Planets Fade, Leo Roars, and the Equinox Arrives
The night sky is shifting this week as Venus and Mercury take their leave from the evening sky—at least for now. Jupiter shines in Taurus, Mars lingers near Gemini’s twin stars, and Leo rises high, sh...
16 Mar 202516min
Blood Moon Rising: A Total Lunar Eclipse
A total lunar eclipse is on the way! This week, the Worm Moon will turn a deep red as Earth’s shadow completely covers it. We break down when and where to watch this Blood Moon on the night of March 1...
9 Mar 20259min
Cosmic Collisions: Asteroids, Comets, and the Science of Planetary Defense
This week on Star Trails, we explore the fascinating world of space rocks—asteroids, comets, and meteors—and their impact on our planet and beyond. With recent talk of asteroid 2024 YR4 making headlin...
2 Mar 202515min
Dark Skies, Elusive Light, and Pluto’s Legacy
With the New Moon arriving this week, we’re in for some of the darkest skies of the month—perfect for stargazing! In this episode, we’ll track down the elusive Zodiacal Light, a faint cosmic glow that...
23 Feb 202516min
Venus at Peak Brilliance and the Voyager Golden Record
Join us for a skyward journey as Venus blazes at its brightest this week, offering a perfect chance to observe its changing phases—and a centuries-old enigma known as the Ashen Light. Discover the sci...
16 Feb 202525min
The Snow Moon & The Pale Blue Dot: A Cosmic Perspective
This week on Star Trails we explore the Snow Moon, February’s luminous full moon, and uncover the fascinating folklore behind its many names. Then, we turn our gaze to some lesser-known wonders—Camelo...
9 Feb 202516min
One Year of Star Trails: A Journey Through the Cosmos and Time
This week marks a special milestone for Star Trails — our one-year anniversary! Join us as we reflect on the origins of the show, its experimental beginnings, and the journey that has brought us here....
2 Feb 202523min
Hunting the Hunter: Orion’s Myth and Marvels
Join us as we journey through the wonders of late January’s sky. From the waning crescent moon to the dazzling dance of Venus and Saturn, the week offers incredible opportunities for planet watchers a...
26 Jan 202516min
