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Conspiracy Theories w/ Fraser Cain Feb 05, 2019

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When it comes to end of the world theories, NASA conspiracies or astronomy hoaxes Fraser has seen or heard them all. This episode picks apart those ideas and we talk about whether anything should or could be done to combat them.

Astronomy, Art and Morality: A Discussion w/ Ginny St. Lawrence of OPT Jan 30, 2019

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This episode features a great discussion on what astronomy means to us and how it influences our lives. The study and enjoyment of the night sky affects us in ways we don't often think about... in this episode, we think about it! :-)

Professional Astronomy Innovation with Planewave Instruments Jan 23, 2019

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Our guest this week is Ralph Emerson from Planewave Instruments, makers of some of the most high-quality equipment for amateur astronomers.

Imaging from Time Square with Steven Swancoat Jan 16, 2019

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While it's true that we are losing our dark skies, not all is lost. It is still possible to not only see the stars using a telescope from some of the most light-polluted areas in the world, but we can also take images of the night sky.

Our guest this week, Dr. Steven Swancoat, an OB-Gyn, artist and astrophotographer, describes how he images from places like Times Square with Dustin Gibson.

Amateur Astronomy 2018 and a Look Towards 2019 w/ Dustin and Tony Jan 09, 2019

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I think we all realize just what a great time it is to be involved in amateur astronomy: gaining access to the stars has never been easier. The equipment available to image the night sky is easier to use and extremely affordable.
In this episode, Dustin and Tony discuss the high points of 2018 and look ahead to what's in store for 2019.

Making Money in Astronomy w/ Cathrin Machin Jan 03, 2019

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Lots of people think that to get paid to study or enjoy the universe takes a huge amount of education, maths, and a lifelong dedication to research. The thing is that's just not true. In this podcast Tony and Dustin talk with Cathrin Machin, a space artist making her dreams come true by bringing space to everyone. Listen to her story and we'll also give you some great tips for making money from your passion of the night sky.

Citizen Science with Pamela Gay Dec 28, 2018

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Advances in technology and communication have brought the world of professional science to the rest of us. With initiatives like Galaxy Zoo and CosmoQuest, the interested public can get involved in producing scientific results that are often a crucial component in a scientific paper or a new discovery.

In this episode, Tony Darnell and Dustin Gibson discuss the growing importance of citizen science and we'll talk about CosmoQuest, a citizen science initiative started in 2012 that has faced budget cuts and needs your help.

Astronomy Outreach with Kevin Legore Dec 19, 2018

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Kevin Legore is an avid astronomy promoter and runs Focus Astronomy, and outreach company that works hard to spread the amazing science of astronomy.

Optical Innovation with Tele Vue Dec 10, 2018

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David Nagler, President of Televue Optics is our guest on this episode. Join us as we explore the optical innovations heralded by Televue and Al Nagler, founder of the company. David outlines how Televue got started and we explore the details of some of the best eyepieces and telescopes in the world of amateur astronomy.

Planetary Imaging with Blake Estes Dec 05, 2018

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Blake Estes is one of the world's premier planetary imagers. He also works as a telescope operator at the Mount Wilson and Griffith Observatories in California. In this episode Dustin Gibson and Tony Darnell discuss the intricacies of planetary imaging and get the inside scoop on what it's like to work at two of the most important observatories in the United States.

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