Neil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, science communicator, and author—is one of the most influential voices in modern science. In this live conversation, recorded at On Air Presents, he joins Debbie Millman to explore the role of science education and why defending science has never been more vital.

Neil deGrasse Tyson at On Air Presents

Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we dive deep into some of the most fascinating phenomena in space!

In This Episode:

✨ Quasars: The Universe's Brightest Beacons - Discover the most luminous objects in existence, shining brighter than entire galaxies from billions of light-years away.

🌙 The Moon's Powerful Influence - Learn how our celestial companion shapes Earth's tides, stabilizes our planet's axis, and makes life as we know it possible.

🕳️ White Holes: Science or Fiction? - We explore the theoretical opposite of black holes and discuss whether these mysterious objects could actually exist according to modern science.

🌃 Protecting Our Dark Skies - Why preserving darkness matters for astronomy, wildlife, and our connection to the cosmos.
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The Universe Illuminated: Quasars, White Holes & Protecting Our Night Sky

Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we venture into the mysterious vastness of space and discover the most bizarre phenomena in the universe!


In This Episode:


🌌 The Invisible Universe - Dive into the enigmatic world of dark matter—the invisible substance that makes up 85% of the universe's mass but remains one of science's greatest mysteries.


💎 Cosmic Oddities That Defy Imagination - Explore planets where it literally rains diamonds, stars that pulse like cosmic lighthouses, and other mind-bending phenomena that prove the universe is stranger than fiction!


⭐ The Epic Life of Stars - Follow the complete stellar lifecycle from birth in cosmic nurseries as protostars, through their brilliant main sequence, to their spectacular deaths as supernovae.


🕳️ Hawking Was Right: Black Holes Can Evaporate - Groundbreaking theoretical research confirms Stephen Hawking's predictions about black hole evaporation—discover how even these cosmic giants can slowly fade away.


Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Dark Matter, Diamond Rain & Dying Stars: The Universe's Greatest Oddities

Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we explore humanity's greatest space challenges—from approaching black holes to finding alien life and protecting Earth's orbit!

In This Episode:

🕳️ The Black Hole Challenge - What happens when you get too close to a black hole? Discover the extreme physics, spaghettification, and engineering challenges that make black hole exploration one of humanity's greatest obstacles.

👽 Are We Alone? The Drake Equation - Explore the famous formula that estimates how many intelligent civilizations might exist in our galaxy. Could there be thousands of alien societies out there—or are we truly alone?

🌍 Is Earth Special? - Debate one of astronomy's biggest questions: Is our planet a cosmic rarity, or are Earth-like worlds as abundant as the stars themselves? What does the latest research reveal?

🛰️ Cleaning Up Space: NASA's Orbital Rescue Mission - Learn about the growing crisis of space debris threatening our satellites and the International Space Station—and NASA's innovative plans to clean up Earth's orbit before it's too late.

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Black Holes, Alien Civilizations & Space Junk: Cosmic Challenges

Explore the Wonders of the Universe with KALAM ASTRO 🚀


Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we bring you the latest space news from the UAE and beyond, plus your guide to this week's meteor shower!


In This Episode:


🇦🇪 UAE's Next Leap in Space - Breaking news! The UAE is lining up a new satellite internet system. Learn what this means for connectivity, technology, and the nation's growing role in space infrastructure.


🪐 The Planet That Shouldn't Exist - Astronomers have discovered a bizarre "puffy" exoplanet that defies all known rules of planetary formation and behavior. How did this cosmic oddball come to be?


⚠️ Space Traffic Jam Alert - A new study sounds the alarm: Low Earth orbit is becoming dangerously crowded. What are the risks, and what can be done to prevent orbital collisions?


☄️ Stargazing This Week: Orionids Meteor Shower - Don't miss the spectacular Orionids meteor shower lighting up UAE skies on Tuesday, October 21st! We'll tell you the best times and locations to catch this celestial show.


Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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UAE Space News, Puffy Planets & Meteor Showers: Your October Sky Guide

Explore the Wonders of the Universe with KALAM ASTRO 🚀

Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we gaze at meteor showers, tackle the universe's deepest mysteries, and discover that ice giants might not be what we thought!

In This Episode:

☄️ Orionids Light Up UAE Skies - The spectacular Orionids meteor shower peaks on Tuesday, October 21st! Get your guide to the best viewing times and locations across the UAE to witness this celestial phenomenon.

🌌 The Ultimate Question: What's Beyond the Universe? - If the universe is expanding, what is it expanding INTO? And what did it expand FROM? We tackle one of cosmology's most mind-bending questions.

🪨 Spinning Asteroids Could Save Earth - New research reveals how understanding asteroid rotation in space could be the key to preventing a catastrophic impact with our planet. Learn about the science behind planetary defense.

🔵 Ice Giants Aren't So Icy After All - Groundbreaking research challenges everything we thought we knew about Uranus and Neptune. These distant worlds may have a completely different composition than scientists believed!

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Meteor Showers, Expanding Universe & Ice Giants Reconsidered

Explore the Wonders of the Universe with KALAM ASTRO 🚀

Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we hear from YOU about last week's meteor shower, uncover Earth's ancient secrets, and explore mind-bending "what if" scenarios!

In This Episode:

☄️ Your Orionids Stories - We recap last week's spectacular Orionids meteor shower over UAE skies! Hear from listeners who witnessed this celestial show and share their stargazing experiences.

🌍 Ancient Earth Hidden Within - Groundbreaking discovery! Scientists have found the first evidence of a 4.5-billion-year-old "proto-Earth" buried deep within our planet. What does this primordial remnant tell us about Earth's violent formation?

👽 First Contact: Are We Ready? - What happens if we finally discover extraterrestrial life? We discuss the scientific, social, philosophical, and psychological impacts this world-changing discovery would have on humanity.

🌙🌙🌙 What If Earth Had Multiple Moons? - Imagine looking up and seeing two, three, or more moons in our sky! How would multiple lunar companions affect our tides, climate, nights, and even evolution? We explore this fascinating hypothetical scenario.

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Proto-Earth Discovery, Alien Life & Multiple Moons: What If Scenarios

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Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we celebrate UAE's space milestone, debate radical climate solutions, and discover the latest findings from Mars and Saturn's mysterious moon!

In This Episode:

🇦🇪 25 Years Among the Stars - A special celebration! The UAE marks a quarter-century since the momentous launch of its first satellite. Reflect on this historic achievement and how it paved the way for the nation's ambitious space program today.

☀️ Should We Dim the Sun? - Could blocking sunlight be the answer to climate change? We explore the controversial concept of solar geoengineering—its potential benefits and the serious risks it poses to global weather patterns.

🌋 Mars' Hidden Ice Treasure - Explosive new discovery! Ancient volcanic eruptions on Mars may have left massive ice deposits buried at the Red Planet's equator. What does this mean for future human missions?

🪐 Titan Gets Weirder - New findings from Saturn's largest moon reveal that Titan's chemistry is even more bizarre than scientists imagined. Discover what makes this alien world one of the solar system's most intriguing destinations.

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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UAE's 25-Year Space Journey, Dimming the Sun & Titan's Weird Chemistry

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Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we celebrate Halloween with a spooky solar surprise, meet a young space hero, and prepare for the biggest supermoon of the year!


In This Episode:


🎃 The Sun's Halloween Surprise - NASA captures a spine-tingling image of a glowing "face" on the Sun just in time for Halloween! Discover the science behind this eerie solar phenomenon and what creates these cosmic coincidences.


🌟 12-Year-Old Asteroid Hunter Makes History - Incredible news! A 12-year-old student has discovered TWO possible new asteroids that will be shared with the scientific community. Meet the next generation of space explorers!


💧 Water on the Moon's Dark Side? - Scientists are on the hunt for water on the far side of the Moon. Why is this discovery so crucial for future lunar bases and deep space exploration?


🌕 Don't Miss the Super Supermoon! - Mark your calendars! The year's LARGEST supermoon will grace UAE skies next week on November 5th. We'll give you all the details for the best viewing experience of this spectacular lunar event.


Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Spooky Sun Faces, Teen Asteroid Hunter & November's Super Supermoon

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Join us on an incredible cosmic journey as we gaze at November's full moon, explore hellish alien worlds, confront Earth's climate reality, and celebrate international space achievements!

In This Episode:

🌕 Beaver Moon Over UAE - November's spectacular full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, illuminates UAE skies on November 5th. Learn about the cultural significance of this lunar event and the best times to observe it.

🔥 JWST Creates First 3D Exoplanet Map - Revolutionary discovery! The James Webb Space Telescope has produced the first-ever 3D map of an exoplanet—and it's so scorching hot, it literally tears water molecules apart. Witness the cutting edge of astronomical mapping technology.

🌍 Earth on the Brink? - Sobering discussion: 2024 is likely Earth's hottest year in 125,000 years. What does this mean for our planet's future? Are we approaching critical climate tipping points? We examine the latest data and what it means for humanity.

🚀 Japan's Space Station Success - Exciting update! Japan's first HTV-X cargo craft has successfully arrived at the International Space Station, marking a new era in Japanese space logistics and international collaboration.

Whether you're a space enthusiast or just curious about the universe above us, this episode has something for everyone!
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Beaver Moon, Hell Planets & Earth's Climate Crisis: November Space Report

Alya Al Nuaimi invites you to embark on an intergalactic adventure through the cosmos with Kalam Astro. Stay up to date with the latest global and local astronomy news, including interviews with industry experts, and discover the secrets of the universe with mind-bending theories. Want some helpful tips on stargazing? Alya has got you covered.

Design Matters by Debbie Millman features interviews with designers, artists and cultural leaders, including Lawrence Weiner, Barbara Kruger, Malcolm Gladwell, Eric Kandel, Stefan Sagmeister, John Maeda, Jonathan Hoefler and Tobias Frere-Jones, Michael Arad, Milton Glaser, Massimo Vignelli, Paula Scher, Steven Heller, Jonah Lehrer, among others.

In 2011, Design Matters received the People’s Design Award from the prestigious Cooper-Hewitt National Design Awards.

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