The Actual Astronomy Podcast

#515 - PiFinder with Richard Wolf-Jacobson

Chris and Shane welcome PiFinder creator Richard Wolf-Jacobson to the show. The discussion is all about the PiFinder. More details can be found at www.pifinder.io

#514 - Beginner Christmas Scope Recommendations and Our Wishes Lists

Chris and Shane give their recommendations for beginner scopes and share their Santa wish lists.

#513 - Late Autumn Observing

Chris and Shane discuss recent observing sessions.

#511 - Mark Radice’s Recent Adventure

Chris and Shane welcome Mark Radice back to the show to hear about his second trip to Namibia.

#512 - The Observer’s Calendar for December 2025

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in December 2025. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com

#510 - Getting Ready For Cold Weather Observing & Listener Emails

Chris and Shane discuss plans for winter observing and read a few listener emails. 

#509 - A Tribute to Al Nagler

Chris and Shane celebrate Al Nagler’s contributions to amateur astronomy. 

#508 - Bad Light Update & Comet Observations

Chris shares the latest update in his journey to deal with an exceptionally bright light at his observatory and the guys discuss recent comet observations.

#507 - Observer’s Calendar for November 2025

Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in November 2025. 

#505 - First Night With Your First Telescope Guide

Chris and Shane talk about some things you can do to prepare for your first night of observing with your first telescope.