The Actual Astronomy Podcast

#83 - Deep Sky Observing in Orion, Taurus, and Perseus

Chris and Shane talk about some interesting deep sky objects to observe in some well placed winter constellations. Just in time for new Moon!

#82 - Tasco 10TE First Light & One More Listener Observation Log

Shane talks about first light with his recently acquired classic telescope, the Tasco 10TE. There is also one more listener observation log that was done in a unique way.

#81 - More Listener Observation Logs

In Episode 80, Chris and Shane were not able to discuss all of the listener observations so. This episode is a continuation of listener observations. 

#80 - Book Give Away Winner & Listener Observations

Chris and Shane announce the winner of the 2021 RASC Observer’s Handbook and discuss observations logs submitted by listeners. 

#79 - Objects to Observe in January 2021

Find out what you can observe in our solar system during January. One of the highlights is a close grouping of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mercury.

#78 - Final Conjunction Observations and Looking Towards 2021

Chris and Shane discuss their final observations of the Great Conjunction and what gear purchases they are thinking about in 2021.

#77 - Your Guide to Observing Double Stars

Observing double stars can be extremely rewarding. Chris and Shane discuss what you need to know to start observing double stars.

#76 - Almost Great Conjunction Observations

Chris and Shane compare their observations of Jupiter and Saturn as the two planets approach conjunction. The tonal colour differences surprise Chris and Shane. 

 

#75 - The Great Jupiter & Saturn Conjunction

On December, 21st Jupiter and Saturn will be 1/10th of 1 degree apart! This is closest that they will appear in the sky in the telescope and won’t be close than 1 degree until 2080. However, do not wait for December 21st! You should start observing them now because they are very close. More details in this episode.

#74 - Light Pollution Filters & A Book Give Away

Chris and Shane discuss the merits of using filters that claim to help with light pollution and find out how you can win a brand new copy of the RASC 2021 Observers Handbook.