In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with astronomy expert Tim Collins about recent celestial activity, including a rare Venus–Jupiter conjunction, increased meteor sightings, and the aurora borealis displays seen over Western New York. Collins reassures listeners that these events are natural and not dangerous, explaining that improved technology—like doorbell cameras—simply makes them more visible than in the past. The conversation also explores broader topics such as how vast cosmic distances shape our understanding of the universe, the challenges of detecting extraterrestrial life, and the growing public interest in astronomy, while highlighting accessible ways for local residents to get involved through observatories, planetariums, and community astronomy groups.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with astronomy expert Tim Collins about recent celestial activity, including a rare Venus&ndash;Jupiter conjunction, increased meteor sightings, and the aurora borealis displays seen over Western New York. Collins reassures listeners that these events are natural and not dangerous, explaining that improved technology&mdash;like doorbell cameras&mdash;simply makes them more visible than in the past. The conversation also explores broader topics such as how vast cosmic distances shape our understanding of the universe, the challenges of detecting extraterrestrial life, and the growing public interest in astronomy, while highlighting accessible ways for local residents to get involved through observatories, planetariums, and community astronomy groups.

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.

 

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.
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