The Celestial Scholar
Welcome to The Celestial Scholar, where the stars meet scholarship. Hosted by Dr. Lauren Van Gerwen, Ph.D., a communication expert with a passion for the cosmos, this podcast explores the intersections of astrology, meaning-making, and self-discovery. From deep dives into planetary symbolism and astrological houses to personal birth chart readings and cosmic communication, this pod blends academic insight with intuitive wisdom to guide listeners on a journey through the skies.
Whether you're a seasoned astrologer or just curious about what your chart might reveal, The Celestial Scholar offers thoughtful, grounded conversations that help you decode the language of the stars. Let’s unfold the sky together — and as always, keep listening inward and upward.
The Celestial Scholar
S1 E1 : Science Meets the Stars
In the premiere episode of The Celestial Scholar, host Dr. Lauren Van Gerwen opens up about her lifelong curiosity for astrology — a field often dismissed as pseudoscience — and why it continues to fascinate her as a researcher. Through candid reflection, Dr. Lauren explores the tension and harmony between belief and evidence, myth and measurement, and how cultural interpretations of the cosmos have shaped human understanding for centuries.
Join her as she traces her path from early fascination with zodiac signs to a career grounded in scientific inquiry — and discover how studying what isn’t science can still teach us profound lessons about the human search for meaning.