The Meteor Explainer

[@StarTalk]

How might the physical and chemical properties of a bolide affect our understanding of the early solar system compared to those of smaller meteorites? What can these differences reveal about the formation and evolution of planetary bodies? Share your insights and theories below! 🚀🔍

[@dwarfer1]

motion blur is your friend, not fast shutters

[@ROBLOXTHANOS]

We need to sharpen our understanding of the constituents of the Asteroid Belt, Kuiper Belt, and Oort Cloud. Knowing more about these regions will make the history of The Solar System abundantly clear.

[@hurd390xp9]

Wish we all could apply these words to daily knowledge and/or understanding

[@williampisano7573]

How are the astronauts able to get food and water 💧 and oxygen in outer space if there stuck there????

[@jamiboothe]

I`m just going to point to the hypothesis of the "Late Heavy Bombardment". After the earth collided with a Mars sized planetoid, melting the crust, adding to the Earth`s mass, and forming the Moon, any surface water, or most surface water would have boiled off. H2O in the meteorites, after the LHB, could then be captured and retained in what was likely a very thick atmosphere, possibly as thick as Venus`s atmosphere, and later formed the oceans as the surface cooled. Likely, that cooling caused condensation of gasses in that early atmosphere, as the pressure and temperature changed. H20, having the highest range of temperature between its solid and gaseous states was the ideal molecule to stay water, while highly varied atmospheric conditions prevailed. Noble gasses at this time likely separated, the heavier ones such as Xenon into the Earth`s crust, and the lighter ones having a place in the atmosphere, according to their weight. However, our atmosphere is highly dynamic, today. Even more so, back when.

[@Ikonicre_Moonshield]

It's just Nice that Chuck keeps inviting Neil to his podcast. 😂

[@anthonygordon9483]

haha, they are practically neighbors. I am surprised Chuck hasnt invited Neil over to his house to host. Ive been thinking about that watching Conan. Every year conan takes turns doing a pod cast over at each of his co host house as a tradition. But then again Neil has never invited anyone over to his house so something tells me Neil isnt too comfortable with that. Neil is old school and so old schoolers still feel some type of way when it comes to internet and privacy.

[@TheSouthernSiren]

😂🤣

[@SanxxChevalier]

😂😂🤣🤣

[@2MANYWWWWWWWWWWWWS4U]

hence the name Chuck Nice

[@getme32]

My sentiments exactly

[@isaiahwade1484]

If it's in the void, it's an asteroid or meteoroid. If it continues to soar, it's a meteor. If it's no longer in flight, it's a meteorite.

[@buccizero]

Bravo!!

[@seansteel3326]

You won !

[@tubeonline629]

It's not a meteorite unless it hits the earth, just because it's no longer in flight doesn't make it a meteorite, it can just burn completely up before it strikes earth, as most of them do.

[@AtomizedSound]

@@tubeonline629yea but I believe it was a given in what they said.

[@isaiahwade1484]

@@tubeonline629 this is a common sense thing. If it completely burns up and doesn't exist anymore, then we wouldn't be talking about it at all would we? 🤦‍♂️

[@goatflieg]

So glad Neil and Chuck are still doing this. Hope they keep it going for a long time.

[@fooferbob9230]

I have to guess that they are great pals. I am also glad to be able to vicariously enjoy their time.

[@fooferbob9230]

Although, I still remember and miss the early days of StarTalk when many different comedians were co-hosts.

[@AyaAziz]

Same. For a long long time

[@yuhfiknowtv]

STILL LYING🎉

[@Darth001033]

@3:53 I love the glass breaking noise whenever he threw the magnet lmao

[@Dunning.Kruger]

I feel like StarTalk should create a video that breaks down the basics of logic, reason, and critical thinking-something accessible for everyone, especially in today’s world. It's more needed than ever, particularly in the U.S.

[@OllieandCompany]

Yes, but Neil thinks men's & woman's sports should not be separated. No logic & reasoning there.

[@denvernaicker8250]

@@OllieandCompany sounds like you found something to hate Neil for, well done on you

[@AJB4D]

​@@OllieandCompanyhuge logic there to me. No way to get people to stop asking for it than do it. 1 year where women just get slammed into th dirt.

[@LukeSumIpsePatremTe]

​@@OllieandCompany You don't seem to understand what logic is.

[@SamusSelf-Destruct]

That’s a philosophical question, not a scientific one.

[@jellyfiredragon]

3:52 lol nice one editor

[@lautabott_uy]

Dude I cracked up for some reason, was not expecting that

[@elementalds]

also laughed harder at this than I'd like to admit xD

[@gypsybiswa]

😂

[@zazoreal5536]

Chuck finding a loophole was brilliant.

[@VoltisArt]

To be fair, we do call the search for info "looking up". Chuck gave it the double-meaning, along with some style points. Clever man.

[@howtopoe]

@@VoltisArtliterally came here to say this 😂 but I will add that I love that twist in relation to the whole catchphrase. Keep looking up is more than literal, it’s metaphorical, too. 😁

[@Currawong]

"Why is this breeze peeling off my skin?!?" 🤣

[@rachel_rexxx]

I love when Chuck has the confidence to deliver his quips without forcing a laugh to go along with it!

[@AndrewPolich]

Love the 10-15 minute format! Keep that up team

[@franosbornblaschke3694]

i put the long ones on while I make dinner. : )

[@lytaylor1204]

That crashing sound effect when Neil threw the tiny magnet out of frame 🤣🤣

[@GuildOfTheBlackCrow]

'If it's in flight, it ain't a meteorite' I am literally going to remember this forever with Chuck's voice in my head.

[@KPHTvOfficial]

Chuk always make it fun to watch.😂

[@Crunch0r]

1:34 And if they soar, it's a meteor.

[@ianbuxton1730]

NICE😂

[@charaelias6687]

"If it's in flight, it's not a meteorite!" will now forever live in my brain along with the song lyrics to every song I've ever listened to more than once. Thanks, Chuck!

[@FishareFriendsNotFood972]

How heavy meteorites are always fill me with childlike wonder

[@BCNeil]

Most are almost all iron

[@ricobhi]

As does the thought of the bigger things that the meteors came from in the first place

[@commode7x]

It fills me with iron.

[@liggerstuxin1]

“ if it’s not in flight, it’s a meteorite” that’s actually really good

[@ROBLOXTHANOS]

Keep educating this frenzied and confused world, Neil. Piers Morgan recently stated that you are the most famous scientist on the planet, and I agree with that claim.

[@BraveNewWorld2]

He's definitely one of the best science communicators since the late Carl Sagan. In a world that seems to be regressing, there is a genuine need for people like him, and the format itself is great with Chuck Nice.

[@ROBLOXTHANOS]

@@BraveNewWorld2 Very true

[@calebgordon366]

"Why is this breeze peeling off my skin" I lost it 😂

[@Pingvin-wx6sm]

I love watching StarTalk!

[@scottlarson9165]

Can't express how much I enjoy this podcast, I learn while laughing. THANK YOU

[@markonikof]

I love the chuck-neil friendship

[@paulaguaraldi8990]

Right??!! They're awesome together. Would love to spend an evening having drinks with them!

[@dad_of_lucifer]

Twenty years ago, our family was sitting in front of our house in India and we witnessed a fire above our coconut tree. It came very close, spreading light in the area like a car headlight in the sky, and then disappeared. This was the second and closest encounter for me. A few years before this incident, we heard that there would be an asteroid shower in the sky. We went to the terrace and watched fireballs of all sizes zooming past above us. We witnessed a minimum of 100+ within three hours, from midnight to 3am!! I still remember those days like it was yesterday. It was so amazing and mind-blowing. ❤👌 I'm from the wonderful tropical 🌴 state called Kerala, India 🇮🇳 Edit: unfortunately we didn't have a good camera phone or a camera. The social media was not active 😢

[@shrinidhijoshi595]

That is so amazing ✨

[@Rocinster]

Likes from Chennai brother...

[@dad_of_lucifer]

@@Rocinster 👍😊

[@dad_of_lucifer]

@@shrinidhijoshi595 👍

[@marsspacex6065]

You can look up if it energetic enough from satellites. Go to the near earth asteroid site Jpl and look at the map with shows fireballs that military satellites see.

[@TheCarabailey]

Since I discovered your videos about 3 months ago, I truly cannot watch any of the other junk that KZbin shows. I am very selected now of what I watch, but you can bet StarTalk is number 1 of my list. Gossip mongers are irrelevant and disappointing (need I say why). So, thanks Professor Neil and team for having a great podcast, many of us enjoy the show. P.S Haven't answered the question because I don't understand it, but I will learn.

[@Mehrunzebub]

Who ever edits these videos sometimes makes me chuckle with their little sound effects, video effects or clips here and there. Really emphasizes the fun in StarTalk media. Props to them!

[@VoltisArt]

Have seen similar other places, but it's definitely an appreciated effect. Everybody needs a good editor - video and otherwise.

[@laladigitalsystem]

I like the loophole 🙂

[@INKY-JOHN]

Effects person, love it

[@s.wiesbadener]

Hello Neil. Your biggest fan Hristina from Germany would be so glad and overwhelmingly happy to receive just an „Hello Hristina. Best wishes from Neil“. Is it possible to see a dream become true? ❤ Thanks a lot in advance. Yours sincerely, Sascha

[@graysonburkhart]

One can always learn something from these great guys, and get a wonderful laugh, or 10 in the process

[@VotiVertsTV]

@StarTalk you have made me more interested in finding out more things about our galaxy and i enjoy it since im learning plus discovering new things everyday thank you❤

[@kirandeepchakraborty7921]

I love these videos so much. Pure Joy ❤

[@abdulazizalzahrani5040]

A smart comedian + a funny scientist = diamond of a podcast

[@vicentechamberlain579]

I love science, engineering keeps me calm, science puts a smile on my face

[@Atlas-eg5gu]

Intro graphic is like ~10% too loud I feel. Great video.

[@Tandall2007]

Love these videos. Short and rewarding.

[@mark303murphy]

Omg you posted this just in time to let every one who watched it know it's the time of year for the persiod meteor shower

[@shadytreez]

Its my Birthday this weekend and I am dragging hubby outside at midnight. I have seen two bolide (sp?)and hope to catch one this weekend. Thank you for the reminder of the yearly meteor shower. It is a great B-day gift.

[@portiamartinez9002]

Happy birthday, yes go out side with hubby ,yall might see something you've never seen ❤🎉🎉🎉

[@anthoniusra4769]

Happy leo

[@davidevans3227]

@@shadytreez my b'day today! only forty minutes left... many happy returns.. 🙂

[@shadytreez]

@@davidevans3227 Happy Birthday! House of the Lion! May you have health and wealth.

[@portiamartinez9002]

Two of my favorite podcasters, serious and laughter too,always watch on my tv 📺 😂but don't leave comments,thank you both,but don't drop anything on your heads😮love you both magnets 😂😂❤❤

[@nycnaturewalks]

Chuck was so proud after dropping the gem. “If it’s in flight, it’s not a meteorite.” ❤😂

[@Clazers]

That's what I must have seen when I was on Baffin Island years ago. It was in August I'm sure, and it was midnight. I was wating for a boat that was two hours late. It was a tremendous show for hours. My mates got tired watching, but I laid on the rocks and really enjoyed the show.

[@MadAtMyself4Commenting]

Such a great opportunity for a “Meteor Man” reference‼️

[@adityabiswal5506]

I think that there should be an episode showcasing Neil's book collection.

[@TyDie85]

I remember seeing a meteor shower around the mid 90's in Oklahoma when I was a kid. I'll never forget that experience. It was both scary and beautiful.

[@thebiggestoneyouveverhad]

Something worth watching. Love you guys.

[@mirjanabozinovic1434]

Thanks you, Neil and Chuck ❤

[@kanishkaveediyabandara3028]

Love to see the show back in Dr. Tyson's office. It has such a nice vibe. Much better than the 'Zoom' looking layout with the side-by-side videos.

[@songOmatic]

I've seen several individual shooting stars on separate occasions, plus one OUTSTANDING Perseid shower back in the 90s... we slept outside and spent all night looking up...

[@hurd390xp9]

Love your purpose in life neil . You both make it knowledgeable

[@pdude1911]

Thanks guys, salute from Holland 😊

[@smorris7713]

I had the most magical moment about 12 years ago. I was on the tarmac after experiencing my first flight in a Cessna and as though it wasn't already awesome catching the sun dip below the horizon from the air, as I took in the changing colours, there was a meteor. It seemed to be chasing the sunset, I wish I remembered the date but I just remember how happy it made me ❤

[@F3-et2ko]

I love the dynamics between neil and chuck - always happy to watch them & learn new info about space. I burst out laughing at Chuck and his loophole on looking up. Thank you guys for making my day better! And shout out to the sound effects team. ❤

[@johnnamorton6744]

I feel that it would be interesting for Star Talk to interview normal people asking "uninformed" questions, or informed questions

[@VoltisArt]

Hmm...how about a mix of asking normal people science questions, and asking them questions with false-but-common pretenses, to see who calls BS?

[@davidh1187]

I've only seen a handful of bolides in my 65 years but the one the one that stands out is the one that shed bright green glowing bits as it danced its multicolour path through our atmosphere .

[@MarcoCurrin-qg1fy]

Thank you so much man you got me on the ground. I love it you are the perfect absolute perfect person for this. Oh my gosh.

[@keonslaw100]

Chucks comedic time is on point

[@jokermtb]

This was one of the funniest episodes I’ve seen - awesome

[@BenjySparky]

Neil and Chuck, y'all rock! Peace

[@haggailubala9385]

Love this 💕💕 from Zambia

[@FabricatorFactory]

Nice. Enjoyed. Thanks for the heads up on the upcoming meteor shower.

[@nckgmz83]

My favorite casters on this he planet

[@Mystic_Christopher]

"How impactful are meteors?" I see what you did there with the title. Well played!

[@ito2789]

Please NEVER stop making videos, Kings.

[@logixthedev]

Casually: "Why is this breeze peeling off my skin?" Thanks for the laugh Chuck, I needed that this week! (Also the glass breaking when Neil threw the magnet got me too) :D

[@mattshaffer5935]

Love you two! Thanks for sharing your hard work! All the best Sirs.

[@smileyoureoncamera1230]

Neil degrasse is the real goat I remember learning about everything from his documentaries in school he truly an educator and we are lucky to have someone who is willing to go so far to help people including children learn about the world we live in

[@the_meccaneer]

The Arizona meteor crater is awesome!

[@fromnorway643]

But not even visible from the Moon with a small telescope!

[@zazoreal5536]

Neil and Chuck.... Making science fun.

[@kirandeepchakraborty7921]

Exactly the kind of thing I like

[@NALOvs]

This is so fascinating

[@jh61]

I introduced a City kid to the late night Perseids this August. sitting around a dimming campfire in Northern Wi. looking towards the general direction of the Constellation Perseid over a lake with an occasional cloud obsuring us....but we managed to see a few from 11-11:30 pm...add a few Loon calls to that, and it's a nice experience.

[@isatousarr7044]

From an astrobiology perspective, the impact of meteors on human health and planetary ecosystems is particularly intriguing. How might the introduction of alien life forms or pathogens through meteorites affect gene and cell stability, and what could be the implications for existing health challenges and pandemics? Considering the potential for extraterrestrial biological contamination, what strategies should humanity develop to safeguard against such risks and protect our health and hard-won medical advancements?

0:21 "This is it. It's over. This is the opening of the movie." gets me.. :D

[@nehasingh7841]

10:57 sir that's might be summer there but that's the mid monsoon here in India😢

[@Mav047]

Yeah sad

[@mega2034]

I don’t know whom ideas was it, but you guys are the perfect balance. Thank you

[@rhov-anion]

There was a bolide that exploded in the air just a few miles from my apartment. I was indoors so I didn't see it, but it sounded like a massive bomb. I felt that blast in the marrow of my bones, and I swore my heart jolted out of rhythm for a couple of seconds, with a sharp ache in my chest. It shook walls, cracked my neighbors' windows, set off car alarms, a school near the blast had its windows shattered, and a guy who happened to be out on a night jog almost directly under the blast was temporarily blinded from the flash and went partially deaf from the burst. I thought at the time, "What would have happened if that had HIT?" That bolide might have been the size of a baseball, yet merely bursting in the air caused property damage and injury.

[@MadDragon75]

Last night, I barely witnessed a flash of light out of the corner of my eye. It was a bright streak going SW to NE in Ca, around 11:00pm.

[@Devboul]

Great video !!

[@w0lfyovi294]

This was very helpful for me when I go out to shoot the meteor shower on the 12th and 13th of next week. I will have to wait for past midnight to get the most of them on my camera.

[@rudevectors8018]

I love these two!

[@thereadersvoice]

Neil's facepalm at the end is the best I have ever seen, lmao! You guys are awesome!! 😁🖖

[@timmyjones1921]

Thank Ya Chuck & Neil.

[@bletz421]

Thank u for reminding for the metor shower tonight

[@JosephMiller-u3t]

I love learning. . Omg.....really am speechless 😊

[@neiloosthuizen6239]

Hi Neil, speaking of comments, I think we should add some criteria to how we define Moons: apart from the three current criteria for moons, it should now include a fourth one which is size, and a fifth one which is surface gravity in order to define it properly. There should be a minimum for each category.

[@WuKingdom1]

I've been fortunate enough to have witnessed 3 different abnormally large meteors that have all broken up mid flight and completely disintegrated. They are definitely something special

[@fromnorway643]

Some years ago, I witnessed a very bright bolide breaking up in the southern sky around 2 am in mid-August, probably from the Perseid shower mentioned by Tyson. Some 8-10 minutes later I heard a faint rumbling sound coming from the south, indicating that the bolide had exploded about 150 km away or so. That would place it somewhere above the southeastern "corner" of Norway, close to the Swedish border, but I didn't time it precisely so it was impossible to estimate its location very precisely.

[@TwinsNicknMax]

Thanks for the vids Neil and Chuck, I love learning from you guys!

[@jamesgreenler8225]

Excellent discussion. We use doplar radar to help find meteorite btw.

[@OldMysticFantasist]

Thanks for the timely reminder that the Perseid meteor shower is imminent. I'm 63 & a bit of a night owl, but I've only ever seen a few meteors/shooting stars. Maybe this is my week! 😀

[@chrisstewards]

Ain't no rug without a loop.😂

[@BCNeil]

get away from cities

[@erikpikula8189]

😂 you guys make such a great team and thank you for all the knowledge Mr. Neal

[@SpeechesBeyond]

GREAT SHOW ! Thank you so much.

[@mjm3091]

5:40 I watched Hereditary, I am sticking nothing out of the window.

[@daredreamdo]

I haven't watched you in a while, Neil. I SO miss your 'Cosmos' shows. Ok I subscribed! I get updates about meteor showers but didn't know until this video that we are just passing through a prior shower every year...Very cool indeed. If the Hubble didn't go into 'safe mode' it would look like the back side of the moon I suppose...🙏✌

[@calabrais]

Literally my two favorite humans in the solar system

[@danpendergrass7762]

Enjoy all your videos, thanks for dumbing everything down. Totally off subject of this video but could you explain a neutrino? And who is the memorial flag for in your office? If it is too personal I apologize for asking, just the curiosity of an old veterean.

[@kylekane5727]

I love Chuck!

[@RussShirley1]

So, so good, thanks!

[@TM-yn4iu]

Truly appreciated!!!

[@triviabuff5682]

August 10, 11 and 12 coincides with Puck Fair in Co. Kerry, Ireland.

[@josephdonais4778]

I have refined your expansion of the universe analogy Dr. Tyson: The expansion is comparable to a deflated wet balloon. Dip it in sand and then begin blowing it up... preferably before it dries. Now imagine rubber and sand running through the entire volume of the expanding balloon all across the radius all at once. Where this demonstration fails is near the implied singularity, as I have never heard of a prposed continuous singularity, other than a black hole... unless of course I just did.😁