StarTalk Podcast: Cosmic Queries – Algorithms and Data, with Neil deGrasse Tyson & Hannah Fry

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Chapters & Sections (79)

0:03 Introduction and Cosmic Queries chapter 2
0:03 Welcome to Cosmic Queries and Introducing the Guest
1:07 Discussion on Algorithms and Data
4:20 The History and Evolution of Data Analysis chapter 6
4:20 Comparing Past and Present Data Analysis Techniques
4:51 The Impact of Increased Data Volume on Analysis
5:23 Inferences Drawn from Consumer Data
5:55 An Example of Home Cooking Indicators
6:29 The Role of Fresh Fennel in Identifying Home Cooks
7:31 Computing Ability and Data Analysis
8:04 The Evolution of Information Access chapter 5
8:04 Comparing the Internet to a Library
8:36 Data Handling and Processing
9:09 Challenges in Data Quality
9:41 Data Reduction and Presentation
10:12 Personal Projects and Radio Show
11:46 The Importance of Defining Size and Dinosaur chapter
11:46 Algorithms and Data for Predictive Modeling chapter 2
11:46 The Complexity of Defining Size and Dinosaur
13:20 Predicting Lightning Strikes with Atmospheric Data
14:53 Algorithms and Prediction chapter 3
14:53 Defining Algorithms in Everyday Life
15:24 Lightning and Electrical Discharge
15:56 Predicting Outcomes vs. Understanding Probabilities
16:27 Uncertainty and Thresholds chapter 1
16:27 Thresholds and Home Insurance
18:02 Mathematical Problem Solving and Ocean Currents chapter 2
18:02 Comparing Problem Solving Approaches and Ocean Currents
18:36 Subtracting Dimensions to Solve Problems
20:09 Break and Introduction to Guest Professor Hanna Frey chapter 1
20:09 P versus NP Problem and its Impact on Understanding the Universe
22:13 The Difficulty of Solving Complex Problems chapter 4
22:13 The Impact of Quick Solutions on Computational Time
22:45 Workarounds for Difficult Problems
23:16 The Four Color Map Problem and Its Solution
24:50 An Analogy to the Difficulty of Solving Complex Problems
25:58 Filtering Light Profiles for Galaxy Detection chapter 1
25:58 Using Light Profiles to Identify Galaxies
26:29 Potential Shortcuts in Problem-Solving chapter 2
26:29 Grunt-Through Solution vs. Clever Trick
28:32 Potential Applications of Protein Folding
29:03 The Importance of Simplicity in Theory chapter 5
29:03 The Quest for a Funny Joke Formula
29:33 Quantum Computing and the Romance of Discovery
30:06 The Power of Simple Equations
30:38 Avoiding the Trap of Complexity
31:08 The Platonic Solids and Kepler's Work
33:14 Introduction to Algorithm Discussion chapter 3
33:14 What is an Algorithm?
34:16 Algorithm Definition and Examples
34:52 Computer Programs as Algorithms
37:50 Understanding Greenwich Mean Time and Algorithm chapter 3
37:50 Greenwich Mean Time vs. Average Mean
38:51 Algorithm Definition and Distinction from Artificial Intelligence
39:22 Smart Light Bulb Example for Algorithm and Artificial Intelligence
41:31 Evolutionary Patterns in Human Relationships and Online Behavior chapter 4
41:31 Applicability of Hunter-Gatherer Patterns to Online Dating
42:03 Foraging for Lovers and Primitive Programming
42:36 Mathematical View of Online Dating and the 'Mat of Love'
43:39 Interesting Findings on Attention in Online Dating
44:42 Game Theory and Human Behavior chapter 5
44:42 Inconsistent Ratings and Evolutionary Guidance
45:12 Algorithmic Patterns in Human Behavior
45:42 Exploring Evolutionary Guidance for Algorithms
46:13 Ancient History and Instinctive Behavior
46:44 Wrapping Up and a Future Show
48:31 Predictive Analytics and Algorithmic Profiling chapter 3
48:31 Predictive Analytics and Pre-Crime
49:04 Algorithmic Profiling and Thought Prediction
50:07 Challenges in Implementing Predictive Policing
51:40 Analysis of Police Arrests and AI Predictions chapter 5
51:40 RAND Corporation Analysis of Police Arrests
52:11 Ivory Tower Approach to Predicting Crime
52:42 Limitations of AI in Real-World Scenarios
53:14 Max Out Nick's Project on Predicting Human Behavior
54:14 Failure of AI to Predict Human Outcomes
54:45 Regression and Data Analysis chapter 2
54:45 Fitting a Line Through Data
55:16 Math and Social Cultural Existence

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