Astrology of the Week Ahead with Chani Nicholas

This week, a dynamic Full Moon in Aries inspires bravery and directness, igniting action as it intensifies feelings. October 7th also sparks deep conversations, uncovering hidden truths amidst collective pain. Midweek, nurturing connections is highlighted by a harmonious Venus-Jupiter aspect, encouraging us to bridge relationships. As the weekend approaches, boundaries become crucial with Venus opposing Saturn, prompting clarity over socializing. Tune in for insights on interpreting unique planetary aspects and preparing for upcoming cosmic shifts!

Episode 250In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of September 29th, 2025, offers us a little bit of a break after the rocky road through eclipse season. Mercury and Jupiter join forces to encourage important, helpful, and motivating conversations. And Venus’ meet-up with the South Node in Virgo reminds us to let go of the need for perfectionism in our relationships. As we adjust to all that’s shifted this month, it’s important to reflect on how lucky we are to be in all of this together.This episode covers:The lunar eclipse in Pisces on Sunday, September 7thThe solar eclipse in Virgo on Sunday, September 21stMercury’s square with Jupiter on Wednesday, October 1stVenus’ conjunction with the South Node in Virgo on Saturday, October 4thThis episode was recorded on 7/21/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. It’s filled with 300 pages of rituals, reflections, exercises, astro cheat sheets, planetary movements, and daily and monthly calendars that will help you plan your year, track your intentions, and make the most of 2026’s astrology as it unfolds. You can order yours at chani.com. But don’t procrastinate — it sells out every year.

Episode 249In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of September 22nd, 2025, is laser-focused on liberation. Libra season begins, spotlighting injustice and inequality, and the Sun faces off with dreamy Neptune, calling us to envision a better world. But with Mars (the warrior planet) in the mix with Pluto (the planet of transformation), there’s no settling for fantasy. Now is the time to remember our power — and the power of plotting our strategy.This episode covers:The solar eclipse in Virgo on Sunday, September 21stMars’ entrance into Scorpio on Monday, September 22ndThe Sun’s entrance into Libra on Monday, September 22ndThe Sun’s opposition with Neptune on Tuesday, September 22ndThe Sun’s trine with Uranus on Tuesday, September 23rdThe Sun’s trine with Pluto on Tuesday, September 23rdMars’ square with Pluto on Wednesday, September 24thThis episode was recorded on 7/21/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. It’s filled with 300 pages of rituals, reflections, exercises, astro cheat sheets, planetary movements, and daily and monthly calendars that will help you plan your year, track your intentions, and make the most of 2026’s astrology as it unfolds. You can order yours at chani.com. But don’t procrastinate — it sells out every year.

Episode 248In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of September 15th, 2025, wants us to get organized. Mercury (the planet of communication) moves into Libra (the sign of justice) and brings a flurry of information with it, thanks to the influence of three other planets. But the solar eclipse in Virgo asks us to figure out what we can clarify or cut out of our lives. Because the eclipse opposes Saturn (the planet of structure), we’re also called to sharpen our focus and get choosy about where we spend our energy. Let’s sort this sh*t out.This episode covers:Venus’ sextile with Mars on Monday, September 15thMercury’s opposition with Saturn on Wednesday, September 17thMercury’s entrance into Libra on Thursday, September 18thMercury’s opposition with Neptune on Thursday, September 18thMercury’s trine with Uranus on Thursday, September 18thMercury’s trine with Pluto on Thursday, September 18thVenus’ entrance into Virgo on Friday, September 19thVenus’ square with Uranus on Saturday, September 20thThe Sun’s opposition with Saturn on Saturday, September 20thThe solar eclipse in Virgo on Sunday, September 21stThis episode was recorded on 7/17/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.P.S. If you’re looking for an astrological map, compass, and collaborator for the coming year, check out our 2026 Astro Planner. It’s filled with 300 pages of rituals, reflections, exercises, astro cheat sheets, planetary movements, and daily and monthly calendars that will help you plan your year, track your intentions, and make the most of 2026’s astrology as it unfolds. You can order yours at chani.com. But don’t snooze — it sells out every year.

Episode 247In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of September 8th, 2025, brings some much-needed clarity. The Sun and Mercury join forces with the South Node, which means we can expect a rush of energy, information, and clear communication. With Jupiter (the planet of expansion) also in the mix, get ready to share your boldest ideas. Things are about to change for the better. We just have to figure out the details.This episode covers:The Sun’s conjunction with the South Node on Wednesday, September 10thMercury’s conjunction with the South Node on Thursday, September 11thThe Sun’s sextile with Jupiter on Friday, September 13thMercury’s sextile with Jupiter on Friday, September 13thThe Mercury cazimi on Saturday, September 12thThis episode was recorded on 07/17/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 246In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of September 1st, 2025, wants us to wrap things up. Saturn (the planet of discipline) moves back into Pisces, pushing us to sort out our unfinished business. Plus, the Pisces lunar eclipse is here to help us work through the unconscious patterns that are keeping us stuck. You’re ready to name what’s been hanging over your head — and put it to bed.Let’s get into it.This episode covers:Saturn’s re-entrance into Pisces on Monday, September 1stMercury’s square with Uranus on Wednesday, September 3rdMars’ square with Jupiter on Thursday, September 4thThe start of Uranus’ retrograde on Friday, September 5thThe lunar eclipse in Pisces on Sunday, September 7thThis episode was recorded on 07/17/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 245In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of August 25th, 2025, centers love, beauty, and relationships. Venus (the planet of art and desire) moves into Leo, inspiring bold self-expression. With Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune also in the mix, our connections and creative projects get a boost. But as the planet of love faces off with power-driven Pluto, we’re asked to face our fears of rejection and intimacy. It’s time to dig deep, get vulnerable, and put in the work. Once we do that, there will be plenty of time to play.Let’s dive in.This episode covers:Venus’ entrance into Leo on Monday, August 25thVenus’ trine with Saturn on Monday, August 25thVenus’ sextile with Uranus on Tuesday, August 26thVenus’ trine with Neptune on Tuesday, August 26thVenus’ opposition with Pluto on Tuesday, August 26thUranus’ sextile with Neptune on Thursday, August 28thThis episode was recorded on 07/09/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

Episode 244In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all.The astrology of the week of August 18th, 2025, gives us a double dose of organization. Virgo season kicks off, urging us to plan ahead and triple-check the details. And the New Moon in Virgo helps us make our work, health habits, or schedules more efficient. But as the Moon squares off with the planet of disruption, know that you can’t plan for everything. Try to stay flexible and see what you can learn from the surprises.Ready to dive in?This episode covers:The Sun’s entrance into Virgo on Friday, August 22ndThe New Moon in Virgo on Friday, August 22ndThe New Moon’s whole-sign sextile to Jupiter on Friday, August 22ndThe Sun’s square to Uranus on Saturday, August 23rdThe Moon’s square to Uranus on Saturday, August 23rdThis episode was recorded on 07/09/2025.For more, check out your free daily horoscope on the homepage of the CHANI app — now on iOS and Android.The music featured in the podcast was created by Latashá.

This week unveils a rare astrological opportunity for love and luck, with Mercury retrograde finally ending. For the first time since 2013, Venus aligns with Jupiter, heralding fresh starts and the potential for abundance. Listeners are encouraged to appreciate the beauty around them and set intentions for their dreams. The podcast also discusses essential shifts in communication thanks to Mercury's direct motion, as well as the transformative dance between tradition and innovation suggested by Saturn and Uranus.

This week, the stars are aligning for some serious introspection. A tug-of-war between Mars and powerful planets brings friction around our boundaries. The Full Moon in Aquarius shines a light on our collective strength, urging us to embrace our outsider status. It's a time for strategic problem-solving and focusing on priorities, even if things feel murky. Prepare to find wisdom in solitude as you navigate challenges and harness the power of community.