The Actual Astronomy Podcast
The Actual Astronomy Podcast
Shane Ludtke & Chris Beckett
Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.
#528 - The Observer’s Calendar for April 2026
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in April 2026. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com
Mar 30
22 min
#527 - A Reflection Nebula Filter?
Chris and Shane welcome Mike O’Brien back to the show to discuss a recent observing session and a test of a filter for visually observing reflection nebula.
Mar 23
1 hr
#526 - 12 Months of Messier - March Edition
Chris and Shane discuss the prominent Messier objects to observe in March. Show notes are available on www.acutalastronomy.com
Mar 16
48 min
#525 - Dumb Things We Have Done at the Telescope
Chris and Shane talk about some of the silly things they have done while observing.
Mar 9
45 min
#524 - The Observer’s Calendar for March 2026
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in March 2026. Show notes can be found on www.actualastronomy.com
Mar 2
30 min
#523 - 12 Months of Messier February Edition
Chris and Shane discuss the Messier objects to observe in February. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com
Feb 23
39 min
#522 - Owning 20+ Telescopes with Richard Navarette
Chris and Shane welcome Richard Navarette to the show to discuss his journey with amateur astronomy.
Feb 16
1 hr 2 min
#521 - Listener Emails
Chris and Shane read and respond to listener emails.
Feb 9
55 min
#520 - The Observer’s Calendar for February 2026
Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in February 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com
Feb 2
41 min
#519 - OzSky with Clint Reading
Chris and Shane welcome long time listener Clint Reading to the show to discuss OzSky.
Jan 26
53 min
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