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The Actual Astronomy Podcast

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

Podcast · By Shane Ludtke & Chris Beckett · English · Official site

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Sep 21, 2026
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Jul 6, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 21, 2026

    #552 - Top 10 Techniques for Buying Used Gear (opens the original)

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    Chris and Shane share tips for buying used astronomy gear.

  2. Episode · Sep 14, 2026

    #551 - 12 Months of Messier September Edition (opens the original)

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

  3. Episode · Sep 7, 2026

    #550 - Sketching the Night Sky for the Average Observer (opens the original)

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

  4. Episode · Aug 31, 2026

    #549 - The Observer’s Calendar for September 2026 (opens the original)

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

  5. Episode · Aug 24, 2026

    #548 - Visual Astronomy in Draco (opens the original)

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

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