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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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56:08

#91 - Telescopes and the Lunar X

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/02/11

Special guest, Dave Chapman, joins Chris and Shane to chat about telescopes and his role in making the Lunar X a popular observational target. Check out actualastronomy.com for some extra links to Dave’s Lunar X article and YouTube video on telescopes.

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44:05

#90 - Meanderings of Two Bored Astronomers

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2021/02/08

The weather has ruined any observing hopes during the previous week. Chris and Shane talk about some new eyepieces and a chair that Chris received as well as some gear that is on their wish lists.

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50:48

#89 - Lots of Eyepiece Discussion...and Some Other Stuff

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/02/04

Chris and Shane discuss an interesting listener observing report about testing a 25mm Starbase Kellner.

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42:10

#88 - Objects to Observe in February 2021

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2021/02/01

Find out what you can observe in our solar system during February. Note: We decided to swap the order of this weeks episodes after we recorded, so the episode number you hear is incorrect.

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47:27

#87 - 3D Printing and Astronomy

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/28

Special guest Justin Wasner joins Chris and Shane on this episode. Justin is an amateur astronomer who also has a lot of knowledge and experience regarding 3D printing. Check out actualastronomy.com to see Justin’s presentation on 3D printing that he references in this episode.

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50:44

#86 - Chris and Shane’s Current Observing Projects/Lists

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/25

If you are looking for a new observing project, you might find some inspiration in this episode. Chris and Shane share the lists and projects that they are focusing on. More information regarding this episode can be found at www.actualastronomy.com

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52:50

#85 - Our Companion to Objects to Observe in the...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/21

Chris and Shane spend the entire episode defining astronomical terms that you hear on this podcast and read in various observing guides.

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41:04

#84 -Searching For New Dark Sky Locations

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/18

Chris and Shane discuss a new location that might be a good dark sky observing site and share some tips how you can find a dark sky site near your home. A new website for Actual Astronomy is introduced as well, www.actualastronomy.com

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45:22

#83 - Deep Sky Observing in Orion, Taurus, and Perseus

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2021/01/14

Chris and Shane talk about some interesting deep sky objects to observe in some well placed winter constellations. Just in time for new Moon!

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55:51

#82 - Tasco 10TE First Light & One More Listener...

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2021/01/11

Shane talks about first light with his recently acquired classic telescope, the Tasco 10TE. There is also one more listener observation log that was done in a unique way.

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59:10

#81 - More Listener Observation Logs

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/07

In Episode 80, Chris and Shane were not able to discuss all of the listener observations so. This episode is a continuation of listener observations.

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53:08

#80 - Book Give Away Winner & Listener Observations

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2021/01/04

Chris and Shane announce the winner of the 2021 RASC Observer’s Handbook and discuss observations logs submitted by listeners.

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41:59

#79 - Objects to Observe in January 2021

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2020/12/31

Find out what you can observe in our solar system during January. One of the highlights is a close grouping of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mercury.

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53:16

#78 - Final Conjunction Observations and Looking...

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2020/12/28

Chris and Shane discuss their final observations of the Great Conjunction and what gear purchases they are thinking about in 2021.

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57:01

#77 - Your Guide to Observing Double Stars

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2020/12/24

Observing double stars can be extremely rewarding. Chris and Shane discuss what you need to know to start observing double stars.

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53:13

#76 - Almost Great Conjunction Observations

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2020/12/21

Chris and Shane compare their observations of Jupiter and Saturn as the two planets approach conjunction. The tonal colour differences surprise Chris and Shane.

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39:47

#75 - The Great Jupiter & Saturn Conjunction

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2020/12/17

On December, 21st Jupiter and Saturn will be 1/10th of 1 degree apart! This is closest that they will appear in the sky in the telescope and won’t be close than 1 degree until 2080. However, do not wait for December 21st! You should start observing them now because they are very close. More details in this episode.

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52:43

#74 - Light Pollution Filters & A Book Give Away

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2020/12/14

Chris and Shane discuss the merits of using filters that claim to help with light pollution and find out how you can win a brand new copy of the RASC 2021 Observers Handbook.

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48:50

#73 - A Beautiful Open Cluster Tour

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2020/12/10

Chris and Shane discuss a wonderful open cluster tour that goes through Taurus and Perseus. You can do this tour with binoculars or a telescope...if you have very dark skies, then all you need are your eyes!

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53:35

#72 - Find Out What is Possible with a Celestron 76mm...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2020/12/07

A longtime listener, Phil, joins Chris and Shane in this episode. Phil shares his experiences with a Celestron Firstscope that he transformed into a Supermod 76!

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