Cosmic Queries – The Deep
Summary
This StarTalk episode, "Cosmic Queries – The Deep," features Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice tackling profound fan-submitted questions. They discuss whether the human brain can truly understand itself, ponder humanity's place as a potential alien simulation, and debate the role of science in uncovering universal truths against the backdrop of faith. The conversation extends to the future of human survival, the concept of immortality, Neil's personal philosophy on manufacturing meaning, and the actual nature of a space vacuum, concluding with insights on the shape of the universe and higher dimensions.Episode description
Why are we here? Who are we? What is the meaning of life? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice answer fan-submitted Cosmic Queries on a range of topics that stem from the deepest thoughts, ideas, and feelings we share about our place in the universe.
Originally Aired September 27, 2019.
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