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Episode · StarTalk Radio · 2022-11-08

Books mentioned on Cosmic Queries – Surviving the Laws of Physics with Steve-O

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How fast is a porta-potty slingshot? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and professional stuntman and comedian, Steve-O, break down the science of Jackass, explosions, and what it takes to survive the laws of physics.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

  1. Hard Kick in the Nuts

    Stephen "Steve-O" Glover, David Peisner · at 0:54 · mentioned 4 times

    Hard Kick in the Nuts by Stephen Steve-O Glover and David Peisner is a memoir detailing the comedian and stunt performer's lifetime of wild experiences and poor choices.

    Discussed
    “You've got a new book out; let me get the title of this book because it's right here. It is A Hard Kick in the Nuts: What I've Learned from a Lifetime of Terrible Decisions.”
    Speaker Cosmic Queries – Surviving the Laws of Physics with Steve-O 2022-11-08 Listen at 0:54
    Where to get it
    Amazon Audible

  2. Professional idiot

    Stephen "Steve-O" Glover · at 48:12

    Professional Idiot is a memoir by Stephen Steve-O Glover that chronicles his turbulent journey through childhood trauma, severe addiction, and his eventual path to recovery.

    Discussed
    “What was the first one? It's called 'Professional Idiot: A Memoir.'”
    Speaker Cosmic Queries – Surviving the Laws of Physics with Steve-O 2022-11-08 Listen at 48:12
    Where to get it
    Amazon Audible