Science Pioneers with Neil deGrasse Tyson & Danni Washington

[@StarTalk]

Was learning about these oft-forgotten scientists new to you?

[@Broockle]

@ The first sentence is literally the only one I can understand.

[@TikkyTakMoo]

Yes and no. I've been a big Tesla fan long before the car company was invented. Always interesting though. I'm sure most people have heard of the Big Bang Theory, but very few know who George Lemaître is.

[@Broockle]

@ subtle flex lol No, I understood none of that honestly. During day time the whole moon can be seen as one grayish white ball with craters. I have no idea what you mean by half visible.

[@bigbirdthug]

Never heard of any of these ppl. Would love more deep dives of scientists, their discoveries and adversities and then how far we've come because of them

[@josephfilm73]

Yes! I really enjoy these videos. They're addictive fun. I learn something and usually laugh a lot also! Thanks guys. Thanks Chuck. Thanks NDG. I really need the cheering up after watching the news.

[@edwinknoblauch8618]

Some of Chucks finest moments!!

[@ivecadit]

And that bit about "Jesus was the healthcare system of biblical times" killed!

[@tylorwilson4559]

Just wanted to say startalk is my all time favorite thing to watch I absolutley love it... thank you

[@StarTalk]

We do it for you!

[@HexerPsy]

I want to wish Danni all the best in her career! I work in a teaching/research hospital together with a number of doctors who go above and beyond for their patients and pushing the frontier of treatment options in our field. It makes you feel like you are walking among giants - absolutely fantastic people in the right place. So too, do I feel Danni is a giant in her field in the right place. Keep up the good work!

[@thomasmullins1783]

This episode was not at all long enough. I was so mesmerized by her work that I didn't realize 50m had passed by

[@mauritsv0]

Making science cool is so cool

[@StarTalk]

Agreed!

[@rk99688]

She is real life Moana, the ocean called her. You should do more of these episodes of pioneers of science. There are so many people that we don't know of that contributed to science. Learning about the history of their work would be incredible. I have always loved science history makes me appreciate how science has evolved over years.

[@lbacker90]

Danni is so great! Such positive energy. I'm really grateful she was on for this episode. Thank you!

[@jhutch0612]

Great episode, Danni Washington needs to be added to the show permanently. Science pioneers could be its own segment hosted by her.👌🏾

[@joseimpact]

she was an amazing guest!!! great episode

[@StarTalk]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@afgdfdgdfddf42]

I'm 41 and this show is for me, not only for teenagers.

[@derekseven1647]

Bring Ms Washington back ASAP. She gave the viewers a lot of so info.

[@mollybell5779]

For the first time ever, I'm going to have to wait and watch this tomorrow because I am just too sleepy rn. But before I say goodnight, I just have to put it out there that Chuck Nice really makes this show for me. When I first discovered StarTalk, for the first couple of episodes I was rather indifferent about Chuck. However, it didn't take long before I succumbed to his irresistible charm, and now I *love* him. Don't get me wrong; I love Neil too. But Chuck is absolutely integral to StarTalk. Truth be told, it's the interaction between Neil and Chuck that makes the show for me. Without question, it's my favorite. Okay, looking forward to watching this one. Good night, StarTalk. 😁❤️

[@michaelflores451]

Intelligent, beautiful, and a mermaid?!!! She may be the best guest so far! These shows are really great and informative entertainment. Please, never stop informing us! Thank you.

[@Jay-om8gr]

Also a feminist. It’s oozing from her

[@calapsesathir4408]

Meh. I wouldn't go that far. Janna Levin says hello. And before you go all sjw, I listen to these on airpods w/o video at work so color isn't even a forethought or after thought

[@pseudoname3159]

@@calapsesathir4408And every avid fan of StarTalk says hello right back to Janna Levin, including myself. She's a great guest. Not sure where anything related to social justice was mentioned in Michael's comment but I do agree that Danni should be a return guest on here as well.

[@FusionDeveloper]

I really enjoyed this video. Bring Danni Washington back some day for another video.

[@MarcelHuguenin]

Amazing, beautiful and very intelligent. Awesome guest, hope she will return in the future on StarTalk. She has some things to tell. Thank you guys!

[@olle7498]

Now I just want to hear Danni talk about oceans. Mangroves are awesome by the way. Anyone who gets rid of a mangrove forest just to make room for a beach is clearly out of their mind.

[@sandal_thong8631]

There going underwater now.

[@TikkyTakMoo]

Going into this, my thoughts a minute in are about how, while Einstein made an observation of the Universe way ahead of his time (E=mc^2), what I find "crazy" is scientists being able to actually reverse engineer the equation and recreate a different process embedded in the equation, thereby physically proving beyond theory its truth. This would take magnitudes of collective effort and work. I know Newton's laws of physics are absolutely brilliant, but I'm quite certain even Newton would be blown away by a combustion engine. Then we'd be like "You think that's amazing, check **reveals James Webb Telescope** this out "

[@FallingAwake16]

That would be a lovely show. Like an animated KZbin channel teaching the new discoveries to Einstein. But perhaps he already knows and is chillin on his comic rn waiting for us to catch up😅

[@TikkyTakMoo]

@@FallingAwake16 😂😂🤣👍

[@levigoldwing1536]

Ask anyone who remembered the inception of the internet or mobile devices. Even great minds find marvel in today's world and we never cease to discover new and absolutely mind crippling truth's of our past.

[@StarTalk]

It's wonderful that the brilliance of that equation was not lost on the masses-is there another equation as widely known as E=mc^2?

[@TikkyTakMoo]

@@StarTalk I think *part* of the wonder and brilliance relies on how relatable and how fundamental the equation is. It's conceivable that v = d/t is more widely known, as well as understood. Fastest/slowest moving objects are very common knowledge. While velocity may allow more people to look at a road sign and calculate how many hours are left in a trip, E=mc^2 invokes people to imagine possibilities of the universe, beyond what their knowing is. There may even exist descriptions of motion and special relativity unknown, which may shed light on the limits of current models of the universe.

[@turdlemelton3571]

Thank you so much for what you do Dr. Tyson! It's a pleasure for us to even get to watch these. And don't think I forgot about you lord Nice. You both keep me in good moods.

[@Chemy.]

i really envy them who have still that passion, i miss my young self who was that much looking for something, nice to see people doing great contributions to science and helping earth

[@stonerainproductions]

I love Danni, beautiful, intelligent, creative and water loving. I've seen her on TV and was immediately impressed, such a force. Oh and her charisma is off the charts ☺️

[@TrickOrRetreat]

That was very well put. Sums it up perfectly 🤗

[@Broockle]

Mangroves got their name from the Arawak who were the native Caribbean people. Spanish and Portugiese call the trees 'Mangle' and 'Mangue' respectively and in English they added 'Grove' to the end cause of where they are found.

[@StarTalk]

Thank you for your knowledge!

[@Broockle]

@@StarTalk thank Google 😎

[@TawaniAnyangwe]

Funny "Mangue" is French for the Mango fruit. Which doesn't grow anywhere near an Ocean

[@loganmiller4919]

@@TawaniAnyangwean interesting history between both words, the same word developed throughout hundreds of years stemming from one place, India. A combination of words, 1 roughly translating to “Mango Species” and another roughly translated to “Unripe Fruit”… doing research on this, I found something quite interesting. Mango’s can trace there origins to the Indo-Burma region around 5,000 years ago. The ones who opened the sea trade routes and were responsible for the “worldwide” distribution of Mangoes from Indo-Burma to Indo-China regions, none other than the Portuguese.

[@hiimdarius]

Another banger from Neil and Chuck as expected, bless you guys both 🙏🙏🙏

[@StarTalk]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kevon_shabangu]

It warms my heart to now be consuming science content from POC I never had that as a kid, I'd never seen someone who looked like me do or even talk about science

[@ignorasmus]

As an Indian, I am heart broken and ashamed that I did not know anything about Jannaki Ammal. Thank you StarTalk, thank you Danni Washington!! Ordering Danni's book for my daughter RIGHT NOW :)

[@qbawl615]

💯✊🏾

[@somendrasaini7807]

Exactly.. really I have never heard of her before, it's a shame..

[@easymoneysniper9013]

That's why I like Neil so much he is always putting black people on. Educated smart black people, not rappers or ig models.

[@xaviermitchell578]

Learned about some awesome people and Discovery's that I have never heard of before! Thank you all so much for bringing these unknown stories to life 😄👍it was amazing!

[@StarTalk]

So glad! This is what we do it for.

[@jjayjacuk]

Love how randomly someone appeared in Niel's camera in 31:05

[@StarTalk]

You've got a keen eye!

[@sandal_thong8631]

@@StarTalk Damn graduate students! One of the funniest was the one on the news where the baby comes through in a baby walker and the nanny has to grab him and pull him out of the room.

[@ywfbi]

The 'chemistry' on this particular show is fantastic. Everyone works so well together :) Thanks for another great show!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Wow, what a delightful guest. Well done, Danni!

[@MaryAnnNytowl]

Not only is she brilliant, she's beautiful, too! Thanks for covering this important subject, folks!

[@STST]

Hey Fancy seeing you here!

[@HaydnYick21]

Danni is awesome! Such an interesting topic and love hearing women succeed in science

[@joshuawoodbury8112]

Thank you Neal for the show

[@jacobcross1294]

"both" I love that answer, Neil.

[@menoima9501]

Tyson saying bruv has just made my day:))))

[@hollywood1281]

Guys bring danni back!

[@oldschoolj510]

Props to Neil for representing the culture

[@fikretyet]

I had a chance know about Vera Rubin later in her life, while she was still with us and have a huge respect for her great accomplishments and unparalleled personality. She is also highly appreciated by science community and of course, deservedly so, but the main problem about her getting a Nobel prize, I think is, about the nature of the subject she had been working on; Dark Matter as well as we all know being highly elusive still is an unsolved subject and there are also alternative explanations like Mond, so her main subject was still incomplete. We can think of Peter Higgs as a similar example but he had the chance the see the result of his work proven experimentally so did get a Nobel very later (2013) then the original work (1964).

[@oxvaldus]

Super interesting what Danni does!! In the academic world, in the ocean of citations rankings and academic positions. Sometimes True pioneers get lost for people's awareness.

[@Benholio1]

This wonderful guest makes me more optimistic

[@maddievictoria4947]

I literally fall asleep every night listening to this podcast, this one or Lights Out Podcast

[@SheSweetLikSugarNSavage]

I've watched a lot of StarTalk episodes, but this one I'll mark as one of my favorites.

[@khaledsubaey9520]

Hi Neil i love u so much thank u for all the huge effort and i love how u give us the science in a smooth young and fun way i love u and i think ur the most intelligent human in the 21th century i wish u a peaceful and healthy wealthy life man keep up we love u

[@MrNegative101]

Wow what a diverse cast you have. It’s like the Science version of BET.

[@bree5529]

Ms. Washington, I just bought your book! So interesting!

[@byGDur]

Thank you for the great content and for spreading the good mood!

[@jameswillis5431]

I’m certain Ms Washington already has a special person in her life, but wow what an intellect and beauty! I apologise to all if that is not PC, but I’m just being honest! Out of my league but will definitely settle for Chuck!! And, on a more serious note, while we’re giving shout-outs to women scientists let’s do so for Emmy Noether. Great channel. Please keep them coming!

[@ponderosacal1218]

Chuck and Danni really vibin 👀

[@marcelclover6650]

By Neil I think he's got it✊🏿

[@Batteristo]

Chuck is so right on!

[@marcelclover6650]

Neil she's really reelly kool man bring her back👏🏿

[@DanHarkless_Halloween_YTPs_etc]

No disrespect to other co-hosts, but episodes of StarTalk are like twice as good when Chuck Nice is on. Never heard anyone make the "overcompensation" joke about huge telescopes before. 👍 Also, first episode I've seen with a female African-American scientist guest, which is awesome. And the first African-American marine scientist I've come across. SCUBA diving cert. at 17 - yeah, buck those stereotypes, girl! 😉 Loved her standing up to Neil regarding her fascination with mermaids (I love 'em too), and the ubiquitous mythology of aquatic humanoids throughout the world. Like Neil, I've always found the word "mangrove" to be interesting (first came across it as a kid, as the pseudonym for one of my favorite computer game authors was "Mangrove Earthshoe" 😄), but like Danni, I never thought to look into its etymology. Apparently the origin isn't known for sure, but it's probably from Portuguese _mangue_ ("mangrove", from Spanish _mangle,_ in turn probably from the indigenous Caribbean language Taíno) + English "grove". Speaking of etymology, nice one, Chuck for quickly coming up with the phycology / phyto- link (always impressive to see how much science he's absorbed working on the show as a comedian). I also didn't know about Vera Rubin, even though dark matter is one of my fascinations - thanks for that intro! (Same goes for pulsars and Jocelyn Bell.) And Neil's explanation of the "giant, always-running videocamera" telescope named after Vera sounds like exciting stuff. One last thing - as much as I love seaweed in Japanese cuisine, I'm not sure it could be the new kale, due to the vitamin B analogs in it that block dietary vitamin B absorption. I may be ignorant to types that don't do that, though (plus, you can always supplement B vitamins along with meals that don't include kelp).

[@likearockcm]

Danni has it going on, brilliant and stunningly beautiful !

[@peterwoods8299]

Mamiwater... Never thought I'd hear that on startalk, this episode blew my mind

[@christinley5213]

such a smart wonderful person!!! this was amazing..thank you!!!

[@JA-qi1fb]

So far I have only heard Star Talk, as an audio podcast. I change that from today.

[@lovingmydog5320]

I enjoyed listening to Ms. Washington’s beautifully articulated fascinating subject. Another book I will give to my 7 yrs old Niece. I hope you invite her again. Love your guys! 🙏♥️

[@StarTalk]

We love to hear that! Thank you for educating the youth!

[@dongrahamleone]

I love history of science, I love black history, I need to love women's history a little more and I think Danni Washington's "Bold Women in Science" might be my next read. This was one of my favorite Star Talks. Great episode!

[@davidt3956]

I've already read a good book about Vera Rubin, "Bright Galaxies, Dark Matter, and Beyond," by Ashley Jean Yeager. I looked up Danni's book and it's for kids, so I'm assuming the segments on the scientists is shorter. I'm sure it's a good one for folks to get their school age kids.

[@commonsense320]

Wow David, you sound incredibly condescending. Must be a real joy to live with.....

[@taketheatrain5393]

I never thought that it would be possible to learn so much while laughing so hard! All these Startalks are just so awesome!

[@cmdeezy1]

This is the best show.

[@wanderingron2063]

All due respect but I think I heard Neil apologize for interrupting

[@KC-nd7nt]

Chuck should be a stand up comedian

[@Klevzz]

He actually is hehe

[@ToneX-hj6ki]

What a beautiful episode

[@BePositiveMindset]

Thanks for the positive morning energy!!! Was gonna refrain but "Blackest episode ever"...I love it!

[@mkevilempire]

That comic about Hendrix and the accordion store I couldn't find anywhere.

[@cosmicsciencewitholiver7328]

I really enjoyed her. Thank you for sharing your ideas🤌❤️🪐🌌🚀🧜🏽

[@sjpugsie]

I love this show! I learn so much, plus you guys are hilarious 😅

[@davidt3956]

The way Danni talks about Sylvia reminds me of the way I felt when I had the privilege to meet Grace Hopper

[@StarTalk]

Wow! What an honor.

[@ShyHippie]

Chucks questions are what mine would be.

[@ZoSoDragon1]

Great guest. And hopefully Chuck got those digits for a call back sometime

[@ogcombatacademy]

Yes, Mami Water is an name we call mermaid beings in Africa, especially Western Africa. Glad she mentioned it, she does have love for the ocean

[@fc-qr1cy]

GREAT EPISODE GENTLEMENT. LOVE TO LEARN and once again something new.

[@StarTalk]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@jeremyblackwater439]

That’s what’s up 💪🏾 I’ve liked Danni for years 🥰

[@ajakumar97]

Please add the Next time Photograph of the persons who are mentioned by the author Book and some of the work done either original or Graphics that will be more value to the discussion, Please consider this request.

[@vjmonik4792]

Great to see a diverse panel on the show. Dr. Tyson get a good microphone. This one is not next to your mouth and your voice doesn’t come across well. Dr Washington sounds so great and clear.

[@pekkamatala6144]

I know right? Not always you see humans and mermaids creating such good content.

[@xandergreene1748]

nice ones Chuck

[@harshsharma7154]

Hey! I always wonder does Neil reply to the comments of Startalk ?

[@SOUNDWAVE8000]

📡📡🛰️🛰️

[@jcmn02]

This your personal astrophysicist and comedian network didn't ya know?

[@pejko89]

Yes, that's how he spends most of his day

[@harshsharma7154]

@@pejko89 lol. Really ?

[@IfYouKnowYouKnow.]

Beautiful inside & out.

[@azuran133]

Waiting for some Startalk bars to drop and the show's complete

[@samarkoh]

Mami water 💦 . I love that . That’s how we call mermaids in Ghana 🇬🇭. Love it

[@enadegheeghaghe6369]

Same here in Nigeria!

[@jayfridayaq]

Won't it be interesting to see our children group that love science. Look at where all of us viewers are!

[@CRAZYCHRIS187420]

Great episode loved it

[@kokorolex]

Please interview Boyan Slat, dude created The Ocean Clean Up

[@lunar_trader]

Have Good Afternoon everyone! An thank you again for this wonderful wisdon and amazing comedic an outside point of veiw sir lord nice c:

[@StarTalk]

Have a good afternoon :)

[@Neobert5240]

She's beautiful and super intelligent 😍❤💖 stay safe and inspirational ❤🙏♥💙💖💜

[@jonnupe1645]

I just have to share this link with you Neil, there's a live letter between yourself and Bill Nye the Science Guy. Please acknowledge this in any way

[@arturkonczalski]

I wait for David Sinclair to be a guest :) Hopefully that will happen :)

[@easymoneysniper9013]

Aquanaughts is maybe the coolest name I ever heard

[@SheSweetLikSugarNSavage]

Loved her on the show. ❤ People like her saved our gulf lines in Louisiana that suffers from a lot of erosion and lost of homes to our beloved wild gulf birds. Due to constant hurricanes here. These birds are amazing to watch... and only a those in Florida and along the gulf shores can relate to their majestic presence on waters and in our swampy bayous. Danni is the first on your show I heard dare mention Mamiwater mythology. 😂...and Neil you can't tell her she's disturbed for identifying as a mocha mermaid...7:30 she's a black mermaid, maybe that's her pronoun. And she makes a beautiful mermaid. I actually looked into her program to help children which is always a needed resource to have in my field where children whom are lost call all the time from all surrounding states, some as far as California sometimes. Every little bit helps.❤ We definitely need more strong magical black women, because magic is in the heart of every child, until society destroys it.

[@malibumama__]

love this

[@jonathancordero1315]

You guys are something else...

[@Veronique487]

Good one! 👍 Love seaweed, kelp, nori etc 😋

[@omari4821]

Danni, thank you so very much for aligning with the magnificent vibrations of the Ocean May the Ocean"s Primal Forces guide, provide, and protect you 🙏🏿 🤴🏿🧜🏿‍♀️🧜🏿🧜🏿‍♀️🧜🏾‍♂️ Ancient Order of the Deep 👑🌍 SHELLBACK🦀🐢

[@viplavshaiva]

Get "Physics Girl" to the pod as a guest.. it's time!

[@yogeshjog]

31:07 who is that in the back?

[@spiralskysparadyse4437]

I want that analogy on a shirt!

[@ohmarsowle2949]

Wonderful!

[@kazachi69]

Love this stuff, glad to be the 1000th like

[@exumapigtours4375]

Lol I've known about mangroves from the 80's. I'm an island boy. Bahamas 🇧🇸

[@davidknapp5224]

Beautiful lady! ❤