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Astrology Forecast for November 2024
30 oktober 2024 · 2 uur 30 min
In episode 466 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock look ahead at the astrological forecast for November 2024. Lees meer
We spend the first hour talking about news and events since our last forecast, and then in the second hour we transition into talking about the forecast for November.
This month opens with a tense Mars-Pluto opposition that coincides with an optimistic Venus-Jupiter opposition, and then by later in the month there is a surprising Full Moon in Taurus conjunct Uranus.
Saturn slows down and stations direct in the watery sign of Pisces, while Pluto departs from Capricorn and makes it final ingress into futuristic Aquarius where it will stay for the next two decades.
By the end of the month Mercury slows down and stations retrograde while squaring a misleading Neptune, and this configuration leads us into the dramatic Mars retrograde station in Leo that happens in early December.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Electional Astrology Chart for November
November 26, at 9:05 AM with Capricorn rising (leaning into Mercury retro).
For more lucky dates in November see our Electional Astrology Podcast.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Quick overview of November
00:03:29 News segment begins
00:53:33 November forecast begins
02:26:44 End cards
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The Third House in Astrology
20 oktober 2024 · 7 uur 57 min
In episode 465 astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim do a deep dive into the meaning of the third house in astrology, with a comprehensive workshop analyzing over 100 birth charts of notable figures, revealing surprising insights into how the third house shaped their lives. Lees meer
The third house is associated with topics such as siblings, extended family, short distance travel, early education, and communication.
We open the episode by talking about the significations of the third house, and then afterwards the bulk of the episode is divided into three main parts:
The Ruler of the Ascendant in the third house
The ruler of the third house in each of the 12 houses
Each of the planets in the third house
After that we have some concluding remarks and then wrap up our deep dive into the third house!
This is essentially three separate episodes, but we decided to release it as one long episode because then you can really see the totality of what the third house means by looking at all of the different ways it has manifested in people's lives.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:56 3rd house significations
00:34:55 Preface to example charts
00:43:02 Ruler of the Ascendant in 3rd House
00:43:45 Siblings
01:11:05 Communication
01:51:45 Orators
01:57:27 Singers
02:03:56 Travel, movement, mobility
02:20:03 Neighbors, community
02:25:36 Research Notes Booklet
02:29:22 Ruler of 3rd in the 12 Houses
02:29:52 Ruler of 3rd in 1st House
02:45:40 2nd House
02:56:02 3rd House
02:57:48 4th House
03:08:33 5th House
03:16:28 6th House
03:29:49 7th House
03:36:20 8th House
03:51:10 9th House
04:11:40 10th House
04:47:39 11th House
05:03:51 12th House
05:14:46 Planets in the 3rd h…
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Astrology Forecast for October 2024
30 september 2024 · 2 uur 28 min
In episode 464 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock do an in-depth exploration of the astrology forecast for October 2024. Lees meer
We spend the first hour of the show talking about news stories since our last forecast, and then at 57 minutes we jump into the forecast for October.
The major highlight of the month is the solar eclipse that happens in the signs of Libra on October 2, which is the last in a series of eclipses in that sign that began one year ago.
The middle of the month features a lot of tense aspects between Mars and the inner planets, which the benefic planets Venus and Jupiter are attempting to offset with helpful configurations.
By late in the month the Mars-Pluto opposition begins to loom large, and we start to get sense for what that tough aspect will look like over the next several months, since Mars will station retrograde and oppose Pluto three times.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Electional Astrology Chart for October
Friday, October 25, at 3:00 PM with Aquarius rising.
For more lucky dates in October see our Electional Astrology Podcast.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:48 Quick overview of October
00:03:40 New segment: eclipse season
00:04:10 Presidential debate & election
00:14:57 Lebanon
00:21:30 Diddy
00:26:51 Submarine wreck found
00:29:46 Hurricane Helene
00:31:45 Kendrick at Superbowl
00:40:20 Pope attacks astrology
00:46:58 Sean Evans of Hot Ones
00:53:14 NORWAC
00:57:19 October forecast begins
00:57:30 Eclipse in Libra Oct 2
01:08:15 Mars enters shadow Oct 4
01:15:57 Benefic transits counteract
01:24:57 Pluto stations Oct 11
01:38:40 Full Moon in Aries Oct 17
01:42:30 Mars-Pluto opposition
02:01:52 Uranus transits
02:06:52 Venus square Saturn Oct 28
02:11:05 Electional chart Oct 25
02:16:00 George RR Martin Mars…
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Astrology as Divination, with Kirk Little
28 september 2024 · 3 uur 26 min
In episode 463 astrologer Kirk Little joins the podcast for an in-depth discussion about the life and work of Geoffrey Cornelius, and his argument that astrology is a form of divination. Lees meer
Geoffrey passed away recently on August 27, and so Kirk and I got together to talk about his work and the impact of his thinking on our understanding of astrology.
One of the central themes of our discussion is Geoffrey's groundbreaking thesis that astrology should be understood as a form of divination rather than a science based on causal relationships. Kirk and I explore how this perspective shifts the way we approach astrology, emphasizing that the symbols and signs in a chart serve as omens rather than direct influences. This re-framing opens up a richer understanding of how astrology can provide insights into our lives.
We also delve into the importance of symbolic thinking in astrology, particularly how it relates to the interpretation of horoscopes. Kirk shares how Geoffrey's work encourages us to think about astrology in a more fluid and dynamic way, where the meanings of symbols can evolve and resonate differently for each individual. This approach not only enhances our practice but also deepens our connection to the cosmos and the messages it conveys.
Throughout our conversation, it becomes clear that Geoffrey Cornelius was not just an astrologer but a philosopher who continuously sought to understand the deeper truths of astrology. Kirk highlights how Geoffrey's commitment to exploring the philosophical underpinnings of astrology remains an unfinished journey, inspiring us to keep questioning and expanding our understanding of this ancient practice. His work encourages us to engage with astrology not just as a tool for prediction but as a profound means of self-discovery and reflection.
Kirk is the author of a paper on Geoffrey's book The Moment of Astrology:
Kirk Little, "Defining the Moment: Geoffrey Cornelius and the Development of the Divinatory Perspective" (2…
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2nd and 3rd House Birth Chart Readings
15 september 2024 · 2 uur 42 min
In episode 462 astrologer Chris Brennan hosts a live birth chart reading session with listeners to talk about second and third house placements in their birth chart. Lees meer
This is a followup to episode 461 of the podcast where we talked about the meaning of the 2nd house in astrology and focused on looking at example charts of celebrities, and in this episode the goal was to interview some listeners and ask them about their placements directly.
Originally this was intended to just be an episode talking about the 2nd house, but as we went through the examples the 3rd house kept coming up and we kept being pulled in that direction, so I decided to just go with it and see where it took us.
It ended up being really fruitful, and we ended up learning a lot about the 2nd and 3rd houses in the process, and each person shared some really interesting and powerful stories that helped to make the meaning of those houses really come alive.
This episode then will act as a precursor to the one on the 3rd house that I'm currently putting together.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Preface
00:03:48 Introduction
00:06:52 Ruler of 2nd house in the 2nd
00:10:10 Ruler of 2nd house in 1st
00:12:00 Harry S. Truman example
00:14:00 Amelia: Saturn transit
00:32:19 Maria: 2nd house stellium
00:52:00 Dawn: Pluto & Saturn transits
01:29:28 Wil: 2nd house profection year
01:54:37 Jayleene: eclipses
02:34:00 Final thoughts & reflections
02:40:10 Credits
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The Second House in Astrology
5 september 2024
In episode 461 astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim do an in-depth exploration of the meaning of the second house in astrology, and explain what it signifies in a birth chart by looking at dozens of celebrity examples. Lees meer
In traditional astrology the second house is associated with the material world, and encompasses topics such as money, possessions, livelihood, and financial stability.
It represents the descent into the material realm, because the second house is the sign that follows the rising sign, and in the whole sign house system it is the first sign after the Ascendant that is fully submerged under the earth.
We open the episode by talking about the significations of the 2nd house in general, and then move into looking at example charts starting with planets in the 2nd house, followed by looking at the ruler of the Ascendant in the 2nd house, and then finally looking at the rulers of the houses in association with the second house.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:17 Meaning of the 2nd house
00:18:16 Preface to chart examples
00:22:40 Planets in the 2nd house
01:43:40 Ruler of the Ascendant in the 2nd
02:30:23 Ruler of the 2nd house examples
02:31:00 Ruler of 2nd in 3rd house
02:38:45 4th house
02:45:21 5th house
02:58:07 6th house
03:00:10 7th house
03:09:15 8th house
03:10:59 9th house
03:14:00 10th house
03:19:47 11th house
03:33:29 12th house
03:45:45 Final thoughts
03:51:28 Credits
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Astrology Forecast for September 2024
1 september 2024 · 2 uur 46 min
In episode 460 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock look ahead at the astrological forecast for September 2024. Lees meer
We cover news and events in the first hour, and then at 01:03:00 we start looking at September's astrology.
The astrology of September features the beginning of eclipse season, with a lunar eclipse in Pisces taking place in the middle of the month, followed by a solar eclipse in Libra in early October.
Early in the month Mars moves into the sign of Cancer, which is important because it will return to this sign after turning retrograde in early November, and thus September marks the beginning of an extremely long Mars transit that will last until the middle of next year.
Also notable this month is Pluto returning to Capricorn for its final transit through this sign, with it eventually departing for Aquarius for good in November.
The most positive alignment this month is a Venus-Jupiter trine in Libra and Gemini that goes exact around September 14
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Electional Astrology for September
The most auspicious electional astrology chart this month is set for:
🪐 September 14, 2024, starting at 12:50 PM local time
For more lucky dates in September see our Electional Astrology Podcast.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:53 Quick overview of September
00:03:57 News segment begins
00:04:00 Worst case scenarios averted
00:13:28 Mercury retrograde stories
00:29:52 Mars-Jupiter: joyful warriors
00:33:02 Mars-Saturn square: plagues
00:37:05 Harris accepts DNC nomination
00:45:20 Kennedy drops out of race
00:46:52 Gemini + Pisces = water tornado
00:48:22 Oldest person dies on 4th Saturn return
00:51:31 Geoffrey Cornelius passed away
00:55:45 Sphere + Sundry sale
01:03:20 September forecast begins
01:03:36 Eclipse season begins
01:23:10 New Moon in Virgo Septemb…
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The I Ching and Astrology, with Benebell Wen
23 augustus 2024 · 2 uur 3 min
In episode 459 Benebell Wen joins the show to talk about the I Ching, which is an ancient Chinese system of divination, and how it relates to astrology. Lees meer
Benebell is the author of the new book I Ching, the Oracle: A Practical Guide to the Book of Changes, and is an expert in various forms of divination.
During the course of the interview we talk about the I Ching and its history and origins, and how it works as a system of divination.
We also discuss some of the connections between the I Ching and Chinese astrology, and what these systems of divination can teach us about the nature of astrology in general.
You can find out more about Benebell on her website:
https://benebellwen.com
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Financial Astrology, with Grace Morris
10 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 30 min
In episode 458 astrologer Grace Morris joins the podcast to talk about financially astrology, and applying planetary cycles to the markets. Lees meer
During the course of the episode Grace shares her journey into financial astrology and explains how she combines fundamental, technical, and planetary cycle analysis in her practice.
Early in the episode we talk about identifying favorable sectors, and how to use Jupiter and Saturn's transits to highlight thriving and lagging sectors of the market.
Later we discuss the significance of incorporation and first trade charts, and what planetary aspects can indicate the success of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs).
Join us for this insightful discussion and discover how astrology can add a unique dimension to your investment approach.
For more about Grace visit her website:
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This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Astrology Forecast for August 2024
1 augustus 2024 · 2 uur 32 min
In episode 457 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock look ahead at the astrological forecast for August 2024. Lees meer
We spend the first hour of the show discussing recent news and events surrounding the Mars-Uranus conjunction over the past few weeks, and then in the second hour we jump into looking at the astrology of August.
The first part of the month is dominated by Mercury going retrograde in Virgo and Leo, and then in the second week Mars moves into a tens conjunction with Jupiter as well as a square with Saturn.
The biggest outer planet alignment of the month is Jupiter squaring Saturn in the third week, and around that time Venus in Virgo swings in to square Mars and Jupiter and then oppose Saturn.
By the end of the month Mercury finishes its retrograde period and stations direct, while Venus departs from Virgo and moves into its home sign of Libra.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:00 Quick overview of August astrology
00:03:29 News segment begins
00:04:00 Mars-Uranus conjunction
00:10:15 Trump assassination attempt
00:16:48 Documents case dismissed
00:20:14 Vance picked as VP
00:23:02 Biden gets Covid
00:26:36 Largest tech outage in history
00:30:47 Biden steps aside
00:36:30 Kamala Harris becomes nominee
00:43:52 Other news stories
00:53:58 Halftime
00:57:32 August forecast begins
00:58:15 Major transits this month
01:03:14 Mercury retrograde & New Moon in Leo
01:20:40 Mars conjunct Jupiter in Gemini
01:33:33 Jupiter square Saturn
01:40:37 Mars square Saturn
01:53:26 Venus T-square with Jupiter, Saturn & Mars
02:05:06 Parallels with 1968
02:13:45 Mercury direct + Venus in Libra
02:16:56 Uranus station + Pluto returns to Capricorn
02:24:29 Final reflections
02:29:03 Credits
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Analysis of a Prediction: Trump and the Mars-Uranus Conjunction
18 juli 2024 · 1 uur 15 min
In episode 456 of the podcast Chris Brennan does a retrospective analysis of predictions made about the Mars-Uranus conjunction in mid-July 2024, and how that worked out in light of the attempted assassination of former President Trump. Lees meer
During the course of this I play some clips from past episodes of The Astrology Podcast over the past year where we talked about the Mars-Uranus conjunction and predicted the types of events we expected to align with it, and then providing some commentary in between clips.
The purpose is to study and understand the process of making our predictions about the conjunction, and what we can learn from it in retrospect.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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1st House Birth Chart Readings Livestream
17 juli 2024 · 2 uur 20 min
In episode 455 astrologer Chris Brennan does live chart readings with listeners to talk about the meaning of 1st house placements in their birth chart. Lees meer
This workshop was recorded a few weeks ago in preparation for the longer episode on the 1st house in astrology that was released last week, titled The First House in Astrology: Planets in the Rising Sign.
The purpose of the livestream was to gain a deeper understanding about what the first house means by interviewing some people with prominent 1st house placements about their life.
During the course of the livestream we discuss some examples of people with planets in the first house, those who have the ruler of the Ascendant in different houses, and also some people who had major transits through the first house.
I also put out a call for examples from Twitter/X, and read a number of examples that were sent in live at different points.
By the end of the episode we ended up learning a lot about what the first house means by hearing about the lived experience of people with prominent placements involving that house in their chart.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:05 1st house meaning
00:10:44 Mars in 1st house example
00:13:44 Mars in 1st house interview
00:28:29 Third Mars in 1st house example
00:31:10 Miscellaneous listener examples
00:36:52 Jupiter in 1st house interview
00:50:12 Saturn 1st house transit interview
00:59:33 Uranus & Pluto conjunct ASC transit
01:03:17 Uranus conjunct Ascendant transit
01:07:03 Miscellaneous examples
01:11:47 Eclipses in 1st house interview
01:19:34 Ruler of 4th house in 1st interview
01:33:01 Saturn transit in 1st house interview
01:49:01 Ruler of the Ascendant in houses
01:56:12 Ruler of Ascendant in 7th house interview
02:11:39 Final thoughts
02:16:43 Credits
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The First House in Astrology: Planets in the Rising Sign
7 juli 2024 · 3 uur 31 min
In episode 454 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best explain the meaning of the first house in astrology, and explore its significations by looking at different planets in the rising sign and Ascendant. Lees meer
We open the episode by talking about the general meaning of the first house, and then we transition into discussing each of the planets in the 1st house, starting with the Moon and then working our way through the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
We also spend some time talking about the ruler of the Ascendant in the houses, the rulers of other houses in the 1st house, and planets transiting the first house.
This is the start of a new series where we will do a deep dive into the significations of each of the 12 houses of the birth chart, explaining what each house means and showing how different placements in that house have manifested in the lives of individuals.
Astronomically the 1st house is the rising sign in the whole sign house system, which is the zodiac sign that was rising over the eastern horizon at the moment a person was born.
The first house is associated with the degree of the Ascendant, which represents the dividing line between sky and earth, and acts as a particularly powerful and personal point within the first house.
Here are some of the significations of the first house:
Self
Body
Health
Appearance
Spirit
Character
Helm
Life direction
The which arises from you
This episode is meant to act as a foundation for the rest of the houses series, which will be made over the course of the next year.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:59 Meaning of the first house
00:36:08 Moon in the 1st house
00:53:40 Sun in the 1st house
01:05:42 Mercury in the 1s…
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Astrology Forecast for July 2024
29 juni 2024 · 2 uur 21 min
In episode 453 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock look ahead at the astrological forecast for July 2024. Lees meer
We spend the first 53 minutes reviewing some news stories that had interesting astrological connections, and then we transition into talking about the astrology of July.
July opens with Saturn and Neptune stationing in Pisces within 10 degrees of each other, then in the middle of the month Mars conjoins Uranus in Taurus, and finally at the end of the month Mercury moves into a square with Mars as it begins slowing down in preparation for a retrograde.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Quick overview of July astrology
00:02:41 Welcoming Austin
00:07:27 Astrology news stories
00:08:22 Venus cazimi & Gemini stellium stories
00:27:34 Trump and Hunter Biden convictions
00:37:10 Explosion of AI video generators
00:45:28 Presidential debate
00:53:12 July forecast begins
00:54:13 Saturn & Neptune station in Pisces
01:11:20 Mercury into Leo July 2
01:16:32 New Moon in Cancer July 5
01:26:05 Venus into Leo July 11
01:31:00 Mars conjunct Uranus July 15
01:45:30 Electional Astrology Chart for July
01:49:00 Mars into Gemini July 20
01:52:00 Full Moon in Capricorn July 21
02:02:50 Mercury into Virgo July 25
02:08:35 Summarizing main July themes
02:12:35 Austin and Chris’ projects
02:17:56 Credits
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Jupiter Transits in Houses: Live Chart Reading Workshop
7 juni 2024 · 3 uur 3 min
In episode 452 astrologer Chris Brennan hosts a live chart reading session with listeners exploring how Jupiter's transit through Taurus manifested in their lives based on the house it activated in their birth charts. Lees meer
The premise of the discussion is that since Jupiter just recently completed its one year transit through Taurus, I asked listeners to send in stories about how that transit played out in their lives, especially in terms of which of the twelve houses it went through in their chart.
This was recorded as a live webinar with patrons of The Astrology Podcast, and during the course of the webinar a number of patrons joined me on video to share their birth chart and talk about their Jupiter transit experience.
I also read a number of written listener submissions different astrologers who shared their experiences of positive and negative events that coincided with that transit.
The purpose of this workshop is that by looking at what Jupiter transits have meant when they went through different houses for people over the past year, you can then take that information and project it out into the future as you try to anticipate what the transit of Jupiter in Gemini will mean for you over the next year.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Jupiter transits through houses
00:05:55 Becca: Jupiter 4th house transit
00:07:55 Bethany: Jupiter 9th house transit
00:15:44 Olabimpe: 4th/5th house transit
00:26:25 Malou: 6th house transit
00:38:13 Nataliya: 9th house
00:40:48 Victoria: 8th house
00:42:49 Ju…
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Quick Birth Chart Transit Readings
3 juni 2024 · 2 uur 18 min
In episode 451 Chris Brennan does a live birth chart reading session with patrons of the podcast where he looks at their charts and discusses how recent transits have impacted their lives. Lees meer
This was an impromptu livestream done with patrons of The Astrology Podcast who signed up for the livestream tier through our page on Patreon.
Before the livestream I put out a call asking for people who had a good example of one of the transits we talked about in the recent forecast episodes, such as the eclipses in Aries and Libra, the Mars-Saturn conjunction in Pisces, or the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Taurus.
Then during the course of the livestream people people joined me on camera and shared their stories of recent transits, and we talked about their charts and lives for 5-10 minutes each.
This ended up being a really fun and interesting session, and it set a nice template for other chart reading sessions in the future.
If you would like to join us for the next live chart reading session and have a chance to share your chart, sign up for the livestream tier through our page on Patreon:
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This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Astrology Forecast for June 2024
30 mei 2024 · 2 uur 43 min
In episode 450 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock discuss the June 2024 astrology forecast, covering major transits like a stellium of planets moving through Gemini, Jupiter trine Pluto, Venus cazimi, Mars square Pluto, and Saturn stationing with Neptune. Lees meer
In June a stellium of 4 planets transit through Gemini in the first half of the month, and Jupiter trines Pluto in Aquarius, which should expand and accelerate technological developments related to communications, artificial intelligence, and travel.
Venus plunges into the heart of the Sun around the same time early in the month, which marks the end of one synodic cycle for Venus and the beginning of another, marking a new epoch for relationships, equality, and the position of women in society in general.
Mars moves into Taurus mid-month, where it immediately forms a tense square with Pluto in Aquarius, raising issues related to the use and abuse of power, going overboard to achieve one’s ends, and dealing with dangers.
Late in the month Saturn slows down and stations retrograde in Pisces while conjoining Neptune, which will on the one hand in Pisces intensify ongoing themes surrounding dangers and fears that arise in connection with water, while with Neptune we will an intensification of the blurring between what is real versus what is not and the struggle to distinguish between the two.
The lunations this month are a new Moon in Gemini on June 6, followed by a full Moon in Capricorn on June 21.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Jean-Baptiste Morin’s Astrology
21 mei 2024 · 2 uur 47 min
Penelope Sitter joins the show to talk about the life and work of the 17th century astrologer Jean-Baptiste Morin de Villefranche, and her new translation of his work. Lees meer
Morin was an astrologer from France who lived around the same time as William Lilly, and he wrote a massive tome on astrology titled Astrologia Gallica, which means French Astrology.
Penelope just translated book 21 of Morin’s work from Latin, which is the most important book of Astrologia Gallica, where he outlines his unique approach to chart synthesis.
Penelope became so excited about Morin's work after being exposed to it in the 2000's through the work of Robert Corre that she actually learned Latin specifically in order to translate Morin's text.
During the course of the episode we talk about Morin's life and work, and then we also get into his techniques and discuss what makes his approach interesting and different when compared to some of his contemporaries.
Along the way we talk about his birth chart and personality, and use his chart a few times to demonstrate his technical approach, which he does several times in his work.
It ended up being a fascinating discussion, introducing an important but often overlooked astrologer who was the last great court astrologer in France before the decline of astrology in the 17th century.
Penelope's Translation of Book 21 of Morin
You can get Penelope's translation of book 21 of Morin here:
Morin's Book 21: Of the Active Determination of the Celestial Bodies & the Passive Determination of Sublunary Things
This episode is available in audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:04 About Jean-Baptiste Morin
00:08:32 Astrologia Gallica volumes
00:15:00 Translations of Astrologia Gallica
00:18:51 Penelope Sitter's background
00:31:45 Why Morin has been difficult to understand
00:35:38 Morin's natal chart
00:41:50 Morin's personality
00:47:59 Triplicity rulers
00:49:20 Morin's significations of the houses
00:55:38 Morin…
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How to Give an Astrological Consultation
14 mei 2024 · 2 uur 21 min
In episode 448 astrologer Isa Nakazawa joins the podcast to talk about how to give an astrological consultation, and some considerations surrounding reading birth charts for clients. Lees meer
Isa is the host of a new astrology podcast called Stars and Stars with Isa, where she interviews different celebrities and notable figures and reads their birth chart.
In this episode we delve into the intricacies of giving an astrological consultation, discussing the transition from studying astrology to practicing it professionally.
Isa shares insights from her own journey, highlighting the importance of preparation and presence during consultations. We explored how her background as an arts educator influenced her approach, emphasizing the educational aspect of astrological consultations.
We also discuss the dynamics of client interactions, the importance of understanding a client's background in astrology, and how to tailor consultations to meet their needs. Isa stresses the value of creating a collaborative environment where clients are encouraged to engage with their charts actively.
Additionally, we touched on the practical aspects of professional astrology, such as setting boundaries, handling payments, and the impact of online consultations versus in-person sessions.
Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring astrologers on how to approach professional readings, emphasizing the importance of ethical practice and client-centered consultations.
Isa's Podcast
You can find more about Isa's new podcast here:
https://futurostudios.org/podcasts/stars-and-stars
You can also search for Stars and Stars with Isa on iTunes, Spotify, etc.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:24 Isa Nakazawa's background
00:07:30 Importance of seeing clients
00:11:45 How to prepare for a consultation
00:13:59 How Chris started out
00:17:11 Length of a consultation
00:20:13 Setting fees and promotion
00:27:42 Isa's natal chart
00:29:20 Isa's steps of reading a chart
00:3…
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Prophecy and Power, with Patrick Curry and Nicholas Campion
7 mei 2024 · 2 uur 10 min
In episode 447 historians Patrick Curry and Nicholas Campion join me to discuss the recent republication of Patrick's groundbreaking book Prophecy and Power: Astrology in Early Modern England, which documents the rise and fall of astrology in the 17th century. Lees meer
Originally published in 1989, the book offers a detailed analysis of the role and perception of astrology in 17th-century England, a period that saw both the peak and the subsequent decline of astrology in the public sphere.
Patrick shares insights from his PhD research at University College London, which formed the basis of his book. He discussed the socio-political dynamics of the era, particularly how the English Civil War influenced astrological practices and the lives of astrologers like William Lilly.
Nicholas Campion, known for his comprehensive two-volume "A History of Western Astrology," contributed to the conversation by discussing the academic and historical context in which Patrick's book was first published and its impact on the field.
We also delved into the broader implications of the historical treatment of astrology, discussing how historical narratives have shifted from outright dismissal of astrology to a more nuanced understanding of its role in historical contexts.
Both Patrick and Nick emphasize the importance of viewing astrology through the lens of the cultural and political milieu of its time, rather than simply through modern scientific critiques.
The episode also touches on the challenges faced by astrologers during politically turbulent times, and how part of what contributed to the decline of astrology in the 17th century was that it became associated with political views that fell out of favor.
Patrick's book was recently republished by the Sophia Centre Press, and you can order it here:
Prophecy and Power: Astrology in Early Modern England
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:31 Prophecy and Power book back…
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Astrology Forecast May 2024
30 april 2024 · 3 uur 7 min
In episode 446 astrologers Chris Brennan and Diana Rose Harper look ahead at the astrology forecast for May 2024, which features notable alignments of planets moving into Taurus and Gemini! Lees meer
The astrology of May features a stellium of planets of planets moving through the sign of Taurus, which will emphasize the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in that sign further, and then later in the month the stellium shifts to the sign of Gemini.
The biggest change this month is that Jupiter completes its one year transit through the sign of Taurus, and it moves into the zodiac sign of Gemini where it will stay for the next year.
In the first hour and a half of the show we do a recap of a bunch of major news stories that happened under specific astrological alignments over the past month, and then in the second half of the episode we dive in to the astrology of May.
This episode is available in audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:55 Quick overview of May astrology
00:02:47 News section begins
00:03:42 Eclipse reflections
00:11:24 Israel and Iran
00:16:33 Danielle Ayoka
00:34:40 Mars-Saturn conjunction in Pisces and water
00:37:10 EPA restrictions on forever chemicals
00:41:55 Texas water system hacked
00:43:52 Dubai floods
00:46:14 Arizona abortion ruling
00:48:48 Jupiter-Uranus conjunction stories
00:49:30 College protests
00:57:07 US passes aid packages, TikTok ban
01:02:05 Meta released AI to billions of users
01:09:18 Declaration of animal consciousness
01:24:44 Regulations: Net neutrality, flight refunds
01:29:40 Noncompete agreements banned
01:34:00 Chani App
01:37:14 Northwest Astrological Conference online
01:41:28 Astrology forecast for May begi…
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Jupiter-Uranus Conjunctions in History, Part 2
24 april 2024 · 2 uur 38 min
In episode 445 astrologers Chris Brennan and Patrick Watson have a followup discussion about Jupiter-Uranus conjunctions in history, and review more examples of major events in the past that coincided with those conjunctions. Lees meer
This is a followup episode that is meant to act as a supplement to the previous episode with Richard Tarnas where we talked about the historical research he did on Jupiter-Uranus conjunctions, which was presented in his book Cosmos and Psyche.
In this episode we dive deeper into some of those examples and look at the charts associated with the events, but also add some new examples from ancient and modern times that Chris and Patrick discovered in their research into this cycle.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Patrick's Website
https://www.theastrologylivestream.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Followup on previous episode
00:03:34 Moon aligning with Jupiter-Uranus conjunctions
00:06:40 Kepler and the 1610 conjunction
00:12:17 Seismometer invented in 132 CE
00:14:42 Goal-year periods
00:37:53 1941 conjunction and parallels with today
00:52:55 Manhattan Project
00:56:40 Bitcoin halving
01:04:00 Chris Hemsworth and Henry Cavill
01:18:52 American Revolution
01:23:27 Statue of Liberty
01:25:36 Nat Turner's Rebellion
01:34:23 Arab Spring
01:43:05 Islamic capital moved in 836 CE
01:45:10 Cambridge founded under 1209 conjunction
01:48:16 Stonewall riots in 1969
01:52:25 Mother of All Demos in 1968
02:01:28 Think Different ad campaign in 1997
02:17:20 Patrick's Jupiter in Taurus experience
02:20:12 Computer beats chess champion 1997
02:22:16 Upcoming Uranus-Pluto trine
02:27:08 Upcoming Jupiter-Uranus cycle transits
02:34:02 Closing credits
Watch the Video Version of This Episode
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Transcript
A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 445 transcript
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Jupiter-Uranus Conjunctions in History, with Richard Tarnas
21 april 2024 · 2 uur 39 min
In episode 444 astrologer and historian Richard Tarnas joins the show to talk about conjunctions between the planets Jupiter and Uranus, and discuss major events they have coincided with in history. Lees meer
Jupiter and Uranus form a conjunction in the sky every 14 years, and since this year the two aligned on April 20, I thought it would be good to look back to see what types of events occurred around the time of these conjunctions in the past.
Richard dedicated several chapters of his 2006 book Cosmos and Psyche to exploring Jupiter-Uranus alignments in history, and he showed that they often coincide with periods sudden advancements in technology, scientific breakthroughs, and political revolutions.
In the first part of the episode we talk about the meanings of Jupiter, Uranus, and their conjunctions, and then in the second half we get into talking about what happened under specific alignments.
Some of the events we cover include the Apollo 11 Moon landing, the American and French revolutions, and the discoveries of Kepler and Galileo.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:05:01 Jupiter Uranus overview
00:12:16 Handbook of planetary archetypes
00:13:20 Archetypal meaning of Jupiter
00:14:58 Archetypal meaning of Uranus
00:17:27 History of naming of the planets
00:19:17 Uranus' connection with Prometheus
00:30:12 Myth of Uranus
00:35:32 Mars and Pluto
00:36:22 Tarnas' book Prometheus the Awakener
00:37:50 Jupiter-Uranus conjunction significations
00:49:26 15 degree orb
00:53:30 1960s
01:00:53 Arc of the moral universe
01:03:53 Timeline of current Jupiter-Uranus conjunction
01:15:18 American Revolution 1776
01:18:08 Moon landing
01:30:44 Other travel and flight milestones
01:44:09 Current changes in society
01:46:09 Effects of conjunctions hidden for a time
01:47:56 Shadow of Jupiter-Uranus
01:58:04 Women's suffrage and feminism
02:01:19 1609 conjunction, Kepler, and Galileo
02:08:…
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The Orphic Mysteries and Ancient Astrology
14 april 2024 · 3 uur 1 min
In episode 443 historian of ancient astrology and magic Kristin Mathis and astrologer Drew Levanti join me to talk about an ancient Greek mystical tradition known as Orphism, and how it influenced ancient astrology. Lees meer
Orphism is an ancient Greek mystery cult founded by a legendary figure named Orpheus, who is said to have been a poet, musician, and mystical figure.
It is a mystery religion because members of the Orphic cult had to be initiated, and were sworn to secrecy with oaths.
The Orphics believed the soul was immortal and subject to reincarnation, and part of the goal of becoming initiated into the mysteries was to help ensure a better life in the future.
There was an emphasis on remembering one’s divine origin, and the use of poetry and music as ways of accessing the divine.
The study of this topic is important in terms of ancient astrology because Orpheus is listed as one of the legendary founders of Hellenistic astrology by Firmicus Maternus, and there are traces of Orphic influence in astrological texts by figures like Valens and Critodemus.
Kristin and Drew's work focuses in particular on the Orphic Hymns, and during the course of the episode we read some excerpts from some of Kristin's translations of the hymns for the planets and the stars, which invoke the deities associated with those celestial bodies.
Join us for a captivating exploration of Orphism and its enduring influence on the rich tapestry of ancient astrology.
Kristin and Drew's Websites
https://www.kristinmathis.com
https://archeastrology.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:47 What is Orphism?
00:02:25 Kristin's background
00:05:40 Drew's background
00:08:38 Orphic Hymns overview
00:10:25 Who is Orpheus?
00:20:34 Parallels between Hermes and Orpheus
00:27:14 The cosmos is alive
00:33:13 Macrocosm and microcosm
00:37:31 Other mystery cults
00:46:00 Astral temple traditions
00:48:49 Purpose of Hermeticism
00:49:25 The unspeakable
00:54:27 Ecstatic states
00:59:13 Orphi…
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The Rulers of the Houses in Astrology
9 april 2024 · 2 uur 54 min
In episode 442 astrologers Chris Brennan and Sam Ogden discuss the rulers of the houses in astrology, and what it means for the ruler of one house to be in another house in a birth chart. Lees meer
The rulers of the houses is an ancient and important element of birth chart delineation, but it is often overlooked in modern times.
It is more of an intermediate level technique, because it involves combining different basic concepts surrounding the fourfold system of planets, signs, aspects, and houses.
Understanding the rulers of the houses is crucial for chart synthesis, because it is through this technique that you start to see how the basic concepts work together, as well as how different parts of the chart are connected.
In the first part of this episode we discuss how to interpret what it means when the ruler of one house is in another, such as for example when the ruler of the 4th house is in the 9th house, and then later we talk about how to time the activation of the rulers of the houses using the annual profections time-lord technique.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Chris' Hellenistic Astrology Course
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Sam's Website
http://www.brothermoonhealing.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:06:28 Traditional rulership scheme
00:08:28 Whole sign houses
00:10:45 Planets as rulers of houses
00:14:35 Rulers of houses in houses
00:20:48 Rhetorius examples of rulers
00:29:50 Considerations for studying rulers
00:26:05 Significations of the houses
00:39:30 Ruler of 2nd in 11th example
00:43:00 Ruler of 2nd in 4th example
00:47:56 Ruler of 3rd in 8th example
00:51:20 Ruler of 4th in 9th example
00:54:00 Ruler of 4th in 8th example
00:57:00 Ruler of 5th in 9th example
01:09:45 Ruler of 6th in 10th example
01:12:12 Ruler of 7th in 9th example
01:14:23 Ruler of 8th & 9th example
01:21:00 Ruler of 10th in 3rd example
01:25:33 Ruler of 10th in 6th example
01:29:00 Ruler of 10th in 8th e…
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Astrology Forecast April 2024
1 april 2024 · 3 uur 14 min
In episode 441 astrologers Chris Brennan and Diana Rose Harper look ahead at the astrology forecast for April, and discuss the major astrological alignments that will occur in one of the most important months of 2024. Lees meer
The astrology of April features a solar eclipse in Aries that will cross the United States, a tense Mars-Saturn conjunction in Pisces, a positive Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Taurus, a chaotic Mercury retrograde in Aries, and finally a comet that will cross the zodiac in Taurus.
In the first hour of the show we talk about some news and events that have happened since our last forecast, especially those surrounding the recent lunar eclipse in Libra, and then over the next two hours we do a deep dive into the astrology of April.
This episode is available in audio and video versions below.
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Diana's Website
https://ddamascenaa.com
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:42 Quick overview of April astrology
00:03:46 Welcoming Diana
00:05:37 News segment begins
00:07:29 Baltimore bridge collapse
00:15:58 UN Security Council vote
00:18:42 Kate Middleton
00:22:26 Beyoncé album
00:30:08 Neuralink first human trial
00:33:50 State of the Union & Mars
00:35:50 Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced
00:39:53 Nova: new star visible soon
00:44:11 Civil War movie
00:47:13 Eclipse bible
00:48:08 Stranded orcas
00:50:15 Pluto made state planet of Arizona
00:51:24 Wordle
00:53:35 Northwest Astrological Conference
00:57:51 April forecast begins: big picture stuff
01:02:20 Mercury retrograde: April 1–25
01:12:03 Venus conjunct Neptune April 3; in Aries April 4
01:21:05 Solar eclipse in Aries April 8
01:52:46 Mars conjunct Saturn in Pisces April 10
02:21:12 Mercury cazimi April 11
02:24:33 Jupiter conjunct Uranus April 20
02:43:13 Full Moon in Scorpio April 23
02:49:21 Mars conjunct Neptune April 28
02:58:14 Auspicious date April 29
03:02:30 Venu…
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The Antikythera Mechanism and Astrology
25 maart 2024 · 3 uur 58 min
In episode 440 astrologers Chris Brennan and Sam Ogden discuss the Antikythera Mechanism, which is a complex mechanical device that was recovered from an ancient shipwreck, and how it may have been used for astrology. Lees meer
The Antikythera Mechanism was discovered in the year 1901 by a group of sponge divers who found an ancient shipwreck near a Greek island named Antikythera.
They had found a Greek merchant ship that sank around the year 60 BCE, and divers were able to recover a number of ancient statues, pottery, as well as a corroded mechanical device with lots of gears.
Over the past century a series of researchers have slowly reconstructed the device, and recently advanced X-ray scans have allowed scholars to look inside to see how it worked.
We now know that it was a complex astronomical device that depicted the movements of the cosmos, and it was also a sort of mechanical calculator or computer that could compute positions of the planets in the past or future, predict when eclipses would occur, and more.
The discovery of the Antikythera Mechanism is important because it is far more advanced than what was previously thought possible in terms of technology around the 1st century BCE, and similar devices were not reinvented in Europe until after 13th century.
For our purposes as astrologers the most interesting piece is how the Antikythera Mechanism ties in with the history of ancient astrology, and that there is in fact some evidence the device was used for astrological purposes, as well as that there was at least one astrologer who is said to have owned a similar device.
In this episode we situate the device within the context of the history of astrology, talk about its possible astrological uses, and also discuss how the mechanism may helps us to reconstruct the origins of Hellenistic astrology as a result of the planetary order depicted on the device.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Sam's Website
http://www.brothermoonh…
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Unshaming the Signs of the Zodiac
9 maart 2024 · 4 uur 17 min
In episode 439 astrologer Britten LaRue joins the podcast to discuss unshaming the signs of the zodiac, which involves re-conceptualizing qualities that are viewed as negative, and radically accepting what we invalidate in each sign. Lees meer
We open the episode by discussing the topic of shame in astrology, and some of the problems involved with treating certain qualities in the signs as problematic, and the effect that can have on people.
Then we proceed to go through each of the 12 signs of the zodiac and discuss at least two ways in which certain signs can be unshamed, starting with Aries and then going all the way through to Pisces.
Britten is the author of the new book Living Astrology: How to Weave the Wisdom of all 12 Signs into Your Everyday Life, which just came out on March 5!
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Britten's Website
https://brittenlarue.com
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:29:20 Aries
00:47:15 Taurus
01:02:15 Gemini
01:21:13 Cancer
01:42:00 Leo
02:02:55 Virgo
02:18:50 Libra
02:35:10 Scorpio
02:47:34 Sagittarius
03:09:13 Capricorn
03:24:02 Brief interruption I forgot to edit out (LOL)
03:29:04 Finishing Capricorn
03:30:15 Aquarius
03:44:12 Pisces
04:04:03 Britten's book and workshops
04:13:44 Credits
Watch the Video Version of This Episode
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE9FCJmF0qk
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Transcript
A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 439 transcript
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Saturn Return in Aquarius Retrospective
2 maart 2024 · 3 uur 4 min
In episode 438 astrologers Kirah Tabourn and Jo O'Neill join the podcast to do a retrospective on people who had their Saturn return in Aquarius over the past few years. Lees meer
The Saturn return occurs when the planet Saturn returns back to the natal sign of the zodiac it was in when you were born, and for people who were born with Saturn in Aquarius it returned to that sign between March 2020 through March 2023.
In the first part of the episode we review some basic concepts about how to interpret Saturn returns, talk about how Kirah and Jo's Saturn return in Aquarius went, and then look at some celebrity charts that were in the news who recently completed their Saturn return.
Then in the second half of the show we go through some Saturn return stories that were sent in by listeners of the podcast, and discuss how the events in their lives matched up with their chart placements.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Kirah and Jo's Websites
https://www.thestrology.com
https://www.jomakerofways.com
Previous Saturn Return Episodes
Understanding Your Saturn Return
Saturn Return in Sagittarius Retrospective
Saturn Return in Capricorn Retrospective
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:03 Saturn return definition
00:07:35 Timeframe of Saturn in Aquarius
00:09:20 Interpretative principles
00:11:50 Jo's Saturn Return experience
00:12:52 Kira's Saturn return experience
00:17:19 Saturn return experiences across generations
00:18:50 Factors that mitigate a Saturn return
00:24:23 Aspects during Saturn return
00:30:00 Saturn return themes
00:51:30 Miley Cyrus
00:53:26 Princess Mako of Japan
00:55:49 Elvis Presley
00:56:48 Conan O'Brien
00:59:51 Johnny Depp and Brad Pitt
01:02:21 Michelle Yeoh
01:04:48 Tom Cruise
01:05:54 Jennette McCurdy
01:10:15 Michelle Obama
01:10:53 Jeff Bezos
01:13:01 Jon Stewart
01:14:44 Pete Davidson
01:17:02 Bob Odenkirk
01:19:08 MGK
01:21:29 Ronda Rousey
01:22:40 Listener charts
02:37:23 Conc…
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Astrology Forecast March 2024
27 februari 2024 · 2 uur 46 min
Episode 437 features an overview of the astrology forecast for March 2024, with astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock. Lees meer
The astrology of March features a lunar eclipse in the sign of Libra, which connects back to events that occurred during the last eclipse in October, and Mercury also slows down and prepares to station retrograde in Aries.
We spend the first hour or so talking about the astrology of news and events that have occurred since our last forecast, and then we jump into the forecast for March in the second half of the episode.
This episode was recorded on Saturday, February 24, 2024.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Auspicious Election for March
🪐 March 17, 12:58 pm, with Cancer rising
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 March astrology quick overview
00:02:10 News segment begins
00:03:15 Apple VR headset released
00:05:30 Sora AI videos
00:18:44 Neuralink
00:25:44 Robots
00:31:20 Autonomous vehicle set on fire
00:35:06 Ancient scrolls recovered
00:37:28 King Charles cancer announcement
00:41:50 Pluto and mortality
00:45:35 Pluto and propaganda
00:53:50 Grammys and astrology
00:56:15 Worldbuilding
01:02:15 Posthumous astrology
01:05:59 Mars-Pluto news stories
01:11:45 Indian farmers + Moon landing
01:15:53 CHANI app
01:20:08 March forecast segment begins
01:20:50 Mercury-Sun-Saturn conj in Pisces
01:26:45 Venus & Mars square Uranus
01:32:00 New Moon in Pisces March 10
01:43:50 Mercury Neptune conjunction March 8
01:45:10 Mercury in Aries + Mercury retrograde
01:55:33 Venus in Pisces March 11
02:02:43 Eclipse season + Libra eclipse March 25
02:30:40 Mercury retrograde redux
02:35:31 Auspicious elect…
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Origins of the Planetary Myths in Astrology
19 februari 2024 · 3 uur 7 min
In episode 436 astrologer Demetra George joins me to discuss the origins of the myths associated with the planets in astrology, and how the Greek gods were assigned to the planets by the philosopher Plato and his students in the 4th century BCE. Lees meer
Early in the Greek tradition the planets either didn't have names or were given descriptive names that matched their appearance, and it wasn't until later that they were given the names of gods.
It wasn’t until the time of the philosopher Plato and his students in the 4th century BCE that we see that Greek authors begin to give the planets specific names based on the gods of Greek religion and mythology ( i.e. Hermes/Mercury, Aphrodite/Venus, Ares/Mars, Zeus/Jupiter, Kronos/Saturn).
The names first appear in the works of philosophers surrounding Plato's Academy in Athens: Plato, Philip of Opus, Eudoxus of Cnidus, and Aristotle.
The full set of names seems to first appear in a philosophical text called the Epinomis, which is thought to have been written by Plato's student Philip of Opus.
The names appear to have been chosen deliberately partially based on matching them to the older names that the Mesopotamian astrologers had given the planets in their pantheon (e.g. the god Hermes was assigned to the planet Mercury because Hermes was the Greek god of writing, and this matches the god the Mesopotamians assigned to Mercury which was called Nabu who was also a god of writing).
Our goal with this episode was to talk about this process of naming the planets after the gods, compare the Mesopotamian and Greek myths for the planets, and discuss the impact this had on astrology.
We spend the first 52 minutes setting up the problem and talking about the historical context and the issues involved, and then for the next hour and a half we go through and compare the Mesopotamian and Greek myths for each of the planets to see the ways in which they are consistent or inconsistent with each other. Finally after that we have a 30 minu…
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Proclus and Astrology in Platonism
9 februari 2024 · 3 uur 33 min
In episode 435 Dr. José Manuel Redondo joins the show to discuss the life and work of the 5th century philosopher Proclus, and how he integrated astrology and theurgy with Platonism. Lees meer
José is an astrologer from Mexico City who wrote a PhD dissertation on Proclus in 2015. We met at an astrology conference in 2010, and have been talking about doing an episode on Proclus for years now.
After last month's episode on the Lots where I touched on Plato, the Myth of Er, and the concept of the guardian daimon, I thought it would be a great time to expand on some of those points by talking to José about Proclus and expanding the discussion of Platonism to include the Timaeus and other Platonic metaphysics.
During the course of the episode we talk about Proclus and how he used astrology together with theurgy as a tool for working with the gods and invoking them in his daily life, and we ended up touching on a bunch of other topics in the process, including:
Plato's creation myth called the Timaeus, and how it posits that the universe is a living creature and god that possesses a soul and intelligence, and how some later astrologers may have been influenced by this and shared a similar conceptualization of the cosmos.
How Plato's conceptualization of reincarnation in the Timaeus and the Myth of Er influenced later astrologers and philosophers such as Proclus.
The Platonic idea of fate being a law that is conditional, and allows for choice.
The role of the daimon in Proclus and other Platonists, and the question of whether it is an internal or external entity that guides the native to fulfill their destiny.
Proclus' birth chart that is preserved in the biography his student Marinus wrote for him, as well as how his student says that eclipses occurred around the time of Proclus' death.
How the integration of Platonic metaphysics with astrology is part of what led to its downfall once the Roman Empire became Christian, and how some of the Platonic notions about daimons or…
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Astrology Forecast February 2024
28 januari 2024 · 2 uur 30 min
Episode 434 features an overview of the month ahead astrology forecast for February 2024, with astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock. Lees meer
We spend the first 55 minutes talking about the astrology of recent events in the news, and then in the second hour we get into the forecast for February.
The main planetary alignment this month is that Mercury, Venus, and Mars all conjoin Pluto in Aquarius for the first time, giving us a preview of what those conjunctions will be like over the next 20 years that Pluto is in Aquarius.
This episode was recorded on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:24 Quick overview of February
00:02:50 Astrology in the news
00:04:25 Flying cars!!
00:13:29 Google's AI Goals & Berkeley's Robot
00:16:16 Micro-LED glass panels
00:18:10 Apple VR headset released
00:32:35 Political Misinformation
00:36:35 Global Sea Trade Slowed
00:43:10 Gypsy Rose Blanchard
00:53:14 Chani App
00:55:11 February astrology begins
01:02:05 Mercury conjunct Pluto
01:15:00 New Moon in Aquarius
01:21:30 Mars conjunct Pluto
01:28:40 Venus conjunct Pluto
01:48:25 Full Moon in Virgo
01:56:40 Sun-Mercury-Saturn conjunction in Pisces
02:01:00 Mars square Jupiter
02:11:35 Fortunate date for February
02:16:10 Wrapping up
02:26:02 Credits
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The Lot of Fortune and Spirit in Astrology
26 januari 2024 · 4 uur 2 min
In episode 433 astrologers Chris Brennan and Kira Ryberg give an introduction to the the mathematical points in astrology known as lots or Arabic parts, focusing on the two most important lots called the Lot of Fortune and the Lot of Spirit. Lees meer
During the course of the episode we explore the history, philosophy, and calculations behind lots, and also analyze some example charts to help bring the concept to life.
Here are some key points we discuss in the episode:
Introduction to Lots/Arabic Parts: We start by defining lots as mathematical points that mark zodiacal signs with specific topics, similar to how houses in astrology work.
Historical Origins: The lots originated as an alternative method to assign significations to the houses, with the Lot of Fortune being the oldest and most widespread.
Calculating Lots: We emphasize the importance of understanding the geometric nature of lot calculations, which involve measuring distances between celestial bodies and the Ascendant.
Philosophical Underpinnings: The concept of lots is deeply rooted in ancient practices of cleromancy, and we discuss the philosophical dialogue of Plato's "Myth of Ur" to better understand the underlying concepts of fate, chance, and the role of a guardian spirit or daimon.
Lot of Fortune vs. Lot of Spirit: We distinguish between the Lot of Fortune, which is associated with the body and material circumstances, and the Lot of Spirit, which is linked to the soul, intellect, and actions.
Personal Significance: Lots are highly personal points that offer a unique lens on an individual's chart, revealing aspects of personality and decision-making processes that might not be evident through other astrological factors.Throughout the episode, we stress the significance of lots in providing a nuanced and enriched understanding of an astrological chart. By combining historical context, philosophical insights, and practical examples, we aim to equip listeners with the knowledge to appreciate and utilize …
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Pluto in Aquarius in History
13 januari 2024 · 3 uur 55 min
In episode 432 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best explore past periods when Pluto was in Aquarius in history to find out what will happen in the future now that Pluto is returning to that zodiac sign for the next 20 years. Lees meer
During the course of the episode we talk through twelve different historical eras when Pluto was in Aquarius, and explore how this astrological transit has correlated with major developments and shifts throughout history, particularly in the realms of technology, society, and even astrology itself.
From the birth of natal astrology to the spread of new technologies and the reshaping of societies, these periods have been marked by profound change.
Join us as we explore these historical threads and consider their implications for the future.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Pluto & Aquarius meanings
00:22:43 674–647 BCE
00:31:57 430–404 BCE
00:38:52 185–160 BCE
00:47:35 060–085 CE
00:58:18 305–329 CE
01:08:07 550–574 CE
01:14:47 795–819 CE
01:22:58 1041–1063
01:27:35 1286–1308
01:40:35 1532–1553
02:08:47 1777–1798
02:57:44 2023–2044
03:51:50 Credits
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2024 Year Ahead Horoscopes for Each Zodiac Sign
31 december 2023 · 3 uur 42 min
In episode 431 astrologer Chris Brennan presents a set of year ahead horoscopes and astrology forecasts for all twelve signs of the zodiac for the entire year of 2024. Lees meer
Timestamps for each sign are available on the podcast website.
This is meant to take some of the general transits that we will talk about in our big year ahead forecast and personalize them, by discussing them within the context of each sign.
I would recommend listening to the zodiac sign that matches your rising sign, although you can also listen to your Sun and Moon signs as well.
These horoscopes were originally made for YouTube and do contain some visuals, so I would recommend watching the video version if you can.
Timestamps for the Audio Version
00:00:00 Aries
00:20:09 Taurus
00:37:12 Gemini
00:59:57 Cancer
01:16:05 Leo
01:32:59 Virgo
01:47:41 Libra
02:06:17 Scorpio
02:27:17 Sagittarius
02:46:59 Capricorn
03:05:33 Aquarius
03:23:21 Pisces
Video Versions of the 2024 Horoscopes
Aries 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Taurus 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Gemini 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Cancer 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Leo 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Virgo 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Libra 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Scorpio 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Sagittarius 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Capricorn 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Aquarius 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
Pisces 2024 Year Ahead Horoscope
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2024 Year Ahead Astrology Forecast
27 december 2023 · 4 uur 10 min
In episode 430 astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock discuss the year ahead astrology forecast for 2024! Lees meer
Some of the highlights of this year include Pluto moving into Aquarius for the next 20 years, the Saturn-Neptune conjunction in Pisces coming within 10 degrees, and Jupiter conjoining Uranus in Taurus.
Jupiter will also move into Gemini where it will trine Pluto in Aquarius, there will be eclipses in Aries, Libra, and Pisces, Uranus will form a close trine with Pluto, two comets will appear in the sky, and Mars will go retrograde in Cancer and Leo.
We spend the first two and a half hours giving a big picture overview of all of the major planetary alignments and trends in 2024, and then we transition into giving a more granular month by month breakdown of the astrology of the next year.
As we wrap up, we ponder the historical significance of the decade and the astrological markers that suggest we're at the cusp of a new era.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Overview of 2024 Astrology
00:11:53 Pluto in Aquarius
00:46:50 Saturn conjunct Neptune
01:08:29 Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus
01:34:37 Jupiter in Gemini
02:02:10 Eclipses in Aries, Libra, and Pisces
02:07:58 Comets in April and October
02:18:11 Mars retrograde in Leo/Cancer
02:22:25 Mars retro and US Presidential Election
02:27:05 US Presidential Election
02:42:05 Monthly astrology breakdown begins
02:43:14 January
02:47:10 February
02:50:41 March
02:52:29 April
02:59:38 May
03:02:07 June
03:07:14 July
03:10:11 August
03:14:14 September
03:22:25 October
03:27:03 Nov…
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Saturn Returns and Music Eras
5 december 2023 · 3 uur 28 min
In episode 429 astrologers Camille Michelle Gray and Lindsey Turner join me to discuss how different eras in music can be seen through the zodiac sign Saturn is transiting, and how those eras can be studied by looking at the Saturn returns of musicians. Lees meer
Saturn spends about three years in each sign of the zodiac, and during the course of the episode we go through all twelve signs of the zodiac and discuss how the sign Saturn was in often characterized the music of that era.
Lindsey has made a special study of how the archetypes associated with each sign manifest very specific ways in the themes expressed in different musical eras, while Camille shows how the Saturn return of musicians often coincides with a very distinctive era in their individual discography.
You can find out more about Camille and Lindsey on their websites:
https://camillemichellegray.com
https://badpastor.me
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Saturn and music
00:06:36 Saturn in Aries
00:18:25 Saturn in Taurus
00:28:45 Saturn in Gemini
00:41:10 Saturn in Cancer
00:41:10 Saturn in Cancer
00:53:30 Saturn in Leo
01:06:44 Saturn in Virgo
01:23:00 Saturn in Libra
01:39:39 Saturn in Scorpio
02:03:13 Saturn in Sagittarius
02:19:42 Saturn in Capricorn
02:38:08 Saturn in Aquarius
02:52:30 Saturn in Pisces
03:12:48 Final thoughts
03:24:04 Credits
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Astrology Forecast December 2023
27 november 2023 · 2 uur 41 min
In episode 428 we give an overview of the monthly astrology forecast for December 2023, with astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock. Lees meer
We spend the first 45 minutes talking about the astrology of news and recent events since our last forecast, and then at 00:48:08 we get into the forecast for December.
The main planetary alignment this month is Mercury stationing retrograde in Capricorn while in close configuration with the benefics, and then retrograding back into Sagittarius where it forms a conjunction with Mars while stationing direct.
This month there is also a New Moon in Sagittarius, a Full Moon in Cancer, and Jupiter stations direct in Taurus!
Towards the end of the episode we review some major planetary alignments that happened over the past year in 2023 and how they turned out.
This episode was recorded on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Quick overview of December astrology
00:02:30 News section begins
00:03:48 Israel and Palestine
00:20:08 Mike Johson elected on eclipse
00:25:00 Sam Bankman-Fried convicted on eclipse
00:33:08 Matthew Perry passed away on eclipse
00:35:22 Open AI CEO fired on Mars cazimi
00:45:48 CHANI App
00:48:08 December forecast begins
00:48:25 Mars-Saturn square separating
00:57:55 Mercury in Capricorn December 1
01:01:19 Mercury retrograde fro…
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Astrology and Death
20 november 2023 · 2 uur 18 min
Episode 427 features a conversation between astrologers Madeline DeCotes and Chris Brennan about astrology and death, where we discuss the relevance of astrology in understanding and dealing with issues surrounding mortality, as well as related topics such as how astrologers cope with grief and loss. Lees meer
We open by addressing the question of whether astrology can speak to the topic of death, and talk about some of the different ways that it can, both by looking at a person's birth chart and the charts of people who are close to them.
Eventually the conversation delves into the complexities of interpreting astrological indicators of death, as well as the need for caution, sensitivity, and ethics when discussing such topics.
The episode is meant to provide a broad exploration of the topic of astrology and mortality, highlighting the ways in which astrology can offer insights into the experience of death and the grieving process, and this lays a foundation for doing more detailed treatments of specific subtopics in future episodes.
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:02:23 Can astrology speak to death?
00:08:17 Astrology reflects interconnectedness of lives
00:11:18 Multiple indications for important events
00:20:05 Mundane astrology and societal events
00:23:35 Astrology can symbolize personal tragedies
00:28:36 Importance of community in recovery
00:37:10 Astrology predicts life experiences symbolically
00:40:11 Astrologers cope with death
00:49:30 8th house experiences and loss
00:54:49 Eclipses can signify major life changes
01:00:39 Eclipses and death correlations
01:03:40 Loss and grief impact on individuals
01:10:50 The study of fate and fortune
01:17:30 Ethical concerns in predicting death
01:22:01 The need to specialize and study deeply
01:32:43 Astrology can help in coping
01:34:39 Astrology can provide reassurance
01:39:09 Find…
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Astrology Chat with Madeline DeCotes
12 november 2023 · 3 uur 10 min
In episode 426 astrologer Madeline DeCotes joins Chris in the studio for a wide-ranging discussion about astrology that covers eclipses, fate vs. free will, and the future of astrological research. Lees meer
We open the episode by discussing the intense past month of astrology with eclipses and world events, the significance of eclipses in ancient times, and the origins of astrology.
We also explore the broader topic of negative transits, and how tragic events can sometimes lead to positive outcomes or new beginnings. The conversation delves into the nature of transits and how their manifestation may not always be immediately obvious, but can have long-lasting effects on our lives.
The discussion also touches on the personalized almanacs created by the Honeycomb Collective, which provide individualized astrological information and transits. Madeline shares her background in communication and information design, and how she aims to make astrology more accessible and digestible through visualizations and simplified data.
Later we explore the different approaches and traditions in astrology, and the challenges faced by new students in navigating the vast array of resources available.
The episode concludes with a thought-provoking discussion on the implications of astrology and its worldview. We explore the idea that the universe is alive and imbued with meaning and symbolism, contrasting it with the modern scientific view of a dead and meaningless universe.
We also touch on the tension between fate and free will, and how astrology can provide comfort and guidance in navigating life's challenges. The conversation ends with a glimpse into the future of astrology research and the potential for innovation in studying personal charts and experiences.
Find more about Madeline's work on the Honeycomb website:
https://www.honeycomb.co
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:33 Eclipses have historical signific…
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Eclipses That Shaped History: Part 2
8 november 2023 · 2 uur 4 min
In episode 425 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best do a followup episode on the astrology of eclipses that coincided with major events in history, where we share more examples from around the world. Lees meer
We open the episode by reviewing the main discovery that we made in the last episode, which is that 1) important events in history tend to take place around the time of eclipses, and 2) people born near an eclipse tend to have some of the most important events in their lives coincide with eclipses.
We also review the operative range or time frame for eclipses, and what we found is that important events tend to take place within around a week of an eclipse, either before or after.
After that we review some recent events that coincided with the eclipses that just took place in October 2023, and then move on to talking about eclipses in the history of many different countries around the world, with many examples sent in by listeners of the podcast after the last episode.
In this episode we tried to cover more countries and regions that we didn't cover in the last episode, and also add some additional examples we had overlooked in areas we had covered previously.
You can listen to the previous episode on eclipses here:
https://theastrologypodcast.com/2023/10/20/eclipses-aligned-with-pivotal-moments-in-history/
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:25 Eclipses recap and ranges
00:05:38 Recent eclipse examples in October 2023
00:06:23 Israel and Palestine
00:17:40 Mike Johnson eclipses
00:20:30 Matthew Perry eclipses
00:23:26 Chris Brennan eclipses
00:27:27 More British Royal family eclipses
00:36:05 Russian history eclipses
00:47:15 Russian tsars eclipses
01:08:23 Chinese history eclipses
01:12:12 Mexican history eclipses
01:13:25 Brazilian …
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Astrology Forecast November 2023
27 oktober 2023 · 2 uur 42 min
In episode 424 we give an overview of the monthly astrology forecast for November 2023, with astrologers Chris Brennan and Austin Coppock. Lees meer
At the beginning of the month we are coming off of an intense eclipse season, where a solar eclipse in Libra square Pluto occurred in mid-October, and a lunar eclipse opposite Mercury and Mars is about to happen on October 28.
November continues some of the tense themes, with Saturn stationing direct in Pisces at the beginning of the month, then Mars opposing Uranus around the time of the Scorpio New Moon on the 13th, and Mars squaring Saturn around the time of the Gemini Full Moon on the 27th.
This month also features a rare Sun-Mars conjunction that goes exact on November 18, which is unique since it is the first exact conjunction in Scorpio in 32 years.
On the brighter side, Venus moves into her home sign of Libra on November 8, and forms a sextile with Mercury that goes exact on November 15.
We spend the first hour of the episode talking about news and recent events since our last forecast, and then in the second hour we get into the forecast for November.
This episode was recorded on Monday, October 23, 2023.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Quick overview of November astrology
00:01:55 Israel and Palestine
00:48:20 Afghanistan earthquakes
00:49:27 Anti-astrology laws
01:04:17…
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Eclipses That Aligned with Pivotal Moments in History
20 oktober 2023 · 3 uur 4 min
In episode 423, astrologers Nick Dagan Best and Chris Brennan discuss some of the most stunning examples where a solar or lunar eclipse coincided with a pivotal or momentous event in world history, leading us to unravel the profound implications of eclipses in astrology. Lees meer
The purpose of the episode was to compile a list of the top 20 or so examples of when a major event in history happened to take place within days of a solar or lunar eclipse.
By studying what eclipses have coincided with in the past, we can learn a lot about what eclipses actually mean in astrology, and from this we can better understand how they can be used to predict the future.
We begin the episode with a brief introduction to the astronomy of eclipses, and then discuss how solar and lunar eclipses were traditionally viewed as negative omens in ancient times, whereas in modern times they tend to be viewed as representing great endings and beginnings.
Early on we also discuss how eclipses were viewed in ancient Mesopotamia, and how the astrological tradition itself may have first started to develop as a result of a series of eclipse that coincided with the death of three kings.
Following that, we dedicate the remainder of the episode to exploring a curated collection of examples where eclipses align with significant historical turning points. Through this extensive analysis, we illustrate that eclipses have not only been present during numerous pivotal moments in history, but persist in coinciding with crucial inflection points in contemporary global events as well.
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Astrocartography: The Astrology of Travel and Where to Live
10 oktober 2023 · 2 uur 2 min
In episode 422 astrologer Helena Woods joins the podcast to talk about astrocartography, which is the astrology of travel and relocation, and can be used to find the best places to live. Lees meer
Astrocartography was developed in the 1970s by the astrologer Jim Lewis, and since that time it has become a popular application of the astrology that is used to study how your location in different parts of the world can emphasize different parts of your birth chart.
Astrocartography is an extension of relocational astrology, where the birth chart is recalculated for different locations on Earth, and it uses an innovative graphic imaging approach in order to visualize the planetary lines of power across the globe.
During the course of the episode we give an introduction to astrocartography and an overview of how it works, and also discuss some chart examples to demonstrate how it can be used in practice.
Helena specializes in astrocartography, and has a popular YouTube channel where she talks about it and shares vlogs of her travels around the world.
Find more about Helena's work on her website:
https://helenawoods.com
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:01 Overview of astrocartography
00:03:30 Helena Woods' background
00:06:23 Jim Lewis: founder of astrocartography
00:09:35 Chris' relocated birth chart
00:21:07 Astrocartography and transits
00:24:07 Helena's relocated birth chart
00:38:48 Mars lines and US presidents
00:42:00 Chris' Neptune line
00:44:32 Why Chris is a fan of astrocartography
00:45:32 Paran lines
00:47:42 Chiron
00:50:59 Kim Kardashian
00:56:42 Hillary Clinton
00:58:27 Olivia Rodrigo
01:00:56 Donald Trump
01:01:43 Zelda Fitzgerald
01:04:25 F. Scott Fitzgerald
01:06:27 Walt Disney
01:12:06 The four angles in astrocartography
01:14:36 Saturn on the angles
01:18:34 Neptune on the angles
01:19:17 Uranus on the angles
01:20:35 Aspects, sect, and dignities
01:23:25 Mis…
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United Astrology Conference 1986 Documentary
6 oktober 2023 · 2 uur
Episode 421 is a documentary about the 1986 United Astrology Conference, which was the first time that UAC was hosted by AFAN, ISAR, and the NCGR. Lees meer
This was the very first time that three of the main astrological organizations in the United States pooled their resources to host one big mega conference, and the documentary features many prominent astrologers from the 1980s.
Some of the astrologers featured in the documentary include Rob Hand, Joan McEvers, Marion March, Jim Lewis, Michel Gauquelin, Leyla Raël Rudhyar, Alan Oken, Michael Lutin, Erin Sullivan, Jeff Jawer, Ray Merriman, Philip Sedgewick, Edith Hathaway, Jeffrey Wolf Green, Noel Tyl, and many others.
The three organizations that hosted the conference were the Association for Astrological Networking (AFAN), the International Society for Astrological Research (ISAR), and the National Council for Geocosmic Research (NCGR).
The documentary was shot and edited John Steinberg and Rachelle Young Steinberg, and John originally posted it on Vimeo on May 30, 2014, but he recently gave me permission to re-release it on my YouTube channel and podcast so that it can reach a wider audience.
I wrote a blog post about the documentary back in 2014 when it first came out, talking about some of the things I found notable or interesting about it.
I'm planning on recording a livestream commentary about it on YouTube on Sunday, October 8, starting at 3:30 PM Mountain Time, which you can watch live here:
UAC 1986 Livestream Commentary
I'm hoping a lot of people can join us in the live chat to help me identify astrologers I don't recognize in the video, and provide additional context and commentary. First though I want to release the documentary on its own.
I'm going to release an audio only version of the recording in addition to the video version for the sake of putting it in the podcast archives, although it is really something that should be watched rather than just listened to, so I'd recommend watching the video …
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Astrology Forecast October 2023
29 september 2023 · 3 uur 5 min
In episode 420 we give an overview of the monthly astrology forecast for October 2023, which features eclipses and lots of Pluto aspects, with astrologers Chris Brennan, Austin Coppock, and Nicholas Polimenakos. Lees meer
At the beginning of the month we see the end of the Venus and Mercury retrograde periods, with Venus finally departing from Leo and moving into Virgo, and Mercury departing from Virgo and moving into Libra.
In October we move into eclipse season, with the first in a new series of solar eclipses in the sign of Libra, and the last of a series of lunar eclipses in the sign of Taurus.
Pluto stations direct in Capricorn this month and begins heading towards a return to Aquarius early next year, and this also marks the final pass of the Pluto return of the United States.
We spend the first hour of the show talking about the astrology of recent stories in the news, including new birth times for Dua Lipa and Elon Musk, the end of the writers strike, and the synastry between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
Then in the second and third hour of the show we do a deep dive into the astrology of October, and talk about the major transits coming up this month.
This episode is available in audio and video versions below.
Northwest Astrological Conference
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Auspicious Election for October
The most auspicious astrological dates this month are:
🪐 October 1 at 11:25 AM with Sagittarius rising
🪐 October 2 at 12:20 AM with Cancer rising
For more auspicious dates this month see our Auspicious Elections podcast:
https://theastrologypodcast.com/elections/
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:02 Quick overview of October astrology
00:02:32 Welcoming Nicholas and Austin
00:05:24…
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The Mayan Calendar and Mesoamerican Astrology
18 september 2023 · 2 uur 36 min
In episode 419 astrologer Kenneth Johnson joins the show to talk about the Mayan calendar and Mesoamerican astrology, which is the indigenous astrology of ancient Mexico and Central America. Lees meer
During the course of the episode we talk about what is known about the development of astronomy and astrology in Mayan and other Mesoamerican cultures prior to the arrival of Europeans in the 16th century, when many written documents were destroyed during the Spanish conquest.
Kenneth explains how Mesoamerican cultures had complex and highly accurate astronomically based calendars, and how these were tied in with a pervasive belief in astrology, conceptualized as a connection and mirroring between the sky and earth.
One of the key features of Mayan astrology was a focus on tracking the cycles of Venus, as well as the development of a 260-day sacred calendar which consisted of 13 numbers and 20 day-signs that were used for astrological purposes.
Later in the episode we talk about what happened with some of the western misunderstandings surrounding the Mayan calendar ending in 2012, and how time is seen in terms of cycles that have no end.
Finally the last point we touch on is the recent revival and expansion of Mayan astrology in modern times, and how a new system has grown and developed over the past 30 years
Kenneth is the author of the book Mayan Calendar Astrology: Mapping Your Inner Cosmos.
You can find more about Kenneth's work on his website:
https://www.jaguarwisdom.org
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
Timestamps
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:14 Kenneth's background
00:10:58 Mesoamerican civilizations
00:17:30 Destruction of texts
00:23:00 Mirroring of heaven and earth
00:30:27 Calendar and cycles
00:41:00 Sacred time
00:44:08 Electional astrology
00:51:10 Venus in Mayan astronomy & astrology
01:01:42 Myths
01:06:45 Celestial portents & eclipses
01:14:08 Natal astrology
01:28:58 Astrology and medicine
01:37:05 Astrol…
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Astrology in Psychotherapy
12 september 2023 · 2 uur 14 min
In episode 418 astrologer Shawna Marie McGrath joins me to talk about incorporating astrology into psychotherapy, and explain what it looks like to use astrology as a tool in a therapeutic context. Lees meer
The premise of the episode is that despite a huge amount of literature on psychological astrology, astrology in psychotherapy is rarely discussed.
Nearly all literature written on the topic of therapeutic astrology is either geared toward “counseling skills for astrologers” or “how to read a birth chart therapeutically”.
Though these are valuable topics, neither address the practical application of astrology in therapy over time (what does it look like, what should clinicians/clients know, what are the pros, cons, risks, etc.).
This is what we set out to discuss in this episode, by answering the question "what does it look like to incorporate astrology into psychotherapy?"
Within this context we get into astrology as a tool for psychotherapists to conceptualize and understand their client, as well as astrology being used more openly as a psychotherapeutic tool that is discussed with the client directly.
We also discuss a number of the ethical considerations surrounding the use of astrology in psychotherapy, and talk about some pros and cons, in order to help clarify situations where astrology might be a helpful or appropriate tool to use versus when it might not be.
Shawna is a a psychotherapist and astrologer based in California, and you can find out more about her work on her website:
https://www.theastropsyche.com
This episode is available in both audio and video versions below.
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Transcript
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Project Hindsight Interview Commentary
5 september 2023 · 3 uur 40 min
In episode 417 Chris Brennan records a commentary on a 1993 interview with the founders of the Project Hindsight translation project, Robert Hand, Robert Schmidt, and Robert Zoller. Lees meer
The interview itself was just unearthed and released yesterday on its own, and it is a 48 minute interview that an astrologer named Jeanne Mozier (1945–2020) conducted with the three Roberts in July of 1993.
I released that interview as episode 416 of The Astrology Podcast, and you can watch or listen to it here:
Early Project Hindsight Interview with Hand, Schmidt, and Zoller
I wanted to release that interview on its own first, because it is an important historical document that should be preserved, and then today I decided to record a detailed commentary on the interview as a livestream in order to provide more context and background information.
I decided to record it in more of a reaction style format where I played the video and then paused it periodically to add commentary, and then also answer some questions from the audience in the live chat who was watching the livestream on YouTube.
I'm releasing the recording of the commentary today in both an audio and a video version below.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGuYvTJArPY
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Transcript
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