Podcast

The Actual Astronomy Podcast

Astronomy, Science

Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.

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#21
Episodes
560
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
40 min
On air since
2020
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

560 episodes, newest first

  1. #558 - Observer’s Calendar for November 2026

    Show notes

    Chris and Shane talk about interesting things to observe in November 2026.

    25 min
  2. #557 - 12 Months of Messier October Edition

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    Chris and Shane discuss Messier objects to observe in October.

    40 min
  3. #556 - Listener Emails

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    Chris and Shane respond to listener emails.

    56 min
  4. #555 - Saturn at Opposition

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    Chris and Shane talk about observing Saturn at opposition.

    48 min
  5. #554 - Clear Skies Astro Hopper with Steven Rosenthal

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    Chris and Shane welcome special guest Steve Rosenthal to discuss the Astro Hopper.

    55 min
  6. #553 - Observer’s Calendar for October 2026

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    Chris and SHane talk about interesting things to observe in October 2026.

    36 min
  7. #552 - Top 10 Techniques for Buying Used Gear

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    Chris and Shane share tips for buying used astronomy gear.

    54 min
  8. #551 - 12 Months of Messier September Edition

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    Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in September.

    40 min
  9. #550 - Sketching the Night Sky for the Average Observer

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    Chris shares a recent presentation he delivered that introduces sketching to observers.

    40 min
  10. #549 - The Observer’s Calendar for September 2026

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    Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in September 2026.

    26 min
  11. #548 - Visual Astronomy in Draco

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    Chris and Shane talk about various objects to observe in Draco.

    39 min
  12. #547 - 12 Months of Messier August Edition

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    Chris and Shane identify key Messier objects to observe in August.

    23 min
  13. #546 - Planning Dark Sky Trips

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    Chris and Shane share thoughts on how to have a successful dark sky trip.

    46 min
  14. #545 - Observer’s Calendar for August 2026

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    Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in August 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com

    26 min
  15. #544 - 7” Achro Attempts at Correcting Chromatic Aberration

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    Chris and Shane discuss different ways to reduce chromatic aberration in achromatic refractors.

    43 min
  16. #543 - 3D Printing and Astronomy

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    Chris and Shane discuss 3D printing and how it can enhance your observing.

    55 min
  17. #542 - 12 Months of Messier July Edition

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    Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in July.

    50 min
  18. #541 - Observer’s Calendar for July 2026

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    Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in July 2026.

    33 min
  19. #540 - 12 Month of Messier June Edition

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    Chris and Shane discuss some Messier objects to observe in June.

    38 min
  20. #539 - David Nagler Answers Listener Questions

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    Chris and Shane welcome David Nagler from Televue to the show to answer listener questions.

    1 hr 43 min