Theories of the Universe Part 1

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String Theory? Braneworld? In this episode of Star Stuff, we discuss some of the most mind-blowing theories of how our universe works. Stay tuned for Part 2!

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ADC Construction Update | June 2023

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ADC Construction Update | June 2023 Hold on to your hats — this is the most exciting ADC update yet! Significant progress has been made in the construction of the […]

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What Astronomers Do In The Dark

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In this episode of Star Stuff, astronomers Dr. Gerard van Belle and Dr. David Ciardi take us on a behind-the-scenes journey through a night of observing, from the movies they […]

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Apollo Astronauts At The Grand Canyon? We Talk To Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane

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Filmed at the Grand Canyon! This episode features audience favorite Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane to discuss the Astronomer in Residence program at the Grand Canyon with the Astronomer in […]

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Itinerary for a Summer Day at the Observatory

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So, you’d like to visit the observatory, but you’re not sure of the best way to budget your time? Never fear: check out this sample itinerary of a perfect summer […]

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What Is Life Really Like In Space? – We Talk To Astronaut Nicole Stott

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Ever wondered what it’s like to live in space? Star Stuff sits down with Astronaut Nicole Stott to ask the important questions, from how living in space affected her art, […]

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Capturing The Cosmos: We Talk About Astrophotography

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In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with Lowell educator, Gavin Moriarty, to talk about the basics of astrophotography and how you can get started in the craft.

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How to Observe the 2023 Lyrids Meteor Shower

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The Lyrids meteor shower peaks on the evening of April 21 and into the early morning hours of April 22. What is the Lyrids Meteor Shower? A meteor is a […]

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What Is Life?

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What is life? In this episode of Star Stuff, our hosts discuss what it means to be alive on Earth and beyond.

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The Founding of Lowell Observatory

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On April 3, 1894, an Easterner named Andrew Douglass checked into Flagstaff’s Bank Hotel. Douglass may have looked like an ordinary visitor, but his luggage was anything but ordinary. Included […]

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Star Stuff Podcast Nominated for a 2023 Viola Awards

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Creative Flagstaff’s 15th annual Viola Awards are set to take place at the historic Orpheum Theater on April 1, 2023. This award ceremony aims to celebrate creative excellence in the […]

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How to View the Alignment of 5 Planets This Week

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This week, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus and Mars will line up near the Moon for a rare planetary hangout! To see this event, you’ll need to plan carefully to get […]

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