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The Actual Astronomy Podcast

Shane Ludtke & Chris Beckett

Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.

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59:53

#111 - Deep Sky Observing in Leo, Virgo, and Coma...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/04/22

Spring is known as galaxy season. These three constellations have many galaxies that are easily visible with amateur telescopes.

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56:18

#110 - New Gear and Observing Reports

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2021/04/19

Chris has received his highly anticipated tripod and Shane talks about solar and double star observing he did during the previous week.

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57:39

#109 - Learn About Variable Star Observing and the AAVSO

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2021/04/15

Chris and Shane welcome Dr. Stella Kafka - CEO & Executive Director of the American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO). Find out how to observe variable stars and learn about the numerous resources available at aavso.org.

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55:15

#108 - A Telescope Horror Story and Some Observing...

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2021/04/12

Shane shares a horror story regarding his Takahashi 76dcu. Also hear about Chris’s attempt to observe comet C/2020 R4 ATLAS and Shane was able to observe some double stars from the RASC double star program.

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54:51

#107 - Your Guide to Upgrading Gear

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2021/04/08

If you are thinking about upgrades to your astronomy, this episode is for you. Chris and Shane share their upgrade experiences.

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52:06

#106 -Advice For Buying an H-alpha Solar Telescope &...

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2021/04/05

Shane shares a recent solar observing report and provides some tips fur purchasing your first h-alpha telescope. Chris had first light with his 50mm miniBorg and shares his observing report.

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46:35

#105 - Objects to Observe In April 2021

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/04/01

Join Chris and Shane as they discuss solar system events and objects to observe in April.

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54:12

#104 - Chris’s New Tiny Telescope, Finders, and...

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2021/03/29

Chris purchased one of Shane’s miniBorg 50mm telescopes and is now a member of the Tiny Telescope club! Other discussion points in this episode are the different finders that are available and some observing reports.

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53:09

#103 - Your Guide to Buying Used Astronomy Gear

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2021/03/25

Chris and Shane discuss where and how to buy used astronomy gear. This is a great way to acquire items that are on your wish list.

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49:09

#102 - Double Star and Solar Observing Reports

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/03/22

Chris and Shane discuss their recent observing and share a listener report about observing double stars.

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52:50

#101 - Deep Sky Observing in Auriga, Gemini, and Cancer

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/03/18

Chris and Shane discuss interesting deep sky objects that you can observe tonight! You can find show notes for this episode at actualastronomy.com.

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51:45

#100 - 40mm Eyepiece Comparisons and Observing Reports

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2021/03/15

Shane recently compared a 40mm Takahashi MC ortho to a 40mm Pentax kellner while observing some double stars and shares his thoughts. Chris has been doing some naked eye observing and a listener shares their observation of the zodiacal light.

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55:43

#99 - Gear Works: Diagonals and Eyepiece Field of View

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2021/03/11

Chris and Shane discuss the various options with different diagonals that are available and provide clarity on true field of view vs. apparent field of view with eyepieces.

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46:14

#98 - A New Eyepiece For Shane & Chris is Considering...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/03/08

Shane shares the reasoning for buying a TMB 25mm Ortho and Chris shares why he is thinking about buying a 40mm telescope.

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36:26

#97 - Objects to Observe in March 2021

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2021/03/04

Chris and Shane talk about interesting objects and events to observe in March.

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51:31

#96 - Book Reviews and an Observing Log Template

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2021/03/01

Chris and Shane talk about a few different books as well as a review from a listener. Chris shares his observing log template and how to prepare to observe without having to fumble through a star atlas.

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48:25

#95 - An Introduction to Deep Sky Objects

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2021/02/25

Chris and Shane provide a general overview of deep sky objects and some of the observational history.

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48:24

#94 - Finally, We Have Our Own Observing Report

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2021/02/22

Shane tried to split Sirius A and B during two observing sessions and observed the Lunar Wall. Chris provides an update on his Webb research project.

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47:35

#93 - Deep Sky Observing in Canis Major, Canis Minor,...

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2021/02/18

Chris and Shane talk about some of the best deep sky objects to observe right now!

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48:45

#92 - Listener Observations of Sirius B - A Bucket...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/02/15

Sirius is the brightest star in the sky. It is also a very difficult double to split. Chris and Shane discuss two listeners observations that recently observe red Sirius B.

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