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The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – A New Interstellar CometGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the recent discovery of a comet which comes from beyond our Solar System. 2025-07-1501 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – What causes the seasonsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about why it is Summer even though the Earth is at its furthest point from the Sun.2025-07-0801 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – What is a Black Hole?Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about black holes and how they form.2025-07-0202 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Rubin Observatory First ImagesGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the release of the first amazing images of nebulae and galaxies taken by the new Rubin telescope.2025-06-2402 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Summer TriangleGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the Summer Triangle, three bright stars in the summer night sky.2025-06-1701 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Dwarf PlanetsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the discovery of a new dwarf planet which orbits beyond Pluto far from the Sun.2025-06-1101 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Most Distant GalaxyGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the discovery of the most distant galaxy from the Earth. It was just discovered by the James Webb Space Telescope.2025-06-0402 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Will an asteroid hit Earth?Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about Asteroids that orbit the Sun near the Earth and sometimes hit us.2025-05-2102 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Extremely Large TelescopeGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about The Extremely Large Telescope which is being built on a mountain in Chile. It is the biggest telescope ever.2025-05-1302 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The New Horizons SpacecraftGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about New Horizons, the spacecraft that flew by Pluto in 2016, and is now venturing into interstellar space.2025-05-0701 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – EnceladusGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about Enceladus, one of Saturn’s moons that has geysers shooting water into space.2025-04-3001 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Life on other planetsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the possibility of life on planets outside our Solar System.2025-04-2302 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Date of EasterGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about how the date of Easter is set because of the Moon.2025-04-1502 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Saturn’s MoonsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the discovery of 128 new moons around Saturn.2025-04-0801 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – First Day of Spring 2025The Star Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The First Day of Spring. Geoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the astronomical meaning of Spring.2025-04-0101 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – A total eclipse of the MoonGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about what happens when there is a total eclipse of the Moon.2025-03-1201 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Abraham Lincoln and the AlmanacGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about how Abraham Lincoln used a knowledge of the heavens to win a case in court.2025-03-0501 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Water on MarsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about water on Mars and whether life might have formed there billions of years ago. 2025-02-2602 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – GalileoGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about Galileo and his many scientific discoveries.2025-02-1901 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – AsteroidsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about asteroids and what they are made of.2025-02-1101 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Planetary DefenseGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about how the Earth needs to prepare to avoid a collision with an asteroid.2025-02-0402 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Lineup of the PlanetsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about how the planets seem to be lined up across the sky this month.2025-01-2802 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Rubin ObservatoryGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the new Rubin Observatory named after the astronomer, Vera Rubin, who discovered dark matter.2025-01-2101 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – MarsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about Mars which is bright in our sky right now.2025-01-1501 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The CalendarGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about why we celebrate the New Year on January 1st.2025-01-0801 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Winter SolsticeGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the significance of the winter solstice.2024-12-1801 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Voyager MissionGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the Voyager spacecraft which are still sending back data 47 years after launch. 2024-12-1101 min
Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation101 Forming Leaders and Ministers: Depth, Character, and Spiritual Direction (David Clayton)Leaders, pastors, and pioneers of movements are often outward and forward-focused. Often this means leaving the inward life unexplored and ignored. How can leaders tend to the depths within, and how might spiritual directors help in this work? How best can we support and form clergy and leaders? David Clayton is a qualified and experienced Spiritual Director, Supervisor, and Behavioural Analyst. With a unique blend of expertise in behavioral science and spiritual direction, David provides a holistic approach that emphasizes both inner development and practical application. He is committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward greater...2024-12-1046 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – ExoplanetsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about planets orbiting other stars.2024-12-0401 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Jupiter, King of the PlanetsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about Jupiter and its moons.2024-11-2702 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Bright Planets you can see in the skyGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about how to identify Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn in the skies of Nantucket right now.2024-11-1901 min
The Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – The Full MoonGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff talks about the Full Moon.2024-11-1201 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – In Praise of MysteryGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff recites the poem written by US Poet Laureate, Ada Limon, for the NASA Europa Mission.2024-11-0501 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Cosmic DawnGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff discusses the Cosmic Dawn, the time 13 billion years ago when the first stars and galaxies began to shine.2024-10-3002 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Rocket LaunchesGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff discusses the exciting launches of two rockets, the SpaceX Moon rocket, and the Europa Clipper, heading to Jupiter to look for life.2024-10-2201 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – Northern LightsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff discusses the Northern Lights or the Aurora Borealis. We have seen the aurora from Nantucket this year because the Sun is very active, and we may see it again.2024-10-1602 minThe Nature of NantucketStar Report with Geoff Clayton of the Maria Mitchell Association – CometsGeoff Clayton is the Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. This week Geoff discusses comets. There is a new bright comet which should appear in Nantucket's skies this weekend. Look in the west after sunset for the beautiful comet tail.2024-10-0701 min
State Of The GameSOG 131: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of modern golfThere's no shortage of division at the top of the men's game but even tawdry discussions about money can't sully the brilliance golf can offer up. Join Geoff Shackelford, Mike Clayton and Rod Morri for a look at the Good, The Bad and The Ugly of golf in the mid 2020's.
Sign up for Geoff's excellent newsletter The Quadrilatral here2024-09-191h 20
Minds on the Frontline PodcastA sit down with Sheriff Jerry ClaytonIn this episode, we welcome Sheriff Jerry Clayton of the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department in Michigan, serving over 358,000 residents. A veteran in public safety, Sheriff Clayton is in his fourth term with over 30 years of diversified experience. Our conversation delves into his journey from Corrections Officer to Sheriff, highlighting his role in enhancing law enforcement training nationwide. Sheriff Clayton, an Eastern Michigan University alum, and seasoned law enforcement trainer, shares his insights on addressing mental and behavioral health challenges faced by frontline officers. We explore Washtenaw County's strategies for staff well-being, and Sheriff Clayton's advice for leaders on fostering...2024-01-1541 min
Sidearmnation Podcast - A Unique Baseball PodcastClayton Richard - Former MLB LHPSend us a textOn this episode we have former MLB LHP Clayton Richard. Clayton comes on the show to talk about playing both football/baseball in college, getting drafted, arm slot story, dealing with injuries, hitting 3 HR's in the show. Thank you everyone for listening! Geoff Freeborn2023-08-0234 minState Of The GameSOG 125: It's Been A WhileEven for State of the Game it's been a long break and even for us it's a long episode. But there was a lot to get through with Geoff Shackelford and Mike Clayton on Episode 125 including (but not limited to) The Australian Summer of Golf, LIV, the changing nature of digital media, how architecture has become more mainstream, a Seven Mile Beach update and plenty more as well. There's also some chat about Geoff's upcoming book Golf Architecture For Normal People which you can pre order at the links below.
Pre order the new Geoff Shackelford book...2023-02-021h 48
Living for the CinemaMichael Clayton (2007)Fifteen years ago, the screenwriter of The Bourne Trilogy delivered his directorial debut and it was quite a memorable one! Tony Gilroy both wrote and directed this complex legal thriller starring George Clooney in the title role as a legal “fixer” who solves problems for the clients of his law firm that their lawyers really can’t touch. And now Michael comes upon a problem involving one of those said lawyers – his long-time friend Arthur played by Tom Wilkinson – and his involvement with a major class action lawsuit involving a major agricultural company who might be breaking the law. Tilda Swinton...2022-10-1018 min
National Service RememberedGeoff ClaytonGeoff Clayton had only just turned 18 when he was enlisted in September 1947. After his six weeks of basic training, and having been issued with his uniform and equipment, Geoff was sent to train at the Signals School in Catterick. Geoff went on to complete his service in Lisburn in Northern Ireland in a large Signals establishment.
2022-01-0615 minState Of The GameSOG 109: Super Sized Golf With Phil BlackmarHe writes too infrequently but when Phil Blackmar puts pen to paper it is always worth reading. The former PGA Tour player turned Golf Channel analyst joins Geoff Shackelford, Mike Clayton and Rod Morri on Episode 109 to talk about his most recent blog post, Golf's Biggest Self.
You can read the post here and the rest of Blackmar's blog posts here.
Also, make sure to sign up for Geoff Shackelford's new email newsletter The Quadilateral to keep up with all things Majors related from one of the game's few truly independent voices.2021-01-171h 27
Energize with Clayton Davis!OWEN'S 21ST BIRTHDAY BASH AWESOME SUPER DUPER FUN JAM WITH OWEN'S FRIENDS!! | Energize with Clayton Davis and Owen RomanoOwen hosts Energize this week as we celebrate his birthday with his friends Geoff, Tanner, and Max with a surprise appearance from someone's family!Follow the Energize Podcast on Instagram @Ener.gizewithClaytonDavis and @EnergizePod on Twitter 2020-12-221h 10State Of The GameEp 105: Geoff Ogilvy, The Bryson Debate and MoreWill Bryson DeChambeau change the game? What is the role of mentors in golf? How much time should a US Open champion spend on YouTube and Instagram looking at golf swings? All that and more on Episode 105 of State of the Game with Geoff Shackelford, Geoff Ogilvy and Mike Clayton.
Links menitoned on this episode:
Sandy Jamieson's brilliant 1Club concept
The TalkinGolf Network
The Thing About Golf podcast episode with Karrie Webb
Geoff Shackelford on Twitter and his new Podcast The Shack Show
Mike Clayton on Twitter
2020-07-041h 22State Of The GameEp 104: What Will Become Of The European Tour?With professional golf on hold for the foreseeable future only one thing is certain: the pay for play game will look very different on the other side of the Corona Virus pandemic. Can the European Tour survive the current crisis and if not will it be the PGA Tour or the Premier Golf League that becomes its saviour? Just one of the myriad questions pondered when Geoff Shackelford, Mike Clayton and Rod Morri are joined by sports business expert Richard Gillis on Episode 104 of State of the Game.
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Geoff Shackelford...2020-04-141h 34State Of The GameEp 103: The Corona Virus EpisodeIt's all anybody's talking about. Including us. The Corona Virus has touched every facet of life, golf included, and is going to do so for the foreseeable future. What does it mean for professional and recreational golf? Who knows? Certainly not Geoff Shackelford, Mike Clayton and Rod Morri but we chat about it anyway.2020-03-2054 minState Of The GameEp 102: The Show We Never Thought We'd HaveFinally. That's been the predominant response to the Distance Insights Report released earlier this week, a document that may well change the shape of the game for decades to come. Among the most vocal agitators for action on this issue for the past two decades have been Mike Clayton and Geoff Shackelford and on Ep 102 they have their say on the report and what it means.2020-02-061h 08State Of The GameEp 101: The Premier Golf League BombshellNot for the first time a World Golf Tour has been proposed with the noble intention of having 'the best play against the best more often'. Premier League Golf has been in the planning for several years and many of the world's top players have admitted to being interested. But can the PGA Tour put a stop to it and if not what would that mean for the Tour and the rest of world golf? Join Geoff Shackelford - the journalist who broke the story - Mike Clayton and Rod Morri as they ponder the potential fallout.2020-01-281h 23State Of The GameSOG Ep 098: Distance, Money and Brandel ChambleeGeoff Shackelford, Mike Clayton and host Rod Morri delve into recent happenings in the world of golf and analyse what it means for the bigger picture. From the distance debate (of course) and changes in the PGA Tour schedule to whether a $15 million payday is off putting and is the LPGA playing courses that are too easy? All that comes under the microscope as well as Brandel Chamblee's surprise switch of position back to advocating for bifurcation of the professional and amateur game.
Links mentioned on this podcast:
Titleist VP of Marketing Michael Mahoney on...2019-09-031h 22State Of The GameSOG Ep 095: Expect A Spiritual US Open At Pebble beachAs the Old Course is to Scotland so Pebble Beach is to America and a US Open on the Monterey Peninsula is something a bit special. Join Pebble beach devotee Geoff Shackelford alongside Mike Clayton and Rod Morri for a breakdown of what role the course might play at this week's 119th US Open as well as some discussion on the Hank Haney controversy from last week's US Women's Open and what the fallout might mean in the bigger picture.
Links mentioned on this episode:
Geoff Shackelford's story from sectional qualifying
Geoff Sackelford's...2019-06-101h 12