This is week on NewsDepth:

An astronomer explains what a total solar eclipse is.
Jeff does a deep dive on the moon.
Did you know Ohio has been home to plenty of astronauts?
And we have the latest on the lunar landings and mars missions.

Watch new episodes Fridays at 1pm on WVIZ or online at ideastream.org

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The show provides cross-curricular and real-world learning opportunities that spark great class discussions. Beyond covering current events, NewsDepth features special segments on Ohio history, science, civics, and art that align with Ohio learning standards.

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