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The Backyard Astronomer Podcast

The Backyard Astronomer AZ

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast with Adam England explores astronomy, space exploration, the night sky and STEM from Northern Arizona. Listen to observing guides, astronomy history, NASA and spaceflight stories, interviews, and monthly guides to what"s happening overhead. Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Presented by Manzanita Insurance and Accounting. www.manzanitainsuranceandaccounting.com #Astronomy #Space #STEM #Science #STEMEducation #NASA Follow us at

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E.50-Planetary Alignments

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2025/02/01

Once in 396 billion years! Or click-bait? Let's talk planetary alignments - SYZYGY!Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains www.Manzanita-Insurance.com www.ManzanitaAccounting.com

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E.49-The Pleiades: 7 Sisters from 6 Stars?

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/12/30

If we can only see 6 stars in the Pleiades, then why do so many ancient cultures reference the number 7 in relation to this star cluster? Let's dig deeper into the 7 Sisters, 7 Boys, and all sorts of maids, brothers and princesses in this month's Backyard Astronomer Podcast.Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome

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E.48-Rockets, Satellites and Acronyms

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/12/03

NASA, ISS, UFOs and UAPs - what is up with all the acronyms? Let's talk about rockets, satellites, and some of the acronyms commonly used in the space industry.Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains www.manzanita-insurance.com www.manzanitaaccounting.com

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E.47-The Great Square of Pegasus

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/11/04

Sometimes constellations can be hard to imagine, but a simple asterism can guide you to all sorts of celestial wonders. Let's talk about the Great Square of Pegasus!Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains #asterism #constellations #space #astronomy #STEM #STEMEducation

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E.46-Wandering Stars, The Oort Cloud and Comets

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/09/30

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan- ATLAS is hurtling through the inner solar system, gracing the Northern Hemisphere's early evening skies of mid-October. Where do comets like this come from and where is it headed? Why have we never seen it before, and why is it moving opposite most comets? Find the answers to these questions and more in this month's episode and article of the Backyard Astronomer Podcast.Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM

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E.45-The History of Saturn

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/09/08

Saturn has long been known as a planet, but the discovery of its rings and moons spans hundreds of years. Join the great astronomers of yesteryear as we learn about The Ringed Planet at opposition this month. Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.44 - Aliens!

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/08/15

Our new segment for kids of all ages, and what better topic to start with than ALIENS! Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.43 - Space Junk

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/08/02

"The sky is falling!" exclaimed Chicken Little! Is it a meteorite, or a piece of the International Space Station? Let's find out!Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.42-The Blaze Star

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/07/01

T Coronae Borealis or "The Blaze Star" has been documented for centuries with a recurrent period of about 78 years between brightening as a nova. What does that mean? Listen in this month as we talk about how the ancients began documenting stellar phenomena thousands of years ago, and how that information plays an integral role in our understanding of the universe today.Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at

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E.41-The Sombrero Galaxy

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/05/01

The Sombrero Galaxy is your backyard target this month. Look for this edge-on galaxy yhroughout the spring.#astronomy #galaxy #telescope #constellations #science #STEM Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.40-Sunspots and Solar Cycles

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/03/25

Our Sun has spots? Sunspots, solar flares, and even CMEs are the highlights of this month's focus on the Sun and Solar Cycle. Learn more about Coronal Mass Ejections and how they impact Earth.#CME #coronalmassejection #solarflare #solarcycle #sun #astronomy #eclipse Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.39-Vernal Equinox and Beehive Cluster

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/03/01

The Spring Equinox and waxing gibbous moon will lead you to a hive of activity this month!Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.38-Unicorns and Roses

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/02/21

The Monoceros constellation and Rosette Nebula shine bright this month!Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.37-Dancing Planets

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2024/01/01

Our celestial neighbors waltz across the sky this month. Let's talk about Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation, Saturn's rings, and Jupiter's Great Red Spot. Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.36-Geminids Meteor Shower

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/12/12

The Geminids meteor shower make a fantastic appearance this December, but why are they different than other meteor showers? Tune in to learn all about meteor showers and the Geminids! Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.35-Astrophotography and JuMBO Planets in Orion

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/10/31

The Orion Nebula was the first deep sky target of astrophotography in 1880 and we now know it hosts unique planets not (yet) seen any where else in space! Check it out! Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.34-Annular Eclipse

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/10/03

In October an Annnular Eclipse will be visible to millions across the Western United States. Learn the difference between a total and annualr eclipse, why they happen, and more in this month's episode. Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.33-Archers, Teapots, and the Milky Way

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/09/06

Let's explore the Milky Way! Star Clusters and Nebulae abound in this month's podcast. Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.32-Stories in the Stars

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/07/03

I organized a group of amateur and professional astronomers, educators and students, and business leaders from around the Prescott, AZ area, which group won the IAU's NameExoWorlds2022 competition with their designations of Awohali and Noquisi in the Cherokee language for the exoplanet and its host star formerly known as Gliese 436/b. Listen in for more on this amazing event and check out www.backyardastroaz.com for more.

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E.31-Scorpions and Rabbits

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/07/03

Scorpions and Rabbits dance in the sky this month. Learn the when/where/why of these constellations at https://backyardastronomeraz.wordpress.com/ and facebook.com/backyardastroaz Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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