Love it. Fun and interesting

I’m avid podcast fan. I binge podcasts weekly. True crime, scandals, behind the scenes of big companies/news stories, documentaries - that sorta thing. Always fact based, usually pretty gritty. If I’d have known where this podcast would end, I wouldn’t have clicked on it - and that would’ve been a huge loss. While this podcast gave me an intriguing peek into the current/past world of astrology that left me wanting to know more about the topic, it also filled my mind, heart & soul with the most beautiful story of love, friendship, family, faith & how the most wonderful things can happen to us when we let go of our plans & take the path less traveled. This podcast is fun, and surprising and heartfelt and profound. And you just gotta give it a listen. Be prepared for great music, and fascinating authentic storytelling that paints pictures so vivid, it’s as if you’d been apart of the journey. Thanks for taking me along for the ride.

Such a heartfelt honest relatable story.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for making this. It filled my cup. So beautiful.

Was searching for pods on the infamous Skyline Drive in Virginia when I stumbled upon this instead, and I’m so thankful I did. Mangesh’s voice truly is like soft butter, which is quite a nice contrast in this haste-filled, story-sharing journey. Loved every bit of it!

Just went through a year of health issues and was trying to listen to something light to get my mind off of all of that, of course the c word pops up a lot haha

The world needed this podcast at this moment! It’s quirky, touching and poignant, and the host is vulnerable and relatable in a way that makes me feel… hopeful. I love astrology even though I don’t ‘believe’ an ounce of it. I’ve always had a hard time explaining this contradiction to my friends and family, and a guest on this podcast put it perfectly: astrology is true in the same way that a poem is true. I couldn’t put it better! Astrology, and Tarot for me, helps me to tap into the collective subconscious and think about my life in the bigger picture. It helps me to to consult my deepest intuition, and reminds me that my human experience is not some strange one-off happening, but a common flow that is being experienced by millions of others. The fact that I can read my horoscope and relate to it, and so can millions of others, is a testament to the fact that we are all much more similar than we realize. Love, love, love this podcast, and it’s clear it’s a labor of love for the creators

What a terrific series, humorous and poignant all at once. The music was great too.

I so thoroughly enjoyed this podcast. I don't know how I came across it, but I was immediately immersed. Thank you so much for sharing your life stories. I sincerely hope there will be another season soon.

A beautiful story of family, love, finding meaning and celebrating this sacred space that is our lives.

What a great story. Cannot figure out why I started this, but once I did there was no stopping! Well done.

Great story telling. I shed so many tears listening to this. I could almost clearly see the pictures “shown” in the slideshow. I don’t believe in astrology but I am not opposed to it especially after listening to this.

Mangesg is so fun to listen to and so genuine. Great show!

Whoa- this show is overflowing with sweetness, curiosity, and warmth. I learned a lot, and took great pleasure in listening. I want Mangesh to be my neighbor!

This is what I wish there was more of in this world. The attitude of “I’m not into this, but I’m willing to explore.” In his exploration, it doesn’t matter if he gets an astrologer-he gets so much. Let’s all explore at stuff we’re not into- and get something out of it.

I just finished this podcast, and I feel the same way I feel upon finishing a long, beloved book: I'm going to miss this. What a gorgeous celebration of humanity. Each episode is a multifaceted installment of adventure, confusion, incapacitating loss, the surprise of hope from unexpected places, the disappointment of hope misplaced, and all the fears, laughs, losses, awkwardness, trepidations, rock bottoms, elations, dreams, wishes, and heartbreaking joys that all get rolled together in the experience of this life. Plus, the music is dope. This story beautifully scratches an itch that human beings have for the spiritual, and weaves together an audible communion between listener and creators in a way that transcends our own individual understandings of what it means to be human. Did I mention the soundtrack? Thank you to Mangesh Hattikudur for being vulnerable enough to record everything he went through, and to his team and guests for making the final product possible.

It’s more than a podcast about astrology, but about our efforts to understand why we’re here and what we’re meant to do. Losing a parent can make you question both those things and it’s amazing that Mangesh opens up to let us experience his grief. That perspective makes the podcast feel more essential and more relatable. Beautifully told and very much worth a listen and re-listen.

This podcast is one of the most enjoyable I’ve ever heard. The storytelling is captivating, the story authentic, and the whole production is just wrapped together so beautifully. I hope they make a season two!

This podcast was quite moving and interesting, although I don’t really care about astrology.

I wasn’t sure what I was getting into. But I’m so glad I hit play. First, I just love hearing Mangesh talk about anything. Himself, his family, his thoughts. When he says he feels he’s unsure of himself I want to say, oh my gosh, you’re so inspiring. You’re so amazing. He’s so humble and brings so much thoughtfulness, humor, pathos and hope into each episode. For a while I didn’t even know his name. You have to wait for the end credits because he doesn’t announce himself like every other podcaster. I think I’m maybe on episode 5, so I’m not sure how many episodes there are, but I really hope this just keeps going. I would love to listen to anything he does.

Just such a beautiful, moving story. Will stick with me for a long time!

I almost passed this up thinking it might just be a generic set of astrologic based interviews. I’m so overjoyed with what I found. A gregarious, kind, thoughtful host, who we wind up journeying on a real life, moving, thought invoking, relatable, sometimes heartbreaking path with. Brought to life with a background of fantastic music and magical scene setting, I wish that I was as wonderfully surprised by every podcast I stumble upon. I want/ need more! Although the host seems to have closed this chapter…I’m eager to listen to any others he chooses to open.

what is it about second gen americans, all whiny insecure and stupid, even the successful ones.

Much less about astrology than about the host’s grief and identity as an immigrant outsider and his coming to appreciate his roots. Lovely for what it is, but the description is a bait and switch. You will learn almost nothing about astrology, but you might get a heartwarming personal journey. I kept hoping it would get better.

I am smitten by the storytelling in this podcast! Vulnerable, charming, insightful, and the editing is excellent!

I'm not even done with all the episodes and I had to write a review. This is lovely, light and touching also interesting and so well edited. Also love the music!

Personal sob story trumps potentially interesting astrology content. How did it end up being about identity politics? Nobody will ever know. Hard pass.

I laughed, I cried, I am so happy I stumbled upon this beautiful podcast. I’ve never listened to a podcast in this format and absolutely loved it. The writing, the emotion, the story…it is all astounding. Thank you for sharing your story!

Astrology, rites of passage, sex, mourning . . . . Who knew they were all interrelated? I loved this podcast. It’s touching and funny and sad. It’s a wonderful exploration of the complexity of the human condition - a very worthwhile way to spend one’s time.

I loved everything about this podcast. From the cool music, to the great sense of humor of the host and his family and friends. I was not expecting the way I was so overwhelmed and touched by the last episode but I sat in my car to listen to every last word and soaked it all in. Absolutely beautiful. Please do more soon!!

I was looking for something light to listen to. I have been weighed down by the world. This was just what I needed. I took a lot away, it really resonated with me. Heartfelt in very meaningful ways. The music was amazing. I look forward to more.

Please post a Spotify playlist of the music!! So good!

I was disappointed at how much time is spent on the host’s grief about his father as opposed to in depth research or stories about astrology.

Few word can encapsulate this podcast. I’ve learned so much and cried so much. Thank you for your vulnerability. More podcasts on astrology!!

Found this podcast thanks to an advertisement on another I listen to. Like many others, apparently, I thought I would be listening to an astrology skeptic dive in to astrology. While that is here to some extent, the story of grief, heartache, skepticism, longing and visiting one’s roots is so so so much more. Typing this as I weep during the last minutes of the last episode in a parking lot. If I could give this 100 stars, I would.

i’ve learned so much and truly enjoyed this podcast. i hope the creator reads this…im so impressed by your son! great job dad!

Really enjoyed binging this show.

I came for a podcast on astrology and found myself disappointed when about half-way through I realized that isn’t what this was going to be. However, I pushed through, and I’m so glad I did. Because what I found instead was a sweet, if sometimes slightly clumsy, exploration of family, grief, origin, and belonging through the lens of astrology.

and please continue, that’s all. thank you

This podcast gutted me in the best way. As a person who listens to a LOT of podcasts, randomly choosing this on a Wednesday night while doing a puzzle I thought to myself “ah, an astrology skeptic that dives into astrology, sounds like an easy listen!” Little did I know I’d go on this beautiful journey of loss, discovery, grief, hope, and spirituality. Truly incredible storytelling and a reminder on just how precious life is.

Thank you for your wonderful story telling and putting yourself out there. I initially started listening because I thought cool astrology, but this podcast is way more than astrology. I lost my dad when I was in high school and I understand everything you were going through. I cried at work listening .I sat in my half cubicle and cried. Grief is like a wave sometimes it’s a calm and just peaceful in the background and other days it rages out of nowhere. Keep up your brilliant story telling. Your family is beautiful. -SB

Found this purely by accident as I was trying to navigate summertime traffic on the Garden State Parkway, en route to visit my mother. Completely thought I had selected something else to play… this is not my normal genre, not my jam… except… turns out it apparently is! Funny, insightful, intelligent, touching… wonderfully compelling… awesome music… only wish there were 10 more episodes to listen to. Outstanding job by the entire team.

Where is the next season??

Episode one and I AM HOOKED. Insightful, funny, and smart meshed together with nostalgia and family. Between this and Jay Shetty, my entire day begins on a positive note. So grateful this podcast came my way!

An incredible story and life journey. I loved every episode and loved the music.

This came in at just right the moment and I enjoyed it thoroughly. It was a light, refreshing float through unexpected places and became not only an escape from the heaviness in life but also inspiration for moving forward. The music was a double-down treat and had me Shazamming left and right. And yes, I’m now following Botany. Thank you for finding me and escorting me through your experience and mine.

I love love love love this podcast. Thank you so much for doing that.

And then some. I actually think this may be a beautiful love letter to astrology, in some strange sort of way. Either way, as a person who never knows how I feel about astrology and as a child of a sick parent, this show got me good. 💡

Such a kindly and gently told story. Touching and inspiring. You have a true talent of storytelling. The soundtrack was the bomb.

Super cute. Also as someone who has lost their sister to liver cancer 6 weeks ago, this is as much needed Love to you