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| Saturn-Titan Transits with Greg Shanos | 16 Nov 2025 | 00:37:12 | |
In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne sits down with planetary imager Greg Shanos, one of the most dedicated and skilled amateur astronomers working today. Greg recently completed an extraordinary observing project: imaging 15 out of 16 Titan transits across Saturn during this year’s rare transit season. These events only occur during brief windows every 15 years, making his achievement one of the most complete amateur records of the phenomenon. Before the interview, Wayne reminds listeners about the 1,000-subscriber contest, where one lucky viewer will win a free autographed and numbered print. If you haven’t entered yet, be sure to visit the contest video and leave a comment before November 25th. In the main segment, Greg shares how he planned and executed his transit campaign, the gear and imaging workflow he relied on, the challenges he faced along the way, and what these observations reveal about the Saturnian system. Greg was recently honored with the 2025 Walter A. Haas Observer Award from ALPO, recognizing his significant contributions to lunar and planetary observing. This episode offers a deep look at the power and passion of amateur astronomy — and how one dedicated observer can produce scientifically meaningful work that stands alongside professional data. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment—it really helps us grow and reach more interested folks. Contact: AstroGuyPodcast@gmail.com If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs The “Great Astronomers” Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt4C8zx3Um7L05cMfYQC5z_UaQACdduTF WinJupos https://jupos.org/gh/download.htm Firecapture https://www.Firecapture.de Sharpcap https://www.sharpcap.co.uk/ Autostakkert4 https://www.autostakkert.com/wp/download Registax6 https://www.astronomie.be/registax/ Astraimage https://astraimage.com GIMP https://www.gimp.org/downloads Photoshop CS4 https://www.adobe.com/photoshop | |||
| What's Up in the November 2025 Skies? | 26 Oct 2025 | 00:21:48 | |
In this episode of The AstroGuy Podcast, Wayne explores what’s happening in the night sky this November. The evening skies are filled with bright planets — Jupiter shines brilliantly all month, Saturn’s rings appear nearly edge-on, and Uranus reaches opposition on November 21st, making this the best time of the year to view the distant ice giant. Neptune remains faint in Pisces, while Mercury, Mars, and Venus make brief appearances near sunrise and sunset. Comet Lemmon (C/2025 A6) continues to impress observers, while Comet SWAN (C/2025 R2) offers a fainter but rewarding binocular challenge. The Leonid meteor shower peaks on November 17th and 18th under dark, moonless skies, with about a dozen meteors per hour expected. In space news, SpaceX achieved another milestone with the successful dual splashdowns of Starship and its booster during Flight 11. This month’s lunar feature is Gassendi Crater, a striking, terraced impact crater on the edge of Mare Humorum. The Deep Sky Tour focuses on Perseus, high in the eastern sky on November evenings. Wayne shares the mythology behind the hero who rescued Andromeda and highlights Perseus’s brightest stars — Mirfak and Algol — along with several deep sky treasures. Wayne also previews the next episode — an interview with planetary imager Greg Shanos, who recently captured 15 of 16 Titan transits across Saturn. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment—it really helps us grow and reach more interested folks. Contact: AstroGuyPodcast@gmail.com If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! | |||
| Integration Time: Is more really better? | 22 Jun 2025 | 00:20:10 | |
Welcome to the AstroGuy Podcast!, in this episode we’re focusing on one of the most essential topics in astrophotography—total integration time. Have you ever asked yourself why experienced astrophotographers spend hours—or even nights—on a single target? Well, we’ll break down exactly what integration time is, why it plays a vital role in your deep sky images, and how you can maximize your total exposure time for sharper, more detailed results. Whether you're a beginner in astrophotography or looking to take your imaging to the next level, this episode is packed with practical tips, clear explanations, and real-world advice to help you get the most out of every frame. In the episode, we’ll cover topics such as: • What is total integration time? • Why longer exposures make a difference • How to shoot across multiple nights • Planning for moonlight and light pollution • The importance of calibration frames (darks, flats, bias) • Avoiding the trap of shooting too many targets in one night If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?... Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Music Credits: Phase Shift by Scott Buckley There Was A Time by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au/library Under the Sun by Keys of Moon www.chosic.com Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... | |||
| What's up in November 2021 Skies? | 30 Oct 2021 | 00:24:06 | |
In this episode, we dive into a meteor shower, a comet, a lunar eclipse, the planets that are visible and we explore two different constellations. | |||
| A bright comet may be gracing our skies and more | 19 Oct 2021 | 00:17:06 | |
In this episode, we discuss the ABC's of stargazing, Library Telescopes and Comet Leonard, which could be a relatively bright naked eye comet in December. | |||
| What's up in the sky this October? | 30 Sep 2021 | 00:13:48 | |
Episode 3 of the AstroGuy Podcast. In this episode, we talk about various happenings in the night sky, including a minor meteor shower that could flare up, great shows being put on by several planets and we explores some galaxies and Open Star Clusters. | |||
| Talking Astrophotography with Jonathon Eggleston from West Virginia Astronomy | 23 Sep 2021 | 01:01:44 | |
In this episode, I interview Jonathon Eggleston. | |||
| What's up in the sky this September | 01 Sep 2021 | 00:17:18 | |
In our very first episode, we discuss what's up in the sky this month, as well as a look at what will be in our future episodes. | |||
| What's Up in the June 2025 Skies? | 28 May 2025 | 00:21:54 | |
Welcome to the AstroGuy Podcast, your monthly guide to the night sky! In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the top astronomical events in June 2025, including planetary alignments, lunar features, space exploration updates, and deep sky objects you won’t want to miss. Whether you're using a telescope, binoculars, or just your eyes, there's plenty to see in the night sky this June! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The June 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGGuideJune25 The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Charles Messier episode: https://youtu.be/3JvAEj29OBo?si=P7E2wCvIP9ZN00ZF William Herschel episode: https://youtu.be/1sCFTQf03Wk?si=nkc4_SaeR61Z5BOp Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Audio Credits:
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| Looking Ahead: What's coming up on the podcast? | 18 May 2025 | 00:04:25 | |
I've been getting over a bad head cold and I wasn't able to get the episode that I had planned to publish recorded. So, in this brief episode, we get a sneak peak into what's coming up in future episodes. Enjoy! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs NOAA Aurora Prediction page: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/communities/aurora-dashboard-experimental Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG | |||
| What's Up in the May 2025 Skies? | 27 Apr 2025 | 00:26:18 | |
May has arrived, and with it comes warmer evenings, vibrant landscapes in full bloom, and a night sky packed with incredible sights to enjoy. Whether you're setting up a telescope, grabbing a pair of binoculars, or simply stepping outside to look up, there's plenty to see this month. In this episode, we’ll explore some of the highlights of the May night sky: Which planets are visible this month, when and where to look for them. We'll spotlight one of the Moon’s most breathtaking and detailed features, examine a meteor shower, a comet and then we’ll take a tour through one of the sky’s most underrated, but rich constellations. Whether you're an experienced astronomer who’s been observing for years, or you're just starting your journey into the night sky, this episode is packed with tips, background information, and observing advice to help you make the most of your nights under the stars. Make sure to subscribe to the AstroGuy Podcast for monthly sky tours, deep dives into celestial phenomena, and tips to enhance your observing experience. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Comet SWAN information: https://theskylive.com/c2025f2-info May 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGMay2025Guide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Music Credits: Spring Flowers by Keys of Moon https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Evening Improvisation by Spheriá https://soundcloud.com/spheriamusic Adrift Among Infinite Stars by Scott Buckley Relaxing Chill Music ARNOR by Alex-Productions
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| Inside NEAF 2025: The World's Largest Astronomy Expo | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:27:10 | |
April means it's time for one of the most anticipated annual events in amateur astronomy and this one isn’t in the sky. On April 5th and 6th the 34th North East Astronomy Forum, aka NEAF was held! In this episode we’ll highlight some of the vendors, talks and more. If you’ve never been to NEAF this episode lets you know why it’s a must-attend for visual observers, astrophotographers, and gear lovers alike. From top-tier speakers and cutting-edge gear and surprise product launches, we’ll give you a breakdown of NEAF 2025. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs
NEAF Information: https://www.neafexpo.com/
Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG ZWO Products: https://bit.ly/3Y0ZpC1 Pegasus Astro Smart Eye Electronic Eyepiece: https://www.highpointscientific.com/pegasus-astro-smarteye Astro-Physics: https://www.astro-physics.com Celestron Products: https://bit.ly/3RipDfB Nagler Type 7 Eyepieces: https://bit.ly/42dKB5J SkyWatcher Heliostar 76 Ha Solar Telescope: https://bit.ly/3G3br7J SkyWatcher HAC125DX Mini Astrograph: https://bit.ly/4j7sTqe SkyWatcher EQ-AL55i Pro: https://bit.ly/3YmHjL9 Music Credits: Transcendence by Alexander Nakarada | https://creatorchords.com The Things That Keep Us Here by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au MANTRA by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| What's Up in the April 2025 Skies? | 30 Mar 2025 | 00:25:39 | |
April is here! And with it comes warmer days, blooming flowers and trees along with crisp evening skies. This month the planets are still putting on a nice show, and we’ll explore one of the most famous areas on the Moon, learn about the Lyrid Meteor Shower, get a space mission update and explore some of the best that Canes Venatici has for us to observe on April evenings. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The April 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/April25EpGuide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Charles Messier episode: https://youtu.be/3JvAEj29OBo?si=P7E2wCvIP9ZN00ZF William Herschel episode: https://youtu.be/1sCFTQf03Wk?si=nkc4_SaeR61Z5BOp March 13-14, 2025 Total Lunar Eclipse live stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/oo797dcWNCU?si=7dw5HseQhEr9syD3 Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Credits Images: John Richards ESA/NASA The Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA) R. Gendler G. Bacon Juan Iacruz John Vickery Jim Matthes Adam Block Jordan Cochran Bruce Waters Chris Callie Jianfeng Dai Bruce McClure John Hall EarthSky.org NASA LRO Sloan Digital Sky Survey Daniel Nobre
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| Talking Smart Telescopes with Phil Harrington and Al Papsun | 09 Mar 2025 | 00:58:15 | |
Smart telescopes are changing the way we explore the night sky, making astrophotography more accessible than ever. In this episode, I’m joined by two amateur astronomers, astronomy author Phil Harrington and Al Papsun to discuss the latest advancements in smart telescope technology. We’ll dive into the capabilities of many different smart scopes, exploring how these devices are reshaping the amateur astronomy experience. Are smart telescopes the future? What do they do well, and where do they fall short? Whether you’re a beginner looking for your first telescope or a seasoned observer curious about the latest tech, this episode will give you all the insights you need. So sit back and enjoy, it’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Purchase Phil Harrington’s books: https://amzn.to/4i8RhaC | |||
| What's Up in the March 2025 Skies? | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:25:57 | |
March is here, roaring in like a lion, and only time will tell if it will go out like a lamb. You’ve certainly noticed that the days are getting longer and soon, the Winter weather will make way for warmer temperatures as Spring approaches. This month, we’ll explore the planets, the crater Cassini on the Moon, a spectacular Lunar Eclipse that will be visible this month, then we’ll explore some of the galaxies that Leo has for us to enjoy and there’s a fun challenge there as well. So sit back and enjoy, it’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod The March 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/March25EpGuide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Phil Harrington’s article about this month’s DSO challenge: See www.cloudynights.com/articles/cat/column/phil-harrington-s/cosmic-challenge-leo-trio-2-r3231 March 13-14, 2025 Total Lunar Eclipse Information : https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/lunar/2025-march-14 Mars Occultation Live Stream January 13, 2025: https://tinyurl.com/MarsJan13Occ Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Purchase Phil Harrington’s book “Cosmic Challenge: The Ultimate Observing List for Amateurs”: https://amzn.to/3XiF62z Music Credits: Keys of Moon Under the Sun (Chosic) Phase Shift by Scott Buckley Last And First Light by Scott Buckley There Was A Time by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au Distant Sky by Keys of Moon soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 | |||
| Talking about the WVAA - A unique Astronomy Club | 16 Feb 2025 | 01:07:38 | |
In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Bill Brown and Jonathon Eggleston, who are members of the West Virginia Astrophotography Association. This unique organization is promoting astrophotography at all levels, they hold monthly star parties, have an annual conference, the advocate about proper lighting and much more So enjoy the conversation as we learn about the WVAA It’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Interview with Dr. Mario Motta about Light Pollution: https://youtu.be/iPhFjIUwZ7w?si=qUT-O0wDzIRXh0zY WVAA Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15jK5qArEp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WVAA304 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wvastrophotography?igsh=YTloeTB2MndjYm9r Discord: https://discord.gg/Xxbg9ujqTA Affiliate Links ZWO Seestar: https://bit.ly/4hE0Jm3 Dwarf Labs Dwarf 3: https://bit.ly/405Ssjq High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG
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| What's Up in the February 2025 Skies | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:22:57 | |
Winter is in full swing, and despite that February is often the coldest month of the year, it’s the shortest and there’s lots of great object to explore. In this episode, we’ll explore the planets and how to see them and an update on Comet ATLAS. We’ll look at several space mission updates, explore a large crater on the moon and then explore some of the best objects that can be seen in Canis Major. It’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The February 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGFeb25 The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs William Herschel Episode: https://youtu.be/1sCFTQf03Wk?si=dpCUG_4WHUU2DSN4 Links: Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Credits Videos: Blue Origin NASA Space Flight Amy Brown Images: Wayne Zuhl NGC 2359 & NGC 2362 images Copyright Adam Block/Mount Lemmon SkyCenter/University of Arizona Comet ATLAS image Caroline Jones FireflySpace.com HakutoR by Artvill PUNCH by punch.space.swri.edu NASA/LRO NGC 2204 by Donald Pelletier NGC2360 images by Roberto Mura https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Sky simulations were made using Stellarium Music Credits: Phase Shift by Scott Buckley Last And First Light by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au Distant Sky by Keys of Moon soundcloud.com/keysofmoon
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0:00 Intro 0:32 Planetary Roundup 8:05 Comet Update 8:27 Space Mission Updates 10:40 Lunar Feature of the Month 12:47 DSO’s | |||
| 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube Special! **Contest** | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:08:46 | |
We’ve reached 1,000 subscribers! In this special episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, I’m sharing the story behind one of my first deep-sky photos — the North America and Pelican Nebulae — and announcing an exclusive giveaway for viewers. You could win a signed, one-of-a-kind metal print of this image! Join me as we celebrate this milestone and look ahead to what’s next for the channel. Celebrating 1,000 Subscribers + Exclusive Giveaway! Welcome to a very special episode of the AstroGuy Podcast on YouTube! I’ll share a little about how this journey began, what’s ahead for the channel, and how you can enter a contest to win something truly special — a signed, numbered (1 of 1) metal print of one of my early astrophotos featuring the North America and Pelican Nebulae. Thank you for watching, listening, commenting, and being part of this growing space-loving community! How to Enter the Contest To enter: 3. Entries must submitted before midnight on November 21, 2025. 4. Prize will only be shipped to a US address. That’s it! One random commenter will be chosen to win the signed, 1-of-1 metal print of my photo of the North America and Pelican Nebulae. Winner will be announced in an the “What’s Up in the December 2025 Skies?” episode and via community post. Contest Disclaimer This contest is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with YouTube. By participating, you agree to release YouTube from any liability related to this contest. Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025r2-info Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025a6-info Affiliate Links Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Audio Credits: Last and First Light by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative C | |||
| 2024 - The Year in Review | 12 Jan 2025 | 00:21:19 | |
2024 is behind us and it was a very busy year astronomically speaking. There were several groundbreaking space missions, eclipses, aurora, comets and much more that graced our skies. In the episode we’ll explore some highlights of the year. Stay tuned till the end as we have some information about what will be coming up as far as our content in the new year. It’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media What’s Up in the December 2024 Skies?: https://youtu.be/iSiHbd2AS7k T Cor Bor episode: https://youtu.be/iocIBrldMPE Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas Episode: https://youtu.be/GfFwpbAjeAY The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG ZWO ASI-2600MC-AIR: https://bit.ly/4g1cpOp ZWO Seestar S30: https://bit.ly/41Wk0u4 Dwarf Labs Dwarf III: https://bit.ly/4gDblRN ZWO CAA: https://bit.ly/3BKCJOH Celestron Origin: https://bit.ly/3DIKSnd
Credits: Aurora Video Kaitlyn Seabright Creative Commons No Derivatives license CC-BY-ND Images: Bill Griffeth Bobby Marinov Donna Harris Scott Badger Phil Harrington Sky & Telescope ESO/E. Slawik John Walker Carlesa25 Wayne Zuhl Hera image ESA – Science Office, CC BY-SA IGO 3.0
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| What's Up in the January 2025 Skies? | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:22:02 | |
Happy New Year!!! Hopefully you had a joyous holiday season filled with lots of clear skies! In this episode, we’ll discuss the planets, a meteor shower, a comet, then we’ll explore what is considered the brightest feature on the moon, before taking a sneak peek at some great astronomical events that will be happening in 2025. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! | |||
| New Jersey Skies: The Rise of the Drones | 21 Dec 2024 | 00:11:59 | |
This December sure has been interesting! Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve likely heard about the myriad of mysterious drone sightings that began in New Jersey in November. In this episode, we tell the story of the drong sightings, explain what a drone is, what they’re used for, along with tips to identify that what you’re seeing is actually a drone and not a plane or helicopter in the distance. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide
Links: The FBI 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) Tips.FBI.gov New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. www.NJOHSP.gov Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Binoculars: https://amzn.to/3ZRGfyu Binocular Mount: https://amzn.to/3ZGyU4I
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| What's Up in the December 2024 Skies? | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:19:14 | |
In this episode, we explore what planets can be seen and when and how to find them. We also discuss a comet, meteor shower, another groundbreaking space mission and then we explore a snow man on the moon. Lastly, we’ll explore some holiday themed wonders in the night sky. It’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media December Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGDec2024 The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs Mobile Observatory: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zima.mobileobservatorypro&pcampaignid=web_share Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG
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0:00 Intro 0:15 Planetary Updates 8:03 Comet Update 8:57 Meteor Showers 9:22 Space Mission Updates 9:57 Lunar Feature of the Month 12:15 Deep Sky Tour 17:16 Conclusion | |||
| Astronomy Basics | 20 Nov 2024 | 00:20:07 | |
When starting out in amateur astronomy, there are so many terms and concepts that are part of the hobby. Some are not easy to understand, some are. In this episode we’ll explore several of these and explain them in a way that is straightforward and easy to understand. We’ll explore magnitude, angular measurements, celestial coordinates and more, all while revealing some helpful tips along the way to make your astronomical journey more fun. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! | |||
| What's Up in the November 2024 Skies? | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:25:09 | |
October was filled with many wonderful treats, gracing the night skies. In this episode, we explore what planets can be seen and when and how to find them. We also discuss a couple of comets, meteor showers, some groundbreaking space missions and then we explore an enigmatic crater on the moon. Lastly, we’ll explore the constellation Andromeda and discover several of the wonders within its boundaries. It’s going to be a LOT of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media November Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGNov24Guide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Links: Our “All About Comets” episode: https://youtu.be/Szpg7l8RAEU What’s Up in the October 2024 Skies?: https://youtu.be/HEHNbD1beLw Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS finder: https://theskylive.com/c2023a3-info The Great Astronomers – Caroline Herschel: https://youtu.be/ZVrIHoOVmvY?si=2-4XwgAAkZK2wtpP Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG | |||
| It's here! Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS | 10 Oct 2024 | 00:16:22 | |
A bright comet is gracing our skies! It’s been nearly 30 years since we’ve had a comet this bright visible in our skies. In this episode, we’ll learn about Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, how it was discovered, where it’s from, what to expect from it as well as when and where to see it. This is going to be a blast! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media Links: Our “All About Comets” episode: https://youtu.be/Szpg7l8RAEU What’s Up in the October 2024 Skies?: https://youtu.be/HEHNbD1beLw Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Predictions: https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/update-comet-tsuchinshan-atlas-might-outshine-predictions/ Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS finder: https://theskylive.com/c2023a3-info Visible Dark’s explanation about comet processing in Pixinsight: https://youtu.be/SNdt-d__RFg?si=k244llvhjU2FGkYl Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Binoculars: https://bit.ly/3zVHIuT Binocular Mount: https://amzn.to/485GBoX Music Credits Song: Castles In The Sky License: Creative Commons (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0 https://youtube.com/user/musicbyscottb Music powered by BreakingCopyright
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| What's Up in the October 2024 Skies? | 10 Oct 2024 | 00:22:40 | |
In this episode, we’ll explore what wonders can be seen in the October 2024. We’ll explore the planets, go over an eclipse, a meteor shower, a bright comet, and a space mission update. Since Halloween is almost here, we’ll also explore some of the scariest deep sky objects in the sky. It’s going to be a lot of fun! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media October 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGOct24Guide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide
Links: October 2nd Annular Eclipse: https://in-the-sky.org/news.php?id=20241002_09_100 Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Predictions: https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-news/update-comet-tsuchinshan-atlas-might-outshine-predictions/ Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS finder: https://theskylive.com/c2023a3-info What’s Up in the September 2024 Skies? (Montes Alpes): https://youtu.be/ohY72oLh1IY?si=Bo4vsnJE3zZfOuRY Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG | |||
| My Workflow with the ASIAIR | 22 Sep 2024 | 00:40:46 | |
This episode is for the astrophotographers or anyone interested in getting started in astrophotography. We discuss the features of the ASIAIR and I go through my work flow of how I use the control all my gear when I’m doing astrophotography. | |||
| What's Up in the September 2024 Skies? | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:27:53 | |
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! | |||
| What's Up in the October 2025 Skies? | 28 Sep 2025 | 00:28:19 | |
What’s Up in the October 2025 Skies October is one of the best months of the year for stargazing! In this episode we explore everything happening in the skies this month: Mercury, Mars, and the Moon make for some beautiful conjunctions in the evening sky. Venus still dominates the mornings, while Jupiter and Saturn put on steady shows all night. October brings the chance to spot two comets, plus, the Orionid meteor shower peaks under dark skies with no Moon interference. Then we’ll take a close-up look at Petavius Crater, one of the Moon’s most spectacular impact sites, and then we dive into Pegasus exploring some of its bright stars, to a standout globular cluster to several galaxy groups and faint, and unique planetary nebula to round out the tour. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned stargazer, there’s something here for everyone this month. If you catch a glimpse of the comets, Orionid meteors, or any of the features we’ve talked about, share your observations with us in the AstroGuy Podcast Facebook Group or tag us on social media. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment—it really helps us grow and reach more interested folks. Contact: AstroGuyPodcast@gmail.com If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The October 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGGuideOct25 The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs The “Great Astronomers” Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt4C8zx3Um7L05cMfYQC5z_UaQACdduTF Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025r2-info Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025a6-info Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG OIII Filters: https://bit.ly/4gLlHzX Audio Credits: Hymn To The Dawn by Scott Buckley Adrift Among Infinite Stars by Scott Buckley Last and First Light by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 Creative Commons CC BY 3. | |||
| All About Emission Nebulae | 16 Aug 2024 | 00:28:20 | |
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. | |||
| What's Up in the August 2024 Skies? | 28 Jul 2024 | 00:24:19 | |
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! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Carpe Noctem! Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Stellarium: https://stellarium.org/ August 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGAug24Guide 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=20240821_16_100 What’s Up in the July 2024 Skies?: https://youtu.be/exxfO4v2wSM?si=E7pyblWwIB1nxKZK | |||
| All About Comets | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:25:32 | |
In this episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, host Wayne Zuhl takes listeners on a cosmic journey through the captivating world of comets. Often described as "dirty snowballs," comets have intrigued and mystified humans for centuries. This episode explores the nature of comets, their origins, how to observe them, and their rich historical and cultural significance. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or a curious beginner, this episode offers something for everyone. If you’d like to support the channel feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! If you shop from the affiliate links, you pay the same price, but a small portion comes back to support the podcast. We really appreciate it! Buy us a cup of coffee: https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Links from the episode: TheSkyLive: https://theskylive.com Stellarium: https://stellarium.org Affiliate Links: High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/3W4lTQT 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! | |||
| What's Up in the July 2024 Skies? | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:24:15 | |
July is a fun and busy month for astronomy! This month we’ll let you know when how and where to see the planets, a comet, and a meteor shower. We also discuss a fun lunar feature and explore some of the best show case deep sky objects that can be seen non summer nights and much more! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod TheSkyLive link for Comet Olbers: https://theskylive.com/13p-info Link to T CrB episode: https://youtu.be/iocIBrldMPE Stellarium: https://stellarium.org/ July 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGJuly2024Guide The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide | |||
| All About T Corona Borealis - The Blaze Star | 09 Jun 2024 | 00:14:58 | |
There may be a new bright star that will be visible in our skies, and it could occur any day! In this episode we examine the binary star, T Corona Borealis, a recurrent nova, as well as examining the different types of novae (supernovae are a completely different phenomenon), what to expect with T Cr B and how to find and observe it. Enjoy! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod AAVSO Website: https://www.aavso.org/ AAVSO Episode: https://youtu.be/0vTldOj3Le0?si=yepkt2UFQZVuWVR8 Stellarium: https://stellarium.org/ Aperture Photometry Tool: https://aperturephotometry.org/ AstroImageJ: https://www.astro.louisville.edu/software/astroimagej/ | |||
| What's Up in the June 2024 Skies? | 27 May 2024 | 00:20:59 | |
In this episode we discuss the bountiful morning parade of planets, an easy to spot large crater on the moon, some upcoming rocket launches and then we explore some of the best globular clusters that can be seen on June Evenings. Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod The June 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/June24EG The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide You can also watch the episode on YouTube. | |||
| Discussing Light Pollution with Dr. Mario Motta, M.D. | 21 May 2024 | 01:03:59 | |
Get ready for a fascinating and educational episode! I had the privilege of chatting with Dr. Mario Motta, a renowned cardiologist and passionate amateur astronomer. Dr. Motta has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research on light pollution and its far-reaching effects on the environment, human health, and wildlife. This conversation is packed with intriguing insights and practical tips. I’m confident you’ll find it as enlightening and engaging as I did! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Mario Motta’s Webpage: https://www.mariomottamd.com/ International Dark Sky Association: https://darksky.org/ Stellafane Website: https://stellafane.org/ AMA Statement on LED Lighting: https://darksky.org/news/ama-report-affirms-human-health-impacts-from-leds/ Special thanks to Mario Motta and the International Dark Sky Association for several of the images used in the video. | |||
| What's Up in the May 2024 Skies? | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:18:08 | |
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. Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Site for occultation information: https://in-the-sky.org The May 2024 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGMay24Guide 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 | |||
| Eclipse Followup - April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:22:38 | |
Follow the AstroGuy on his eclipse adventure that involved more than 24 hours of driving, 2 countries, clouds, clear skies, LOTS of traffic, totality and more! | |||
| What's Up in the April 2024 Skies? | 24 Mar 2024 | 00:28:22 | |
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. | |||
| Rediscovering the Joy of Visual Observing | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:17:00 | |
In this episode I recount how I rediscovered the pure joy of visual observing. For years, I’ve been focused on capturing images of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters, but one night with just a pair of 7x50 binoculars reminded me why I fell in love with the night sky in the first place. From spotting several of my favorite deep sky objects, to catching Saturn and Neptune in the same binocular field, the experience was both simple and magical. No cables, no cameras, no software—just me, and the universe. In this episode, we’ll talk about: Sometimes the most meaningful moments in astronomy come not from images or data, but from simply looking up. Whether you’re brand new to the hobby or have been at it for decades, I hope this episode inspires you to step outside, look up, and reconnect with the night sky. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help spread the joy of stargazing. Join the AstroGuy Podcast community on Facebook, and share your own observing experiences! If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, comment, and share, and leave a review. Carpe Noctem! Keywords (comma separated): Links: Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod Cranford TV-35: https://www.cranfordnj.org/tv-35 Clark TV-36: https://www.ourclark.com/194/Clark-News---Our-Clark-Media The September 2025 Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/AGGuideSept25
The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide
Our “Astronomy Basics” episode: https://youtu.be/MtUkLVneNYs
The “Great Astronomers” Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt4C8zx3Um7L05cMfYQC5z_UaQACdduTF Affiliate Links High Point Scientific: https://www.highpointscientific.com/?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4gFQmOG Fujinon 7x50 Binoculars: https://amzn.to/4noSXz1 Bushnell 10x50 Binoculars: https://amzn.to/3I603cO Phil Harrington’s Touring the Universe through Binoculars: https://amzn.to/46hKyGP Credits Audio Credits: Under the Sun by Keys of Moon Last and First Light by Scott Buckley Adrift Amongst Infinite Stars by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 Creative | |||
| The Great American Eclipse of April 8, 2024 - Part 2 | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:22:18 | |
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 Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Paper Frame Eclipse Glasses: 5 pack https://amzn.to/42t6CM9 10 Pack: Coleman Camping Chair Time and Date Solar Projector https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/make-pinhole-projector.html Astronomy Magazine Article with plans for a solar projector https://www.astronomy.com/observing/eclipse-viewing-made-simple/ Celestron Eclipse kit Celestron 10x42 Solar Binoculars Cell phone filter Smart Telescopes with Solar capabilities Dwarf II ZWO Seestar S50 https://www.highpointscientific.com/zwo-seestar-s50-all-in-one-smart-telescope?rfsn=7714880.bb6129 Coranado PST Astromania 8-24mm Zoom Eyepiece White Light Solar Filters for various telescopes Kids activity book for April 8 eclipse Tripod for mounting phone Celestron Telescope and camera filter: Intervalometers: Shadow Band Video: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadow_bands Outdoor Thermometer: AstroBackyard Video: | |||
| What's Up in the March 2024 Skies? | 23 Feb 2024 | 00:25:58 | |
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. Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod 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 | |||
| The Great American Eclipse of April 8, 2024 - Part 1 | 11 Feb 2024 | 00:22:16 | |
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. | |||
| What's Up in the February 2024 Skies? | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:21:46 | |
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. Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee Our Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod 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 | |||
| All About the Moon | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:23:54 | |
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! Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee 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 Image Stabilizing binoculars: Binocular Mount: Neutral Density Filter: https://bit.ly/41VkiPW Time and Date How to make a Pinhole Projector: https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/make-pinhole-projector.html | |||
| What's Up in the January 2024 Skies? | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:18:06 | |
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. | |||
| A Holiday Greeting | 26 Dec 2023 | 00:04:36 | |
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. | |||
| What's Up in the December 2023 Skies? | 26 Nov 2023 | 00:23:43 | |
In this episode, we cover the planets, a meteor shower, viewing an asteroid, and the Winter Solstice, as well as exploring some of the best deep sky objects that are seen on December evenings. Feel free to buy us a cup of coffee or two! We really appreciate it! https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyCoffee The Great Astronomers – Sir William Herschel: https://tinyurl.com/GAWHerschel The December Episode Guide: https://tinyurl.com/Dec23DSOs The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: https://tinyurl.com/AstroGuyAllEpisodes1 | |||
| Buying a Telescope - A beginner's guide | 18 Nov 2023 | 00:30:44 | |
In this episode, we discuss what a person getting into the hobby should do, regarding equipment. We’ll talk about what you should start with as well as pointing out some things to avoid. Learn about some budget instruments that are relatively inexpensive, to some mid-range starter ideas that will be less than $1000, and even some options where you can get into basic astrophotography as well. | |||
| What's Up in the November 2023 Skies? | 28 Oct 2023 | 00:26:32 | |
In this episode, we go over some astronomy news, what planets can be seen in the November Skies, including some meteor showers, some very nice conjunctions with the planets and the Moon and some of the best DSO’s or Deep Sky Objects that can be seen on November evenings this year. There are some really fun objects that we’ll go over this month and we’ve made it easier for you to get information about the deep sky objects that we discuss, by having a free downloadable guide that will be published with each episode going forward as well as a compilation for you to search by object with information about the objects and links to finder charts. | |||