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Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast

Single Malt Sky

"Star Trails" is a weekly podcast that invites amateur astronomers to explore the enchanting night sky. Join us as we highlight constellations, planets, moon phases, and other astronomical wonders visible in North America. Whether you"re a seasoned stargazer or just starting your cosmic adventure, "Star Trails" is your guide to the captivating mysteries of the universe, all from the comfort of your own backyard.

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7:18

Moving into May Skies, Plus, Paying Homage to Hubble

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2024/04/28

Tune in this week with Drew on Star Trails as we embark on a celestial safari from April 28 to May 4. Uncover the dynamic changes of the moon, catch early sightings of Jupiter at sunset, and meet the morning stars, Saturn and Mars. We'll guide you through spotting elusive planets like Uranus and Neptune with your binoculars and delve deep into the cosmos to the Virgo Cluster.Plus, we pay homage to the legendary Hubble Space Telescope, celebrating over three decades of astronomical breakthroughs.For

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9:15

A Pink Moon Rises; Plus, Making Sense of RA and...

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2024/04/21

Join us on this week's episode of Star Trails, where we dive into the celestial events lighting up the night from April 21-27, 2024. While a bright full Moon may create difficult conditions for dim objects, Mars and Saturn will keep us company in the morning, while the Lyrid Meteor Shower peaks mid-week.Plus, we explain the celestial coordinate system of right ascension and declination, and how you might use these coordinates to find objects in the night sky.For more episodes and resources for

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8:28

Twilight Whispers, and Mysteries of the Unseen

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2024/04/14

Join us as we delve into the celestial events for the week of April 14th. Early morning planets, a slender Moon, and a meteor shower are our targets for this week. Additionally, we celebrate Earth Day by turning our gaze from the heavens to the Earth's own shadow and the Belt of Venus, witnessing the delicate interplay of light and atmosphere that paints the twilight sky. We also take a look at dark matter and dark energy: Two interconnected mysteries of cosmology.For more episodes and resources for

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7:43

The Wonders of Early April, the Eclipse, and the Life...

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2024/04/07

Join us this week as we embark on a celestial journey starting April 7. This week is filled with astronomical phenomena, including a total solar eclipse, planetary conjunctions, and the New Moon ensures dark skies for observations.Plus, we take a look at the life cycle of stars, and a significant moment in space exploration.Sky map for week starting April 7, 2024For more episodes and resources for backyard astronomers, visit www.startrails.show. Share the wonder of the stars with friends and

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7:34

A New Moon in April Offers Dark Skies; Plus, All...

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2024/03/31

Join us this week as we embark on a celestial journey starting March 31. Host Drew guides you through a week of astronomical wonders, from the waning crescent to the waxing crescent moon, setting the stage for prime stargazing opportunities. The Moon has a close encounter with Mars and Saturn, and the breathtaking spectacle of the upcoming total solar eclipse is only a week away.Plus, don't miss our Astronomy 101 segment, where we unravel the phenomena of solar and lunar eclipses.Sky map for week

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8:49

Spring Skies, a Comet Returns, and the Discovery of...

Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast ·

2024/03/24

Join us this week on a celestial journey through the night sky for the week starting March 24, 2024.Mercury reaches its Greatest Eastern Elongation on March 24, We'll then dive into the subtle beauty of a deep penumbral lunar eclipse occurring in the early hours of March 25, and we offer up a guide on how to spot Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks.Also, we look back at a major development in astronomy in the 1700s -- the discovery of the planet Uranus.Sky map for week starting March 24, 2024For more episodes and

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7:34

Spring Equinox Skies, Plus, Binoculars for Astronomy

Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast ·

2024/03/17

Join us in this episode as we navigate the night sky for the week starting March 17, 2024.As the week of March 17th, 2024, unfolds, we stand on the cusp of the spring equinox, a time of balance between day and night, and a herald for the celestial wonders of the new season. Look for Mercury at dusk as it heads toward elongation; Jupiter continues to dazzle and catch the Zodiacal Light.Plus, we offer up a quick guide to buying your first pair of binoculars!Sky map for week starting March 17, 2024The

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8:43

Marching into Spring: Jupiter Dances with the Moon;...

Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast ·

2024/03/10

Join us in this episode as we navigate the night sky for the week starting March 10, 2024.Get ready for a stargazer's feast featuring the New Moon's dark canvas, brilliant planets, and spring's constellation parade. Don't miss the Jupiter-Moon conjunction on March 13. Plus, we discuss the ecliptic plane and its role in the celestial dance.

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9:20

Moving into March with a Messier Marathon and More

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2024/03/03

This week on "Star Trails," join us for a celestial adventure starting March 3rd, 2024. We highlight the annual Messier Marathon, a unique challenge for amateur astronomers to spot all 110 Messier objects in one night, with this year's prime viewing on March 9th due to the new moon's dark skies.How to Run the Messier Marathon (spacetourismguide.com)Explore the changing night sky as host Drew guides you through the transition from winter to spring constellations, the spectacular lineup of planets

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4:22

February's Celestial Curtain Call: The Moon and...

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2024/02/25

This episode of "Star Trails" takes listeners on an astronomical tour of the night sky for the week starting February 25, 2024.Host Drew invites stargazers to celebrate the month's end with a sky full of celestial highlights. As we transition into the cusp of spring, the Snow Moon begins to wane. Jupiter dazzles, and Comet C/2021 S3 (PanSTARRS) dances on the morning horizon.

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Twilight Dance: Venus, Mars, the Snow Moon, and...

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2024/02/18

This episode of "Star Trails" takes listeners on an astronomical tour of the night sky for the week starting February 18, 2024.Host Drew guides you through a celestial showcase beginning with Venus and Mars in the pre-dawn sky. As the night unfolds, the rising of Leo, heralds the approach of spring. The Snow Moon arrives at week's end.

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Valentine's Stargazing: Venus, Mars, and the First...

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2024/02/11

This episode of "Star Trails" takes listeners on an astronomical tour of the night sky for the week starting February 11, 2024.Drew highlights some of the night sky's most romantic sights, including the return of Venus and Mars. The First Quarter Moon makes an appearance on February 16, and the Andromeda Galaxy dazzles.

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3:43

February's Frosty Cosmos: Winter Constellations Unveiled

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2024/02/04

This episode of "Star Trails" takes listeners on an astronomical tour of the night sky for the week starting February 4, 2024.Drew highlights key constellations visible in the North American skies, such as the radiant Orion with its notable belt and the Orion Nebula, as well as Taurus and the Pleiades star cluster. The episode also covers visible planets including Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus. Additionally, the Alpha Centaurid meteor shower is coming!

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Introducing Star Trails: A Weekly Journey Through the...

Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast ·

2024/02/04

Star Trails is a weekly look at what's in the sky above. In a world where the night sky unfolds in infinite wonder, Star Trails is your guide to the celestial stories written in the stars. Join us as we voyage beyond the boundaries of Earth, exploring the mysteries of the universe, one star at a time.Star Trails primarily highlights astronomical phenomena visible to listeners in North America.

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