• E.45-The History of Saturn
    Sep 8 2024

    Saturn has long been known as a planet, but the discovery of its rings and moons spans hundreds of years. Join the great astronomers of yesteryear as we learn about The Ringed Planet at opposition this month.

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  • E.44 - Aliens!
    Aug 15 2024

    Our new segment for kids of all ages, and what better topic to start with than ALIENS!

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  • E.43 - Space Junk
    Aug 2 2024

    "The sky is falling!" exclaimed Chicken Little! Is it a meteorite, or a piece of the International Space Station? Let's find out!

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  • E.42-The Blaze Star
    Jul 1 2024

    T Coronae Borealis or "The Blaze Star" has been documented for centuries with a recurrent period of about 78 years between brightening as a nova. What does that mean? Listen in this month as we talk about how the ancients began documenting stellar phenomena thousands of years ago, and how that information plays an integral role in our understanding of the universe today.

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  • E.41-The Sombrero Galaxy
    May 1 2024

    The Sombrero Galaxy is your backyard target this month. Look for this edge-on galaxy yhroughout the spring.

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  • E.40-Sunspots and Solar Cycles
    Mar 25 2024

    Our Sun has spots? Sunspots, solar flares, and even CMEs are the highlights of this month's focus on the Sun and Solar Cycle. Learn more about Coronal Mass Ejections and how they impact Earth.

    #CME #coronalmassejection #solarflare #solarcycle #sun #astronomy #eclipse

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  • E.39-Vernal Equinox and Beehive Cluster
    Mar 1 2024

    The Spring Equinox and waxing gibbous moon will lead you to a hive of activity this month!

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  • E.38-Unicorns and Roses
    Feb 21 2024

    The Monoceros constellation and Rosette Nebula shine bright this month!

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    7 mins