Podcast appearances and mentions of venus retrograde

KristaLyn Sofia died on an operating table when they were ten years old. That would turn out to be a major turning point in their development as a psychic medium, and, perhaps, the seed moment for their astrological career.Aside from being someone with a fascinating origin story, KristaLyn is a dear friend of mine. Their work and support over the years have been pivotal to my own development—personally and professionally.For years, as some of you might remember, the two of us gathered on IG Live every Monday to talk astrology for a series called Ask Me Astros. This conversation was originally meant as a casual check-in for YouTube after years of being apart.I enjoyed it so much I decided to share it as a podcast.A quick note:The Larry we discuss is our mentor Larry Arrington. If you've never heard that name, it's because Larry is as devoted to their studies as they are allergic to social media.And if you know that name, there's a good chance you agree with me when I say that Larry is one of the most brilliant astrologers of our time.Without Larry and KristaLyn, I might not be an astrologer. They've both helped me navigate tumultuous times, professionally and personally.Larry and KristaLyn are both joining me as guest guides in my upcoming six-week workshop, Seeking Shelter: Writing Through the Venus Retrograde.About KristaLynKristaLyn combines ancient astrology with modern intuition and consulting skills to offer tangible guidance and help you align timing with intention. They walk you through your birth chart and connect the stars to your life in a clear and practical way to help you so you feel seen, validated, and empowered in your next steps. KristaLyn serves as the Vice President of NCGR and grows their own understanding through continued mentorship in astrology, folk magic, and religious studies with private teachers and the St. Andrew's College Lifelong Learners Program.About ViviVivi Henriette is an LA-based astrologer and tarot reader whose practice centers on storytelling, mythology, and collaborative divination. She creates a space for clients to reclaim their personal narratives through the lens of ancient archetypes. Vivi produces LA Astro Fest, hosts the Los Angeles Astro Salon, serves as Secretary of NCGR, and is the creator of the podcast TALKTALKTALK. You can find her weekly writing on ritual and meaning right here on ART of the ZODIAC.Support the Podcast & Learn Astrology!Ready to take a deep dive into astrology? I invite you to join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Club Astro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by becoming a paid subscriber to ART of the ZODIAC on Substack.Your membership offers:Exclusive Cohort: Access to a dedicated community of astro seekers.Weekly ZOOM Sessions: Bring your chart, ask me questions directly, and connect with fellow astrology enthusiasts in intimate gatherings.Secret Invites & Discounts: Including discounted tickets to online workshops, LA Astro Fest, and my monthly in-person gathering, The Los Angeles Astro Salon.More than just benefits, your membership directly supports me and this work, allowing me to continue creating content like this.Join Club Astro here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/c/ARToftheZODIAC⁠⁠⁠Other Ways to Support (No Funds Required!)Even if you can't join Club Astro right now, your time and listenership are invaluable. If you enjoy this work, please consider:Tell a friend: Word-of-mouth is incredibly helpful!Leave a review: A review wherever you listen to podcasts truly helps new listeners find the show

Written version below.Venus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — I'm keeping the price as it is. I was going to raise it, and then I listened to my intuition, which said no. Start date is October 1st, and Venus stations retrograde on October 3rd — there was a timezone error on my sales page that said the 2nd; the 3rd is correct.I've already started uploading new content to the portal — video guides, aspect breakdowns for the lead-in to the retrograde. And I want to say something I've been sitting with: I called this possibly my last run, and I don't know that's true. It's my favourite thing I do. Things are changing in my life and work, and I don't know exactly what form future iterations will take. But this one — this one — is ready, and I'm genuinely excited about it.Two tiers: the basic Journey at $397 (seven weeks, eight calls, all recorded, full course portal, pre-work videos, slides in colour and black-and-white), and the Dragon Rider add-on (an extra $500) which includes a private 30-minute one-on-one ($175 value), a year's membership in the Spiral Codex community ($600 value, beginning after the class), and a personalized gift I'll mail to you.louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026Before We Dive InComing up: Cathy and I are recording on Friday, likely looking at the Aries Full Moon chart alongside the US Sibley chart — the DC chart for the full moon has exactly the same angles as the Sibley. We'll see what that means.Subscribe free on Substack for weekly posts and everything else. Spiral Weave on my website louiseedington.com — $10/month or $90/year.The Week at a GlanceThis is a week of building intensity, heading toward the Aries Full Moon on Saturday September 26th at 12:49pm Eastern. I've done a full separate video on that — go watch it for the depth. The week is the lead-in.The cards open at the end of your tether and build to fire. The astrology opens with a grinding cardinal T-square and builds to a kite configuration pointing at justice and transformation. By Saturday, the pieces come together.Key events:* Equinox — Sun enters 0° Libra — September 22nd* Pholus stations direct at 9° Capricorn — Friday September 25th* Aries Full Moon at 3° — Saturday September 26th at 12:49pm EasternOne note to carry all week: only Venus, the Sun, and Mercury have crossed the South Node and Regulus at 0° Virgo. The rest are still coming. Mars, Jupiter, Juno, Hygieia — all heading there eventually. For now, the direction is set, but the journey is ongoing.The Cards — A First GlanceFrom the Red Seeds Tarot (Linda Hill, Etsy UK) and the Witch Oracle by Angie Sullins: Seven of Torches reversed, King of Torches, Ace of Torches reversed, She of the Invisible Ally.Three fire cards and one water card — and all of them, in their different ways, saying the same thing: the answer is within. The fire is within. The magic is within. The allies you've forgotten about are within.More at the end. But hold that thread.Day by DaySunday, September 20 — Moon in Capricorn. Cardinal T-Square. The Goddess Archetypes Are Screaming.We open the week with the Moon out of bounds in Capricorn — and Pluto also out of bounds, as it will be until early December each year through 2035. More erratic, more beyond the pale, more heightened. The usual advice: more self-care than you think you need, more boundaries, more kindness to yourself.The Moon squares Saturn retrograde (the guide for Capricorn, going back over the structures and rules) and opposes Ceres in Cancer — forming a cardinal T-square at 12°–13°. Cardinals push for action. This T-square is asking, again, loudly: how are our needs being met? How are the people's needs being met? How are the needs of the most vulnerable people being met?The outer expression of this energy keeps showing up in the news. Congress being sent home until November 9th — after the midterms, before Venus and Mercury station direct — while essential legislation is pending. A building in Gaza that had been bombed collapsed further, killing twenty people and trapping nearly a hundred. These are the literal expressions of the Moon opposing Ceres: needs not being met, structures not holding, the people saying enough.Mars in Cancer squares Vesta and Eris — both in Aries, both retrograde. Mars and Eris are siblings in the mythology, and this square is in some ways the two of them working together despite the friction. Mars (assertive drive, protective instincts, cooling its jets in Cancer) squares Eris (the truth-teller for the outsiders, sharply aware of exclusion and hierarchy). Together: there's a push to assert and claim space. And there's a deep fear of being controlled or sidelined. But the square is a cardinal square — initiating. Things have to change, and Mars is moving forward toward them.Mars then opposes Juno — now direct and heading back into Aquarius. The sacred contracts of our collective life are being confronted: none of this is working. We're seeing it everywhere.The Moon opposes Asteroid Lilith — and every goddess archetype in the chart this week seems to be screaming: we need to be heard. The Divine Feminine — not just women, but that whole energy of care, reciprocity, interconnection — needs to be heard.Black Moon Lilith at 25° Sagittarius makes a fire trine to the whole Aries retrograde cluster and to Hygieia and the South Node. The answer is to burn off the old, rise up, create the new. Tune into the spirit of fire — which I experience as the fire of inspiration. That whooshing feeling when something unlocks.The Moon closes the day by trining the Sun (last major Ptolemaic aspect before the full moon, Earth-to-Earth saying we are going to build a more meaningful world) while simultaneously squaring Chiron back in Aries. There is still work to finish. Every one of us is playing a part in building what comes next — in tight community, in broader collectives, in the most private inner work. All of it matters.Jupiter in Leo trines Pallas Athena — the expander meeting the wise strategist and pattern-seer. Strategies to rise up like phoenixes. To lead from the heart rather than from the throne.Monday, September 21 — Moon Into Aquarius. Mercury Opposes Pallas Athena. Hygieia and Hekate.The Moon finishes its Capricorn passage still carrying all those T-square themes, then enters Aquarius at 1:14pm Eastern — the sign of the people, the future, the collective. Things shift slightly: from the weight of structures collapsing to the vision of what we want to build instead.Mercury in Libra opposes Pallas Athena in Aries — big new ideas for justice. New strategies being assembled. In what feels like a surreal indicator of the astrology: Steve Bannon and Bernie Sanders were reported on the same stage (not at the same time) making the same argument: the future of AI must be decided by the people, not the oligarchs. I had to read that twice. Mercury opposing Pallas Athena in the sign of justice, pulling pieces together from unexpected places, finding new strategies to challenge concentrated power.AI is part of this week's conversation. The founders are fighting amongst themselves. Companies are finding that replacing workers with AI is not delivering what was promised. The data centre heat problem remains unsolved. And amid all of it, the argument about who gets to decide the future of this technology — whether it's the few or the many — is getting louder. Hekate has her torch. The way forward is being shown.Hygieia opposes Hekate in this same cluster — holistic, preventative health in all its forms (not just physical; the health of our collective mind and leadership) facing the torchbearer at the crossroads. Which way do we go? Hekate knows. The answers are within.Mercury forms a sextile to Jupiter in Leo — big new ideas, big new plans, a real expansiveness in how we speak and think about what's possible.Tuesday, September 22 — Equinox. Sun Enters 0° Libra. The People Are Rising.The Autumn Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, Spring in the Southern — the Sun enters 0° Libra, a world point, beginning a new season and seeding new things.I took a quick look at the equinox chart set for Washington DC, and a few things caught my eye. Venus retrograde is in the 7th house of others and open enemies. The Aries retrograde cluster is in the 12th house of hidden enemies. Uranus is in the 2nd house of values, waking people up to what isn't feeding them. Ceres sits at the base of the chart — the IC, the foundation — and she is saying: this system is not working for the people's needs. Jupiter is moving into the 5th house of joy, creativity, self-expression, and the inner child — people beginning to find that.And the Aquarius Moon is on the cusp of the 11th house — the house of causes, politics, humanitarian concerns, and the collective voice. The Moon is the people. And the people are rising.Happy equinox.The Aquarius Moon meanwhile squares Haumea (regeneration at 2° Scorpio, the exact degree where Venus and the Moon met in their occultation gate), then sextiles Neptune (let go of who you thought you were; step into interconnection), then trines Uranus — ahas, pattern-shifts, those head-explodey moments of seeing things differently. We're going to have quite a few of those this week as we build toward the full moon.The Moon squares Venus in Scorpio — digging into the shared values and power relationships that Venus is about to take us through in her retrograde. Who has power over us? Who have we given our power away to? These are not rhetorical questions this week.Hygieia trines Vesta and Eris — the holistic health of the collective in flowing conversation with the inner flame and the truth-teller. The answers are within. Tune in.The Moon closes the day by conjuncting Pluto — the shadow to the light, the buried treasure beginning to emerge. Pluto and Haumea are heading toward another of their 13 squares (which run 2022–2028), and the Moon is activating that approach. Three more squares after this one. The transformation is not done.Wednesday, September 23 — Moon Opposes Jupiter. Moon Meets Hekate and Chariklo. Moon Into Pisces.The Aquarius Moon opposes Jupiter in Leo — the people looking directly at the expanded king energy and saying: your time is limited. Jupiter is heading toward the South Node in Leo. Leaders, in the astrology world and in the wider world, are being taken down or called to account. Not necessarily the ones we want yet — but the motion is real.The Moon trines Mercury (air to air: the collective mind, speaking out, ideas flowing) and then makes what I find genuinely beautiful: the Moon meets Hekate and Chariklo, both retrograde in Aquarius, both quietly holding space and weaving the new story from the pieces that are simultaneously falling apart and falling into place.The Moon opposes Hygieia — everything heading down the South Node drain that is not for our genuine holistic flourishing, individually and collectively. Circling the drain of what's not working. And the Moon conjuncts the North Node at 29° — still that eclipse charge, still that pull toward the future. Still at the threshold.Change is coming. 29°. The anaretic degree of the liminal space.And at the very end of the day, the Moon enters Pisces — things get very emotional as we build toward the full moon. But also: clouds clearing. The feeling quality of the coming days is going to be intense and also somehow clarifying.Thursday, September 24 — Quiet Build. Lightning Hitting Water.Not a huge number of aspects — a day to let things settle and integrate as the energy builds.The Pisces Moon squares Sedna (adapt; change is coming; mutable signs pressing) then trines Haumea (ready to create from our feelings and our right brain; intuition and balance coming together) and then squares Uranus — and Louise described this perfectly: lightning hitting water. Uranus in Gemini, all those electrical awakenings and flashing ideas, square the Pisces Moon's deep emotionality and flow. Shocking. Potentially beautiful. Possibly a few jarring revelations.The Moon then trines Venus — seeing clearly about values, self-worth, how power has been given away. This is Venus retrograde territory, and we're already starting to feel it from the outside in.Asteroid Lilith squares Vesta — the original equality and the inner flame in friction, both asking the same question from different angles: what are you devoted to at the deepest level of who you are? With Chiron back in Aries, this is about healing the core self — finding the medicine of genuine individuality (not rugged power-over, but power from within) and healing the inner masculine while we're at it.Mercury trines Hekate and Chariklo — the messenger in flowing conversation with the torchbearer and the cosmic doula. The mind is starting to catch up with what the soul already knows.Friday, September 25 — Venus Day. Pholus Stations Direct. The Kite Forms. Sun Enters Libra Season Fully.Pholus stations direct at 9° Capricorn. Nine — the number of endings. Pholus is the Pandora's Box centaur — the lid-comes-off energy, the things that get out that can't be put back in. He has been retrograde in Capricorn for a long time, going back over what has been out of integrity in our institutions and structures. And now he stations direct.More things are going to come out of the box. More revelations about the structures we've been living under. More things that, once seen, cannot be unseen. This station coincides directly with the full moon approaching and the Sun making exact aspects to the basket/cradle planets.The Sun trines Pluto and Uranus, and opposes Neptune exactly — forming a kite in fire and air, with the Aries retrograde cluster as the focal point and Neptune (dissolving the old, birthing the spiritual warrior) as the tail. Big ideas for justice. New people rising up. New alliances forming in unexpected places.The Sun at 3°–4° Libra is now past the equinox and building power in the sign of balance, harmony, and — often forgotten — justice. Libra is also traditionally associated with war (as the scales of battle), and the resistance to injustice is very much Libran at its highest.New lawsuits. New strategies. New coalitions. Some of them surprising.Mercury in Libra opposes Vesta and Eris — speaking up for the inner flame, speaking up for the outsiders. Mercury past 22° Libra means it's now in the territory where Venus will station direct on November 13th. The mercury mind is already walking the ground Venus will return to.Saturday, September 26 — The Aries Full Moon. 12:49pm Eastern.Go and watch the full moon video. It's all there.What I'll say here: the Moon in Pisces makes a water trine to Mars in Cancer (finally cooling its jets, the guardian energy settling into water) before entering Aries at 6:23am Eastern — and look at what it steps into. The whole retrograde Aries pileup. Chiron, Eris, Vesta, Pallas Athena, Saturn, Manwë, Neptune. The Moon as the focal point of this kite, as the people meeting all those planets going within, reviewing, reflecting.The Moon meets Neptune (spiritual warrior; releasing who we thought we were), sextiles Sedna (adapt), sextiles Pluto (transformation), sextiles Uranus (radical awakening) — the mini grand trine activated right at the full moon.Full Moon exact at 12:49pm Eastern at 3° Aries. Fulfillment. Illumination. Something completing.Right after the full moon, the Moon conjuncts Manwë — the Law of Grace. Spontaneous resolution through internal alignment and correct action. Without external intervention. This is what the class does: guide you to take that self-directed, inner journey.Then the Moon squares Pholus — facing what we see as the lid comes off, some people extending more grace to each other than before.And one date to hold: Venus and Mercury station direct on November 13th. Congress is due back on November 9th — four days before. Mars crosses the South Node the day after that, on November 14th, alongside Jupiter. Watch this space.The Cards in DetailSeven of Torches (Wands), reversed — Lacking Courage:You may start the week feeling this. A lack of faith in yourself. Like it's all too much. Like quitting would be easier. The upright Seven of Torches is I Am Courage — and the reversal doesn't remove the courage. It asks you to look within for it rather than expecting it to come from outside. The fire is in there. It always was.King of Torches — I Am Dynamic:The more you go within — even if you begin the week feeling defeated — the more this dynamism starts to build as the full moon approaches. Things are being ignited. The King of Torches doesn't wait for permission. He knows he carries his fire within him. The full moon is the ignition point.Ace of Torches, reversed — I Am Inspired (from within):The Ace reversed is still the Ace — pure creative fire, the beginning of something. Reversed, the invitation is to find the inspiration within, not to look for the external spark. This is where the three fire cards are pointing together: defeat, then dynamism, then inspiration — all sourced from the interior. This is the Red Seeds Tarot, the deck of the Eleusinian Mysteries and the descent and return. Perfectly placed for the week Venus is about to take us underground.She of the Invisible Ally (Witch Oracle):“There are unseen forces guiding you right now. They rarely let themselves be seen, but that doesn't mean they're not there. While it's true that you often name and number your resources, you forget about the unseen ones. The invisibles are available to you always, but they tend to dwell in the higher places — energies of wonder, curiosity, and hope.Petition them. A witch will reach into these energies and swim with them through the cosmos. This is a good time for dreaming and journeying. Take a walk in nature. Seek out a credible plant shaman who can help you access the gifts of the green world. Spend time in the liminal realm with active imagination. Put yourself in the way of magic. Helpful spirits are ready to guide you, and now is the time to summon them to show themselves.”We do exactly this in the Venus Retrograde class — the active imagination, the guided journeys, the liminal realm work. Not coincidentally.And: find your inner dragon.The planets don't make anything happen. Everything is happening within you. Stuff happens, challenges happen — but how you respond to them, and how you work with them, is what matters.You are the cosmos. The invisible ally is you.Summing UpA cardinal T-square pressing on the structures that aren't working. Mars and Eris, siblings, asserting and claiming space. The equinox — a new season, a world point, a chart that says the people are rising. Pholus stationing direct with more things coming out of the box. The fire and air kite forming as the Aries Full Moon approaches. Manwë, the Law of Grace, right after the full moon. And four cards — three of them fire — that move from defeat, through dynamism, to inner inspiration, held by the unseen allies that have never left.Start the week however you need to start it. Look within. Find the fire.It was always there.— LouiseVenus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — starts October 1st, Venus retrogrades October 3rd. $397 basic Journey; Dragon Rider add-on $500 extra. louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026Cathy and I are recording on Friday — check the channel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cosmicowlastrology.substack.com/subscribe

This week we're working with seven transits, and the one we've been building toward for years finally arrives: Chiron retrogrades back into Aries on Thursday, beginning its last run through the Sign before it leaves for good. After this, Chiron doesn't return to Aries until 2068.I share what happened in my own life when Chiron first entered Aries, and what I had to face to get here. Because the fear and the courage are the same thread. You just have to be willing to pull it.(10:01) The Sun in Virgo Sextile Mars in Cancer 21° – September 8 – 17 (Tuesday – Thursday) – Monday, September 14.(23:19) Neptune Retrograde in Aries Sextile Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 03° – May 8 – December 4 (Friday – Friday) – Monday, September 14.Neptune Retrograde in Aries Sextile Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 04° on July 24.Neptune in Aries Sextile Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 06° on June 29, 2027.(39:30) Venus in Scorpio Square Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 03° – September 11 – 17 (Thursday – Friday) – Tuesday, September 15.September 15 - Venus in Scorpio Square Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 03°October 19 - Venus Retrograde in Scorpio Square Pluto in Aquarius 03°December 9 - Venus in Scorpio Square Pluto in Aquarius 03°(45:14) Jupiter Enters its Retrograde Shadow in Leo 16°59' – Wednesday, September 16September 16, 2026 – Jupiter Enters its Retrograde Shadow in Leo 16°59'December 13, 2026 – Jupiter Retrograde in Leo 27°01'April 12, 2027 - Jupiter Direct in Leo 16°59'July 10, 2027 - Jupiter Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Leo 27°01'(52:04) Chiron Retrogrades into Aries 29° – Thursday, September 17, 2026 – April 14, 2027Chiron returns to Direct motion in Aries on January 6, 2027 at 26°15'Chiron returns to Aries on May 3, 2068.(59:45) The Sun in Virgo Square the Moon in Sagittarius 25°57' on Friday, September 18 at 1:44 PM PDT(1:02:47) Mercury in Libra Opposite Saturn Retrograde in Aries 12° – September 16 – 19 (Wednesday – Saturday) – Friday, September 18.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Gathering Room⁠⁠Exclusive Content on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join ⁠my Substack

This is a combination of an Open House for the Venus Circle and the monthly Community Event that is Bonus Material for Kelly's Power Circle Members and when we invite others to join us in community.•  Subscribe HERE  https://www.KarmicTools.com/power-circle-community-monthly-subscription/This month, we covered the NEW Venus Cycle which kicks off with its Retrograde in SCORPIO/LIBRA carrying us through the end of the year in this process of reviewing our relationships & resources and looking at how our values & priorities have evolved over the last 2-8 years. This Replay will be good to circle-back to periodically and it is most relevant for those with strong Leo/Aquarius or Taurus/Scorpio and Aries/Libra or Cancer/Capricorn in your chart. Register to Access Full Replay, Tools + Resources:https://www.KarmicTools.com/intro-to-new-venus-cycle-in-scorpio-libra-2026-28/NOTE:  You have to Register or eMail Kelly directly to receive Your Personal Activations. I need your Birth Date/Time/Place to do them.     #VenusRetrograde #Leo #Aquarius #Taurus #Scorpio #Aries #Libra #Cancer #Capricorn #PlanetaryCycles #KarmicTools #Astrology #Transits #KellyMBeard #KarmicTools #ShamanicAstrology #Cycles #Patterns #Shamanism #EarthMedicine #Forecast #Horoscope #AstrologyUpdate #EnergeticSupport #MysticMentorOther Ways to DONATE:Paypal/Zelle = KellyMBeard @ gmail / Venmo = Kelly-Beard-52Support the show

Venus stations retrograde in Scorpio on October 2/3 and her retrograde period last about six weeks. Kelly explores ancient astrology's views on death, rebirth, and renewal through Venus' retrograde cycle. Tune into this episode to learn more about this fascinating concept. If you want even more information on Venus Retrograde, check out Kelly's recent webinar on the topic by clicking here: https://www.kellysastrology.com/product/venus-retrograde-in-scorpio/Registration for Kelly's next live cohort  in her ‘Astrologer Training Program' opens on Sept 19. This is a once-a-year opportunity to take advantage of the best pricing available for this comprehensive program. It also allows you to align your studies with the ongoing live Q&A sessions. Are you ready to develop your talents as an astrologer? Then this is perfect for you. Click on the link for more info. https://www.kellysastrology.com/astrologer-training-program/

A Rare Astrological Shift Is Here: Spiritual Power Is Surging BackThis week brings some seriously interesting astrology, including a rare alignment between Neptune and Pluto that I believe could bring a surge of spiritual power, healing and magic.We're also moving through the waxing Moon cycle following the New Moon in Virgo, making this a brilliant time to get organised, clear your head and start moving towards what you want to create next.In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, I'm talking about:Why the Virgo New Moon energy can help you get your life back in orderHow this week's Mercury aspects can help with conversations, reconciliation and clearing the airWhy getting your thoughts into a better place can change what you create nextThe Venus-Pluto clash and why obsession around love or money could become an issueWhy what happens in relationships and finances now may matter again during Venus retrogradeThe rare Neptune-Pluto connection and its links with mysticism, healing, magic and spiritual powerHow you can work with this energy through meditation, prayer and your own connection with the DivinePlus, Venus Retrograde is coming...Venus goes retrograde on October 3, and we're already in the pre-shadow period.Venus retrograde only happens around every 18 months, and it can bring a major re-evaluation of love, money, relationships and what you truly value. It can even bring people from the past back into your life.I've created a FREE Venus Retrograde mini-course to help you understand what's coming, including how to work out which part of your birth chart Venus retrograde will activate.✨ Get the free Venus Retrograde mini-course here:www.moonmessages.com/venusretrogradeAnd above all, this week, remember this: there's powerful spiritual energy available to us. Tap into it.

Venus Retrograde Heroine's Journey 2026 https://www.louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026Astrotheoros.com○ Use the code COSMICOWL at checkout for■ 1 free month if you select the monthly plan■ OR 1 extra month off of the already discounted yearly planRed Seeds Tarot https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheRedSeedsW.I.T.C.H. Oracle Deck https://a.co/d/0bOgiJsrthedeckofcharacter.comA Lot to Catch Up OnI am back from Chicago — and there is a lot I want to share before we dive into a week that honestly deserves its own documentary. Bear with me; Louise asked me to keep most of this in.The Chicago/UAC trip:I ran an OPA peer group for four wonderful people over four days in an Airbnb — deeply immersive, deeply draining, deeply wonderful. I gave everything I had and came out the other side genuinely moved. Then I went to the United Astrology Conference hotel, attended an OPA dinner where I got to see so many people I love, and recorded the Kepler College Book Club live from UAC with my friend Mary Gatterudz about my series book. That's on the Kepler College YouTube channel if you want a lively discussion. I also attended a pre-workshop run by Mark Jones — an English astrologer and former psychotherapist whose work I love — and finally got to meet him in person after Zoom-only connection.I didn't stay for the whole conference. 1,500 astrologers in a hotel is a little too peoply for me. But I learned something: I can go to the hotel, meet the people I want to see, and skip most of the lectures. The lectures are available to buy by recording anyway. The connection is the irreplaceable part.The OPA and The Professional Astrologer:If you're interested in becoming a more professional astrologer, I genuinely recommend OPA — the Organization for Professional Astrology. They run peer groups and mentorships, a consulting skills course, and an Astronomy for Astrologers course. What I love about their certification is that it's not a test of your techniques and knowledge — it's about how you actually work with clients. That's the whole thing.The new revised and expanded edition of The Professional Astrologer is out, and I have a chapter in it about writing for astrology. It covers everything from the power of peer groups to the pros and cons of practicing as both astrologer and psychotherapist, to the nuts and bolts of being financially viable. Worth getting a copy.Sphere and Sundry:In my gift bag from the pre-workshop was something I want to share: an essential oil by Sphere and Sundry — sphereandsundry.com. She makes what she calls talismanic materia — remedial-grade astrological elections using organic, wild-crafted ingredients and natural oils. She describes them as a good transit in a bottle. The one I received is Venus in Taurus 3, Amatory — and I genuinely feel this was meant for the Venus Retrograde class, given Venus is heading toward Scorpio and opposing Chiron in Taurus. I'll be using it. Worth checking out.Upcoming presentations:Atlanta Astrology Association, September 17th — I'm presenting on Ceres, and apparently first-time attendees can come free. Email me at louise@louiseedington.com if you'd like the invitation details. I believe it's at 7:30pm Eastern.OPA Live, September 20th — a panel of three astrologers on the Venus retrograde. A great way to hear more about the retrograde and decide if you'd like to join the class.London School of Astrology, Chiron Weekend, October 17th–18th — on Zoom, $99, and most of the proceeds go to charity. I've been recommended by Melanie Reinhart and Brian Clarke, which still makes me catch my breath. If you're interested in Chiron and what his first return to his discovery degree means, this is the weekend for you.Venus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — we start October 1st. Three weeks and three days from when I'm recording this, and I still have slides to finish. The price remains at $397 for the basic seven-week, eight-call course. Dragon Rider adds a year of Spiral Codex membership, a 30-minute one-on-one reading with me, and a personally chosen gift I'll mail to you — all for $500 added on. First run since 2017, and it's grown considerably since then. This is not just an astrology class — it's a guided inner journey with meditations, healing tools, and more than a little magic. louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026AstroTheoros has added a lot since I last mentioned them:* Terms and decans (multiple systems), zodiacal releasing, dasha (Vedic), perfections* Fixed stars, minor aspects, vertex, lots of fortune and spirit* Additional asteroids including Ceres and Haumea and Chariklo (yes!)* True/mean/oscillating Black Moon Lilith options, White Moon* Show and hide aspect lines* A way to add your own external AI assistants — they've made a conscious choice not to incorporate AI themselves, but for those who want to, they show you how* Chart copy as image in one click; lock chart; time travelCloud-based, works on any device. Code COSMICOWL at astrotheoros.com — one free month on the monthly plan, or one extra month off the yearly plan.And: Cathy and I are recording on Friday — we'll be talking about the six-hour Elon Musk documentary premiering at what I believe is the Venice Film Festival, which focuses on his involvement in the 2024 elections. I think it might be a little bit explosive. Watch for it.The Cards — A First GlanceFrom the Red Seeds Tarot, the Witch Oracle, and the Deck of Character (available to buy again — links in the description):The Hierophant reversed. The Fall. Eight of Torches reversed. The Story Keeper. The Shield.That set of five says everything about this week: the guru structure collapsing, the descent into the depths, the delays and darkness of the no-moon phase, the call to rewrite the story, and a practical shield for the extraordinary amount of information that's incoming. More at the end.The Astrology at a GlanceThis is possibly the biggest week since the basket peaked in July. On September 10th alone:* Venus enters Scorpio at 0° — the exact degree of her Cazimi/Star Point on October 23rd* Mercury enters Libra — swapping signs with Venus, both heading toward retrograde in Scorpio* Uranus stations retrograde at 5°41' Gemini* The Virgo New Moon is exact at 11:27pm Eastern (separate video — go watch it)Before that: the Moon occults Jupiter on September 8th at 15° Leo — a world point. An occultation is like an eclipse of Jupiter: the Moon literally passes across the face of the planet, hiding it. This is relatively rare, and what it passes over matters. It passes over Alaska, Canada, the USA, and Greenland.The nodes remain at 29° until October 9th. Hekate has moved back past the North Node. Venus reaches the anaretic degree of Libra. Uranus barely moves all week — it's standing still. The news will be off the charts. That's not hyperbole.Day by DaySunday, September 6 (the first day of the week)The Moon is out of bounds in Cancer — way out of bounds — and there aren't many major aspects, which makes the day quieter than what follows.Moon conjuncts Ceres — the Moon in its own sign, the Great Mother in the Moon's sign, saying together: self-care, nurture, family. I chose to come home early from Chicago rather than stay through the whole conference. The Moon conjunct Ceres was opposing my Saturn, and I listened. My second daughter got engaged this month (both daughters in August — family, family, family).Venus opposes Vesta in Aries — your inner flame, your focus and commitment, your devotion to your own identity in the world. Pay attention to what comes up around that.The Moon squares Saturn retrograde (letting go of more self-limiting beliefs), sextiles the Sun at 14° Virgo (past South Node and Regulus — we are moving, even if it doesn't feel that way yet), then crosses Asteroid Lilith and Mars in Cancer — talk to the hand; what aligned, protective, guardian action are we taking now?The Moon then squares Pallas Athena and trines Nessus — seeing the poisons more clearly, with strategy and pattern-recognition behind the seeing.Monday, September 7The Moon is still in Cancer, starting to come back in bounds but not quite there.Moon sextiles Mercury — emotions and mind integrating, coming into conversation. As we move into the dark of the moon, this is an invitation: bring your feeling and your thinking together. Let them inform each other.Moon squares Eris — more inner table-flipping. What old beliefs, assumptions, and perceptions need to be overturned within you? The outer tables are turning everywhere. The inner ones matter too.Moon opposes Juno in Capricorn — our sacred contracts with the structures we live under. What have we been living by? What new structures do we want to birth? Conservative in sign, but the opposition is pushing for something different.The Moon then makes a T-square to Vesta and Venus — everything pointing inward. What are you devoted to? What are you creating? And pay attention to what comes up around Venus territory (values, relationships, desires, justice) — she goes retrograde to 22° Libra, and you're walking that ground now.At 12:49pm Eastern, the Moon enters Leo — and immediately squares Chiron in Taurus. What medicine are you bringing into your heart and into your body?The Moon then opposes Pluto (the shadow to the surface, and then the buried treasure), trines Neptune (spiritual warrior energy, the felt sense of interconnection), and sextiles Uranus — which is almost at a complete standstill. Uranus barely moves all week. It's concentrating its energy at 5° Gemini.Tuesday, September 8 — The Jupiter Occultation at 15° LeoI need to give this one proper space.At 2:36pm Eastern, the Moon occults Jupiter at 15° Leo.Fifteen degrees of a fixed sign is a world point — a degree of collective significance, felt beyond the personal into the global. And an occultation is like an eclipse: the Moon literally passes directly across Jupiter, blocking it from view. Jupiter's expansive energy — the king, the expander, the judge, the natural law — is being hidden. Absorbed. Transformed.What does this mean? Some delay in expansion. Some pause in the opportunities that have been opening. But more than that: a transformative phase. The energy of Jupiter goes underground and re-emerges with new qualities. This is the king being taken behind closed doors for a reckoning.The path of this occultation passes over Alaska, Canada, the United States, and Greenland — countries that have presented themselves, historically, as the dominant voices in global affairs.And here is what I genuinely cannot make up: the day before, the UN voted to adopt the Equal Earth Map — a new global projection that more accurately represents the actual size of the world's continents. On this map, Africa is significantly larger than we've been taught. South America is bigger. The USA, Canada, Greenland, and Russia are smaller — a more truthful picture.The USA was the only country in the UN to vote against it.Jupiter is expansion. The occultation tracks over the countries whose mapped expansion has exceeded their actual size. The timing is extraordinary.Jupiter will meet the South Node in Leo three times as it heads toward it — the fall of kings, of superpowers, of the power-over paradigm that has organized so much of modern history. Things are evening out. We're watching it happen.After the occultation, the Moon trines Pallas Athena — the strategic warrior and pattern-seer. The Moon is back in bounds. The patterns are becoming visible.The Moon starts the day at 6° Leo — the discovery degree of Chariklo. Note that. And Mercury in Virgo trines Juno — sacred contracts looked at through the lens of stewardship, meaningful work, the humble desire to do the right thing rather than the right thing as performance.Wednesday, September 9 — Dark Moon. Moon at the Eclipse Degree. Moon Conjuncts South Node.We are entering the dark of the moon — the three-day no-moon phase before the Virgo New Moon on Thursday night.The Moon is in Leo, moving toward the Sun, getting within 30° of it. And it starts the day at 20° Leo — the exact degree of the August 12th Solar Eclipse.The Moon conjuncts Hygieia at that eclipse degree — holistic, preventative health. Then trines Pallas Athena, trines Vesta, sextiles Venus at the anaretic 29° Libra. Everything pressing toward the border crossing.At 3:17pm Eastern, the Moon conjuncts the South Node at 29° — the nodes holding that eclipse degree until October 9th, charged with everything that's unfolded since August 12th. The Moon — the people, the collective emotional body — meeting the drain of the old paradigm. Having just occulted Jupiter the king. Having just been at the eclipse degree. Having just moved through all those aspects.Fall of kings. Fall of leaders. Fall of the power-over paradigm. The Moon and the people conjunct the South Node at the degree of the eclipse.You literally cannot make this up.After the South Node conjunction, the Moon moves into Virgo and conjuncts Regulus — which happens every month now, as the Moon cycles through, but this month it carries the full weight of what's been building. And Venus, still at the anaretic 29°, simultaneously sextiles the South Node and trines the North Node — releasing and building simultaneously. She is leading. After her retrograde, she is heading for the Aquarius North Node. She already knows the destination.Hekate has moved back beyond the North Node into Aquarius, going back over the ground she needs to integrate before moving forward again.Thursday, September 10 — Sign Changes and a New MoonWhat a day. Honestly, what a day.At 4:06am Eastern, Venus enters Scorpio. At 0° Scorpio — the exact degree of her Cazimi/Star Point on October 23rd, the heart of her retrograde. She is stepping into the territory she will descend through, previewing the deepest point of her underworld journey. And this Star Point at 0° Scorpio is the last Scorpio Venus Star Point in our lifetimes — I believe the next isn't until 2177. It is also the star point return for the USA. Make of that what you will.The underground river of the Venus retrograde is flowing. You can feel it if you listen.The Virgo Moon squares Uranus — which is barely moving, preparing to station.Ceres opposes Pholus — where have our needs not been met? The lid is off. Pandora's box, again. Seeing what we needed to see so we can finally move forward.At 12:20pm Eastern, Mercury enters Libra — swapping with Venus in a kind of cosmic dance. Venus has left Libra; Mercury enters. Both are heading for Scorpio and retrograde. Both will station direct on November 13th — the same day. This is rare, and I'll go deep on what it means in the Venus retrograde class.Venus at 0° Scorpio opposes Chiron in Taurus — the axis of the entire retrograde. The wound and the medicine. What is our medicine for becoming fully human in a world that has forgotten it?At 2:27pm Eastern, Uranus stations retrograde at 5°41' Gemini. Five degrees — the number of change. Gemini — media, news, communication, information. Mercury at 0° Libra (a world point) as Mercury's own sign stations into retrograde. The news is going to be off the charts.The Sabian symbol for 6° Gemini (rounding up): Workmen drilling for oil. James Burgess says: an insatiable questing for knowledge and information that can take us deep into emotional process and the uncovering of dark secrets. A zealous appetite for knowledge and understanding.The Omega symbol (Sandbach): In the far north, an ancient tower carved of ice. The degree angel is Manakel — accountability and knowledge of good and evil. He says: you have so many thoughts and perceive so many ideas that it can become difficult to decide where to focus. Don't let this overwhelm you. Keep focused on the flow. There is a spiritual rightness at work beneath all things. The simple intent to stay attuned to it is your magic.The Chandra symbol: A claw foot holding a ball. The attempt to grasp wholeness, to overcome Gemini's fragmented quality — fixing the liquid into a substantial form from which you can ascend to see the surrounding territory. The struggle is not in trying to put things together. It's to resist the distractions of lesser and trivial things.The Pleiadian symbol: A sinkhole opens up in the earth. Things are collapsing.The Azoth symbol: A book of formulas. Astrology is a symbolic language, just as mathematics is, just as alphabets are. We are writing new stories. Which brings us to the Story Keeper arriving in the cards.At 11:27pm Eastern, the Virgo New Moon — exactly nine hours after Uranus stations retrograde. I've done a full separate video and post for this. Please watch it. But know that the new moon landing nine hours after Uranus's retrograde station, with Venus and Mercury both freshly in new signs, with the basket energy still active — this is not a quiet new moon. The seeds you plant tonight carry all of this.Friday, September 11 — 25th Anniversary. Venus Day.Rest in peace all who were lost on this day.The Moon is in Virgo, just minutes past the new moon, still in the no-moon phase. New lunar cycle beginning.The Moon sextiles Mars — what aligned action are we taking now? Not the push-push-push of unchecked ambition, but the stewardship energy, the guardian energy, the action that comes from genuinely wanting to be of service.The Moon opposes Nessus — still more poisons to be named and seen. But I don't think we're much longer in this. I really don't.Mars in Cancer squares Pallas Athena in Aries — they're moving apart, but Mars is still learning: less attack, more guardian. Less force, more protection. From within, this means the same. Talk to your inner Mars.The Moon trines Juno and then moves into Libra at 7:51pm Eastern.Saturday, September 12 — Moon Conjuncts Mercury. Air Kite. Cardinal Grand Cross.The Libra Moon conjuncts Mercury at 2°31' Libra — and note the degree: 2°31' Libra directly opposes the last Venus Star Point at 2° Aries (March 22, 2025). The previous Venus retrograde's deepest point, directly activated as the Moon and Mercury meet in the sign of balance and justice. Venus is reaching back through time, reminding us of what was seeded then, and asking: what has been growing since? What is ready to be harvested — or released?Balance, harmony, justice, scales — the Mercury-Moon conjunction in Libra is a fertile meeting of heart and mind in the sign that seeks fairness. There could be some genuinely good news today.The Moon trines Pluto (more shadows illuminated, more buried treasure found), opposes Neptune forming a kite, and trines Uranus still at its station point. Fire and air kite pointing at Neptune in Aries — the spirit of new beginning, the dissolution of the old, the love-thy-neighbor energy as the basis for everything we're trying to build.Juno squares Pallas Athena — our sacred contracts pressing against the wise strategy. For me, this is the table-flipping energy of Eris in a longer arc: where unfettered power-over and greed have caused harm to people, the contracts that maintained that are collapsing. And we can have something better. The form of things that's collapsing — in politics, in institutions, in how we organize society — was always imperfect. What we build next doesn't have to be.Mercury trines Pluto, then opposes Neptune, then trines Sedna and Uranus — an air kite closing the week. Rational understanding, shadow revealed, adapting to what needs to change, the breakthrough aha moments. Stay with it all. Let it sift.The week closes with the Moon squaring Pholus and Ceres and then opposing Saturn — a brief Cardinal Grand Cross, initiating. New things beginning. Something that was seeded at the new moon is putting out its first tentative root.The Cards in DetailThe Hierophant, reversed:The original Hierophant — one who reveals sacred things — was from the Eleusinian Mysteries. There was one male Hierophant and two female Hierophantides, appointed for life, who revealed divine knowledge to the initiates and welcomed them with the laws of the Mysteries: only those with pure hands and hearts could enter the rites.But in the last quarter of the Great Wheel — as the patriarchy rose, as the rites were co-opted, as direct access to the sacred was replaced by institutional intermediaries — the Hierophant became the one who stood between you and the divine.This card, reversed, is saying clearly: you have access to divine knowledge yourself. You do not need an intercessory. Let go of the attachment to gurus and external teachers as the gatekeepers of truth. You can challenge the tradition. Everyone — everyone — has access to the sacred within them.This arrives in the week that Jupiter is occulted, that the South Node continues its fall of kings, that the astrology community continues reckoning with its own pedestals. Make no mistake: the Hierophant reversed is speaking directly to all of it.The Fall:In this deck, this is Persephone going into the underworld — and that descent is what the rites at the Eleusinian Mysteries were really about: the fall of the soul into the orbit of the Moon, not as punishment, but as initiation.The patriarchy reframed the fall as shame — the fall from grace, the fall from perfection, the original sin. The real fall, as I understand it, was the descent into the patriarchal paradigm itself. And that is what's falling now.Persephone descending is Venus descending. The Venus retrograde is coming. The underground journey — done consciously, with guides, with courage — is not the fall from grace. It is the fall toward grace.Eight of Torches (Wands), reversed:In the dark of the moon, with Uranus at a standstill and so many signs changing simultaneously — yes, you may feel like you lack momentum. Delays, obstacles, nothing quite moving forward. That's the reversal.But here's what's actually happening: knowledge is being revealed to you. There is so much coming in this week — the occultation, the sign changes, the station, the new moon, the news. The work is to let it in without being overwhelmed. Receive it. Let it settle. When the moon starts to gain light — which it will, very shortly — you will be able to see more clearly.The Story Keeper (Witch Oracle):“You are made of moonlight and stories. The night and the trees know this. Which is why, when you need a change in your narrative, you would do well to seek their counsel.Some stories lift us up and encourage our potential, our inherent magic. Other stories limit, diminish, or destroy our worth. You are being asked right now to consider which stories you are listening to, and which ones you are telling.Telling yourself a story of empowerment will bring a surge of energy to you. Notice how your shoulders drop, your breath deepens, your heart warms. Telling yourself a story of scarcity or disempowerment leaves you tight, small, and cramped.While we are very selective about the books we read and the stories we watch on film, we are far less selective about the stories we tell ourselves. Now is the time to question the narratives you are allowing into the ear of your spirit. Are they helpful or hurtful?A witch acknowledges her stories of lack and frustration, but she chooses to focus on the ones that nurture her vitality.”This is the Azoth symbol of the week — the book of formulas. We are writing new stories. The Story Keeper asks: which one are you writing?The Shield (Deck of Character):This is an extra card this week, from a deck I love that's available to buy again — link in the description.It's the dark of the moon. A lot of information is incoming — the news around the Uranus station and the new moon is going to be significant. The Shield says: energetically, protect yourself. Not to deflect the knowledge — we need that — but to deflect the inconsequential things. Create a boundary so you can collect what matters, and let it sift in its own time. This is a big week. You don't have to process all of it in real time.Summing UpThe Jupiter occultation at a world point, tracking over countries whose global dominance is being rebalanced on the new world map. The Moon conjuncting the South Node at the eclipse degree, the people meeting the drain, having just occulted the king. Venus entering the exact degree of her coming Star Point in Scorpio — the last Scorpio Star Point in our lifetimes. Mercury entering Libra as Venus leaves, both heading toward their retrogrades and their simultaneous direct stations. Uranus stationing at the number of change in the sign of media and news. The Virgo New Moon nine hours later. A cardinal Grand Cross to close.The Hierophant reversed says: you have always had access to the sacred. You don't need anyone between you and it.The Fall says: Persephone's descent is not a punishment. It is an initiation.The Eight of Torches says: let the knowledge land. It's doing that right now.The Story Keeper says: question the narratives you're allowing into the ear of your spirit.And the Shield says: you are going to need good energetic boundaries this week. There is a spiritual rightness at work beneath all of this. Stay attuned to it.That is your magic.— LouiseVenus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — starts October 1st. $397 for the full journey (payment plan available). Dragon Rider adds Spiral Codex year, one-on-one, and gift. louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026Atlanta Astrology Association, September 17th — email louise@louiseedington.com for the invite to attend free as a first-timer.OPA Live panel on Venus retrograde, September 20th.London School of Astrology, Chiron Weekend — October 17th–18th on Zoom, $99, most to charity.AstroTheoros — code COSMICOWL at astrotheoros.com. Chariklo, Ceres, and Haumea now added! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cosmicowlastrology.substack.com/subscribe

Ok loves, a bit of a wild, unscripted & unhinged poddy today. LOL! Jump in if you love a ramble as I share all things Venus in her shadow, this upcoming Venus retrograde & how important it is plus chat Goddess asteroids, cardinal angles & so much more! I jam pack a lot in! Enjoy!

September doesn't begin with a rush forward—it begins with a review.Today, Venus enters the pre-shadow of her upcoming retrograde, opening a longer conversation about relationships, self-worth, money, desire, and the agreements that shape our lives. What is already beginning to surface that we may be asked to reconsider more deeply in the weeks ahead?Meanwhile, the Sun in Human Design Gate 40—Restoration and the Earth in Gate 37—Peace complete the 40–37 Channel, highlighting the delicate balance between work and rest, giving and receiving, independence and belonging. This energy asks us to notice whether the bargains and commitments holding our families, relationships, and communities together are genuinely reciprocal.With Pluto now traveling out of bounds, the deeper forces of power, transformation, and truth may no longer remain neatly contained. What has been operating beneath the surface could become harder to ignore.And then—the heavens grow quiet. With no major new transits for three days, we are given a meaningful pause before Friday begins a new Human Design week.Join me as we explore the agreements we are carrying into September—and consider which ones are ready to be restored, renegotiated, or released.Welcome to Living Astrology with Janet—where Myth & Soul meet Astrology, Human Design, and the Gene Keys.

Before We Dive InRecording this on August 26th, and I want to say clearly at the start: I am feeling a bit low. The eclipse energy has been personally challenging in a number of ways, and also — Dolly Parton and Tim Curry have both passed, within days of each other. Both around 80 years old. I loved them both, for very different reasons, and I find their passing sitting in me in that particular way that celebrity deaths sometimes do, when someone has been part of the landscape of your whole life.I'm telling you this because it's also very much the energy of this week. This is the come-down after eclipse season. If you're feeling deflated, that's appropriate. That's the astrology. The cards are honest about it — but they end in a place of genuine hope. If you're looking for that hopeful note right now, go and watch the September 10th Virgo New Moon video I just put up. That one has more light in it.This week: do your inner work. Go into the woods. Slow your roll.Subscribe free on Substack for all posts in your inbox. Spiral Weave / Spiral Codex membership — $10/month or $90/year.Venus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — I'll decide on the final pricing when I'm back from Chicago. For now, it's still open and I'll let you know. Two tiers: the basic Venus Retrograde course, and Dragon Rider (adds a year of Spiral Codex membership, a 30-minute one-on-one with me, and a personal gift). louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026One more small thing: if you enjoy astrology AND music, Chris Brennan did an extraordinary interview with Roland Orzabal from Tears for Fears about his astrology memoir. It's worth your time. I've listened twice and bought the hard copy.The Energy of This WeekWe come off the lunar eclipse on August 28th and begin to wane. The week opens with the Moon in Aries and ends with it in Cancer, waning all the while, heading toward the September 10th new moon. We are in the shedding phase.What makes this week distinctive — and why the message keeps being the same — is the sheer number of retrograde planets in Aries: Neptune, Manwë, Saturn, Pallas Athena, Eris, and Vesta, all moving backwards. When the Aries Moon moves through them, each conjunction or activation is saying: slow down. Go in. Revisit. Review. Do not charge forward. Aries likes action and speed; the retrogrades are applying the brakes.The overall prescription for this week: radical, extraordinary self-care. More than you normally would. The whole week is a churn of inner processing. Let it do its work.Three more things to note:Pluto is out of bounds until December 5th — as it will be for a few months around this time of year until 2035. Going out of bounds to the south, which Rosie Finn's book Persephone's Revolution associates with people rising up and more peaceful collective energy. We are in that window.Sedna stations retrograde this week (Thursday) — her 11,406-year orbit is so slow that her stations are gentler than most, but she's still asking: dig deeper into your perceptions and adaptations. She was last in Gemini at the end of the Great Ice Ages.Venus is entering the shadow of her retrograde — she hits 21°50' Libra at the start of the week, which is the point she'll return to when she stations direct on November 13th. Start paying attention now to what comes up around your values, your relationships, your sense of justice and beauty, your desires. Everything that surfaces in the next few weeks will have something to say when Venus goes retrograde in October.Only Venus, Mercury, and the Sun have passed the South Node and Regulus so far. Everyone else is still coming. Gradually, one by one.The Cards — A First GlanceFrom the Red Seeds Tarot and the Witch Oracle: Two of Bees, Eight of Seeds reversed, Ten of Bees, and The Witch.Tension. Disengagement. Then: revelation. And then the Witch herself — the one in total control of herself — to close. More at the end.Day by DaySunday, August 30 — Moon in Aries. Slow Your Horses. Venus Enters Her Shadow.The Moon is freshly in Aries — and immediately hits all those retrograde planets. A sextile to Sedna (about to station), a sextile to Pluto activating the basket at 4°, then the Moon conjuncts Neptune — stop and smell the coffee. Tune in to your intuition. There is nothing to rush into right now. The Moon then sextiles Uranus — the aha question of this whole period: who am I in this new world we're building? That's worth sitting with.The Moon squares Ceres in Cancer — do your self-care. Take care of yourself first, and then you are able to care for and protect your loved ones. And squares Pholus — the lid is still coming off things.The Moon is being slowed at every turn. Neptune is particularly potent here: the retrograde Aries cluster, every one of them applying the brakes to the Aries Moon's natural preference for speed. Slow your horses. We are not at full speed ahead yet.The Moon conjuncts Pallas Athena (revisiting strategy and pattern recognition), then conjuncts Eris (tables turning, but within — going in to see what you need to overturn in your own life), then squares Juno (renegotiating contracts), sextiles Hekate (the torchbearer is saying: the path forward is through your inner truths), and finally conjuncts Vesta (inner flame — what are you devoted to, really?). Before the day closes, the Moon conjuncts Saturn — a hard stop. Reality check. Put the brakes on.Venus at 21°50' Libra directly opposes Pallas Athena retrograde — the strategist, the pattern-recognizer, looking keenly back at Venus. Slow down. Think through your relationships, your values, your sense of justice. See the patterns before you charge on. Venus is covering ground she will cover again during the retrograde. Pay attention to what surfaces.Black Moon Lilith makes a fire trine to Eris and Vesta, and sextiles Hekate — that inner feminine rage at injustice, in flowing conversation with the table-turners and the inner flame, with the way-shower lighting the path. And Mercury in Virgo trines Pholus — more information coming to light. More things being seen.Monday, August 31 — Saturn Squares Asteroid Lilith. Black Moon Lilith Enters Capricorn. Earth Grand Trine.Saturn at 13° Aries squares Asteroid Lilith in Cancer. Thirteen — the number of the goddess, the witch. Saturn in Aries retrograde is revisiting the rules, the structures, the identities we've been building. Asteroid Lilith — the talk-to-the-hand, we-were-created-equal, original divine feminine — is in the Moon's sign, looking around and asking: how are all our needs being met? How are outsiders' needs being met? It's a hard look, again, before we do anything more. Saturn can bring the “shoulds” — and this week: don't. It will still be there later.Black Moon Lilith reaches the end of Sagittarius and enters Capricorn — the sign of our institutions, structures, and the man-made rules we live under. And the moment she crosses into Capricorn, she trines Regulus at 0° Virgo and Chiron at 0° Taurus — an Earth Grand Trine. The exiled feminine energy, in flowing conversation with the Royal Star that now speaks of future stewards, and with the medicine man shining his light on wounds and healing.The way forward is this world. This experience. Being on this Earth, which is our home.Jupiter at 13° Leo trines Saturn at 13° Aries. Thirteen — the goddess number, the witch number, also a number of creation (Fibonacci, phi). This is the opening trine of the cycle that began at the Great Conjunction in December 2020 — Jupiter and Saturn at 0° Aquarius, the beginning of the Age of Air. Now Jupiter has moved into Leo and this is the first flowering of that seed. We have to change these man-made rules that are not in alignment with the natural laws of the universe. That's what this aspect is saying. In the number of the goddess, no less.The Moon in Aries moves through Pallas Athena (revisiting strategy), opposes Venus (emotions stirred around what Venus is covering in her pre-retrograde territory — feel it, don't push it away), conjuncts Eris (more inner table-turning), squares Juno, sextiles Hekate, conjuncts Vesta.Tuesday, September 1 — Moon Into Taurus. Mars Squares Saturn. Mercury Meets Circe. The Brakes.The Moon finishes its Aries passage by aspecting the Nodes (still at 29° until October 9th — eclipse energy still reverberating) before moving into Taurus at 4:01am Eastern. Immediately, the Moon conjuncts Chiron — the shaman, the medicine man, hands-on healing. Earth. Body. Values. The wound and the medicine.Venus at 23° Libra makes a lovely unbroken flow aspect to Chariklo in Aquarius — the cosmic doula, Chiron's consort, the grace-spinner, holding space for the new story we're weaving. I am here with you. I am helping you weave it.Then the aspect that defines the day: Mars in Cancer squares Saturn in Aries. Mars in Cancer is already uncomfortable — fire in water, drive dampened by sensitivity. And Saturn in Aries is retrograde, in Mars's own sign. One foot on the accelerator, one foot on the brake. Except this week: it is far more brake than accelerator.If you feel the shoulds pressing in — I should be doing this, I should be doing that — this week is not the time. What needs to be done will still be there after you've rested and gone in. The brakes are on for a reason.Mercury in Virgo meets Circe the Sorceress — Circe is also conjunct the upcoming Virgo New Moon, which feels intentional. Mercury saying: get into the details, go in and do some inner sorcery and magic. The craftsmanship here is interior. Mercury then sextiles Asteroid Lilith — she's in there too, having a very good look at what she's going to say no to. Not performing the no yet. Looking clearly.The Taurus Moon Earth-trines the Virgo Sun and Pholus at around 9-10° — a pull to earth, to the somatic, to the body, to roots. Get your bare feet on the ground. Do grounding meditations. Go into the woods. That's why I chose the Red Riding Hood image for this week — the feminine going into the woods, into the inner world, is the heroine's journey. Read those old fairy tales from a different lens.Wednesday, September 2 — Moon in Taurus. Everything Is Within.The Taurus Moon squares Jupiter at 13° Leo — the natural laws of the universe, in the sign of the heart, at the goddess number again. The pattern of all of these 13° aspects this week is unmistakable.Everything is pointing inward. Everything is saying: come into balance and harmony within your nervous system. These eclipses have been nerve-jangling. If you feel your nervous system a bit fried, that's both appropriate and fixable. You have the tools. Use them.The Moon sextiles Mars (still cooling its jets, heading toward Asteroid Lilith), and the Sun trines Black Moon Lilith — with Okyrhoe the seer joining that aspect. This is about uncovering your inner seer. Going to the depth within that knows things before the mind catches up. The inner oracle.Thursday, September 3 — Sedna Stations Retrograde. Moon Into Gemini. Basket Activated.The Taurus Moon makes an Earth trine to Juno — our sacred contracts with each other, held in the flowing earth energy that's been the backbone of this week. This Earth trine has been holding the whole week: pulling inward, pulling down to ground, pulling roots deeper.Sedna stations retrograde in Gemini. Her 11,406-year orbit means she was last in Gemini at the end of the Great Ice Ages. Her stations are slower-burning than closer-in planets, but this is still a turning point: dig deeper into your perceptions, your ideas, your words, your thinking. How do you need to shift? How do you need to adapt?Black Moon Lilith squares Saturn — now in his own sign Capricorn, pressing against the rules and structures of our institutions. More things being seen. More reality checks arriving. This is not the moment to rail at every little thing. It's the moment to take it in, to see clearly, to know what you're looking at before you act.The Taurus Moon reaches 27-29° — the Pleiades degrees. This may feel like a tender, even sad day. The Pleiades carry the grief of endings and the beauty of the in-between. With Dolly and Tim Curry's passing this week, and with so much being released in the collective, let yourself feel what's there. The Moon then squares Hekate, squares the Nodes, and begins moving toward the drain of the South Node.At 7:47am Eastern, the Moon enters Gemini and immediately meets Sedna — who just stationed retrograde, all that adapt-or-transform energy newly concentrated. The Moon then trines Pluto, sextiles Neptune, conjuncts Uranus — the basket, again. The cradle activated. The aha moment: something about letting go. Something about death and rebirth. Something about what's trying to move through.Mars is opposed by Black Moon Lilith at 2:44pm Eastern — a question not about action but about wisdom. Is the action we're taking coming from a wise place? Or are we just acting? Black Moon Lilith is a lunar point, not a physical body — she's the inner voice, the interior knowing. Are we using her wisdom to shape what we do?Friday, September 4 — Last Quarter Moon. Venus Opposes Eris. Inner Tables Turning.The Gemini Moon (out of bounds since late Wednesday or Thursday) squares the Sun — Last Quarter Moon at approximately 11:48am Eastern. Eleven: the master number, the gateway. What are we letting go of before we step through this doorway? Not one big doorway — a series of doorways. That's what this whole period is. Each week, another door. What are we releasing at this one?The Last Quarter Moon is always a crisis in consciousness — the moment of maximum tension before the letting go. In this context, coming off eclipse season, it's the inner churn before the new moon plant.Venus at 25° Libra opposes Eris — more inner tables to turn. Not out there, not yet. Going within, looking at strategy and patterns, recognizing what needs to be overturned within your own relating and your own values before you bring a new version of yourself to the world.The Moon sextiles Saturn (opportunity to let go of self-limiting beliefs, old rules we were taught to live by) and sextiles Jupiter (the curious Gemini Moon trying to make sense of it all through the lens of the natural laws).Mars meets Asteroid Lilith at 15° Cancer — the midpoint of the degree, the middle of Cancer. Mars will move ahead of her after this. But she is right there with him, saying: you are more of a protector and a guardian than you have been portrayed. Right now, at this moment — using the language of internal family systems — you are my inner protector. You are here to help me move within, do more self-care, love myself more. You are the guardian of my interior, not just the warrior taking on the external world.If your inner Mars is feeling frustrated and angry (Mars doesn't love Cancer), you can actually talk to that part of yourself: I know you're here to help me. Right now your job is to protect my inner work, not to attack everything out there.The Moon squares Mercury — information, details, adjustments, what you think. All of it inside.Venus squares Juno — we are rewriting the contracts. With each other, and with ourselves.Saturday, September 5 — Moon Into Cancer. Venus and Hekate. One Last Look at the Toxins.The Gemini Moon finishes its journey — way out of bounds — making last aspects to the retrograde planets in Aries: Pallas Athena, Eris, Vesta. Fire and air. What do I need to burn off? What ideas need to be released? What does the inner flame actually want? Intense, but passing.At 10:30am Eastern, the Moon enters Cancer — her own sign — and sextiles Chiron. The wound and the medicine. The shaman. What's the medicine I've become because of what I've been through?Venus makes a lovely unbroken flow aspect to Hekate — the way-shower, the torchbearer, the triple moon goddess at the crossroads. Venus and Hekate work together beautifully during Venus retrogrades (you'll experience this directly in the class), and this pre-retrograde aspect is a preview: pay attention to your inner voice about which paths to choose. Which direction through the woods of your inner self is being illuminated?The Cancer Moon trines Haumea — pure regeneration, the Hawaiian creatrix, the handle of the basket. She hasn't been aspected much this week, and here at the close she shows up to say: something new is being birthed from all of this. Something is regenerating. And the Moon squares Neptune — Haumea moving forward, Neptune moving back, an aspect of adjustment between the two Mars signs (Aries and Scorpio). We are moving into a more Venusian era. We cannot stay where we were.The last aspect of the week: one more look at the toxins, at what needs to be released, at what we've been carrying that belongs to the past. What more can I let go of to be a better ancestor? (If you want to go deeper on Nessus, there's a beautiful blog post from the Amalthea website — search “Amalthea Nessus” — and the author contributed to Sideways from Saturn, the book on the centaurs that I wrote the foreword for.)The Cards in DetailTwo of Bees (Swords) — I Am Tension:Proverbs: “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”This week suggests difficult choices and decisions. Your ideas and opinions may be questioned — by others and, perhaps more intensely, by yourself. You may feel mentally paralyzed as you try to navigate stress, uncertainty, and inner conflict.How do we move forward? Balance the tension of the opposites. Hold the tension of not knowing the outcome for a while. Clarity and a balanced view will make itself known. Positive choices and insightful decisions will arise from the centre of your being, once you've taken time to contemplate and listen to yourself before you act.And remember that quote when you speak to yourself this week: gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Including when you are talking inside your own head.Eight of Seeds (Pentacles), reversed — I Am Disengaged:Upright, the Eight of Seeds is productive, diligent, sowing and harvesting. Reversed this week: I feel disengaged. I feel like I've never done enough, like I'm not good enough. The inner perfectionist shows up.This is an Earth card, and its very reversal is the prescription: self-development and inner work. Not productive outer work. The shadow of Virgo — the perfectionism, the not-enoughness — can come through here. Let it be acknowledged and then gently set aside. You don't have to perform productivity right now.Ten of Bees (Swords) — I Am Revelation:Khalil Gibran: “For the bee, the flower is the fountain of life. For the flower, the bee is the messenger of love.”This is the card I was genuinely glad to see at the end of this challenging set. Here it is:We have tripped up and plummeted along the way, and now know what rock bottom feels like. It has challenged us. Self-pity, at times, has heightened our suffering.However, in reality, the rocks actually grounded us, and a relief and an understanding is starting to rise up within us. It is clear that we have been stung into waking up to some hard truths. Our ego may have been battered, and we may feel sore, vulnerable, as we reflect on what appear to be failures and endings that lie behind us.The good news is: the worst is over, for this week. The weight we have carried is finally lifting. We have survived, and our stings will heal. Our wings gently unfurl, and we start to ascend, breathing in the clear air, and dancing into a new beginning.By the end of the week, you will start to feel the call of the new moon. Not quite there yet. But coming.The Witch (Witch Oracle) — I Am Coordinating, Not Dominating:“Control. No woman alive today needs a dictionary to know what control means within a toxic patriarchy. She's experienced it a thousand different ways. It is domination and restraint.But in a balanced psyche and in a balanced culture, control can mean something else entirely.A witch experiences control through cooperation rather than competition. She is engaged with all the parts of her psyche in an attempt to coordinate rather than dominate.You are being asked right now to embrace all the inhabitants of your inner realm, because each deserves respect and a place at the table. Even the unruly, the inconvenient, the ugly. Making space for all under the banner of wild inclusion — giving voice to the shame, malice, and anger, as well as every other outlawed part of the psyche — is the way we create integrity.When your intent is to create rather than compete, you don't have to dominate. Your influence is enough. This is power with, rather than power over.Invite whatever is bothering you today into the realm of inclusion. Assert your inner authority.”Coordinate, don't dominate. Including inside yourself. This is the whole week. This is the whole work.Summing UpPost-eclipse. Waning. Brakes firmly on. The Aries retrogrades slowing everything down, saying not yet, not yet. The Earth Grand Trine pulling us down to roots and soil and body. The 13s showing up everywhere — the goddess number, the witch number — at Saturn and Jupiter and the Moon's aspects. Venus entering her pre-retrograde territory and asking us to start paying attention. Sedna stationing to dig deeper into how we adapt. The Last Quarter Moon at the gateway number, releasing before the new moon.The rocks grounded us. The wings are beginning to unfurl.Go into the woods. Slow your roll. Do the radical self-care. Talk to your inner Mars. Embrace all the inhabitants of your inner realm. And coordinate, don't dominate — inside and out.The new moon is coming on September 10th. We'll get there.— LouiseVenus Retrograde: Heroine's Journey — louiseedington.com/VenusRetrograde2026Subscribe free on Substack. Spiral Weave / Spiral Codex — $10/month or $90/year.Code COSMICOWL20 (20% off) or COSMICOWL30 (30% off $99+) at Otter Spirit. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cosmicowlastrology.substack.com/subscribe

Send us Fan MailECLIPSE READINGS  - $111If you'd like personalized guidance on how these transits impact your birth chart, my Eclipse Readings are available here.The second half of 2026 carries a completely different energy than the first.If you've felt like this year has been strange, transitional, or difficult to define, you're not imagining it. From July through December, the astrology begins asking us to pivot, make bold decisions, and step into a new chapter with greater confidence and authenticity.In this episode, I walk you through the biggest astrological events of the second half of the year, including:• Why July feels like the calm before the cosmic acceleration• The Basket configuration shaping the collective throughout July• The North Node entering Leo and what this new karmic chapter means• The shift from collective expectations back to authentic self-expression• August eclipse season and why it marks a major turning point• Mars entering Cancer and the changing emotional landscape• The powerful Jupiter trine Saturn transit and earned expansion• October's intense Mercury and Venus retrogrades in Scorpio• The bold Mars-Jupiter conjunction in Leo and taking courageous action• The stabilizing energy arriving toward the end of November• What December's Astrology suggests as we prepare for 2027This isn't simply a month-by-month forecast. It's a conversation about the larger story unfolding throughout the rest of 2026 and how these transits invite us to release old identities, trust our intuition, and move toward a more authentic version of ourselves.Whether you're an astrology enthusiast or simply looking to better understand the energetic themes ahead, this episode will help you navigate the remainder of 2026 with greater awareness and intention.Please rate and review the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, or wherever you listen!Enroll in ARCANA today: https://aguaastrology.teachable.com/p/arcanaSee our faces on YouTube!Want to book a reading with Gabrielle? Please visit her website www.aguaastrology.comFollow us on Instagram @thespirtualsisterspodcast Follow Gabrielle on Instagram @aguaastrology (She will NEVER DM you for readings! Watch out for scammers!)Follow Brianna on Instagram @Brianna_mcferonSubscribe to Gabrielle's YouTube Channel Agua AstrologyJoin Soul Reading MethodMini Tarot Readings with Gabrielle: https://www.etsy.com/shop/IntuitiveGabrielle

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Susan Miller of Astrology Zone is back to break down all the planetary retrogrades and eclipses taking place in 2026. All Mercury Retrogrades this year are in water signs and Susan details why these will feel different. Susan warns of Venus Retrograde happening the same time as a Mercury Retrograde in the Fall. Find out what you should avoid doing at this time. Susan discusses outer planet retrogrades and why these can actually be beneficial, unlike personal planet retrogrades. Susan explains what it means when a New Moon falls on/near your birthday vs a Full Moon on/near your birthday. Susan also addresses the eclipses happening this month and in the late summer. Tune in to plan your year ahead!

Send us a textEvolving Humans PodcastCosmic Weather Report for 2026: A Year of Global Awakening, Cosmic Reset, and New BeginningsHost: Julia Marie Episode Focus: Astrological & Numerological Energies of 2026 Theme: Collective awakening, global transformation, conscious leadershipEpisode OverviewIn this special episode of Evolving Humans, Julia Marie offers a deep yet grounded look at the astrological and numerological forces shaping 2026—a year many believe marks a major turning point for human consciousness.Drawing on Western astrology, Chinese astrology, and numerology, this episode explores why 2026 is considered a cosmic reset year, how long-term planetary shifts are accelerating collective awakening, and what these energies ask of us personally and globally.This episode also marks the closing chapter of the monthly Cosmic Weather Reports and sets the stage for the podcast's evolving direction.Key Themes & Highlights✨ 2026: Year of the Fire Horse (Chinese Astrology)A rare and powerful combination symbolizing passion, momentum, and transformationReflections on the last Fire Horse year (1965) and its historical parallelsThe emergence of the individual within a greater collective whole✨ A Shift of the AgesThe deepening transition from the Age of Pisces to the Age of AquariusFreedom, innovation, and collective awareness coming to the forefrontWhy the outer planets are key drivers of this global awakening✨ Major Planetary Transits of 2026

Sagittarius year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your beliefs, education, and long-distance travel, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 9th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, adventure, and intellectual expansion involving your worldview and horizons. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Aries year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 is a monumental turning point for Aries because Saturn and Neptune both enter your first house of self, body, and identity. There is also a major spotlight on creativity, romance, and children, as your 5th house is activated by multiple transits this year. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Taurus year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your home and private life, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 4th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your living situation, parents, and family foundations. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Gemini year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on communication, siblings, and your local environment, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 3rd house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving how you move around and communicate with the world around you. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Cancer year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your money and financial resources, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 2nd house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your income, possessions, and material foundations. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Leo year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your identity, body, and appearance, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 1st house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of reinvention, focus on self, and personal growth. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Libra year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your social life and community, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 11th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your friends, groups, and alliances. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Scorpio year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your career and public reputation, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 10th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your professional life and overall life direction. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Capricorn year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your shared resources and financial arrangements, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 8th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving investments, other people's money, and deep psychological bonds. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Aquarius year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your relationships and partnerships, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 7th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your committed unions and one-on-one connections. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

Pisces year ahead horoscope and astrology forecast for 2026, with predictions about the major themes your zodiac sign will encounter in the coming year, featuring astrologers Chris Brennan and Leisa Schaim of The Astrology Podcast. 2026 places a major spotlight on your work and health, as the sign of Leo becomes a recurring theme throughout the year. With Jupiter expanding your 6th house in June, a pivotal eclipse in August, and Mars activating this same sector to close out the year, you are entering a significant phase of growth, change, and activity involving your daily routines, physical well-being, and employment. Here are the transits we cover in this forecast:

In episode 494 I share several Venus retrograde repetitions that have happened in the news recently, and summarize what I learned from closely tracking the Venus retrograde recently. Since Venus finally departed from Aries and completed the extended retrograde period earlier this month I wanted to do one final episode to wrap up some lingering 8-year repetition stories that I had found, and also to share some conclusions I drew from this research over the past 6 months. I needed to do this episode in order to bring this series to completion that I started back in January, and this is the third and final installment in the news series. Some repetitions I covered include: Star Wars, Nintendo, the Oscars/Conan, the Rose Garden, and Iran. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:07:31 Star Wars 00:16:01 Oscars & Conan 00:26:06 Nintendo 00:44:40 Rose Garden 00:47:41 Iran 01:00:49 Miscellaneous Stories 01:18:58 What I've Learned 01:55:37 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luI_GV5Ga9I – Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

For the week of May 26th, go big with your intended desires this lunar cycle.    This week we talk about the symbolism of jackhammers in our dreams.

For the week of May 12-18, 2025, on The Weekly Transit, we explore the theme of Release the Burden as the Full Moon in Scorpio invites transformation through our intimate connections. This powerful lunar event asks: Who or what is draining your energy?As Venus completes its retrograde shadow, we gain clarity in relationships while Sun conjunct Uranus revolutionizes our connection to self-worth and material resources. This is a week to recognize yourself as the miracle you are. How might your life transform when you finally let go of what weighs you down?(16:46) The Full Moon in Scorpio 22° – Monday, May 12 at 9:55 AM PDT. (39:54) Mercury in Taurus Square Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 3° – May 11 – 13 (Sunday – Tuesday) – Exact on Monday, May 12. (43:21) The Sun in Taurus Sextile the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 25° – May 13 – 17 (Tuesday – Saturday) – Exact on Thursday, May 15. (45:43) Venus Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aries 10°50' – Thursday, May 15  January 28 – Venus Enters its Retrograde Shadow in Pisces 24°37' March 1 – Venus Retrograde in Aries 10°50'April 12 – Venus Direct in Pisces 24°37' May 15 – Venus Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aries 10°50'(54:13) The Sun Conjunct Uranus in Taurus 27° – May 15 – 19 (Thursday – Monday) – Exact on Saturday, May 17.(1:03:31) Mercury in Taurus Square Mars in Leo 13° – May 16 – 18 (Friday – Sunday) – Exact on Saturday, May 17.(1:08:14) Jupiter in Gemini Sextile Chiron in Aries 25° – May 3 – 24 (Saturday – Saturday) – Exact on Sunday, May 18.Jupiter in Gemini Square the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 25° – May 12 – 24 (Monday – Saturday) – Exact on Sunday, May 18.⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

In episode 487 astrologers Chris Brennan, Lindsey Turner, and Nick Dagan Best review a number of stories in the news recently that coincided with the Venus retrograde. This is a followup to episodes 475 and 477 where we talked about what Venus retrograde in Aries has coincided with in history, and part of our purpose with this episode is to document repetitions where stories from the past became relevant again today under the current retrograde. In the first half of the episode we focus on 8 year repetitions of Venus, connecting past and present events, while in the second half we focus on other stories in the news that match the general quality of Venus retrograde. For more info about Lindsey and Nick check out their websites: https://badpastor.me https://www.nickdaganbestastrologer.com Watch the Video Version on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IB6AlA16nbA Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In this week's episode (April 28-May 4), we explore the theme of "Active Love." Venus enters Aries, calling us to cultivate self-love and face relationship fears with courage. Mars exits its retrograde shadow in Leo, pushing us to follow our joy.We discuss how true love requires authenticity and boundaries. When Venus conjuncts Neptune in Aries, we're invited to reimagine what love means, forgiving ourselves and recognizing our worthiness.Pluto retrograde in Aquarius reminds us that transforming society begins with transforming ourselves. Only by being authentically you—not like everyone else—can positive change occur. Face your fears, engage in necessary conflicts, and practice active love.(05:30) Venus in Aries 0° – April 30 – June 5January 28 – Venus Enters its *Retrograde *Shadow in Pisces 24°37'March 1 – Venus Retrograde in Aries 10°50'April 12 – Venus Direct in Pisces 24°37'May 15 – Venus Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aries 10°50'Previous times Venus has transited through Aries.February 3 – March 27 (0°- 10°)April 4 – 29, 2024February 20 – March 16, 2023May 2 - 28, 2022March 21 - April 14, 2021February 7 - March 4, 2020(26:50) Mars Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Leo 6°10' – May 1October 4 – Mars Entered its Retrograde Shadow in Cancer 17°00'December 6 – Mars Retrograde in Leo 6°10'February 23 – Mars Direct in Cancer 17°00'May 1 – Mars Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Leo 6°10'(32:55) Uranus in Taurus Sextile the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 26° – April 12 – May 12 (Saturday – Monday) – Exact Thursday, May 1.(35:25) Venus Conjunct Neptune in Aries 1° – April 30 – May 4 (Wednesday – Sunday) – Exact on Friday, May 2.March 1 – Venus Conjunct Neptune in Pisces 27°March 27 – Venus Retrograde Conjunct Neptune in Pisces 29°May 2 – Venus Conjunct Neptune in Aries 1°(42:44) The Sun in Taurus Square the Moon in Leo 14° at 6:52 AM PDT on Sunday, May 4.(46:05) Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius 3°49' – May 4 – October 13January 10 – Pluto Enters its *Retrograde *Shadow in Aquarius 1°22'May 4 – Pluto *Retrograde *in Aquarius 3°49'October 13 – Pluto Direct in Aquarius 1°22'February 4 – Pluto Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aquarius 3°49'Check out my most recent conversation with 5th Generation Psychic Dallisa Hocking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN_AcG2T11U⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/⁠⁠

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This week's episode kicks off Taurus Season with a cosmic reset—think stability, long-term goals, and grounding your energy. We recap last week's big shifts, like the Full Moon in Libra and Venus Retrograde ending, and break down this week's key transits: Mercury and Mars re-enter fire signs, the Sun moves into Taurus, and Uranus sextiles the North Node. Tune in to align with the energy ahead and plant seeds that last.SUBSCRIBE FOR AD-FREE LISTENING:✩https://anchor.fm/blameitonthestars/subscribeWEBSITE:✩ blameitonthestars.coFOLLOW US:✩ www.instagram.com/blmethestars✩ www.youtube.com/@blmethestarsSending you good vibes!

For the week of April 14-20, 2025, on The Weekly Transit, we explore "authentic, courageously joyous values" through nine major transits, highlighted by Mercury's return to Aries, Mars moving into Leo, and the Sun entering Taurus.We analyze the historical significance of Mercury conjunct Neptune in Aries, noting the last such conjunction at 0° occurred exactly 164 years ago on April 16, 1861—just four days after the American Civil War began. We draw parallels to current ideological tensions, urging you to engage in authentic communication to prevent conflict escalation.We also delve into an astrological analysis of "White Lotus" creator Mike White and actor Patrick Schwarzenegger, revealing their compelling karmic connection and exploring how Patrick's Kennedy family lineage is reflected in his chart's Virgo and Libra placements.(07:34) Mike White, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and The White Lotus(49:37) Mercury in Aries – April 15 – May 10, 2025March 3 – 29, 2025 (0° – 9°)March 9 – May 15, 2024March 18 - April 3, 2023March 27 - April 10, 2022April 3 - 19, 2021(55:19) Mercury Conjunct Neptune in Aries 0° – April 15 – 18 (Tuesday – Friday) – Exact on Wednesday, April 16.March 2 – Mercury Conjunct Neptune in Pisces 28°March 29 – Mercury Retrograde Conjunct Neptune in Pisces 29°April 16 – Mercury Conjunct Neptune in Aries 0°(01:04:50) Mars in Leo – April 17 – June 17, 2025November 3, 2024 – January 6, 2025 (0° – 6°)May 20 - July 10, 2023June 11 - July 29, 2021August 17 - October 3, 2019(01:11:39) The Sun in Taurus – April 19 – May 20The Sun transits Taurus every year from April 19-21 to May 20-21 depending on the year and time zone.(01:16:51) Mars in Leo Trine Neptune in Aries 0° – April 17 – 22 (Thursday – Tuesday) – Exact on Saturday, April 19.(01:23:20) The Sun in Taurus Square Mars in Leo 1° – April 19 – 22 (Saturday – Tuesday) – Exact on Sunday, April 20.The Sun in Taurus Square the Moon in Aquarius 1° – Sunday, April 20 at 6:35 PM PDTMercury in Aries Sextile Pluto in Aquarius° – April 18 – 21 (Friday – Monday) – Exact on Sunday, April 20.March 5 – Mercury in Aries Sextile Pluto in Aquarius 3°March 25 – Mercury Retrograde in Aries Sextile Pluto in Aquarius 3°April 20 – Mercury in Aries Sextile Pluto in Aquarius 3°Venus in Pisces Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25° – April 1 – 26 (Tuesday – Saturday) – Exact on Monday, April 7 and Sunday, April 20.January 26 – Venus in Pisces Sextile Uranus Retrograde in Taurus 23°April 7 – Venus Retrograde in Pisces Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25°April 20 – Venus in Pisces Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25°https://www.theweeklytransit.com/

In episode 485 astrologer Elly Higgins joins the show to discuss the 8-year repetitions of Venus retrograde in Aries and how they tie into queer history over the past century. In this episode we start with the Venus retrograde in Aries of 1905, and then work our way forward in 8 year increments, discussing how important moments and turning points in queer history keep coinciding with this retrograde. In the process we ended up finding a bunch of repetitions, many of which give insight into the Venus retrograde that we are currently living through today. Elly is the host of Star Gays: The Queer Astrology Archives Podcast, and you can find more information here: https://ellyhiggins.com https://stargaysastrology.ghost.io This episode is available in audio and video versions below. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:16:32 Inanna 00:24:03 1905 00:29:22 1913 00:35:12 1921 00:40:59 1929 00:48:27 1937 00:58:45 1945 01:05:49 1953 01:37:53 1961 01:43:55 1969 02:25:57 1977 02:55:36 1985 03:36:05 1993 04:14:33 2001 04:27:42 2009 04:43:31 2017 04:59:26 2025 05:40:46 Conclusions 06:07:28 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg7Ug8-tC1g – Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

This week, we explore eight astrological transits, highlighted by Mercury and Venus concluding their Retrograde transits, and the Full Moon in Libra. The theme of the week is releasing indecision, which comes through facing your fears, your insecurities, and moving forward with confidence. We also take a look at the cinematic legacy of actor Val Kilmer from an astrological perspective. Listen in to identify patterns of martyrdom in relationships, while exploring how family dynamics influence our self-worth, and offer guidance on healing through self-compassion. (1:25) The Astrology of Val Kilmer(29:16) Mercury Direct in Pisces 26°49' – Monday, April 7, 2025 March 1 – Mercury Enters its Retrograde Shadow in Pisces 26°49' March 14 – Mercury Retrograde in Aries 9°35'April 7 – Mercury Direct in Pisces 26°49'April 26 – Mercury Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aries 9°35'(34:37) Venus Retrograde Conjunct Saturn in Pisces 25° – April 1 – 29 (Tuesday – Tuesday) – Exact on Monday, April 7 and Thursday, April 24. January 18 – Venus Conjunct Saturn in Pisces 16°April 7 – Venus Retrograde Conjunct Saturn in Pisces 25°April 24 – Venus Conjunct Saturn in Pisces 28°Venus Retrograde Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25° – April 1 – 26 (Tuesday – Saturday) – Exact on Monday, April 7 and Sunday, April 20.January 26 – Venus in Pisces Sextile Uranus Retrograde in Taurus 23°April 7 – Venus Retrograde Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25°April 20 – Venus in Pisces Sextile Uranus in Taurus 25°(56:30) Mercury Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27° – March 29 – April 15 – Exact on Thursday, April 3 and Thursday, April 10. March 1 – Mercury Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27°April 3 – Mercury Retrograde Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27°April 10 – Mercury Conjunct the North Node in Pisces 27°(1:00:33) Mars in Cancer Trine the North Node in Pisces 27° – April 4 – 14 (Friday – Monday) – Exact on Friday, April 11.(1:03:35) The Sun Conjunct Chiron in Aries 22° – April 9 – 14 (Wednesday – Monday) – Exact on Saturday, April 12.(1:07:29) The Full Moon in Libra 23° – Saturday, April 12 at 5:21 PM PDT(1:12:26) Venus Direct in Pisces 24°37' – Saturday, April 12, 2025 January 28 – Venus Enters its Retrograde Shadow in Pisces 24°37' March 1 – Venus Retrograde in Aries 10°50'April 12 – Venus Direct in Pisces 24°37' May 15 – Venus Exits its Retrograde Shadow in Aries 10°50'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/

April features Saturn sextile Uranus. This 15-month aspect is one of 2025's top astrology events! We also have Mercury and Venus turning direct, a Libra Full Moon featuring three aspect patterns, a high-voltage Taurus New Moon highlighting Mars and Pluto, and much more -- plus April's free session winner! Resources Deep Dive Trauma Healing. Your potent opportunity for profound personal transformation. An intensive multi-day experience, online or in person. Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity. Transform your life with this auspicious “gods of change” astrology alignment! Nonviolent Communication. Law of Attraction. Is a Relationship Awesome, Awful, or Mixed? The Archetypal Universe by Renn Butler. My Amazon #1 bestseller: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Complete Guide to Fast and Easy Spiritual Awakening, Healing, and More. Available as an eBook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook starting at $3.99, and included with Kindle Unlimited.  Watch my FREE life-transforming video: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Free Guide to Fast and Easy Awakening, Healing, and More. Awakening Plus online spiritual support membership. “This Week in Astrology” Free Session Entry. (2 chances each month to win a free session with me!) My forecasts in writing. My services: Astrology+, Shamanic Healing, life coaching, Deep Dive Trauma Healing, and more. Watch the April forecast video. Start times for specific days: 1:47 - Wednesday Apr 2 2:17 - Friday Apr 4 7:01 - Sunday Apr 6 7:34 - Monday Apr 7 8:24 - Tuesday Apr 8 13:26 - Wednesday Apr 9 15:08 - Friday Apr 11 15:27 - Saturday Apr 12 19:21 - Sunday Apr 13 19:41 - Thursday Apr 17 22:10 - Thur & Sat Apr 17 & 19 23:21 -  Saturday Apr 19 24:12 - Sunday Apr 20 24:28 - Tuesday Apr 22 24:38 - Wednesday Apr 23 25:34 - Thursday Apr 24 26:04 - Friday Apr 25 26:20 - Saturday Apr 26 26:41 - Sunday Apr 27 As of April 1 … The Moon is waxing (there was an Aries solar eclipse on 3/29). Mercury is retrograde thru 4/7 at 7:08 am EDT. Venus is retrograde thru 4/12 at 9:02 pm EDT. A Grand Sextile with Mars, Juno, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and the Lunar Nodes peaks on 4/17 and continues thru 4/27. An Envelope with Juno, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and the Lunar Nodes peaks on 4/19 and continues thru 5/7. The Uranus-Neptune-Pluto Mini Grand Trine continues thru 9/6/2029. *************** Whatever your Sun Sign, my forecasts can help you make the best use of the current astrological energies. All dates and times are in the U.S. eastern time zone. Events are most powerful on the dates listed, but their influence will be active for at least a week before and after. Everyone is affected by these global transits. However, you'll be most powerfully impacted when moving planets activate sensitive points in your natal chart. Discover how these transits will personally affect you by booking a session with me. May the stars light your way, Benjamin

For the week of March 31 to April 6, 2025, on The Weekly Transit, Scott explores the theme of "Compassion, Courage, and Kindness" with eight transits highlighted by the Half Moon in Cancer. After last week's intensity with Neptune entering Aries and the New Moon Solar Eclipse, this week offers a chance to acclimate to these powerful energies.Scott discusses how planets in Pisces and Aries create a metaphorical "boiling" effect that brings fears to consciousness for healing. The alignment of Mars, Saturn, and Uranus at 24° gives an opportunity to examine past wounds and revolutionize self-worth. The episode's core message is that "courage stems from self-love," encouraging listeners to release control and recognize that everything happening is meant to occur. The week culminates with supportive aspects on Sunday, April 6th, creating a healing opportunity to connect with loved ones through compassion.(23:41) Venus Retrograde Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27° – March 27 – April 4 (Thursday – Friday) – Exact on Tuesday, April 1.February 1 – Venus Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 28°April 1 – Venus Retrograde Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27°April 24 – Venus Conjunct the North Node in Pisces 26°(34:34) Mercury Retrograde Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27° – March 29 – April 15 – Exact on Thursday, April 3 and Thursday, April 10.March 1 – Mercury Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27°April 3 – Mercury Retrograde Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 27°April 10 – Mercury Conjunct the North Node in Pisces 27°(42:41) The Sun in Aries Square the Moon in Cancer 15° – Friday, April 4 at 7:15 PM PDT(52:28) Mars in Cancer Trine Saturn in Pisces 24° – March 25 – April 8 (Tuesday – Tuesday) – Exact on Friday, April 4.Mars in Cancer Sextile Uranus in Taurus 24° – March 28 – April 8 (Friday – Tuesday) – Exact on Friday, April 4.Saturn in Pisces Sextile Uranus in Taurus 24° – March 10 – April 23 (Monday – Wednesday) – Exact on Friday, April 4.(1:06:12) The Sun in Aries Sextile Jupiter in Gemini 16° – April 3 – 8 (Thursday – Tuesday) – Exact on Sunday, April 6.(1:11:30) Venus Retrograde in Pisces Trine Mars in Cancer 25° – April 2 – 8 (Wednesday – Tuesday) – Exact on Sunday, April 6.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/

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Venus is now retrograde and embarks upon a highly personal 6-week journey of self-discovery, re-creation, reconnection, and renewal. She travels without aspects for 3 weeks in March, and then sextiles Pluto in Aquarius, which is supporting her transformation and self-empowerment. TheVenus Star Point conjunct the Sun on March 22 at 2 degrees begins a new 8-year cycle, focusing on new aspects of Self that are birthing now. Venus RX re-enters Pisces on March 27 and has her final conjunction in our lifetime with Neptunein Pisces at 29 degrees, followed by the North Node. Then in April, she connects with Mars in Cancer, Saturn in Pisces, and Uranus in Taurus before stationing direct at 24 deg 37 Pisces on April 12. Perhaps one of the biggest Venus retrograde journeys in decades as she will rebirth herself with thehigher goddess frequencies and become more of who she truly is in this lifetime. More to share in this podcast episode.Your Soul's Next Starting Point ~ Pisces and AriesTransits in 2025 to 2026A deep dive analysis of how the Pisces and Aries degreesin your chart will be experiencing fated endings, spiritual alignments, and powerful beginnings from 2025 to 2026. Includes 5 prerecorded videos with teachings, energy work and practices, and 2 replays. https://www.mollymccord.online/offers/P6hzffAy

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This week Mars ends its retrograde, and Venus begins one, creating big shifts. Jessica shares the Sabian symbol for the degree that Mars stations direct. By the 27th, there will be a New Moon in Pisces, but not before a challenging conjunction between Mercury and your old pal, Saturn, earlier in the week.

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In episode 477 Chris Brennan discusses a number of recent stories in the news and how they are repetitions of events that occurred during past Venus retrograde in Aries periods, demonstrating how the 8-year cycle of Venus can connect events from the past with the present. This is a followup to the Venus retrograde in Aries in history episode last month, where Nick Dagan Best and I went through and noted a bunch of important events that happened during past Venus retrograde in Aries periods. Ever since we recorded that episode on January 10 there started being all of these really striking headlines and news stories that were repetitions of events we had talked about from previous Venus retrogrades in that episode, so I decided to compile them all here in this episode. Part of the purpose is to document some of these incredible Venus retrograde repetitions while they are happening and fresh in people's minds, but also to show people the repetitions so that they know what to look out for as we get deeper into this Venus retrograde over the next few months, that way you all can help me identify other repetitions that emerge in the near future. Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction and premise (00:08:10) TikTok closure (00:12:52) New Nintendo unveiled (00:13:51) Oscars (00:19:40) Coke reformulated (00:21:27) Woman spacewalks (00:22:55) David Lynch (00:25:04) Beyonce album of year (00:27:15) Lady Gaga revival (00:33:15) Potomac plane crash (00:43:18) Tulsa massacre (00:45:39) Biden invokes Eisenhower (00:47:57) Trump inauguration indoors (00:48:40) President William McKinley (00:52:56) 16th Amendment (00:54:37) Trade disputes (00:55:29) 1929 deportations (00:57:04) Harris flight crew (00:57:57) Leonard Peltier freed (01:02:40) Ross Ulbricht freed (01:05:43) Ceasefire (01:06:36) Cecile Richards (01:08:18) Civil rights setbacks (01:10:23) Trans rights (01:18:57) Guantanamo Bay (01:22:30) Ingersoll Lockwood books (01:30:08) Miscellaneous stories (01:32:37) Joint Repetitions (01:38:45) Conclusions (01:45:25) Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rOzqbnz9BM – Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

In episode 475 astrologers Chris Brennan and Nick Dagan Best discuss what every Venus retrograde in Aries period has coincided with in history over the past century, identifying patterns of 8-year repetitions in the past that are tied in with the present and future. The premise of this episode is that we have a Venus retrograde in Aries and Pisces coming up over the next few months, and it seems to coincide with a really important part of the year in March and April where we are expecting some major world events, so I wanted to look back in history and see if I could get a better sense for what these particular retrogrades in Aries have coincided with in the past. What Nick and I did in this episode is we started in 2025 and talked a little bit about what is already known or is clearly developing about the current Venus retrograde, and then after that we jumped back 8 years to 2017, which is the last time Venus went retrograde in Aries, and talked about major events that happened in that period. Then we went back another 8 years to 2009, when Venus was again retrograde in Aries, and so on. During the course of the episode we made it all the way back to 1905, which was the first time that Venus retrograded Aries in this cycle. Here is the full list of Venus retrograde in Aries years over the past century: 1905, 1913, 1921, 1929, 1937, 1945, 1953, 1961, 1969, 1977, 1985, 1993, 2001, 2009, 2017, 2025. By moving backwards in time we went retrograde ourselves, and started with a period that is more familiar, but then kept showing how there are these weird 8 year repetitions that connect events and themes across these different time periods. We ended up finding a LOT of really interesting stuff, and some major correlations that will end up being very relevant for news stories today. I feel like this episode really helps to build on and expand the Venus retrograde research that we did in 2023, and to deepen our understanding of Venus retrogrades in general by really drilling more deeply into this particular series. More importantly, it also helps to shed light on and provide further contextualization of some of the events that will happen in March and April of 2025. Show Notes Our research notes for this episode are available through our page on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/astrologypodcast Nick's Website https://www.nickdaganbestastrologer.com Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:52 Venus retrograde this year 00:10:09 8 year repetitions 00:17:15 2025 Venus retrograde repetitions 00:47:48 2017 Venus retrograde 00:57:02 2009 00:57:02 2009 01:10:11 2001 01:21:08 1993 01:49:35 1985 02:15:09 1977 02:55:05 1969 03:50:09 1961 04:49:19 1953 05:24:35 1945 05:43:27 1937 06:05:04 1929 06:16:07 1921 06:28:48 1913 06:44:12 1905 07:02:29 Reflections & conclusions 07:29:36 Credits Watch the Video Version of This Episode Watch the video version of this episode on Venus retrograde in Aries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvqRaAdzxHQ – Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3: