Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Technology is driving a revolution in amateur astronomy. Improvements in telescopes, computerized data, cameras, and more means backyard stargazers now have access to information that only a few years ago would have been limited to the hands of experts. A look at the technology of amateur astronomy — and what you might discover by just looking up.
Guests
- Charles Laird Calia Amateur astronomer; and author of "The Stargazing Years"
- Geoff Chester Amateur & professional astronomer; and Public Affairs Officer, United States Naval Observatory; and Member of Northern Virginia Astronomy Club
- Martin Cohen Astro-Optics Director, Company Seven
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