The Pleasure of Finding Things Out — with Richard Feynman

What does it actually mean that the universe makes no sense — and yet keeps revealing deeper patterns the more you look? Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman to explore why human intuition about space and time is completely wrong, what special relativity actually feels like for a traveler moving at 99% the speed of light, and the real philosophical cost of leaving everyone behind. From the muon experiment that proved time dilation is real, to the staggering energy required to even attempt interstellar travel, Neil and Feynman go deeper than equations — they go straight to what it means to be a small creature in an enormous, indifferent, and yet strangely beautiful universe. We unpack why your gut feeling about distance in space is not just wrong — it is spectacularly wrong. Feynman poses a thought experiment directly to Neil that will change how you think about clocks, motion, and the passage of time forever. And at the end, one final question that has no answer — except a human one. Keep Looking Up! Thanks to our Patrons: [Your Patreon supporters list here] Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: The Universe Owes You Nothing 03:15 - Why Your Intuition About Space Is Wrong 08:40 - What Special Relativity Actually Means 14:22 - The Muon Experiment: Proof Time Dilation Is Real 19:55 - Feynman's Thought Experiment for Neil 26:30 - Traveling at 99% the Speed of Light 33:10 - The Real Energy Problem of Interstellar Travel 39:45 - What It Means to Leave Everyone Behind 47:20 - The Philosophical Cost of the Cosmos 52:00 - Feynman's Final Unanswerable Question Check out our second channel, @StarTalkPlus Get the NEW StarTalk book, 'To Infinity and Beyond: A Journey of Cosmic Discovery' on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PL0NFn Support us on Patreon: ⭕ / startalkradio FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to StarTalk: Twitter: 🐦 / startalkradio Facebook: 👤 / startalk Instagram: 📷 / startalk About StarTalk: Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe. Keep Looking Up! #StarTalk #NeildeGrasseTyson #Feynman #Physics #SpecialRelativity #TimeDilation #SpaceTime #QuantumPhysics #Science #Astrophysics #Universe #Einstein #SpeedOfLight #Cosmos #SciencePodcast #SpaceScience #TheoryOfRelativity #Feynman #PhysicsExplained #MindBlowing #NeilTyson #StarTalkPodcast #Relativity #InterstellarTravel #TimeTravelScience #CosmicPerspective ⚠️ DISCLAIMER⚠️ Physics with Feynman is an independent educational channel inspired by the curiosity and teaching style of physicist Richard Feynman. This channel is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to Richard Feynman, his estate, Caltech, or any related institution. 🔬 Some videos may include AI-generated narration, visuals, or explanations to present scientific ideas in a clear and engaging way. 🤖 Any voice or character used is a creative representation and not the real voice or appearance of any historical figure. While we aim for accuracy, AI-generated content may not always be 100% perfect, and minor errors or simplifications may occur. ⚠️ All topics discussed are based on established scientific principles and historical research. This content is intended for educational and informational purposes. 📚 This channel follows YouTube’s Community Guidelines and respects copyright laws, including fair use for education, commentary, and research. ✔️