The Garden Astronomer

The Garden Astronomer Podcast

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Welcome to The Garden Astronomer Podcast, where the wonders of the universe are brought down to Earth. Hosted by amateur astronomer Wayne McGraw and co-host Amy McGraw, each episode blends narrative storytelling with the science and human history behind comets, meteor showers, and the deep sky. From forgotten great comets to the clockwork return of spectacular meteor showers, hear the stories of celestial events that connect us to the night sky. Clean, insightful, and accessible — your audio companion for exploring the night sky.

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The Great 1913 Meteor Procession: The Night the Sky Unraveled 03.07.2026 16:16

In February 1913, thousands of people across the Western Hemisphere witnessed a slow-motion cosmic parade of meteors grazing the atmosphere. In this episode, we dive into eyewitness accounts of that unforgettable night and explore the scientific research that revealed the truth behind the spectacle. It wasn’t just a meteor shower. It was an awe-inspiring disintegration Continue reading "The...

The Great Comet of 1811: Companion to a Shaking World 20.06.2026 14:30

Discover the history of the Great Comet of 1811. Visible to the naked eye for nine months, this spectacular comet mystified the globe, coincided with the terrifying New Madrid earthquakes, inspired Tecumseh and Napoleon, and even yielded a legendary wine vintage.

The Great Daylight Comet of 1910 14.06.2026 10:57

In 1910, the world eagerly awaited the return of Halley’s Comet—but a sudden comet stole the show months earlier. Discover the incredible story of the Great January Comet, a celestial giant so exceptionally bright it could be seen blazing in broad daylight.