The Nature of Nantucket

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about New Horizons, the spacecraft that flew by Pluto in 2016, and is now venturing into interstellar space.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche is joined by Maureen Koetz , President of Planet A Strategies which is a firm dedicated to advancing sustainable enterprise management. Maureen shares insights into the mission behind Planet A, how they're helping organizations innovate for a greener future, and the impact of sustainability on business strategy. She also reflects on her distinguishe...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about Enceladus, one of Saturn’s moons that has geysers shooting water into space.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche sits down with Jascin Finger , Deputy Director of the Maria Mitchell Association and Curator of the Mitchell House archives and special collections. Together, they explore Jascin’s role at the MMA, recent developments on Vestal Street, and the ongoing renovations that are shaping the future of this historic institution. They also dive into the rich histo...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about the possibility of life on planets outside our Solar System.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche sits down with Nikoline Bohr — artist, treasure hunter, and program assistant at the Maria Mitchell Association. Nikoline shares the story of her journey to Nantucket, her educational background, and how her creative spirit and curiosity fuel both her art and her love of uncovering hidden gems. She also gives us a look behind the scenes at her work with...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about how the date of Easter is set because of the Moon.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche welcomes Anya Freeman , founder and CEO of Kind Designs , a groundbreaking company using 3D printing to create living seawalls. Anya shares the inspiring journey that led her to this innovative work, from discovering her passion for environmental solutions to launching a mission-driven company. She dives into the exciting projects Kind Designs is current...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about the discovery of 128 new moons around Saturn.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche sits down with Jascin Finger , Deputy Director of the Maria Mitchell Association and Curator of the Mitchell House archives and special collections. Together, they explore Jascin’s role at the MMA, recent developments on Vestal Street, and the ongoing renovations that are shaping the future of this historic institution. They also dive into the rich histo...

The Star Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The First Day of Spring. Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the astronomical meaning of Spring.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche welcomes two water experts with deep roots in Nantucket's environmental landscape: Charles Johnson , Storm Water Manager for the Town of Nantucket, and RJ Turcotte , “Water Keeper” for the Nantucket Land and Water Council and newly appointed “Nantucket Liaison” for State Representative Thomas Moakley . In this insightful episode, Charles and RJ shar...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about what happens when there is a total eclipse of the Moon.

This week, host Joanna Roche sits down with Kimbery Schulam , the Stranding Coordinator for Marine Mammal Alliance Nantucket . Kimberly takes us on her journey to Nantucket, sharing her passion for marine mammals and the unique path that led her to her current role. She discusses her work with the Marine Mammal Alliance, offering insights into the organization's efforts to protect and care fo...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about how Abraham Lincoln used a knowledge of the heavens to win a case in court.

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about water on Mars and whether life might have formed there billions of years ago. 

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about Galileo and his many scientific discoveries.

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about asteroids and what they are made of.

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about how the Earth needs to prepare to avoid a collision with an asteroid.

This week host Joanna Roche talks with Zoe Barry.   From Wall Street to being a racecar driver to being the founder and CEO of Zingeroo, Zoe has done it all! She chats with Joanna and tells her about what brought her to Nantucket, her exciting background and making an impact in more traditionally male-dominated industries. To learn more about the Maria Mitchell Association visit https://www.mariam...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about how the planets seem to be lined up across the sky this month.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche sits down with Ginger Andrews , the Field Ornithologist for the Maria Mitchell Association , for an insightful conversation about the new and most important news on Nantucket’s birdlife. Ginger talks about many subjects throughout the show including Avian Flu on Nantucket, safety precautions we can all take, Bald Eagles on island, Purple Sandpipers and m...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about the new Rubin Observatory named after the astronomer, Vera Rubin, who discovered dark matter.

This week on the show, host Joanna Roche sits down with John Barentine , Principal Consultant and Expert at Dark Sky Consulting , for an engaging conversation about his journey into the world of astronomy and his transition to becoming a dark sky consultant. John shares fascinating insights into his work, including the importance of measuring light pollution with a sky quality meter and the urgent...

Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association . This week Geoff talks about Mars which is bright in our sky right now.