What's Up in the April 2023 Skies?

 In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Dennis Cassia, Richard Sanderson and Phil Harrington, three gentlemen who have each attended the annual Stellafane Convention in Springfield, Vermont an incredible 50 times. They shared their wealth of knowledge and experiences with us, shedding light on the significance of this renowned gathering of amateur astronomers and telescope makers. For even more information about the Springfield Telescope makers and the Stellafane Convention visit https://stellafane.org/ Please visit the Stellafane Memories page on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/794876008515661 

In this episode we explore which planets are visible In the evening and morning skies this June.  We also explore some of the best deep sky objects that are visible on June Evenings. Make sure to check out or next episode where I held a panel discussion with 3 Stellafane Attendees that have each attended the convention 50 times!  That should be available between the 1st and 2nd week of June. For more information about Stellafane visit: https://stellafane.org/

In this episode, I go over how I setup to image Bode’s Galaxy, M81.  In the video we explore setting up the gear and using the ASIAIR to control everything to do the image, as well as stacking and processing the all the data into a final image.  Besides the ASIAIR software, we go into Astro Pixel Processor and Pixinsight as well.  The image is made up of just over 8 hours of data taken from home in New Jersey, less than 20 miles from Times Square in NYC.  In the video I referenced several other YouTube channels. Thos are: Cuiv the Lazy Geek https://www.youtube.com/c/CuivTheLazyGeekAstroBackyardhttps://www.youtube.com/@AstroBackyardNebula Photoshttps://www.youtube.com/@NebulaPhotosLukamaticohttps://www.youtube.com/@lukomaticoVisible Darkhttps://www.youtube.com/@VisibledarkAstroAnother Astro Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@anotherastrochannel2173Your feedback and suggestions are welcome!

In this episode we will be exploring the planets that will be visible in the night sky this month. We will also be taking a closer look at two southern constellations that are easy to spot this time of year, Corvus and Crater, and we'll explore some of the Deep Sky Objects that can be found within them. Whether you're an experienced stargazer or new to astronomy, you won't want to miss this episode full of tips, tricks, and fascinating insights into our universe.

In this episode we preview 2 upcoming episodes, one about the annual Stellafane Convention and another geared for astrophotographers about capturing, stacking and processing a galaxy image.  We also discuss the return of the North East Astronomy Forum, a slew of new products from ZWO and the recent successful launch of the ESA’s JUICE probe and the not so successful SpaceX Starship Orbital test that ended in a Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly (it exploded).    Want to know more about Stellafane?  https://stellafane.org/Here’s the NEAF website https://www.neafexpo.com/ZWO’s new products!  Wow!  https://astronomy-imaging-camera.com/product-category/new-products/ESA’s JUICE Probe  https://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Space_Science/JuiceSpaceX Starship info:  https://www.spacex.com/vehicles/starship/

Welcome to the Astroguy Podcast, your guide to the wonders of the night sky. In this episode, we'll be discussing which planets are visible this month, as well as exploring some of the best deep sky objects you can see in the spring and how to find them.

Welcome to the AstroGuy Podcast, where we explore the vast universe of astronomy and space exploration. In this episode, we have a special guest, Peter Bealo, a board member of the American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO), to talk about some of his rare and antique telescopes and the work that he and other members of the AAVSO are doing.Peter shares some interesting stories about his experiences with antique telescopes and related items.  We then dive into the work of the AAVSO and their mission to advance the study of variable stars. Peter explains the importance of variable stars and how they can help us understand the universe better. He talks about the research being done by the AAVSO and the impact it can have on our understanding of the universe.We also learn about the role of amateur astronomers in the work of the AAVSO and how anyone can get involved in this exciting field of astronomy. Peter shares some tips on how to get started in variable star observing and the resources available for amateurs.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in antique telescopes and the work of the AAVSO. Join us for an informative and engaging discussion with Peter Bealo. Thanks for tuning in to the AstroGuy Podcast.Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAUO93tx9XP5SWsfkvERfFAOur Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/astroguypod

In this episode, we'll be exploring the captivating celestial display that awaits us in the skies of March 2023, highlighting the close conjunctions of various planets. Also, we'll update you on Comet C/2022 E3 ZTF, which is fast fading away as it journeys beyond our solar system. After that, we'll delve into the renowned constellation Ursa Major, famous for its iconic Big Dipper asterism. Join us as we uncover the constellation's fascinating features and discover some of the most remote objects that can be observed using amateur instruments.Our YouTube ChannelOur Facebook GroupHere’s the a link to the episode where we discussed Artificial Intelligence with James Maynard of the Cosmic Companion:  Carpe Noctem!

In this engaging episode, I interviewed James Maynard, host and producer of the Cosmic Companion, who is also a lifelong amateur astronomer and published author. We explored how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being utilized in astronomy, astrophotography, education, and beyond. James delves into the AI engines available now and ponders the potential of AI in the future. Join us on this informative and entertaining journey!https://thecosmiccompanion.net/ https://thecosmiccompanion.medium.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/thecosmiccompanion 

 In this episode we discuss when and where in the sky you can observe the planets, as well as Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF). We also take a look at some of the best deep sky objects that are visible in the Winter skies.