Robert Thompson is an American media historian, born on August 3, 1959, in Hindale, United States. He is recognized for his contributions to the study of media and its impact on society, particularly in the context of American culture. His works explore the evolution of media and how it shapes public perception and communication. Thompson engages in both academic research and public commentary, providing insights into the historical context and significance of various media forms.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 358 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Chicago (5:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Robert
bright fame, shining glory
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Generation Group
Robert Thompson belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Hinsdale
Educated At: State University of New York at Cortland | Northwestern University School of Communication | Northwestern University | University of Chicago
Occupation: media historian | academic | university teacher
Employers: Syracuse University
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.

Ephemeris for August 3, 1959
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 3, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 3, 2025 |
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Sun | 10 Leo 36 | 11 Leo 36 | 14 Libra 40 |
Moon | 29 Cancer 59 | 5 Sagittarius 27 | 8 Capricorn 24 |
Mercury | 14 Leo 6 | 7 Leo 4 | 29 Libra 18 |
Venus | 15 Virgo 9 | 4 Cancer 6 | 4 Virgo 21 |
Mars | 8 Virgo 52 | 27 Virgo 58 | 21 Libra 29 |
Jupiter | 22 Scorpio 18 | 12 Cancer 18 | 0 Sagittarius 28 |
Saturn | 1 Capricorn 39 | 1 Aries 25 | 1 Capricorn 43 |
Uranus | 16 Leo 19 | 1 Gemini 1 | 20 Leo 1 |
Neptune | 4 Scorpio 15 | 1 Aries 56 | 5 Scorpio 52 |
Pluto | 3 Virgo 8 | 2 Aquarius 21 | 5 Virgo 15 |
Rahu | 6 Libra 41 | 20 Pisces 7 | 3 Libra 11 |
Ketu | 6 Aries 41 | 20 Virgo 7 | 3 Aries 11 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Robert Thompson's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn opposition Venus
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Saturn
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars aspects Ketu
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Saturn square Saturn
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Venus
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 17 December, 2025 - Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 17 December, 2025