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The Value of Unexpected Results

2026-01-08 Science & Technology
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What is the goal of an experiment? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice break down the scientific process and why unexpected results are what make science so fascinating. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Unexpected results 00:21 - The Scientific Process 02:30 - Designing an Experiment: Michelson–Morley 06:11 - Upending Expectations: Accelerating Universe & Number of Galaxies 10:55 - Closing 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: https://www.patreon.com/startalkradio FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to StarTalk: Twitter: http://twitter.com/startalkradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/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

Top Comments (10)

@StarTalk 2026-01-08

Have you ever had something go wrong in an experiment, or in life, that actually taught you something unexpected? 💡

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@BookBug59 2026-01-08

You know the day is gonna be great when Neil and Chuck pop up on your fyp!

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@jemdreamz 2026-01-08

The dinner I made today had unexpected results.

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@savetheplantet5799 2026-01-08

I need one of these a day , like a multi vitamin 😊

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@thesoccerarena680 2026-01-09

Thanks Dr. Neil. Thanks Lord Nice for the "Just smart enough" special

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@chumdrumbedrum2852 2026-04-19

7:30 I can’t believe I got jump scared by that. 😅

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@Lets_kruse 2026-01-08

Thank you for all your shows! I find your topics so fascinating and you are by far my favorite astrophysicist.

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@RobertNicholls-i9k 2026-01-08

So here is a great excuse for being late for a date-"Sorry I'm late. I was measuring the speed of light. There was no variation. So I had to redo it and check the results."

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@laurawilt201 2026-02-02

As a grant writing instructor, thank you for this amazing episode!! I'm adding this episode to my slides in the approach section, where I emphasize why expected outcomes and alternative approaches are critical in a grant proposal.

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@jackieyusufm 2026-01-08

Greatful for your enthusiasm to share these cool science facts

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