Podcasts about Night sky

Americans are losing their starry views to light pollution. But communities can make lighting decisions to help preserve night skies – while benefiting wildlife and human health.

The Stuph File Program Featuring composer Pete Melfi, founder & Commissioner of The Florida Man Games; Craig DiLouie, author of My Ex, The Antichrist; & science writer Andrew Fazekas, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky Download Pete Melfi is the founder and Commissioner of the annual Florida Man Games. Craig DiLouie is the author of a thriller with an intriguing title.  It's called, My Ex, The Antichrist. Science writer, Andrew Fazekas, The Night Sky Guy, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky, is back to talk about among other things, the eventual demise of our universe. This week's guest slate is presented by James Stahl is the founder and operator of WNRH 107.9FM in New Port Richey, Florida, one of the stations that plays The Stuph File Program.

This week on the RV Podcast: Pack Your Camper - The Night Sky is calling! There's an amazing meteor show going on up there this week that provides a great excuse to go camping. Budget cutbacks, staff shortages, and visitor pressure are all combining to seriously stress our National Parks this summer. Protests have started. Protecting your property from campground thefts. Real RVers share their solutions. In Mike and Jen's Storytime… when your camping plans don't go as expected, it's time to pivot. All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode 559 of the RV Podcast

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, August 13

In this special episode of Podsongs, musician Ceschi Ramos sits down with award-winning writer Ocean Vuong (On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, Night Sky with Exit Wounds) for a raw, deeply personal conversation about art, identity, music, and grief.This is the kind of conversation that only results when two artists at the same level, but in different disciplines, can really judge and appreciate one another's work. And Ocean said Ceschi's insights were "the most accurate and kindest thing anyone has ever said about my work."They explore their shared Connecticut roots, the influence of punk rock and hip-hop on their creative journeys, and the impact of family history, war, and loss on their work. From Buddhism and coping with trauma to navigating the commercial pressures of the creative industry, this dialogue offers profound insights into the intersections of music, literature, and personal history.If you're drawn to multicultural identity stories, poetry that cuts to the bone, and the uncompromising pursuit of authenticity in art, you'll want to hear every minute.The song that is inspired by the conversation is called "CHANGE OR DIE": https://ffm.to/changeordie00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

Award-winning author Craig Childs joins me to chat about his brand new book, The Wild Dark: Finding the Night Sky in the Age of Light. We talk about his adventure of biking across the Bortle Scale from the blindingly bright Las Vegas Strip to the darkest night of the Great Basin of Nevada. He shares his thoughts about what the night would look like if we inhabited a lone solar system floating between galaxies, how ancient cultures anchored the night sky to their local landscape, and why light at night is so seductive.LINKS FROM EPISODE 127:2025 Stargazing Guide (FREE download): https://nightskytourist.com/guide/ Order The Wild Dark book here: https://www.torreyhouse.org/the-wild-dark Craig Childs: http://www.houseofrain.com/index.cfm The Bortle Scale: https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-resources/light-pollution-and-astronomy-the-bortle-dark-sky-scale/ Night Sky Tourist events: https://nightskytourist.com/events/ VISIT OUR WEBSITEVisit the Night Sky Tourist website to book private stargazing experiences, read inspiring articles, and find resources to take your stargazing to the next level. You can find us at: https://nightskytourist.com/ FOLLOW & SUPPORTRate us: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify and Apple PodcastsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightskytourist/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightSkyTouristNewsletter: Sign up at NightSkyTourist.com for exclusive content and updatesQuestions? Email Hello@NightSkyTourist.com

Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, August 12

Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, August 11

The moon feels like a friend who never leaves—

Eye On The Night Sky For Friday, August 8

Eye On The Night Sky For Thursday, August 7

Hey there, and a very happy Thursday! This is your Disney News for Thursday, August 7th, 2025. I hope you're ready to dive into all the latest magic happening in the Disney universe today! - Tokyo Disneyland announces thrilling Fantasyland expansions with a "Beauty and the Beast" ride featuring animatronics and storytelling, opening later this year. - Disneyland in Anaheim reveals a sneak peek of the new nighttime show "Wonders of the Night Sky," with lights, music, and a potential Tinker Bell appearance. - Disney World's new range of Disney-themed desserts, including Mickey-shaped macarons, will be available at select park locations. - Disney+ introduces a new series inspired by "Zootopia," exploring new adventures with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde. Thanks for hanging out, and I hope you have a magical day ahead. Don't forget to tune in tomorrow for more Disney updates.

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, August 6

Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, August 5

Sometimes our mind may feel a bit dark, or frustated, or sad. If we can arouse the energy to do some act of kindness, some simple act of generosity or sharing, it will shine like a little star and illuminate our mind. As we accumulate more and more acts of good karma (puñña), we make our mind brighter and brighter, until it's illuminated like the star-spangled night sky. ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our Spotify Playlists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dhammagiri Youtube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#karma #punya #puñña #goodkarma #mind #nightsky

Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, August 4

Eye On The Night Sky For Friday, August 1

Eye On The Night Sky For Thursday, July 31

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, July 30

Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, July 29

Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, July 28

Join me as I review Tears of the Night Sky by Linda P. Baker & Nancy Varian Berberick, live! Share your thoughts on this second volume in The Chaos War series, released by Wizards of the Coast on October 1, 1998. You can buy a copy here: https://amzn.to/4md9N3b

Now that the insanity with doing my dad's last will and reaching a moment of catharsis is over, we get back to something more structured. Don't worry, the soul is there, John would not let me do otherwise. We talk about research, culture and how miscommunication and thinking what we presume are normal cause a lot of difficulties for everyone.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/theeasternborder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Stuph File Program Featuring composer Rod Schejtman; Jason Kristopher, author of The Dying Of The Light Series; & science writer Andrew Fazekas, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky Download Rod Schejtman is a composer who collaborated on an amazing symphony with legendary composer Lalo Schifrin. It was the last project that Lalo worked on before he died. The symphony is called Long Live Freedom, which is a 40-minute experience with 100 musicians.(Patreon Stuph File Program fans, you can hear more of Rod in our post interview conversation, plus you'll hear a little music, as a Patreon Reward Extra). Jason Kristopher is the author of the zombie series, The Dying Of The Light Series, which includes the books, End, Interval & Beginning. Science writer, Andrew Fazekas, The Night Sky Guy, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky, is back to talk about the oldest comet that scientists have ever discovered; and Canada going into space by themselves. (Patreon Stuph File Program fans, there is a Patreon Reward Extra where we discuss how ice in space is different than on Earth; mini-moons that might be circling our planet; and the ongoing plight of the Boeing Starliner). This week's guest slate is presented by Chris Epting, a freelance writer, author, expert and TV host who has written over 40 travel/history books, including James Dean Died Here, Roadside Baseball, and Hello It's Me, Dispatches From a Pop Culture Junkie.

What the if we just kept making telescopes bigger and bigger until they're the size of entire planetary orbits? Starting with the new Vera Rubin Observatory's 21-foot camera that immediately spotted 2,000 asteroids, explore a world where astronomers drop telescopes throughout Earth's orbit to create a synthetic lens 200 million miles wide. Discover how gravitational lenses could let you see taxi cabs on distant planets, why you'd need to be a billion miles from the Sun to use it as a magnifying glass, and how synthetic aperture telescopes work like having two eyes but separated by the width of solar systems. From spotting individual continents on exoplanets to taking year-long exposure photographs of alien worlds, turns out the universe's ultimate camera might already be built into the fabric of space itself. Based on "Earth's Largest Camera Takes Three Billion Pixel Images of the Night Sky" by Jonathan Corum and Kenneth Chang, published in The New York Times on June 19, 2025: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/06/19/science/rubin-observatory-camera.html?unlocked_article_code=1.XU8.oT2z.kiE9AZtjeDDr&smid=url-share --- Find out more about Gaby's science fiction short story! Here are the links for the anthology. The physical copy can be ordered here : https://www.neonhemlock.com/books/luminescent-machinations-queer-tales-of-monumental-invention The ebook can be ordered here: https://www.neonhemlock.com/ebooks/luminescent-machinations-queer-tales-of-monumental-invention

Send us a textLast week we began our trek across the bridge to the celestial! We remembered our connection to the stars, and their connection to our very DNA.From a deep dive into birth charts to the ways the stars have pressed into the soul of Night Sky Tourist, there's no doubt about the influence of the Sun and Moon and stars have on us!  How about legends of  werewolves? Humans changing into half-dog, half-human beasts during a full moon. Do our moods change based on lunar or solar activity? How the Sun and Moon Influence HumansFirst the Sun - It is  what some have called the hearth and heart of our planet.Did you know our Sun accounts for 99.8% of our solar system's mass? That fact comes from NASA. And it's no wonder the Earth, and us, its inhabitants are influenced by it, because Earth exists INSIDE the Sun's atmosphere. You heard that right. Outside that heliosphere is interstellar space. NASA continues, "The Sun doesn't have a solid surface like Earth and the other rocky planets and moons. The part of the Sun commonly called its surface is the photosphere. The word photosphere means "light sphere" – which is apt because this is the layer that emits the most visible light. It's what we see from Earth with our eyes." (and they remind us to never look directly at the Sun without eye protection)And then there's this; " In one of the Sun's biggest mysteries, the corona is much hotter than the layers immediately below it. (Imagine walking away from a bonfire only to get warmer.) The source of coronal heating is a major unsolved puzzle in the study of the Sun."What to Read/Listen/Watch NEXT!A Beginner's Guide to Reading a Birth Chart, ELLE Magazine, Madison FellerBeginner's Guide to Reading a VEDIC Birth Chart, Melooha.com, Dr. Vineeta PhatakPast Life in the Natal Chart, Astrologgia.com, Daria RoweFour Elements in Astrology, Moonletter.co.uk, Ben BelinskySun Facts, NASA.govSolar Flares: Effects on Humans, Heath.com, Amanda MacMillanInterpreting 5 Ancient Constellations Across Cultures, Discover Magazine, Joshua Rapp LearnOrion Across Three Cultures, NightSkyTourist.comI don't accept sponsors and paid advertisers. I choose people, podcasts and authors I believe in to highlight in the ad segment. That's why I've been shining a spotlight on Derek Condit at Mystical Wares. He is both talented and generous with those gifts. Please give his books a look on the Mystical Wares website.Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on Twitter (X)Curious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director, Nora, has a handmade, ethically-sourced jewelry company!

Eye On The Night Sky For Friday, July 25

Eye On The Night Sky For Thursday, July 24

In which I record a single take stream of consciousness this time on the subject of curiosity. What is it? Are scientists studying it, and what does it mean for our band of creative weirdos. I don't answer these questions, but I sort of talk about the subject around it. Inspired by Keith Sawyer and Scott Thorp on the Science of Creativity Podcast. Read Learning to See by Keith SawyerCheck out the Working Hands Podcast with Trevor HigginsRead The Wild Dark - Finding the Night Sky in the Age of Light by Craig Childs(no affiliate links but check these things out!)

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, July 23

Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, July 22

Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, July 21

Send us a textWe are in the dog days of summer.  It's a season of campouts, when a tent pitched in a backyard offers cool relief from sunny days. Those magical nights are a bridge to the celestial realm. From stories written in the stars to the placement of the Sun, Moon and planets at the moment of our birth, to the impact Moon phases and Sun spots have on our human bodies? The bridge to the celestial realm awaits. Let's step onto it.The Celestial BridgeWhen I think of the bridge to the celestial, I picture the crystal rainbow from the Thor movie that stretched from Asgard to other realms.The stars and our place among them has birthed questions we humans have pondered since ancient times. Tales have been woven from that vast blanket of light that speak of heroes, villains, cautionary tales, mythical beasts, revenge, and more. The placement of the moon, the sun, and constellations signaled the time to plant crops, hunt, store for winter, and hunker down. The sight of comets and meteor showers were often seen as omens, signs from the gods that seeded legends we repeat today.We still look to the stars, the sun and phases of the moon to better feel our connection to the Universe. Those celestial bodies inspire the mystery of us, in a way that feels secret, sacred and sometimes haunting.In fact, the cosmos inspired their own fiction genre known as Cosmic Horror. Heavily influenced by H.P. Lovecraft, Cosmic Horror focuses on the insignificance of humans, the unsettling nature of the Universe, and cosmic entities that can be threatening, or seem intimidating at the very least.What to Read/Listen/Watch NEXT!A Beginner's Guide to Reading a Birth Chart, ELLE Magazine, Madison FellerBeginner's Guide to Reading a VEDIC Birth Chart, Melooha.com, Dr. Vineeta PhatakPast Life in the Natal Chart, Astrologgia.com, Daria RoweFour Elements in Astrology, Moonletter.co.uk, Ben BelinskySun Facts, NASA.govSolar Flares: Effects on Humans, Heath.com, Amanda MacMillanInterpreting 5 Ancient Constellations Across Cultures, Discover Magazine, Joshua Rapp LearnOrion Across Three Cultures, NightSkyTourist.comI don't accept sponsors and paid advertisers. I choose people, podcasts and authors I believe in to highlight in the ad segment. That's why I've been shining a spotlight on Derek Condit at Mystical Wares. He is both talented and generous with those gifts. Please give his books a look on the Mystical Wares website.Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on Twitter (X)Curious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director, Nora, has a handmade, ethically-sourced jewelry company!

Eye On The Night Sky For Friday, July 18

Eye On The Night Sky For Thursday, July 17

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, July 16

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Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, July 15

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Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, July 14

"Tales of the Night Sky" is a unique Audio Drama experience with spectacular soundscapes, based on the Greco-Roman myths behind the constellations. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob, these moving and sometimes humorous tales, brim with tragedy, injustice, and violence. This week Jack and David look at a trilogy of tales including "Callisto: The Constellation of Ursa Major", "Arcas: The Constellation of Boötes" and "Cynosura: The Constellation of Ursa Minor"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eye On The Night Sky For Friday, July 11

Eye On The Night Sky For Thursday, July 10

Eye On The Night Sky For Wednesday, July 9

From the author of the critically acclaimed poetry collections Night Sky with Exit Wounds and Time Is a Mother, as well as the novel On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous, comes The Emperor of Gladness—a novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive. In conversation with Nicole Chung, the author of the memoirs A Living Remedy, named a Notable Book by The New York Times, and All You Can Ever Know, a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award. This program was held on May 19, 2025 in partnership with Politics and Prose.  Watch this conversation on YouTube.

Eye On The Night Sky For Tuesday, July 8

Eye On The Night Sky For Monday, July 7

Send me a message here with feedback or topics you'd like to see covered on upcoming episodes! Or just say hello!Capturing great details in the night sky is easier said than done, and enhancing those astro images in post can provide even more of a challenge. In this episode, New Zealand photographer Tom Rae guides us through his process of capturing the incredible details of the night sky. In addition to how to capture more details in the field, Tom shares some of his best post-processing tips and tricks with us to help you improve your astrophotography.Links from this episode:Tom's InstagramTom's WebsiteTom's FacebookiOptron SkyguiderDiffusion FilterLifePixelIf you're serious about becoming better at photography, the fastest way to do so is by joining me for an in-person workshop. Check my current workshop listings here.Find FREE photography tutorials on my YouTube channel.10 Landscape Photography Tips in 10 Minutes - FREE Video

People across Missouri and Kansas are losing their starry views to light pollution. But the right lighting decisions can help preserve night skies and benefit animal and human health.