The Actual Astronomy Podcast

#24 - Discover Some Lesser Known Constellations

Have you heard of the Summer Triangle? Chris and Shane will tell you what this is and talk about some spectacular objects to observe in a few small constellations.

#23 - Easy Astrophotography

The beautiful astronomy photos that you see in magazines often require a lot of time and expensive gear. In this episode, Chris and Shane talk about how you can easily capture amazing astro photos with your phone or a DSLR style camera!

#22 - A Noctilucent Cloud Sighting! Find Out Which Comets and Asteroids Are Visible this Month

Chris and Shane describe a recent noctilucent cloud observation and talk about some solar system objects that will be observable during the next two weeks.

#21 - Learn About the Gaseous Planets...Hint, it's the Other 4 Planets We Didn't Talk About in Episode #15

Learn about the 4 gaseous planets in our solar system. Chris and Shane give tips on how to observe these planets.

#20 - Now is the Time to Observe Noctilucent Clouds

Chris and Shane share recent observations of the Sun, Mercury, and our Moon. Noctilucent cloud season is upon us, find out what this phenomena is and how to observe it.

#19 - Using Exit Pupil as a Guide to Build Your Eyepiece Collection

Exit pupil is another approach that can be used to determine which eyepieces match your telescope. Never heard of exit pupil? Do not worry, Chris and Shane explain this concept.

#18 - Objects to Observe in June 2020

Even though June does not have much darkness due to the long days, Chris and Shane share objects that they plan to observe in June.

#17 - You've Purchased a Telescope and Some Eyepieces....Now What?

Chris and Shane share some tips on how to prepare to observe close to home as well as over night at a remote location.

#16 - In the Voice of Jim Morrison...This is the End, of Venus Observations

Chris and Shane have concluded this current round of Venus observations and explain why they observed the planet on many different evenings. In addition Shane shares his recent session observing the Sun with a hydrogen alpha telescope.

#15 - Learn About the 4 Terrestrial Planets....Hint, it's the Inner 4 Planets

The episode focuses on the four planets that are closest to the Sun. Chris and Shane also talk about an interesting Mercury and Venus pairing to observe on May 23, 2020.