# StarTalk

> StarTalk is a podcast network dedicated to science and astrophysics, hosted by renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. The StarTalk website is the primary home for the network's podcast content, featuring episode pages, full transcripts, host and co-host information, books, live events, and more.

## Active Shows

- [StarTalk Radio](https://startalkmedia.com/category/startalk-radio/): The flagship long-running podcast hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, covering astrophysics, science, culture, and interviews with scientists, celebrities, and public figures.
- [StarTalk Sports Edition](https://startalkmedia.com/category/startalk-sports-edition/): A recurring special edition exploring the science behind sports and athletics.
- [StarTalk Special Edition](https://startalkmedia.com/category/startalk-special-edition/): A recurring special edition covering focused science topics in depth.

## Archived Shows

- [Playing With Science](https://startalkmedia.com/category/playing-with-science/): A dormant show exploring the intersection of science and sports. Full episode archive available. Transcripts not available for this show.
- [StarTalk All-Stars](https://startalkmedia.com/category/startalk-all-stars/): A dormant show featuring guest scientist hosts. Full episode archive available. Transcripts not available for this show.

## Episode Pages

Individual episode pages follow the pattern: `https://startalkmedia.com/show/[episode-slug]/`

Example: [How Did Life Begin? with Betül Kaçar](https://startalkmedia.com/show/how-did-life-begin-with-betul-kacar/)

Each episode page includes show notes, guest information, and where available, a full transcript. Transcripts are available for most StarTalk Radio, StarTalk Sports Edition, and StarTalk Special Edition episodes. Some newer episodes have not yet been updated with transcripts but will be in time.

## Hosts & Co-Hosts

- [Hosts & Co-Hosts Index](https://startalkmedia.com/hosts-and-co-hosts/): Full index of all StarTalk hosts and co-hosts.
- [Neil deGrasse Tyson](https://startalkmedia.com/bio/neil-degrasse-tyson/): Astrophysicist, author, and host of StarTalk.

Individual bio pages follow the pattern: `https://startalkmedia.com/bio/[name-hyphenated-lowercase]/`

## Site Sections

- [About StarTalk](https://startalkmedia.com/about-us/): Information about the StarTalk network and Neil deGrasse Tyson.
- [Books](https://startalkmedia.com/books/): Books authored or co-authored by Neil deGrasse Tyson and StarTalk contributors.
- [Live Events](https://startalkmedia.com/startalk-live/): Information about StarTalk live shows and events.
- [Newsletter](https://startalkmedia.com/newsletter/): StarTalk email newsletter signup.
- [Social Media & Community](https://startalkmedia.com/explore-the-startalk-radio-universe/): Links to StarTalk's social media channels and community platforms.

## Podcast Feed

- RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/4T39_jAj

## YouTube Channels

- [StarTalk on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/StarTalk): Primary YouTube channel featuring video versions of podcast episodes and additional content.
- [StarTalk Plus on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@StarTalkPlus): Additional YouTube channel with extended and bonus content.