New Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey 2014 TV Series

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The new Cosmos series, "A Spacetime Odyssey," hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, is set to premiere soon, with the original series being re-broadcast in a marathon beforehand. Viewers are excited about the updated CGI and educational content, although some express concerns about the show's depth and accuracy compared to the original. The series aims to introduce basic scientific concepts to a broad audience, including children and those unfamiliar with science. It will be available on multiple networks, including Fox and National Geographic, and is expected to reach a global audience. Overall, the series is anticipated to inspire curiosity about science, despite mixed initial reactions.
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Ultimately, we will be able to judge the quality and impact of the show in a somewhat more objective fashion, by the volume and quality of questions asked on PF beginning with: "In his Cosmos series, NDGT said...".
 
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Just stumbled upon this interview with Neil deGrasse Tyson on the new Cosmos series (I'm about to watch it):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da3G2ezt9R0
EDIT: I enjoyed it :smile:.
 
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Algr said:
And a pity about the music - it's very generic TV cinema stuff. The original soundtrack was so striking.

I agree. The original soundtrack included "Heaven And Hell - Part 1" by Vangelis. I remember seeing a tv interview with Sagan back in the 80's where he talks about the reason behind the selection. There was a physics reason but I cannot remember what it was. I've been googling but cannot find a reference. Of course the original soundtrack is beautiful and fits the theme very well, but I wish I could remember or find a reference to Sagan's physics reason for selecting it. I'll report back if I find it.

I enjoyed the first episode of the new series. I'm glad they brought back the calendar scale of the time span between the big bang and present. I hope they bring back some of my other favorite segments from the original series.
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
How was the second show tonight?

Absolutely outstanding. Without ever mentioned the word "creationism" he utterly demolished it.

The show was basically all about evolution. Really terrific.
 
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phinds said:
Absolutely outstanding. Without ever mentioned the word "creationism" he utterly demolished it.

The show was basically all about evolution. Really terrific.

Great! Waiting for amazon to get the episode up! :)
 
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phinds said:
Absolutely outstanding. Without ever mentioned the word "creationism" he utterly demolished it.

The show was basically all about evolution. Really terrific.

Agreed. Great episode!
 
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is it on tonight? what time and channel?
 
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Physics_UG said:
is it on tonight? what time and channel?

It's on Sunday nights
 
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Physics_UG said:
is it on tonight? what time and channel?
It's on Fox on Sunday night and on National Geographic on Monday nights. It's on tonight on Nat Geo at 9PM CST.

You can also watch all episodes online at http://www.fox.com/watch/183733315515
 
  • #71
I will be watching this tonight. Thanks.
 
  • #72
News indicates the Nat Geo broadcasts include additional behind-the-scenes and bonus footage. Going to check tonight to see what that's all about. :)
 
  • #73
I enjoyed the second show with 8. & 10 year old kids. Any show that inspires people, yes even young ones, to discuss science, is fantastic.
 
  • #74
I've just seen the second episode, and I think it was excellent, I really enjoyed it! It's a about life; evolution, artificial/natural selection, the eye as an example, life on Earth, thoughts about extraterrestrial life and the question of abiogenesis. If the rest of the episodes continue in this way, I will not be disappointed. It's an inspiring celebration of science for a time (ours) when it's probably much needed.
 
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The 2nd episode was fantastic. NDTyson did a great job of explaining the process of selection, how it can improve the reproductive success of one type or organism and drastically alter it in the process. Plus! provided examples that people relate to in everyday terms.
Plus ending the episode with that direct quote from Sagan was just pure class.
 
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DennisN said:
Just stumbled upon this interview with Neil deGrasse Tyson on the new Cosmos series (I'm about to watch it):

The previous clip I posted with with Neil deGrasse Tyson was apparently only a part of a longer interview. Here's the full interview (about an hour long):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRgh_LGugS8
 
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I really like NDT's speaking style, but sometimes the audio of the show is hard to hear because his voice is low and kind of muffled.
 
  • #79
Wow. By far this episode is the best one. It had lots of information and it was the first time I actually learned something new in the series. Also, they didn't exaggerate on the special effects. What did you guys think?

cb
 
  • #80
The music could've been better. I simply liked everything else.
 
  • #81
I may use that as a future negotiation tool, "if you can't pay me in cash, I will reluctantly accept payment in the form of fish-history books."
 
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Episode 3 is awesome, just finished watching it. Best episode so far.

Unfortunately 'Cosmos' doesn't seem to be sitting well with creationists and religious groups.

Creationists Demand Airtime On Neil deGrasse Tyson's 'Cosmos'

Appearing on "The Janet Mefferd Show" on Thursday, Danny Faulkner of Answers In Genesis voiced his complaints about "Cosmos" and how the 13-episode series has described scientific theories, such as evolution, but has failed to shed light on dissenting creationist viewpoints.

Tyson recently addressed providing balance when it comes to discussing science. In an interview with CNN, the astronomer criticized the media for giving "equal time" to those who oppose widely accepted scientific theories.

"I think the media has to sort of come out of this ethos that I think was in principle a good one, but doesn't really apply in science. The ethos was, whatever story you give, you have to give the opposing view, and then you can be viewed as balanced," Tyson said, adding, "you don't talk about the spherical Earth with NASA and then say let's give equal time to the flat-earthers."
Go Neal.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/...ime-cosmos-neil-degrasse-tyson_n_5009234.html
 
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Evo said:
Episode 3 is awesome, just finished watching it. Best episode so far.

Evo, are you sure you are not talking about the 2nd episode ... the one pretty much completely about evolution?

I thought that was TERRIFIC, but I was not especially impressed with the 3rd episode.
 
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Evo said:
Go Neal.

Indeed ! I've heard him make this point a couple of times in various talks. Too bad the media seems to REQUIRE stupidly to seem "balanced".
 
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phinds said:
Evo, are you sure you are not talking about the 2nd episode ... the one pretty much completely about evolution?

I thought that was TERRIFIC, but I was not especially impressed with the 3rd episode.
The third episode was about Newton, Halley, etc... The article addresses evolution, but the third episode was excellent in talking about misguided beliefs, IMO, and I feel the article expresses my concerns that many children might be prevented from watching this series.
 
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Evo said:
Unfortunately 'Cosmos' doesn't seem to be sitting well with creationists and religious groups.
I'm sadly not the least surprised. But I hope the series will have a good impact. IMHO, if "creationist groups" are becoming annoyed, the Neil is doing a good job, and a needed job.

Evo said:
Go Neal.
Yes, go Neal.

Regarding evolution, well :smile::
ve-evolution-you-should-publish-your-evidence-have-it-peer-reviewed-and-collect-your-nobel-prize.jpg
 
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DennisN said:
I'm sadly not the least surprised. But I hope the series will have a good impact. IMHO, if "creationist groups" are becoming annoyed, the Neil is doing a good job, and a needed job.

Indeed. You are known by your enemies.
 
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Just finished watching the newest episode.
I knew that NDT would be the best choice for hosting the show but each episode he's managing to reach new heights on just how brilliantly he's able to draw me in and evoke such a powerful emotional response to what I'm seeing.
Absolutely brilliant homage he paid to Sagan at the end of the episode. I'm loving every second of this show.
 
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Routaran said:
Just finished watching the newest episode.
I knew that NDT would be the best choice for hosting the show but each episode he's managing to reach new heights on just how brilliantly he's able to draw me in and evoke such a powerful emotional response to what I'm seeing.
Absolutely brilliant homage he paid to Sagan at the end of the episode. I'm loving every second of this show.
This is so much more than what I expected. It's not a re-hash of the old Cosmos, they are telling stories of great moments in the history of science. I'm loving this! I wish they had explained this in the beginning, I think more people with a background in science would watch just for the stories and enjoy it.
 
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Evo said:
This is so much more than what I expected. It's not a re-hash of the old Cosmos, they are telling stories of great moments in the history of science. I'm loving this! I wish they had explained this in the beginning, I think more people with a background in science would watch just for the stories and enjoy it.

Plus!

The choice to have Patrick Stewart be the voice for William Herschel, I jumped up and screamed Captain Picard lol
It was brilliant

I have to agree, even if you are familiar with the concepts put forth, there's still plenty of stuff to learn about and enjoy.
 

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