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In this episode we look at some of the interesting events in the skies (and on the ground) that will be coming up in 2023.  Besides the parade of the planets, the episode goes into meteor showers, eclipses, comets and some of the most famous  astronomy events in the US.  

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In this episode we look at some of the missions that were completed, launched and began operating.  We dive into the James Webb Space Telescope, the DART Mission as well as Artemis 1.  We also look at some of the exciting missions that will be coming up in 2023.  

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In this episode, we explore the planets.  Mercury and Venus make their reappearance in the evening skies, while Saturn and Jupiter, both past opposition are beginning to fade.  Mars reaches opposition this month and for most of the US will be occulted (covered) by the Moon on December 7-8.  

We also explore the constellations Cassiopeia and Triangulum.   

A packed, but fun episode!

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In this episode, you're treated to a fun and entertaining interview with 8 time Emmy Nominee, Joe Rao.  Joe, who lectures and writes for Space.com, The Hayden Planetarium, The Farmers Almanac and much more, lets us know how he got involved in astronomy, meteorology, television and more.  He also gives a spectacular presentation about the upcoming Mars Occultation, when Mars will be covered by the Moon for much of the United States on December 7-8, 2022.  

Joe also participates in a great weather show with Joe Cioffi on YouTube 4 nights a week.  You can catch their show live Mondays through Thursdays at 7:35pm (Eastern Time).  

The Joe & Joe Show on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/JoeCioffiweather

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In this episode we discuss the planets that are ruling over the evening skies, discuss an upcoming total Lunar Eclipse and explore the constellation Perseus and some of the treasures within it.

Some Live Feeds for the November 8th Lunar Eclipse:

TimeAndDate.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjKUlaGmE2g

High Point Scientific
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdBGWLjecAY

Kopernik Observatory 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05vdJJN5WzM 

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In this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Silvana Della Camera from SilvanaPhoto.com.  We discuss her history with astronomy and photography as well as discussing gear, and some great utilities.

Silvana teaches courses so you can venture into NightScape Photography and has some amazing images on her website, SilvanaPhoto.com

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In this episode we explore the planets, a minor meteor shower and 3 constellations loaded with lots of great objects to observe this Fall.

You can watch the podcast with graphics here. 

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In this mini episode we review what's happening with Artemis I, some recent discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope and the upcoming asteroid impact with the DART mission.  

Artemis I Information: https://www.nasa.gov/artemis-1

James Webb Information: https://webb.nasa.gov

DART Information: https://dart.jhuapl.edu/

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 In this episode you'll get to know a little bit about Michael and his experience as an amateur astronomer. He'll also treat us with a great presentation on the origin of our Moon and we'll here about some of the interesting characters that have postulated on it's origin.

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