The AstroGuy Podcast

00:21:19

Whats up in the October 2026 skies?

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2026/09/25

October is here, and the longer nights and cooler temperatures make it a great month to spend some time outside under the stars.This month, Saturn reaches opposition, Mars passes through the Beehive Cluster, and the Moon has an interesting encounter with Jupiter. We’ll also look at asteroid Vesta, the October meteor showers, this month’s Lunar Feature of the Month, and then head into Cepheus for a deep-sky tour.Free October 2026 Observing GuideDownload the October 2026 AstroGuy Observing Guide for

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00:18:56

What's up in the September 2026 skies?

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2026/09/09

September is a month when the sky begins to transition. The summer Milky Way is still hanging on, but the autumn sky is beginning to rise, the nights are getting longer, and there’s plenty to watch for if you know where to look.This month, Venus puts on a brilliant evening display, Saturn starts moving back into prime time, and Neptune gives observers a chance to track down the most distant majorplanet in the Solar System. We’ll also look at a major space news story, then turn to the Moon for a

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00:22:44

What's up in the August 2026 skies?

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2026/07/24

August is a packed month for skywatchers. In this episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, we look at what’s up in the August 2026 skies, including Venus dominating the evening sky, a few nice Moon and planet pairings, the Perseid meteor shower under excellent Moon conditions, two eclipses, and a deep-sky tour through Cygnus, the Swan.We’ll also visit our Lunar Feature of the Month, Aristillus and Autolycus, a pair of craters near Mare Imbrium, and then headinto one of the richest parts of the summer Milky

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00:16:20

What's up in the July 2026 Skies?

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2026/07/01

July is here, and the summer Milky Way is taking over the evening sky.In this episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, we look at what’s up in the July 2026 skies, including the planets, a beautiful lunar feature near Mare Serenitatis, and a summer Milky Way observing tour that starts in Sagittarius and works its way toward Vulpecula.This month also marks a new chapter for AstroGuy. The official schedule is moving to one episode per month, and the new Monthly Observing Guide is now available at

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00:16:22

What's Up in the June 2026 Skies? Part 2 - Sea of...

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2026/06/02

June nights may be short, but there is still plenty worth seeing. In this episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, we explore one of the Moon’s most recognizable dark features, Mare Crisium, the Sea of Crises, before heading into the deep sky for “A Little Bit of Everything” — a mix of double stars, galaxies, planetary nebulae, and open clusters that are well placed for June evenings.We’ll discuss how to find these objects, what to expect visually in modest telescopes, and observing tips.If you missed Part

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00:15:13

What's up in the June 2026 Skies? Part 1 - Planets...

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2026/06/01

What’s Up in the June 2026 Skies? Part 1June 2026 brings a beautiful mix of skywatchinghighlights and space news.In this episode, we’ll look at Mercury’s best eveningopportunity of the month, the beautiful Venus-Jupiter conjunction on June 9,the Moon joining the evening planets around June 17, and the June solsticemarking the start of astronomical summer.We’ll also talk about how the Moon phases shape yourobserving plans this month, including the best dark-sky window around New Moonand what you can

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10:01

Artemis II recap and what's up in the May 2026 Skies?...

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2026/04/19

Send us Fan Mail May 2026 is an exciting time for astronomy, both in the sky above us and in space beyond Earth. In this episode, we take a look at the planets visible this month and recap the successful Artemis II mission, which has just returned astronauts from a journey around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. We’ll walk through what you can expect to see in the evening and morning skies, including a beautiful mid-month alignment of the Moon, Venus, and Jupiter, along with a h...

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24:44

What's up in the April 2026 skies? A bright comet???

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2026/04/06

Send us Fan Mail April 2026 is shaping up to be a fantastic month for astronomy. In this episode, we explore two comets that may be visible this month, the return of the Lyrid meteor shower, the start of galaxy season, and a possible Artemis II launch that could send astronauts back around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. We’ll also take a full planetary tour of the April sky, visit our Lunar Feature of the Month: Archimedes, and go deep into some of the best spring galaxies incl...

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27:41

10 Amazing Things You Can See In A Small Telescope

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2026/03/20

Send us Fan Mail You don’t need a giant observatory telescope to explore the universe. In this episode, we take a journey outward through space to discover 10 amazing things you can see with a small telescope or even 50mm binoculars. Starting at the rugged surface of the Moon and traveling farther from Earth with each stop, we’ll visit giant planets, colorful double stars, glowing nebulae, dense star clusters, and finally another galaxy more than 2 million light-years away. Along the wa...

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28:28

What's up in the March 2026 skies?

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2026/03/01

Send a text March is here, bringing the first signs of spring and longer daylight hours, but the night sky is still delivering excellent observing before we lose those long winter evenings. We'll discuss this year’s only total lunar eclipse, and a beautiful conjunction between Venus and Saturn. Then we cover important developments with Artemis II, along with the latest about the Starliner program. We’ll also explore an often overlooked lunar crater and then we'll highlight...

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18:51

All About Artemis II

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2026/02/14

Send a text For the first time since 1972, humans are leaving Earth orbit and heading back to the Moon. Artemis II isn’t about landing. It’s about proving we’re ready to go back to deep space. In this episode, Wayne breaks down: • What Artemis II is really designed to test • Why this mission is fundamentally different from Apollo • The international partnerships shaping the Artemis program • How Artemis II clears the path to Artemis III and a return to the ...

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20:01

What's up in the February 2026 Skies?

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2026/01/31

Send us a text February 2026 delivers cold nights—and spectacular skies. In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne walks you through everything to watch for in the night sky this month. We take an in-depth look at NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight toward the Moon since 1972, including mission objectives, the historic crew, and how you can follow the launch live with our community coverage. This month’s Lunar Feature of the Month highlights the fascinating cra...

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21:43

New for 2026 - Pixinsight Workflow with downloadable...

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2026/01/24

Send us a text In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, I walk you through my current PixInsight workflow, the exact process I’m using right now to turn raw astrophotography data into a finished deep-sky image. This is not a beginner’s overview or a list of tools. Instead, I explain why I use each step, how the processes fit together, and what I look for as the image evolves. Whether you’re refining your own PixInsight workflow or trying to understand how experienced imagers structure...

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17:50

What's Up in the January 2026 Skies?

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2025/12/29

Send us a text In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne explores the best things to see in the sky in January of 2026, from brilliant planets to iconic deep-sky objects in Orion the Hunter. January offers some of the best stargazing of the year, with long winter nights and clear, steady skies. Learn when and where to observe Jupiter at opposition, how to spot Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. We’ll explore an ancient crater on the moon, discuss some upcoming launches and much more.&nbs...

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31:15

What's Up in the December 2025 Skies?

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2025/11/29

Send us a text In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne walks you through everything unfolding in the December 2025 night sky, one of the best observing months of the year thanks to long, dark winter nights and crisp, steady air. We start with a full planetary roundup, including Jupiter’s stunning December performance, Saturn’s nearly edge-on rings, and a look at Mercury’s early-morning apparition. We also cover the ongoing activity from Comet Lemmon, the fragmented C/2025 K1 ATLAS, and...

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37:12

Saturn-Titan Transits with Greg Shanos

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2025/11/16

Send us a text In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne sits down with planetary imager Greg Shanos, one of the most dedicated and skilled amateur astronomers working today. Greg recently completed an extraordinary observing project: imaging 15 out of 16 Titan transits across Saturn during this year’s rare transit season. These events only occur during brief windows every 15 years, making his achievement one of the most complete amateur records of the phenomenon. Before the interview, W...

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21:48

What's Up in the November 2025 Skies?

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2025/10/26

Send us a text In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne explores what’s happening in the night sky this November. The evening skies are filled with bright planets — Jupiter shines brilliantly all month, Saturn’s rings appear nearly edge-on, and Uranus reaches opposition on November 21st, making this the best time of the year to view the distant ice giant. Neptune remains faint in Pisces, while Mercury, Mars, and Venus make brief appearances near sunrise and sunset. Comet Lemmon (...

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8:46

1,000 Subscribers on YouTube Special! **Contest**

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Send us a text We’ve reached 1,000 subscribers! In this special episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, I’m sharing the story behind one of my first deep-sky photos — the North America and Pelican Nebulae — and announcing an exclusive giveaway for viewers. You could win a signed, one-of-a-kind metal print of this image! Join me as we celebrate this milestone and look ahead to what’s next for the channel. Celebrating 1,000 Subscribers + Exclusive Giveaway! Welcome to a very special episode of the Ast...

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28:19

What's Up in the October 2025 Skies?

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2025/09/28

Send us a text What’s Up in the October 2025 Skies October is one of the best months of the year for stargazing! In this episode we explore everything happening in the skies this month: Mercury, Mars, and the Moon make for some beautiful conjunctions in the evening sky. Venus still dominates the mornings, while Jupiter and Saturn put on steady shows all night. October brings the chance to spot two comets, plus, the Orionid meteor shower peaks under dark skies with no Moon interference. ...

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17:00

Rediscovering the Joy of Visual Observing

The AstroGuy Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Send us a text In this episode I recount how I rediscovered the pure joy of visual observing. For years, I’ve been focused on capturing images of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters, but one night with just a pair of 7x50 binoculars reminded me why I fell in love with the night sky in the first place. From spotting several of my favorite deep sky objects, to catching Saturn and Neptune in the same binocular field, the experience was both simple and magical. No cables, no cameras, no software...

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