Starry Time

Scutum: Cosmic Background

October 3, 2026·18 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Join Jordan and Kit as they explore the astronomy and cosmic background of the constellation Scutum, the shield! Episode transcripts: https://www.starrytimepodcast.com/episode-transcripts  Website: https://www.starrytimepodcast.com/  Social: https://universeodon.com/@starrytimepod  Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/starrytimepod  Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:36 Background 02:15 First Impressions and Where to Find It 03:56 Brightest Star 06:25 Bayer's Variable Star 10:59 Gold Star 17:42 Outro Keywords: Scutum, Constellation, Astronomy, Johannes Hevelius, John III Sobieski, Alpha Scuti, Johann Bode, UY Scuti, Red Hypergiant, Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram, Type II Supernova, Wild Duck Cluster, Messier 11, Open Cluster, Scutum-Centaurus Arm, Globular Cluster, Black Widow Pulsar, Pioneer 11, Milky Way Spiral Arms

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