Description (podcaster-provided):
A half-hour dose of cosmic conversation with scientists, educators and students about the cosmos, scientific frontiers, scifi, comics, and more. Hosted by Dr. Charles Liu, PhD, an astrophysicist at the American Museum of Natural History. Support us on Patreon.
Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Cosmic conversations • Astronomy and astrophysics • Science fiction • Space exploration • Technology and innovation • Scientific history • Future trends • Interdisciplinary insights • Cultural and educational discussions
This podcast, hosted by Dr. Charles Liu, offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse scientific topics, blending discussions of cutting-edge astrophysical research with cultural and historical elements. A core focus of the podcast is astronomy and astrophysics, examining phenomena such as early galaxy evolution, black holes, star formation, and various celestial events. Episodes frequently feature experts in these fields, including astronomers and cosmologists, who share insights from their latest research.
Beyond astronomy, the podcast covers a range of scientific inquiries, including particle physics, space travel innovations, and space exploration technologies like weather satellites and the search for extraterrestrial life. Discussions also extend into related scientific disciplines, such as neurobionics and fluid dynamics, thereby broadening the scope to include interdisciplinary topics.
The podcast combines science with culture and creativity, often exploring the intersections of science fiction, creative arts like music and poetry, and the influence of popular media. It also delves into historical and ethical dimensions, discussing the history of science and its impact on today’s world, as well as the societal implications of technological advancements.
Panel discussions and interviews with scientists, educators, and enthusiasts provide diverse perspectives on contemporary scientific questions and technological innovations. The podcast addresses the challenges and wonders of scientific discovery, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for listeners. Regular segments respond to audience questions, creating an interactive element that enhances listener engagement with scientific concepts. Through these episodes, the podcast fosters a curiosity-driven exploration of the cosmos and beyond, offering listeners a window into both the scientific and imaginative realms of understanding the universe.
Episodes:
|
Shredding and Stitching Stars with u/Andromeda321 (Yvette Cendes)
2025-May-10
48 minutes
|
Early Galaxies, Intelligent Plants and the Geometry of D&D Dice With Justin Cole
2025-Apr-26
38 minutes
|
Standing on the Edge of Discovery with Dr. Melodie Kao
2025-Apr-05
43 minutes
|
Future Fashion: Spacesuits, Exoskeletons & More with Alexia Stylianou
2025-Mar-22
47 minutes
|
Half-Baked Stars and Handmade Macarons with Dr. Theron Carmichael
2025-Mar-08
37 minutes
|
Cold Wars, AI, and Art for Aliens with Rebecca Charbonneau
2025-Feb-22
41 minutes
|
Megamasers and Magnetic Fields with Dr. Jackie Villadsen
2025-Feb-08
50 minutes
|
A Scintillating Cosmic Conversation with Robert Sparks
2025-Jan-26
40 minutes
|
Comets, Eclipses and Auroras: The LIUniverse Looks Back at 2024
2025-Jan-04
60 minutes
|
Space Lasers, Solar Panels and Stochastic Parrots with Leah Voytovich
2024-Dec-22
45 minutes
|
A Double Dose of Physics with Dr. Betty Jensen and Dr. Mary Lou West
2024-Dec-07
39 minutes
|
Into the Unknown with Dr. Kelsey Johnson Part 2
2024-Nov-23
28 minutes
|
Into the Unknown with Dr. Kelsey Johnson Part 1
2024-Nov-09
31 minutes
|
A HaLIUween Special
2024-Oct-26
41 minutes
|
Chuck GPT 4.0
2024-Oct-20
56 minutes
|
The End of Everything with Dr. Katie Mack Part 2
2024-Sep-07
24 minutes
|
The End of Everything with Dr. Katie Mack Part 1
2024-Aug-24
36 minutes
|
Making Space Accessible with Celene Shimmen
2024-Aug-10
39 minutes
|
Sharing Space with Astronaut Cady Coleman, Part 2
2024-Jul-20
27 minutes
|
Sharing Space with Astronaut Cady Coleman, Part 1
2024-Jul-06
30 minutes
|
Chuck GPT 3.0: Gravity, rocket Propulsion, space Tethers, and more!
2024-Jun-15
47 minutes
|
Composing the Cosmos – Musical Explorations of Deep Space with Bruce Lazarus
2024-Jun-02
34 minutes
|
Cosmic Pathways with Dr. Ronald Gamble
2024-May-18
38 minutes
|
Volcanoes on Earth and in Space with Dr. Samantha Tramontano
2024-May-04
41 minutes
|
Neurobionics with Dr. Nicki Driscoll
2024-Apr-21
40 minutes
|
The Great American Eclipse
2024-Apr-05
36 minutes
|
ChuckGPT 2.0 – Three Body Problem Q&A
2024-Mar-30
36 minutes
|
Ancient Astronomy with Hannah Liu
2024-Mar-16
39 minutes
|
Lucy and L'SPACE with Freya Holloway
2024-Mar-03
35 minutes
|
Solar Flares and Deep Space Nine with Dr. Jimmy Negus
2024-Feb-18
27 minutes
|
Chuck GPT 1.0 Year End Q&A
2023-Dec-30
49 minutes
|
Star Trucking with Franklin Chang-Diaz and Miranda Chang – Part 2
2023-Dec-16
31 minutes
|
Star Trucking with Franklin Chang-Diaz and Miranda Chang – Part 1
2023-Dec-10
34 minutes
|
Black Holes and Space Junk with Vivienne Baldassare
2023-Nov-19
34 minutes
|
Final Frontiers with Jeyhan Kartaltepe
2023-Oct-28
32 minutes
|
Star Treks, Star Wars, and Star Domes with Jenny Powers and Elliot Severn
2023-Oct-14
32 minutes
|
Stars vs. Planets with Dr. Tom Rice
2023-Sep-30
33 minutes
|
New York Comic Con: The Science of Sci-Fi 2021
2023-Sep-16
61 minutes
|
Boston Fan Expo: The Science of Sci-Fi
2023-Sep-02
32 minutes
|
Planet Formation with Dr. Holly Capelo
2023-Aug-19
25 minutes
|
The Birth of Planets with Aleksandra Kuznetsova
2023-Aug-06
31 minutes
|
Brown Dwarfs and Ballet with Johanna Vos
2023-Jul-22
30 minutes
|
The Poetry of the Stars with Midge Goldberg and Yun Wang Part 2
2023-Jul-08
29 minutes
|
Particle Physics with Dr. Lesya Horyn
2023-Jun-24
28 minutes
|
The Poetry of the Stars with Midge Goldberg and Yun Wang
2023-Jun-10
29 minutes
|
Science and the Future with Dr. Andrew Maynard
2023-May-27
31 minutes
|
Studying Stars with Dr. Isabel Colman
2023-May-13
26 minutes
|
Hunting Meteorites with Geoff Notkin
2023-Apr-29
27 minutes
|
The LIUniverse: Sailing to Mars with Sarah Al-Ahmed of The Planetary Society
2023-Apr-15
30 minutes
|
Simulating Galaxies with Paco Holguin
2023-Apr-01
27 minutes
|
The LIUniverse: Weather Satellites with Andy Green
2023-Mar-18
30 minutes
|
New York Comic Con: The Science of Science Fiction 2
2023-Mar-04
59 minutes
|
Searching for Exoplanets with Jackie Villadsen
2023-Feb-18
30 minutes
|
How Planets Live and Die, with Sam Grunblatt
2023-Feb-18
26 minutes
|
Space Telescopes with Dr. Alexandra Greenbaum
2023-Feb-18
29 minutes
|
Adventures in Science with Geoff Notkin, Dr. Andrew Maynard and Dr. Cady Coleman.
2023-Feb-18
36 minutes
|
Nuclear Fusion with Christina Migliore
2023-Feb-18
30 minutes
|
Black Holes, Galaxies, and The Expanse with Jimmy Negus
2023-Feb-18
31 minutes
|