The Backyard Astronomer Podcast
The Backyard Astronomer brings you semi-monthly topics and interviews relative to astronomy, space, and science. Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Presented by Manzanita Insurance and Accounting. www.manzanitainsuranceandaccounting.com
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Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
The Geminids meteor shower make a fantastic appearance this December, but why are they different than other meteor showers? Tune in to learn all about meteor showers and the Geminids!
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Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
The Orion Nebula was the first deep sky target of astrophotography in 1880 and we now know it hosts unique planets not (yet) seen any where else in space! Check it out!
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Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
In October an Annnular Eclipse will be visible to millions across the Western United States. Learn the difference between a total and annualr eclipse, why they happen, and more in this month's episode.
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Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Let's explore the Milky Way! Star Clusters and Nebulae abound in this month's podcast.
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Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
I organized a group of amateur and professional astronomers, educators and students, and business leaders from around the Prescott, AZ area, which group won the IAU's NameExoWorlds2022 competition with their designations of Awohali and Noquisi in the Cherokee language for the exoplanet and its host star formerly known as Gliese 436/b. Listen in for more on this amazing event and check out www.backyardastroaz.com for more.
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Scorpions and Rabbits dance in the sky this month. Learn the when/where/why of these constellations at https://backyardastronomeraz.wordpress.com/ and facebook.com/backyardastroaz
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Friday Jun 02, 2023
Friday Jun 02, 2023
Two planets join the Beehive Cluster in June, while two others are born from it. Learn more in this month's episode!
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Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
Spring has sprung, and brings with it the emerging flora and fauna of the night sky. Check out constellations, clusters, galaxies and more in this month's episode.
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Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Taurus the Bull hosts the planet Mars this month, as well as many other star clusters and nebulae. Check it out this month!
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Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is making its close approach to Earth tonight, so bust out your binoculars or telescope and look to the sky!
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