The Pocket Astronomer

The Pocket Astronomer

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The Pocket Astronomer episodes

  • November 2020 Part 4 - The Bull and the Seven Sisters

    Download TV astronomer Mark Thompson into your pocket for your very own audio guide to the stars. In this minisode, Mark challenges you to discover the story behind Taurus and locate the Pleiades Star Cluster.  

    Visit @thepocketastro on Facebook or Twitter for more stargazing images, chat and tips.

    11 min
  • November 2020 Part 1 - The Little Bear

    TV Astronomer Mark Thompson is your audio guide to the stars. In this special November challenge minisode, Mark shares the story behind Ursa Minor, the little bear and location of the Pole Star.

    Visit @thepocketastro on Twitter and Facebook to share your stargazing photos!

    9 min
  • October 2020 - Autumn Skies and Distant Planets

    Put TV Astronomer Mark Thompson and let him be your guide to the stars!

    This month, Mark helps you find the constellations Aquarius, Aries and Pisces, along with the planets of outer solar system.

    Visit https://www.facebook.com/thepocketastro or @thepocketastro on Twitter for more images, star chat and tips from Mark.

    Featuring the voice of Lorraine Kelly.

    24 min
  • September 2020 - The Colour of Stars

    In tonight’s episode we’ll be exploring the colour of stars by hunting down the constellations Andromeda, Cepheus and Sagittarius and looking toward the centre of our Galaxy and testing your eyes to see if you can spot the elusive planet Uranus...

    For show images, general tips and to the work of other astronomers, visit www.facebook.com/thepocketastro 

    27 min
  • August 2020 - Galaxies and Legends

    This month Mark takes you on a tour of three legendary constellations, explores two galaxies and teaches you how to spot Mars. For images, discussion and details on our competition to win a telescope, visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thepocketastro

    32 min
  • July 2020 - The Summer Sky

    Your audio guide to the stars! This month Mark takes you on a guided tour of the constellations of the summer sky, plus helps you hunt down Jupiter and Saturn...

    For images, more information or to ask Mark a question, head over to our Facebook page and join the conversation on Twitter.

    22 min
  • Welcome to the Pocket Astronomer!

    Welcome to my new podcast The Pocket Astronomer - your audio guide to the stars.

    For more information, follow @thepocketastro on Twitter and join our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thepocketastro.

    1 min

About The Pocket Astronomer

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Your audio guide to the stars, hosted by Mark Thompson.