In the first part of this three-part astronomy series, Faye is joined by astronomer and space educator Donna Burton OAM, affectionately known as “Donna the Astronomer.” Donna shares her lifelong fascination with the night sky, from her childhood as a “drover’s brat” to her deep connections with Indigenous communities. She weaves together cultural storytelling, life lessons from the bush, and scientific knowledge gathered over a lifetime of looking up. The conversation also reveals how Captain Cook mapped the world without a clock, guided by the stars. Warm, curious, and full of wonder, this episode encourages viewers to see the night sky — and the timeless wisdom it holds — with new eyes. Conversations with Faye is a powerful program that brings heartfelt conversations inspiring healthier, happier lives. Changing lives one conversation at a time.