Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy

In summary, the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" is a character created by the University of Nottingham's YouTube channel, portrayed by Brady Haran. The purpose of the videos featuring this character is to provide a platform for viewers to ask questions about physics and astronomy, which are then answered by experts in the field. The questions are chosen from the comments section or submitted through the channel's website, and the experts featured in the videos are real scientists. Anyone can submit their own question, but there is no guarantee of it being featured in a video.
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I love the Sixty Symbols you tube videos. But I'm curious, does anyone know who the whiny-voiced guy who sometimes asks off-screen questions is? Thanks.
 
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Whiny MacWhinyface?
 
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Brady Haran.

Such good videos. Dr. Poliakoff from Periodic Table of Videos has the best hair ever.
 
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1. Who is the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy"?

The "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" is a character played by Professor Phil Moriarty, a physicist at the University of Nottingham. He is known for his appearances in the popular YouTube channel Sixty Symbols, where he asks questions and participates in discussions about various scientific topics.

2. Is the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" a real scientist?

Yes, the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" is played by a real scientist, Professor Phil Moriarty. He has a PhD in physics and is an expert in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology.

3. How did the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" become involved in the channel?

The "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" was created as a character for the YouTube channel by Brady Haran, the creator and producer of Sixty Symbols. Professor Phil Moriarty was approached by Brady Haran to play the character due to his background in physics and his entertaining personality.

4. What is the purpose of the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" in the videos?

The "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" serves as a comedic and curious character who asks questions and helps facilitate discussions about various scientific concepts. He adds an element of entertainment to the videos while also providing a different perspective on the topics being discussed.

5. Does the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" have a role outside of the YouTube channel?

No, the "Sixty Symbols YouTube question guy" is only a character created for the Sixty Symbols YouTube channel and does not have a role outside of it. However, Professor Phil Moriarty does continue to teach and conduct research at the University of Nottingham.

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