Star Chasers of Senegal -
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A visionary astronomer in West Africa attempts a high-stakes observation of a distant asteroid vital to a NASA mission. From prehistoric ruins to Islamic skywatchers, explore the heritage and future of African astronomy.

Episode Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 5002

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