The Astropotamus is heading to the Land of Enchantment. By the time you hear this, I'll already be in the current - traveling from the vineyards of New York to the high desert of New Mexico. This mission isn't just about dark skies; it’s about the Plains of San Agustin, where radio waves from the distant Cosmos hit sensitive receivers planted across the ancient lakebed like weird, steel sunflowers.
This short briefing previews an expedition that spans the heavy-industry science of the Very Large Array (VLA), the delicate "skin" of the Long Wavelength Array (LWA), and the human connection to the stars at the University of New Mexico Observatory.
Join the Mission
- Support the Journey: You can help fuel this expedition and gain access to exclusive raw data and field notes at: https://astropotamus.com/star-river/episodes/new-mexico
- The 855-DEEP-SKY Hotline: Have a question for our guests at the VLA or UNM? Have a suggestion for a hidden gem in the desert? Call 855-333-7759 and leave a message. With your permission, your voice will become part of the Star River Podcast!
I have a series of deep-dive interviews and "Sound of the Void" field recordings planned for the coming weeks. Subscribe and follow the current - we're just getting started.
Clear skies, and I'll see you in the dark.
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