The Andromeda Star Tapestry: Science over Superstition

About this episode

This episode explores the stories behind the constellations in the Northern Hemisphere, focusing on Andromeda and related Greek myths.

Look at the sky above - it's so beautiful! All 48 constellations in the Norther Hemisphere were designed and named by the Greeks and Andromeda is one of the 48 constellations on the list. The story of Andromeda resembles a tapestry. It's made of constellations spread across the sky. Cassiopeia, Eridanus, Cepheus - these are just a few of the well-known names. But do we really know the stories behind them? In this video we're gonna explore the world of celestial bodies, Greek myths and mysteries of space. We'll learn where Perseus came from, learn the story of Medusa, and find out who the best friend of Perseus was. I bet your astronomy teacher doesn't know half of these facts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics covered

• constellations
• Greek mythology
• celestial bodies
• space exploration
• astronomy

Keywords

• Andromeda
• constellations
• Greek myths
• Perseus
• Medusa
• Cassiopeia
• Eridanus
• Cepheus
• astronomy
• celestial bodies

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Andromeda, Cassiopeia, Eridanus, Cepheus

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