Sky Tour Astronomy Podcast
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsDiscover the night sky with Sky & Telescope’s J. Kelly Beatty
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April Podcast: Planets in Transition
April 01, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.41 MBApril’s evening skies offer plenty of stars to check out. However, aside from Jupiter low in the west, planets are in short supply. Our latest Sky Tour podcast helps you track down Mars, Saturn, and much during April’s pleasant nights. The post April Podcast: Planets in Transition appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
March Podcast: A Barely-There Lunar Eclipse
March 01, 2024 06:17 - 13 minutes - 10.2 MBAs told in the latest episode of our long-running Sky Tour astronomy podcast, this month it’ll be challenging to a special kind of lunar eclipse on March 25th — but easy to spot five of the 10 brightest stars in the night sky. The post March Podcast: A Barely-There Lunar Eclipse appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
February Podcast: Orion and His Cosmic Critters
February 01, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutes - 9.72 MBAs told in this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast, Orion, the Hunter, dominates February’s evening sky, but he seems unaware of the cosmic prey that surrounds him. The post February Podcast: Orion and His Cosmic Critters appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
January Podcast: A Busy Start to 2024
January 01, 2024 16:07 - 14 minutes - 11 MBIf you’ve resolved to do more stargazing in the New Year, then 2024 will start you off with a bang! As told in this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast, you can look forward to some excellent celestial events. The post January Podcast: A Busy Start to 2024 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
December Podcast: A Tower of Brilliant Stars
December 01, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 10.1 MBThis month’s Sky Tour podcast introduces you to a “tower of brilliance” in the eastern evening sky, along with tips for finding four planets and watching mid-December’s impressive Geminid meteor shower. The post December Podcast: A Tower of Brilliant Stars appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
November Podcast: Horse, Dolphin, Arrow, and Fish
November 01, 2023 05:45 - 10 minutes - 8.86 MBWith Jupiter and Saturn leading the way each evening, you can use this month’s Sky Tour podcast to track down some lesser-known constellations — and the most distant celestial object that you can see with just your eyes! The post November Podcast: Horse, Dolphin, Arrow, and Fish appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
October Podcast: Jupiter & Saturn Dance at Dusk
October 01, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 7.7 MBThis month’s big celestial news might be the annular solar eclipse that will be seen in the Americas, but everyone can share the fun of casual stargazing by streaming or downloading October’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast. The post October Podcast: Jupiter & Saturn Dance at Dusk appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
September Podcast: Explore the Summer Triangle
September 02, 2023 11:53 - 11 minutes - 6.93 MBDaylight hours are getting shorter in the Northern Hemisphere, which means the hours for stargazing are getting longer throughout September! So stream or download this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast for lots of great tips on what you can see this month in the evening sky. The post September Podcast: Explore the Summer Triangle appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
August Podcast: Blue Moon and Perfect Perseids
August 01, 2023 08:20 - 13 minutes - 7.89 MBMany skywatchers look forward to seeing the Perseid meteors every August, and this month’s Sky Tour episode why they’ll be especially good this year. You’ll also learn what's so special about the full Moon that falls on the night of August 30–31. The post August Podcast: Blue Moon and Perfect Perseids appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
July: Scorpion & Serpent Handler
July 01, 2023 19:21 - 12 minutes - 7.71 MBCount on our monthly Sky Tour podcast to help you get the most out your casual stargazing. It’s a fun and informative way to introduce yourself to the nighttime sky! The post July: Scorpion & Serpent Handler appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
June: Solstice Nights & Summer Sights
June 01, 2023 09:12 - 11 minutes - 9.37 MBJune offers the shortest nights of the year for stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere. So count on our monthly Sky Tour podcast to help you get the most out your casual stargazing. It’s a fun and informative way to introduce yourself to the nighttime sky! The post June: Solstice Nights & Summer Sights appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
May: Leo is King in Late Spring
May 01, 2023 05:02 - 12 minutes - 9.86 MBThis month’s episode takes you on a guided tour of the key stars and planets that you’ll see on May evenings — a fun and informative way to introduce yourself to the nighttime sky! The post May: Leo is King in Late Spring appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
April: Mercury & Venus at Their Best
April 01, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes - 4.22 MBThis month’s episode offers an easy-to-follow guide to finding the solar system’s two innermost planets after sunset. And then it takes you on a guided tour of the rest of the key stars and planets that you’ll see on April evenings — a fun and informative way to introduce yourself to the nighttime sky! The post April: Mercury & Venus at Their Best appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
March: The Winter Hexagon
March 01, 2023 07:31 - 12 minutes - 4.33 MBAs the Northern Hemisphere edges toward the March equinox and beyond, stargazers have an abundance of brilliant stars overhead as darkness falls. Anchoring the celestial parade is Orion, the Hunter. Download or listen to this month’s Sky Tour to learn about — and how to spot — the Winter Hexagon of big, beautiful winter stars. The post March: The Winter Hexagon appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
February: Winterʼs Dazzling Stars
February 01, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 4.38 MBFebruary 4th marks the midway point between Decemberʼs solstice and the March equinox. Celebrate that celestial milestone by getting outside to gaze in awe at the amazing array of bright stars youʼll find overhead on February evenings. The post February: Winterʼs Dazzling Stars appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
January: Goodbye, Saturn (Hello, Venus)
January 01, 2023 07:12 - 12 minutes - 4.25 MBFor those well north of the equator, January’s long nights provide lots of time to enjoy the starry sky — and the stars of winter are spectacular! This month’s celestial highlights include a close pass of Saturn and Venus, a strong meteor shower, and much more. Our fun and factual Sky Tour podcast provides all the details. The post January: Goodbye, Saturn (Hello, Venus) appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
December: Mars in the Spotlight
December 01, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 3.97 MBDecember's solstice means that for many skywatchers the night will be up to 14 hours long — providing lots of time to enjoy the starry sky. This month’s celestial highlights are the close approach of the Moon and Mars (and, for many, a coverup) on December 7th and the Gemind meteor shower on the December 13th. Our fun and factual Sky Tour podcast provides all the details. The post December: Mars in the Spotlight appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
November: An Eclipse, Meteors & Planets
November 01, 2022 12:17 - 12 minutes - 4.44 MBFor most of us, November's switch to standard time means that evening comes early enough to do some casual stargazing before dinnertime. So download or stream our Sky Tour astronomy podcast to find out about this month's lunar eclipse, possible meteor surprises, and much more. The post November: An Eclipse, Meteors & Planets appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
October: Make Way for Jupiter
October 01, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutes - 3.98 MBOctober is a great time of year to do some casual stargazing. The stars and planets are waiting for you — all you need is this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast. Just download or stream the audio file and take it with you outside. The post October: Make Way for Jupiter appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
September: Harvest Moon & More
September 01, 2022 17:02 - 12 minutes - 4.25 MBHave you ever looked up at the night sky and tried to figure out what's what? September’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast will heighten your enjoyment of the bright stars and constellations now overhead. The post September: Harvest Moon & More appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
August: Saturn & the Perseids
August 01, 2022 18:00 - 13 minutes - 4.62 MBAugust marks the return of the Perseid meteor shower — and as you’re looking out for shooting stars while listening to this month’s Sky Tour podcast, look for Saturn low in the southeast as soon as night begins to fall. The post August: Saturn & the Perseids appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
July: Stars of the Summer Sky
July 01, 2022 07:12 - 12 minutes - 4.4 MBJuly offers lots of pretty stars and constellations to check out, and you’ll get a personally guided tour of them by downloading this month’s Sky Tour astronomy podcast. The post July: Stars of the Summer Sky appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
June: Pre-dawn Planet-Palooza
June 01, 2022 08:15 - 11 minutes - 3.88 MBDownload this month's Sky Tour podcast to find out where and when to spot a rare alignment of five planets in the sky before dawn. The post June: Pre-dawn Planet-Palooza appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
May: An Eclipse, Planets & More
May 01, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 4.46 MBDownload this month's Sky Tour podcast to find which planets are visible in the morning and evening skies, along expert tips for how to view the total lunar eclipse on May 15–16. The post May: An Eclipse, Planets & More appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
April: Dancing Planets at Dawn
April 01, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 4.3 MBWith the arrival of April, you’re likely to spend more time outdoors under the stars. So why not bring along our monthly Sky Tour astronomy podcast? It provides an informative and entertaining 12-minute guided tour of the nighttime sky. Download the April episode to explore the fascinating movement of four planets in the sky before dawn. The post April: Dancing Planets at Dawn appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
March: Sirius in the Spotlight
March 01, 2022 08:58 - 12 minutes - 4.35 MBWhether you’re just getting started in astronomy or simply looking to do some casual sky-watching, our monthly Sky Tour astronomy podcast provides an informative and entertaining 12-minute guided tour of the nighttime sky. Download the March episode to find and learn about Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky. The post March: Sirius in the Spotlight appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
February: Orion’s Neighborhood
February 01, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 4.26 MBOur monthly Sky Tour astronomy podcast provides an informative and entertaining 12-minute guided tour of the nighttime sky. Download February’s episode to explore the colorful constellations that surround Orion, the Hunter. The post February: Orion’s Neighborhood appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
January: Evening Planet Adieu
January 01, 2022 13:53 - 12 minutes - 4.13 MBThere’s no better way to start the new year than listening to our monthly Sky Tour astronomy podcast. It’s an informative and entertaining 12-minute guided tour of the nighttime sky. The post January: Evening Planet Adieu appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
December: Geminid Meteors & Comet Leonard
December 01, 2021 09:06 - 14 minutes - 4.81 MBDecember’s solstice brings the longest northern nights, and it’s a busy month for stargazers: the Geminid meteors, a visit from Comet Leonard, and a plethora of bright stars and constellations. The post December: Geminid Meteors & Comet Leonard appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
November: A Flying Horse and Star Fish
November 01, 2021 13:44 - 12 minutes - 4.13 MBWith darkness coming earlier now, take advantage of November's clear evenings to explore the nighttime sky with our audio guided tour. The post November: A Flying Horse and Star Fish appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
October: Three Planets at Dusk
October 01, 2021 15:26 - 11 minutes - 3.97 MBTake advantage of October's crisp, clear evenings and early-arriving dawns to explore the nighttime sky with our audio guided tour. The post October: Three Planets at Dusk appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Summer Triangle Overhead
September 01, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 3.92 MBThe calendar might say “September,” but now is the perfect time to explore the Summer Triangle. Find your way with this month’s Sky Tour podcast. The post Summer Triangle Overhead appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Welcome, Jupiter & Saturn!
August 01, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 4.69 MBThe Perseids are upon us — and as you're looking out for shooting stars, look for Jupiter and Saturn low in the southeast as soon as night begins to fall. The post Welcome, Jupiter & Saturn! appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
July: Inner Planets Rule!
July 01, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 4.16 MBTrue darkness is fleeting in July, especially at higher latitudes. So make the most of the darkness you have, by downloading our narrated Sky Tour podcast to "what's up" in the night sky. The post July: Inner Planets Rule! appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
June: Solar Eclipse & Colorful Stars
June 01, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 4.11 MBJune features long days and short nights in the Northern Hemisphere, so download our narrated Sky Tour astronomy podcast to make the most of the abbreviated dark hours after sunset. Special event: a partial solar eclipse on June 10th! The post June: Solar Eclipse & Colorful Stars appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
May: Halley Bits & Lunar Eclipse
April 30, 2021 17:28 - 14 minutes - 4.92 MBExciting celestial events will happen during May, so download our narrated Sky Tour astronomy podcast to find out about this month's Eta Aquariid meteor shower and a total lunar eclipse. The post May: Halley Bits & Lunar Eclipse appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
April: Follow the Moon
April 01, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 4.07 MBTo learn “what’s up” at night during April, download Sky Tour — an engaging narrated guide to the planets, stars, and constellations now visible. The post April: Follow the Moon appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
March: Find the Winter Hexagon
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 3.92 MBOur Sky Tour astronomy podcast provides an engaging guided tour of the planets, stars, and constellations overhead during March. The post March: Find the Winter Hexagon appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
February: The Hare & Unicorn
February 01, 2021 15:22 - 10 minutes - 3.57 MBWhen you step outside to admire the crisp, starlit night sky on February evenings, bring along our Sky Tour astronomy podcast to learn which stars and constellations are overhead. Here’s a preview of what you'll see. The post February: The Hare & Unicorn appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
January: The Hyades & Pleiades
January 01, 2021 22:00 - 12 minutes - 4.23 MBStart the new year right with the easy-to-follow stargazing highlights offered by our Sky Tour astronomy podcast. Here's a preview of this month's guided audio tour. The post January: The Hyades & Pleiades appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
December 2020: A Busy Month
December 01, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.33 MBStep outside after sunset this month to spot Jupiter and Saturn's dramatic pairing, 2020's best meteor shower, and more! The post December 2020: A Busy Month appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
November 2020: Cassiopeia Rules
November 01, 2020 04:11 - 11 minutes - 8.12 MBWith the return to standard time, November evenings come very early for northern observers — a chance to get in some quick stargazing before dinner! The post November 2020: Cassiopeia Rules appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
October 2020: Mars is the Star!
October 01, 2020 17:04 - 11 minutes - 7.86 MBOctober evenings offer many wonderful night-sky sights — including a dramatic appearance by Mars — and you can find them by listening to our guided audio tour of the star-filled sky. The post October 2020: Mars is the Star! appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
September 2020: Four Planets & More!
September 01, 2020 19:04 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBTake advantage of September's beautiful evenings to gaze upward as you listen to our guided tour of the star-filled sky. The post September 2020: Four Planets & More! appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
August 2020: Planets & Perseids
August 01, 2020 13:40 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MBThe Perseids are upon us — and as you're looking out for shooting stars, look for Jupiter and Saturn low in the southeast as soon as night begins to fall. The post August 2020: Planets & Perseids appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
July 2020: Welcome Jupiter & Saturn
July 01, 2020 14:57 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MBJuly's 11-minute Sky Tour astronomy podcast describes what to see in the summer sky in a casual, engaging way that your whole family can enjoy. The post July 2020: Welcome Jupiter & Saturn appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
June 2020: Stars of Early Summer
June 01, 2020 13:09 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MBOur 10-minute Sky Tour astronomy podcast guides you to planets, stars, and constellations in the early-summer sky in a casual, engaging way that your whole family can enjoy. The post June 2020: Stars of Early Summer appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
May 2020: Venus & Mercury at Dusk
May 01, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.46 MBWould you like to learn your way around the night sky in just 10 minutes? This month's Sky Tour astronomy podcast helps you to navigate all across the late-spring sky like a stargazing veteran. No experience or equipment needed! The post May 2020: Venus & Mercury at Dusk appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
April 2020: Planets Aplenty
April 01, 2020 00:38 - 9 minutes - 6.78 MBThis month's Sky Tour astronomy podcast highlights how Venus flirts with the Pleiades star cluster after sunset, then leads you to views of Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars together in the predawn sky. The post April 2020: Planets Aplenty appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
March 2020: A Planet Trio and More!
February 28, 2020 15:17 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBDuring March, the cosmos offers a lot to see both before sunrise and after sunset. To get a guided tour of the month's highlights, play or download this month's Sky Tour episode. The post March 2020: A Planet Trio and More! appeared first on Sky & Telescope.