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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.30-Buzzing Bees and Planets

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/06/02

Two planets join the Beehive Cluster in June, while two others are born from it. Learn 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.29 - Spring Serpents and Clusters

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/05/01

Spring has sprung, and brings with it the emerging flora and fauna of the night sky. Check out constellations, clusters, galaxies 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.28-Bullish About Astronomy

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/03/05

Taurus the Bull hosts the planet Mars this month, as well as many other star clusters and nebulae. Check it out this month! Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ https://www.facebook.com/NAZAstro Support local STEM education! https://www.patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors! https://www.facebook.com/prescottrockstars https://www.facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.27-Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF)

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/02/01

Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is making its close approach to Earth tonight, so bust out your binoculars or telescope and look to the sky! Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ https://www.facebook.com/NAZAstro Support local STEM education! https://www.patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors! https://www.facebook.com/prescottrockstars https://www.facebook.com/manzanitains https://www.facebook.com/spotlightonprescott

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E.26 - Near Objects - Comets and Asteroids

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/01/26

Comet C/2022 E3(ZTF) has dominated the news recently, but today an even closer object will fly by Earth at just 2200 miles. Asteroid 2023BU was discovered on 1/21/2023 by a Backyard Astronomer in Crimea. #amateurastronomy #citizenscience #comet #asteroid #space #astronomy #telescope

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E.25 - Fusion-The Lifeblood of Stars and Science Fiction

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2023/01/06

On 5 Dec. 2022, scientists for the first time successfully produced a fusion reaction with more energy generated than that put in. This month we talk about the Big Bang, the birth of stars, and why fusion matters. 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.24 - Indigenous Astronomy

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/12/02

Constellations have tales of striking similarity, despite the cultures that named them being displaced by thousands of years and thousands of miles. The indigenous people across North America were no exception, and many still continue to provide a rich history. Learn more about Native American cultures - including astronomy - at the Museum of Indigenous People at 147 N Arizona Ave. in Prescott, Arizona. www.museumofindigenouspeople.org Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the

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01:54:21

E.23-ExoWorlds and Native American Astronomy with The...

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/11/18

Manuel Lucero and Joshua Ballze from the Museum of Indigenous People join me this month to talk about their work - in and out of the museum - to bring awareness to Native American cultures, history, art, language, and even indigenous astronomy, culminating in the presentation of names for the IAUs ExoWorlds 2022 competition. Visit the Museum of Indigenous People at 147 N. Arizona Ave in Prescott, Arizona, or online at www.museumofindigenouspeople.org Explore the Jurassic Paleo Art Expo at

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E.22 - Light Years, ExoWorlds, and Hot Ice

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/11/01

How long does it take to communicate across space, and who might be listening? GJ 436b may be listing from 33 light years distant, but their planet needs a new name! Follow the Backyard Astronomer, NAZ Astro, the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium, and the Museum of Indigenous People as we come together for a project like no other. https://www.museumofindigenouspeople.org/ https://prescott.erau.edu/about/planetarium Follow us at

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01:58:44

E.21-A Prodigious Interview with Homer Hickam!

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/10/02

Born in 1943 West Virginia, Homer Hickam, Jr. was a barely a teenager when the Soviet space program launched Sputnik 1, and subsequently launched Homer into a lifelong relationship with space. The 1999 movie "October Sky" is roughly based on his memoir, but we had the opportunity to sit down with Homer to learn the real stories behind the Big Creek Missile Agency of Coalwood, WV, and the amazing career afforded by the passions of one boy. Visit www.HomerHickam.com to learn more about Homer,

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E.20-Sputnik and the October Skies

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/10/01

October 4th, 1957 ushered in the Space Age with the successful launch and orbit of Sputnik 1. 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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01:29:32

E.19B - SR71 interview re-release (audio corrected)

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/09/27

A special interview with SR-71 pilot Pat Bledsoe. Re-edited Audio. Follow facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM patreon.com/NAZAstro facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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01:30:46

E.19-SR71 pilot Col. Pat Bledsoe

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/09/16

A special interview with SR-71 pilot Pat Bledsoe. Follow facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM patreon.com/NAZAstro facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.18-Jupiter at Opposition

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/09/07

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E.17-The Ringed Planet

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/08/07

Let's talk Saturn! Follow us facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM patreon.com/NAZAstro facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.16 - July 14th Comet C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS)

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/07/01

Comet C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS) is visiting on July 14th. Check out this special Birthday edition episode dedicated to my amazingly supportive wife. Follow me @ facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Our Awesome Sponsors: facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.15 - Boötes and Arcturus

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/06/30

Boötes and Arcturus facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM patreon.com/NAZAstro Our sponsors facebook.com/prescottrockstars facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.14 - Planetary Collisions and the Seasons

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/06/01

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E.13-Sunspots

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/04/29

Let's talk sunspots! www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ www.facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education www.patreon.com/NAZAstro www.facebook.com/prescottrockstars www.facebook.com/manzanitains

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E.12-The ISS

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast ·

2022/04/03

Learn about atmospheric pressure, the ISS, and how to spot it from your backyard! Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ https://www.facebook.com/NAZAstro https://www.facebook.com/prescottrockstars https://www.facebook.com/manzanitains

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