This podcast episode delves into the intricate relationship between the moon's gravitational pull and the passage of time on Earth, revealing how the Earth's slowing rotation has led to longer days and shorter years, alongside the moon's gradual retreat from our planet. Featuring insights from astronomer Chris Impey and a playful thought experiment with Neil deGrasse Tyson, it emphasizes the fascinating and subjective nature of time, illustrating how our perception of it can be dynamically altered by relative movement and perspective.