Solar Eclipse, Facts, Myths, Legends on Eastern Standard

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Published August 7, 2017 at 12:39 AM EDT

This week we'll turn our attention to the heavens and discuss the upcoming solar eclipse. In addition to facts, we just may discuss myths and legends as well.

Guests: Dr. Marco Ciocca, Physics and Astronomy Professor at Eastern Kentucky University; Aida Bermudez, Planetarium educator at the Hummel Planetarium at Eastern Kentucky University; and Dr. Richard Gelderman , Professor Extra-Galactic Astrophysics Western Kentucky University

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