Neil deGrasse Tyson Discusses Parenting with his Mom

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  • čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
  • Neil DeGrasse Tyson sits down with his mother, Sunchita “Toni” Feliciano Tyson, to discuss parenting advice, religious differences, and how to let your child lead themselves down a successful path.
    They discuss Neil’s early pushback to catholicism and when he started believing in science. Learn what the Tyson household was like, how Neil got his argumentative spirit, and his early origins at the Hayden Planetarium. Toni explores the challenges of parenting in this day and age with cell phones and online bullying. Plus, find out which of Neil's achievements she is most proud of.
    From a special Mother's Day discussion between Neil and his Mom. Watch the full podcast: • Neil deGrasse Tyson Ce...
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    0:00 - The State of Race Today
    0:25 - Religion
    1:01 - Rational Discussion & Fostering Curiosity
    3:08 - How Neil's Mom Aided his Academic Life
    4:16 - Toni's Parenting Wisdom
    6:28 - What Toni is Most Proud of

Komentáře • 199

  • @StarTalkPlus
    @StarTalkPlus  Před 3 měsíci +28

    Clipped from a longer discussion between Neil and his mom. Come check it out!
    czcams.com/video/T3KkTIAlYZs/video.htmlsi=9YQ-ef-wJuWOyS0W

  • @joeblow2426
    @joeblow2426 Před 3 měsíci +105

    Mom is great! Super sharp for 91.
    “Say what you mean, mean what you say” is sage advice, particularly in this day and age. The world needs more people like your parents.

  • @pmtazekiel
    @pmtazekiel Před 3 měsíci +94

    This is a real parent... Putting their child and their life first before anything that the parent might personally want... Children need discipline, sure, but more than that, they need freedom to be who they want to be

    • @btn237
      @btn237 Před 3 měsíci +7

      It’s a nice sentiment, but actual parenting might not be as simplistic.
      There’s something to be said for being a role model to your child and demonstrating the behaviour you want them to emulate. If you don’t happen to have what you want, or once you’ve become a parent something changes in your life to make you unhappy, keeping yourself stuck in that situation isn’t necessarily a positive thing to do for yourself or your kid.
      It’s also not zero sum - being a parent doesn’t necessarily mean you have to put your kid’s wishes ‘in front’ of yours. There can be room for both.

    • @mjcruiser4238
      @mjcruiser4238 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Luv Neil’s Mom - you can understand his personality from seeing her -she even gave his show a plug!

    • @MzeeMoja1
      @MzeeMoja1 Před 2 měsíci

      “This is a real parent” wtf

  • @annecarter5181
    @annecarter5181 Před 3 měsíci +60

    What a treat to “meet” Dr. T’s mom!!! Now I know where his character & humor come from!!!
    Bless you, Mom!!

  • @rohitdeb6664
    @rohitdeb6664 Před 3 měsíci +43

    You know what? Momma Tyson is exactly what I would've imagined her to be like: no-nonsense and nurturing, present and non-suffocating, and evidently a smart and strong person! Much love and respect!

  • @deweesegilyard2998
    @deweesegilyard2998 Před 3 měsíci +34

    Wisdom is ageless. It was nice to meet your mom. Thank you.

  • @mattgraham5992
    @mattgraham5992 Před 3 měsíci +8

    As a retired teacher I must say to Mrs Tyson, excellent reasoning and parenting. I was impressed by her not over praising, her attention to communication and her helping him understanding his choices instead of dictating rules.

  • @dorothywelsh100
    @dorothywelsh100 Před 3 měsíci +26

    WOW, after working 10 hours in the Healthcare. I just wanted to relax without hearing about the wars, economic issues and the disappointment of life to hear your mother's wisdom. Thank you!🎉

  • @VictorPanainte
    @VictorPanainte Před 3 měsíci +15

    You are lucky to have such parents that allow their children to discover

  • @ryvyr
    @ryvyr Před 3 měsíci +5

    "You leave that table loving eachother"
    This hits so hard

  • @KReneeNYC
    @KReneeNYC Před 3 měsíci +6

    She’s a treasure, so beautiful and her strength shines thru ❤

  • @arshaddurrani3885
    @arshaddurrani3885 Před 3 měsíci +9

    A treat to watch son-mom talk.

  • @crystalali4106
    @crystalali4106 Před 3 měsíci +8

    I love how Neil melts when he looks at his mother. What a sweet sweet son you are. Beautiful relationship.

    • @Topple362
      @Topple362 Před 3 měsíci +2

      But the reason he melts is BECAUSE of the mother she was to him that love is mutual their is no bitter feelings

  • @curtislaster2160
    @curtislaster2160 Před 3 měsíci +6

    I see where he gets his patience, intellect, and calmness from. A true gift from God.

  • @blazethealaskanmalamute4633
    @blazethealaskanmalamute4633 Před 3 měsíci +11

    When mom said dad would’ve liked that very much, I shed a tear & I swear Neil did too right as the show ended❤

  • @TotalTennisGeek
    @TotalTennisGeek Před 3 měsíci +4

    She definitely keeps him grounded. I liked that she firmly but lovingly corrected his recollection of certain details from his past. For example, he did receive praise; it just wasn't constant praise. His mother seems like a BRILLIANT being.

  • @williamhardes8081
    @williamhardes8081 Před 3 měsíci +3

    a meal with family is more than just a meal. sounds like a very respectful and positive way to raise a family. well done Ma'am. 🙂thank you for an educator, a man of science and a role model for many.

  • @WillPhil290
    @WillPhil290 Před 3 měsíci +6

    I love how it ended with a throwback to how things were in the home... He's doing an amazing thing and she's like oh that's nice... Lol. Brilliant

  • @seantlewis376
    @seantlewis376 Před 3 měsíci +3

    This interview is very touching. "Mom" talks about a parenting style that I embraced myself, raising my daughters. They are now in their 30s, and doing well in what they want in life, while we keep a very close relationship.

  • @bestlocalsecrets6650
    @bestlocalsecrets6650 Před 3 měsíci +6

    "Bochinches" is a Puerto Rican word that means "gossips/rumors". And gossip can be described as confusions if you wanna get technical and philosophical about it. Aside from that, I love this clip. Absolutely fascinating and brilliant examples of loving and healthy ways to parent your kids. Thank you mama Tyson for giving these examples. As someone who grew up in a Puerto Rican house hold, I seriously wish these parenting techniques where used, instead of spankings with belts and chancletas. Thank you again. :-)

    • @ntl5983
      @ntl5983 Před 2 měsíci +1

      * Bochinches

  • @xXScissorHandsXx
    @xXScissorHandsXx Před 3 měsíci +6

    The embracing the "Why is that?" With an earnest answer is one of the most geniune things you can do. Even when it is the 20th one this trip, and doesn't make any sense why it could matter, but can see that somehow it does and might help them navigate it for themselves later on.
    Especially enjoyed this one, big ups and kudos for the Mom and Pop, that brought this wonderful translator of the cosmos to us all ❤

  • @BonBonBonni
    @BonBonBonni Před 3 měsíci +8

    Respect, Neil! The world would be a better place if there were more people like you! Greetings from Albania 🇦🇱

  • @aoifedeborha2420
    @aoifedeborha2420 Před 3 měsíci +9

    They have such a beautiful family relationship, especially when compared to the others of those days. Mother has so many years of wisdom, and impeccable morals. Thank you for sharing this ❤😊

  • @siennasista
    @siennasista Před 3 měsíci +2

    Bright and beautiful at 91❤ my 90 year old beautiful grandmother has dementia and it's heartbreaking. I wish I had had more deep conversations with her about everything.

  • @1908elizabeta
    @1908elizabeta Před 3 měsíci +4

    Yes, as mom says, thank you Neil for the books, greetings from Croatia!

  • @lmaraya
    @lmaraya Před 3 měsíci +6

    What a beautiful conversation. It brought tears of joy to my eyes.

  • @uanto
    @uanto Před 3 měsíci +3

    Wow! Didn't know your mom was boricua. That's amazing. I absolutely love this interview.

  • @SheSweetLikSugarNSavage
    @SheSweetLikSugarNSavage Před 3 měsíci +6

    I remember the episode when you originally had her on Startalk ❤ 0:43 She's too funny. Your mother was absolutely adorable. I'm sure she was filled with so much insight, and spiritual wisdom, the best recipes. She tugs at your heart string a little for those of us who's grandmother and wise old aunties have gone forward to the next life. You don't realize how many questions you have to ask them, until you no longer can. My grandmother's energy is always there.... its like a low hymn.... especially on those strange days when the wind blows a certain kinda way. That's when their song gets a little louder.

  • @robertrodriguez8381
    @robertrodriguez8381 Před 3 měsíci +8

    This is lovely! Beautiful relationship you have with your mother.

  • @grapy83
    @grapy83 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Wow, Dr. Tyson! Your mom is 91 and still has such a sharp mind, that's amazing and incredible!
    I'm so curious, what keeps her so mentally active and engaged at her age? I'd love to learn some tips for keeping my own brain sharp as I get older.

    • @yvonneplant9434
      @yvonneplant9434 Před měsícem

      She evidently didn't get stuck in the past like many older adults do.

  • @workingoutwhilebackingthebrave
    @workingoutwhilebackingthebrave Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is absolutely beautiful! Having parents that support you is vital for success! I am grateful for this Family existance. Thank you for giving birth to this precious soul, Mrs. Tyson.♥️

  • @AdrianaVRodriguez06
    @AdrianaVRodriguez06 Před 3 měsíci +3

    😊this video was so amazing. I have the same type of connection with my kids. It’s awesome to have that bond with your kids.

  • @circassianlondoner
    @circassianlondoner Před 3 měsíci +1

    I remember watching the full episode. It was the best one!
    My father is no longer with me. My mum is well and hopefully I won't have to leave a day without her. Appreciate the living parents daily!
    The day the memory of someone is dead is the day the person died.
    May our mothers and fathers be remembered forever!

  • @arkadiptaghosh99
    @arkadiptaghosh99 Před 3 měsíci +2

    So relaxing to watch.

  • @bonaventuratintadore4741

    Magnificent, wonderful mother!
    You can see from whence Neil DeGrasse Tyson’s brilliance originated. His parents believed in opening the doors of opportunity for their kids and allowing them to be creative, letting them explore the world and nurturing their creativity.
    Thank you for this lovely interview. Your family will always have this to cherish!!

  • @carlrenandfayette289
    @carlrenandfayette289 Před 3 měsíci +3

    What a precious & beautiful Mom? You're so lucky Neil. !!!!

  • @jupok2377
    @jupok2377 Před 3 měsíci +3

    😊❤ wonderful video ! Love you & your mother showing that Good parents do figure out how to help children learn & support better things during life. Enjoyed watching this today on my mama's birthday, who was so great, but passed away during my teenage years.

  • @blu_heron
    @blu_heron Před 3 měsíci +8

    Thank you so much for this episode!

  • @one-more-gamer
    @one-more-gamer Před 3 měsíci +3

    Trees of wisdom grow fruits of wisdom. Never truer words where spoken.

  • @OddWomanOut_Pi81
    @OddWomanOut_Pi81 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This just really made me smile on this beautiful Sunday. What a gem, your mom. 😊

  • @Hmmmmmm8618
    @Hmmmmmm8618 Před 3 měsíci

    Your mother is a gift!

  • @rjpittman4510
    @rjpittman4510 Před 3 měsíci

    One of the things I admire most about Colbert that also shows up in Momma Tyson is that they have a respect for science, and understand the benefits of that, and admires her scientist son, promotes what he does, but still has the Catholic faith. Her faith and Colbert's faith are strong enough to make jokes, strong enough to support science, and healthy enough that she is still a Catholic despite all of that. From this interview, it does not sound like Momma Tyson is unaccepting of Neil's different beliefs. That is exactly how it should be. "This is what I am and it is for me. Here is why. You believe what you want to and be your own person, even though one day I hope you find your way to me." Rather than the "You not believing makes me sad and I am going to constantly push you to follow my beliefs." Honestly, just a healthy mother and son relationship

  • @RiverQapir
    @RiverQapir Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks Neil deGrasse Tyson's mom. ❤

  • @Coalacola24
    @Coalacola24 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This was beautiful. Thank you.

  • @johnmichalski3402
    @johnmichalski3402 Před 3 měsíci +1

    That was really great. Loved every moment of it.

  • @jovandisnuke8729
    @jovandisnuke8729 Před 3 měsíci

    This Episode made me a fan when I first seen it about a year ago. Thanks for the recap

  • @shakesrear7850
    @shakesrear7850 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you

  • @jeffjackson2604
    @jeffjackson2604 Před 3 měsíci +1

    awesome wisdom thank you

  • @Dose0ver
    @Dose0ver Před 2 měsíci

    Mom knows.. I'm from the other side of the planet I love end RESPECT Mr Tyson.. ❤✌️💪End I'm honored to be living in the same era with Neil degrasse tyson 🫡✌️🫡

  • @Leffe357
    @Leffe357 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wow, the best of your pods, what a loving and wonderful mom. Give here my best regards.

  • @LightDiodeNeal
    @LightDiodeNeal Před 2 měsíci

    Wow this feels such an honour, great document. Cheers

  • @JillKnapp
    @JillKnapp Před 3 měsíci +1

    Love love love love this clip. I'm going to go devour the longer video this was taken from. More Mom! ❤❤

  • @money-n-thabankproduction5541

    This Was Great To Hear Mother&Son Interview I Think Every Child Should Have The Opportunity To Interview Their Parents Family History Is Very Important

  • @dougwalker4944
    @dougwalker4944 Před 3 měsíci

    too late for me to have this talk with the mommy...you are blessed...

  • @maritesbaetiong9771
    @maritesbaetiong9771 Před měsícem

    Heartwarming...

  • @paco_vazquez
    @paco_vazquez Před 3 měsíci

    So lovely. So inspiring.

  • @unknownhuman00
    @unknownhuman00 Před 2 měsíci

    Your mother is a very powerful woman. many people have no clue how powerful she is as a person.

  • @TheH2OWeb
    @TheH2OWeb Před 3 měsíci

    I enjoyed that (and a lot of other things you do) ! Thank you and your parents !

  • @denisebledsoe8836
    @denisebledsoe8836 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This was beautiful ❤❤

  • @TicketRoot
    @TicketRoot Před 3 měsíci

    This was beautiful Neil! Thank you for sharing, your a lucky man 🙏

  • @Desaved
    @Desaved Před 3 měsíci +3

    Love your mom. You're so lucky to still have her.

    • @ntl5983
      @ntl5983 Před 2 měsíci

      This video is from 2020... I believe she's passed.

  • @69CamaroSS
    @69CamaroSS Před 3 měsíci +1

    Precious

  • @lintimel
    @lintimel Před měsícem

    What an amazing woman and inspiration. Thank you for sharing her with us

  • @cmaill1042
    @cmaill1042 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Awww, 😊 thank you for sharing ❤.

  • @wowzee898
    @wowzee898 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Having undergrad degrees in Black Studies and Psychology with graduate studies in Intercultural Relations; by the way none of which am I any sort of expert. I've always found the family descriptions here as well in the whole series quite fascinating from a diverse intracultural home and life in general. Thanks, Neil every show is a treasure.

  • @MysticBliss
    @MysticBliss Před měsícem

    Beautiful Lady! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your son with us ❤

  • @coloradodayhiker
    @coloradodayhiker Před měsícem

    What a wonderful lady. ❤❤❤

  • @silvershadow013
    @silvershadow013 Před 3 měsíci

    Seems like such an incredible lady! And if I heard correctly and she is 91 she certainly doesn't look nor act it! God bless!

  • @alanw737
    @alanw737 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Your Mom is awesome!

  • @DopeBlackDads
    @DopeBlackDads Před 3 měsíci

    *Tips for all dads*
    Active listening builds emotional bonds; share quality time through activities you both enjoy. Foster open communication, making your child feel heard and valued. Lead by example, embodying the values you wish to instill. Encourage independence, supporting their decision-making and responsibilities. These practices nurture a strong, positive parent-child relationship.

  • @lIlBLANKlIl
    @lIlBLANKlIl Před 2 měsíci

    Love you both n much respect

  • @Sameera.
    @Sameera. Před 3 měsíci

    Love ! from Sri Lanka

  • @jdonehew
    @jdonehew Před 3 měsíci

    Love it! Proud son, proud mother!

  • @vineflower
    @vineflower Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wonderful mom!

  • @deathpacito_8273
    @deathpacito_8273 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I love the outer wilds background music! is it 14.3 Billion Years?

  • @nicesboys1234
    @nicesboys1234 Před 2 měsíci

    very nice moment 😍

  • @bdr420i
    @bdr420i Před 3 měsíci

    Wow ❤❤ this the greatest mom gifted us Dr. Neil 🎉❤🎉 thank you mom

  • @lynetteray2146
    @lynetteray2146 Před měsícem

    I thought YOU were impressive! I was wrong. Your MOM is AMAZING! That's why you are who you are!

  • @joshsimpson6856
    @joshsimpson6856 Před 3 měsíci +2

    When she mentioned people talking to each other by hand held devices even if they are in the same room, it made me think of my ex girlfriend. Sitting next to her and having to comment on her posts on facebook just to have a "conversation" with her. At first everyone reading thought it was cute but I was mad. I said that yes it would be cute if I didn't also know that I am sitting right next to her and she would not acknowledge me unless I messaged her or commented on her post. She responded by texting me. We are not together anymore.
    I had to ban my friend from bringing his cell phone to my apartment when he came to visit. He would come here and sit with his face in his phone and not hear a single word anyone said to him, or contribute to the conversation in any way at all. He would say that he wanted to see a movie so I would get it, and he would not see a single second of it.
    Being on a device has its time and place. If it starts to interfere with your interactions with other human beings in the physical world, then it is borderline rude and disrespectful. During the winter, my mother made us eat supper at the table as a family. No television, or anything else. During the summer we did not have to because we were all home all day, every day.

  • @user-ls4lx3qt3h
    @user-ls4lx3qt3h Před 3 měsíci

    Warmth& love is what people want.😀

  • @taisimone9752
    @taisimone9752 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wholesome

  • @robertgraybeard3750
    @robertgraybeard3750 Před 3 měsíci

    outstanding

  • @Headroomtalking
    @Headroomtalking Před 3 měsíci

    Keep this up 👆 guys

  • @CybergothAesthetics
    @CybergothAesthetics Před 3 měsíci +1

    That was really adorable ❤

  • @BobbbyJoeKlop
    @BobbbyJoeKlop Před 3 měsíci

    Double plus bonus points for the Black Hole Lunchbox cameo in the background.

  • @jeffwatsonmedia
    @jeffwatsonmedia Před 3 měsíci

    your mother is a very interesting person. please do more

  • @Doug7RM
    @Doug7RM Před 3 měsíci +4

    The one person he dares not talk over .

  • @aminkanji5074
    @aminkanji5074 Před 3 měsíci +1

    His mother is so sweet 😂

  • @joffyjazz
    @joffyjazz Před 3 měsíci

    His mom was so great! 🙂

  • @xpndblhero5170
    @xpndblhero5170 Před 3 měsíci

    Let's have a big round of applause for mom everyone.... 👏👏
    😂

  • @tedwashburn
    @tedwashburn Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you Neil. I’ve enjoyed your videos for some time now not knowing you are a scientist, active, practicing and Christian like me.

  • @SM-kt6zq
    @SM-kt6zq Před 3 měsíci

    Amazing. wow.

  • @carl7674
    @carl7674 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Sweet...

  • @victors16811
    @victors16811 Před 3 měsíci

    This is beautiful! What a wonderful woman blessing to her! Now I'm convinced that children are the reflection of their parents

  • @boboli222
    @boboli222 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Oh to have a mom that was so cogent. My mom was great but she did not know how to glean the essentials from me. Gorgeous woman!

  • @joeallen4587
    @joeallen4587 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is so cool to see, and helpful. Thank you to the incredible Tyson family!

  • @luissolares1407
    @luissolares1407 Před 3 měsíci

    Apples 🍎 don't fall far from the tree ,you're really blessed to have your mom 91 and looking very sharp 👌 👍👍

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Před 3 měsíci

    You have a beautifully intelligent mother! 👍😎🇨🇦🙏💜

  • @matthewkelso3280
    @matthewkelso3280 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Cool

  • @johnsmallberries-px2mf
    @johnsmallberries-px2mf Před 3 měsíci

    Miss Louisiana!!! Dammm I bet she’s related to my momma!!!!!