"Backyarders" is an astrophotography podcast aimed at beginners, enthusiasts and experts alike, sharing the stories of astrophotographers around the world.
When I started astrophotography a couple of years ago, I was really struck by how much support was available from others engaged in this pursuit. This podcast is my way of giving something back.
I don't have the technical expertise nor the experience of many involved in astrophotography, so I focus on the human end of the telescope.
Unfortunately the episodes are only available in the English language however I welcome ideas for how we can make it multilingual and become truly accessible around the globe.
The podcast receives no money through sponsorships etc and nor do I personally. I'm not a journalist but have a little experience interviewing people through past employment in management and health and aged care.
Episodes follow a general format covering
* "your backyard" - where you image now and interesting locations you've imaged in
* how you got started in astrophotography
* an overview of some of the equipment you've enjoyed using
* inspiring people and places involved in your astrophotography experiences
* why you do astrophotography, and what you hope might come from people engaging in it
Generally I record interviews using zoom online and I have just initiated a new way to share your story without an interview using "My Backyarder Story" through the website:
http://aimglass.sitebeat.site/
If you would like to listen to examples of previous episodes you can find them in Spotify (link below) or by searching "Backyarders astrophotography" in other podcast applications.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZZCjN8LRnrwo3SFDXceiq?si=FxDFz3UpS4mv047Va8RULQ&utm_source=copy-link&dl_branch=1
You will notice the variety of guests featured in episodes. My aim is to share any astrophotographer's story, from those starting out to very experienced and / or professional astrophotographers.
So you are all very welcome to be involved, please let me know if you are interested
Thank you very much for reading about the podcast, I look forward to sharing your stories soon.
Clear skies
Todd
