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Definition
Equinox: The time of year when the Sun appears in the sky at the intersection of the ecliptic and the celestial equator. Two such points exist: The vernal equinox (approx. More »
Solstice: An event in the Earth's orbit during which the tilt of the Earth's axis is pointed most directly towards or away from the Sun. The summer solstice for the northern hemisphere occurs within a few days of June 21 every year. More »

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Radio Programs
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 Title  Air Date
Autumnal Equinox II September 22, 2009
More Moon, Regulus, and Saturn June 26, 2009
Summer Solstice June 21, 2009
December Solstice December 20, 2008
Autumnal Equinox September 22, 2008

Note: Audio versions of our programs will be available the day after they air. Visit the transcript page to listen.

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Solstices and Equinoxes
Solstices and Equinoxes 		Shadow Man
Shadow Man 		'Shielding' the Sun
'Shielding' the Sun 		Castillo
Castillo

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What is the difference between a solstice and an equinox?

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