Neil Degrasse Tyson | CONVERSATIONS AT KCTS 9

[MusicOfTheSystem]

Great interview! this makes me happy to be from his hometown: THE BRONX! Science is fun!

[dhx84]

I envy what Neil Degrasse Tyson has with a ferocity and a sorrow.

You can tell that there are people who just learn just enough to muddle by. And there are those who have an earnest passion and love for a thing.

People don't get it. "Just drawing a paycheck" is the definition of mediocrity. If you're in that camp, you're just an imitator of the folk who actually have a deep, almost moral, commitment to their work.

It's the one thing that separates the genius from everybody else.

[dylanlawless1]

Love Tyson. Interviewer was very nice, but i've heard the same questions every time. Don't mind hearing the answers twice though.

[tyeedillon]

Neil Degrasse Tyson, I would like to thank you for all your knowledge and your passion of science. For it has changed both my schooling and life completely. The fact that science unifies all disciplines of studies and drives society forward, gives me idea's I have you to thank for.

I recently purchased your book, "Death by Black Hole" and I'm itching to read it. Keep your eyes on the prize, and keep doing what your doing. I look forward for what you have to contribute in the near future!

[IWantHerINeedHer]

lmfao. "NOW I'M ABOUT TO DO SCIENCE!"

[milkweed18]

I would love a autographed book from Dr. Tyson

[ToniBabelony]

Him talking about his meeting with Carl Sagan made me a bit emotional. Don't know why, but it must have been a grand experience. Something that will eventually enter the history books.

[GodlessMorality]

Neil is so awesome!

[Buddhabright]

@slipshodcoqbgg Engines running on magnets only? How the fuck do they work?

[SonOfNye]

@Buddhabright I don't much about the technology, as this is the first I have heard of it, but if I were to venture a guess I would say it's magic.

[ziderazzi]

He is so mesmerizing to watch speak. The same way Sagan and Feynman were.

[ceez561]

I FEEL BAD FOR YOU DUDE .... YES YOUR SMART AND I'M NOT TAKEN THAT FROM YOU BRO. BUT YOU KNOW THE STORY BEHIND NASA. (N)EVER (A) (S)TRAIGHT (A)NSWER

[Matismatt]

what can you say? The guy is smart and educated.

[keeperkai999]

the dog?

that made me laugh so hard man.

he is not only a good astro physisist but also a good comedian.

[reegwalk]

If only there was more videos on mainstream television showing people of real value such as this man. Instead of Britney spears.

[ShipMonster]

@reegwalk YES YES YES YES! Completely agreed!!! I've been campaigning this for years.

[starlogic99]

long and hard

[casplash4]

very interesting man. Im 16, and its an inspiring video for a budding astronemer (hopefully) :)

[casplash4]

thats not particularly nice. and that wasnt funny, did you not listen to what he was saying at all?

[casplash4]

because, he was talking about how anyone can do what they want with hard work. just because i spelled something wrong doesnt mean i can't be an astronomer. I just dont understand why you would type something negative to me because i expressed an ambetion

[kwietman]

Don't ever let the trolls get you down. It has no bearing on your ability to do the work. Do, however, concentrate on your writing abilities, since it will impact your work in astronomy as much as your mathematical skills. Grant writing, research findings, etc., all depend upon clear communication. I see no reason why you can't be a fine scientist; the difference between a good one and a great one, however, is how they connect with others and communicate their findings. All good fortune to you.

[casplash4]

thank you quietman

[midang82]

i wanna be an uhstranumer too!!

[tslipsitin]

Your worst enemy is temptation for the fast track to wealth. Stay diligent my friend. In the end, a couple of your friends may make more money but you will be doing the work of gods. Science is everything.

[CosmicBard]

@casplash4 A good first step would be to learn to spell it properly. "Astronomer".

[mutedmakequiet]

this guy is awesome.

[crouchingturbo]

I can't get enough Neil Tyson. Thanks for sharing this interview!

[toycarlvr]

Dr. Tyson is my idol. ... j/k. He IS the MAN!

[OneWorldOneLife]

Wow! Neil Degrasse Tyson is such an inspiration!

Thank you so much for posting this! :)