The Actual Astronomy Podcast

#192 - Bad Weather and Listener Emails 03.02.2022 50:37 ↓

Bad weather is preventing Chris and Shane from observing, but there are lots of listener emails in this episode. 

#193 - Objects to Observe in the February Night Sky 2022 31.01.2022 43:02 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about lots of things to observe in February 2022.

#191 - Astronomy Friends 27.01.2022 44:06 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about why they enjoy observing with other people and give tips on how you can meet up with astronomers.

#190 - Listener Emails and a Mini Review of the Nikon Spotting Scope Eyepiece 24.01.2022 54:42 ↓

Chris and Shane cover a lot of topics in this episode!

#189 - All About Asterisms 20.01.2022 44:35 ↓

Chris and Shane discuss the significance of asterisms and list a bunch to observe.

#188 - When Will the Skies Clear?!?! 17.01.2022 38:37 ↓

Chris and Shane have not been able to observe, but read some listener emails and cover some miscellaneous topics. 

#187 - Understanding Eyepieces 13.01.2022 1:01:46 ↓

Many listener emails were asking questions about eyepieces so this episode is about eyepiece characteristics.

#186 - More JWST and Meteorite Information 10.01.2022 40:48 ↓

Chris and Shane discuss some listener photos of the James Webb Space Telescope and talk a little bit about meteorites again.

#185 - Collecting Meteorites 06.01.2022 44:56 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about how to build a meteorite collection.

#184 - A Very Chilly Observing Session & an Amazing Listener Observation of the James Webb Space Telescope 03.01.2022 49:54 ↓

Chris and Shane cover a number of different topics including Shanes cold weather observing session and an incredible listener observation of the JWST. 

#183 - Objects to Observe in January 2022 30.12.2021 39:55 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about solar systems events that you will want to observe in January 2022.

#182 - It’s Officially Cold…and a New Eyepiece to Try 27.12.2021 47:13 ↓

Cold temps are keeping Chris and Shane indoors, but Shane recently acquired a Nikon DS Wide eyepiece that is designed for a spotting scope. Shane plans to use this new eyepiece in his telescopes.

#181 - Christmas Space-tacular 23.12.2021 39:07 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about their favourite observations and favourite gear from 2021. 

#180 - It’s Getting Cold 20.12.2021 50:20 ↓

Chris and Shane have been dealing with cold temperatures, but were able to do a little observing. 

#179 - Another Chat with Mark from Refreshing Views 16.12.2021 55:56 ↓

Chris and Shane welcome back special guest Mark Radice from refreshingviews.com. Backyard observatories, vintage 10” refractors, and bino-telescopes are some of the topics covered in this episode. 

#178 - Electric Jackets, Flashlight Hacks, and Comet Leonard Observations 13.12.2021 55:54 ↓

Chris and Shane discuss a buffet of topics on this episode and a shoutout to Feedspot for placing our podcast in their top 5 list. Check it out here https://blog.feedspot.com/amateur_astronomy_podcasts/

#177 - Getting Ready For Cold Weather Observing 09.12.2021 50:19 ↓

Chris and Shane share what they do to stay warm while observing in cold temperatures. 

#176 - Listener Observations of Comet C/2021 A1 Leonard 06.12.2021 42:34 ↓

Chris and Shane read listener observations of comet C/2021 A1 Leonard.

#175 - Comet Leonard and Other Objects to Observe in December 2021 01.12.2021 36:53 ↓

Comet Leonard has potential to become a naked eye comet in December. Chris and Shane talk about this and other objects to observe in December. 

#174 - An Unexpected Review of the Pentax XW Eyepieces 29.11.2021 46:34 ↓

Chris and Shane talk about their experiences with the Pentax XW eyepieces. 

#173 - Observing Minor Planets and Asteroids 25.11.2021 42:19 ↓

Now that Jupiter and Saturn are getting lower in the sky, Chris and Shane talk about observing other solar system objects. 

#172 - Partial Lunar Eclipse Observations 22.11.2021 43:10 ↓

Chris and Shane discuss multiple observations of the colourful partial lunar eclipse. 

#171 - All About the 2021 Partial Lunar Eclipse 18.11.2021 39:14 ↓

Chris and Shane discuss everything you will need to know about the partial lunar eclipse on November 19, 2021.

#170 - Suitcase Observatory Update & Pondering New Telescopes 15.11.2021 45:53 ↓

Shane gives an update on his progress with building a suitcase observatory. Then Chris and Shane discuss some telescopes they are thinking of buying in the future. 

#169 - Autumn Observing Part 2 12.11.2021 51:23 ↓

Part 2 of Autumn Observing is all about prominent constellations and the interesting the objects that lie within.