Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Astrophysics • Space exploration • Sci-fi discussions • Cosmic phenomena • Scientific interviews • Astronomy education • Space missions
“The LIUniverse with Dr. Charles Liu” is a podcast that offers a rich tapestry of cosmic conversation, blending scientific exploration with popular culture, hosted by Dr. Charles Liu, an astrophysicist from the American Museum of Natural History. Across its episodes, the podcast delves into a multitude of themes related to space, astronomy, and astrophysics, often contextualized through the lens of science fiction, arts, and global scientific frontiers.
The podcast regularly features discussions with scientists, educators, and experts in various fields of astronomy and related sciences. Topics commonly explored include planetary formation, black holes, the evolution of galaxies, and the intriguing phenomena of the universe such as quasars, star clusters, and orbital mechanics. The show frequently ventures into discussions about unique astronomical occurrences like solar flares, auroras, and eclipses, providing insights into both theoretical and applied astrophysics.
Recurring themes include the exploration of how scientific advancements and discoveries push the boundaries of human knowledge, the intersection of science and fiction, and the cultural impact of space exploration. The podcast often revisits fundamental questions about the universe's origins, its potential futures, and the mysteries surrounding cosmic entities. The show engages with contemporary issues such as space accessibility, the role of AI, and the history and ethics of space exploration.
Listeners are also introduced to interdisciplinary dialogues featuring music, art, and archaeology, highlighting the role of creativity and historical context in understanding the cosmos. With a mix of expert insights and playful, yet intellectual banter, the podcast aims to satisfy the curiosity of both science enthusiasts and casual listeners intrigued by the vast wonders of the universe.
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Episodes:
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Rings, Orbits and Space Storms with Dr. Phil Nicholson
2025-Nov-30
46 minutes
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Tiny Galaxies and Massive Black Holes with Dr. Matt Taylor
2025-Nov-15
39 minutes
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Black Holes Colliding with Dr. Charlotte Olsen
2025-Nov-01
41 minutes
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Measuring the Stars with Astrostatistician Sabrina Berger
2025-Oct-18
43 minutes
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Cosmic Raspberries and Life on Mars with Dr. Kelly Blumenthal
2025-Sep-27
37 minutes
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Chuck GPT Apocalypse, Part 2
2025-Jun-21
24 minutes
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Chuck GPT Apocalypse, Part 1
2025-Jun-08
27 minutes
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Finding Your Place in Space with Sadie Coffin
2025-May-24
45 minutes
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Shredding and Stitching Stars with u/Andromeda321 (Yvette Cendes)
2025-May-10
48 minutes
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Early Galaxies, Intelligent Plants and the Geometry of D&D Dice With Justin Cole
2025-Apr-26
38 minutes
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Standing on the Edge of Discovery with Dr. Melodie Kao
2025-Apr-05
43 minutes
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Future Fashion: Spacesuits, Exoskeletons & More with Alexia Stylianou
2025-Mar-22
47 minutes
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Half-Baked Stars and Handmade Macarons with Dr. Theron Carmichael
2025-Mar-08
37 minutes
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Cold Wars, AI, and Art for Aliens with Rebecca Charbonneau
2025-Feb-22
41 minutes
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Megamasers and Magnetic Fields with Dr. Jackie Villadsen
2025-Feb-08
50 minutes
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A Scintillating Cosmic Conversation with Robert Sparks
2025-Jan-26
40 minutes
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Comets, Eclipses and Auroras: The LIUniverse Looks Back at 2024
2025-Jan-04
60 minutes
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Space Lasers, Solar Panels and Stochastic Parrots with Leah Voytovich
2024-Dec-22
45 minutes
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A Double Dose of Physics with Dr. Betty Jensen and Dr. Mary Lou West
2024-Dec-07
39 minutes
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Into the Unknown with Dr. Kelsey Johnson Part 2
2024-Nov-23
28 minutes
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Into the Unknown with Dr. Kelsey Johnson Part 1
2024-Nov-09
31 minutes
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A HaLIUween Special
2024-Oct-26
41 minutes
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Chuck GPT 4.0
2024-Oct-20
56 minutes
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The End of Everything with Dr. Katie Mack Part 2
2024-Sep-07
24 minutes
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The End of Everything with Dr. Katie Mack Part 1
2024-Aug-24
36 minutes
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Making Space Accessible with Celene Shimmen
2024-Aug-10
39 minutes
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Sharing Space with Astronaut Cady Coleman, Part 2
2024-Jul-20
27 minutes
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Sharing Space with Astronaut Cady Coleman, Part 1
2024-Jul-06
30 minutes
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Chuck GPT 3.0: Gravity, rocket Propulsion, space Tethers, and more!
2024-Jun-15
47 minutes
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Composing the Cosmos – Musical Explorations of Deep Space with Bruce Lazarus
2024-Jun-02
34 minutes
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Cosmic Pathways with Dr. Ronald Gamble
2024-May-18
38 minutes
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Volcanoes on Earth and in Space with Dr. Samantha Tramontano
2024-May-04
41 minutes
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Neurobionics with Dr. Nicki Driscoll
2024-Apr-21
40 minutes
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The Great American Eclipse
2024-Apr-05
36 minutes
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ChuckGPT 2.0 – Three Body Problem Q&A
2024-Mar-30
36 minutes
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Ancient Astronomy with Hannah Liu
2024-Mar-16
39 minutes
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Lucy and L'SPACE with Freya Holloway
2024-Mar-03
35 minutes
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Solar Flares and Deep Space Nine with Dr. Jimmy Negus
2024-Feb-18
27 minutes
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Chuck GPT 1.0 Year End Q&A
2023-Dec-30
49 minutes
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Star Trucking with Franklin Chang-Diaz and Miranda Chang – Part 2
2023-Dec-16
31 minutes
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Star Trucking with Franklin Chang-Diaz and Miranda Chang – Part 1
2023-Dec-10
34 minutes
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Black Holes and Space Junk with Vivienne Baldassare
2023-Nov-19
34 minutes
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Final Frontiers with Jeyhan Kartaltepe
2023-Oct-28
32 minutes
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Star Treks, Star Wars, and Star Domes with Jenny Powers and Elliot Severn
2023-Oct-14
32 minutes
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Stars vs. Planets with Dr. Tom Rice
2023-Sep-30
33 minutes
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New York Comic Con: The Science of Sci-Fi 2021
2023-Sep-16
61 minutes
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Boston Fan Expo: The Science of Sci-Fi
2023-Sep-02
32 minutes
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Planet Formation with Dr. Holly Capelo
2023-Aug-19
25 minutes
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The Birth of Planets with Aleksandra Kuznetsova
2023-Aug-06
31 minutes
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Brown Dwarfs and Ballet with Johanna Vos
2023-Jul-22
30 minutes
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The Poetry of the Stars with Midge Goldberg and Yun Wang Part 2
2023-Jul-08
29 minutes
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Particle Physics with Dr. Lesya Horyn
2023-Jun-24
28 minutes
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The Poetry of the Stars with Midge Goldberg and Yun Wang
2023-Jun-10
29 minutes
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Science and the Future with Dr. Andrew Maynard
2023-May-27
31 minutes
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Studying Stars with Dr. Isabel Colman
2023-May-13
26 minutes
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Hunting Meteorites with Geoff Notkin
2023-Apr-29
27 minutes
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The LIUniverse: Sailing to Mars with Sarah Al-Ahmed of The Planetary Society
2023-Apr-15
30 minutes
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Simulating Galaxies with Paco Holguin
2023-Apr-01
27 minutes
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The LIUniverse: Weather Satellites with Andy Green
2023-Mar-18
30 minutes
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New York Comic Con: The Science of Science Fiction 2
2023-Mar-04
59 minutes
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Searching for Exoplanets with Jackie Villadsen
2023-Feb-18
30 minutes
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How Planets Live and Die, with Sam Grunblatt
2023-Feb-18
26 minutes
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Space Telescopes with Dr. Alexandra Greenbaum
2023-Feb-18
29 minutes
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Adventures in Science with Geoff Notkin, Dr. Andrew Maynard and Dr. Cady Coleman.
2023-Feb-18
36 minutes
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Nuclear Fusion with Christina Migliore
2023-Feb-18
30 minutes
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Black Holes, Galaxies, and The Expanse with Jimmy Negus
2023-Feb-18
31 minutes
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