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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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36:09

#553 - Observer’s Calendar for October 2026

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2026/09/28

Chris and SHane talk about interesting things to observe in October 2026.

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54:15

#552 - Top 10 Techniques for Buying Used Gear

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2026/09/21

Chris and Shane share tips for buying used astronomy gear.

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39:59

#551 - 12 Months of Messier September Edition

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2026/09/14

Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in September.

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40:00

#550 - Sketching the Night Sky for the Average Observer

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2026/09/07

Chris shares a recent presentation he delivered that introduces sketching to observers.

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25:35

#549 - The Observer’s Calendar for September 2026

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2026/08/31

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in September 2026.

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38:50

#548 - Visual Astronomy in Draco

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2026/08/24

Chris and Shane talk about various objects to observe in Draco.

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23:13

#547 - 12 Months of Messier August Edition

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2026/08/17

Chris and Shane identify key Messier objects to observe in August.

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46:18

#546 - Planning Dark Sky Trips

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2026/08/10

Chris and Shane share thoughts on how to have a successful dark sky trip.

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26:25

#545 - Observer’s Calendar for August 2026

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2026/08/03

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in August 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com

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42:47

#544 - 7” Achro Attempts at Correcting Chromatic...

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2026/07/27

Chris and Shane discuss different ways to reduce chromatic aberration in achromatic refractors.

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55:20

#543 - 3D Printing and Astronomy

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2026/07/20

Chris and Shane discuss 3D printing and how it can enhance your observing.

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50:24

#542 - 12 Months of Messier July Edition

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2026/07/13

Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in July.

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32:46

#541 - Observer’s Calendar for July 2026

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2026/07/06

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in July 2026.

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37:41

#540 - 12 Month of Messier June Edition

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2026/06/29

Chris and Shane discuss some Messier objects to observe in June.

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102:53

#539 - David Nagler Answers Listener Questions

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2026/06/22

Chris and Shane welcome David Nagler from Televue to the show to answer listener questions.

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59:07

#538 - Listener Emails

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2026/06/15

Chris and Shane get caught up and read listener emails.

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25:39

#537 - Observer’s Calendar for June 2026

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2026/06/08

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in June 2026.

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65:03

#536 - Observing While the Moon is Up

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2026/05/25

Chris and Shane talk about what they like to observe when the Moon is up.

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25:08

#535 - 12 Months of Messier May

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2026/05/18

Chris and Shane discuss the well positioned Messier objects to observe in May. Show notes available on www.actualastronomy.com

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60:53

#534 - Telescope Powers

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2026/05/11

Chris and Shane talk about the magnification power that they like to use when observing.

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