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 Mars 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
Stars 101: The Building Blocks of the Cosmos
In this episode we’re stripping astronomy down to its essentials: stars. Discover how these glowing spheres of plasma form from vast stellar nurseries, evolve through dramatic life cycles, and shape t...
19 Jan 202516min
The Wolf Moon and Mars: Spooky Occultations & Planetary Oddities
Join us this week for a spectacular cosmic event: On January 13th – the Moon will briefly occult Mars, causing the red planet to vanish from sight for about an hour. Discover the “why” behind this eer...
12 Jan 202517min
