Looking for Unique Date Conversation Starters Blending Science and Creativity

I’ve been playing with the idea of weaving together some of my biggest passions geology, dance, and science into meaningful conversations, especially when getting to know someone new. But I’m curious: how do you strike a balance between depth and lightness with topics like these?

For example, I love the idea of asking how someone would choreograph the movement of tectonic plates or what scientific discovery they’d want to witness firsthand. But I worry it might come off too intense or abstract early on. Has anyone found ways to make these kinds of questions feel engaging rather than intimidating? Would love to hear your thoughts or even your favorite unconventional conversation starters!