NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: the limitations of human perception

06/20/24 • 89 min

Peter & Kasia are joined by astrophysicist, author, and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson.

They discuss Tyson's journey in becoming an astrophysicist and the public's fascination with space, and explore the impact of seeing the night sky and how it inspired Neil's life and career. The power of images like the Voyager 1 photo of Earth and the Pale Blue Dot photo in shaping the perspective of ourselves in the universe are considered. The conversation explores the limitations of human perception and the role of science in enhancing our understanding of reality.

Appearance by Producer Rach who has a burning question for Neil and The Golden Record...

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‘Come Sail Away’ performed by Styx, written by Dennis DeYoung

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Peter & Kasia are joined by astrophysicist, author, and science communicator Neil deGrasse Tyson.

Appearance by Producer Rach who has a burning question for Neil and The Golden Record...

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Keep up to date with Peter!

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Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett

Special Thanks to Suzi Jamil

‘Come Sail Away’ performed by Styx, written by Dennis DeYoung

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JUDY COLLINS: the life of an artist

Judy Collins is a singer-songwriter with a musical career spanning seven decades. Judy is known for the outstanding clarity and beauty of her voice. Judy is a Grammy Award winning artist, whose musical catalogue of work includes 36 studio albums.

Judy joins Peter & Kasia to discuss her singing career, activism, and the importance of music and art. She reflects on the 1960s, the current political climate and the need for change. Collins shares her approach to performing and the impact it has on her audience, providing them with a space for reflection and inspiration. The importance of self-care & sobriety is discussed, along with Judy's experience with suicide, and the role that spirituality and love plays in her life.

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Audio Producer: Stuart Buckland

In My Life written by Paul McCartney & John Lennon, performed by Judy Collins

"But of all these friends and lovers

There is no one compares with you.

And these memories lose their meaning

When I think of love as something new.

Tho' I know I'll never lose affection

For people and things that went before,

I know I'll often stop and think about them,

In my life I love you more."

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JANE GOODALL: recognising the animal as an individual

Jane Goodall DBE is an ethologist and conservationist, the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, and a UN Messenger of Peace.

Peter and Kasia have joined Jane in her family home to record this conversation. In this dialogue, Jane Goodall reflects on the powerful influence of her mother, her passion for animals that began in childhood, and her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees.

Jane recounts her journey from a curious child to an eminent ethologist and activist, reshaping scientific views on animal behaviour and emotions. Goodall discusses the significance of animal welfare, the crisis of factory farming, and the importance of fostering hope through her Roots & Shoots program for young people.

This conversation emphasises Jane's lifelong dedication to understanding and protecting animals, while inspiring future generations to make a positive impact on the world.

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Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett

Additional Audio Producer (London): Giles Bidder for Darkside Media

Special Thanks to Suzi Jamil!

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