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Sky Tour Astronomy Podcast

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Jupiter
Saturn
Mars
Venus
Mercury
Orion
Arcturus
Sirius
Perseid Meteor Shower
Harvest Moon
Pleiades
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Capella
Pegasus
Moon Phases
Solar Eclipse
Halley's Comet
Lunar Eclipse
Betelgeuse

Discover the night sky with Sky & Telescope’s J. Kelly Beatty

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This month we’ve got three big celestial events to cover: eclipses of the Sun and Moon, and especially good prospects for the Perseid meteor shower. Plus we’ll track down a few planets, and gaze at the center of our galaxy. So load up on the bug juic... more

This month’s episode highlights the bright star Spica, now prominent high in the southwest after evening twilight. It’s leading the parade of constellations, along with the brilliant planet Venus, that will grace the Northern Hemisphere’s summer skie... more

This month’s episode showcases the stars and planets visible on March evenings. First up: March 3rd’s predawn a total lunar eclipse! Then track down three planets after sunset, and savor the easy-to-spot Winter Triangle of bright stars.

This month’s episode showcases the stars and planets visible on March evenings. First up: March 3rd’s predawn a total lunar eclipse! Then track down three planets after sunset, and savor the easy-to-spot Winter Triangle of bright stars.

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Kelly Beatty
Lead host of the Sky Tour Astronomy Podcast, affiliated with Sky & Telescope and associated astronomy publications.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 460 ratings
  • Down-to-Earth Cosmic Connector

    Excellent overview of highlights in the night sky during each month. Kelly is very clear, enthusiastic, and adept in his summary. I appreciate Kelly’s calm, at times playful, engaging, and factual presentation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ExplorerGent
    United States2 months ago
  • Listener friendly

    I love this monthly summary of stargazing events, released early enough for planning. This month I’ll try to see Uranus with binoculars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gardendoc
    United States2 months ago
  • Simply the best

    Kelly is the best and I look forward so very much to this monthly podcast and his smooth voice and knowledge! Thank you. Listen up and look up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chemgirl007
    United States5 months ago
  • Good information, hate AI reading

    Have to default to reading the transcript because AI reading is horrendous. Defeats the purpose of podcast format

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Winterized-monkey
    United States8 months ago
  • Love This Monthly Stargazing Podcast!

    This is an excellent monthly stargazing podcast. I look forward to it on the first day of each month. The host clearly goes through the highlights of the upcoming month in the sky. I always learn things & enjoy searching out the recommended events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @jddyche
    United States9 months ago

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Enthusiasts praise clear explanations and practical viewing tips.
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The host's calm, engaging delivery makes astronomy approachable for many.

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What is Sky Tour Astronomy Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A monthly astronomy show that guides listeners through visually compelling night-sky events, focusing on practical observing tips, celestial highlights, and historical context. Episodes cover what's visible in the current month, from eclipses and meteor showers to bright planets and well-known deep-sky targets, with accessible guidance for beginners and useful resources for more experienced stargazers. The host's steady, down-to-earth delivery and clear observational tips are repeatedly praised, and sponsorships or partnerships with telescope brands occasionally appear. The show stands out for its concise, timed tours of the sky, emphasis on where to look and when, and integration with a long-running astronomy publication for added context ... more

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