Podcast
The Actual Astronomy Podcast
Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.
- Astronomy chart
- #21
- Episodes
- 560
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 40 min
- On air since
- 2020
- Latest episode
- 1 day ago
Episodes
560 episodes, newest first
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25 min
#558 - Observer’s Calendar for November 2026
Show notes
Chris and Shane talk about interesting things to observe in November 2026.
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40 min
#557 - 12 Months of Messier October Edition
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Chris and Shane discuss Messier objects to observe in October.
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56 min
#556 - Listener Emails
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Chris and Shane respond to listener emails.
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48 min
#555 - Saturn at Opposition
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Chris and Shane talk about observing Saturn at opposition.
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55 min
#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.
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36 min
#553 - Observer’s Calendar for October 2026
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Chris and SHane talk about interesting things to observe in October 2026.
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54 min
#552 - Top 10 Techniques for Buying Used Gear
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Chris and Shane share tips for buying used astronomy gear.
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40 min
#551 - 12 Months of Messier September Edition
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Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in September.
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40 min
#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.
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26 min
#549 - The Observer’s Calendar for September 2026
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Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in September 2026.
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39 min
#548 - Visual Astronomy in Draco
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Chris and Shane talk about various objects to observe in Draco.
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23 min
#547 - 12 Months of Messier August Edition
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Chris and Shane identify key Messier objects to observe in August.
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46 min
#546 - Planning Dark Sky Trips
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Chris and Shane share thoughts on how to have a successful dark sky trip.
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26 min
#545 - Observer’s Calendar for August 2026
Show notes
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in August 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com
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43 min
#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.
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55 min
#543 - 3D Printing and Astronomy
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Chris and Shane discuss 3D printing and how it can enhance your observing.
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50 min
#542 - 12 Months of Messier July Edition
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Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in July.
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33 min
#541 - Observer’s Calendar for July 2026
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Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in July 2026.
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38 min
#540 - 12 Month of Messier June Edition
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Chris and Shane discuss some Messier objects to observe in June.
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1 hr 43 min
#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.
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