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Podcast Profile: The Backyard Astronomer Podcast

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51 episodes
2021 to 2025
Median: 7 minutes
Collection: Physics, Math, and Astronomy


Description (podcaster-provided):

The Backyard Astronomer brings you semi-monthly topics and interviews relative to astronomy, space, and science. Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ
Presented by Manzanita Insurance and Accounting. www.manzanitainsuranceandaccounting.com


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Interviews with astronomers and scientists • Space industry terminology • Celestial events and phenomena • Astronomy history and cultural stories • STEM education initiatives

The Backyard Astronomer Podcast is a semi-monthly show that offers a diverse range of topics related to astronomy, space exploration, and scientific phenomena, often engaging listeners with insightful discussions and interviews. The episodes frequently delve into celestial events, such as alignments, eclipses, and meteor showers, guiding listeners on how to observe and enjoy these occurrences from their own backyards. The podcast also explores various astronomical bodies and phenomena, including constellations, galaxies, comets, and star clusters, illustrating both their scientific significance and cultural lore. Historical perspectives on space exploration and the development of astronomical understanding are also examined, with episodes featuring discussions about significant events like the launch of Sputnik and the achievements of notable figures in the field.

Recurring themes in the podcast include the use of amateur and professional astronomy to investigate space and the promotion of STEM education. Several episodes incorporate discussions with experts and enthusiasts, sharing insights into the latest astronomical discoveries and developments. The podcast often highlights collaborations among astronomers, educators, and local organizations to advance public knowledge and interest in space science. Engagement with indigenous astronomy and cross-cultural astronomical traditions is another noteworthy aspect of the show, expanding listeners' appreciation of the diverse ways in which humans have interacted with the cosmos throughout history.

Overall, this podcast provides a comprehensive look at the world of astronomy, blending educational content with engaging storytelling to inspire and inform both novice stargazers and seasoned astronomy enthusiasts alike. It also encourages community involvement in science education and citizen science initiatives, fostering a broader understanding and appreciation of the universe.


Episodes:
E.50-Planetary Alignments
2025-Feb-01
7 minutes
E.49-The Pleiades: 7 Sisters from 6 Stars?
2024-Dec-30
7 minutes
E.48-Rockets, Satellites and Acronyms
2024-Dec-03
7 minutes
E.47-The Great Square of Pegasus
2024-Nov-04
7 minutes
E.46-Wandering Stars, The Oort Cloud and Comets
2024-Sep-30
7 minutes
E.45-The History of Saturn
2024-Sep-08
7 minutes
E.44 - Aliens!
2024-Aug-15
7 minutes
E.43 - Space Junk
2024-Aug-02
7 minutes
E.42-The Blaze Star
2024-Jul-01
7 minutes
E.41-The Sombrero Galaxy
2024-May-01
7 minutes
E.40-Sunspots and Solar Cycles
2024-Mar-25
7 minutes
E.39-Vernal Equinox and Beehive Cluster
2024-Mar-01
7 minutes
E.38-Unicorns and Roses
2024-Feb-21
7 minutes
E.37-Dancing Planets
2024-Jan-01
7 minutes
E.36-Geminids Meteor Shower
2023-Dec-12
7 minutes
E.35-Astrophotography and JuMBO Planets in Orion
2023-Oct-31
7 minutes
E.34-Annular Eclipse
2023-Oct-03
7 minutes
E.33-Archers, Teapots, and the Milky Way
2023-Sep-06
7 minutes
E.32-Stories in the Stars
2023-Jul-03
9 minutes
E.31-Scorpions and Rabbits
2023-Jul-03
7 minutes
E.30-Buzzing Bees and Planets
2023-Jun-02
7 minutes
E.29 - Spring Serpents and Clusters
2023-May-01
7 minutes
E.28-Bullish About Astronomy
2023-Mar-05
7 minutes
E.27-Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF)
2023-Feb-01
7 minutes
E.26 - Near Objects - Comets and Asteroids
2023-Jan-26
7 minutes
E.25 - Fusion-The Lifeblood of Stars and Science Fiction
2023-Jan-06
7 minutes
E.24 - Indigenous Astronomy
2022-Dec-02
7 minutes
E.23-ExoWorlds and Native American Astronomy with The Museum of Indigenous People
2022-Nov-18
114 minutes
E.22 - Light Years, ExoWorlds, and Hot Ice
2022-Nov-01
7 minutes
E.21-A Prodigious Interview with Homer Hickam!
2022-Oct-02
118 minutes
E.20-Sputnik and the October Skies
2022-Oct-01
7 minutes
E.19B - SR71 interview re-release (audio corrected)
2022-Sep-27
89 minutes
E.19-SR71 pilot Col. Pat Bledsoe
2022-Sep-16
90 minutes
E.18-Jupiter at Opposition
2022-Sep-07
7 minutes
E.17-The Ringed Planet
2022-Aug-07
7 minutes
E.16 - July 14th Comet C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS)
2022-Jul-01
7 minutes
E.15 - Boötes and Arcturus
2022-Jun-30
7 minutes
E.14 - Planetary Collisions and the Seasons
2022-Jun-01
7 minutes
E.13-Sunspots
2022-Apr-29
7 minutes
E.12-The ISS
2022-Apr-03
5 minutes
E.11 - Space Junk and Collisions
2022-Mar-01
7 minutes
E. 10 - Telescopes
2022-Feb-04
4 minutes
E.09-NEOs and Comets
2021-Dec-28
5 minutes
E.08-James Webb Space Telescope
2021-Dec-23
5 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer-E.07-Comet Leonard with Greg Leonard!
2021-Dec-11
44 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.06 - The Subaru Cluster
2021-Dec-02
3 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.05 - Eric Edelman and Planetariums!
2021-Nov-16
30 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.04 - November 2021 - The Triangulum Galaxy
2021-Oct-29
5 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.03 - Meteorites! with Robert Ward
2021-Oct-15
35 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.02- October 2021
2021-Oct-04
4 minutes
The Backyard Astronomer - E.01 - September 2021
2021-Sep-23
2 minutes