The Actual Astronomy Podcast
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#332 - Listener Emails
Chris and Shane discuss listener emails about the Moon burger mystery, h-alpha solar observing magnifications and others.
#331 - Ultra-Fast Telescope Maker and Visual Observer Mel Bartels
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Mel Bartels to the show to talk about observing and making ultra-fast reflectors.
#330 - Objects to Observe in June 2023
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in June 2023.
#329 - A Solar Eclipse Expedition With Clark Muir
Chris and Shane welcome Clark Muir back to the show to discuss his recent trek to Australia where he viewed a total solar eclipse.
#328 - How to Use a Star Atlas
Chris and Shane talk about how they use star atlases.
#327 - Carbon Stars, Splitting Sirius B, a Wooden Pier, and Sun Spots
Chris and Shane discuss listener emails.
#326 - Spring Stars You Should Know with Dave Chapman
Chris and Shane welcome Dave Chapman back to the show to talk about some interesting spring stars.
#325 - Smashing Telescopes and Astronomical Adventures with Eric Klaszus
Chris and Shane talk about telescope tragedies and some incredible observing journeys.
#323 - Observing and Sketching with Berta Beltran
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Berta Beltran to talk about observing and sketching.
#322 - A Beginners Guide to Binoculars to Astronomy
Chris and Shane give an overview of using binoculars for astronomy.
#324 - Objects to Observe in May 2023
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in May 2023.
#321 - 3D Printing Binoculars with Analog Sky’s Robert Asumendi
Chris and Shane talk about Robert Asumendi’s amazing project to create designs, instructions, and sourcing details for anyone in the world to create their own 3D printed binoculars/binoscope!
#320 - Observing Reports From Chris and Shane
Chris and Shane share their observing reports.
#319 - Large Aperture Telescope Observing and Sketching with Howard Banich
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Howard Banich to discuss large aperture observing and sketching.
#318 - Telescope Shopping in Japan With Justin Lee
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Justin Lee to talk about his experience shopping for telescopes in Japan.
#317 - Listener Emails
Chris and Shane discuss listener emails.
#316 - The Life of an Astronomy Gear Junkie with Craig Levine
Chris and Shane welcome Craig Levine to talk about gear!
#314 - M51 With Alister Ling
Chris and Shane welcome Alister Ling to discuss various aspects of M51.
#313 - Spring Observing Plans
Chris and Shane discuss their spring observing plans.
#312 - Listener Emails and Observations
Chris and Shane respond to and discuss the latest batch of listener emails.
#315 - Objects to Observe in April 2023
Chris and Shane discuss interesting objects and events to observe in April 2023.
#311 - Beginner Astronomy Books
Chris and Shane welcome Jim to the show to discuss beginner astronomy books.
#310 - Winter Wide Field Wonders
Chris and Shane talk about a portion of the Wide Field Wonders list that Chris curated for the RASC Observer’s Handbook.
#309 - Chris Seeks Listener Advice For His Next Telescope Purchase
Chris is contemplating which telescope he should get for his observatory and he wants your help!
#308 - Northern Stars You Should Know With Dave Chapman
Chris and Shane welcome Dave Chapman back to continue his series on Stars You Should Know. This episode focuses on northern circumpolar stars.
#307 - Listener Emails
Chris and Shane get back to reading some listener emails.
#306 - Observing Lists with Alister Ling
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Alister Ling to discuss observing lists.
#305 - The Winter Star Party with Mark Radice
Mark Radice joins Chris and Shane to talk about his experiences at The Winter Star Party. Check out Mark’s YouTube channel called Refreshing Views.
#304 - Objects to Observe in March 2023
Chris and Shane discuss objects to observe in March 2023. Show notes can be found at www.actualastronomy.com
#303 - History of 100mm Takahashi Refractors
Chris and Shane talk about the different 100mm class refractors made by Takahashi over the years.
#302 - Nexus Pro Digital Setting Circles
Shane talks about his experience with the Nexus Pro digital setting circles installed on a Stellarvue M2C mount.
#301 - Listener Emails and “Green” Comet Observations
Chris and Shane discuss listener emails.
#300 Part 2 - Live Recording Hosted by the Kitchener Waterloo RASC Centre
Chris and Shane did a live recording during the monthly Kitchener Waterloo RASC Centre monthly meeting. Check out www.actualastronomy.com for show reference documentation.
#300 Part 1 - Live Recording Hosted by the Kitchener Waterloo RASC Centre
Chris and Shane did a live recording during the monthly Kitchener Waterloo RASC Centre monthly meeting. Check out www.actualastronomy.com for show reference documentation.
#299 - Light Pollution with special guest Rick Huziak
Chris and Shane welcome special guest Rick Huziak to talk about light pollution and what amateur astronomers can do to preserve our night skies.
#298 - Night Vision Astronomy with special guest Dale Eason
Chris and Shane welcome Dale Eason to discuss using night vision equipment for astronomy.
#297 - Objects to Observe in February 2023
Chris and Shane discuss objects to observe in February 2023. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com
#296 - Higher Capacity Mounts for Visual Observing
Chris and Shane are both considering new mounts that provide greater capacity for larger telescopes.
#295 - Reflections of a Newtonian Observer with special guest Mike O’Brien
Long time observing friend, Mike O’Brien, joins Chris and Shane to talk about reflectors.
#294 - Stars You Should Know With Dave Chapman
Chris and Shane welcome Dave Chapman back to the podcast to talk about stars everyone should know. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com
#293 - How to Observe Comet 2022 E3 ZTF
Chris and Shane talk about how to observe what might end up being the brightest comet of the year.
#292 - Listener Emails and Observations
Chris and Shane discuss listener emails and observations.
#291 - Observing in New Zealand
Chris and Shane read a listener’s email about his experience observing in New Zealand while on vacation.
#290 - Listener Questions and Answers
Chris and Shane answer a bunch of listener questions.
#289 - Holiday Observing and Patreon Support Contest Winners
Chris and Shane share their recent observing reports and announce the winners of the Patreon Support contest.
#288 - A Night at the Lowell Observatory
Chris and Shane read an email from Clint that describes his night observing at the Lowell Observatory.
#287 - Objects to Observe in January 2023
Chris and Shane talk about lots of objects to observe in January 2023. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com
#286 - Observing the Radcliffe Wave with Special Guest Brian Ventrudo
Chris and Shane welcome Brian Ventrudo to discuss his latest article in Sky & Telescope magazine about observing objects associated with the Radcliffe Wave.
#285 - The 12 Eyepieces of Christmas
Chris and Shane answer 12 questions related to eyepieces.
#284 - Learning the Night Sky Part 2
Chris and Shane continue the from episode 277 about learning the winter sky.