Episode Overview: Neil deGrasse Tyson on Science, Religion and the Universe

A thought-provoking conversation between Bill Moyers and renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson exploring the intersection of science, faith, and our cosmic understanding.

Key Discussion Points:

- Dark matter and dark energy mysteries

- The concept of multiple universes

- The distinction between science reality and science fiction

- The relationship between science and religion

- The "God of the gaps" phenomenon

- Scientific literacy and its importance

Notable Quotes:

- "The universe is not only stranger than we have imagined, it's perhaps stranger than we can imagine." (Referenced by Tyson)

- "If God is the mystery of the universe, these mysteries, which we're tackling these mysteries one by one..."

Production Details:

- Host: Bill Moyers

- Guest: Neil deGrasse Tyson

- Series: Moyers & Company

- Format: In-depth interview

Context:

The episode coincides with Tyson's role as director of the Hayden Planetarium and narrator of "Dark Universe," alongside his upcoming hosting of the remake of the classic PBS series "Cosmos" on National Geographic Channel and FOX TV.

Sponsored By:

- Anne Gumowitz

- Carnegie Corporation of New York

- The Ford Foundation

- The Herb Alpert Foundation

- The John D. And Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

- Park Foundation

- The Kohlberg Foundation

- Mutual of America

This engaging discussion offers viewers a fascinating exploration of cosmic mysteries while examining the complex relationship between scientific discovery and religious belief.