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Embrace the Darkness
Embrace the Darkness is a 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 for season 1 from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/the-closer-we-feel
License code: ISC7H98SN6TSSLHX
Music for season 2 is Take It All In from Zapsplatt
Embrace the Darkness
Sunset to Starlight - Stargazing at Bignor Hill with Vicki Wells
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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 Downs National 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!
Remember, if you have a question, comment or suggestion, please email embracethedarkness@southdowns.gov.uk
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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.
Season 2 edited by Francesca Turauskis of Tremula Network.
Music for season 1 is Orbit by D0d, direct from Uppbeat.
Music for season 2 is Take It All In from Zapsplatt
To find out more about the South Downs International Dark Sky Reserve, including the best places to stargaze, go to www.southdowns.gov.uk/dark-skies-hub