then tackles the science of defense with comedian co-host Chuck Nice and space security expert Laura Grego.
Read MoreVice President Al Gore
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with former Vice President Al Gore, then discusses environmental science with Chuck Nice and Andrew Revkin.
Read MoreActor Jack Black
Neil DeGrasse Tyson blows the mind of actor and musician Jack Black in a conversation about the size of our Universe.
Read MoreNews Anchor Dan Rather
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with iconic reporter and former CBS news anchor, Dan Rather.
Read MoreAuthor George R.R. Martin
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with “Game of Thrones” author, George R.R. Martin.
Read MoreActor Anna Deavere Smith
Together, host Neil deGrasse Tyson and actor and playwright Anna Deavere Smith explore the complex roles that art and science play in inspiring societal change.
Read MoreActor Jeff Goldblum
Neil deGrasse Tyson and geek icon Jeff Goldblum meet for a curiosity-packed conversation.
Read MoreActor James Marsden.
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson analyzes humans’ hopes and fears about AI with actor James Marsden.
Read MoreWeird Al Yankovic
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with parody songwriter Weird Al.
Read MoreAuthor Patricia Cornwell
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with crime novelist Patricia Cornwell and tackles all things forensics with Matt Kirshen and Rebecca Folkerth.
Read MoreDirector Darren Aronofsky
Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with film director Darren Aronofsky, then dives into the extremes of storytelling and psychology.
Read MoreJournalist Christiane Amanpour
Neil deGrasse Tyson and war correspondent Christiane Amanpour find order in the chaotic debate over journalistic neutrality.
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