Moiya McTier Named Host of SETI Live

December 2, 2025

Dr. Moiya McTier is an astrophysicist, folklorist, and science communicator in New York City who loves planets, galaxy evolution, her cat named Cosmo, and old stories about space. She is also the latest addition to our rotating cast of hosts for SETI Live! Join communications specialist Beth Johnson for an interview to introduce Moiya to the community. So please bring your questions and help us welcome her to the team!

Moiya McTier is an astrophysicist, folklorist, and award-winning science communicator who helps audiences understand the universe and their place within it. As the first woman in history to earn a PhD in astrophysics from Columbia University, she blends rigorous research with storytelling to make even the most complex scientific ideas engaging, accessible, and unforgettable. Contact WWSG to bring Moiya to your next event.

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