Space Junk

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Space Junk Podcast

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

  1. 03/15/2023

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

    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

    59 min

  2. 02/24/2023

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

    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

    1h 2m

  3. 02/01/2023

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

    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

    1h 2m

  4. 01/25/2023

    How Autoguiders Can Help You Find the Meaning of Life

    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

    1h 1m

  5. 01/18/2023

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

    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

    1h 1m

  6. 01/11/2023

    New iOptron Mounts // The Growing Problem of LED Streetlighting

    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

    47 min

  7. 01/04/2023

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

    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

    1h 7m

  8. 12/14/2022

    Space Junk Podcast is Back

    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

    52 min
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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: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spacejunk/support

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  • Creator
    OPT Telescopes
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2023
  • Episodes
    125
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © OPT Telescopes
  • Show Website
    Space Junk

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