Is it better to buy a complete amateur astronomy telescope system that includes optical tube, mount, drive, etc or can you get better quality by assembling your own from individual components.  Dustin talks advantages and disadvantages to both.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Is it better to buy a complete amateur astronomy telescope system that includes optical tube, mount, drive, etc or can you get better quality by assembling your own from individual components.  Dustin talks advantages and disadvantages to both.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Complete Telescope Systems vs Assembling From Components - Which is Better?

Tony is finally getting to a place where he can start construction on his backyard observatory for his 20 inch reflector.  In this episode, we discuss the value of having a permanent place for your telescope and it doesn't have to be fancy!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Tony is finally getting to a place where he can start construction on his backyard observatory for his 20 inch reflector.  In this episode, we discuss the value of having a permanent place for your telescope and it doesn't have to be fancy!--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Backyard Observatories: Tony is Finally Building His, Should You?

Beth Johnson

We have a guest today!  Beth Johnson from the SETI Institute kindly agreed to join us to talk about her role at the SETI Institute and what they are doing to help us find signs of intelligence in the universe.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

We have a guest today!  Beth Johnson from the SETI Institute kindly agreed to join us to talk about her role at the SETI Institute and what they are doing to help us find signs of intelligence in the universe.  --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

The Search for Intelligence in the Universe w/ Beth Johnson from SETI Institute

Tony's been thinking a lot out his life and the meaning it holds.  Getting philosophical, Dustin helps Tony realize that autoguiders are the key to understanding.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Tony's been thinking a lot out his life and the meaning it holds.  Getting philosophical, Dustin helps Tony realize that autoguiders are the key to understanding.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

How Autoguiders Can Help You Find the Meaning of Life

Dustin has been using the new line of astrographs from Askar/Sharpstar and tells us a little about them.  Astrographs are more ubiquitous now that imaging has become so mainstream. Tony also talks a bit about whether you need a college degree these days to get a good job in astronomy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Dustin has been using the new line of astrographs from Askar/Sharpstar and tells us a little about them.  Astrographs are more ubiquitous now that imaging has become so mainstream. Tony also talks a bit about whether you need a college degree these days to get a good job in astronomy.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Askar Astrographs // Degree for an Astronomy Job? // Becoming an Expert

Dustin's been using some of the new iOptron mounts that have recently come out and he talks about his experiences with them.  Tony wonders about the effects of the growing use of LED lighting in cities and towns across the world.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Dustin's been using some of the new iOptron mounts that have recently come out and he talks about his experiences with them.  Tony wonders about the effects of the growing use of LED lighting in cities and towns across the world.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

New iOptron Mounts // The Growing Problem of LED Streetlighting

We're Podchatting, did you know that? Tony ventures into the realm of saying what's on his mind.  Dustin and Tony discuss the Artemis mission and Tony has thoughts.  They also talk gear, astrophotography and lots more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

We're Podchatting, did you know that? Tony ventures into the realm of saying what's on his mind.  Dustin and Tony discuss the Artemis mission and Tony has thoughts.  They also talk gear, astrophotography and lots more. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

NASA's Artemis Mission: What is Tony's Problem?

OK so we decided to pick this back up again.  Tony and Dustin are back talking astronomy and telescopes and we hope you'll join us!  Please send us any input you have and you're always welcome to join our discussion if you're interested. You can also join the Deep Astronomy discord server here: https://discord.gg/K9BuW2U--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

OK so we decided to pick this back up again.  Tony and Dustin are back talking astronomy and telescopes and we hope you'll join us!  Please send us any input you have and you're always welcome to join our discussion if you're interested. You can also join the Deep Astronomy discord server here: <a href="https://discord.gg/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://discord.gg/</a><code>K9BuW2U</code>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Space Junk Podcast is Back

This episode was prompted by an email from Matt who wanted to sort out WHY different telescopes are better than others.  In this episode, I'll break down all the different telescope types and try to answer the question of why you should want one. Also, Dustin and I discuss camera resolution: why it matters, is more better and more.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

This episode was prompted by an email from Matt who wanted to sort out WHY different telescopes are better than others.  In this episode, I'll break down all the different telescope types and try to answer the question of why you should want one. Also, Dustin and I discuss camera resolution: why it matters, is more better and more.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

The Search for the Perfect Telescope; Camera Resolution Wars - It's like magnification all over again

More than any other aspect of amateur astronomy, using your equipment to get involved in professional astronomy is growing the fastest.  In this episode, we explore ways you can use your stuff to do science!  Also, Dustin and Tony talk about the advances in short-focal length telescope design and why they are amazing.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

More than any other aspect of amateur astronomy, using your equipment to get involved in professional astronomy is growing the fastest.  In this episode, we explore ways you can use your stuff to do science!  Also, Dustin and Tony talk about the advances in short-focal length telescope design and why they are amazing.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Pro-Am Astronomy Collaboration; Celestron RASA and Other Wide Field Telescopes

Space Junk is a weekly podcast dedicated to the amazing hobby of amateur astronomy. Each week we’ll answer your questions and bring you the latest information and advice on the tools, gadgets, software and techniques for maximizing your enjoyment of the night sky. Your hosts are Tony Darnell from DeepAstronomy.space and Dustin Gibson from OPT Telescopes, a world leader in telescopes and accessories. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Very interesting stuff. Makes you realize how small we are when you think about space!!!

Good listen

Lots of great information!  Just getting into astrophotography and love all the tips!!!

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Space Junk is a weekly podcast dedicated to the amazing hobby of amateur astronomy. Each week we’ll answer your questions and bring you the latest information and advice on the tools, gadgets, software and techniques for maximizing your enjoyment of the night sky. Your hosts are Tony Darnell from DeepAstronomy.space and Dustin Gibson from OPT Telescopes, a world leader in telescopes and accessories. Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Space Junk

Learn more about Dustin that you've probably ever wanted in this candid and funny episode discussing behind the scenes stuff that goes on at OPT and learn how they meet the needs of the professional astronomy community at the same time.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Learn more about Dustin that you've probably ever wanted in this candid and funny episode discussing behind the scenes stuff that goes on at OPT and learn how they meet the needs of the professional astronomy community at the same time.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

High-end Astronomy with OPT's Professional Services

SpaceFab is a company that is currently building a 8 inch space telescope built around a 12U Cubesat. Scheduled for launch in 2020, this space telescope will be made available to everyone. There are plans to launch a network of these space telescopes to be used for everything from taking selfies and taking your own pics of the early universe to looking at your property from space.Join us as Tony Darnell and Dustin Gibson discuss this amazing opportunity with Sean League, the Director of Spacecraft Development at SpaceFab.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

SpaceFab is a company that is currently building a 8 inch space telescope built around a 12U Cubesat. Scheduled for launch in 2020, this space telescope will be made available to everyone. There are plans to launch a network of these space telescopes to be used for everything from taking selfies and taking your own pics of the early universe to looking at your property from space. Join us as Tony Darnell and Dustin Gibson discuss this amazing opportunity with Sean League, the Director of Spacecraft Development at SpaceFab. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

SpaceFab: A Space Telescope for Everyone

Rising Twitch streamer EconGreg joins us this week to talk about his amazing community and efforts to stream observing session live from his equipment.  Greg's day job is professor of Economics and he uses Twitch in his professional education efforts as well.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Rising Twitch streamer EconGreg joins us this week to talk about his amazing community and efforts to stream observing session live from his equipment.  Greg's day job is professor of Economics and he uses Twitch in his professional education efforts as well.  --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

The Modern Star Party With Economics PhD EconGreg

Galactic Hunter

In this episode of Space Junk, we discuss astrophotography with a husband/wife team from the American southwest whose work is rapidly gaining notice.  Antoine and Dalia Grelin starting taking astro photos around five years ago and haven't looked back.  Their work is featured in many places and they have a YouTube channel full of excellent tutorials on getting stuff done in astrophotography. Check out their website here: https://www.galactic-hunter.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/GalacticHunter Instagram: @galactic.hunter--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

In this episode of Space Junk, we discuss astrophotography with a husband/wife team from the American southwest whose work is rapidly gaining notice.  Antoine and Dalia Grelin starting taking astro photos around five years ago and haven't looked back.  Their work is featured in many places and they have a YouTube channel full of excellent tutorials on getting stuff done in astrophotography. Check out their website here: <a href="https://www.galactic-hunter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.galactic-hunter.com</a> YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/GalacticHunter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtube.com/GalacticHunter</a> Instagram: @galactic.hunter--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Astrophotography Adventures with Galactic Hunter

One of the most satisfying activities in astro imaging is getting high quality, high contrast images of the planets in our own solar system.  The bands and Great Red Spot of Jupiter, the wondrous rings of Saturn and the challenging dark spots of Neptune are now in the grasp of amateurs using off the shelf equipment.  In this episode we talk with Christopher Go, an amateur from the Philippines who has master many planetary imaging techniques to create stunning images of the planets.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

One of the most satisfying activities in astro imaging is getting high quality, high contrast images of the planets in our own solar system.  The bands and Great Red Spot of Jupiter, the wondrous rings of Saturn and the challenging dark spots of Neptune are now in the grasp of amateurs using off the shelf equipment.  In this episode we talk with Christopher Go, an amateur from the Philippines who has master many planetary imaging techniques to create stunning images of the planets.  --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Imaging the Solar System w/ Chris Go

Fraser Cain

When it comes to end of the world theories, NASA conspiracies or astronomy hoaxes Fraser has seen or heard them all.  This episode picks apart those ideas and we talk about whether anything should or could be done to combat them.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

When it comes to end of the world theories, NASA conspiracies or astronomy hoaxes Fraser has seen or heard them all.  This episode picks apart those ideas and we talk about whether anything should or could be done to combat them.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Conspiracy Theories w/ Fraser Cain

Jimmy Nguyen

Astrophotography is an amazing hobby, but it's also full of very busy work: setting up, focusing and aligning telescopes, taking calibration images, finding dark skies, all of this is very time consuming.  In today's episode, we talk with astrophotographer Jimmy Nguyen who takes a simple approach both to his equipment choices and his methodology.  Keeping it simple, with Jimmy Nguyen...--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Astrophotography is an amazing hobby, but it's also full of very busy work: setting up, focusing and aligning telescopes, taking calibration images, finding dark skies, all of this is very time consuming.  In today's episode, we talk with astrophotographer Jimmy Nguyen who takes a simple approach both to his equipment choices and his methodology.  Keeping it simple, with Jimmy Nguyen...--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Easy Astrophotography with Jimmy Nguyen

David Nagler, President of Televue Optics is our guest on this episode. Join us as we explore the optical innovations heralded by Televue and Al Nagler, founder of the company. David outlines how Televue got started and we explore the details of some of the best eyepieces and telescopes in the world of amateur astronomy.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

David Nagler, President of Televue Optics is our guest on this episode. Join us as we explore the optical innovations heralded by Televue and Al Nagler, founder of the company. David outlines how Televue got started and we explore the details of some of the best eyepieces and telescopes in the world of amateur astronomy. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Optical Innovation with Tele Vue

In this episode we are going to be talking with John Michael Godier, a futurist, science fiction author and maker of amazing astronomy videos on YouTube.  He has written several sci fi books that are available on Amazon, notably Supermind, a story that deals with biological augmentation and supercomputer simulations of the universe.  He also runs two highly successful YouTube channels: one bearing his name, John Michael Godier, where every video he makes garners tens of thousands of views - and sometimes way more than that -  with range in topics from life in the universe to going to Mars.  His second YouTube channel is a collaboration called Event Horizon where each Thursday a new topic reflecting the latest research in astronomy and cosmology is discussed with professionals in the field.  John is an expert on astronomy education for the masses, and he sat down with us to give us a little insight on what it’s like to fight the battles of a science communicator in today’s world.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

In this episode we are going to be talking with John Michael Godier, a futurist, science fiction author and maker of amazing astronomy videos on YouTube.  He has written several sci fi books that are available on Amazon, notably Supermind, a story that deals with biological augmentation and supercomputer simulations of the universe.  He also runs two highly successful YouTube channels: one bearing his name, John Michael Godier, where every video he makes garners tens of thousands of views - and sometimes way more than that -  with range in topics from life in the universe to going to Mars.  His second YouTube channel is a collaboration called Event Horizon where each Thursday a new topic reflecting the latest research in astronomy and cosmology is discussed with professionals in the field.  John is an expert on astronomy education for the masses, and he sat down with us to give us a little insight on what it’s like to fight the battles of a science communicator in today’s world.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Educating Millions with John Michael Godier

Travis Burke

Most of us are amateur astronomers in part because we are curious about the heavens and want to connect directly with the stars.  We stare through eyepieces, open our camera shutters, and process our images with the goal of uncovering the beauty of the cosmos for ourselves.  It often evokes an emotional response and a desire to share the night sky with others.  Today we discuss what all of this means to us and Travis Burke, a professional adventure photographer joins in the discussion.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Most of us are amateur astronomers in part because we are curious about the heavens and want to connect directly with the stars.  We stare through eyepieces, open our camera shutters, and process our images with the goal of uncovering the beauty of the cosmos for ourselves.  It often evokes an emotional response and a desire to share the night sky with others.  Today we discuss what all of this means to us and Travis Burke, a professional adventure photographer joins in the discussion.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Paying It Forward w/ Travis Burke

This episode features one of the best astrophotographers around: iDeepSpace.  From his home in Tampa, FL, Jeremiah takes some of the most breathtaking images we've ever seen.  He's been features on many APODs and feeds from all over the internet.  Listen in to this week's episode to learn more about iDeepSpace and how he takes his images.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

This episode features one of the best astrophotographers around: iDeepSpace.  From his home in Tampa, FL, Jeremiah takes some of the most breathtaking images we've ever seen.  He's been features on many APODs and feeds from all over the internet.  Listen in to this week's episode to learn more about iDeepSpace and how he takes his images.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Just Do It with iDeepSpace

Andrew Semion

What are our latest effort with regard to listening for and otherwise searching for life in the universe?  Andrew Semion from the SETI Institute joins us to talk about some of our tools on the forefront of the search, like the Allen Telescope Array, and we also talk about what we think we'll find, if anything.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

What are our latest effort with regard to listening for and otherwise searching for life in the universe?  Andrew Semion from the SETI Institute joins us to talk about some of our tools on the forefront of the search, like the Allen Telescope Array, and we also talk about what we think we'll find, if anything.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Searching for Life with Andrew Semion from SETI

Jason Thomas

Jason Thomas is an avid science fiction and fantasy fan who uses his passion as a bridge to enjoy astronomy.  In this episode, Tony and Dustin talk with Jason about some of his adventures in a galaxy far, far away.  Please note some of this language is adult in nature, listener discretion is advised.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Jason Thomas is an avid science fiction and fantasy fan who uses his passion as a bridge to enjoy astronomy.  In this episode, Tony and Dustin talk with Jason about some of his adventures in a galaxy far, far away.  Please note some of this language is adult in nature, listener discretion is advised.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

A Galaxy Far, Far Away with Jason Thomas

Tim Morrill

Tim Morrill is one of the foremost amateur imagers of the Sun.  In this episode, Dustin and Tony talk with him about how he got started, what equipment he uses and his techniques for processing.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Tim Morrill is one of the foremost amateur imagers of the Sun.  In this episode, Dustin and Tony talk with him about how he got started, what equipment he uses and his techniques for processing.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Staring at the Sun w/ Tim Morrill

Jeff Simon

Kevin Legore

Skywatcher is a company that is very familiar to amateur astronomers and this episode offers a great chance to learn more about this company!  Please join Dustin Gibson and Tony Darnell as they discuss Skywatcher with Jeff Simon and Kevin Legore.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Skywatcher is a company that is very familiar to amateur astronomers and this episode offers a great chance to learn more about this company!  Please join Dustin Gibson and Tony Darnell as they discuss Skywatcher with Jeff Simon and Kevin Legore.--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Evolving a Brand w/ SkyWatcher's Jeff Simon & Kevin Legore

We've all heard this before: what's so great about astronomy?  Why do I have to know about stuff I'm never gonna be able to go see?  Why is this stuff important?  This week, we discuss this and much more with Alize Shilling from OPT Telescopes--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

We've all heard this before: what's so great about astronomy?  Why do I have to know about stuff I'm never gonna be able to go see?  Why is this stuff important?  This week, we discuss this and much more with Alize Shilling from OPT Telescopes--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Is Astronomy Dead? w/ Alize Shilling

Andrew McCarthy

This week's episode features astrophotographer and outstanding Moon imager Andrew McCarthy.  He's been imaging the Moon, planets and deep sky objects for many years, but is known as the "Moon Guy" on his @cosmic_background account on Instagram. Listen to his story and get his imaging secrets and advice in this week's episode!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

This week's episode features astrophotographer and outstanding Moon imager Andrew McCarthy.  He's been imaging the Moon, planets and deep sky objects for many years, but is known as the "Moon Guy" on his @cosmic_background account on Instagram. Listen to his story and get his imaging secrets and advice in this week's episode!--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Accidentally Incredible with Andrew McCarthy

I think we all realize just what a great time it is to be involved in amateur astronomy: gaining access to the stars has never been easier.  The equipment available to image the night sky is easier to use and extremely affordable. In this episode, Dustin and Tony discuss the high points of 2018 and look ahead to what's in store for 2019.  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

I think we all realize just what a great time it is to be involved in amateur astronomy: gaining access to the stars has never been easier.  The equipment available to image the night sky is easier to use and extremely affordable. In this episode, Dustin and Tony discuss the high points of 2018 and look ahead to what's in store for 2019. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Amateur Astronomy 2018 and a Look Towards 2019 w/ Dustin and Tony

Athena Brensberger, aka @AstroAthens, is a model and science communicator.  She embarked on her modelling career while she was a researcher at the Hayden Planetarium studying proto-planetary disks, the embryos of solar systems around other stars. As her modelling career advances, she also uses her platform to communicate one of her passions: astronomy.  Her Instagram account has hundreds of thousands of followers and her YouTube channel garners thousands of views.  In this episode Dustin and Tony talk with Athena about everything from modelling, astrophysicists in fashion and how she approaches communicating to her audience, many of whom may not be aware of how great space is!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

Athena Brensberger, aka @AstroAthens, is a model and science communicator.  She embarked on her modelling career while she was a researcher at the Hayden Planetarium studying proto-planetary disks, the embryos of solar systems around other stars. As her modelling career advances, she also uses her platform to communicate one of her passions: astronomy.  Her Instagram account has hundreds of thousands of followers and her YouTube channel garners thousands of views.  In this episode Dustin and Tony talk with Athena about everything from modelling, astrophysicists in fashion and how she approaches communicating to her audience, many of whom may not be aware of how great space is!--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support</a>

Keeping Space in Style with AstroAthens

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