Guest Picks: Neil deGrasse Tyson

The Leonard Lopate Show | Mar 5, 2012

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson was on the Lopate Show to discuss the future of American space travel, now that NASA's space shuttle program has ended. He also told us that he's a fan of Broadway musicals. Find out what else Neil's been reading and listening to.

What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play film, etc…) that moved or surprised you?

          Hannah (film)


What are you listening to right now?

          Classic Rock (1960s through 1980s)


What’s the last great book you read?

          Cosmotheoros -- Christian Huygens (1798)


What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect?

          Broadway Musicals


What's your favorite comfort food?

          Peperoni Pizza

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