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  This week, Mercury is the star of the show, making a high-flying (deep diving?) conjunction with the Sun, ruling the Gemini New Moon, and making aspects to imaginative Neptune and introspective Pluto. April concludes her series of mini-lessons on Saturn in Aries by reviewing Saturn in aspect to natal planets. Plus: Awkward misunderstandings, moving the air around, and a tough daddy! 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 [1:14] Mercury sextiles Neptune (May 26, 1:37 pm PDT) at 1º46' Gemini-Aries. Before you extend your hand in friendship, clarify your terms. T [3:07] Moon Report! The Gemini New Moon (May 26, 8:02 pm PDT, through June 20) is at 6°05' Gemini. The spirit of the Gemini season is about movement and gatherings. Catch up with siblings and neighbors.  [6:40] This is the New Moon in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that will unfold over the coming three years. The First Quarter (first action point) in this LPFC is on Feb. 24, 2026, the Full Moon (awareness point) is on Nov. 24, 2026, and the Last Quarter (final action point) is on Aug. 24, 2027. [9:15] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On May 26 (6:52 am PDT), the Moon in Taurus makes a conjunction with Uranus. It's VOC for 3 hours 29 minutes, then enters Gemini (10:21 am PDT). Embrace your quirkiness, and celebrate what makes you unique. [10:19] On May 28 (6:01 am PDT), the Moon in Gemini conjuncts Jupiter. It's VOC for 4 hours 32 minutes, then enters Cancer (10:33 am PDT). Focus on the bright side and discover something new in your own town. [11:29] On May 30 (9:50 am PDT), the Moon in Cancer sextiles Uranus. It's VOC for 3 hours, 27 minutes, and enters Leeeeoooo (1:17 pm PDT). Peek out of your shell, reach out and connect through sharing. [13:02] The Moon in Leo sextiles Jupiter in Gemini (June 1, 4:38 pm PDT). It's VOC for 3 hours 22 minutes, then enters Virgo (8:00 pm PDT). Have fun and play with friends or family. [14:23] Mercury trines Pluto (May 27, 10:56 am PDT) at 3º41' Gemini-Aquarius. Revisit plans that were made between March 5-April 20, you may be ready to complete them now. [16:28] On May 29 (9:13 pm PDT), Mercury conjoins the Sun at 9º01' Gemini on the Sabian symbol 10 Gemini, An airplane falling or An airplane performing a nose dive. A planet within 17' of arc with the Sun is called cazimi, which means “in the heart of the Sun.” Mercury cazimi offers moments of mental clarity. The cazimi period falls between May 29 (3:44 pm PDT) and May 30 (2:41 am PDT) and is a powerful time to deliver a message. [18:24] Mini-lesson on Saturn in Aries in aspect to the planets in a chart. Check out Episode 290 for a mini-lesson on transiting Saturn in Aries and Episode 291 for a mini-lesson on Saturn in Aries moving through the houses of the horoscope. (If things like aspects are a little bit difficult for you, order a Steven Forrest Sky Bundle, which includes a Sky Log report, from my online store.) [19:19] Saturn aspecting your natal Sun. [20:53] Saturn aspecting your natal Moon. [21:47] Saturn aspecting your natal Mercury. [23:08] Saturn aspecting your natal Venus. [24:02] Saturn aspects your natal Mars. [24:58] Saturn aspecting your natal Jupiter. [25:44] Saturn aspecting your natal Saturn. [26:38] Saturn aspecting your natal Uranus. [27:19] Saturn aspecting your natal Neptune. [28:14] Saturn aspecting your natal Pluto. [29:01] Saturn aspecting your lunar nodes. [29:47] Saturn aspecting the Ascendant. [30:48] Saturn aspecting the Midheaven. [31:38] Saturn aspecting your natal Chiron. [32:26] That's a wrap on the three-part mini lessons on Saturn entering Aries. For more, check out April's books Astrological Transits and The Essential Guide to Practical Astrology. [32:55] If you'd like 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! [33:33] 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.

It's a busy week in the big sky as the Sun kicks off its Gemini season with aspects to Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto. Gemini's ruler, Mercury, comes together with Uranus, follows the Sun into Gemini, and then reports to Saturn for a reality check. The cosmic lovers Venus and Mars throw out passionate sparks and the Last Quarter Moon in Aquarius is on a pivotal degree that shows karmic resolution in the air. Saturn leaves the turbulent waters of Pisces for the fires of Aries, and a mini-lesson on what Saturn in Aries means for the houses of your horoscope. Plus: Peacocks parading, brownies dancing, and authoring your own story! 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 [1:38] The Sun sextiles Saturn (May 20, 2:38 am PDT) at 29º37' Taurus-Pisces. Sabian symbols: Saturn, 30 Pisces, A rock formation like a face is idealized by a boy who, as he grows up, begins to look like it. The Sun, 30 Taurus, A peacock parading on an ancient lawn. Superficial displays of grandeur and success will not impress. [3:49] Moon Report! The Aquarius Last Quarter Moon (May 20, 4:59 am PDT), is at the critical degrees of 29º43' Aquarius-Taurus. Long-running cycles draw to a close; make decisive efforts to wrap them up.  [6:08] This is the Last Quarter (last action point) in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began on Feb. 19, 2023 at a 1º22' Pisces New Moon. This continues the First Quarter (first action point) in this LPFC on Nov. 20, 2023, and the Full Moon (awareness point) on Aug. 19, 2024. [7:41] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On May 20 (4:59 am PDT), the Moon in Aquarius squares the Sun in Taurus. It's VOC for 29 minutes, and then enters Pisces (5:28 am PDT). Find your own way, even if it means going against the crowd. [8:40] On May 22 (9:06 am PDT), the Moon in Pisces conjoins Saturn. It's VOC for 20 minutes, then enters Aries (9:26 am PDT). Create healthy boundaries. [9:40] On May 24 (4:44 am PDT), the Moon in Aries sextiles Jupiter, is VOC for 5 hours 54 minutes, then enters Taurus (10:38 am PDT).  [11:10] The Sun enters Gemini (May 20, 11:55 am PDT), initiating a solar season of curiosity, adaptability, restlessness, and a hunger for knowledge and light-hearted connections. [13:00] On May 22 (12:42 am PDT), Venus trines Mars (15º59' Aries-Leo). Venus is on 16 Aries, Brownies dancing in the setting Sun, and Mars is on 16 Leo, Sunshine just after a storm.  [14:55] The Sun sextiles Neptune (May 22, 5:40 am PDT) at 1º40' Gemini- Aries. Sabian symbols: the Sun, 2 Gemini, Santa Claus filling stockings furtively, and Neptune, 2 Aries, A comedian entertaining a group. Inspiration is only meaningful when it fuels genuine growth. [17:38] The Sun trines Pluto (May 24, 8:55 am PDT) 3º43' Gemini-Aquarius. Clarify your message, clean up your mental and social environments, and emerge lighter and clearer. [19:36] Mercury conjoins Uranus on May 24 (4:15 pm PDT, 27º42' Taurus). Give voice to your inner rebel.  [21:12] On May 24 (8:36 pm PDT), Saturn enters Aries (through April 2028) for its first visit since 1996. Stop making excuses and take full ownership of your life.  Check out Episode 290 for a mini-lesson on Saturn in Aries. If you were born with Saturn in Aries between April 1996-Feb. 1999, you'll have your first Saturn return. If you were born with Saturn in Aries between 1967-1969, you'll have your second Saturn return. These are important milestones, and you might want to check in for a reading with April to talk more about what it means for you. [24:00] Mercury enters Gemini on May 25 (5:59 pm PDT, through June 8). Mercury in Gemini thrives on variety and stimulation, moving around from place to place, and it's an excellent period for brainstorming, for exploring new perspectives, and engaging in light chat. [25:01] Mercury sextiles Saturn on May 25 (6:45 pm PDT) at 00°04' of Gemini-Aries. Clarify goals and look for early messages about Saturn in Aries. [26:18] Mini-lesson: Transiting Saturn in the Houses. The Aries house(s) of your birth chart tells what areas of life will offer the opportunity for you make the world look the way you want it to look and set helpful boundaries. [28:00] Transiting Saturn in the first house. [28:50] Transiting Saturn in the second house. [30:14] Transiting Saturn in the third house. [31:14] Transiting Saturn in the fourth house. [32:20] Transiting Saturn in the fifth house. [33:53] Transiting Saturn in the sixth house. [34:37] Transiting Saturn in the seventh house. [35:46] Transiting Saturn in the eighth house. [36:28] Transiting Saturn in the ninth house. [37:05] Transiting Saturn in the tenth house. [37:53] Transiting Saturn in the eleventh house. [38:51] Transiting Saturn in the twelfth house. [39:28] Next week, April covers transiting Saturn in aspect with the planets in a chart. Listener questions return the week of June 2. If you'd like 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! [40:06] 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.

Ronan Lyons, author of the Daft.ie rent report and professor of economics at Trinity College Dublin, discusses the latest rental price report showing the largest increases in 20-years.

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The Dodgers shocked the baseball world with the DFA of their longest-tenured position player, Austin Barnes, this week. DT hosts Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas react to the decision to bring top prospect Dalton Rushing up to the show. Southern California News Group beat writer Bill Plunkett joins the show to discuss the latest with Roki Sasaki, LA's first quarter of the 2025 season, and more! Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at https://hofbets.com Subscribe to Dodgers Territory on YouTube!Rate and review our podcast on Apple and Spotify!

Bob and Charlie Furbush are joined by Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer live at T-Mobile Park to get an update on Logan Gilbert’s recovery ahead of the Mariners game against the Yankees, they break down what has stood out to them from the first quarter of the Mariners season, and they discuss what can be done to help the Mariners struggling pitching rotation. 

In this episode of Meet the Inspired, the team takes a look back at some of the biggest highlights from the first quarter of the year. They're joined by Bryce [Last Name], a passionate referee who brings the excitement of the State Basketball Tournament to life, and Vanessa Campos, the powerhouse behind the 2025 Polar Plunge, who shares all the behind-the-scenes wins that made this year's event a success. Don't miss these inspiring conversations and stories that celebrate the spirit of Special Olympics Illinois!Did you enjoy this episode? Make sure to like and subscribe!Follow Special Olympics Illinois on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpecialOlympicsIllinois Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialolympicsillinois/ X: https://x.com/SO_Illinois

Joe Sheehan joins Eno and DVR to discuss dropping the skepticism around the Tigers as AL Central frontrunners, where credit (and blame) belong with the 2025 Giants, over-performing teams they expect to see fade from the playoff picture over the course of the season, and under-performing teams they believe will find their way into the playoffs. Plus, the lack of top-end results from Jordan Walker despite top-end bat speed, and a few selections for summer breakouts.Rundown5:30 Should We Believe in the Tigers?12:41 The 'Bustarhan' Giants Are Pretty Good21:18 Best Teams Today That Won't Make the Playoffs This Season25:15 Is the Guardians' Pitching Development Fading?30:57 2025 Playoffs Teams with Worst Record on May 13th?39:41 Why Are Teams Reluctant to Make 'Early' Trades?46:12 Jordan Walker: Top-End Bat Speed, Without Top-End Results53:32 Who Is Your Favorite Breakout On Tap This Summer?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Joe on Bluesky: @sheehannewsletter.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Joe SheehanProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has selected new companies to join its effort to build a secure network of military and commercial communication satellites. The US Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) has selected Auria Space and Sphinx Defense to each develop and deploy a secure, cloud-based Joint Antenna Marketplace (JAM) prototype. X-Bow Systems has raised $105 million in a Series B Funding Round, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Susanne Hake, Maxar US Government General Manager. You can connect with Susanne on LinkedIn, and learn more about Maxar on their website. Selected Reading Hybrid Space Communications Network Leverages Commercial Technology Space Systems Command Advances Dynamic Satellite Operations Through Joint Antenna Marketplace- Space Systems Command X-Bow Systems Announces Final Closing of Over $105 Million Series B Funding to Deliver State-of-the-Art Defense Technologies at Speed and Scale AST SpaceMobile Provides Business Update and First Quarter 2025 Results Q-KON and Rivada Partner to Bring Outernet Connectivity to Africa Space Development Agency, University of North Dakota Announce Educational Partnership Agreement Hungary's Return to Space as A Nation's Ambition is Reignited After 45 Years - Hungarian Conservative T-Minus Crew Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bump and Stacy are joined by Jason Churchill of Prospect Insider to discuss what he’s seen in the first quarter of the Mariners season and Julio’s strange start, they answer your questions about some rookie running backs in the NFL and the Seahawks releasing River Cracraft in Four Down Territory, they hear a wild clip of Survivor host Jeff Prosbt doing Mariners play by play in 1991 in The Timeline, and they look back on some of the best sibling athletes of all time. 

T.J. asks Zack a number of questions about the first quarter of the Guardians season, including most disappointing, biggest surprise, MVP and biggest "hear me out."We hope you'll consider joining our exclusive Guardians community of fans in our Discord, you'll get an ADDITIONAL episode per week, all for supporting the show for $5 per month at Patreon.com/SelbyIsGodcastListeners get $20 off their first ticket purchase at SEATGEEK with the promo code: SELBY.

Reserve your Road Trip package: https://shop.soxmachine.com/products/pittsburgh-road-trip-108ing-packagePre-order Road Trip gear: https://fromthe108.bigcartel.com/productsRundown[Intro] Tim Elko made his MLB debut this weekend and has a big moment hitting a key three-run homer to help the White Sox win on Sunday. He shares what the experiences were like, and manager Will Venable provides a glimpse into his thought process of how future lineups will look with Elko in the fold. [8:44] White Sox bench coach Walker McKinven comments about the first quarter performance. [12:29] James Fegan and Jim Margalus join the show to comment about Elko's future role[18:43] First Quarter Grade: Offense[25:14] First Quarter Grade: Pitching[31:02] First Quarter Grade: Defense[37:16] First Quarter Grade: Coaching[44:12] Series Preview: Cincinnati Reds[52:42] Around MLB: The dumpster fire that's the Colorado Rockies

This week: A powerful and magical Scorpio Full Moon. Mercury has a volatile square off with Mars and Pluto. The Sun joins forces with unpredictable Uranus, and the week ends on a high note as Jupiter interacts with the lunar nodes. And April offers a mini-lesson on transiting Saturn going into Aries next week! Plus: A fairy rabbit, groping shellfish, and mature romance!   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 [1:14] Moon Report! The Scorpio Full Moon (May 12, 9:56 am PDT, 22º12' Scorpio-Taurus) illuminations tension and instability around resources and security, self-worth. The Sabian symbol for the Moon, 23 Scorpio, A rabbit metamorphosed into a fairy, illustrates the transformational symbolism of Scorpio's modern ruler, Pluto. The Sun is on the Sabian symbol 23 Taurus, A jewelry shop. It's a time to dig deep, to train your instincts, and to allow yourself to evolve. [3:29] Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC). This is the Full Moon (awareness point) in an LPFC that began at the New Moon on Nov. 13, 2023 at 20º43' Scorpio. The First Quarter (first action point) in this LPFC was on Aug. 12, 2024, and the Last Quarter (last action point) comes on Feb. 9, 2026. [4:50] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On May 12 (11:37 pm PDT), the Moon in Scorpio trines Saturn. It's VOC for 1 hour 58 minutes, and enters Sagittarius on May 13 (1:35 am PDT). Appreciate the gift of work and have faith in the transformational power of doing it well. [6:12] On May 15 (11:28 am PDT), the Moon in Sagittarius squares Saturn. It's VOC for 1 hour 30 minutes, then enters Capricorn (12:58 pm). Replace negative feelings with emotional resilience and a sense of duty. [7:05] On May 17 (9:27 pm PDT), the Moon in Capricorn sextiles Saturn. It's VOC for 1 hour 2 minutes, then enters Aquarius (10:29 pm PDT). Show wise stewardship of both personal and business responsibilities. [8:08] Mercury squares Pluto (May 12, 10:23 am PDT) at 3º48' Taurus-Aquarius. When these two planets are square, expect major developments, dramatic market shifts, communication breakdowns, big travel disruptions, or uncomfortable truths that emerge. Mercury's Sabian symbol is 4 Taurus, The rainbow's pot of gold. Pluto's symbol is 4 Aquarius, A Hindu healer.  [11:09] The Sun conjoins Uranus (May 17, 4:32 pm PDT) at 27º17' Taurus on the Sabian symbol 28 Taurus, A woman pursued by mature romance. The Sun with Uranus challenges us to evolve, often through unexpected shifts. Some will find this transit invigorating and freeing; for others, it's uncomfortable. Embrace what makes you unique and explore that in new ways. [13:05] Mercury squares Mars (May 17, 9:36 pm PDT) at 13º53' Taurus-Leo. Communication might get a little sharp or even cut off entirely. Choose words carefully. Mercury's Sabian symbol is 14 Taurus, Shellfish groping and children playing. Mars' symbol is 14 Leo, The human soul awaiting opportunity for expression. This aspect challenges us to speak with intention, to think clearly, act decisively, and speak truth. [16:25] Jupiter squares the lunar nodes at 25º05' Gemini, Pisces, and Virgo on May 18 (11:46 am PDT). Appreciate messages that say you are moving in the right direction.  Use what you know to move you in new directions. Jupiter's Sabian symbol is 26 Gemini, Winter frost in the woods. The North Node is on the Sabian symbol 26 Pisces, A New Moon that divides its influences. The South Node is on the Sabian symbol 26 Virgo, A boy with a sensor. [19:24] A mini-lesson: A general introduction to what we can expect Saturn to teach us while it's in Aries. In Episode 291, we'll look at Saturn in Aries moving through the houses of the horoscope, and then in Episode 292, a quick look at Saturn in aspect to the planets in your birth chart. [20:30] Saturn takes about 29 years to make a complete circuit of the zodiac, and it spends about two and a half years in each sign. Saturn will be in Aries through Sep. 1, 2025, retrograde back into Pisces until Feb. 13, 2026, then returns to Aries until April 12, 2028. Transits of Saturn describe periods when we're challenged to become more mature, wiser, and more disciplined. [21:45] April's book, Astrological Transits, is an excellent source of information, and she quoted from this book during this episode. [25:57] Saturn was last in Aries between April 7,1996-June 8, 1998 and and Oct. 25, 1998-Feb. 28, 1999. If you were born then, you'll be having your first Saturn return. And if you were born between March 3 1967-April 29 1969, you will be having your second Saturn return. The Saturn return is when transiting Saturn returns to its exact position in your birth chart. You'll review issues related to your maturity, achievement, career, and status.  [26:54] Differences between first and second Saturn returns. [27:45] As Saturn moves into a new sign, we learn to step up our collective societal game and to take responsibility for a new area of society. Saturn in Aries moving through your personal horoscope can show the area or areas of your life where you are personally called to these challenges. Saturn in aspect to your personal planets symbolize the parts of your personality that will be called into service. [28:45] April will return to listener questions in a couple of weeks. If you'd like 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! [29:54] 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.

The United States can't get enough of New Zealand beef for its burgers as it has a cattle shortage following droughts, and the U.K is also importing more meat. Reporter Sally Wenley reports.

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There is a lot going on this spring in the e=h world! Join Cameron Vivanco, e=h cofounder, and Jorge Luis Rodriguez, her Ecuadorian coworker, as they take a look at what has happened this first quarter of the year and what is to come.

00:00 Intro01:19 China Says It's Evaluating Trade Talks with US02:58 US Closes Loophole for Cheap Parcels from China04:35 Reactions to the End of De Minimis Exemption05:53 Trump Celebrates $8 Trillion in US Investment06:38 Chinese Firms Open Factories in US to Avoid Tariffs07:48 White House Provides More Details on Ukraine Minerals Deal10:10 Trump: Buyers of Iranian Oil Could Face Sanctions10:42 Vance: 1st 100 Days Mark Start of 'Industrial Renaissance'13:22 US Seeks to Enforcement on China's IP Theft14:19 House Dem Calls Attention to CCP Threat Amid Funding Push15:01 EU Regulator Fines TikTok $600M Over Data Protection16:33 US Economy Shrinks 0.3% in First Quarter

LISTEN HERE https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speaking TO THIS WEEK'S ASTRO NEWS YOU CAN USE PODCAST WITH SHERI HORN HASAN! This podcast, which drops May 2, discusses the intensity of this Taurus New Moon waxing cycle, as well as what's happening since Venus entered Mars-ruled Aries April 30. With Venus in the sign of the warrior until June 6 & Pluto in Aquarius seemingly fuh-evah, is it time to fight for the values we hold dearest?  First we recount the multitude of events leading up to the April 26 Mars/Pluto exact opposition, & since the Taurus New Moon squared the Mars/Pluto opposition on April 27. And how these fit the Mars resistance against attempts by those who seek power over others, & the current themes of both empowerment & disempowerment.We note how, with President Donald Trump's popularity sinking in the polls, how his & his government's disempowering actions against immigrants, federal workers, universities, etc. (read: Pluto), have driven people out onto the streets in protest all across the U.S. (read: Mars.)We look also at some of the other horrific events as we waxed toward the April 26 exact Mars/Pluto opposition & the April 27 Taurus New Moon which carries the energy of these aspect. You know, stuff like the April 22 massacre of 26 people, most of them tourists, in the disputed region of Kashmir which has brought two nuclear powers—India & Pakistan—to the brink of war. Then there's the Iranian port explosion & fire from April 26 that killed at least 70 people and injured over 1,200 others, according to Iranian state media reports. Of course, April 26 was also the day Pope Francis was laid to rest, an event at which U.S. & Ukrainian presidents Donald Trump & Volodymyr Zelensky sat down together to confirm a minerals deal. That meeting seems to have resolved the tension between the two which began during their last, extremely contentious, Oval Office meeting in Washington February 28.Also, we take a deeper dive into the chart of Virginia Giuffre, the sex trafficked victim of Jeffrey Epstein & Ghislaine Maxwell, & what was triggered in her natal chart that led to her death by suicide on April 25. Hint: This involves the triggering by transit of her natal Mars/Pluto square, so tune in for more!We take a deep dive as well into the far-reaching meaning of this Taurus New Moon's waxing square of the Leo Moon to the Taurus Sun May 4 and how it asks us all to stand our ground. Combined with Pluto's station retrograde in Aquarius May 4, we can grasp the deeper meaning of getting in touch with our deepest reservoirs of self-empowerment based on what our soul knows to be our truest values.We're watching too, the transiting conjunction of Uranus to fixed star Algol, exact this week as we watch to see who's head is going to fall next. Seems that Mike Walz, Trump's national security advisor, is the most recent as he takes the fall for Signal-gate back when DoD Secretary's classified information about the U.S. bombing of Yemen was accidentally exposed to both a journalist, and to the defense secretary's wife. So far, he's only been demoted to ambassador to the United Nations (pending confirmation), but we're watching this space to see who—if anyone—is next…K, be sure to join us at  https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speaking for all this Astro News You Can Use, as well as the upcoming square of transiting Jupiter to the transiting nodal axis. As Jupiter in Gemini creates a mutable T-square to the Virgo South Node & the Pisces North Node, will we see increased tension between those who maintain a hubristic king-like arrogance & those who demand a greater sense of morality & justice from a despot wannabe? It would seem obvious to sky watchers at this point that abuse of the legal system here in the U.S. cannot be tolerated as mothers of 1 & 2 & 4 year-old children (including one with cancer) are faced with the choice between being deported alone or with their children. Or, in some documented cases, no choice at all, as in the case of the one year-old separated from his deported mother while still being breastfed. Join us for the latest news from the courts decisions defying the U.S. Government's disregard & disrespect for due process & the rule of law as set down in the U.S. Constitution. These forbid future deportations based on assumptions rather than facts without allowing one to exercise one's day in court. We review as well a federal Trump-appointed judge who ruled against using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport people because the U.S. IS NOT AT WAR WITH ANOTHER NATION.Tune in to find out additional astro details about how how Americans are standing their ground! See you then! Namaste…

This episode has a large news slate: U.S. Economy Shrank During 2025's First Quarter, Tesla denies planned exec shakeup, and Bankers Denounce 110-hour weeks. QOFTW: Rapid Fire https://www.instagram.com/delano.saporu/?hl=en. Connect with me here also: https://newstreetadvisorsgroup.com/social/. Want to support the show? Feel free to do so here! https://anchor.fm/delano-saporu4/support. Thank you for listening.

The U.S. economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025. The slowdown has raised concerns about a potential recession later in the year. President Donald Trump says these first quarter numbers are leftover from President Joe Biden's administration. The Trump administration's tariffs, announced in April, are expected to impact economic growth further. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 1, 2025 ~ Dr. Timothy Nash, Director of the McNair Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship at Northwood University discusses the GDP shrinking in the first quarter of this year.

Plus: U.S. stocks drop after the release of the GDP data. Hiring in the U.S. private sector slowed in April. And the eurozone economy grew at a faster pace than the U.S. for the first time in almost three years. Zoe Kuhlkin hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commerce Depart says the United States economy as measured by the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) shrank in the first quarter of the year by 0.3%, first time in three years. There was a surge in imports as companies tried to stock up before the President Donald Trump's high tariffs take effect. We get reaction from President Trump at a Cabinet meeting at the White House and from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY); Senate is expected to pass a resolution to disapprove of the national emergency declaration the president is using as the legal basis for the global tariffs; U.S. Customs & Border Protection Commissioner nominee Rodney Scott testifies before the Senate Finance Committee, asked about allegations he helped cover-up the death of an immigrant in Border Patrol Custody in 2010; Supreme Court hears oral argument in a case from Oklahoma about the constitutionality of states supporting religious charter schools. We talk with Washington Post Education Reporter Laura Meckler. (40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the U.S. economy has been shrinking.

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Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Joe Cavatoni, Market Strategist for North America at the World Gold Council, to discuss the key findings and insights from the Gold Demand Trends Report for the first quarter of 2025. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 29, 2025 ~ Tesla has experienced a significant drop in sales and stock value during the first quarter of 2025. The Detroit News auto columnist Henry Payne joins Lloyd, Jamie, and Chris Renwick to talk about raising concerns about Tesla's current performance and challenges the company faces beyond internal management.

This week, the skies are quieter than they've been recently, but what is coming our way is fairly loud and dynamic. Venus enters independent Aries, then makes a conjunction with Neptune. Pluto stations retrograde right after a very energetic First Quarter Moon in Leeeeooooo. And a listener question about the opposition aspect. Plus: Speed dating, seizing the spotlight, and a fiery plunge!   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 [1:17] Venus enters Aries on April 30 (10:16 am PDT, until June 5); look for connections to Feb.3 and March 27, when Venus previously visited the first degree of Aries. Venus in Aries likes to move fast, might be prone to impulse shopping, and likes the thrill of the romantic chase. [4:21] Venus conjoins Neptune at 1º08' Aries (May 2, 10:07 am PDT). Look for connections to Feb. 1 (Venus direct) and March 27 (Venus Rx), when Venus previously conjoined Neptune, especially related to relationships and finances. [7:27] Moon Report! The First Quarter Moon in Leeeeoo is on May 4 (6:52 am PDT) at 14°21' Leo and Taurus. This is the phase to take action towards those New Moon goals from the April 27 Taurus New Moon. The Moon is on Sabian symbol 15 Leo, A pageant, so celebrate a little bit, throw a party, go dancing! [9:05] This is the First Quarter phase (first action point) in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began with the New Moon on Aug. 4, 2024, at 12º34' Leo. The Full Moon (awareness point) of this LPFC is on Feb. 1, 2026, and the Last Quarter Moon (final action point) on Nov. 1, 2026. [10:25] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On April 28 (10:18 pm PDT), the Moon in Taurus sextiles Venus in Pisces. It's VOC for 1 hour, 16 minutes, and then enters Gemini (11:34 pm PDT). Make it part of your daily routine to enjoy a little time out, relaxation, and indulgence, especially if you tend to work hard and not take enough time for yourself. [11:32] On April 30 (8:49 pm PDT), the Moon in Gemini squares Saturn in Pisces. It's VOC for 3 hours, 34 minutes, and then enters Cancer on May 1 (12:23 am PDT). Use this VOC Moon period to think about how we can use any recent setbacks, obstacles, or rejections to improve communication, and that means listening as well.  Work hard on developing communication skills that are a little bit sensitive and intuitive, as opposed to just coming from the mind, coming from the heart as well. [12:55] On May 3 (1:02 am PDT), the Moon in Cancer trines Saturn in Pisces. It's VOC for 3 hours, 27 minutes, and then enters Leo (4:29 am PDT). If you are awake, use this VOC period to develop a solid work routine. Because in doing that, your emotions will be more stable, your confidence will get a boost, which will increase the respect you receive from others. [14:14] Pluto stations retrograde (May 4, 8:27 am PDT, until Oct. 13) at 3º49' Aquarius. With Pluto is still being opposed by Mars in Leo, this is not a quiet descent into the underworld, it's more like a fiery plunge. Pluto stations on the Sabian symbol 4 Aquarius, A Hindu healer. Pluto heals through burning away whatever has been holding us back from being our true selves. [16:16] Listener Anna asks about the opposition aspect in astrology. [22:16] If you'd like 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! [23:18] 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.

This is your afternoon All Local update on April 28, 2025.

This week, Peacock added how many subscribers?! Nielsen Ratings Show Notes Comcast stock drops as investors balk at weakness in broadband Charter Loses 181,000 Pay TV Customers in First Quarter of 2025 / Charter Loses 60,000 Internet Subs in Q1 Comcast president bemoans broadband customer losses: “We are not winning” - Ars Technica Sources: YouTube TV, Amazon, WBD bidding on mini-NFL rights package for 2025 Max Launches Extra Member Add-On For $7.99/mo. Across Subscription Tiers In The U.S. | Pressroom Hallmark Content Like ‘The Way Home' & ‘When Calls The Heart' Moving Off Peacock At Month's End Recommendations Gifted and Talented by Olivie Blake Andor, season 2 Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remastered Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

In this episode of the Fayetteville Fire Podcast Captain Stephen Shakeshaft talks with our very own Fayetteville Fire Chief Kevin Dove about the first quarter report of 2025.

This episode analyzes the recently released first-quarter financial results and their potential implications for investors with different time horizons. We break down how short-term market reactions to earnings reports might differ from the long-term fundamental outlook. Understanding your investment time horizon is crucial in determining how to interpret quarterly results and stay aligned with your overall financial goals.

In this quarterly market recap, Matt Reustle turns the mic on Eric to analyze the tumultuous market environment of Q1 2025. They discuss the significant market downturn following the implementation of unexpected tariff policies, with the S&P down over 8% and Nasdaq down 12.5% by mid-April. Eric provides insights into how surprisingly high tariff announcements completely upended market expectations, the bond market's volatile reaction, and potential implications for corporate earnings and economic growth. The conversation explores the complex relationship between the US and China, concerns about capital flight, the Fed's challenging position between inflation and growth concerns, and how political decisions are creating unprecedented uncertainty in global markets. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:04) First Quarter 2025 Market Recap (00:02:10) Market Reactions and Expectations (00:07:09) Tariffs and Trade Tensions (00:08:51) Impact on Global Trade and Economy (00:21:14) China's Role and Market Dynamics (00:24:31) The US-China Economic Strategy (00:25:10) Trump's Tariff Tactics (00:26:50) The Federal Reserve's Focus (00:28:11) Impact of Tariffs on Inflation (00:29:53) Negotiation Strategies and Global Trade (00:32:52) Market Reactions and Investor Strategies (00:41:32) Private Credit and Equity Concerns (00:43:14) Political Shifts and Tariff Policies (00:44:16) Future Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wood Mackenzie's 18th Solar and Energy Storage summit is back, in Denver this week. If you can't make it, don't worry – we have all the debate and key insight you need to know here on the podcast.Recorded live on day 1 of the summit, host Sylvia Leyva Martinez talks to four industry leaders in solar and storage to answer these questions:Can the U.S. solar industry keep up with demand amid trade wars and policy chaos? Discussing this is David Carroll, ENGIE's Chief Renewables Officer. He warns that policy uncertainty and tariff whiplash are stalling U.S. solar investment. Sylvia and David look at sodium-ion batteries; are they a safer option? Plus, more domestic energy storage is needed amid growing calls for stable tax credit policy to meet growing electricity demand. A must-hear for developers navigating today's volatile energy landscape.What about VPPS? Can they scale fast enough to provide a real alternative? Answering this is Sarah Noll, She shares insights on regulatory challenges, customer trust, and tech adoption, showing how the Arizona Public Service is turning grid flexibility into a real growth strategy.Are storage operators leaving millions on the table because they don't understand their own batteries? That's the big question Shyam Srinivasan, CEO of Zitara, answers with Sylvia. He reveals how poor software integration is holding back storage performance. As storage scales rapidly, Shyam stresses the need for better diagnostics and real-time decision tools to optimise revenue, reliability, and resilience - especially in merchant markets.Finally, Samantha Frisk from Pivot energy sits down with Sylvia to look at models for community solar development. Sam explains how early engagement, local benefits like agrivoltaics, and trusted partnerships can turn sceptical communities into solar advocates - proving clean energy can uplift as well as decarbonise.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dallas-based Southwest Airlines reported a loss of $149-million in the first quarter which still beat Wall Street expectations. CEO Bob Jordan told KRLD's David Johnson they are pulling back in some areas because of a drop off in domestic leisure travel.

Plus: stocks rally on optimism from White House on tariff negotiations. And Verizon says it won't pay for the costs of tariffs on smartphones, but shoppers will. Anthony Bansie hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All it took was one person saying the trade war between the U.S. and China is "unsustainable" and Wall Street soared.  This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 22nd day of April, thanks for being with us.  So, who said "unsustainable"?  None other than Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent who later predicted it will all end soon.  In other news, First Quarter numbers look awful for Tesla and why. The International Monetary Fund has weighed in on the Trump Tariffs. Have a student loan in default? It will be turned in for collection. We've got the Wall Street Report and as tourism declines in the U.S. due to the trade policies of the Trump Administration….Disney will be impacted. But it is the U.S. towns on the border with Canada who are right now suffering.  Let's go… Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Word on Pop Culture's Julian Spivey shares his favorite Americana and country music tracks from the year so far...

Film LA has released a new report showing that L.A. location shoots dropped by 22% in the first quarter of 2025. KFI's Heather Brooker (@theheatherbrooker) spoke with Philip Sokoloski from Film LA to get a closer look at the data and what it means for industry workers. 

Official data shows China's economy expanded 5.4 percent in the first quarter on a yearly basis, reaching over 31.8 trillion yuan or more than 4.3 trillion US dollars.

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Anna discusses Speaker Mike Johnson's big first quarter, having raised $32.2 million. Plus, what to watch this week on President Donald Trump and the world markets. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Mercury enters Aries and Mars enters Leeeeeeooooo; a very intense Aquarius Last Quarter Moon; the Sun enters the lush, tranquil pastures of Taurus, but the peace is interrupted when Mars charges into the field. Since it's such a busy week, April will forego answering a listener question, but that segment returns next week, so send your questions to april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com and put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. 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 [1:45] Mercury enters Aries (April 15, 11:25 pm PDT) and will be in this sign until May 10. Mercury in Aries is excellent for dealing with situations that require quick decisions, decisiveness, and the courage to speak your mind. [4:17] Mercury conjoins Neptune (April 16, 9:11 pm PDT) at 00º38' Aries. Great for translating visions into a form that others can understand. Neptune is also associated with escapism, and lends sensitivity to other people and to content that you consume. [6:48] Mars moves into glamorous Leo on April 17 (9:21 pm PDT). Mars previously went into Leo on Nov. 3, 2024, eventually turned retrograde and entered Cancer on Jan. 6, where it's been ever since. It will be in Leo until June 17. Promote yourself and your ideas, and revisit any projects that you started back in late 2024.  [9:06] The Sun enters Taurus (April 19, 12:56 pm PDT, through May 20). Count your blessings, contemplate what is needed for stability, pleasure, and abundance. [11:30] Mars trines Neptune (April 19, 3:53 pm PDT) at 00°44' Leo-Aries. Help the disadvantaged, cheer the despondent, incorporate spiritual and artistic influences. Help others, not just yourself. [13:25] Venus, the planetary ruler of Taurus, sextiles Uranus (April 20, 11:20 am PDT) at 25º45' Pisces-Taurus. This is the last of three sextile aspects between Venus-Uranus (the others were Jan. 26, April 7). In any kind of relationship, it's important to have freedom, our own friends, interests, and money. [15:36] Mercury sextiles Pluto on April 20 (2:39 pm PDT) at 3º46' Aries-Aquarius. Channel the intense mental energy of this combination into constructive, healing, and empowering activities. [17:30] The Sun squares Mars (April 20, 6:34 pm PDT) at 1º12' Taurus-Leo. This can be motivating, but tempers might be flaring. Try not to take things personally and hold grudges. The Sun's Sabian symbol at this square is 2 Taurus, An electrical storm, Mars is on 2 Leo, An epidemic of mumps.  [20:11] Moon Report! The Aquarius Last Quarter Moon (April 20, 6:36 pm PDT) is at 1º12' Aquarius-Taurus, on Sabian symbols 2 Aquarius, An unexpected thunderstorm and 2 Taurus, An electrical storm. This is a highly charged and energetic Last Quarter Moon, marked by this T-square between the Moon and Pluto in Aquarius, Mars in Leo, and the Sun in Taurus. T-squares are motivating, but they can also be quite frustrating. Last Quarter Moons push us to complete the goals of the previous New Moon, in this case the Aries Solar Eclipse on March 29. [24:09] This is the Last Quarter (final action point) in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began with a New Moon on Jan. 21, 2023, at 1º32' Aquarius. The First Quarter (first action point) in this LPFC was on Oct. 21, 2023, and the Full Moon (awareness point) was on July 21, 2024. [26:08] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On April 15 (7:24 pm PDT), the Moon in Scorpio trines Mercury in Pisces. It's VOC for just 13 minutes, and then enters Sagittarius (7:37 pm PDT). Take this very short VOC Moon period to initiate a habit of saying good things to yourself and to others. [27:34] On April 18 (4:38 am PDT), the Moon in Sagittarius trines the Sun in Aries. It's VOC for 2 hours, 34 minutes, then enters Capricorn (7:12 am PDT). Have fun and laugh, even in trying times. [28:34] On oh, so busy April 20 (10:21 am PDT), the Moon in Capricorn sextiles Saturn. It's VOC for 6 hours, 0 minutes, and then enters Aquarius (4:21 pm PDT). Use this VOC Moon to get in the habit of getting done what needs to get done before allowing yourself some time to play. [29:29] If you'd like 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! [30:01] 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.

Send us a textIn Episode 196 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are diving into mood reading and sharing some fun quarter one reading stats! We chat about our standout books of the year so far, the books we just can't stop thinking about, and reflect on some reading insights.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Loving LatelyMerlin - Bird Coaching AppClever Fox Journal (H)Latest ReadSunrise on the Reaping | Suzanne Collins (T)The Other People | C. B. Everett (H)Book TalkWild Dark ShoreBroken CountryRed ClayThe FavoritesThe NamesSandwichGood DirtHe/She/TheyHuman SacrificesHannah's IG Q1 Check InA Forty Year Kiss | Nickolas Butler (T)The Filling Station | Vanessa Miller (H)Julie Chan is Dead | Liann Zhang (T)Fall Risk | Abby Jimenez (H)Shelf AdditionsThe Eights | Joanna Miller (T)Needle Lake | Justine ChampineSupport the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Is quarter two planning the momentum shift your private practice needs? Before you dive into the next quarter, let's pause, reflect, and get intentional about your business growth. In this episode, I'll walk you through a simple but powerful process to assess your Q1 results and pinpoint the areas that will create the most significant impact moving forward. We'll talk about marketing strategies, sales conversions, and financial metrics - breaking them down into simple steps so you can gather the data you need without feeling overwhelmed. I'll also share why understanding your average fee and making thoughtful financial improvements can change how you approach your business and life. So grab a notebook, set aside some time, and let's get to work on creating a plan that sets you up for success this quarter!Topics covered in this episode: How to assess your first-quarter performance and identify areas for improvement in your quarter-two planning.Key marketing metrics you should track in your private practice.Understand your sales conversion rates and retention metrics to improve client onboarding and retention.Calculating your average fee and addressing financial challenges in your practice.The importance of strategic investments and balancing personal and business finances for more effective quarter-two planning.Resources from this episode:We Should All Be Millionaires: A Woman's Guide to Earning More, Building Wealth, and Gaining Economic Power by Rachel RodgersWealthfront High Yield Cash Account - earn interest on your tax money!Wealthfront Automated Index Investing Account - get $5000 managed for free (aff link)Other episodes you might enjoyWhat I Learned Building My New Course for Therapists: The Fee Formula [Ep 88]Connect with Felicia:Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing MoneyQuote:"Planning is your best friend and one of your biggest assets as a

Can you believe the first quarter of 2025 is already behind us? Whether you're celebrating big wins or feeling like things didn't quite go as planned, now is the perfect time to reflect, adjust, and move forward with intention. In today's episode of Empowering Women in Real Estate® - The Podcast, I'm walking you through a step-by-step quarterly review—the same process I've used in my business for years. We'll break down what's working, what's not, and how to use this insight to set yourself up for success in the months ahead. Here's what you'll learn: How to analyze your closed, pending, and pipeline transactions The importance of tracking your lead sources to focus on what's working How to identify patterns in your business to refine your marketing and branding Why reviewing your biggest challenges and successes can fuel future growth A reality check on your prospecting efforts—are you really doing the work? Taking the time to review your progress is essential for long-term success, and I promise—it's worth it! I'd love to hear how your first quarter went! Send me a message on Instagram @Karen.W.Cooper and let's chat.   Click subscribe to be notified every Wednesday when our latest episode is released, and be sure to check out our group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringwomeninrealestate We are 39,000 members strong and we want you to join us! And if you want to follow me on Instagram, that's where I'm having the most fun right now. https://www.instagram.com/karen.w.cooper/  

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This week, Mercury and Venus, still retrograde, revisit the North Node in Pisces for a second look at old ideas and relationship opportunities. Mars and Saturn connect with Uranus for sparks of the unexpected and of inspiration. The Cancer First Quarter Moon is the perfect moment to implement those Aries New Moon Eclipse plans. Look for lucky breaks when the Sun sextiles Jupiter. The week ends on a luxurious note, as Venus and Mars meet in a romantic trine. And April answers a listener question about retrograde shadow and storm periods. Plus: Tripping over debris, forecast for grumpy emotional weather, and hangovers. 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 [1:33] Venus retrograde makes the second of three conjunctions to the North Node (April 1, 1:39 am PDT; the first conjunction was on Feb. 1, the last is on April 23). Love, beauty, or desire are inspiration to pursue an important goal. [2:30] Mercury retrograde also make a second of three conjunctions with the North Node (April 3, 11:53 pm PDT – the first was on March 1, the last is on April 10), adding insights as to how to achieve those North Node desires.  [3:23] On April 4 (9:20 am PDT), Saturn sextiles Uranus at 24º55' Pisces-Taurus. You may realize that you hold the key to your prison door. Saturn's Sabian symbol is 25 Pisces, The purging of the priesthood, and Uranus is on 25 Taurus, A large, well-kept public park. [7:01] Mars sextiles Uranus (April 4, 4:05 pm PDT) at 24º56' Cancer-Taurus. Take bold moves but avoid unnecessary risks. Keep emotional reactions in check. [10:02] Moon Report! The Cancer First Quarter Moon is on April 4 (7:14 pm PDT) at 15°33' Cancer-Aries. The Sun and Moon are both comfortable in their signs and neither wants to compromise much. Emotional meltdowns are easily triggered. [13:09] This is the First Quarter (action point) in a lunar phase family cycle (LPFC) that began at the New Moon on July 5, 2024, at 14º23' Cancer. The Full Moon (awareness point) in this LPFC is on Jan. 3, 2026 and the Last Quarter Moon (final action point) is on Oct. 3, 2026. [14:52] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon Periods. On April 1 (10:43 am PDT) the Moon sextiles Mercury. It's VOC for 2 hours 43 minutes before it enters Gemini (1:26 pm PDT). Learn how to approach important conversations calmly and with compassion. [16:57] On April 3 (11:26 am PDT), the Moon in Gemini squares Mercury in Pisces. It's VOC for 4 hours 24 minutes before it enters Cancer (3:50 pm PDT). Develop a habit of pausing before you react. [18:39] On April 5 (3:54 pm PDT), the Cancer Moon trines Mercury. It's VOC for 5 hours 40 minutes, then enters Leeeeeooooo (9:34 pm PDT). Share feelings, bond over shared experiences. [20:03] The Sun sextiles Jupiter (April 6, 2:44 am PDT) at 16º50' Aries-Gemini. Put yourself out there, explore creativity, get some attention! But remember to balance exuberance with humility. [22:15] Venus trines Mars (April 6, 5:13 AM PDT) at 25º29' Pisces-Cancer. Savor some warm times and good food with loved ones. Venus might also be about money and how it is motivating you to work harder. [23:53] Listener Elliott asks about retrograde storm and shadow periods. [28:46] If you'd like 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! [29:20] 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.