Podcasts about Cancer

When people think of cancer prevention, they often think of supplements or advanced therapies.     But some of the most powerful support starts with what's on your plate.     With nearly 2 million new cancer diagnoses each year in the U.S., evidence-based nutrition has never been more important.     On today's episode, I break down research exploring how certain whole foods can support immune function, including natural killer cell activity, while also helping regulate inflammation.     I also explain why no single food is a cure-all, and how lasting health comes from restoring balance by addressing deficiencies, reducing toxic load, supporting gut health, and managing chronic stress.     So join me for today's Cabral Concept 3625 to learn how simple, research-backed food choices can become a powerful part of your integrative health foundation.     Enjoy the show, and as always, let me know your thoughts!   - - - For Everything Mentioned In Today's Show: StephenCabral.com/3625 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

This is your daily horoscope for Saturday, January 10, and the most important aspects of the day:Sun in Capricorn opposite Jupiter in Cancer (12:30am PT) Mars in Capricorn opposite Jupiter in Cancer (6:30am PT) Moon in Libra square Jupiter in Cancer (7am PT) Moon in Libra square Mars in Capricorn (7am PT) Last Quarter Moon in Libra (8am PT) Moon in Libra square Venus in Capricorn (10am PT) Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Morgan kicks off 2026 by sharing her Word of the Year: Embodiment and what it truly means to live, choose, and be the energy you say you want. After a brutal end to 2025, a cross-country road trip, illness, anxiety, and a Super Full Moon in Cancer that cracked everything wide open, Morgan found herself stripped down to the core. What emerged wasn't just clarity, but a call to stop knowing and start being. This episode explores embodiment not as a buzzword, but as a lived, daily practice that touches your magick, your body, your business, your boundaries, and your future self. In this episode, Morgan covers: What embodiment actually means in a magickal and real-world sense How anxiety, panic attacks, and imposter syndrome pulled her back into her body The Super Full Moon in Cancer meltdown that revealed what needed to change The five embodied actions she took immediately to reset her life and business Setting boundaries in sacred spaces and calling in the right people Why embodiment requires honesty, even when it's uncomfortable How to embody your future self through daily, mundane decisions Releasing people-pleasing and finally taking up space in business This episode is an invitation to stop circling who you might become and start living as who you already are underneath the noise. Mentioned & Linked in This Episode: Tucson Gem Show Surprise Specimen Listings Inked Goddess Creations Box (still $35/month with free U.S. shipping) Inked Spirit Coven and the newly added Coven Paths through the lesson archives Feral Witch Energy Embodiment Activation ($27 self-paced class) Additional classes including As Above, Below, Embracing the Flame, and Pop Culture Magick All links mentioned can be found above. Patreon Bonus Content: This week's Patreon bonus includes a Word of the Year Worksheet to help you clarify, refine, or expand your own word (or words) for 2026. Join Morgan on her Patreon for exclusive bonus content. Visit https://patreon.com/inkedgoddesscreations for more details.    Consider joining Morgan's Inked Spirit Coven to deepen your magickal practice and connect with a supportive community. For more information, head to https://inkedspirit.com.   For unique witchy supplies and tips, a monthly Witchcraft subscription box, and more, head to https://www.InkedGoddessCreations.com. 

John A. Richardson, Jr. (Richardson Nutritional Center) joins Integrative Cancer Solutions with Dr. Karlfeldt in an episode featured on the Cancer Breakthroughs 3.0 Summit 2025, sharing the personal legacy behind his mission to educate the public about Vitamin B17—also known as amygdalin/laetrile—found in apricot seeds. As the son of Dr. John A. Richardson, MD, who faced intense backlash for using nutritional and alternative approaches, John offers a rare inside look at why this conversation remains so relevant for patients seeking integrative options.In this discussion, John and Dr. Karlfeldt break down the proposed mechanism behind Vitamin B17, why supporters believe it may target cancer cells differently than healthy cells, and how integrative strategies often include diet changes and supportive therapies. John also shares a recent, high-pressure hospital experience where he was urged toward major colon surgery and aggressive follow-up treatment—only to recover after stepping away and focusing on a natural, inflammation-reduction approach. Along the way, they explore how fear-based timelines can drive medical decisions, why taking time to educate yourself matters, and what patient empowerment can look like in real life.If you're navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or focused on prevention, this summit-featured conversation challenges the “only one path” mindset—and encourages thoughtful, informed choices rooted in clarity rather than panic.Key Topics CoveredJohn Richardson's family history with Vitamin B17 (amygdalin/laetrile) and apricot seedsDr. John A. Richardson's clinic, public advocacy, and the persecution he facedWhy integrative cancer patients often feel pressured into rapid chemo/radiation/surgery decisionsThe proposed mechanism of B17: amygdalin, enzymes, and the “selective activation” claimPrevention vs. treatment: using nutritional strategies before disease progressesThe role of enzymes and diet changes in integrative protocols (including reducing certain burdens on digestion)John's recent hospital experience: being told he needed colon surgery and chemo/radiation, then recovering without itConcerns raised about colonoscopy economics, false positives, and procedure risks (as discussed in the episode)Using supportive therapies mentioned in the conversation: ozone, infrared approaches, IV injections, methylene blue (as referenced)Patient empowerment: slowing down, seeking counsel, and making informed choices under pressure -----------------------------------------------A Better Way to Treat Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Preventing and Most Effectively Treating Our Biggest Health ThreatGrab my book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM1KKD9X?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Unleashing 10X Power: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquering CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/unleashing-10x-powerPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST1 Healing Within: Unraveling the Emotional Roots of CancerGet it here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/healing-withinPrice: $24.99100% Off Discount Code: CANCERPODCAST2-----------------------------------------------Integrative Cancer Solutions was created to instill hope and empowerment. Other people have been where you are right now and have already done the research for you. Listen to their stories and journeys and apply what they learned to achieve similar outcomes as they have, cancer remission and an even more fullness of life than before the diagnosis. Guests will discuss what therapies, supplements, and practitioners they relied on to beat cancer. Once diagnosed, time is of the essence. This podcast will dramatically reduce your learning curve as you search for your own solution to cancer. To learn more about the cutting-edge integrative cancer therapies Dr. Karlfeldt offer at his center, please visit www.TheKarlfeldtCenter.com

What if everything you've been told about cancer is based on the wrong science? I'm Dr. Betty Murray, and in this myth-busting episode, I sit down with Dr. Donese Worden, researcher, clinician, and one of 80 scientists worldwide leading the charge on the mitochondrial theory of cancer. Dr. Donese is co-founding the Society for International Metabolic Oncology and has worked with oncologists from MD Anderson, Mayo Clinic, and top institutions globally to change how we approach cancer treatment at its root. We're pulling apart the misinformation in functional medicine, the dangerous trends in biohacking, and why conventional cancer care, while well-intentioned, is treating the wrong target. Dr. Donese doesn't work against oncologists; she works with them, using metabolic therapies like hyperbaric oxygen and ketogenic protocols to improve chemo sensitivity, reduce side effects, and potentially target cancer stem cells that conventional care misses. You'll Discover: ●     Why only 5-10% of cancers are genetic but all conventional treatment targets DNA when the real cause is mitochondrial damage that creates cell respiration problems ●     How metabolic therapies like hyperbaric oxygen and ketogenic diet support conventional cancer care by improving chemo sensitivity with fewer side effects ●     The dangerous truth about cold plunges: blood pressure spikes 50 points in seconds, has killed healthy people, especially risky for women with unbalanced hormones ●     Why wearables lie to women about sleep and recovery scores, and why listening to your body is more accurate than tracking devices ●     The Seven Pillars framework: a simple 1-10 self-assessment covering sleep, body, bowel movements, energy, mental state, relationships, and spiritual health ●     Why biohackers are often the most stressed people and how excessive tracking and forcing protocols prevents the body from healing ●     Why mitochondria are passed only through the female line and function collaboratively like matriarchal societies ●     The one biohack that's universally beneficial: sauna and heat exposure for cardiovascular health, especially advantageous for women ●     Why functional medicine practitioners giving glutamine to cancer patients are feeding the problem since glutamine is one of two pathways that fuel cancer growth   This episode is for anyone navigating cancer or complicated health cases, women frustrated by wearables and contradictory health advice, or biohackers wondering if they're making things worse. Watch now and discover why your mitochondria hold the answers.   Connect with Dr. Donese Worden: Website: https://drworden.com/   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/ Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

This is your daily horoscope for Friday, January 9, and the most important aspects of the day:Sun in Capricorn conjunct Mars in Capricorn (3:30am PT) Venus in Capricorn opposite Jupiter in Cancer (9:30am PT) Moon in Libra square Mercury in Capricorn (4:30pm PT) Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

Steve is joined by Dr. Ben Tapper, Director of Epigenetics at The Wellness Company, to tackle some of the biggest questions surrounding cancer treatment and Big Pharma's influence. They discuss why Dr. Harvey Risch's appointment to President Trump's Cancer Panel matters, the growing interest in alternative treatments like ivermectin and mebendazole, and whether America should be investing more in outside-the-box solutions. Plus, a candid look at how profit motives shape medicine, and how that power can be challenged. Visit twc.health/GRUBER and use promo code GRUBER to SAVE

Writer, humorist, previvor, survivor, and breast cancer prevention advocate Gila Pfeffer joins Leah for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply honest conversation about loss, resilience, and finding humor in the most unlikely situations.Gila talks about her memoir, Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer, and Other Inconveniences, how humor can be a survival tool during cancer treatment, and her cheeky Feel It on the First campaign that raises awareness of breast cancer screenings and risk reduction. Gila shares her experiences from undergoing a risk-reducing double mastectomy as a BRCA+ previvor to becoming a cancer survivor who is a powerful voice in breast cancer awareness. This wide-ranging interview moves between generations—Gila's experience as a daughter watching her mother go through cancer, and later as a mother facing her own diagnosis—highlighting the power of storytelling to help us make sense of what feels impossible. Honest, insightful, and refreshingly human, this episode is for anyone navigating cancer.Follow Gila on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gilapfeffer/Subscribe to her Substack Send your Feel It On the First pictures to Gila! gilawrites@gmail.comThings mentioned in this episode:Read Gila's first publication in McSweeney's An Open Letter to Tiffany & Co. About Their Advertising Campaign for the Ring That Helps Women Remember They Survived CancerThe Tyrer-Cuzick Risk CalculatorKoning-Vera, compression-free mammographyEleonora Deplinsky, MD Gynecologic medical oncologist  https://www.instagram.com/drteplinskyRobyn Roth, MD breast radiologist  https://www.instagram.com/theboobiedocsSharsheret, a nonprofit dedicated to providing personalized support, education, and community for Jewish women facing breast and/or ovarian cancer.Support the showBecome a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Gain access to live Q&As, exclusive content, and so much more! Join us today! Check out our website! Looking for more information? We have blogs, merch, and all of our episodes listed by season and category. Shop our favorite reads! We've joined with Bookshop.org to offer some of our fave books! Have a comment or suggestion? Email us at thecancerpod@gmail.com Follow us wherever you browse. We're always @TheCancerPod: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube THANK YOU!!

Discover what the stars have aligned for you today. Whether you are looking for clarity in your love life, seeking direction in your career, or simply need a moment of mindfulness to start your morning, this reading offers the cosmic guidance you need to navigate today with confidence. In today's episode, we cover: Love and Relationships: Insight into how today's planetary alignment affects your romantic connections, family dynamics, and social life. Find out if it's a day for communication or a day for reflection. Career and Finance: Practical astrological advice for your professional life. We explore opportunities for growth, financial caution, and productivity tips tailored to the unique energy of your Zodiac Sign. Personal Growth and Wellness: Daily affirmations and spiritual guidance to help you stay grounded. Learn how to harness the energy of the moon and the planets to improve your mental and emotional well-being. Why Listen to Your Daily Horoscope? Astrology is more than just prediction; it is a tool for self-discovery and mindfulness. By tuning into the cosmic climate, you can align your actions with the universe's energy. Our daily episodes are short, actionable, and designed to help you live your best life, every single day. Connect with the Cosmos: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us bring daily celestial wisdom to listeners around the world. Disclaimer: The information and astrological interpretations in this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to use their own discretion and should not replace professional medical, legal, or financial advice with the content of this show.

To Drew Canoli, the founder and CEO of Organifi, Paul is far more than a business associate and neighbor in Southern California. Paul is a close friend whose mission — making the world a better, healthier place — mirrors Drew's vision.Drew picks Paul's brain on a great many topics, from parasite infections and poop to lifestyle changes for cancer patients, relationships, eating light and so much more this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Drew and his work on his Permission Granted website and social media via Facebook, Instagram and his FitLifeTV channel on YouTube. Listen to his Drew and You podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to them.Timestamps3:08 The number one reason people come into contact with parasites.9:23 The most common kind of parasite infection.19:32 How much poop should you be excreting from your body every day?28:30 Inflammation, parasite infections and your muscle health.38:03 It's not good for your health to do perpetual parasite cleanses due to the life cycle of the parasite.41:32 What lifestyle changes would Paul recommend to a cancer patient?48:43 “I was a man-child until I had my own.”1:00:16 Being in a relationship is the real dojo.1:13:43 A new electrolyte product from Organifi.1:22:50 Sun gazing.1:30:42 When eating foods, you're eating light.1:43:16 Is the Comet 3l/ATLAS something more?2:03:06 Killing the ego is an idea shared by confused people.Resources Spirit of the CimarronHealing With Whole Foods by Paul PitchfordYou Be You: Detox Your Life, Crush Your Limitations and Own Your Awesome by Drew CanoleHealing Fungal and Parasite Infections: The Absolute EssentialsPaul's Fastest Way to Health series on YouTubeFind more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz), Composed, mixed, mastered and produced by Michael RB Schwartz of Brave Bear MusicThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Trevor Maxwell lived the archetype of masculinity in rural Maine. Big, strong, splitting wood, raising kids, and carrying the load. Then cancer ripped that script apart. In 2018 he was bedridden, emasculated, ashamed, and convinced his family would be better off without him. His wife refused to let him disappear. That moment forced Trevor to face his depression, get help, and rebuild himself. Out of that came Man Up To Cancer, now the largest community for men with cancer, a place where men stop pretending they are bulletproof and start being honest with each other.Eric Charsky joins the conversation. A veteran with five cancers, forty-nine surgeries, and the scars to prove it, Eric lays out what happens when the military's invincible mindset collides with mortality. Together, we talk masculinity, vulnerability, sex, shame, and survival. This episode is blunt, raw, and overdue.RELATED LINKSMan Up To CancerTrevor Maxwell on LinkedInDempsey CenterEric Charsky on LinkedInStupid Cancer FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Walk It Off on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Astaxanthin (Asta-zan-than) is a powerful compound found on a humble algae that has been scientifically proven to treat cancer, reverse Parkinson's symptoms (and stop its progression), and reverse all chronic inflammatory diseases. Samuel Shepherd, a biochemical engineer who was faced with the diagnosis of an untreatable cancer, decided death was not going to take him just yet and used every tool at his disposal to become cancer-free. Now his research can help you with your chronic illness, whether it's autoimmune, mold, histamine, leaky gut, heavy metal toxicity, heart disease, dementia, or cancer.  He shares with us in a truly easy to understand form the biochemical reason we develop disease and how astaxanthin treats the root cause. I truly loved this interview and I'm thrilled that it's the first episode of the year.    Learn more: Website: https://valasta.net/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ValAsta   Marian's Programs:  https://www.roadtolivingwhole.com/meal-plans/ coaching: https://www.roadtolivingwhole.com/meal-plans-for-therapeutic-diets/   Disclaimer: The goal of this podcast is to help you take control of your health and feel the best you possibly can! These episodes are not meant to take the place of working with a qualified healthcare professional and are not designed to diagnose or treat any diseases or medical conditions. Any advice provided is not a medical diagnosis or medical treatment plan.  

Have you felt like 2025 was one massive ego death where everything you thought you were supposed to be doing got stripped away and you're left wondering what the hell just happened? In this final episode of the three-part series, I share my brutally honest year-in-review of 2025, the Year of the Snake. I walk through shutting off my Facebook ads in March (my main revenue source), retiring Spellbound after three years, the mistake of taking on two funnel projects in September that wrecked havoc because I'm not wired to build other peoples' businesses, my Costa Rica revelation about reciprocal community, and why stepping into 2026 means finally letting go of the "marketing expert" identity to own being the strategist and oracle who sees patterns, provides insights, and helps people find alignment before they build anything else.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:The February 28th shift when Kathryn left a 25-year Cancer cycle and stepped into Leo via Zodiacal Releasing (an ancient astrology timing technique), entering a peak period around vocation and career at the exact moment she woke up energized to start cutting expenses, shutting off ads, and making radical decisions her ego was terrified of, and why this timing perfectly aligned with the Year of the Snake's mandate to shed what no longer serves.Why Kathryn made less revenue in 2025 but earned more profit by cutting her $4-5K/month Facebook ad spend, retiring the scalable group program model, and realizing she'd structured her online business exactly like the brick-and-mortar she sold to escape (high overhead requiring $10K+ monthly sales just to break even), and how her Moon in Aries in the 6th house (ruled by Mars in the 2nd house of money) created massive turmoil navigating financial safety while her soul craved simplicity.The September mistake of saying yes to two full funnel buildout projects despite knowing she's not wired for implementation or behind-the-scenes deliverable work, experiencing ghosting clients and lack of recognition (triggering her Leo in the 10th house need for feedback and reward), and the brutal clarity that her real value is as a strategist and oracle providing insights, breakthrough thinking, and pattern recognition (Mercury in Gate 43), not building other people's systems while her own business sits in the background.Why the identity shift from "marketing expert and conversion copywriter" to alignment-focused strategist felt like an ego death, how her wide open G center in Human Design means she's not wired to wrap her identity around what she does for work or be known for one thing, and what stepping into 2026 looks like with multiple income streams (Selling the Invisible AI system, 1-1 mentorship layering astrology and strategy, business evolution sessions) all serving the deeper work of helping entrepreneurs find alignment first, then expression, then systems, then revenue instead of the surface-level "attract more clients and make more money" hamster wheel that's completely out of alignment for her Scorpio rising depth.And while you're here, follow us on Instagram @creativelyowned for more daily inspiration on effortlessly attracting the most aligned clients without spending hours marketing your business or chasing clients. Also, make sure to tag me in your stories @creativelyowned.To get Wispr Flow the crazy handy voice-to-text AI that turns speech into clear, polished writing in every app. click here.Selling the Invisible: Exactly how to articulate the value of your cosmic genius even if your message transcends the typical “10k months” & “Make 6-figures” types of promises. Free on-demand training >>>

January shows up like that friend who loves you enough to say, “Okay… holidays are over. What are we actually doing here?” Capricorn has entered the chat, the Hermit is standing at the threshold with his lantern, and Raven is perched nearby whispering, “Pay attention.”In this episode, we walk right into the grown-up end of the pool: astrology, tarot archetypes, earth medicine, and humor — because otherwise the existential dread gets bossy.We explore Capricorn season as devotion, not punishment — the slow climb, the long game — while Cancer's Full Moon asks whether your heart is fed, not just your to-do list. We track big transits like Venus shifting into Aquarius, the New Moon in Capricorn, Mercury and Mars electrifying Aquarius, and the cosmic mic-drop: Neptune stepping into Aries and putting boots on our dreams.Then we turn the lantern toward the deeper mythology of the Hermit — not isolation, but initiation. Not running away, but stepping back far enough to hear yourself again. From there, earth medicine arrives as the council:Quaking Aspen teaching the truth of interconnectedness.Lapis Lazuli calling us into honesty, vision, and ethical awareness.Raven carrying voice, mystery, and threshold magic.Together, they remind us how to carry our own light without abandoning ourselves — and how to return from solitude with something real to offer.This month is refinement, integration, and holy practicality. Less confetti cannon, more “find the boots you can actually walk in.”If you've been craving structure with soul, truth without cruelty, and spiritual work that survives contact with real life, this episode is your winter lantern.

Discover what the stars have aligned for you today. Whether you are looking for clarity in your love life, seeking direction in your career, or simply need a moment of mindfulness to start your morning, this reading offers the cosmic guidance you need to navigate today with confidence. In today's episode, we cover: Love and Relationships: Insight into how today's planetary alignment affects your romantic connections, family dynamics, and social life. Find out if it's a day for communication or a day for reflection. Career and Finance: Practical astrological advice for your professional life. We explore opportunities for growth, financial caution, and productivity tips tailored to the unique energy of your Zodiac Sign. Personal Growth and Wellness: Daily affirmations and spiritual guidance to help you stay grounded. Learn how to harness the energy of the moon and the planets to improve your mental and emotional well-being. Why Listen to Your Daily Horoscope? Astrology is more than just prediction; it is a tool for self-discovery and mindfulness. By tuning into the cosmic climate, you can align your actions with the universe's energy. Our daily episodes are short, actionable, and designed to help you live your best life, every single day. Connect with the Cosmos: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us bring daily celestial wisdom to listeners around the world. Disclaimer: The information and astrological interpretations in this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to use their own discretion and should not replace professional medical, legal, or financial advice with the content of this show.

In the very first lunation of 2026, under the nurturing Full Moon in Cancer on January 3rd, Therese channels a powerful meditation and message on ascension, nervous-system-safe evolution, and consciousness shifts.In this episode, you'll be guided to explore:

In today's episode, Saranne, the founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, shares personal stories and strategies for navigating the challenges of being in a relationship while dealing with cancer. She recounts a touching encounter with a couple who handled the news of cancer with grace and honesty, as well as her own experience with a partner who initially struggled to face the reality of her diagnosis. Saranne then introduces a unique strategy for couples going through cancer, suggesting three different types of dates to help maintain intimacy and address logistical concerns. Tune in to discover how these date nights can bring couples closer together during the cancer journey.2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne  

**Apologies in advance for the audio quality!** With four planets in Capricorn, we start the New Year with a mandate to put things in order, to strategize and plan for the future. Saturn, the ruler of the season, over in Pisces, we're reflecting on our spiritual lives as equally as our material lives. Find the balance. Timestamps:♈ Aries — 15:48♉ Taurus — 19:45♊ Gemini — 22:13♋ Cancer — 25:10♌ Leo — 27:24♍ Virgo — 30:43♎ Libra — 33:28♏ Scorpio — 36:48♐ Sagittarius — 40:03♑ Capricorn — 43:47♒ Aquarius — 47:01♓ Pisces — 50:50Read More:Webinar Replay: The Astrology of 2026https://empoweringastrology.com/webinar-the-astrology-of-2026-what-will-it-mean-for-my-signMars in Sagittarius: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/mars-in-sagittarius-sign-by-sign/Jupiter in Cancer: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/jupiter-in-cancer-sign-by-signSaturn in Pisces: The Look Withinhttps://empoweringastrology.com/saturn-in-pisces-look-within-2023-2026/Saturn in Pisces: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/saturn-in-pisces-sign-by-sign-2023-2026/Uranus in Taurus: Earthquakehttps://empoweringastrology.com/uranus-in-taurus-earthquake/Uranus in Taurus: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/uranus-in-taurus-sign-by-sign/Neptune in Pisces: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/neptune-in-pisces-sign-by-sign/Pluto in Aquarius: Transforming Humanityhttps://empoweringastrology.com/pluto-in-aquarius-transforming-humanity-2023-2044-what-will-it-mean/Pluto in Aquarius: Sign by Signhttps://empoweringastrology.com/pluto-in-aquarius-what-does-it-mean-for-my-zodiac-sign/Subscribe to My Mailing Listhttp://eepurl.com/gwPi_zAstrology Webinars and Courseshttps://empoweringastrology.freshlearn.com/Book Your Astrology Consultationhttps://empoweringastrology.as.me/Astrology Gift Certificateshttps://empoweringastrology.com/gift-certificates/#marsoppositejupiter #sunconjunctmars #marsincapricorn #capricornseason #sunincapricorn #saturninpisces #elementearth #january2026astrology #januaryastrology #empoweringastrology #katiesweetman #astrologyplusconsciousness #holisticastrology #astrologyforecast #soulalchemy #thesoulsjourney #modernmystics #astrology #astrologie #astrologia #astrolog #astrologersofinstagram #horoscope #horoscopes #astrologyposts #dailyhoroscope #dailyastrology #weeklyhoroscopes #weeklyastrology

Noninterventional studies in clinical research are underutilized in clinical research and inefficient. Dan Drozd, CMO of PicnicHealth, knows we can do better. With host Deborah Borfitz, Drozd discusses the issues and ramifications researchers face from the lack of noninterventional studies, offers tactics for raising the bar for evidence generation, and shares what he expects in the clinical research space in 2026 in this episode of the Scope of Things. Plus, Borfitz shares the latest news on an expanding good pharma score card, an entirely telehealth-based cancer trial, a novel online platform for bowel cancer research, improving patient-reported outcomes in cancer trials, a virtual clinical trial for psychedelics, and identifying Type 1 diabetes in the symptom-less window stage. Show Notes   News Roundup Good Pharma Scorecard Study in JAMA Internal Medicine News on the Yale Scool of Medicine website  Nationwide telehealth trial for cancer News on The Ohio State University website Online platform for bowel cancer research News on the Newcastle University website Patient-reported outcomes in cancer clinical trials Paper in The Lancet Oncology News on the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer website Virtual clinical trial of psychedelics Research article in Advanced Science Type 1 diabetes risk prediction testing Study in The Lancet News on the University of Exeter website Guest Dan Drozd, M.D., CMO of PicnicHealth The Scope of Things podcast explores clinical research and its possibilities, promise, and pitfalls. Clinical Research News senior writer, Deborah Borfitz, welcomes guests who are visionaries closest to the topics, but who can still see past their piece of the puzzle. Focusing on game-changing trends and out-of-the-box operational approaches in the clinical research field, the Scope of Things podcast is your no-nonsense, insider's look at clinical research today.

I wanted to take this first episode of 2026 to reflect on the last 104 episodes over the past almost 2 years of the show. There have been some amazing conversations and incredible humans that I've had the absolute pleasure of chatting with. I'm sharing some of the highlights and great things so many of my guests have accomplished, all during or after a cancer diagnosis. I hope you enjoy this look back and remember with me, while also looking forward to what's to come in 2026. Below are some of the books and non-profits we mentioned. Please check them out!! Happy New Year!!BooksFlat Please by Ellyn Winters The Unlikely Gift of Breast Cancer by Diane SimardThe Guys Guide to Everything Breast Cancer by Rick BakerWelcome to Katie's Brain by Katie SmithLight Through Darkness by Harriet CabellyPositively Altered by Dr. Cindy HowardOvercoming Life's Toughest Challenges by Andy CampbellBut is it the Bad Kind by Rachel Orgel Boo Bear's Big Day by Jodi NovakCancering by Lauren HuffmasterCancer Ramblings by Sandy DuarteCancer Stories of Hope by Kevin DonaghyA Breast Cancer Journey by Jennifer DouglasI AM ALIVE by Nathalie LathamFinding Hope and Joy in Cancer by Amanda GunvilleNon-Profitshttps://www.hodgkinsinternational.com/https://www.surviveandthrivecr.org/ https://liveradvocates.org/https://imermanangels.org/https://theolandusfoundation.org/https://adventurefound.org/https://www.myeloma.org/https://www.prostatenetwork.org/https://malebreastcancerhappens.org/https://testicularcancersociety.org/https://www.sitesandinsights.org/https://beckybakerfoundation.org/https://www.facebook.com/thecrownandgloryproject/?locale=tl_PH https://askellyn.ai/https://twistoutcancer.org/https://epicexperience.org/https://www.theboobytrapfoundation.org/

What situation in your life looks insurmountable right now? A marriage heading for the rocks? A child breaking your heart? A doctor's report with the word “Cancer” written on it? What circumstance in your life is so big, so overwhelming, so difficult that it looks impossible to conquer? Chip helps us discover how to unleash God's power into our impossible situations.Five questions about breakthrough:1. What is a breakthrough? Three key definitions:An offensive thrust that penetrates and carries beyond a defensive line in warfare.An act or instance of breaking through a barrier.A sudden advance.2. Is there a biblical pattern for breakthrough?Great needGreat sinGreat bondageGod's compassionGod's judgmentGod delivers3. How did Jesus teach His disciples to experience and be agents of breakthrough?Announce the “Good News!” -Mark 1Defeat evilBring healingLead by example4. Is there historical precedent that breakthrough can happen in our day?The entire book of ActsList of Church-Age believers5. How do you experience the first step of breakthrough?BELIEVE that God is good.EMBRACE that it's God's will to do the impossible in you and through you.Assignment: Read over Psalm 23, inserting your name in the blanks, at least once each day this week.Broadcast ResourceDownload MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource MentionsI Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003

“Cancer.” One word would change this mom's life forever, requiring her to drop her career and become a full-time caregiver. But little did she know that real estate investing would bring her more time, flexibility, and freedom than she had at any W2 job. Today, she owns several rentals, including one that brings in over $6,000 in monthly cash flow! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Jane Ng and her husband had been climbing the corporate ladder when a family medical crisis turned their lives upside down. Following her daughter's leukemia diagnosis, battle, and long recovery, Jane knew her next job would need to accommodate their new normal. Real estate has provided that and more, allowing her to spend more time with her children, work without being chained to a desk, and bring in more than enough money to help support her family. After dabbling in wholesaling, long-term rentals, and other investing strategies, Jane has since pivoted to short-term rentals, leveraging her hospitality background to craft memorable getaway experiences. Stick around and she'll show YOU how to copy her success, whether you're a stay-at-home mom or a nine-to-fiver! In This Episode We Cover How Jane turned a medical crisis into a launchpad for financial freedom The luxury rental property that nets Jane over $6,000 a month How to find more affordable real estate deals (beyond your backyard) How to (legally) avoid paying capital gains tax when selling an investment property Maximizing your monthly cash flow with short-term rental investing Planning and completing a successful renovation project (step by step) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BiggerPockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-662 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertise@biggerpockets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we head into a new year, we're focusing on what it really means to build a healthy 2026, without extremes or quick fixes. In this episode, we look at the health stories shaping the year ahead and what they tell us about making calmer, more informed decisions for long-term wellbeing. We explore hopeful developments in cancer prevention, following a Channel 4 documentary and UK reporting on vaccine trials starting this year for people at higher risk, and what this shift towards prevention could mean for the future of healthcare. We also unpack a major move from the World Health Organization to properly study traditional and natural medicine, from meditation and tai chi to simple food-based interventions, and how these practices fit alongside modern medicine. Finally, we look at a sobering wellness story gaining attention at the start of the year. Reports of botulism linked to anti-wrinkle injections raise important questions about safety, regulation and informed consent, and what people need to know to make safer choices. Order your copy of Ella's new book: ⁠Quick Wins: Healthy Cooking for Busy Lives⁠ Pre-order your copy of Rhi's upcoming book: ⁠The Fibre Formula⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does 2026 hold for indie authors and the publishing industry? I give my thoughts on trends and predictions for the year ahead. In the intro, Quitting the right stuff; how to edit your author business in 2026; Is SubStack Good for Indie Authors?; Business for Authors webinars. If you'd like to join my community and support the show every month, you'll get access to my growing list of Patron videos and audio on all aspects of the author business — for the price of a black coffee (or two) a month. Join us at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn. Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author as J.F. Penn. She's also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. (1) More indie authors will sell direct through Shopify, Kickstarter, and local in-person events (2) AI-powered search will start to shift elements of book discoverability (3) The start of Agentic Commerce (4) AI-assisted audiobook narration will go mainstream (5) AI-assisted translation will start to take off beyond the early adopters (6) AI video becomes ubiquitous. ‘Live selling' becomes the next trend in social sales. (7) AI will create, run, and optimise ads without the need for human intervention (8) 1000 True Fans becomes more important than ever You can find all my books as J.F. Penn and Joanna Penn on your favourite online store in all the usual formats, or order from your local library or bookstore. You can also buy direct from me at CreativePennBooks.com and JFPennBooks.com. I'm not really active on social media, but you can always see my photos at Instagram @jfpennauthor. 2026 Trends and Predictions for Indie Authors and Book Publishing (1) More indie authors will sell direct through Shopify, Kickstarter, and local in-person events — and more companies like BookVault will offer even more beautiful physical books and products to support this. This trend will not be a surprise to most of you! Selling direct has been a trend for the last few years, but in 2026, it will continue to grow as a way that independent authors become even more independent. The recent Written Word Media survey from Dec 2025 noted that 30% of authors surveyed are selling direct already and 30% say they plan to start in 2026. Among authors earning over $10,000 per month, roughly half sell direct. In my opinion, selling direct is an advanced author strategy, meaning that you have multiple books and you understand book marketing and have an email list already or some guaranteed way to reach readers. In fact, Kindlepreneur reports that 66% of authors selling direct have more than 5 books, and 46% have more than 10 books. Of course, you can start with the something small, like a table at a local event with a limited number of books for sale, but if you want to consistently sell direct for years to come, you need to consider all the business aspects. Selling direct is not a silver bullet. It's much harder work to sell direct than it is to just upload an ebook to Amazon, whether you choose a Kickstarter campaign, or Shopify/Payhip or other online stores, or regular in-person sales at events/conferences/fairs. You need a business mindset and business practices, for example, you need to pay upfront for setup as well as ongoing management, and bulk printing in some cases. You need to manage taxes and cashflow. You need to be a lot more proactive about marketing, as you won't sell anything if you don't bring readers to your books/products. But selling direct also brings advantages. It sets you apart from the bulk of digital only authors who still only upload ebooks to Amazon, or maybe add a print on demand book, and in an era of AI rapid creation, that number is growing all the time. If you sell direct, you get your customer data and you can reach those customers next time, through your email list. If you don't know who bought your books and don't have a guaranteed way to reach them, you will more easily be disrupted when things change — and they always change eventually. Kindlepreneur notes that “45% of the successful direct selling authors had over 1,000 subscribers on their email lists,” with “a clear, positive correlation between email list size and monthly direct sales income — with authors having an email list of over 15,000 subscribers earning 20X more than authors with email lists under 100 subscribers.” Selling direct means faster money, sometimes the same day or the same week in many cases, or a few weeks after a campaign finishes, as with Kickstarter. And remember, you don't have to sell all your formats directly. You can keep your ebooks in KU, do whatever you like with audiobooks, and just have premium print products direct, or start with a very basic Kickstarter campaign, or a table at a local fair. Lots more tips for Shopify and Kickstarter at https://www.thecreativepenn.com/selldirectresources/ I also recommend the Novel Marketing Podcast on The Shopify Trap: Why authors keep losing money as it is a great counterpoint to my positive endorsement of selling direct on Shopify! Among other things, Thomas notes that a fixed monthly fee for a store doesn't match how most authors make money from books which is more in spikes, the complexity and hassle eats time and can cost more money if you pay for help, and it can reduce sales on Amazon and weaken your ranking. Basically, if you haven't figured out marketing direct to your store, it can hurt you.All true for some authors, for some genres, and for some people's lifestyle. But for authors who don't want to be on the hamster wheel of the Amazon algorithm and who want more diversity and control in income, as well as the incredible creative benefits of what you can do selling direct, then I would say, consider your options in 2025, even if that is trying out a low-financial-goal Kickstarter campaign, or selling some print books at a local fair. Interestingly, traditional publishers are also experimenting with direct sales. Kate Elton, the new CEO of Harper Collins notes in The Bookseller's 2026 trend article, “we are seeing global success with responsive, reader-driven publishing, subscription boxes and TikTok Shop and – crucially – developing strategies that are founded on a comprehensive understanding of the reader.” She also notes, “AI enables us to dramatically change the way we interact with and grow audiences. The opportunities are genuinely exciting – finding new ways to help readers discover books they will love, innovating in the ways we market and reach audiences, building new channels and adapting to new methods of consuming content.” (2) AI-powered search will start to shift elements of book discoverability From LinkedIn's 2026 Big Ideas: “Generative engine optimization (GEO) is set to replace search engine optimization (SEO) as the way brands get discovered in the year ahead. As consumers turn to AI chatbots, agentic workflows and answer engines, appearing prominently in generative outputs will matter more than ranking in search engines.” Google has been rolling out AI Mode with its AI Overviews and is beginning to push it within Google.com itself in some countries, which means the start of a fundamental change in how people discover content online. I first posted about GEO (Generative Engine Optimisation) and AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation) in 2023, and it's going to change how readers find books. For years, we've talked about the long tail of search. Now, with AI-powered search, that tail is getting even longer and more nuanced. AI can understand complex, conversational queries that traditional search engines struggled with. Someone might ask, “What's a good thriller set in a small town with a female protagonist who's a journalist investigating a cold case?” and get highly specific recommendations. This means your book metadata, your website content, and your online presence need to be more detailed and conversational. AI search engines understand context in ways that go far beyond simple keywords. The authors who win in this new landscape will be those who create rich, authentic content about their books and themselves, not just promotional copy. As economist Tyler Cowen has said, “Consider the AIs as part of your audience. Because they are already reading your words and listening to your voice.” We're in the ‘organic' traffic phase right now, where these AI engines are surfacing content for ‘free,' but paid ads are inevitably on the way, and even rumoured to be coming this year to ChatGPT. By the end of 2026, I expect some authors and publishers to be paying for AI traffic, rather than blocking and protesting them. For now, I recommend checking that your author name/s and your books are surfaced when you search on ChatGPT.com as well as Google.com AI Mode (powered by Gemini). You want to make sure your work comes up in some way. I found that Joanna Penn and J.F. Penn searches brought up my Shopify stores, my website, podcast, Instagram, LinkedIn, and even my Patreon page, but did not bring up links to Amazon. If you only have an author presence on Amazon, does it appear in AI search at all? Do you need to improve anything about what the AI search brings up? Traditional publishers are also looking at this, with PublishersWeekly doing webinars on various aspects of AI in early 2026, including sessions on GEO and how book sales are changing, AI agents, and book marketing. In a 2026 predictions article on The Bookseller, the CEO of Bloomsbury Publishing noted, “The boundaries of artificial intelligence will become clearer, enabling publishers to harness its benefits while seeking to safeguard the intellectual property rights of authors, illustrators and publishers.” “AI will be deeply embedded in our workflows, automating tasks such as metadata tagging, freeing teams to focus on creativity and strategy. Challenges will persist. Generative AI threatens traditional web traffic and ad revenue models, making metadata optimisation and SEO critical for visibility as we adjust to this new reality online.” (3) The start of Agentic Commerce AI researches what you want to buy and may even buy on your behalf. Plus, I predict that Amazon does a commerce deal with OpenAI for shopping within ChatGPT by the end of 2026. In September 2025, ChatGPT launched Instant Checkout and the Agentic Commerce Protocol, which will enable bots to buy on websites in the background if authorised by the human with the credit card. VISA is getting on board with this, so is PayPal, with no doubt more payment options to come. In the USA, ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Free users can now buy directly from US Etsy sellers inside the chat interface, with over a million Shopify merchants coming soon. Shopify and OpenAI have also announced a partnership to bring commerce to ChatGPT. I am insanely excited about this as it could represent the first time we have been able to more easily find and surface books in a much more nuanced way than the 7 keywords and 3 categories we have relied on for so long! I've been using ChatGPT for at least the last year to find fiction and non-fiction books as I find the Amazon interface is ‘polluted' by ads. I've discovered fascinating books from authors I've never heard of, most in very long tail areas. For example, Slashed Beauties by A. Rushby, recommended by ChatGPT as I am interested in medical anatomy and anatomical Venuses, and The Macabre by Kosoko Jackson, recommended as I like art history and the supernatural. I don't think I would have found either of these within a nuanced discussion with ChatGPT. Even without these direct purchase integrations, ChatGPT now has Shopping Research, which I have found links directly to my Shopify store when I search for my books specifically. Walmart has partnered with OpenAI to create AI-first shopping experiences, and you have to wonder what Amazon might be doing? In Nov 2025, Amazon signed a “strategic partnership” with OpenAI, and even though it's focused on the technical side of AI, those two companies in a room together might also be working on other plans … I'm calling it for 2026. I think Amazon will sign a commerce agreement with OpenAI sometime before the end of the year. This will enable at least recommendation and shopping links into Amazon stores (presumably using an OpenAI affiliate link), or perhaps even Instant Checkout with ChatGPT for Amazon. It will also enable a new marketing angle, especially if paid ads arrive in ChatGPT, perhaps even integrating with Amazon Ads in some way as part of any possible agreement, since ads are such a good revenue stream for Amazon anyway. The line between discovery, engagement, and purchase is collapsing. Someone could be having a conversation with an AI about what to read next, and within that same conversation, purchase a bookwithout ever leaving the chat interface. This already happens within TikTok and social commerce clearly works for many authors. It's possible that the next development for book discoverability and sales might be within AI chats. This will likely stratify the already fragmented book eco-system even more. Some readers will continue to live only within the Amazon ecosystem and (maybe) use their Rufus chatbot to buy, and others will be much wider in their exploration of how to find and discover books (and other products and services). If you haven't tried it yet, try ChatGPT.com Shopping Research for a book. You can do this on the free tier. Use the drop down in the main chat box and select Shopping Research. It doesn't have to be for your book. It can be any book or product, for example, our microwave died just before Christmas so I used it to find a new one. But do a really nuanced search with multiple requirements. Go far beyond what you would search for on Amazon. In the results, notice that (at the time of writing) it does not generally link to Amazon, but to independent sites and stores. As above, I think this will change by the end of 2026, as some kind of commerce deal with Amazon seems inevitable. (4) AI-assisted audiobook narration will go mainstream I've been talking about AI narration of audiobooks since 2019, and over the years, I've tried various different options. In 2025, the technology reached a level of emotional nuance that made it much easier to create satisfying fiction audio as well as non-fiction. It also super-charges accessibility, making audio available in more languages and more accents than ever before. Of course, human narration remains the gold standard, but the cost makes it prohibitive for many authors, and indeed many small traditional publishers, for all books. If it costs $2000 – $10,000 to create an audiobook, you have to sell a lot to make a profit, and the dominance of subscription models have made it harder to recoup the costs. Famous narrators and voice artists who have an audience may still be worth investing in, as well as premium production, but require an even higher upfront cost and therefore higher sales and streams in return. AI voice/audio models are continuing to improve, and even as this goes out, there are rumours on TechCrunch that OpenAI's new device, designed by Jony Ive who designed the iPhone, will be audio first and OpenAI are improving their voice models even more in preparation for that launch. In 2026, I think AI-narrated audio will go mainstream with far-reaching adoption across publishing and the indie author world in many different languages and accents. This will mean a further stratification of audiobooks, with high quality, high production, high cost human narrated audio for a small percentage of books, and then mass market, affordable AI-narrated audio for the rest. AI-narrated audiobooks will make audio ubiquitous, and just as (almost) every print book has an ebook format, in 2026, they will also have an audio format. I straddle both these worlds, as I am still a human audiobook narrator for my own work. I human-narrated Successful Self-Publishing Fourth Edition (free audiobook) and The Buried and the Drowned, my short story collection. I also use AI narration for some books. ElevenLabs remains my preferred service and in 2025, I used my J.F. Penn voice clone for Death Valley and also Blood Vintage, while using a male voice for Catacomb. I clearly label my AI-narration in the sales description and also on the cover, which I think is important, although it is not always required by the various services. You can distribute ElevenLabs narrated audiobooks on Spotify, Kobo Writing Life, YouTube, ElevenReader, and of course your own store if you use Shopify with Bookfunnel. There are many other services springing up all the time, so make sure you check the rights you have over the finished audio, as well as where you can sell and distribute the final files. If they are just using ElevenLabs models in the back-end, then why not just do that directly? (Most services will be using someone's model in the back-end, since most companies do not train their own models.) Of course, you can use Amazon's own narration. While Amazon originally launched Audible audiobooks with Virtual Voice (AVV) in November 2023, it was rolled out to more authors and territories in 2025. If your book is eligible, the option to create an audiobook will appear on your KDP dashboard. With just a few clicks, you can create an audiobook from a range of voices and accents, and publish it on Amazon and Audible. However, the files are not yours. They are exclusive to Amazon and you cannot use them on other platforms or sell them direct yourself. But they are also free, so of course, many authors, especially those in KU, will use this option. I have done some for my mum's sweet romance books as Penny Appleton and I will likely use them for my books in translation when the option becomes available. Traditional publishers are experimenting with AI-assisted audiobook narration as well. MacMillan is selling digital audiobooks read by AI directly on their store. PublishersWeekly reports that PRH Audio “has experimented with artificial voice in specific instances, such as entrepreneur Ely Callaway's posthumous memoir The Unconquerable Game,” when an “authorized voice replica” was created for the audiobook. The article also notes that PRH Audio “embrace artificial intelligence across business operations—my entire department [PRH Audio] is using AI for business applications.” And while indie authors can't use AI voices on ACX right now, Audible have over 100 voices available to selected publishing partnerships, as reported by The Guardian with “two options for publishers wishing to make use of the technology: “Audible-managed” production, or “self-service” whereby publishers produce their own audiobooks with the help of Audible's AI technology.” In 2026, it's likely that more traditional publishers — as well as indie authors — will get their backlist into audio with AI narration. (5) AI-assisted translation will start to take off beyond the early adopters Over the years, I've done translation deals with traditional publishers in different languages (German, French, Spanish, Korean, Italian) for some fiction and non-fiction books. But of course, to get these kinds of deals, you have to be proactive about pitching, or work with an agent for foreign rights only, and those are few and far between! There are also lots of languages and territories worldwide, and most deals are for the bigger markets, leaving a LOT of blue water for books in translation, even if you have licensed some of the bigger markets. I did my first partially AI-translated books in 2019 when I used Deepl.com for the first draft and then worked with a German editor to do 3 non-fiction books in German. While the first draft was cheap, the editing was pretty expensive, so I stopped after only doing a couple. I have made the money back now, but it took years. In 2025, AI Translation began to take off with ScribeShadow, GlobeScribe.ai, and more recently, in November 2025, Kindle Translate boosting the number of translated books available. Kindle Translate is (currently) only available to US authors for English into Spanish and also German into English, but in 2026, this will likely roll out to more languages and more authors, making it easier than ever to produce translations for free. Of course, once again, the gold standard is human translation, or at least human-edited translations, but the cost is prohibitive even just for proof-reading, and if there is a cheap or even free option, like Kindle Translate, then of course, authors are going to try it. If the translation gets bad reviews, they can just un-publish. There are many anecdotal stories of indie success in 2025 with AI-translated genre fiction sales (in series) in under-served markets like Italian, French, and Spanish, as well as more mainstream adoption in German. I was around in the Kindle gold-rush days of 2009-2012 and the AI-translation energy right now feels like that. There are hardly any Kindle ebooks in many of these languages compared to how many there are in English, so inevitably, the rush is on to fill the void, especially in genres that are under-served by traditional publishers in those markets. Yes, some of these AI translated books will be ‘AI-slop,' but readers are not stupid. Those books will get bad reviews and thus will sink to the bottom of the store, never to be seen again. The AI translation models are also improving rapidly, and Amazon's Kindle Translate may improve faster than most, for books specifically, since they will be able to get feedback in terms of page reads. Amazon is also a major investor in Anthropic, which makes Claude.ai, widely considered the best quality for creative writing and translation, so it's likely that is used somewhere in the mix. Some traditional publishers are also experimenting with AI-assisted translation, with Harlequin France reportedly using AI translation and human proofreaders, as reported by the European Council of Literary Translators' Associations in December 2025. Academic publisher Taylor and Francis is also using AI for book translation, noting: “Following a program of rigorous testing, Taylor & Francis has announced plans to use AI translation tools to publish books that would otherwise be unavailable to English-language readers, bringing the latest knowledge to a vastly expanded readership.” “Until now, the time and resources required to translate books has meant that the majority remained accessible only to those who could read them in the original language. Books that were translated often only became available after a significant delay. Today, with the development of sophisticated AI translation tools, it has become possible to make these important texts available to a broad readership at speed, without compromising on accuracy.” (6) AI video becomes ubiquitous. ‘Live selling' becomes the next trend in social sales. In 2025, short form AI-generated video became very high quality. OpenAI released Sora 2, and YouTube announced new Shorts creation tools with Veo 3, which you can also use directly within Gemini. There are tons of different AI video apps now, including those within the social media sites themselves. There is more video than ever and it's much easier to create. I am not a fan of short form video! I don't make it and I don't consume it, but I do love making book trailers for my Kickstarter campaigns and for adding to my book pages and using on social media. I made a trailer for The Buried and the Drowned using Midjourney for images and then animation of those images, and Canva to put them together along with ElevenLabs to generate the music. But despite the AI tools getting so much easier to use, you still have to prompt them with exactly what you want. I can't just upload my book and say, “Make a book trailer,” or “Make a short film.” This may change with generative video ads, which are likely to become more common in 2026, as video turns specifically commercial. Video ads may even be generated specifically for the user, with an audience of one, maybe even holding your book in their hands (using something like Cameos on Sora), in the same way that some AI-powered clothing stores do virtual try-ons. This might also up-end the way we discover and buy things, as the AI for eCommerce and Amazon Sellers newsletter says about OpenAI's Sora app, “OpenAI isn't just trying to build a TikTok competitor. They're building a complete reimagining of how we discover and buy things …” “The combination of ChatGPT's research capabilities and Sora's potential for emotional manipulation—I mean, “engagement”—could create something we've never seen before: an AI ecosystem that might eventually guide you through every type of purchase, from the most considered to the most impulsive.” In 2026, there will be A LOT more AI-generated video, but that also leads to the human trend of more live video. While you can use an AI avatar that looks and sounds like you using tools like HeyGen or Synthesia, live video has all the imperfect human elements that make it stand-out, plus the scarcity element which leads to the purchase decision within a countdown period. Live video is nothing new in terms of brand building and content in general, but it seems that live events primarily for direct sales might be a thing in 2026. Kim Kardashian hosted Kimsmas Live in December 2025 with a 45 minute live shopping event with special guests, described as entertainment but designed to be a sales extravaganza. Indie authors are doing a similar thing on TikTok with their books, so this is a trend to watch in 2026, especially if you feel that live selling might fit with your personality and author business goals. It's certainly not for everyone, but I suspect it will suit a different kind of creator to those who prefer ‘no face' video, or no video at all! On other aspects of the human side of social media, Adam Mosseri the CEO of Instagram put a post on Threads called Authenticity after Abundance. He said, “Everything that made creators matter—the ability to be real, to connect, to have a voice that couldn't be faked—is now suddenly accessible to anyone with the right tools.” “Deepfakes are getting better and better. AI is generating photographs and videos indistinguishable from captured media. The feeds are starting to fill up with synthetic everything. And in that world, here's what I think happens.Creators matter more.” It's a long article so just to pick a few things from it: “We like to talk about “AI slop,” but there is a lot of amazing AI content … we are going to start to see more and more realistic AI content.” I've talked to my Patreon Community about this ‘tsunami of excellence' as these tools are just getting better and better and the word ‘slop' can also be applied to purely human output, too. If you think that AI content is ‘worse' than wholly human content, in 2026, you are wrong. It is now very very good, especially in the hands of people who can drive the AI tools. Back to Adam's post: “Authenticity is fast becoming a scarce resource, …The creators who succeed will be those who figure out how to maintain their authenticity [even when it can be simulated] …” “The bar is going to shift from “can you create?” to “can you make something that only you could create?” He talks about how the personal content on Instagram now is: “unpolished; it's blurry photos and shaky videos of people's daily experiences … flattering imagery is cheap to produce and boring to consume. People want content that feels real… Savvy creators are going to lean into explicitly unproduced and unflattering images of themselves. In a world where everything can be perfected, imperfection becomes a signal. Rawness isn't just aesthetic preference anymore—it's proof. It's defensive. A way of saying: this is real because it's imperfect.” While I partially love this, and I really hope it's true, as in I hope we don't need to look good for the camera anymore I would also challenge Adam on this, because pretty much every woman I know on social media has been sent sexual messages, and/or told they are ugly and/or fat when posting anything unflattering. I've certainly had both even for the same content, but I don't expect Adam has been the target for such posting! But I get his point. He goes on:“Labeling content as authentic or AI-generated is only part of the solution though. We, as an industry, are going to need to surface much more context about not only the media on our platforms, but the accounts that are sharing it in order for people to be able to make informed decisions about what to believe. Where is the account? When was it created? What else have they posted?” This is exactly what I've been saying for a while under my double down on being human focus. I use my Instagram @jfpennauthor as evidence of humanity, not as a sales channel. You can do both of course, but increasingly, you need to make sure your accounts at places have longevity and trust, even by the platforms themselves. Adam finishes: “In a world of infinite abundance and infinite doubt, the creators who can maintain trust and signal authenticity—by being real, transparent, and consistent—will stand out.” For other marketing trends for 2026, I recommend publicist Kathleen Schmidt's SubStack which is mostly focused on traditional publishing but still interesting for indies. In her 2026 article, she notes: “We have reached a social media saturation point where going viral can be meaningless and should not be the goal; authenticity and creativity should. She also says, “In-person events are important again,” and, “Social media marketing takes a nosedive… we have reached a saturation point … What publishers must figure out is how to make their social media campaigns stand out. If they remain somewhat uninspired, the money spent on social ads won't convert into book sales.” I think this is part of the rise of live selling as above, which can stand out above more ‘produced' videos. Kathleen also talks about AI usage. “AI can help lighten the burden of publicity and marketing.” “A lot of AI tools are coming to market to lessen the load: they can write pitches, create media lists for you, send pitches for you, and more. I know the industry is grappling with all things AI, but some of these tools are huge time savers and may help a book more than hurt it.” On that note … (7) AI will create, run, and optimise ads without the need for human intervention Many authors will be very happy about this as marketing is often the bane of our author business lives! As I noted in my 2026 goals, I would love to outsource more marketing tasks to AI. I want an “AI book marketing assistant” where I can upload a book and specify a budget and say, ‘Go market this,' then the AI will action the marketing, without me having to cobble together workflows between systems. Of course, it will present plans for me to approve but it will do the work itself on the various platforms and monitor and optimize things for me. I really hope 2026 is the year this becomes possible, because we are on the edge of it already in some areas. Amazon Ads launched a new agentic AI tool in September 2025 that creates professional-quality ads. I've also been working with Claude in Chrome browser to help me analyse my Amazon Ad data and suggest which keywords/products to turn off and what to put more budget into. I'll do a Patreon video on that soon. Meta announced it will enable AI ad creation by the end of 2026 for Facebook and Instagram. For authors who find ad creation overwhelming or time-consuming, this could be a game-changer. Of course, you will still need a budget! (8) 1000 True Fans becomes more important than ever Lots of authors and publishers are moaning about the difficulty of reaching readers in an era of ‘AI slop' but there is no shortage of excellent content created by humans, or humans using AI tools. As ever, our competition is less about other authors, or even authors using AI-assisted creation, we're competing against everything else that jostles for people's attention, and the volume of that is also growing exponentially. I've never been a fan of rapid release, and have said for years that you can't keep up with the pace of the machines. So play a different game. As Kevin Kelly wrote in 2008, If you have 1000 true fans, (also known as super fans), “you can make a living — if you are content to make a living but not a fortune.” [Kevin Kelly was on this show in 2023 talking about Excellent Advice for Living.] Many authors and the publishing industry are stuck in the old model of aiming to sell huge volumes of books at a low profit margin to a massive number of readers, many of them releasing ever faster to try and keep the algorithms moving. But the maths can work for the smaller audience of more invested readers and fans. If you only make $2 profit on an ebook, you need to sell 500 ebooks to make $1000, and then do it again next month. Or you can have a small community like my patreon.com/thecreativepenn where people pay $2 (or more) a month, so even a small revenue per person results in a better outcome over the year, as it is consistent monthly income with no advertising. But what if you could make $20 profit per book? That is entirely possible if you're producing high quality hardbacks on Kickstarter, or bundle deals of audiobooks, or whole series of ebooks. You would only need to sell to 50 people to make $1000. What about $100 profit per sale, which you can do with a small course or live event? You only need 10 people to make $1000, and this in-person focus also amplifies trust and fosters human connection. I've found the intimacy of my live Patreon Office Hours and also my webinars have been rewarding personally, but also financially, and are far more memorable — and potentially transformative — than a pre-recorded video or even another book. From the LinkedIn 2026 Big Ideas article: “In an AI-optimized world, intentional human connection will become the ultimate luxury.” The 1000 True Fans model is about serving a smaller, more personal audience with higher value products (and maybe services if that's your thing). As ever, its about niche and where you fit in the long long long long long tail. It's also about trust. Because there is definitely a shortage of that in so many areas, and as Adam Mosseri of Instagram has said, trust will be increasingly important. Trust takes time to build, but if you focus on serving your audience consistently, and delivering a high quality, and being authentic, this emerges as part of being human. In an echo of what happened when online commerce first took off, we are back to talking about trust. Back in 2010, I read Trust Agents: by Julien Smith and Chris Brogan, which clearly needs a comeback. There was a 10th anniversary edition published in 2020, so that's worth a read/listen. Chris Brogan was also on this show in 2017 when we talked about finding and serving your niche for the long term. That interview is still relevant, here's a quick excerpt, where I have (lightly edited) his response to my question on this topic back in 2017: Jo: The principle of know, like, and trust, why is that still important or perhaps even more important these days? Chris: There are a few things that at play there, Joanna. One is that the same tools that make it so easy for any of us to start and run a business also allow certain elements to decide whether or not they want to do something dubious. And with all new technologies that come, you know, there's nothing unique about these new technologies. In the 1800s, anyone could put anything in a bottle and sell it to you and say, this is gonna cure everything. Cancer — gone. And the bottle could have nothing in. You know, it could be Kool-Aid. And so, the idea of trying to understand what's behind the business though, one beautiful thing that's come is that we can see in much more dimensions who we're dealing with. We can understand better who's the face behind the brand. I really want people to try their best to be a lot clearer on what they stand for or what they say. And I don't really mean a tagline. I mean, humans don't really talk like that. They don't throw some sentence out as often as they can that you remember them for that phrase. But I would say that, we have so many media available to us — the plural of mediums — where we can be more of ourselves. And I think that there's a great opportunity to share the ‘you' behind the scenes, and some people get immediately terrified about this, ‘Ah, the last thing I want is for people to know more about me,' but I think we have such an opportunity. We have such an opportunity to voice our thoughts on something, to talk about the story that goes behind the product. We were all raised on overly produced material, but I think we don't want that anymore. We really want clarity, brevity, simplicity. We want the ability for what we feel is connection and then access. And so I think it's vital that we connect and show people our accessibility, not so that they can pester us with strange questions, but more so that you can say, this person stands with their product and their service and this person believes these things, and I feel something when I hear them and I wanna be part of that.” That's from Chris Brogan's interview here in 2017, and he is still blogging and speaking at writing at ChrisBrogan.com and I'm going to re-listen to the audiobook of Trust Agents again myself as I think it's more relevant than ever. The original quote comes from Bob Burg in his 1994 book, Endless Referrals, “All things being equal, people will do business with, and refer business to, those people they know, like and trust.” That still applies, and absolutely fits with the 1000 True Fans model of aiming to serve a smaller audience. As Kevin Kelly says in 1000 True Fans, “Instead of trying to reach the narrow and unlikely peaks of platinum bestseller hits, blockbusters, and celebrity status, you can aim for direct connection with a thousand true fans.” “On your way, no matter how many fans you actually succeed in gaining, you'll be surrounded not by faddish infatuation, but by genuine and true appreciation. It's a much saner destiny to hope for. And you are much more likely to actually arrive there.” In 2026, I hope that more authors (including me!) let go of ego goals and vanity metrics like ranking, gross sales (income before you take away costs), subscribers, followers, and likes, and consider important business numbers like profit (which is the money you have after costs like marketing are taken out), as well as number of true fans — and also lifestyle elements like number of weekends off, or days spent enjoying life and not just working! OK, that's my list of trends and predictions for 2026. Let me know what you think in the comments. Do you agree? Am I wrong? What have I missed? The post 2026 Trends And Predictions For Indie Authors And The Book Publishing Industry with Joanna Penn first appeared on The Creative Penn.

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This week, we welcome the new year with Venus and Mars in a conjunction to each other and both to the Sun, and all three in opposition to Jupiter. The Libra Last Quarter Moon adds to the week's emphasis on relationships, and a listener question about finding purpose in your birth chart. Plus: Creative muscles, blurry around the edges, and what's in line with your heart! Read a full transcript of this episode. Have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email April or leave it here! Subscribe to April's mailing list and get a free lunar workbook at each New Moon! Love the show? Make a donation! Timestamps [1:15] Sun conjoins Venus (Jan. 6, 8:36 am PST) at 16º22' Capricorn. The degree of this conjunction is called the Venus Star Point. Check out Episode 282 for a refresher on the Venus Star Point, and find your own Venus Star Point at sophiavenus.com. This is one of the most powerful days of the year to manifest the situations and relationships that align with your heart and values. [4:05] Venus conjoins Mars (Jan. 7, 6:43 pm PST) at 18º09' Capricorn. The Sabian symbol for this conjunction is 19 Capricorn, A child of about five carrying a huge shopping bag. Motivation will be high to pursue the things that you want and enjoy. [6:54] Sun conjoins Mars (Jan. 9, 3:41 am PST) at 19º12' Capricorn, on the Sabian symbol, 20 Capricorn, A hidden choir singing. The Sun, Venus, and Mars are together at 19º Capricorn and opposed Jupiter in Cancer. This Mars cazimi day is ideal for sharing something you've been working on with the world. [9:03] Venus opposes Jupiter (Jan. 9, 9:35 am PST) at 20º11' Capricorn-Cancer. This transit can indicate a tendency to overdo it, to spend more money than you need to on things that don't necessarily satisfy you. Give some thought to what could make your relationships happier. [10:46] On Jan. 10, the Sun and Mars in Capricorn oppose Jupiter within about six hours of each other. The Sun opposes Jupiter at 12:42 am PST, and Mars opposes Jupiter at 6:25 am PST. Avoid negative solar tendencies, such as boasting, bragging, and demanding the spotlight. Temper Mars tendencies such as insisting on having your own way. On the flipside, your hard work could be acknowledged. [12:06] Moon Report! The Libra Last Quarter Moon (Jan. 10, 7:48 am PST) is at 20º24' Libra-Capricorn. This Last Quarter Moon is the last major phase in the New Moon cycle that began with the Sagittarius New Moon (Dec. 19, 2025). Seek resolution to the conflict between collaboration and individual ambition. Sabian symbols: 21 Libra, A crowd upon the beach (Moon) and 21 Capricorn, A relay race (Sun). [15:09] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Last Quarter in an LPFC that began with a Solar Eclipse New Moon on Oct. 14, 2023, at 21º07' Libra. The First Quarter of this LPFC was on July 13, 2024. The Full Moon in this LPFC was on April 12, 2025, at 23º19' minutes Libra. [17:05] The Moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus (Jan. 6, 5:05 am PST). It is VOC for 3 hours, 52 minutes, then enters Virgo (8:57 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of stretching your creative muscles. [18:34] The Moon opposes Neptune in Virgo-Pisces (Jan. 8, 3:23 pm PST). It's VOC for 43 minutes, then enters Libra (4:06 pm PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of appreciating the artistic and non-conformist people in your life, without feeling like you need to change them. [20:06] The Moon squares Venus in Libra-Capricorn (Jan. 10, 9:54 am PST). It's VOC for 17 hours, 1 minute, then enters Scorpio (Jan. 11, 2:55 am PST). Use this VOC Moon period to get in the habit of using structure, such as a daily planner, to track your New Moon goals and prioritize nurturing relationships. [22:11] Listener Ginger asks about finding life purpose in the birth chart. [26:56] To have a question answered on a future episode, leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend! [27:32] A tribute to this week's donors! If you would like to support the show and receive access to April's special donors-only videos, go to BigSkyAstropod.com and contribute $10 or more. You can make a one-time donation in any amount or become an ongoing monthly contributor.

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There is no way around it, breast cancer is hard. But as our guest today will tell you, trying to remain upbeat throughout treatment can have a positive impact on your life. Amy Elizabeth Chalmers Hicks brings a unique perspective. She was adopted so she doesn't know her biological family's health history, leaving her to navigate two cancer diagnoses without the insights many rely on to understand risk. However, despite these unknowns, when she found a lump, she stayed at ease, started treatment right away, surrounded herself with people who were loving and supportive and made a deep commitment to keeping a positive attitude. She is here today to share her inspiring story with us.

On this week's episode, Mom and Me discuss predicts for Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn for 2026.

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Jason and Nick welcome radio icons Deb O'Keefe and Dale Dudley for a WIDE ranging conversation. Included topics: pool cancer, 80s radio equipment, cocaine, their respective life expectancies, and our new game show sensation How Do You Like Them Peaches?Contact Dale for help with your real estate situations at daledudley@realtyaustin.com or 512-923-4098.Check out Deb's biz here https://hydeparkwallco.com/Bonus episodes available at patreon.com/jasondick or https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/jason-dick/subscribe

This is your daily horoscope for Wednesday, January 7, and the most important aspects of the day:Moon in Virgo trine Mercury in Capricorn (12am PT) Moon in Virgo trine Sun in Capricorn (5pm PT) Moon in Virgo trine Venus in Capricorn (5:30pm PT) Moon in Virgo trine Mars in Capricorn (5:30pm PT) Venus in Capricorn conjunct Mars in Capricorn (6:30pm PT) Moon in Virgo sextile Jupiter in Cancer (10pm PT) Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

Keywordscancer, prevention, stem cells, integrative medicine, research, Beljanski Foundation, health advocacy, natural treatments, lifestyle choices, emotional healthIn this episode of the Wise Divine Woman podcast, Dana Irvine speaks with Sylvie Beljanski, founder of the Beljanski Institute for Cancer Prevention. Sylvie shares her unexpected journey into the world of cancer research, driven by her family's legacy and the challenges they faced. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding cancer stem cells, preventive measures, and the role of integrative medicine in cancer treatment. Sylvie emphasizes the need for personal advocacy in health and the significance of lifestyle choices in cancer prevention.https://www.beljanski.org/Takeaways*Sylvie Beljanski's journey into cancer research was unexpected and deeply personal.*The Beljanski Foundation aims to continue research on natural cancer treatments.*Cancer stem cells play a crucial role in metastasis and treatment resistance.*Preventive measures and lifestyle choices are essential in reducing cancer risk.*Emotional health and stress management are key factors in overall well-being.*Integrative medicine combines conventional and natural treatments for better outcomes.*Advocacy for oneself is vital in navigating cancer treatment options.*Education about cancer risks and prevention is crucial for everyone.*Sylvie feels privileged to carry on her father's legacy in cancer research.*The future of cancer treatment lies in natural, non-toxic therapies.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cancer and Personal Journey06:38 The Beljanski Foundation and Research Initiatives10:03 Understanding Cancer Stem Cells16:30 Preventive Measures and Lifestyle Choices22:11 Legacy and Future of Cancer Research27:01 Advocacy and Integrative MedicineFree Gift for Wise Divine Women Listeners! Ready to balance your hormones and support your breast health? Download my FREE Boost Your Estrogen Metabolism Checklist or the Five Minutes to Wellness: A Guide to Self-Breast Examination today. ⁠Grab your free checklist here⁠ Plus, when you download, you'll get updates on upcoming Touch Your Tattas Workshops, live events, and exclusive resources inside the Wise Divine Women Collective.Be encouraged. Be empowered. Be the Wise Divine Woman you were created to be. Feel free to reach outDana Irvine FDN, FNP, CCT705-919-6843wisedivinewomen@gmail.com⁠danairvine.com

What if the reason healing hasn't felt sustainable isn't because you're doing it wrong, but because you've been chasing it instead of living it?In this special New Year episode of Renegade Remission, you're invited to step into 2026 with clarity, intention, and an embodied vision of healing that feels lived, rather than forced.Rather than setting rigid resolutions or adding more rules, this episode guides you into a deeper relationship with your body, your intuition, and the version of you that already knows how to heal.In this episode, you'll experience:A guided visualization to meet your healed self and learn what healing actually feels like in your bodyA simple daily ritual that anchors healing into your everyday life without overwhelmOne sustainable rhythm to carry into 2026 that keeps your healing front and centerA mindset shift that moves you from effort and pressure into presence and trustThis episode isn't about fixing yourself. It's about remembering who you're becoming and letting your daily life reflect that truth.Listen now and step into 2026 grounded, intentional, and connected to your healing. Let this episode be your anchor, serving as a reminder that healing isn't something you chase in the future, but something you choose, practice, and live every single day.DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

In this episode, Saranne explores the concept of "this too shall pass" and shares a hilarious joke that offers a fresh perspective on the phrase. She also delves into the idea of feeling cursed when diagnosed with cancer and how she transformed that notion into one of empowerment and healing. Join Saranne as she encourages us to choose light, laughter, and joy in the face of adversity.2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Finalist Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries across 7 continents and features over 390 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.   To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_SuggestionsTo sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne 

Discover what the stars have aligned for you today. Whether you are looking for clarity in your love life, seeking direction in your career, or simply need a moment of mindfulness to start your morning, this reading offers the cosmic guidance you need to navigate today with confidence. In today's episode, we cover: Love and Relationships: Insight into how today's planetary alignment affects your romantic connections, family dynamics, and social life. Find out if it's a day for communication or a day for reflection. Career and Finance: Practical astrological advice for your professional life. We explore opportunities for growth, financial caution, and productivity tips tailored to the unique energy of your Zodiac Sign. Personal Growth and Wellness: Daily affirmations and spiritual guidance to help you stay grounded. Learn how to harness the energy of the moon and the planets to improve your mental and emotional well-being. Why Listen to Your Daily Horoscope? Astrology is more than just prediction; it is a tool for self-discovery and mindfulness. By tuning into the cosmic climate, you can align your actions with the universe's energy. Our daily episodes are short, actionable, and designed to help you live your best life, every single day. Connect with the Cosmos: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us bring daily celestial wisdom to listeners around the world. Disclaimer: The information and astrological interpretations in this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to use their own discretion and should not replace professional medical, legal, or financial advice with the content of this show.

Send us a textAPOLOGIES FOR THE BACKGROUND ROAD NOISE; RECORDED IN TRANSIT.The air feels charged, like a match on the verge of lighting. We're stepping into a year where vision wants motion, and the cosmic weather agrees: Saturn and Neptune move into Aries, and the Fire Horse energy kicks purpose into high gear. That combination points to a rare window where structures can finally serve dreams instead of stalling them. I walk through what that means for your daily choices—how to plan with intention without locking yourself into rigidity, and how to build the kind of rhythm that keeps you grounded while everything speeds up.We explore the shift from shedding to showing up, naming the emotional and practical skills that help you cross the threshold. I share a simple framework for mapping your year that prioritizes divine timing, meaningful milestones, and humane pacing. Then we get specific with a sign-by-sign guide: Aries owning confident self-sufficiency, Taurus stepping into leadership, Gemini reclaiming freedom, Cancer reviving creative flow, Leo quietly building wealth, Virgo embracing rebirth, Libra refining soul-centered partnership, Scorpio receiving emotional restoration, Sagittarius locking into clarity, Capricorn expanding abundance, Aquarius practicing real self-love, and Pisces settling into inner harmony.If you're craving structure that honors your intuition, I've got you. Monthly live classes focus on timely themes like divine timing, the Honey Hub membership layers in small-group support and mini readings, and a monthly reading subscription offers deep, consistent guidance at a friendly rate. This is a year to choose your future on purpose—one aligned action at a time. Press play, map your next move, and share your sign's theme with me. If this lands, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it to a friend who's ready to build something real.Learn more about, book a session with or contact India Leigh at indialeigh.com

It's a very Capricorn week with the Sun, Venus, and Mars meeting up, and they all sit opposite Jupiter in Cancer. Find out how to make the most of it on Ghost! Watch the video version of Ghost of a Podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/JessicaLanyadoohttps://www.youtube.com/jessicalanyadoo/videos!

The Sun, Venus, Mars, and Mercury are all transiting through Capricorn this week — something that hasn't happened since 1994. We're covering eight transits, highlighted by three major conjunctions: Sun-Venus, Venus-Mars, and Sun-Mars, all in the sign of structure, authority, and time. This is a week about getting back on the path, aligning what you love with how you're spending your time, and leaving the baggage of the past at base camp so you can actually reach the summit.At the end of the episode, I share a new Substack essay exploring the historical significance of the last five Capricorn stelliums — 1866, 1898, 1930, 1962, and 1994 — and the recurring questions they raise about land, property, and governmental responsibility. What structures are failing? What foundations are cracked? And what will we choose to build in 2026 that will shape generations we'll never meet?(4:25) The Sun Conjunct Venus in Capricorn 16° – December 25 – January 17 (Thursday – Saturday) – Tuesday, January 6.(11:55) Venus Conjunct Mars in Capricorn 18° – January 2 – 13 (Friday – Tuesday) – Wednesday, January 7.(23:31) Mercury in Capricorn Square the North Node in Pisces 10° – January 6 – 9 (Tuesday – Friday) – Thursday, January 8.(20:58) The Sun Conjunct Mars in Capricorn 19° – December 31 – January 18 (Wednesday – Sunday) – Friday, January 9.(26:29) Venus in Capricorn Opposite Jupiter Retrograde in Cancer 20° – January 7 – 10 (Wednesday – Saturday) – Friday, January 9.(30:48) The Sun in Capricorn Opposite Jupiter Retrograde in Cancer 20° – January 7 – 11 (Wednesday – Sunday) – Saturday, January 10.(34:11) The Sun in Capricorn Square the Moon in Libra 20°24' at 7:49 AM PST on Saturday, January 10.(37:21) Mars in Capricorn Opposite Jupiter Retrograde in Cancer 20° – January 7 – 12 (Wednesday – Monday) – Saturday, January 10.(44:02) The Capricorn Stellium: Who Owns the Land?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the 2026 Astrology Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join ⁠my Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/

Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S, your bite‑sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. In this episode of, hosts Matthew Januszek and Mohammed Iqbal sit down with Dr. Bill Andrews: molecular geneticist, inventor, and telomere pioneer to explore what actually causes human aging and whether it can be slowed, stopped, or even reversed. Key topics covered: What telomeres are and why they determine human lifespan. Why aging isn't random, but biologically programmed. The real relationship between telomeres and cancer. How exercise, inflammation, and lifestyle impact cellular aging. Why most anti-aging products fail scientific scrutiny. The role of telomerase in extending cellular life. What longevity influencers often get wrong. Practical habits that may slow biological aging.

This week concentrates powerful Capricorn energy, activating themes of commitment, responsibility, desire, and relational truth—all tested through tension with Jupiter in Cancer and Chiron in Aries. The question underneath it all: What are you truly willing to tend, protect, and build?Tuesday, Jan 6 — Venus conjunct Sun in CapricornArchetypal Dialogue: The Lover meets the Sovereign A renewal of values and relational orientation. What you love seeks alignment with what you are responsible for. Beauty, worth, and devotion ask to be taken seriously.Reflection Question: Where am I clarifying what truly matters—and what I'm willing to commit to?Wednesday, Jan 7 — Venus conjunct Mars in CapricornArchetypal Dialogue: Desire joins Discipline Attraction meets will. Passion becomes purposeful when guided by integrity and long-term vision. This is a moment to act in alignment with your values.Reflection Question: How can my desire move with maturity rather than impulse?Friday, Jan 9 — Sun conjunct Venus in Capricorn and Venus in Capricorn opposes Jupiter in CancerArchetypal Dialogue: Devotion faces Expansion A peak moment for relationship and value themes. The tension asks you to balance duty with emotional nourishment—ambition with care.Reflection Question: Where might growth require both boundaries and tenderness?Saturday, Jan 10 — Sun & Mars in Capricorn oppose Jupiter in CancerArchetypal Dialogue: Authority meets Protection Drive and responsibility meet the need for safety and belonging. Overreach or defensiveness may surface if inner needs are ignored.Reflection Question: Am I acting from grounded authority—or compensating for unmet emotional needs?Sunday, Jan 11 — Venus in Capricorn square Chiron in AriesArchetypal Dialogue: The Lover meets the Wounded Self Old relational wounds or identity sensitivities may be activated. This is an invitation to mature self-worth through compassion rather than self-judgment.Reflection Question: What would honoring my worth look like without needing to prove myself?Podcast poem: Alteration by Rosemerry Wahtola TrommerSupport the showGo to Sheila's website for information for transformational resources: https://www.ontheedgesofchange.com/home-page This episode was co-created with generative AI, engaged as a soul-aligned ally in service of transformation. At the edge where technology meets myth, I choose insight over noise, and alchemy over automation. Thank you for dreaming the future with me.

Lunar  Theme:  Full Moon in Cancer brings a powerful awareness of how we begin the year of 2026.  This Moon is allied with the planet Jupiter currently in the sign of Cancer.  With this planetary alignment, it is possible to bring increased harmony and inner awareness into important areas of your life.How to Predict Your Own FutureCancer is endowed with great empathy, emotional resilience, and the capacity to heal the emotional woundedness in yourself and others.  You have another great asset in the form of unparalleled psychic and spiritual ability for getting the answers you need for living in an authentic and creative way. Cancer is associated with the 4th house, guided by the Moon. This is the house of the “mothering energy”.  The lunar house is at the root and foundation of life.  Here's where the subconscious patterns and beliefs about life  and self are developed. Questions for 2026 “How  does an individual embrace, experience and move through the times of energy constriction, inertia, confusion, emotional numbness, physical blockage, psychic delusion, and challenges to the spirit?” On a personal level, how will you deal with the life systems that are no longer functioning? Notice Capricorn energy.The dilemma of what is  “home” ?  The regard and treatment of our “home, planet Earth” is on the line.How are all the inhabitants upon the planet going to reconnect with this as “home” and live more equitably with one another?Rebirth and Awakening: Rebirth and healing are the essential evolutionary paradigm shifts that are moving through the entire collective on this planet.   This Full Moon in Cancer brings everyone face to face with the question of how to embrace  being self-nurturing, truthful, loving, creative, and willing to take the “high road” by listening to the wisdom from within your inner self.The sign of Cancer is the potential to activate self-insight, deep nurturing, and the experience of understanding the emotion of vulnerability. Currently, the massive and pervasive health, socio-political, cultural,  and spiritual crises are indicators that healing can only occur when everyone is included as having value as a human being. Reference:  "Writing from the Body by John Lee with Ceci M. Kritsberg Let's have an Astrology Conversation. I look forward to seeing you. Now is the time.https://www.soulsoundinsights.com/light-reading.htmlhttps://www.soulsoundinsights.com/music-musings-meditation.htmlI am proud to announce my new offering as a Certified Creative Depth Coach. As a Creative Depth Coach, I provide guidance, support and soul insights on how to discover, explore and navigate your life by recognizing your magnificent "Creative Genius". Some of my modalities and Soul tools are "Art as Process" EFT Tapping, Sound and Music for Inner Journeying , using the wisdom of Astrology, Tarot, Oracle and Numerology. l Enjoy Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus Drumming Video:https://vimeo.com/769123538/b344b2b541"Calling the Wild" or " QuickSilver and Astro Magic" Original Music by MaeRuth McCants

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✨ Welcome to 2026! This isn't just a new year, it's a full reset. Numerologically, 2026 is a 1 year, the beginning of a brand-new 9-year cycle. Astrologically, it's huge. Saturn and Neptune both re-enter Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac. Add in the upcoming Year of the Fire Horse, and it's clear: something powerful is waking up in us and in the collective 

In today's episode, Saranne, the founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, shares a valuable strategy she used as a single mom to navigate the challenges of cancer treatment. She encourages listeners to create a list of supportive individuals who can lend a helping hand during this difficult time. Saranne provides categories such as food, driving, emotional support, and more, guiding listeners on identifying the people in their lives who can help. This practical approach aims to alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty that comes with battling cancer, reminding us that we are not alone in our journey.2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries across 7 continents and features over 390 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.  To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_SuggestionsTo sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.Have a blessed day! Saranne

Discover what the stars have aligned for you today. Whether you are looking for clarity in your love life, seeking direction in your career, or simply need a moment of mindfulness to start your morning, this reading offers the cosmic guidance you need to navigate today with confidence. In today's episode, we cover: Love and Relationships: Insight into how today's planetary alignment affects your romantic connections, family dynamics, and social life. Find out if it's a day for communication or a day for reflection. Career and Finance: Practical astrological advice for your professional life. We explore opportunities for growth, financial caution, and productivity tips tailored to the unique energy of your Zodiac Sign. Personal Growth and Wellness: Daily affirmations and spiritual guidance to help you stay grounded. Learn how to harness the energy of the moon and the planets to improve your mental and emotional well-being. Why Listen to Your Daily Horoscope? Astrology is more than just prediction; it is a tool for self-discovery and mindfulness. By tuning into the cosmic climate, you can align your actions with the universe's energy. Our daily episodes are short, actionable, and designed to help you live your best life, every single day. Connect with the Cosmos: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us bring daily celestial wisdom to listeners around the world. Disclaimer: The information and astrological interpretations in this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to use their own discretion and should not replace professional medical, legal, or financial advice with the content of this show.

"I would like to give hope to everybody and tell them, look for natural solutions. They are out there." - Sylvie Beljanski   Sylvie Beljanski is a renowned French lawyer turned health advocate, author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder and president of the Beljanski Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing natural approaches to cancer treatment. Additionally, Sylvie is the CEO of Maison Beljanski, a global dietary supplement company. She is the author of "Winning the War on Cancer" and hosts the Beljanski Cancer Talk Show. Her work continues her family's legacy in integrative health and cancer research, and she is a sought-after speaker who educates audiences worldwide on breakthroughs in holistic and integrative medicine.   Episode Summary: In this episode of "Oh, My Health... There Is Hope," hosted by Jana Short, guest Sylvie Beljanski shares her journey from French lawyer to a pivotal figure in the natural health sphere. Sylvie discusses her family's legacy in cancer research and how it inspired her shift toward promoting integrative medicine. With an emphasis on the synergy between natural products and conventional treatments like chemotherapy, Sylvie emphasizes the importance of addressing both physical and emotional causes of cancer. Her insights are vital to understanding how integrating natural therapies can enhance cancer treatment outcomes. Sylvie delves into the challenges natural medicine faces in gaining recognition, due to the lack of financial incentives for in-depth research compared to patented pharmaceutical products. Despite these obstacles, Sylvie remains hopeful about the future of integrative health, predicting that natural approaches combined with science will eventually prevail. Her advocacy work through the Beljanski Foundation and the Beljanski Cancer Talk Show continues to educate and empower individuals to seek holistic approaches to disease. By highlighting case studies and scientific evidence, Sylvie's narrative advocates for a world in which integrative medicine becomes a mainstream option for combating illnesses like cancer.   Key Takeaways: Sylvie Beljanski transitioned from law to health advocacy to continue her family's legacy in natural cancer treatment. Integrative medicine, which combines natural therapies with conventional treatments, has shown promising results in cancer care. Emotional and environmental factors play crucial roles in the development and treatment of diseases like cancer. The Beljanski Foundation supports scientific research on natural substances that could synergize with conventional cancer treatments. Despite the high cost of research, Sylvie believes in the potential of natural remedies gaining ground in future medical practices.   Resources: The Beljanski Foundation (cancer research nonprofit)—https://beljanski.org Maison Beljanski (supplements)—https://maisonbeljanski.com The Beljanski Integrative Cancer Conference—https://integrativecancerconference.com Sylvie Beljanski (speaker) - https://sylviebeljanski.com Winning the War on Cancer (book) - https://winningthewaroncancer.com @‌beljanskifoundation https://www.facebook.com/TheBeljanskiFoundation https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviebeljanski     Free Offers for listeners: Virtual group health coaching session on the Beljanski® Approach to Wellness and protocols (use code MAISON) Free chapter—"Winning The War On Cancer"  (no promo code needed) Free eBook—"The Beljanski Approach to Cancer" (no promo code required)     ✨ Enjoying the show? Stay inspired long after the episode ends! Jana is gifting you **free subscriptions to Ageless Living Magazine and **Best Holistic Life Magazine—two of the fastest-growing publications dedicated to holistic health, personal growth, and living your most vibrant life. Inside, you'll find powerful stories, expert insights, and practical tools to help you thrive—mind, body, and soul.

If there is one full moon to stay at home and rest, it's likely the Cancer Full Moon. And lucky for us, 2026 starts out with this nurturing and caregiving energy, that is here to wrap us in a blanket of deep remembering. In the introduction of this episode we explore: Jupiter in Cancer, Chiron in Aries, the Capricorn Stellium, the Venus + Mars Capricorn Cazimi's, and Neptune at the final degree of Pisces.   Then, astrologer Jeff Hinshaw and movement educator, death midwife, and ritualist Anastasia Baratta explore Cancer as the keeper of memory, ancestry, care, and embodied wisdom. Opening with a somatic ritual honoring the Cancer-ruled body, they weave astrology, land-based spirituality, and personal myth-making, reflecting on Anastasia's Cancer Rising, Aquarius Sun, and Sagittarius Moon as a lifelong dance between freedom and belonging. The dialogue moves through the Cancer–Capricorn polarity, mother/father archetypes, relationship dynamics, and the importance of guiding others toward self-care rather than dependency. Throughout, the Cancer Full Moon is framed as an invitation to come home—to the body, to the land, to emotional truth, and to the ancestral lineages that shape us. A central thread of the episode is grief, soul family, blood family, and healing during Jupiter in Cancer, including stories of profound loss, ancestral visitation, health crises, and acts of care that reveal how growth can arrive through tenderness as much as abundance. Jeff and Anastasia reflect on death through a queer lens and death as a sacred threshold, discussing astrology's role in understanding the spirit realm, the 8th/12th house, and ritual approaches to dying that reconnect modern culture with ancient practices. Anastasia shares her vision for community-based death care, including the Desert Death Care Network and monthly Death Cafes in Joshua Tree, while both emphasize the necessity of self-nourishment for caretakers and healers. The conversation closes with practical rituals, listener reflections, and an invitation to use the final months of Jupiter in Cancer to honor ancestors, tend home and body, and prepare—individually and collectively—for the times ahead. Cosmic Cousins Links Newsletter 6-Month Online Fools Tarot Journey Mentorship Deep Dive Astrology Readings Tarot Soul Journey  Cosmic Cousins Substack & Memberships Intro & Outro Music by:  Felix III

Being the source of your own comfort supports your commitment to going forward in discovery over fear. Brave experimentation and a quickening of new ways of being are on approach. Letting go of what's too heavy to take with you allows you to evolve rapidly into a new era.

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