Looking up, we may soon see a bright comet, meteor showers a far off star cluster without a telescope. Then, we meet some of the people determined to hike the nearly 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail and featured in a new book by a Madison writer.
Featured in this Episode
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The coming celestial show
A telescope isn’t necessary to see a comet, meteor showers, Jupiter, Saturn and a galaxy beyond our own over the next few months. Astronomer Paul Kinzer tells us what to look for in the sky, both day and night.
Why This Fall Will Be a Magnificent Time to Gaze Into the Night Sky
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Wisconsin writer chronicles fellow hikers of the Appalachian Trail
Cary Segall interviewed hundreds of fellow hikers for his new book, “A Talk in the Woods: Voices Along the Appalachian Trail.” The former Wisconsin State Journal reporter and editor shares what he learned about what motivates so many to make that arduous trek.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Paul Kinzer Guest
- Cary Segall Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
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