Audio Guide to the Galaxy

Tune in to your monthly stargazing companion with Leon and Beth as they explore what's visible in the Borloo night sky this November. Catch Venus dazzling in the western sky after sunset, with elusive Mercury making a brief appearance below. Don't miss the special alignment on November 4th featuring Venus, Mercury, Antares, and the moon. Jupiter rises in the east, offering perfect viewing practice for telescope enthusiasts. Early birds can catch the Leonids meteor shower around November 18th, with meteors appearing every 5-10 minutes before sunrise. Plus, journey to the southern sky to find Mensa, the table constellation, and learn about the nearby Magellanic Clouds - dwarf galaxies visible from the southern hemisphere. Local listeners won't want to miss Astrofest at Curtin Stadium on November 9th, featuring telescopes, astronomers, and family-friendly activities.

Leon and Beth take a look at the October night sky as seen from Perth, Western Australia. This month will be your last chance to see the Milky Way for a while, but don't dispair, Venus, Saturn, and an amazing meteor shower all come out to shine bright in the night sky. Beth also takes a closer look at the incredible constillation of Taurus.

Leon and Beth take you through what you’ll find in the night sky in the month of September, 2024.

They discuss how to spot Saturn in opposition, identify Venus as the evening star, and locate the Southern Birds constellations. They also explain the significance of the equinox and the upcoming supermoon.

Leon shares his tips on using apps to find faint constellations and sneaks in a fun fact about the moon’s orbit.

To find out more about the WA night sky, search for “the sky tonight” on scitech.org.au.

Leon and Amanda discuss the night sky in August 2024, highlighting the Milky Way and the constellations Scorpius and Sagittarius. They share tips for spotting the teapot asterism and the potential appearance of a new star in Corona Borealis. The hosts also talk about Venus shining brightly in the evening sky and the close approach of Mars and Jupiter.

Beth Maskall & Leon Smith discuss what on in the sky in July

Included in this episode: Planets: Mercury & Saturn, Constellations: Corvus, Stars: The Even Star.

Produced by: Michael Gatt

Beth Maskall & Leon Smith Discuss what on in the sky in June.

Included in this episode: Planets: Saturn, Mars & Jupiter, Constellations: Scorpius & Hydra, Stars: Antares, Alphard, The Winter Solstice.

Audio editing: Alyshia Gatani.

Leon and Beth discuss what happening in the night sky in Boorloo in May, What's a blue last-quarter moon, and how this months meteor shower was actually remnants Haley's comet.

Hosts: Leon Smith, Beth Maskall

Leon and Beth talk about what's in the night sky in the month of April, 2024.

We hear how the planets are a little lacklustre this month, except for one cool event that neither of our hosts will be waking up early to see.

They swap tips for locating constellations, and chat about an upcoming solar eclipse.

Beth points out that a total solar eclipse is an experience unique to earth in our solar system, thanks to a coincidence about our sun and moon.

To find out more about the WA night sky, search for "the sky tonight" on scitech.org.au.

Credits:

Hosts: Leon Smith and Beth Maskall

Producers: Michelle Aitken and Zaya Altangerel

Leon and Beth take you through what you'll find in the night sky in the month of March, 2024.

They discuss how to tell the difference between planets and stars, and explain how constellations are used to divide up regions of the sky.

Leon gets to show off how many digits of pi he knows, and sneaks in a reference to Dune the movie.

To find out more about the WA night sky, search for "the sky tonight" on scitech.org.au.

Credits

Hosts: Leon Smith and Beth Maskall

Producers: Michelle Aitken, Zaya Altangerel

Leon is joined by Amanda, a Scitech Planetarium Presenter, to highlight all the different planets and constellations you'll be able to spot throughout December.

The duo also update us on how the second Space X Starship launch unfolded.

To find our more about the WA night sky, visit: www.scitech.org.au/explore/the-sky-tonight/

Credits

Host: Leon Smith

Guest: Amanda Hunter

Producer: Zaya Altangerel, Michelle Aitken, Alyshia Gatani