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Neil deGrasse Tyson & Andy Weir Explain The Alien In Project Hail Mary
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May 25, 2026
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6:05Now PlayingIn this conversation, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and guest Andy Weir discuss the fascinating alien creature “Rocky” from Andy Weir’s story, focusing on how the creature uses echolocation to perceive the world in full 3D at all times. The discussion explores alien cognition, object permanence, bat echolocation, and even the possibility of perceiving entirely new colors through unique sensory systems.
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