Embrace the Darkness
Embrace the Darkness
Podcast Description
Embrace the Darkness is a new podcast from the South Downs National Park Authority - an International Dark Sky Reserve and one of the best places in the United Kingdom for observing the night sky. Hosted by our own ”Queen of Darkness”, Elinor Newman, the podcast explores our connection with the night sky through the cosmos, nature, nocturnal wildlife and our own mental health and wellbeing. Each episode features a different guest, bringing their own perspective on the night sky and how they ’Embrace the Darkness.’ Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/the-closer-we-feelLicense code: ISC7H98SN6TSSLHX
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to the night sky, mental health, and the environment, with episodes addressing topics like the impact of dark skies on mental well-being and the connection between nocturnal wildlife and human experience. For example, discussions may include how stargazing can provide tranquility or how light pollution affects local ecosystems.
Embrace the Darkness is a new podcast from the South Downs National Park Authority – an International Dark Sky Reserve and one of the best places in the United Kingdom for observing the night sky.
Hosted by our own ”Queen of Darkness”, Elinor Newman, the podcast explores our connection with the night sky through the cosmos, nature, nocturnal wildlife and our own mental health and wellbeing.
Each episode features a different guest, bringing their own perspective on the night sky and how they ’Embrace the Darkness.’
Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/the-closer-we-feel
License code: ISC7H98SN6TSSLHX
Join Elinor for a magical night under the stars as she explores the breathtaking dark skies of Bignor Hill, a designated dark sky discovery site.
Elinor is joined by Vicki Wells, a member of the South DownsNational Park Authority and a former producer of BBC Sky at Night, for a fascinating conversation about astronomy, dark sky conservation, and the beauty of stargazing.
As the sun sets, they discuss the importance of preserving natural darkness, the wonders of the night sky, and what makes places like Bignor Hill so special for celestial observation.
Whether you're an avid stargazer or just curious about the cosmos, this episode is sure to inspire you to look up and embrace the night!
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Thank you for listening to ‘Embrace the Darkness’, presented by Elinor Newman.
The podcast is recorded and produced by the South Downs National Park Authority from the South Downs International Dark Sky Reserve.
Music is Orbit by D0d, direct from Uppbeat.
To find out more about the South Downs International Dark Sky Reserve, including the best places to stargaze, go to www.southdowns.gov.uk/DarkSkies
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