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PODCAST

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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#31 - Comet NEOWISE Observing Reports and Chris Tests...

The Actual Astronomy Podcast ·

2020/07/13

Chris and Shane share some recent observations of bright Comet NEOWISE. Chris provides an update on how his 80mm telescope performed after Shane did some work to improve the views.

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#30 - Great Comet Update and Observing Guide

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2020/07/11

Great comets are rare and must be observed when they appear. Over the last few days, comet C/2020 F3 NEOWISE has reached naked eye brightness! This is a special edition podcast to provide our listeners everything they need to observe the comet.

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45:46

#29 - Don't Cry Over Spilled Milky Way!

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2020/07/09

Many people have never seen the Milky Way. Chris and Shane describe what it looks like and how to observe it. Timing is impeccable because summer is the best time to see the Milky Way. The podcast ends with tips on how to find dark skies near you.

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46:06

#28 - The Darkness is Coming...and a Comet!

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2020/07/06

We are slowly getting out of perpetual twilight! Chris and Shane talk about their recent observations of Jupiter, Saturn, the Moon, and more sightings of noctilucent clouds. Plus get an update on comet C/2020 F3 NEOWISE.

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44:02

#27 - Objects to Observe in July 2020

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2020/07/01

This might be the easiest month to find the planets in the night sky. Chris and Shane will also talk about July being the best month to observe Jupiter and Saturn. Oh yeah, we might also be treated to a fairly bright comet!

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47:04

Recent Observations of the Moon, Jupiter, and Double...

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2020/06/29

Chris and Shane share some recent observations from their backyards.

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45:21

#25 - Cloudy Night Astronomy

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2020/06/25

Sometimes the weather conspires against amateur astronomers by delivering cloudy skies. Chris and Shane discuss their favorite astronomy books and websites that are perfect cloudy night pastimes.

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34:48

#24 - Discover Some Lesser Known Constellations

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2020/06/22

Have you heard of the Summer Triangle? Chris and Shane will tell you what this is and talk about some spectacular objects to observe in a few small constellations.

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48:28

#23 - Easy Astrophotography

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2020/06/18

The beautiful astronomy photos that you see in magazines often require a lot of time and expensive gear. In this episode, Chris and Shane talk about how you can easily capture amazing astro photos with your phone or a DSLR style camera!

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46:41

#22 - A Noctilucent Cloud Sighting! Find Out Which...

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2020/06/15

Chris and Shane describe a recent noctilucent cloud observation and talk about some solar system objects that will be observable during the next two weeks.

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46:19

#21 - Learn About the Gaseous Planets...Hint, it's...

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2020/06/11

Learn about the 4 gaseous planets in our solar system. Chris and Shane give tips on how to observe these planets.

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41:54

#20 - Now is the Time to Observe Noctilucent Clouds

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2020/06/08

Chris and Shane share recent observations of the Sun, Mercury, and our Moon. Noctilucent cloud season is upon us, find out what this phenomena is and how to observe it.

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34:08

#19 - Using Exit Pupil as a Guide to Build Your...

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2020/06/04

Exit pupil is another approach that can be used to determine which eyepieces match your telescope. Never heard of exit pupil? Do not worry, Chris and Shane explain this concept.

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38:29

#18 - Objects to Observe in June 2020

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2020/06/01

Even though June does not have much darkness due to the long days, Chris and Shane share objects that they plan to observe in June.

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47:26

#17 - You've Purchased a Telescope and Some...

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2020/05/28

Chris and Shane share some tips on how to prepare to observe close to home as well as over night at a remote location.

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42:06

#16 - In the Voice of Jim Morrison...This is the End,...

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2020/05/25

Chris and Shane have concluded this current round of Venus observations and explain why they observed the planet on many different evenings. In addition Shane shares his recent session observing the Sun with a hydrogen alpha telescope.

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52:46

#15 - Learn About the 4 Terrestrial Planets....Hint,...

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2020/05/21

The episode focuses on the four planets that are closest to the Sun. Chris and Shane also talk about an interesting Mercury and Venus pairing to observe on May 23, 2020.

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34:48

#14 - Recent Observing and a Guide to Astronomy...

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2020/05/18

Chris and Shane share some recent observing reports as well as some of the binoculars that they like to use for astronomy.

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36:53

#13 - Keeping a Record of Your Observations

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2020/05/14

Shane likes to keep written logs of his observations and Chris likes to sketch what he sees at the eyepiece. Listen as they battle to the death to determine which method is better....just kidding, no battles here. Just tips that you can use to log your observations.

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39:57

#12 - Map of the Sky, Which is the Right Star Atlas...

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2020/05/12

Before the days of GPS, many people used road atlases to navigate during travel. Astronomers still use atlases to navigate the night sky. There are many star atlases available, Chris and Shane discuss many of the common ones available.

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