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Astro Minute

Welcome to the Astro Minute! I"m Lauren Smyth, and with the help of astronomer and teacher Kelli Smyth, I"ll be your tour guide as we explore the secrets of the night sky sixty seconds at a time.

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All Episodes

1:01

A Solar Rarity - April Eclipse Part 1

Astro Minute ·

2024/03/21

Learn about what you'll see during the upcoming solar eclipse, and remember to practice safe viewing techniques.

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The Mystery of the Sun's Corona

Astro Minute ·

2024/03/04

This year's total solar eclipse will offer a nearly unparalleled opportunity to observe the sun's mysterious atmosphere. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

Spring's Coming in Like a Lion

Astro Minute ·

2024/02/26

Learn how to spot spring's harbinger, Leo the Lion, in this week's night sky!

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1:01

The Heavenly G

Astro Minute ·

2024/02/19

This asterism forms a map of the winter constellations. Learn how to find it in today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

Why Are Stars Different Colors?

Astro Minute ·

2024/02/12

Why are stars different colors? And why aren't all stars different colors (at least, apparently?) Find out on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

The Double Cluster

Astro Minute ·

2024/02/05

Look up at any point during the year and discover the Double Cluster, first observed by a Greek astronomer over one hundred years before the birth of Christ.

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1:01

This Year, You Might See the Northern Lights

Astro Minute ·

2024/01/30

Even if you live at lower latitudes, you might get a chance to see the Northern Lights this summer as the sun enters its stormy season. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

The Eye of the Bull

Astro Minute ·

2024/01/22

The eye of Taurus the Bull is a red giant called Aldebaran. Tune in to learn how to find this magnificent red gem!

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1:01

A Sense of Direction

Astro Minute ·

2023/12/18

If you're like me and have no built-in compass, here's how you can find your way - just by looking up at the night sky.

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1:01

The Big Dipper

Astro Minute ·

2023/12/14

Chances are, you've heard of this asterism before. But do you know how to find it? Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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3:20

What Was the Christmas Star?

Astro Minute ·

2023/12/10

We've all heard of the Christmas star, but astronomers are still perplexed about what exactly happened in the night sky before Jesus's birth. Hear some of the possibilities on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

A Big Pile of Starry Glitter

Astro Minute ·

2023/12/10

See that big pile of starry glitter in the sky? Let's find out what's inside!

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1:01

Saturn, The Bejeweled Giant

Astro Minute ·

2023/11/17

Saturn is a billion miles away - but you can still see it without binoculars. Look up to learn more!

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1:01

November Meteor Showers

Astro Minute ·

2023/11/10

Take advantage of November's clear nights and head outside for a stellar light show!

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1:01

The King of the Planets

Astro Minute ·

2023/11/03

Today we're visiting the king of the planets - Jupiter, surrounded by a royal court of asteroids, rings, and moons. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

A Tail of Ice and Fire

Astro Minute ·

2023/10/13

Make some popcorn, grab a red flashlight, and get ready to enjoy an upcoming cosmic fireworks show!

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1:01

(Almost) The Brightest Star

Astro Minute ·

2023/10/06

Let's go giant hunting! Follow the arc of the Big Dipper, and you'll see another Arc(turus) that has the honor of being the brightest star in the northern celestial hemisphere. Find out more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

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1:01

How Far Can You See? - Try Andromeda

Astro Minute ·

2023/09/29

Most of what we can see with the unaided eye from Earth is stars inside the Milky Way Galaxy. But there's one thing you can spot that's much further away. Find out what it is, and how to find it, on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

Where Stars Are Born, Part 2

Astro Minute ·

2023/09/22

Today we're hunting for the Hunter's nebula. Plan your next night of stargazing with today's episode of Astro Minute!

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1:01

Where Stars Are Born, Part 1

Astro Minute ·

2023/09/15

Stellar nurseries are nothing like the calm and quiet nurseries where we Earthlings keep our babies. See for yourself on today's episode of Astro Minute!

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