This is the first -- and last -- episode of The Cosmic Classroom.

I'm changing directions yet again, this time to a totally new genre.

Thank you to everyone who listened, liked, commented, or subscribed to The Interested Reader. Your support means the world to me.

Maybe I'll see you in the future, if my new podcast is something you're interested in.

Until then, so long... and thanks for all the fish. ;)

Hi Interested Readers!

📢 I'm excited to announce that I will be changing the name of the podcast! (yes .... again....)

✨ I think the new name more accurately captures my vision and goal for this podcast. I hope you agree!

📝 I'd love to know what you think! You can get in touch in all the usual places.

Thank you for your support during this journey. 😊

Nikola Tesla was more than an inventor — he was a visionary who believed the Universe spoke in energy, frequency, and vibration.

In this episode, we explore Tesla’s groundbreaking work with magnetism and alternating current, his astonishing ability to “see” inventions fully formed before building them, and the spiritual insights that guided his creativity.

📥 Download your free companion journal here!

🔗 Links I talk about in the show:

The Oatmeal: Tesla vs. Edison

Tesla Universe: The Miracle Mind of Nikola Tesla

Historic Mysteries: The Norway Spiral

Napolean Hill: Think and Grow Rich

Earl Nightingale: The Strangest Secret

Dan Miller: 48Days.com

Magnetism is more than a force—it’s a language of attraction, alignment, and invisible influence.

In this episode, we explore what magnetism really is, how it shapes the physical world, and how it can serve as a metaphor for the inner pull we all experience. Tune in for a journey through physics, self-reflection, and the unseen currents that shape our lives.

Includes:

• A quick explanation of magnetic fields and the Earth’s magnetic shield

• Thoughts on spiritual alignment, energetic pull, and emotional repulsion

• A journal prompt to help you reflect on what’s quietly guiding you right now

Listen + download your free magnetism journal page here!
#ScienceAndSoul #TheInterestedReader #Magnetism

Light is one of the most mysterious and powerful forces in the Universe — and in our lives.

In this episode, we explore the dual nature of light in physics: how it acts as both a particle and a wave, defying simple definition. Then we shift into the metaphorical and spiritual realm — asking what light represents in our inner world, how we shine, and what it means to reflect.

💡 Could light be a mirror for your own nature — something radiant, reflective, and full of paradox?

✨ Featuring:

• A simple explanation of light’s duality in quantum physics

• Spiritual insights on the symbolism of light across traditions

• A journal prompt to guide self-reflection and inner clarity

📝 Reflection Prompt:
Where are you being asked to shine more brightly in your life?

🎧 Subscribe for more science-meets-spirit episodes, and don’t forget to check out the companion blog post at TheInterestedReader.com.

The Sun is at its peak. The longest day of the year is here—and with it, a powerful invitation to pause. 🌻
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In this new episode of The Interested Reader, we explore the science and symbolism of the Summer Solstice:
☀️ Why the Sun appears to “stand still”
☀️ What ancient traditions saw in this seasonal threshold
☀️ How to use this moment to reflect, realign, and recharge
Let the Sun inspire you. Let the stillness guide you.✨ PLUS: Get a FREE Solstice Reflection Journal when you subscribe to The Interested Reader newsletter! It's a gentle guide to help you connect with the light—inside and out.
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✨ ☀️ ✨ ☀️I posed a few questions for meditation or journaling:

1. What in your life is coming to full bloom?

2. What needs to be illuminated right now?

3. Where are you being invited to pause and realign?

4. What do you need to honor before the light begins to wane again?

✨ When you're finished changing, you're finished.

~Benjamin Franklin

Greetings, Interested Readers!

Yes, I'm still recording episodes! It's been a rough couple of months but I'm still here.

In this episode I just want to chat a bit about what's going on. I'm working on updating The Interested Reader website and working on a monthly newsletter.

Thanks for hanging in there with me! Find me on all the usual social media and leave a comment. I'd love to hear what's been going on!

I want to give everyone an update on what's going on and make a special announcement!

We'll briefly talk about the numerology for the new year and a few cool things happening in the January skies.

Links to check out:

⁠Astronomy for the Soul⁠

My new ⁠Etsy shop⁠!

The Interested Reader ⁠shop⁠