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In this episode, we dive into the wonders of August 2024 skies. This month, you can look forward to viewing several planets, the Perseid Meteor Shower, the Moon’s Alpine Valley, and we’ll examine some of the best globular clusters in Sagittarius. We’ll also update you on some space missions and much more!

I’m apologizing in advance for the nasal sound of my voice, my allergies were bothering me.

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Stellarium: https://stellarium.org/

August 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGSept24Guide

The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide

Saturn Occultation: https://in-the-sky.org/news.php?id=20...

Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35

Clark TV-36:

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 In this episode in our All About Series we take a look at Emission Nebulae. Learn about how they formed, their impact on the science of astronomy and we offer some tips on how you can observe them. Whether you’ve been at this for years or just starting out, there's something here for everyone.

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If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review the AstroGuy Podcast. Share it with your friends and fellow stargazers. Stay tuned for more exciting episodes exploring the wonders of the cosmos! The information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Until next time, keep looking up at the stars! Carpe Noctem, seize the night! 

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In this episode, we cover the planets, the moon, the upcoming total solar eclipse, as well as exploring some of the best that can be seen on April evenings.

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Part 1 of our Eclipse Special: https://youtu.be/SASAKY4ew78?si=TFX6W...
Part 2 of our Eclipse Special: https://youtu.be/Nfxc3nrjPUs?si=8mzVm...

The Great Astronomers, Sir William Herschel: http://tinyurl.com/AGWHerschel

The April 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGEPApr24
The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide

Virtual Lunar Atlas Download Link: https://ap-i.net/avl/en/download

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In this episode we discuss the upcoming total solar eclipse, what you can expect to see along with some tips about having the best eclipse experience.  We also go over how to photograph the eclipse.  There’s tons of great info in the episode.  Enjoy it! 

If you haven’t watched part one of the Eclipse Special, you can see it here: https://youtu.be/SASAKY4ew78?si=Q-DuIuJxjvkxjceb

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In this episode, we cover the planets, the moon, as well as exploring some of the best DSO’s in the little known constellations of Hydra and Monoceros, that can be seen on March evenings.

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Part 1 of our Eclipse Special: https://youtu.be/SASAKY4ew78?si=TFX6WnwBn_8fj60z

The Great Astronomers, Sir William Herschel: http://tinyurl.com/AGWHerschel

The March 2024 Episode Guide: http://tinyurl.com/AGEPMar24

The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide

March 3rd Antares/Moon occultation:  https://in-the-sky.org/news.php?id=20240303_16_100

March 24-25 Penumbral Lunar Eclipse data: https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/lunar/2024-march-25

Virtual Lunar Atlas Download Link: https://ap-i.net/avl/en/download

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In this episode we discuss the upcoming total solar eclipse and where to see it, along with some of the equipment to help you enjoy the spectacle. Part 2 will go into detail about how to observe and image the eclipse.

Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee
Our Facebook group page:   / astroguypod 

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Time and Date Solar Projector https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/m... 

Astronomy Magazine Article with plans for a solar projector 

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In this episode, we cover the planets, the moon, as well as exploring some of the best DSO’s in Auriga and Orion, that can be seen on February evenings.

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The Great Astronomers, Sir William Herschel: http://tinyurl.com/AGWHerschel

The February 2024 Episode Guide: http://tinyurl.com/AGFeb24EG

The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: https://tinyurl.com/AG-EpisodeGuideSorted

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In this episode, we explore the Moon, its phases, the basics of eclipses along with various ways how to observe them.  We’ll also dive into how the Moon impacts religion, calendars, art, culture and more!  

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Where did the Moon come from? With Michael Corvese: https://youtu.be/LliFRqeUZv4?si=VzCNZRucEHfH419p

The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: https://tinyurl.com/AG-EpisodeGuideSorted

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In this episode, we cover the planets, a meteor shower, as well as exploring some of the best double stars that are seen on January evenings.

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The January 2024 Episode Guide: http://tinyurl.com/AG-Jan24

December 2023 Episode:    • What's Up in the December 2023 Skies? 

March 2022 Episode (Winter Hexagon):    • Episode 14  What's Up March 2022 

The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AG-All-Episodes

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The AstroGuy Podcast wants to wish everyone a joyous holiday season, a happy New Year and as always, Clear Skies! Due to a recent bad head cold, an episode that’s all about the Moon is being pushed back to January. Enjoy a holiday greeting and catch up on some of the recent imaging projects that your host has been working on.
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