The Actual Astronomy Podcast

#73 - A Beautiful Open Cluster Tour

Chris and Shane discuss a wonderful open cluster tour that goes through Taurus and Perseus. You can do this tour with binoculars or a telescope...if you have very dark skies, then all you need are your eyes!

#72 - Find Out What is Possible with a Celestron 76mm Firstscope

A longtime listener, Phil, joins Chris and Shane in this episode. Phil shares his experiences with a Celestron Firstscope that he transformed into a Supermod 76!

#71 - A Frankenscope and Observing Colour on the Moon

Shane shares how he cobbled together a telescope from a bunch of spare parts and discusses an interesting observation of colour on the Moon. 

#70 - Objects to Observe in December 2020

Chris and Shane highlight some interesting things to observe in December, including a once in a lifetime conjunction between Jupiter and Saturn. 

#69 - Listener Questions are Answered #3

Chris and Shane empty out the Actual Astronomy galactic mail bag and provide answers to listener questions. 

#68 - First Light For the Borg and a Skywatcher AZ5 Review

Shane was able to try the 50mm at night and Chris provides a review for the Skywatcher AZ5 mount. 

 

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#67 - Starter Telescope Recommendations

Chris and Shane discuss multiple starter telescope options. If you are thinking about buying your first telescope or gifting a telescope, this episode was made for you. 

#66 - Eyepiece Chat

Chris and Shane talk about how effective some lower priced eyepieces are. A listener’s audio message about his experience with a new eyepiece is played and Shane shares how he has conquered the cold!

#65 - The Ultimate Guide to Observing Guides

An observing guide is a great resource to help plan observing sessions. Chris and Shane share their favourite observing guides. 

#64 - Seven Planets in One Night and a Telescope Comparison

Chris was able to observe 7 planets in one night and Shane compares an old Zeiss telescope to a modern Takahashi.