In this first journey down the Star River, I am joined by Swedish astronomer and artist Katja Lindblom. We don't just talk about data; we explore the currents of our own histories. We trace the flow from her days as an "Angry Astronomer" fighting astronomical misinformation to her true calling as an "Egg Hunter." Together, we look at how the River of Time is fed by the small tributaries of our past. How a father's books become inspiration for us to follow. How even a "crappy" childhood telescope can act as an anchor in the rushing current of the universe.

We reflect on the Artemis mission, not just as a technical feat, but as a long-awaited moment where the human reflection on the lunar surface finally becomes more inclusive. And, in a moment where the river meanders into the truly strange, we consider if the entire expanse of space and time might be nothing more than the indigestion of a gigantic celestial pony.

Welcome to the Star River.

We are all travelers on a single current - a River of Space and Time flowing from the hearts of ancient suns into the distant future. The Star River is an exploration of that profound connection, bridging the gap between the technical and the transcendent experiences of the night sky.

In this trailer, host Eric Loyd (the Astropotamus) introduces the mission of the show: to examine how we are inextricably linked to the cosmos through conversations with scientists, artists, explorers, stargazers, and average people who look up.

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• The Ritual: Grab a drink, find your place in the flow, and wade deeper into the current at https://astropotamus.com/star-river
• Join the Community: Connect with fellow travelers on our Star River Discord

So raise a glass, and let’s see where the River takes us.