Episode 6: The Plough

Dog Stars

It's Bin Day Eve, and Chris and Mr Max are out under clear skies, talking about the most familiar group of stars of all, the Plough. We learn about an ancient test of your eyesight, why this pattern will persist longer than most, and where to look for the home of a distant planet. Meanwhile, can Mr Max cope with being barked at, and what exactly is hiding in the hedge?
You can find out more about the Plough here: https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/advice/plough-star-pattern/ and about the Ursa Major moving group here: https://astronomy.com/magazine/2005/01/inside-the-ursa-major-moving-group
We had a small technical hitch, so there is a change in the quality towards the end of the recording - however it hasn't impacted your ability to hear Mr Max trotting about.