KEARNEY – Celebrity physicist Phil Plait headlines the list of speakers at an upcoming panel discussion focused on the Aug. 21 solar eclipse. Known as the “Bad Astronomer,” Plait is a well-known author and public speaker who has appeared on several popular radio, television and podcast programs. He is a celebrity in science circles, and his first book “Bad Astronomy” was a trade science hit. Plait is one of three presenters at the Great American Solar Eclipse Panel … [Read more...] about ‘Bad Astronomer’ Phil Plait headlines April 17 Solar Eclipse panel