Cosmos Safari
The Cosmos Safari podcast co-hosts David Farina and Rob Webb take listeners on a journey to explore the depths of science's current understanding of the cosmos around us. The Universe is closer than you think!
Episodes
17 episodes
Astronomy Outreach with Kevin LeGore
Astronomy outreach is a powerful way to educate and inspire communities about their Cosmos. Kevin LeGore shares his extensive experience in making astronomy accessible through hands-on outreach and community engagement, emphasizing that anyone ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:35:51
Starizona's Hyperstar - Astrophotography at F/2 - Presented by Celestron
Unlock the secrets of the cosmos and revolutionize your astrophotography skills as we explore Starizona's incredible journey with special guests Steve Koenig and Scott Tucker. Join us as we uncover the story of how Dean Koenig's passion for ast...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:04:48
Binocular Stargazing 101: Essential Tips - with Celestron SkyMaster Pro ED
Ever wondered how to unlock the secrets of the night sky without a telescope? In this video, Dave guides you through the essentials of choosing the perfect binoculars for stargazing. Explore the unique benefits of popular models like the Celest...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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12:41
The Best Objects To See In The Night Sky - Presented by Celestron
Ever wondered why stars twinkle while planets shine steadily? Join us for an illuminating episode with our special guest as we unravel this and many other celestial mysteries. We promise you'll gain invaluable tips for observing and capturing t...
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1:32:31
Discover the Power of f/2.2 Astrophotography - the RASA Telescope
Can you imagine capturing the cosmos in stunning detail without the hassle of long exposure times? Say hello to the RASA telescope, a game-changer in astrophotography! Join us on this enlightening episode as we sit down with Dave, our special g...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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7:58
TransAstra: Revolutionizing Asteroid Mining and the Future of Space Economy | Presented by Celestron
Prepare to ignite your cosmic curiosity as we join forces with Joel Sercel, the visionary CEO of TransAstra, to navigate the extraordinary complexities and boundless opportunities of space engineering. Our interstellar conversation steers us th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:50:45
Unlock the Night Sky: Family-Friendly Astronomy with Celestron's StarSense Telescopes
Rob speaks with Lance Lucero from Celestron about the StarSense Explorer tabletop Dobsonian telescopes. Lance walks Rob through the main features of the StarSense Explorer and they both share stories of their experience as leaders of outreach g...
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6:46
Telescopes 101 How to Get Started and Avoid Hobby Killers - Presented By Celestron
Discover the night sky's secrets and sidestep the amateur astronomer's blunders with Dave from Cosmos Safari and Rob the Last Minute Astronomer. In this latest podcast episode, Dave and Rob unfold a treasure map of knowledge, pointing the...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:00:42
The Story Behind Celestron's Origin Home Observatory - Presented By Celestron
Celestron's CEO Cory Lee and Innovation Specialist Eric Kopit join us to share their cosmic journeys and discuss the technological evolution behind the Celestron Origin Home Observatory. Feel the same wonder that captivated Cory and follow Eric...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:09:37
Preparing For The Eclipse - Presented by Celestron
Summary: Welcome to the Cosmos Safari Podcast Presented by Celestron. In this episode, my co-host, the last-minute astronomer and I discuss the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024, and our personal experiences and les...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:05:17
Astrophotography as a Gateway to Science Communication with Ron Brecher
Embark on a cosmic odyssey with Ron Breacher, a virtuoso of the night sky, whose transformation from an amateur stargazer to an astrophotography maestro is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Clutching the telescope that started it all, Ron shares ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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54:05
NASA's OSIRIS REx Sample Return Mission - Asteroid Bennu
Summary: Dave and Rob let the dust settle on the OSIRIS-REx mission and discuss its origins, launch, flight, return, and current status. As of recording on November 9th, 2023 the return mission succeeded, but the sample was stuck insid...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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46:27
The Future of Astrophotography - LIVE Stacking with Richard Wright
In this episode of the Cosmos Safari Podcast, I speak with Richard Wright. Richard is a veteran astrophotography with over 20 years experience in the astronomy community as the programmer of the famous SkyX software by Software Bisque. Richard ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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53:28
How to Enjoy, Observe, and Photograph a Total Solar Eclipse with Gordon Telepun
In this episode, we interview Gordon Telepun, the maker of the popular Solar Eclipse Timer App, and discuss his new book, "How to Enjoy, Observe, and Photograph a Total Solar Eclipse" as well as some of his background as a five-time solar eclip...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:15:49
Stellar Evolution and Black Holes with Dr. Niel Brandt
Dr. Brandt: https://personal.psu.edu/wnb3/Dr. Niel Brandt is the Verne M. Willaman Professor of Astronomy & Astrophysics, and Professor of Physics at The Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Brandt is joining us today to ...
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1:02:16
The Science of the James Webb Space Telescope - What makes it so Exciting
In this video co-hosts Dave Farina and Rob Webb dive into the James Webb Space Telescope which has made a huge splash in the astronomy world over the last month. Dave and Rob discuss what makes them excited about the telescope, and discuss some...
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Episode 2
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44:54
How is NASA returning Astronauts to the Moon? - Artemis
In our first episode of the Cosmos Safari podcast, hosts Dave Farina and Rob Webb dive into NASA's Artemis program that will return humans to the moon for the first time in over 50 years and eventually to Mars! Learn more about this awesome NAS...
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Episode 1
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53:39