The Actual Astronomy Podcast

Recent episodes

1. #545 - Observer’s Calendar for August 2026 from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Aug 3, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in August 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com

2. #544 - 7” Achro Attempts at Correcting Chromatic Aberration from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jul 27, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss different ways to reduce chromatic aberration in achromatic refractors.

3. #543 - 3D Printing and Astronomy from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jul 20, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss 3D printing and how it can enhance your observing.

4. #542 - 12 Months of Messier July Edition from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jul 13, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss well placed Messier objects to observe in July.

5. #541 - Observer’s Calendar for July 2026 from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jul 6, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in July 2026.

6. #540 - 12 Month of Messier June Edition from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jun 29, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss some Messier objects to observe in June.

7. #539 - David Nagler Answers Listener Questions from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jun 22, 2026

   Chris and Shane welcome David Nagler from Televue to the show to answer listener questions.

8. #538 - Listener Emails from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jun 15, 2026

   Chris and Shane get caught up and read listener emails.

9. #537 - Observer’s Calendar for June 2026 from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

   Jun 8, 2026

   Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in June 2026.

10. #536 - Observing While the Moon is Up from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    May 25, 2026

    Chris and Shane talk about what they like to observe when the Moon is up.

11. #535 - 12 Months of Messier May from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    May 18, 2026

    Chris and Shane discuss the well positioned Messier objects to observe in May. Show notes available on www.actualastronomy.com

12. #534 - Telescope Powers from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    May 11, 2026

    Chris and Shane talk about the magnification power that they like to use when observing.

13. #533 - The Observer’s Calendar for May 2026 from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    May 4, 2026

    Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in May 2026. Show notes are available on www.actualastronomy.com

14. #532 - Spring Galaxy Hunting and Listener Emails from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Apr 27, 2026

    Chris and Shane read some listener emails and then discuss observing galaxies in the spring.

15. #531 - 12 Months of Messier April Edition from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Apr 20, 2026

    Chris and Shane discuss the best Messier objects to observe in April. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com

16. #530 - Tele Vue in June & Chris Sends a Prized Possession to a Listener from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Apr 13, 2026

    Chris and Shane catch on recent astronomy gear, observing, and announce the David Nagler will be appearing on the podcast in June.

17. #529 - A Listener Builds His Dream Observatory from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Apr 6, 2026

    Chris and Shane welcome Kevin Duchscherer to discuss his observatory build.

18. #528 - The Observer’s Calendar for April 2026 from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Mar 30, 2026

    Chris and Shane discuss interesting things to observe in April 2026. Show notes are available at www.actualastronomy.com

19. #527 - A Reflection Nebula Filter? from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Mar 23, 2026

    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.

20. #526 - 12 Months of Messier - March Edition from The Actual Astronomy Podcast

    Mar 16, 2026

    Chris and Shane discuss the prominent Messier objects to observe in March. Show notes are available on www.acutalastronomy.com