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Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast

Single Malt Sky
Saturn
Geomagnetic Storms
Mars
Jupiter
Auroras
Northern Lights
Life Cycle Of Stars
Virgo
NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center
Coronal Mass Ejections
Cosmic Microwave Background
Total Solar Eclipse
Constellations
Neptune
Hubble Space Telescope
Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower
Carrington Event
Satellites
Solar Flares
Power Grids

Star Trails is a weekly astronomy podcast that begins in your backyard and expands outward to the edge of the universe.

Each episode features a guide to the night sky visible across North America — constellations, planets, moon phases, and celestial events — along with deeper explorations of the science, history, and perspective that make astronomy one of humanity’s greatest adventures.

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Recent Guests

Martin Bowers
Director of Melton Memorial Observatory
Melton Memorial Observatory, University of South Carolina
Episode: Photon by Photon: A Journey Through Observatories
Clyde Tombaugh
Astronomer, discoverer of Pluto (archive interview)
Lowell Observatory
Episode: The Case of Pluto: Discovery, Demotion, and Redemption
Stephen Colbert
TV host referenced in the episode
The Colbert Report/ CBS
Episode: The Case of Pluto: Discovery, Demotion, and Redemption
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist who explained the planetary status change
American Museum of Natural History / Tyson Enterprises
Episode: The Case of Pluto: Discovery, Demotion, and Redemption
Mike Brown
Astrophysicist who argued Pluto is not a unique planet
Caltech/JPL
Episode: The Case of Pluto: Discovery, Demotion, and Redemption
Jim Bridenstine
Former NASA administrator mentioned in context of planetary status
NASA
Episode: The Case of Pluto: Discovery, Demotion, and Redemption

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Drew
Host of Star Trails: A Weekly Astronomy Podcast; frequent solo episodes and guest interviews; guides to night-sky watching and broad space-science discussions.

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Photon by Photon: A Journey Through Observatories
Q: So this observatory has been around for nearly a century. What's the story behind how it was built?
The director explains that Dr. Melton championed a proper observatory to replace a moveable telescope setup, convinced Edwin Seibels to fund the project, and that the building dedication honored Dr. Melton after his passing; the resulting Melton Memorial Observatory was completed around 1928 and remains a community focal point for education and outreach.
Echoes from the Cosmic Graveyard
Q: Is this really what a black hole looks like?
The striking image of a black hole resembles a glowing lopsided ring around a dark center, which is an accurate visualization rooted in physics.
Meteors, Mars, and a Betelgeuse Breakthrough
Q: What is significant about Betelgeuse's recent discovery?
Researchers have identified a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse, which may explain its long-term brightness variations and shows that Betelgeuse is part of a binary system.
Meteors, Mars, and a Betelgeuse Breakthrough
Q: What celestial events can we expect this week?
This week features dual meteor showers and the conjunction of Mars with the moon, along with observations of a nova in the constellation Lupus.
Weighty Matters and Wandering Worlds
Q: Can you explain mass? I don't understand how mass is calculated or what that means.
Mass refers to how much material is present in an object, and it isn't determined by the object's size.

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This show consistently mixes accessible night-sky guidance with deep dives into astronomy, space history, and the people shaping our understanding of the cosmos. Episodes range from tours of the Solar System's moons and the outer planets to narratives about Pluto's demotion, the lifecycle of stars, and the dynamics of time and observation. A notable strength is pairing practical stargazing tips with broad explorations of science, culture, and exploration history, often weaving in mission milestones and current research to contextualize everyday skywatching. From audience-friendly “how to observe” segments to ambitious discussions of planetary definitions, the show tends to attract curious, craft-minded listeners who value both hands-on lear... more

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