#startalk soundbite

Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with Dr. Temple Grandin to get a better understanding of how her autism has given her a unique perspective on the world. Together, the two explore both how her visual mind works and the challenges she and others with autism have faced. If you enjoyed this SoundBite and want to learn more about autism, be sure to check out the full episode here: http://soundcloud.com/startalk/autism-and-animal-science-with-dr-temple-grandin

Just how real is the Science in Science Fiction? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Leighann Lord break down the facts behind Han Solo's famous sub 12 parsec Kessle Run, and take on what Neil believed to be the most inconceivable technology in Star Trek. If you enjoyed this SoundBite or have more questions about Star Trek, be sure to check out the full episode here: http://soundcloud.com/startalk/cosmic-queries-star-trek

Are wings the next step in human evolution? StarTalk Live! host Neil deGrasse Tyson teams up with guests Richard Dawkins and Bill Nye to help Eugene Mirman (and Jim Gaffigan and Maeve Higgins) understand why we don't have wings – and why it wouldn't help his love life even if he did! If you enjoyed this track and want to learn more about evolution, be sure to check out the full episode here: http://soundcloud.com/startalk/startalk-live-evolution-with-richard-dawkins-part-1